Chapter Six, chop off this hand.

Li Ke suddenly understood, he really understood.

Minister Cen said, "Your Highness can do something meaningful for the Tang Dynasty, on the condition that even if it fails, it will have minimal impact on yourself. Moreover, this matter will not cause fundamental loss to the Tang Dynasty. I believe the other party will not ignore it at this time and will definitely take action later. Only when he dares to make a move, it will not be too late for us to make detailed arrangements."

Hehe, it's nothing, nothing at all. As long as one is born in a royal family, whether it's father and son or brothers, that kind of affection no longer exists. All that remains is deceit and conspiracy.

Cen Wenten looked at Li Ke with expressions of pain, frustration, and anger, shaking his head in silence. This is what one must face when born into a royal family. If one cannot even withstand such blows, then why bother discussing the even more complex struggles that lie ahead?

After a while, Li Ke seemed to have made a decision and said, "Then let's do it as you wish, sir."

The Emperor said that he has already ordered a thorough investigation into this matter.

No wonder Li Shimin said so. No wonder Li Shimin said to him, "Remember my words, you are the prince of the Tang Dynasty, my son. Whatever you do, you must live up to the Tang Dynasty and not disappoint me."

Upon seeing Cen Wen's book, Li Ke quickly asked Cen Wen for advice, saying, "Sir, I am not very familiar with the political situation in Chang'an. I hope you can give me some guidance so that I can avoid trouble and take the right path."

Mr. Cen pondered for a moment and said, "Your Highness needs to do something significant, but the success or failure of the matter has little impact on the palace and the library. Only in this way can the risk be minimized."

Li Ke's tone is firm and domineering.

Li Ke was puzzled and asked, "Father Emperor said that it was a retaliatory action against the remnants of the Jiancheng faction. Could it be that you have a different opinion, sir?"

Have Your Highness thought of any solutions?

Li Ke suddenly laughed, a helpless laugh. "Sir, is this what you mean?"

The problem lies here.

After a pause, Cen Wen said, "As for what His Highness wants to do, would Your Highness like to decide for yourself, or may I offer some advice?"

Cen Wentian casually said, "The emperor ascended the throne, and the position of the Crown Prince is now vacant. Many people are eyeing that position. However, how many people can truly reside in the Eastern Palace? According to my knowledge, many ministers in the court strongly support His Highness. However, what I am also puzzled about is that the person who planned for the future monarch started laying the groundwork for the position of the Crown Prince as soon as the emperor ascended the throne and His Highness returned to the capital. It can be seen that this person is exceptionally talented, and their strategizing is rare in the world. Therefore, in the future, His Highness needs to be cautious and not be careless." However, what I am also puzzled about is that the person who planned for the future monarch started laying the groundwork for the position of the Crown Prince as soon as the emperor ascended the throne and His Highness returned to the capital. It can be seen that this person is exceptionally talented, and their strategizing is rare in the world. Therefore, in the future, His Highness needs to be cautious and not be careless.

Li Ke was greatly shocked. According to his understanding, not only was he assassinated on his way back to the capital, but Li Chengqian was also assassinated. However, the results of the assassination were completely different for Li Chengqian and himself. The killer seemed to have put Li Ke in a desperate situation. The fifteen carefully selected strong men around him all died in the line of duty and couldn't stop the assassin. He himself was able to escape with the help of Yang En. If Yang En had arrived late, he would have lost his life. However, the results of the assassination were completely different for Li Chengqian and himself. The killer seemed to have put Li Ke in a desperate situation. The fifteen carefully selected strong men around him all died in the line of duty and couldn't stop the assassin. He himself was able to escape with the help of Yang En. If Yang En had arrived late, he would have lost his life.

Minister first asks Your Highness a question. If Your Highness and the Prince of Zhongshan both return to the capital and are both assassinated at the same time, as the culprit, which one should I choose as the primary target for assassination?

This matter can be big or small.

Li Ke began to feel scared, unable to imagine the consequences of this matter. His face was changing constantly, "What is their purpose for doing this?"

Cen Wentext saw Li Ke suddenly matured, feeling happy in his heart, adjusted his emotions and said calmly, "It is obvious that the other party wants to put His Highness in a desperate situation. Even if they fail this time, there may be a next time. If His Highness does not resolve it in time, he will always be in a passive position."

It seems that I have been thinking too simply and naively. Haha, I am still too naive. Well, since God has allowed me to be born into such an imperial family, let Li Ke start over!

Cen Wenben sighed, "One cannot catch a tiger cub without entering the tiger's den"

Li Ke deeply agreed with Cen Wenben's words and said, "I would appreciate it if you could teach me, sir"

Li Ke appeared dejected. Is this the Heavenly Khan Li Shimin? Is this the father he has known since coming into this world?

It depends on whether this prince can rise up from the blows he has received. Cen Wenben thought, "If he can regain his former resilience from these setbacks, and find the calm he needs, then what would be wrong with dedicating my talents to him for the rest of my life?"

"Your Highness," Cen Wenben spoke earnestly, "The Emperor's superficial investigation is merely to stabilize people's hearts and maintain order. Consider this: he has just ascended the throne, and two of his own princes have been assassinated, with the ultimate goal being to enter the Eastern Palace. What do you think he will do? Once the issue of the heir is involved, matters become quite complicated. The Tang Dynasty has just experienced upheaval and is now facing invasions from the Turks; what is needed is a stable environment. If he mishandles the situation, even a slight misstep could bring disaster to the Tang Dynasty. Therefore, the Emperor must exercise caution. He can only present a facade for the world to see."

Thus, after conversing for half a day, Li Ke noticed that the sun was already high in the sky and decided to take his leave, while Cen Wenben did not attempt to keep him.

What does Mr. Ke think should be done now

Li Ke inquired

Li Ke immediately became interested and approached Cen Wenben, saying, "I have not paid attention to this, please enlighten me, sir"

Then I shall await Your Highness's notification

Cen Wenwen saw that Li Ke had made up his mind and inappropriately asked a question

Does the gentleman think that the Emperor is aware?

In my humble opinion, this matter has been meticulously planned

Cen Wenben calmly stated, "Your Highness, it would be wise to venture out of the palace less in the future, to guard against unforeseen circumstances"

Li Ke looked towards Cen Wenben and said, "What insights do you have, sir?"

Li Ke has liberated himself from suffering; he finally understands Li Shimin's intentions and has come to recognize the environment he is in. Suddenly, he has a different understanding of this dynasty. He has finally grasped his own purpose, which is to achieve victory, regardless of the means employed.

Li Ke was deep in thought; he needed to carefully consider whether it was worth it for him to do so

Cen Wenben is correct; Li Ke and the library have also considered this point. His goal is the throne, and he does not want his own affairs to be undermined by such an invisible hand at this critical moment of vying for the crown prince position

Li Ke inquired, "Such an obvious scheme, Father Emperor cannot possibly be unaware of it"

Li Ke rebutted.

Is someone secretly plotting to use others to do their dirty work

Alright, as per your wishes, sir

Cen Wenwen, seeing the sincerity in Li Ke's inquiry, pondered for a moment before softly saying, "Your Highness, do you not find this assassination incident to be fraught with doubts?"

Details

The Emperor is deeply strategic; how could such schemes possibly escape his keen insight

Use oneself as bait to lure the snake out of its hole, striking with certainty!

Li Ke, full of vigor, said, "Sir, please rest assured, I will immediately plan for this matter."

Does the gentleman mean to cut off this hand

Upon hearing Cen Wenben's words, Li Ke's expression became agitated as he asked, "Has the gentleman already devised a strategy?"

Cen Wenben also understood that this was a risky move. Therefore, he did not disturb Li Ke

Cen Wenben glanced around the living room and said with careful consideration, "The Emperor is not wrong; on the surface, this assassination indeed appears to be the work of the remnants of Jiancheng. However, Your Highness, could you pay attention to a detail?"

However, Li Chengqian was different; only four or five of his guards were killed, and he himself merely experienced some fright, without suffering significant harm. This indicates that the assassins had no intention of killing him at all

Doubt?

Apart from this, Your Highness, are there any other methods available?

Li Ke understood Cen Wenben's meaning and expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you, sir, I will remember it."

It is merely the Eastern Palace

Li Ke said, "Prince of Zhongshan, Li Chengqian, is the legitimate eldest son of the Emperor and also my elder brother. If the remaining supporters of Jiancheng seek to take revenge, they should choose him as their primary target"

Transform passivity into initiative. After this scheme has failed, unless absolutely necessary and without complete assurance of placing His Highness in a fatal situation, the opponent will not act lightly. If His Highness wishes to uncover the mastermind behind the scenes, it is likely that a significant investment will be required

He knew all along, he knew everything. He wanted to remind himself that this time he had been assassinated, but he would not pursue it too deeply. What he needed to tell himself was that he was his son, and that such a sacrifice could be made for the sake of the Tang Dynasty

Cen Wenben analyzed the text

Cen Wenben straightforwardly stated, "It is precisely because this plan has many doubts that I wish to achieve two goals with one action. Therefore, even if the Emperor thinks of the true purpose of this matter, he does not want to make it too obvious. In my opinion, he may secretly send someone to investigate."

Upon seeing Li Ke awaken from his contemplation, he asked him a question. From Li Ke's eyes, Cen Wenben perceived a certain resoluteness. He then decisively stated, "Now that we have discovered this in a timely manner, it must be eradicated. This is a pair of hands that can bring a person to their demise. If Your Highness does not thoroughly investigate this matter and eliminate the mastermind behind it, then in all future endeavors, one must remain constantly vigilant and tread carefully. Should these hands find an opportunity, they could deliver a fatal blow to Your Highness. Thus, in all future endeavors, one must remain constantly vigilant and tread carefully. Should these hands find an opportunity, they could deliver a fatal blow to Your Highness. In this way, Your Highness will never have a chance to turn the tide."

Cen Wenben stared at Li Ke and said, "Your Highness, have you noticed that the focus of this assassination attempt is not on the Prince of Zhongshan, but rather on you?"