This prince, it doesn't matter if you don't do it!

Chapter 675: The first confrontation in Volume [-]

The news of rebuilding the Tang Code spread quickly.

When Wang Dequan received the news, it was already approaching evening.

"Quickly, send this news back to Riyue Mountain quickly. Some people can't sit still." The reason why the two words "Da Ming" appeared in Chang'an was not to gain Li Chengqian's reputation, but to remind the people not to forget. There was such a prince in the Tang Dynasty.

He naturally knows this. Time has always been a sharp weapon.

Let’s just talk about Yang Lin and Li Qinjian. These two guys used to be popular figures in Jingyang, but after following Li Chengqian to the Western Regions these years, Jingyang seems to have forgotten them, and only remembers them occasionally. .

Therefore, a forgotten prince is what Ming Dynasty is most worried about.

As the news spread, Wang Dequan also began to think about it: "In this way, a few of you will go to the West Market and spread the news."

West Market is where Hu merchants gather.

Almost all Hu merchants in Chang'an are in the West Market.

This time, they were not the only ones hurt by Datang's saucy operation.

"You don't need us to spread the news, right?" Someone said, "If the news comes from the imperial court, it won't be long before everyone in the West City receives the news."

"Those Hu businessmen don't realize the seriousness of the situation at all. Of course, this matter has little impact on them, so even if they hear it, do you think they will take it seriously? The worst is to change their sign. Son." Wang Dequan said, "But for us, that's not the case, understand?

In the final analysis, Datang's move was only aimed at Ming Dynasty.

So, you go now..."

With that said, Wang Dequan whispered something.

Hearing this, the man also hurriedly retreated.

After doing this, Wang Dequan began to think, now that the Tang Dynasty has started to take action, they really have no room to resist, but the question is, what should they do next?
……

Just that night, Hu businessmen from West City also gathered together, and they were also discussing this issue.

"At first I thought it didn't matter. After all, doing business in the Tang Dynasty naturally has to abide by the laws of the Tang Dynasty. But today I heard someone say that this is the trend of the Tang Dynasty court gradually becoming Chinese. I wonder what everyone thinks?"

"I've heard the news too." Someone continued, "If it's just to change the sign, that's fine, but if it's really for Chineseization, then I can't accept it. Although I also like Chang'an, one day , I still hope to go back.”

In this era, most people have extremely strong ethnic sentiments, and aliens are no exception.

Of course, what they heard was naturally spread by Wang Dequan.

"I heard that His Highness the King of Shu did it. We wonder if he is..."

"Is there anything else?" Someone said immediately, "Actually, it's already obvious. Isn't it just for that position to fight with Ming's man!

They use us to gain capital. To put it bluntly, we are just a fish in the pond. "

After saying that, the man shook his head, looking helpless.

Although these Hu merchants were rich, they had no status, and their days in the Tang Dynasty were only superficial.

This means that Datang's compatibility is extremely strong, otherwise their life will only be more difficult.

"What's the use of talking so much? Just tell me what to do?" someone asked.

"So, let's unite and ask the Ministry of Etiquette?"

If these people unite, there will still be energy. If nothing else, the entire business in West City is controlled by these people, which is a lot of energy.

Even Li Ke had to face it cautiously.

After all, if the business in West City collapses, the whole of Chang'an will be greatly affected.

……

On the other side, at Yuewang Mansion, Li Tai was feeling very comfortable at the moment.

To him, there seemed to be no worries in this world. Ever since he temporarily put aside his thoughts about that position, his life had become much more comfortable.

Sometimes, what blocks a person's happiness is often not external objects, but desires.

Especially for people with prominent family backgrounds like Li Tai, if they really curbed their own desires, they would have few troubles in the world.

"Your Highness, I heard that the King of Shu has begun to attack that person."

Hearing this, Li Tai smiled and said: "He can't help himself now, okay, let's not cause trouble for him.

It's not easy, especially in the future, it will only be even harder. "

"Your Highness is sure that King Shu will lose?" The people around him were a little curious.

Since their Highness came back from Riyue Mountain, he seemed to be a completely different person, without any desire anymore.

Although it seems to be very safe now, it still lacks a little bit of rush.

"Human beings are all the same. Desires are hard to satisfy, so they are all carried away by desires.

That position, as long as he doesn't mess around, no one can shake it. "

Li Tai was much clearer about all this and could see it more clearly, and he smiled at the moment.

"No way, that real opponent is not the King of Shu." His subordinates also looked puzzled when they heard this.

This is the truth. Li Chengqian's opponent was never Li Ke or Li Tai, but their father.

Li Tai shook his head and said, "This is a trend, and no one can change it."

In fact, he knew very well that Tang Ming's unification was the general trend. Not to mention Li Ke, not even Li Er could change anything.

Unless during this process, Li Chengqian did something outrageous.

However, judging from Li Chengqian's performance over the years, this is almost impossible.

"Then we will do nothing? Including the Ming Dynasty?"

"Well, you don't have to do anything." Li Tai nodded and said, "At this time, just move if you don't move. Let's watch the show."

He knew what his subordinates meant. He was just trying to show his favor to Li Chengqian in advance, but it was not necessary.

From what he knows about his brother, he is actually quite smart. People may not know what you do or what you think.

Doing this at this time will inevitably be superfluous and unnecessary.

……

The next day, the Ministry of Rites.

Li Xiaogong has one head and two heads.

Looking at the crowds of Hu merchants in the hall, chattering and screaming, his head almost exploded.

Logically speaking, given his status, this matter cannot be blamed on him. However, there are so many Hu businessmen, almost all the Hu businessmen in the West Market are gathered here. The influence is too great, and others don’t know how to deal with it. Only he, a minister with a military life, could come forward.

"My lord, we can't go on like this..."

Before they could finish their words, Li Xiaogong waved his hand and said, "Okay, okay, okay, this matter is not under my control. You are looking in the wrong place. This is the Ministry of Rites!"

He was also speechless. That was the bad thing about these foreigners. As long as there was some nonsense, the first person to go to was the Ministry of Rites.

People who don't know think that his Ministry of Rites is a foreign government office.

"You know, we all know this. Aren't you familiar with the Ministry of Rites?" The man also said hurriedly, "Besides, with Datang doing this, our business will no longer be able to continue. Isn't this why we are here to talk to the prince?" Individually, in this city of Chang'an, we know that we are humble and can't change anything, so now we have no choice but to close the shops and go back.

Over the years, we have also been grateful to the care of the prince and everyone in the Ministry of Rites, and we will bear it in our hearts. "

After saying that, the guy immediately knelt down, and the guys who came with him also knelt down with their buttocks sticking out, shouting words of gratitude.

Li Xiaogong touched his head. He knew that these guys were difficult to deal with. Do you think they were really grateful?

Go away, you guys, this is called retreating in order to advance.

If all these Hu merchants in the West City close their doors and go back, haha, just watch, I don’t know how many people will be held accountable. Of course, when that time comes, it’s hard to say whether Li Er will let them go back alive with their wealth.

"Things haven't been decided yet, why are you guys bothering?" Li Xiaogong shook his head, quite helpless.

They spoke respectfully, and as the saying goes, don't hit the smiling person. He really had no reason to criticize them.

"It's just a matter of time. It needs to be sorted out in advance." The leader continued.

Li Xiaogong sighed and said: "Okay, I will send someone to inform the King of Shu. He is in charge of all this. If you have anything to say, just tell him."

In fact, he shouldn't meddle in this nosy matter. After all, this is equivalent to indirectly helping Li Ke. After all, as long as something goes wrong in the West City, Li Ke cannot escape the blame.

But after all, he, Li Xiaogong, was the prince of the Tang Dynasty. Although he did not want to get involved in the fight for the crown prince, he could not just watch the chaos in Chang'an.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." A group of Hu merchants said hurriedly.

"Get up, why are you kneeling down?" Li Xiaogong was a little speechless. He had already done this, so who could he show to him like this?
After that, he flicked his sleeves and left.

After he left, a group of Hu merchants stood up to discuss. It was not known how long it had passed before Li Tai finally walked in, accompanied by Quan Wanji and others.

After taking a look, he saw that Li Xiaogong was not there, so he didn't ask any more questions. He immediately looked at the Hu merchants and said, "I, Li Ke, heard that you are very dissatisfied with the restoration of Tang laws in the Tang Dynasty?"

"Don't dare." Everyone was shocked when they heard Li Ke's words. Some of them might have seen him before, but most of them had never seen him before. They didn't expect him to be so domineering.

"Then what are your intentions this time?" Li Ke was not polite at all. Of course, this was also his strategy to gain the upper hand.

At this moment, he was acting more and more forcefully, and he would take the initiative later.

Of course, not everyone will be frightened by his momentum. For example, the guy at the head also stood up and said: "I have met His Highness. Since His Highness asked, we naturally dare not hide it. Now Chang'an Mi It's expensive, it's not easy to live, and I've been away from home for a long time. I'm just here to say goodbye to the prince and everyone in the Ministry of Rites, so I plan to return to my hometown and return to my roots."

"Is that so?" Li Tai sneered when he heard this, "Is it because you heard that our Tang Dynasty re-established the Tang Dynasty laws and you are afraid? Or is it that you have committed crimes in our Tang Dynasty and are afraid of being found out?"

He actually didn't know how to deal with it, but he had to face it anyway.

Hearing his words, the leader, Hu Shang, was not afraid at all and said with a smile: "I have indeed heard about the re-establishment of Tang law, but if Your Highness says that we have violated the laws of the Tang Dynasty, then you are really wronging us.

If His Highness doesn't believe it, just send someone to investigate thoroughly. We promise to cooperate with the government. Before that, we will close the door for rectification as much as possible. We will also wait for the government to complete the investigation before leaving Chang'an. "

Business people may be a little fishy, ​​but it's just a little fishy.

To be honest, businessmen these days are actually quite conscientious.

Of course, this is not his confidence. His real confidence is not this.

Hearing this, Li Ke was at a loss as to what to do. Quan Wanji stood up and said, "I believe that the vast majority of merchants have no problems. The real problems may only be a few. Your Highness, how about... …”

He didn't finish what he said, but Li Ke understood it. Not only him, but also those Hu merchants understood it.

differentiation.

Disintegrate you from within.

"I think this is also true. After all, you have made contributions to our Datang over the years. If there are really bugs, they are just a few."

Speaking of which, it actually depends on who can resist better.

Of course, from a practical perspective, Li Tai and the others must be more resistant. Without him, their will is unified.

On the contrary, this is not the case with Hu Shang.

Firstly, they don't want to give up the business in Chang'an, and secondly, no one wants to be the exception.Especially when Li Tai didn't pronounce the name, anyone could be the one.

In fact, if they really unite as one and everyone withdraws from the West Market together, they may encounter some mishaps, but Li Ke will definitely not be able to go around in vain.

It's just obvious that no one wants that.

While these Hu Shang were hesitating, Quan Wanji smiled and said: "His Highness actually knows what you are worried about. In this way, within ten days, His Highness will definitely give you a satisfactory answer. What do you think?"

He knew that he couldn't always be strong at times like this. If he really wanted to continue to be strong, it would be counterproductive. When it was time to be gentle, he had to be gentle.

Moreover, if they really mess up the West City, they will be unlucky in the end.

When the leader saw this, he immediately stopped talking and nodded, thus acquiescing.

What can they do?

Judging from the situation just now, they themselves are still not united enough. Of course, the reason why they are gathered here is for their own interests after all.

After sending away the group of Hu merchants, Li Ke summoned an official from the Ministry of Rites and said with a smile: "Where is Uncle Wang? I have to thank Uncle Wang very much today."

"Back to Your Highness, the prince of the county went out a while ago. As for where exactly he went, I really don't know."

Hearing this, Li Ke smiled and waved his hand, dismissed the man, and then left the Ministry of Rites with Quan Wanji and others.

Not far after walking out of the Ministry of Rites, someone said: "Is this Hejian County Prince too disrespectful to His Highness? He knew that His Highness was coming, but he still chose to leave at this time, which is clearly to avoid seeing him!"

"Huh?" Li Ke, who was walking in front, didn't want to say anything, but now he couldn't help but turned around and said, "Is this what you should say?"

He was really annoyed. These guys under his command seemed to have swelled up recently, and they actually dared to comment on Li Xiaogong. It was simply ridiculous!
"I made a mistake," the man said hurriedly.

Li Ke snorted coldly and said no more, but said to Quan Wanji: "Who does Chang Shi think is causing trouble this time?"

"There is no one else except the Ming Dynasty." Quan Wanji was very sober and said, "This seems to be the method of a merchant, and I remember that Wang Dequan, the envoy of the Ming Dynasty, was not a merchant?"

"The method is not very clever, but it is really practical." Li Ke nodded and said, "It's just a little early. If he had planned more carefully, Hu Shang from the West City would have been killed overnight. If we close the door, it might really cause us a lot of trouble."

"Businessmen are businessmen, but they still lack some foresight." Quan Wanji said, "If this is really the case, not to mention us, even the Tang Dynasty will be shocked.

Of course, when that step is reached, Wang Dequan, as the instigator, will probably not end well. Even though he is an envoy of the Ming Dynasty, he will really offend His Majesty..."

He didn't finish speaking, but everyone knew that if it really came to that point, Li Er's sword would not show mercy.

"Your Highness, Chang Shi, since everyone over there has started to take action, don't we have no reaction?"

"Reaction, how to react?" Quan Wanji said with a smile, "Come to your door to argue?"

He was also a little speechless. They were the ones who took action first, so why did he act like the victim in these people's mouths?

　Yesterday's post was blocked. It seemed that I couldn't write about Hu's teaching. I originally planned to give it a try, but gave up...

　　
　
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