Zhenguan Crown Prince Li Chengqian

Chapter 41 Li Shimin Tours the Eastern Capital

Li Ke's answer made Li Shimin think for a while. In recent days, he has been considering whether Tuli is credible.Right now, Datang is also in need of such a person as an internal response. First, he can provide some information, and second, he can act as an agent after the pacification of the grassland.

Li Shimin has been in the army for many years and has a suspicious personality. He never believes that the world will fall into nothingness. Of course, this cautious character has also allowed him to escape from death many times.

It is said that the imperial court is actively preparing for the war and urgently needs to know the situation on the grassland. When he fell asleep, Tuli sent the pillow over. How could this not make Li Shimin suspicious.But after listening to Li Ke's explanation, the stone in his heart fell.

Li Shimin is the emperor on horseback. How could he not see the value of this man's covenant? Forming an alliance with Tuli is like driving a nail in the grassland. Having him behind Jieli's back at critical times can greatly increase our army's chances of winning .

"Ke'er is very relieved to have this insight. Come on, let's talk to my father about the defense of the border and the overall situation of the grassland." Li Shimin waved to Li Ke, motioning him to come closer.

"Father, there are enough troops in Dingxiang now, but their organization is too scattered. My son suggested that they should be divided into three or four, which will be more conducive to commanding operations.

As for the grassland, Xieli has continuously eliminated dissidents in the past two years, hunted and killed those who opposed him, and annexed a large number of tribes, greatly increasing his military strength, and the number of cavalry has increased to more than 40.

Recently, the Turkic general on the front line of Dingxiang was replaced by Jieli's uncle Ashi Nasimo. This man did have some skills in using troops. Chai Shao and Xue Wanche suffered a lot from fighting him a few times, so the situation on the front line There is no room for optimism. "

He knew the situation of Chai Shao and Xue Wanche, and the name Ashi Nasimo had not only appeared in the military intelligence pool once, but he was indeed a difficult character.

"Father, although the Turks are powerful now, they are not without hidden worries. In order to expand these troops, Xieli set off a bloody storm on the grassland. Many tribes were slaughtered, causing panic.

But those who took refuge were only to save their own lives. When it came to the critical moment, they would inevitably work instead of exerting themselves. Secondly, the leader headed by Tuli also made Xieli suffer a lot when doing things. .

The Turkic elders were dissatisfied with him. Turkic is a theocracy tribe, and the Turkic people's worship of gods is higher than their recognition of kingship, so the elders still have a lot of voice in Turkic.

Years of wars since Jieli became Khan have made life more difficult for the Turkic people who were not well-to-do, and this has also made the conflict between Jieli and the elders more and more serious.If Xieli can't deal with these in a short period of time, it will surely win the disaster in the long run. "

Li Ke's analysis was logical and explained all the advantages and disadvantages of the two sides at the moment, which also made Li Shimin really determined to form an alliance with Tuli.

"Come here, pass on the Prince, Changsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and Cen Wen to discuss the affairs of Chengqing Hall.".
"Your Majesty is considering this matter, you can't put yourself in danger." After Fang Xuanling finished speaking, Li Chengqian also stood up: "If the father must form an alliance with Tuli, how about letting my son go on your behalf? This can also show the sincerity of our dynasty, I don't know what my father thinks.".
Li Shimin knew that everyone was worried about his safety, but if he didn't go to Tuli, he wouldn't believe Datang's sincerity, so he shook his head: "Needless to say, I have made up my mind, and I will personally go to the front line of Dingxiang to make an alliance with Tuli. On the bright side, I am patrolling Luoyang, the eastern capital, and Xuanling is responsible for confusing the public. Secretly, the auxiliary plane and Li Ke will go with me, and the crown prince will supervise the country, and Keming and Jingren will assist in the court."

Li Shimin's words set the tone for this matter, and everyone had nothing to say, so they could only obediently lead the order and go to their respective errands.

Ten days later, outside the Yanxing Gate, Li Chengqian took Du Ruhui, Cen Wenwen and other civil and military officials to send the emperor on a tour of the Eastern Capital. Watching the emperor's carriage gradually disappear on the horizon, Li Chengqian stood at the head of the team and refused to leave .

"Your Highness, it's time to go back. Your Majesty's car has gone far away." Du Ruhui came to Li Chengqian and reminded him. All the best.

Hongwendian

"Your Majesty visited Luoyang eastward and ordered the Palace to supervise the state affairs. Now let's talk more. If there is anything urgent, let's do everything." Li Chengqian glanced at the ministers who were sitting again.

"Your Highness, the Ministry of War has sent several documents requesting an increase in food and pay." After speaking, Du Ruhui handed over the memo in his hand to the servant.

After Du Ruhui finished talking about the Ministry of War, the other officials remained silent. "Why, I still need one by one, right? Well, Liu Shangshu, the household department, how is the situation of the warehouses in various places? I heard that the price of grain in Chang'an has risen a bit fast recently."

When Li Chengqian named his name, Liu Zhenghui felt a little overwhelmed. He didn't want to say it, but he couldn't say it. Let's take the vicinity of Chang'an as an example. A lot of land is in the hands of aristocratic families, and the land of the common people only accounts for the total. Half of the volume, Taicang can only be filled in the Year of the Monkey.

But Li Chengqian couldn't help but answer the question, so he bit the bullet and replied: "Your Highness, the warehouses in various places are storing grain in an orderly manner, and about a quarter of the warehouses have been filled. The other specific numbers will be determined after I return." People will send the playing table to Hongwen Hall for His Highness's instructions.

As for the price of food in Chang'an, it is because Tongguan has been blocked by caravans recently, and many things cannot be transported in, not only food, but other items are also increasing in price. "

Hearing that Tongguan was blocked, Li Chengqian smiled. He didn't think it was a difficult task. If the dignified Minister of the Household Department can't even do this, he, the Minister of Liu Zhenghui, should stop doing it. Go home and pick up the children.

There is only one reason, these caravans are backed by aristocratic families, Liu Zhenghui doesn't want to offend them, it seems that this bad guy still has to do it himself.

"Liu Shangshu, levy heavy taxes on all the caravans blocking Tongguan, so heavy that they can't afford it. When the prices in Chang'an come down, the original tax amount will be restored. At the same time, Master Du, give Tongguan guards an order that he Cooperate with the Ministry of Households to collect taxes, and at the same time be responsible for maintaining order.”

Li Chengqian's unique method really caught everyone's eyes. The prince also seemed to be doing practical things. The deeds in the court were not all the tricks given by Changsun Wuji and the others. Afterwards, they reported the political affairs of various ministries one by one. Give instructions one by one.

But Liu Zhenghui didn't think so, and said bitterly in his heart, whoever made himself play tricks would put the crown prince in a trap.

"Okay, let's stop here today. After all the ministers go back, they will do the urgent business first. If it can't be done, when writing the memorial, we should also write how to solve the problem. We want to change the current situation where people are superfluous. Poor attitude."

Seeing the prince discussing political affairs with the courtiers with ease, Du Ruhui and Cen Wenwen looked at each other, and they both gave each other meaningful smiles.

(End of this chapter)