Start with detective Li Yuanfang

Chapter 194 Learning from Empress Wu, a good example, a workaholic working in power

After handing over some of the letters to the female general Zhu Dan, Li Yan returned to the envoy without further words.

Along the way, he silently observed the two teams that came to meet the envoys.

The contrast is stark.

Bren Zanren's subordinates are not all tall and big, but they are also basically strong and well-decorated.

The female general Zhudan's subordinates are not all sallow and emaciated, but also basically malnourished and sparsely decorated.

The Subi people were exploited.

After this country was annexed by Tubo, due to its own size, it not only became one of the five tribes, but also one of the five major tribes. The princesses of these Zanpu basically had noble daughters of Supi.

The queen mother of Songtsan Gampo was born in Subi, the princess of Mangsong Mangtsan was born in Subi, and the princess of Chidu Songtsan was also born in Subi, and there are many more in history.

But even so, their entire ethnic group is still in a state of being oppressed and exploited.

One sweet date was fed, and the rest were hammered to death with a big stick.

So unless there is Chimaluo, a powerful woman like Wu Zetian, the living conditions of this tribe in Tubo will naturally not be very good.

Li Yan felt very good.

If you really want to have fun and have no conflicts, why are we here, are you just giving gifts?
The female general Zhudan also found the carriage carrying gifts behind, and what caught her attention even more was the prison carriage following behind.

She looked carefully, and came to the front to ask Li Yiyan, "Li Zhengshi, what happened to those prisoners?"

After Li Yiyan explained the matter in Liangzhou, he said calmly: "I hope Zanpu can give us an explanation, why the Tuyuhun people were instigated by Tubo to plot against Liangzhou!"

"that is not……"

Just as the female general Zhudan was about to speak, Bren Zanren said coldly: "You little palace guard, think it over before you speak!"

The female general Zhudan shut her mouth instantly.

Li Yan said coldly: "Garru is very arrogant. Could it be that in Tubo, low-ranking officials don't even have the right to speak?"

Brun Zanren shut his mouth for an instant.

The female general Zhu Dan was amazed and looked at Li Yan carefully.

But she didn't dare to say any more, she just silently remembered the Tang envoy who had a good impression of Su Pi.

Speechless all the way.

Escorted by two teams of Tubo guards, the envoys of the Tang Dynasty traveled smoothly and arrived at the Luosuo King City on the bank of the Jiqu River.

Maybe they are used to the magnificent city gate of Chang'an, but when they saw a city gate that could barely be called tall, but it was definitely not in the grandeur, all the envoys looked at each other in dismay.

After all, it also defeated the [-] Tang army and rose strongly in the Western Regions. This is the king city?
The gazes of Li Yiyan and Li Yan turned to the group of people standing and waiting in front of the city gate.

Especially the leading middle-aged man.

He has a burly and powerful figure, a sharp and angular face, intelligent and alert eyes, and his skin is still obviously prairie red, but he has two thick and black beards, which makes him look very majestic.

Tubo is still red, and this person is also wearing a red robe, wearing a lot of accessories all over his body, especially the dzi bead hanging around his neck, and the eye-catching big rustle on his arm.

Li Yiyan said in a low voice: "This person is very similar to Lu Dongzan."

Li Yan replied: "It should be Lu Dongzan's eldest son."

Sure enough, seeing the envoys coming to the city gate, the middle-aged man took a few steps forward and said in standard Chinese: "I'm going to talk about Zan Xiruo in Tubo, and I'm ordered by Zanpu to welcome all the envoys of the Tang Dynasty!"

Li Yiyan held the festival and went forward to greet him: "The envoy of the Tang Dynasty, Li Yiyan, thank you Gar Dalun for welcoming you."

"Li Zheng is being polite!"

Zan Xiruo made a bow with both hands, and the etiquette was very standard. After saying hello to Li Yiyan, he looked at Li Yan carefully, looked at the banner in his hand, and said with a smile: "This must be Deputy Li. All-rounder!"

Li Yan smiled brightly: "I didn't expect my name to spread so quickly. Even Garda Lun, who is far away here, knows it. It's a great honor!"

Zan Xiruo's smile remained unchanged, and he looked at Brun Zan Ren: "Fifth Brother, you have worked hard to escort Tang Envoy all the way."

Brun Zanjian was ashamed as if he had been pardoned, and at the same time he stepped forward and said, "Brother!"

Zan Xiruo nodded: "Leave the following matters to Brother Wei, you step back and rest...Everyone, please!"

The prime minister of a country personally led the way and led them into Luosuo city officially.

When it comes to Luosa City, few people in later generations know about it, but when it comes to Lhasa and the Potala Palace inside, everyone knows it.

Li Yan had just entered the city, and his first impression was that he was eye-catching.

No matter how awesome the Daming Palace in Chang'an is, it is impossible to overlook the majestic palace city once you enter the gate of Chang'an City.

But at the gate of Luosuo City, if you really look up, you can see the outline of the palace built on top of mountains and overlapping buildings.

The feeling of being born out of the sky and penetrating the sky, one can imagine how complacent Songtsan Gampo was when he built this palace.

And located to the south of the Potala Palace, there are circles of watchtower-style buildings, which are simple and extensive, scattered and unorganized, and very scattered.

The streets were also crooked, and the people who were used to living in Chang'an suddenly felt a strong sense of discomfort, wishing to straighten those streets.

Li Yan got used to it for a while, and began to observe the flow of people on the street, and found that the place was still bustling and lively.

Not to mention the knives and weapons, the shops of saddlemakers and cobblers, and places to eat snacks, there are also a lot, which shows that the economic prosperity is good.

It's just that I don't know if it was done on purpose or if we really met each other openly. There are a lot of refugees begging along the street.

It is in stark contrast to the nobles or business travelers wearing red clothes and walking proudly.

Zan Xiruo rode his horse all the way and turned a blind eye to it.

Naturally, the envoys would not be rude enough to ask these questions as soon as they entered the city. The long line was advancing in a strange and peaceful atmosphere.

Finally, after walking through seven or eight streets, almost reaching the foot of the Potala Palace, Zan Xiruo stopped his horse, pointed to a mansion with Chang'an style, and said, "Tubo is no better than the Tang Dynasty, and there is no hostel. These days, you will wrong the envoys and live in my mansion."

Li Yiyan's pupils shrank slightly: "Living in Dalun's mansion? Isn't that impolite?"

Zan Xiruo said with a smile: "I, Tubo, would like to rebuild the friendship with Datang. Zanpu has ordered to build a special place to entertain envoys, but the work has just started, so he ordered me to entertain you. This is Zanpu's kindness, please Li Zhengshi should not refuse."

Li Yiyan was silent for a while, then nodded: "Since it is Zanpu's intention, I will go to the countryside to do as the Romans do, but I don't know when Zanpu will be summoned?"

Zan Xiruo restrained his smile, sighed and said: "The envoys came at an unfortunate time, Zanpu is sick again, I am afraid that it is impossible to see the envoys in a short time, please rest assured, I will provide the best hospitality! "

Li Yiyan's expression was flat, neither in a hurry nor impatient: "Then I will not bother you."

The envoys walked towards the mansion until the prison car behind them approached, Zan Xiruo suddenly said: "Wait a minute!"

Li Yiyan looked at him: "What's the matter with Gardalun?"

Zan Xiruo said: "I have Changben in Tubo, and I specialize in handling cases. Prisoners must be interrogated by Changben before reporting to Zanpu. This process is not short, just hand over these prisoners!"

After finishing speaking, he smiled wryly and said: "Let them enter my mansion, I always feel a little ominous!"

Li Yiyan stroked his beard expressionlessly, and Li Yan took up the topic: "I heard that the highest official in your country who interrogates such cases is the prime minister?"

Zan Xiruo's eyes narrowed slightly: "Vice Envoy Li knows a lot about our internal affairs in Tibet, right? That's right, the top manager of this case is the insider and not an outsider. It's my third brother Zanpo. "

Dude, the President of the Supreme Court is also his brother.

Tubo also implemented the group minister system. The most powerful prime minister was called Daxiang, also known as Dalun, and the second most powerful prime minister was called Xiaolun, who was Dalun's deputy.

There are also several members of the prime minister's staff, which are equivalent to the third-rank ministers of the three provinces under Tong Zhongshu's family. Among them, the one who is in charge of the national investigation, punishment and prison, and the formulation of relevant laws is called the grand minister of the whole matter.

These officials are inherited from father to son, and if they have no sons, they will be inherited by close relatives. Unless they commit a serious crime of treason and affect the whole family, they will change, otherwise they will not be replaced.

But now sitting in this position is Po Zan, the third son of Lu Dong Zan.

Take a look at his sons, the eldest son Zan Xi Ruo Dalun, the second son Qin Ling is the Generalissimo of the Army and Horses, and the third son Zan Po is the Minister of the whole affairs.

This lineup made Li Yan smile bitterly.

Everything has advantages and disadvantages. He took control of power early and competed with Tubo.

The benefits are obvious. Datang's overall situation against Tubo is not that disadvantaged.

The disadvantages are also obvious. The current Gar family is really powerful, with both civil and military skills, and a powerful territory.

At this time, Zan Xiruo added: "Vice Envoy Li also knows that our Zanpu is not in good health. It is really difficult for him to interrogate him personally. After the interrogation by my third brother and the result, Zanpu It's not too late to make a decision!"

These words sound gentle and calm, but in fact they are extremely arrogant and domineering.

Li Yan was not used to him: "Forgive me, Gar Dalun, this matter involves the Tuyuhun Rebellion, and I am afraid that diplomatic matters cannot follow the normal process of Tubo."

Zan Xiruo also confronted each other: "Tuyuhun is the old king who has no way. Out of the friendship between the two countries, my second brother led the army to help the new king put down the rebellion. He will also return. Could it be that Li Fushi is waiting for him and holding the new king of Tuyuhun's order?" With the letter of credence in front of you, will the case be tried by my third brother?"

Li Yan shook his head: "That's really too troublesome..."

He looked back and beckoned: "Guardian Zhudan, come here."

Zhu Dan, the female general who had been following behind to touch the fish, changed her expression slightly, but she didn't dare to refuse, and walked over slowly.

Zan Xi Ruoqi said: "She is a palace guard, responsible for protecting the safety of the princess, what did Deputy Envoy Li ask her to do?"

Li Yan smiled: "I just came up with an idea. In the Tang Dynasty, there is also a queen who assists the sage in handling state affairs. Since Zanpu is in poor health, it is better to let the princess interrogate the case to show fairness. What do you think of Garda Lun?"

(End of this chapter)