Li Zhi, don't be a coward

Chapter 372

Li Ji is not only a famous general, but also an old fox in the court, and his ability to judge the situation is considered top-notch among the courtiers.

Many of the 24 heroes of Lingyan Pavilion fell in the court battle, including the number one hero, Sun Wuji, who was also arranged clearly by Li Zhi.

Only Li Ji not only remained motionless, but with Li Zhi's ascension to the throne, he stood in the right position at the critical moment, and his status was even higher than before. He has become a veritable military No. 1.

In a rich and powerful family, if the person at the helm is wise enough, the family business can prosper.

After Li Qinzai accepted Li Zhi's errand, he went back to the mansion directly to ask Li Ji's opinion.

Compared with the ancients in terms of strategy, the traversers are actually at a disadvantage.

The environment they live in is different, and the education they receive is different, so there are naturally differences.

Li Qinzai studied Taiping Books in his previous life, and he studied Chinese, mathematics, physics and chemistry, and the small company he graduated from worked for was at most a little bit of trivial grievances and grievances in the workplace.

But Li Ji is different. He showed his prowess in the troubled times, fighting all the way from the mountains of corpses and seas of blood. He read military books, fought in actual combat, and killed real people. The death of thousands of people.

It is not in vain for such a great god to be his grandfather. Of course Li Qinzai must listen to Li Ji's opinion.

"There is no solution to this matter, the best way is to retreat." Li Ji stroked his beard and said in a deep voice.

Li Qinzai understood what he meant, and said in a low voice: "If grandson retires, let's not talk about whether His Majesty will be disappointed with grandson. The matter itself is a good thing that benefits the country and the people, and grandson is really unwilling to give up."

Li Ji glanced at him, and said: "Someone sent the cement you made to this old man. I have seen it with my own eyes. It is a good thing. If the gunpowder and three-eyed gun you made were compared to 'spears', then the cement is used For fortifications and military affairs, it can be called a 'shield', with spears and shields, you have made great contributions to the Tang Dynasty."

Hearing Li Ji's evaluation, even Li Qinzai, who had been calm, was still a little happy.

The praise from the elders of the family naturally carries a lot more weight than others.

However, Li Ji changed the subject and said again: "However, although cement is good, it is difficult to build roads."

"Liu Rengui has grievances with the old man, but the old man feels that his advice this time is not unreasonable. The Tang Dynasty is based on agriculture, and farmers farming is the right way. Road construction can be classified as one of the corvees by the local government, but it cannot be prosperous for the whole country. This is going to be a big problem.”

"Qinzai, your intentions are good, but your steps are too big, which is inconsistent with the national conditions. Datang's treasury can't support such a huge construction period, and what's more fearful is that the farmers' hearts will be unstable from now on, and they will get the sweetness of road construction. , no one will go to plant the land to harvest grain, if so, the foundation of the country will be shaken, and the confusion of the people will be the chaos of the world."

Li Qinzai was silent.

He was thinking seriously about Li Ji's words.

After a long time, Li Qinzai smiled wryly.

Yes, what Li Ji said makes sense, and he took a big step.Coming from the society of infrastructure madness in the previous life, Li Qinzai took it for granted, always felt that road construction was beneficial to the country, but he forgot the current population base, labor force, and the nature of the farming society in Datang.

Li Ji went on to say: "Aside from the interests of the powerful and the aristocratic family, before doing this, you should first think about the amount of food in the Tang Dynasty, the amount of young and strong labor force, how many days are busy and slack in a year, and then you can do it again." Think about it, if the national policy of building roads is implemented, will it really be beneficial to the country?"

Li Ji said in a deep voice: "If there is a dispute between the government and the government, first of all, you should introspect yourself. The so-called listening will tell you. Listen to the opinions of the opponents and think from their perspective. Many times, the opponents are not against you, but purely against you. this matter."

"When there is a dispute, you don't have to make enemies. Don't take opponents as enemies. First reflect on yourself, and then plan things. It's the way of being human."

Li Qinzai listened attentively.

He knew that Li Ji was teaching him the principles of being a man and an official, and the wisdom of the old man's life was contained in a few words.

In the world, not only knowledge needs to be passed on, but also the wisdom and principles of life need to be passed on.

"Grandpa, grandson understands." Li Qinzai said respectfully.

There was a smile in Li Ji's eyes: "Although he is a jerk, fortunately he didn't do it too thoroughly."

Li Qinzai pondered for a moment, then said slowly: "My grandson thinks that road construction should continue, which is indeed a good thing for Datang. It's just that this matter can be done slowly, and the movement should not be so big. Don't conflict with the interests of the rich and powerful family landlords, things can be done."

Li Ji closed his eyes, as if dozing off, and said lightly: "The old man has told you the truth, how to do it is your business, you have stepped into the court, and you should make up your own mind about some things, old man Well, I can't protect you forever, and I have to rely on myself in the end, honor and disgrace are all in one thought."

The grandfather and grandson chatted for a long time, and Li Qinzai felt that he had benefited a lot.

An old man in a family is like a treasure, which really makes sense. At least Li Qinzai felt greatly inspired today, and he had a better plan for how to deal with the road construction.

Seeing that Li Ji had closed his eyes, Li Qinzai understood that he was too lazy to talk anymore, so he got up and said goodbye tactfully.

Walking out of the study, the breeze is blowing, and the mind can't help clearing up.

There are many flowers planted in the yard outside the study, many of which Li Qinzai can't name, and I don't know when Li Ji got the hobby of gardening flowers and plants.

The most conspicuous thing in the yard is the graceful and luxurious peony.

The flowers are in full bloom, and the flowers planted by the famous general who killed people like hemp, have such a bloody poetic flavor of "there is a tiger in my heart, and I sniff the rose carefully".

Li Qinzai walked past the peony plant and stopped suddenly.

Fertilizer is a problem, and Li Ji refuses to believe that human fertilizer is the most nutritious.

He must be given insight.

Without further ado, Li Qinzai lifted up the hem of his robe, and then...a thick and urgent bubble of expensive urine gushed out, pouring on the peony plant.

Shaking after urinating, and shivering coldly, Li Qinzai straightened his clothes neatly, brushed off his clothes when he was done, and hid himself deeply.

Tomorrow, the retired veteran cadres will definitely be pleasantly surprised.

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After leaving the Duke's mansion, Li Qinzai asked Buqu about Xu Jingzong's mansion, then got into the carriage and went straight to Xu's mansion.

Regarding the road construction, after chatting with Li Ji, Li Qinzai already had a plan in mind.

The overall process remains unchanged. To implement a national policy, the consent of the two prime ministers must first be obtained.

Fortunately, Li Qinzai was qualified to have a face-to-face chat with the two prime ministers. The right minister, Xu Jingzong, was a business partner with him. Although the left minister, Xu Yushi, had no business contacts, his family had hostages in Li Qinzai's hands.

Benefits and favors, coupled with You Sanqi's status as a regular attendant and a political adviser, he is qualified to chat with the two prime ministers.

(End of this chapter)