Datang: I am so happy to marry a disfigured princess!

Chapter 199 The Japanese are willing to help

In the court hall, Li Shimin brought out the issue of war against Goryeo to the ministers for discussion.

"The small country of Koryo is very rampant. If it is allowed to continue to develop in Liaodong, I am afraid that the entire northern border will fall under the control of the Koryo people, which will cause big trouble."

"Your Majesty, a spy from the north has come to report that Goryeo has begun to expand to the north. If it is not stopped, it may be a big problem..."

After hearing these words, Li Shimin said in a deep voice: "How much food has been collected from various places now?"

Dou Jing cupped her hands and replied: "Today, 80 shi of food have been collected from various places."

"More than half of the horseshoes have been made, and half of the military horses in Chang'an have been replaced, and the effect is good."

Li Shimin nodded: "Let's investigate the situation in Goryeo again. If there is enough food and grass and there are no worries, we can consider this matter."

At this time, an official from the Ministry of Rites came out and said: "As for the battle, the Japanese state expressed its willingness to assist."

Over the years, the Japanese state and the Tang Dynasty have always maintained good relations. The Tang Dynasty will provide some help to the Japanese state, both culturally and militarily.

At the moment, these words were spoken, which attracted a burst of attention from the people in the court.

Hou Junji said with a smile: "Although Japan and the Tang Dynasty have been friendly and good neighbors for many years, there is no need to use that military strength. Besides, the mainland of Japan is far away from Goryeo, so I am afraid it is not necessary."

"Yes, I'm afraid it will cost more to help the Japanese mobilize than to mobilize our own pathology. Besides, Baekje and Siam are all allies of the Tang Dynasty. We can just let them take action when the time comes."

Li Shimin thought for a moment, and then said: "Go and pass the message to Shenyuan Pinglu. I want to see what they think."

A moment later, the envoy of the Japanese Kingdom, Kanhara Hiryu, was called over. He first saluted respectfully: "I have met His Majesty the Celestial Empire."

Li Shimin waved his hand: "I heard about the war in Goryeo. Your Japanese country plans to help. How do you plan to do it?"

Hearing this, Kanbaru Heiryu felt happy, but did not show it, and then said loudly: "His Majesty the Celestial Empire should know that the Koryo Kingdom is located on an island and occupies half of the entire peninsula. Now the position with the strongest military strength is occupied by Liaodong, the territory of the Tang Dynasty."

Everyone present knew about this matter, so they didn't find it surprising. Li Shimin also nodded: "Continue."

Kanbaru Heiryu then said: "But after all, his country is located on a peninsula, facing the sea. If there is a land battle, I am afraid that the Koreans will send troops from the sea to attack the rear of the Tang army from Shandong Road. In this way, I’m afraid it will be very troublesome.”

Hearing this, Li Shimin couldn't help laughing: "Not to mention whether Goryeo can have enough fleet to cross the sea and land, besides, our Shandong Province will naturally arrange a march, which will never lead to enemies from both sides. The envoy was overly worried."

Kanwara Heiryu shook his head: "Even if the Goryeo envoy cannot dispatch troops to the sea, the Japanese country can still take action. Thanks to His Majesty's care, our Japanese country's shipbuilding technology has advanced rapidly. We can build warships that can carry hundreds of people. If there is a war, Siam and Baekje approached the Goryeo border from the south, and our Japanese country landed directly on the Goryeo mainland from the sea. In addition, the Tang army put enough pressure on the front battlefield. If the three parties took action at the same time, Goryeo would be able to break the city in just a few days."

Upon hearing this, all the officials present fell silent.

Nowadays, Goryeo's deployment in Liaodong can definitely be regarded as the main force. After all, the land in Liaodong is vast and convenient for development, and Goryeo's own military focus must be placed there.

Therefore, the Tang army must use its strongest strength to gnaw this hard nut. If it can put enough pressure on its rear at this time, it can almost be said that the opponent has no time to take care of the frontal battlefield, so that Goryeo will not be able to hold on for long.

Is this a good thing?
Li Shimin smiled, and then nodded: "I can't believe that the Japanese country has such an idea, which is a good thing, but how can you Japanese people cross such a long sea to land?"

Kanbaru Heiryu smiled and said: "Your Majesty, don't worry about this. Our country's shipbuilding has developed rapidly in recent years. Now there are more than [-] warships that can carry a hundred people, and there are more than a thousand warships of various types." In this regard, Li Shimin said It’s not surprising. After all, the Tang Dynasty had taught shipbuilding technology to the past a long time ago, and even sent craftsmen to help the Japanese people build it. Unexpectedly, it was also used in Japan’s foreign wars against the Tang Dynasty.

"In this case, I agree and will discuss this matter with you in detail later."

"The poor monk will pass this news to our country. It is an honor for the Japanese country to contribute to the war of the Chinese Empire."

Kanhara Piraudu left immediately, and Li Shimin was satisfied when he saw this.

Unexpectedly, today's Japanese country has this idea, which is good.

It seemed that he had done nothing wrong by allowing Datang to have a close relationship with the Japanese people.

……

After the court meeting ended, Li Shimin left the main hall and went to Changsun Wugou's residence. When he saw Changsun Wugou sitting up, he quickly went to help him.

"Mr. Guanyin, the imperial doctor said it's best for you to rest. If you need anything, ask Wanyu to help you."

Changsun Wugou smiled: "Your Majesty, my concubine has nothing to do, so why make such a fuss? It's just a cough."

"That won't work either. You better get some rest, otherwise I won't be able to handle those memorials at ease."

After Li Shimin finished speaking, he immediately looked at Wanyu aside: "Go and brew the chrysanthemum tea sent by Heng'er for the queen to drink. Heng'er said this will be helpful for coughs."

Seeing this, Changsun Wugou was quite helpless, but Li Shimin's attitude was resolute at the moment and he almost didn't give Changsun Wugou a chance to refuse, so he had no choice but to lie down again.

"Haha, today at the court, those Japanese envoys told me that if they want to attack Goryeo, they can also contribute. They are really interested."

Hearing this, Changsun Wugou nodded: "Does Your Majesty really want to postpone the Eastern Expedition to Goryeo this year? It will be winter in two months, and our soldiers of the Tang Dynasty may not be able to withstand this severe cold."

In fact, Li Shimin also wanted to wait until next year to fight, but now the land in the north is increasingly being eroded by the Koreans. If he doesn't take action, I am afraid that the entire northern border will suffer by next year, and it will be even more difficult to fight.

No matter how difficult it is, we have to fight. Moreover, now that Datang has the internal strength to fight Goryeo, the longer the delay, the more variables there will be.

Changsun Wugou suddenly remembered something and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, I remember that Heng'er cultivated those potatoes. I wonder what the situation is now?"

Potatoes, that is, food, are of great help in combat.

"I just heard that Heng'er is being cultivated in Lin County outside Henan and Chang'an. I don't know what the current situation is. It just happened to be mentioned, so I went to take a look."

"In this case, I will follow you. Your Majesty, don't say anything about having a good rest here. I don't want to be bored here."

Li Shimin smiled and said: "Then just wear more clothes and don't get cold. It's not far anyway."

(End of this chapter)