plumnovel Chapter 402 Li Yuanji, who wanted to take advantage of the situation to launch a sneak attack on Yan
Chapter 402 Li Yuanji, who wanted to take advantage of the situation to launch a sneak attack on Yan
"By the way, Shimin," Li Jiancheng put down his teacup, his expression turning serious, "you personally go to Zhuojun, and don't let Li Yuanji cause trouble!"
He suddenly realized that there was another troublemaker in their family.
These days, the two brothers have been training their troops in Mayi, and have completely forgotten about their ancestor in Zhuojun.
Li Yuanji acts without thinking, relying entirely on momentary impulses. He usually thinks about rebelling against the Sui Dynasty and establishing himself as king.
Now that Yang Lin has come to Hebei, how can he sit still?
In case he suddenly decides to lead his troops there under the guise of helping in the battle, and launches an attack upon seeing Yang Lin.
Even if the Li family doesn't want to rebel, they will have no choice but to rebel at that time.
"Okay, I'll head there immediately."
Upon hearing this, Li Shimin's expression immediately turned serious, and he stood up and walked out.
As Li Jiancheng had predicted, Li Yuanji had also heard the news that Yang Linbing had marched out of Dengzhou.
"Hahaha, the time has come for the Li family to rise!"
Li Yuanji burst into loud laughter in the main tent, his laughter both loud and clear.
He was incredibly excited, his clenched fists bulging with veins, his eyes filled with barely suppressed killing intent and excitement.
At least on the surface, the Li family still belonged to the Sui Dynasty and was appointed by the court as the Duke of Tang, stationed in Taiyuan.
If he were to outwardly lead troops to assist in the battle, under the guise of aiding the Prince of Kao Shan in suppressing the bandits...
When they reached Yang Lin, they turned against him. With the death of the Prince of Taishan of the Sui Dynasty, wouldn't their opportunity come?
"Summon the generals for a meeting."
"No sooner said than done," Li Yuanji instructed the guards outside the tent, his tone filled with impatience.
"Third Young Master, going hunting again?"
Cheng Yaojin suddenly appeared out of nowhere, smiling broadly as he approached, his chubby face full of obsequiousness.
Having spent time with Li Yuanji these past few days, he has gradually adapted to his role.
Although Li Yuanji had a lot of flaws, being tyrannical, indiscriminately killing, gloomy, and unpredictable, he was completely inhuman.
There is one advantage.
This man is truly good to his trusted generals.
He was never stingy with rewards, readily giving away troops and horses, and rarely investigated mistakes, turning a blind eye to them.
"Hunting?" Li Yuanji smiled, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly. "You could say that."
Hunting Yang Lin is no different from hunting.
It's just that the prey was a bit bigger and tougher.
"Hunting, then let's hunt!"
Cheng Yaojin didn't ask any questions, and with a smile, he called his men to prepare, still in his usual carefree and pleasure-seeking manner.
To ensure that he could strike successfully and escape unscathed, Li Yuanji not only gathered all the elite troops of Zhuojun.
He also dispatched men on horseback to the garrisons in the east and north to summon back the scattered troops.
This round trip took a lot of time, but Li Yuanji felt it was worth it.
When the last army arrived in Zhuojun, Li Yuanji felt an unprecedented surge of pride.
When Cheng Yaojin learned that the assembled force numbered ten thousand, and that they were all carefully selected elite soldiers, he suddenly felt that something was amiss.
If it's a hunting trip, why bring so many soldiers?
Look at this number, he'd believe it if they said they were going to attack Qin Qiong.
"Set off!"
Li Yuanji stood up from inside the tent and said excitedly.
His voice trembled slightly, whether from excitement or nervousness, it was hard to tell.
This time, he's going to accomplish something truly earth-shattering.
Let my elder brothers, my second elder brother, and everyone in the Li family see what Li Yuanji is capable of.
He also wanted the world to know that the Li family had more than just Li Jiancheng and Li Shimin; there was also a Li Yuanji.
However, before he could even step out of the tent, the curtain was suddenly ripped open from the outside.
"Li Yuanji!"
Li Shimin, holding a riding whip, strode into the tent.
His robes were covered in dust, and beads of sweat clung to his forehead, clearly indicating that he had been traveling non-stop for days.
Those eyes were filled with anger, like two burning flames.
"Li, Second Brother..."
Upon seeing the person who arrived, Li Yuanji was somewhat surprised, paused in his steps, and froze on the excitement on his face.
Aren't my eldest and second eldest brothers stationed in Mayi?
Why did you suddenly come to Zhuojun?
"What are you trying to do?"
Li Shimin raised his head, his gaze sharp as a knife, staring directly at Li Yuanji.
Although he already had a guess in his mind, he still wanted to ask it himself.
"King Kao Shan is attacking the traitor Qin Qiong, and I... I'm going to help him in the battle."
Li Yuanji looked around and saw that the generals in the tent were all looking at him, so he quickly made up an excuse.
He couldn't very well say to Li Shimin, "I'm going to launch a surprise attack on Yang Lin, and I'm going to expand the territory of the Li family."
If he said that out loud, Li Shimin would have killed him on the spot.
Upon learning of Li Yuanji's intentions, Li Shimin knew that his trip had not been in vain.
To assist in the battle?
How could this guy possibly help the Sui Dynasty?
It's likely that once they get close to Yang Lin, they'll start fighting without even saying a word.
When the imperial court investigates, the Li family will be unable to defend themselves.
"Disband all generals and send them back to their respective units. Anyone who disobeys will be executed!"
Li Shimin ignored Li Yuanji, turned around, and glanced at the generals in the tent who were waiting to set off.
"this……"
Li Yuanji's trusted generals looked at each other, none of them daring to take the lead and utter a word.
They obeyed Li Yuanji, but Li Shimin was also a member of the Li family, the second son, and one of the most influential people in the Li family.
One side wants to send troops, the other wants to disband; they're caught in the middle, unable to listen or not.
"What, my words have no effect?"
Li Shimin tightened his grip on the riding whip, and placed his other hand on the hilt of the sword at his waist.
"Yes, Your subordinate obeys."
Faced with Li Shimin's tough stance, no one dared to disobey.
They were generals of the Li family, ate the Li family's grain, and flew the Li family's flag.
The two young masters had differing opinions, so they naturally listened to the one who was more difficult to deal with.
Besides, they all share the surname Li; they are all outsiders.
If they stand up for Li Yuanji now, and the brothers reconcile in a few days, wouldn't they be caught in the middle?
The generals bowed and took their leave, and the number of people in the tent dwindled, their footsteps fading into the distance.
"Li Shimin!"
Seeing that the trusted generals he had painstakingly gathered were dismissed by Li Shimin with just a few words, a feeling of betrayal arose spontaneously.
Li Yuanji's face turned bright red, and his chest heaved violently.
His hand reached for the sword at his waist, his eyes filled with undisguised killing intent.
That murderous intent wasn't just for show; he genuinely intended to kill.
Today, Li Yuanji will show Li Shimin that he is not someone to be trifled with.
"Third Young Master, this humble general will only obey your orders."
Just as tensions were about to rise, Cheng Yaojin calmly spoke up.
He was a shrewd person, and his greatest skill was judging the situation.
Seeing that the two brothers were about to clash, he stepped forward and firmly tied himself to Li Yuanji's side.
If he were to support Li Yuanji today, he would not only be Li Yuanji's confidant, but also Li Yuanji's father.
In the future, when he offered advice and strategies, how could Li Yuanji not listen?
Even if they fanned the flames and lit ghost fires, it wouldn't be impossible for Li Yuanji to kill Li Shimin!