Chapter 461 Xiao Wei is no longer offering advice?
The two sides were once deadlocked!
Without Fang Xuanling, that good-natured man, to mediate, things would have been different.
Old Wei and Young Wei's words were exceptionally sharp, putting Li Shimin in a difficult position.
"His Majesty!"
Wei Zheng stepped forward and bowed, saying...
"Smallpox was rampant, and the people were in a state of panic."
"The enemy is attacking on the border, and the soldiers are fighting a bloody battle."
"The frost disaster has just passed, and everything is in a state of disrepair and needs to be rebuilt!"
"Your Majesty, as the ruler of a nation, is indulging in pleasure in the Taiji Palace..."
"How will the world view you for doing this?"
You son of a bitch.
So you two, father and son, are taking turns, right?
Are you trying to bully me because I'm all alone?
I refuse to accept this today!
"Shut up!"
Li Shimin suddenly shouted: "Has the Emperor not been handling state affairs?"
"Is it not allowed for me to take a break amidst my busy schedule?"
Wang De shrank into a corner.
He has become completely invisible.
When the Wei family started their attack...
Not talking back or arguing is the wisest decision.
"Your Majesty is mistaken!"
Wei Zheng retorted, "Your Majesty is the ruler of a country, and the burden on your shoulders is heavier than that of others!"
As the saying goes, once there is one, there will be two.
"One instance of negligence can lead to repeated negligence."
"If this continues..."
"One day he will become a foolish ruler who neglects state affairs and only knows how to enjoy himself."
Li Shimin's expression grew increasingly grim.
"Stop talking nonsense!" Li Shimin shouted sternly.
"Aren't these kinds of things common enough?"
Wei Zheng refused to back down: "Leaving aside other things, let's just talk about the previous dynasties."
"Gao Yang, the founding emperor of the Northern Qi Dynasty."
"He was incredibly wise in the early part of his reign, especially in the early years..."
"Wen, he worked diligently to govern the country, vigorously implemented reforms, encouraged agriculture and education, compiled laws and regulations, reduced redundant officials, strictly prohibited corruption, and paid attention to cleaning up officialdom; he also built the Great Wall of Northern Qi for four thousand li and set up twenty-five border towns."
"Wu repeatedly defeated the Rouran, Turks, and Khitans, attacked the Southern Liang, and expanded his territory in Huainan. His four conquests were victorious, his power resounding throughout the land and the Central Plains. Even a casual sip of his cup could terrify the western peoples, and his armor would send shivers down the spines of the northern barbarians. He was hailed as a 'Heroic Emperor' by the Turkic Khan!"
"Such a person, in the end, became arrogant about his achievements, indulged in debauchery and alcoholism, was brutal and indiscriminate in killing, engaged in large-scale construction projects, and had no limits on rewards and punishments!"
Li Shimin was stunned.
Gao Yang died from excessive drinking and indulgence at the age of 34.
If he had been wise in his later years, his lifespan would have been much longer.
"Let's talk about Xiao Yan, the founding emperor of the Southern Liang Dynasty."
"In his early years, he was also diligent in government affairs, correcting malpractices and maintaining the order of the Northern and Southern Dynasties!"
"But in his later years, he became so engrossed in Buddhism that he couldn't stop."
As Wei Zheng continued his explanation, Li Shimin's expression grew increasingly grim.
"They are them, and I am I!"
Li Shimin said domineeringly, "Don't compare me to a bunch of incompetent rulers!"
Wei Zheng pondered.
He knew that Li Shimin's heart was beginning to waver.
He then continued speaking...
"Very well, then let me put it another way."
"Even if His Majesty can uphold his original aspirations and remain wise and powerful!"
"And what about the later emperors of the Tang Dynasty?"
"Will they be like His Majesty?"
"They'll think..."
"Even His Majesty is extravagant and dissolute, so why can't they be?"
"Can Your Majesty guarantee that they will stay true to their original aspirations?"
Go to hell.
Li Shimin gritted his teeth.
You can't win an argument with them.
"Then what do you want?"
Li Shimin flicked his sleeve: "Do you expect me to bow down and apologize to you?"
"Your Majesty, I only hope that you will recognize your mistake and never repeat it!" Wei Zheng bowed again.
"I refuse to acknowledge it, what are you going to do about it?"
Li Shimin still refused to back down.
Since no one is here today, I'm going to defy the heavens!
They rebelled.
I still have a chance.
Do not resist.
I can only be criticized by you!
"If Your Majesty does not realize your mistake and insists on doing so..."
"Your subject, Wei Zheng, will die for this cause!"
Wei Zheng bowed respectfully...
A resolute glint flashed in his eyes once more.
"You want to die for your cause, is that it?"
Li Shimin stood before the desk and shouted, "Guards!"
"Tie up Wei Zheng and Wei Shuyu!"
Splash!
A large group of guards poured in.
They quickly brought Wei Zheng and Wei Shuyu under control.
"Wei Zheng!"
Seeing that Wei Zheng was under control, Li Shimin's confidence soared: "I'm telling you, from now on, mind your own business..."
"Your Wei family has made great contributions to the Tang Dynasty."
"I remember it all."
"But if you continue to dwell on trivial matters..."
"Don't blame me for being ruthless!"
Li Shimin was exceptionally domineering.
The historian is not here today, so I'm going to stand up for myself.
Let the Wei family see that I am not someone you can manipulate at will!
"Does Your Majesty consider this a trivial matter?"
Wei Zheng's eyes narrowed, and he became unusually serious...
"Then I will also tell Your Majesty!"
"Even if you cut out my tongue and chop off my limbs..."
"As long as I have a breath left, I will continue to fulfill my duty as a subject and awaken Your Majesty!"
You damn bastard!
Li Shimin was so angry that he trembled all over.
He stepped forward and grabbed Wei Zheng by the collar.
He lifted it up: "Can't you just turn a blind eye?"
Wei Zheng kicked his legs.
Well……
I can't match Li Shimin's strength, so forget it.
"Your Majesty, I am a court attendant, appointed by imperial decree!"
"His Majesty refused to listen to advice, and from then on, the court was filled with flattery and slander."
"If Your Majesty does not heed advice, the people will have an even greater chance of suffering!"
Wei Zheng launched into a rapid-fire monologue.
Spit sprayed onto Li Shimin's face like a waterfall...
"You bastard."
Li Shimin left Wei Zheng behind and wiped the drool off his face.
Wei Zheng lost his footing and was about to fall.
Wei Shuyu's body jolted, shaking off the soldiers who were controlling him...
Then he swiftly stepped forward and helped Wei Zheng up...
"His Majesty!"
Wei Shuyu shouted at Li Shimin.
"What? You want to say a few words too?"
Li Shimin looked down at Wei Shuyu and said, "I'm telling you..."
"You have been stripped of your position as a junior physician."
"If you dare to utter another word, I will punish you for the grave crime of disrespect!"
Li Shimin was not afraid of Wei.
Wei Zheng's advice was his duty.
If you, Wei, criticize yourself, I will drag you out and give you a beating!
"No!"
Wei Shuyu shook his head.
"So you're going to die trying to remonstrate?" Li Shimin asked with a look of disdain.
"No……"
Um?
Could it be that Xiao Wei has abandoned darkness and embraced light?
"Your Majesty is willing to degenerate."
"I cannot stop it, nor can I stop it."
"Your Majesty is going to destroy your own empire."
"Your Majesty, I can only offer a few perfunctory words of advice!"
"Since we cannot persuade His Majesty..."
"Then I will say no more!"
This maneuver actually confused Li Shimin.
If the Wei family doesn't remonstrate to the death, then is it still the Wei family?
Unconsciously, Li Shimin cast a glance at Wei Zheng.
Your parenting skills aren't that great either.
"but……"
Wei Shuyu straightened up: "The Great Tang Dynasty is not just me."
"Even if I don't speak, there will be millions of people who will speak up for me!"
As he spoke, Wei Shuyu walked to the entrance of the main hall and bowed towards the distance...
"Heaven has eyes; we beseech Your Majesty to be awakened!"
Li Shimin became increasingly confused as he looked at it.
What's going on?
Do you really expect heaven to send down divine punishment?
*Smack*
Just then, a muffled sound came from outside the hall.
*Smack*
Soon another sound came.
Snap snap snap snap...
The rhythmic slapping sounds grew closer.
Immediately afterwards...
A figure dressed in a black dragon robe appeared at the entrance of the main hall.
Li Yuan held a golden rattan cane, pointing it directly at Li Shimin...
"You beast, I've heard you only know how to eat, drink, and be merry, neglecting all state affairs?"
"Today, I, the Emperor..."
"On behalf of all the people, we will teach you a lesson, you worthless beast who doesn't take the country's fate seriously!"
Holy crap!
Is this the heaven that Xiao Wei was talking about?
You bastard.
The Wei family refused to remonstrate and turned to my father instead!
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