Great Tang princess

Chapter 406
On the third day of September, in the northwest corner of the imperial city, the morning sun shone from the sky, making this seemingly unremarkable wooden building a bit dazzling.

This building is different from the palace in the later dynasty. It is three wooden two-story buildings with only one gate opened in the south direction.

The word "Military Department" can be seen on the gate, and a young man in sackcloth is cleaning the dust with a feather duster.

It's not just him, there are busy figures running around in the three buildings.

This is not because today is the day of general cleaning, but because they received the news in advance that the new minister of the Ministry of War, Princess Taiping, took office on the first day.

Wu Sansi came very early today, and as soon as he arrived, he directed his subordinates to do all-round cleaning inside and out.

He stood in the middle of the courtyard, looking at a group of busy figures with his hands on his hips, and shouted a few words from time to time: "Hurry up! Your Highness will come over later and if he sees something dirty, I'll give you something to eat!"

This appearance made many people who were working dare not speak out. They could only complain in their hearts that they were arrogant, and then they gritted their teeth and continued to work.

Wu Sansi's popularity in the court is actually very average, especially when he was with Pei Huaiyi some time ago, he did a lot of bullying.

Such a hooligan style will naturally not convince his subordinates.

Princess Taiping is different. She has never heard of her bullying servants since she was a child, but she is always kind and easy to talk to.

This kind of reputation was widely spread among the eunuchs and maids, and it would gradually spread to the former court. This time Princess Taiping served as Minister of the Ministry of War, and many people below raised their hands to welcome her.

……

Sishi, when Li Yuechen came over, the entire military department had been cleaned up.

Looking at the clean plaque at the door, she couldn't help but nodded.This was Li Yuechen's first visit to the Ministry of War. Among other things, at least the environment seemed much more comfortable.

He turned his head and looked at Fulai beside him: "Do you think they knew that Ben Gong was coming, so they cleaned it temporarily?"

"This... I don't know much about the previous affairs, so I don't talk too much." Fulai replied.

Li Yuechen smiled, raised his leg and walked in.

As soon as he walked into the courtyard, Wu Sansi had already trotted over, with a warm smile on his face: "I've seen the eldest princess!"

"Cousin is free." Li Yuechen raised his hand and smiled slightly, "We don't need to be too polite when we work together in the future."

"Then how?" Wu Sansi immediately refused, "Your Highness is His Highness, how can you not respect etiquette? Your Highness, please come in quickly!"

It has to be said that Wu Sansi has his own characteristics for being able to mix up to now.

Although he knew that he was flattering him, he did not go too far, and would not arouse the resentment of others. This is also a skill in dealing with people.

He is the nephew of the Emperor of God, but he can bend down to please her male favorite Pei Huaiyi. In a sense, he can be regarded as a man who can bend and stretch.

Following Wu Sansi into the gate, what you see is a large open space, one after another low tables are neatly placed on both sides like chess pieces, and there is a small cushion behind each table. As well as the office area for the notebooks, these tables are their desks.

There are a large number of scrolls on the bookshelf at the back, and various classics and documents are placed on it for easy reference at any time.

There is a staircase on both sides and in the middle, connecting to the elevated second-floor platform.

The height of the platform is in line with the aesthetics of Tang people, and the space on the first floor is not too oppressive.Secondly, considering the angle of sunlight coming in, we do not want the second floor to block the light of the first floor.

At this time, more than a dozen other persons in charge were also standing at the door. Seeing the princess coming in, they hurriedly saluted and said in unison: "I have seen Your Highness the eldest princess!"

"You are free!"

Li Yuechen raised his hand with a polite smile on his face.

Such an expression made many people feel like a spring breeze, and at the same time, they were relieved. His Highness really seemed to have a good temper, as rumored, at least he should not be the type who is looking for trouble.

Li Yuechen didn't know any of these people at present, and he didn't have much to say. He just looked up and observed the situation here.

Seeing Li Yuechen looking up at the platform on the second floor, Wu Sansi was about to speak, but was robbed by another military servant, Wang Liben: "Your Highness, why don't you go up and have a look?"

"Well... let's go and have a look." Li Yuechen nodded, and took the lead to walk up the stairs.

Wu Sansi glanced at his colleague next to him very vigilantly, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he didn't say anything.

Wang Liben, like him, is the Minister of the Ministry of War, and his qualifications are older, he can be regarded as a senior. At this time, it is easy to make mistakes if you talk too much.

Li Yuechen looked at the other people while going up the stairs, and couldn't help but feel a little bit like laughing.

Cousin Wu Sansi and Wang Liben stood beside her on one left and one on the right, half a body behind her, and on the outside were Bing Cao, the officers of the driving department and the treasury department.

This kind of picture reminded him that after more than a thousand years, he had seen many similar pictures on TV, but now in this era, he was the one standing in the middle.

Seeing the faint smile on her face, Wu Sansi also heaved a sigh of relief. It seemed that the princess was satisfied with this place, and it was worthwhile for him to come here early in the morning to urge them to clean up.

On the second floor, there are the offices of the Minister of War, the Minister of the Ministry of War, and other principal persons in charge. Basically, they are all separated rooms.

At the same time, in order to appear more open, these rooms are not swing doors, but sliding doors.

A row of equally spaced windows opens completely, allowing bright sunlight to pour directly into the room, at least during the day without candles.

The main building covers an area of ​​nearly [-] square meters, including the other two buildings next to it, which is almost equivalent to a small manor.

The sliding door opened, and Wu Sansi quickly stretched out his hand: "Please, Your Highness!"

Li Yuechen walked into the room first, and observed from left to right.

This room is nearly [-] square meters in size, and it can be regarded as her future office. Wu Sansi introduces the things in the room next to her, like a real estate agent after a thousand years.

To be honest, Li Yuechen is quite satisfied with this office environment, but the low mahogany desk is not pleasing to the eye no matter what, if she is asked to work here in a kneeling position, she can't stand it.

He beckoned lightly, and said to Fu, "Ask the carpenter to make a set of the tables and chairs in my barracks."

"Here!" Fulai agreed.

The desk in Li Yuechen's barracks was completely modeled after the boss's desk in the future. The desk was very wide and had drawers, and even the space under the drawers was enough to hide someone.

The only pity is the chairs, which are still a bit shabby.

Thinking of this, Li Yuechen couldn't help thinking, let the craftsmen of the Engineering Academy try to make the boss chair of the future when he has nothing to do in a few days.

If I can do it, I will make one myself first, and send one to my mother at the same time. She reviews documents every day, so she should sit more comfortably.

……

After visiting the Ministry of War, Li Yuechen was quite satisfied, nodded slightly, then turned his head and said: "In the future, I will work with you all. I hope we can work together to create a better future for the Tang Dynasty!"

Wu Sansi and others hurriedly saluted: "Your official, please remember!"

The link of the leader's speech was taken by Li Yuechen in one sentence, and then he explained a few more sentences, and then went back first.

She doesn't plan to work here until her own desk and chair are made.

After leaving the palace, Li Yuechen went to the camp on horseback. He didn't have to teach the children this Saturday, so he simply drew up the design in his office.

After lunch, I came to the engineering institute with the drawn design drawings, and discussed with a group of people.

"The name of this object is 'chair', see if you can make it..."

After seeing the design drawings, the craftsmen who were already familiar with Li Yuechen immediately began to ask their own questions, and Li Yuechen also answered them one by one, trying to express what he wanted to say clearly.

After almost half an hour of discussion, the craftsman on the opposite side shook his head: "His Royal Highness's other requirements are easy, but it is difficult to adjust the height of the seat with a handle... I am afraid that I have no idea at present."

"Then... is there a substitute?" Li Yuechen asked.

"If it is tailor-made according to various data such as His Highness's body length and leg length, will there be no need to adjust the height?" A craftsman asked cautiously.

Li Yuechen's eyes lit up: "Well, it's doable! Then try it! I will fully cooperate!"

……

After leaving the Engineering Academy, Li Yuechen walked to his office, anticipating what the boss chair would look like after it was made.

Walking on the path next to the training ground, thinking about the future reform plan of the Ministry of War while blowing the wind, I promised my mother to write a charter, and I still have to think about it carefully.

As I was walking, I suddenly heard a loud shout: "You! Stop! Which company?"

Li Yuechen was taken aback, and turned his head to see that behind the woods, a man wearing a black military uniform and pure white gloves was striding forward.

And not far in front of him was Liu Huang wearing a camouflage uniform with a confused expression on his face.

Seeing the white gloves in the opponent's hand, Liu Huang seemed to think of something, and immediately put on a helpless expression: "Tsk!"

The soldier wearing white gloves walked up to Liu Huang, saluted crisply with a snap, looked at the student soldier's epaulets on his shoulders, and frowned slightly: "Since he is a future officer, how can he be Can you not pay attention to the military appearance? Why are the two buttons on the top not fastened?"

"Brother, I've been training just now, and it's really hot..." Liu Huang explained helplessly.

"Since you are an officer in the future, you should set an example in terms of military appearance!" The other party yelled loudly, "What's your name?"

Hearing the tone of the other party's questioning, Liu Huang couldn't help being a little angry, rolled up his sleeves and took two steps forward: "You still dare to speak to me in such a tone? Who are you?"

"I am Lu Yuanzhong! Captain of the gendarmerie! What? You still want to do something? Beat up the gendarmerie, and you will be punished by military law!"

"Okay, you want to file a complaint with His Highness, right?" Liu Huang gritted his teeth, "My name is Liu... Wei!"

Doulu Yuanzhong nodded: "Fasten the buttons! I will inform the military academy about this! Remember to pay attention to the military appearance in the future!"

After finishing speaking, he turned back neatly and left directly.

Seeing his leaving back, Liu Huang made a grimace, raised his fist again, and then turned to leave.

Behind a few bushes nearby, Li Yuechen, who had seen this scene the whole time, thought about it, and it seemed that it was time to issue their certificates!

Otherwise, everyone will be like Liu Huang, who will report false names when they are caught by mistake. It will be too troublesome to check!

……

While thinking about it, he came to the door of the office, just in time to see Geng Yunqiang coming back from the outside, and immediately waved: "Old Geng! Come!"

Geng Yunqiang was stunned for a moment, then trotted over quickly, followed her into the office, and then took the initiative to pick up the teapot to make tea.

Li Yuechen sat on the chair: "You should know that I am now the Minister of the Ministry of War, right?"

"Yes, I congratulate Your Highness..."

"Okay, let's get down to business!" Li Yuechen waved his hand, interrupting his compliments, "The Ministry of War will face a series of reforms in the future, and you, the division commander, and the brigade commanders below will also be part of it. Time, you have to be ready."

Geng Yunqiang was puzzled, handed over the teacup respectfully, and asked at the same time: "Your Highness, the official is a warrior, and it is no problem to lead troops to fight. But entering the court as an official, it seems..."

"If you don't know how to learn!" Li Yuechen raised his head, "I have always emphasized that everyone should perform their duties! Now that you are a division commander, most of your energy in the future will not be on the front line, but will work with me in the Ministry of War on national defense strategy and other military affairs. Administrative issues..."

Hearing this, Geng Yunqiang suddenly felt dizzy: "Your Highness, this..."

"Speaking of which, you are about to enter the age of forty!" Li Yuechen interrupted him and asked directly, "How long do you think you can fight on the front line?"

"..." Although Geng Yunqiang didn't think about this question carefully, he can feel that his physical fitness is indeed gradually declining now. Although he is still much stronger than his peers, he can feel it.

Li Yuechen had a solemn expression on his face: "Actually, your physical fitness is much higher than that of your peers, but it hasn't been long since the distance has fallen! The next energy should be focused on more important things. Just right, these few days If it’s okay, think about the future reform direction of the Ministry of War with me, and if I submit it to the God Emperor one day earlier, I can implement it one day sooner!”

Geng Yunqiang could hear the concern in her tone. This princess really cared about his body.

He nodded: "Yes! But Your Highness, I don't know much about this matter. If you make a mistake, please forgive me, Your Highness!"

"I still know you well, so don't worry too much!" Li Yuechen smiled, "No one is born to understand. Even I don't know the details of the future, so I can only take one step at a time!"

"Yes! I will definitely help His Highness with all my strength!" Geng Yun saluted forcefully.

Li Yuechen nodded: "In addition, remember to call Zhong Qing and the others, there are more people, and there are as few loopholes as possible!"

As she spoke, she picked up her teacup and took a sip, thinking in her heart, this is not only the reform of the Ministry of War, but also the next reform of Qianniuwei!
　Thanks to [Mo Yi Yayang] for the reward of 200 starting coins!
　　
　
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