The strongest emperor of the Tang Dynasty.

Chapter 712
When Li Shimin opened the letter, he couldn't help being surprised.Li Shimin did not expect that Li Tai would propose this suggestion to himself.So I felt a little shocked for a while, but it was only for a moment.

The moment he saw Li Shimin appearing, he was shocked.Changsun Wugou asked Li Shimin, "What did Gao Jue write in the letter to make you look like this?"

"Your precious son has just passed a few days of peace, and he is actually planning to use troops against Khitan and Xi. And he is not going to accept their surrender, but is going to include their territory in my territory of the Tang Dynasty." Li Shimin wrote the letter After handing it over to the eldest grandson Wugou, he said.

Changsun Wugou took the letter and said, "Isn't it a good thing that he expanded the territory for the Tang Dynasty? Why did it shock you so much?"

After Changsun Wugou finished speaking, he carefully read the letter from Li Tai.It doesn't matter, even Changsun Wugou was extremely shocked.The eldest grandson Wugou never imagined that Li Tai was going to let Li Zhi replace Li Shimin in the imperial conquest.

"It's just nonsense. Li Zhi has never been on the battlefield. How can he command such a big battle? Otherwise, there is a risk of annihilation of the entire army." Changsun Wugou said to Li Shimin.

In fact, Changsun Wugou did not say a word, that is, not only the entire army was wiped out.Otherwise, Li Zhi might not be able to return to Chang'an City.

"The real reason why Li Tai did this is probably to establish prestige for Li Zhi. Although Li Zhi has been established as the prince now, he has no military exploits. He can't deter the veterans in the court."

"That's why Li Tai did this, in order to give Li Zhi enough prestige in the court. This will be of great help to his succession to the throne in the future." Li Shimin said.

"Mother, don't worry, since it was proposed by the emperor, then he definitely has a way to let His Royal Highness make this contribution." Changsun Chong said to Changsun Wugou.

"Since you think it's feasible, then do it according to your idea. But if Li Zhi wants to go wrong, I will definitely not let you go." Changsun Wugou said to Li Shimin in a low voice.

……

On the Golden Palace.

Li Shimin sat upright on the dragon chair, with three provinces, six divisions, four courtiers and Manchu civil and military officials standing on his head.Everyone knelt down on the ground in unison, and bowed to Li Shimin.

"The emperor is facing the court. If you have a book, you will play it early. If you don't have a book, you will retreat." Li Shimin's personal eunuch Wang De shouted to the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty.

As soon as Wang De's words fell, Du Ruhui came out of the shift and said, "My Majesty, my health has been declining since the New Year. I also ask the Emperor to allow this old minister to return home."

Ever since Du He was imprisoned in the prison of Dali Temple, Du Ruhui's body has been in decline.In just a few months, it's like being a teenager.

And it was not the first time that Du Ruhui had asked Li Shimin to resign.But Li Shimin never gave permission.So today Du Ruhui resigned again.

Li Shimin opened his mouth and said to Du Ruhui: "Du Aiqing has worked so hard for my Tang Dynasty, since he chose to resign because of his health. If I don't allow it, I can't bear it."

"I will allow Du Aiqing to play today, but Du Aiqing's annual salary cannot be reduced. And he will stay in Chang'an City to enjoy the rest of his life. If I miss you, I can also go to your mansion to ask for a drink."

"My minister, Du Ruhui, thank the emperor for his kindness." After Du Ruhui let out a long breath, he fell to his knees and thanked Li Shimin again.Then he bid farewell to Li Shimin and staggered out of the Golden Luan Hall.

After Li Shimin sent Du Ruhui away, he spoke again to the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty: "Yesterday, King Yan Li Tai ordered someone to send me some things. Let's see if you know what this thing is."

After Li Shimin finished speaking, someone brought in the wooden boxes containing the abacus.Then he opened the wooden box, took out the abacus from inside, and handed one to each of the civil and military personnel in the Jinluan Hall.

Some people toss and turn, but they don't understand why.But some people have already recognized that this is the abacus.Among them, Wei Zheng recognized the abacus.

"My Majesty, this is an abacus made by His Royal Highness King Yan. It is a masterpiece that is of great help to calculations." Wei Zheng said to Li Shimin.

"Wei Xiang is right. This is indeed an abacus for calculation. The purpose of His Royal Highness King Yan sent me is to let me promote this abacus in the court." Li Shimin said while taking out his abacus from his arms. Gold and emerald abacus.

Those with sharp eyes recognized at a glance that the abacus in Li Shimin's hands was not extraordinary.So he opened his mouth and asked Li Shimin: "Your Majesty, is this abacus in your hand also used for calculation?"

"Although the real purpose of the abacus is calculation, the collection value of the abacus in my hand is far greater than its purpose." Li Shimin said with a smile.

"The abacus in Father's hand is also sold in 33 Chongtian. Although the shape and appearance are different, it is definitely a symbol of wealth." Changsun Chong said.

The Weng and his son-in-law sang together and advertised for Li Tai in the Golden Luan Hall.I'm afraid that the important officials in the court will definitely go to 33 Chongtian to have a look if they know the news.

Then Li Shimin said again: "Minister of the Household Department, you can take these abacus back. First let the officials of the Household Department be familiar with the application of this abacus, and then promote it to other ministries."

"Don't worry, your majesty, I promise that it won't be long before the officials of the household department are proficient in abacus calculations. By then, the work efficiency will definitely be greatly improved." The minister of the household department said after saluting to Li Shimin.

After finishing talking about the abacus, Li Shimin straightened his face and said, "Just a while ago, there were some problems in our Tang Dynasty. Those restless foreigners took the opportunity to sneak attack on the border of our Tang Dynasty."

"I will absolutely not allow such a thing to happen, so I am preparing to use troops against Khitan and Xi. And I will never accept their surrender. Even if their race is not slaughtered, the remaining people can only be slaves for generations."

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Yan Wang is in Youzhou, and he has the right to conquest with Baiyan Huangyue Specialist. It is most convenient for His Royal Highness Yan Wang to send troops." Wei Zheng said to Li Shimin.

"Although what Wei Xiang said is good, I originally planned to go to the imperial conquest, but I feel unwell during this period of time. So I plan to let the prince replace me and lead the army to Khitan and Xi." Li Shimin said.

Hearing Li Shimin's words, everyone naturally understood what Li Shimin meant.That is to stand up for His Royal Highness, so naturally no one will speak out against it.Even Wei Zheng didn't say anything.

Seeing that no one objected, Li Shimin continued: "This time the conquest of Khitan and Xi, Yu Chigong was the vanguard officer of Zhengyin in the front, Xu Maogong was the military commander of the army, and the prince personally commanded 20 soldiers and horses. .”

"Father, please don't worry, my son will definitely wipe out Khitan and Xi. The territory of the two countries will be assigned to our territory of Tang Dynasty." Prince Li Zhi said to Li Shimin.

At the same time, Xu Maogong and Yu Chigong also knelt down to salute Li Shimin and said, "Your servant, Yuchigong (Xu Maogong), takes the order."

(End of this chapter)