Li Zhi, don't be a coward

Chapter 219

When Li Qinzai was in Baekje, he actually got along well with Liu Rengui.

When he made the three-eyed blunderbuss, he could clearly see the excitement in Liu Rengui's eyes, as well as his respect for the great talents of the Tang Dynasty.

We talked for a long time as an elder, and also said that the grievances of the older generation do not involve the younger generation.

Unexpectedly, as soon as Li Qinzai returned to Chang'an, Liu Rengui, who was far away in Baekje to wipe out the remnants, followed him.

Isn't it good for you to command the war quietly?

After contacting Liu Ingui in Baekje Kingdom, Li Qinzai probably understood Liu Ingui's character.

Liu Rengui had no other purpose in impeaching him, it was purely for the sake of justice, in the eyes of others, he really could not be mixed with sand, as long as he violated the law and discipline, he could impeach him, no matter who you were.

Back then, Li Ji was prominent enough. When he went to Goguryeo, he only acquiesced to the soldiers to plunder and slaughter the city. When he returned to Chang'an, he was joined by Liu Rengui for a whole month, which made Li Ji want to die.

Unexpectedly, many years later, Liu Rengui joined Li Qinzai again, and the three generations of the Li family never let him go.

Li Qinzai didn't care. He talked with Li Zhi after returning to Chang'an. He already knew Li Zhi's bottom line. Anyway, no matter how he was punished, at least Li Zhi would not kill him.

I am very fortunate to have the merit of destroying the country. If that battle is defeated, Li Qinzai's head on his neck will not be very stable.

Chang'an's court memorials were sparse like rain, but Li Qinzai of Ganjingzhuang remained unmoved.

As long as you can't die, it's not a big deal.

After washing away the smell of gunpowder, the days suddenly calmed down.

Li Qinzai resumed his usual lazy pace of life, he only got up early in the morning, and wandered around with nothing to do after eating.

The harvest in the field of Ganjingzhuang is a little bit hanging this year, and it is already the summer solstice. Many fields in the village have not been sown, and they are left barren, and the growth of the planted wheat is a bit weak.

Li Qinzai was a little worried. He asked the old farmers in the village and found out that this year was indeed suspended.

At the beginning of the first year, veterans were temporarily recruited into the army, and many young and strong laborers in Zhuangzi rushed to the Baekje battlefield. The war delayed the spring sowing, resulting in many people having no labor available and no time for spring sowing.

Second, since the beginning of spring this year, there has been no rain, and there has been a severe drought in Guanzhong. The water used to irrigate the fields is all picked up by the farmers. There is a lack of water in the fields, and the crops naturally grow poorly.

Although it's not the autumn harvest season, some people in Zhuangzi have foreseen this year's harvest, and they all have sad faces.

Li Qinzai immediately wrote a letter to Li Ji in Chang'an, detailing the situation in Zhuangzi this year, and made the decision to reduce or exempt rent and taxes this year. After telling the farmers about this decision, the farmers in Zhuangzi were slightly relieved.

Paying attention to this matter, Li Qinzai inquired about the situation of Zhuangzi near Weinan County.

The result was just as he had imagined, and the harvests of the Zhuangzi this year were not optimistic.

But what is surprising is that, whether or not a tacit agreement has been reached, all Zhuangzi, big or small, have announced their decision to reduce or exempt rent and taxes this year.

Landlords and peasants get along with the two different classes, there are no such sharp conflicts, and there is no such antagonism that you would rather die than die.

The mortal enmity in the legend, in the Longshuo period of the Tang Dynasty, their relationship with each other was as harmonious as their own relatives.When encountering difficulties, everyone compromised, took the initiative to share benefits, and helped each other to overcome the difficulties.

Li Qinzai smiled happily.

This is the reason why he likes this era. It is full of fireworks and human touch, and there is a natural kindness everywhere, and there is no hypocrisy in giving and receiving favors.

Today, he can already understand why so many veterans who have been disarmed and returned to the fields will take the initiative to stand up and fight for the country when they hear that the imperial court has called them up.

Because such a country and land are worth their lives.

At noon, Li Qinzai sat lazily in the yard after eating and drinking, staring at Qiao'er and squatting.

Standing behind Li Qinzai, Cui Jie saw Qiao'er sweating profusely, she was very distressed, but she didn't dare to interfere, she hesitated to speak several times.

Qiao'er maintained the posture of squatting, and her little mouth was so wronged that it shrunk into a crescent moon.

"Father, why did you ask me to do this all of a sudden? I'm so tired." Qiao'er said unhappily.

Li Qinzai lazily said: "Squat down honestly, and you won't get up until after a stick of incense."

Qiao'er said again: "The sage said, 'If you don't teach, you will be punished'. Dad must tell Qiao'er what I did wrong?"

Li Qinzai snorted, and said, "It's amazing that you have become learned! Who taught you?"

Qiao'er quickly glanced at Cui Jie, but said nothing.

Cui Jie snorted and said, "I taught it, why?"

Li Qinzai stared at Qiao'er helplessly: "Didn't I tell you not to learn from Auntie?"

Qiao'er said stupidly: "Dad said it before, and Dad also said that Auntie is stupid, she doesn't know how to wake up, and she will become even more stupid after learning..."

As soon as the words were finished, Cui Jie was so angry that she pinched Li Qinzai and said angrily, "Li Qinzai, what's wrong with my knowledge? What I have learned is also taught by the great Confucians of the time, and the articles are all serious knowledge."

Li Qinzai sighed, and said, "I didn't say you're not good at learning, but you're... oh!"

After a pause, Li Qinzai glared at Qiao'er and said, "Why are you so honest, kid? From now on, speak ill of my aunt and whisper to me, don't do it in front of others, it's so rude."

Qiao'er still nodded foolishly: "Qiao'er knows, and will tell dad quietly in the future."

Cui Jie was furious: "Is it polite to say bad things quietly?"

Li Qinzai said seriously: "At least on the surface, you will think we are polite..."

"What kind of nonsense is this?" Cui Jie was furious.

Li Qinzai said abruptly: "Let's put it this way, before you met me, or even after you met me, how many times have you scolded me behind my back for being a bastard, a prodigal son?"

Cui Jie froze, her eyes blinked quickly, and she turned her head to avoid Li Qinzai's eyes.

Li Qinzai was startled: "You really scolded me?"

Cui Jie blurted out: "I don't, don't talk nonsense."

Li Qinzai sighed, and said, "Call me as long as you scold me. You see, as long as you don't scold me in person, I still think you are gentle and quiet, well-educated, and a good woman. As for scolding me behind the scenes, I will If you don’t hear it, it doesn’t exist.”

"A person should have such an attitude. Whether it's rare to be confused or a gentleman, you don't have to be serious about things behind your back, or you will live an unhappy life for the rest of your life. Talking bad things behind your back is considered cultivated and polite."

If Cui Jie realized something, she subconsciously said: "It seems... there is some truth."

Li Qinzai said happily: "You have realized."

After speaking, the corner of his mouth curled imperceptibly.

Being fooled so easily, the evaluation of her at the beginning was obviously very pertinent, and it was indeed silly.

Li Qinzai looked at Qiao'er again, and said, "Since you have said 'If you don't teach, you will be punished', I can't let you learn this sentence in vain."

"Why did you squat on horseback? First, you made a firecracker yesterday, lit it up and threw it out to blow up others. Although you bombed the bad guys, your behavior was very dangerous. Yesterday you and my father and son were too happy to reunite after a long time. I am sorry to punish you. Make it up today."

"Secondly, you are six years old this year. Your body needs a solid foundation. Billions of wealth are not as good as a healthy and strong body. From today on, you must squat every day, rain or shine, and I will find a master for you." Teach you some self-defense techniques."

"Whether your future life is mediocre and poor, or prominent and prosperous, you must have the ability to save your life and escape."

(End of this chapter)