Li Zhi, don't be a coward

Chapter 381
After Li Qinzai revised the road construction plan into a pilot project, the difficulty of advancing this matter in the court has actually been reduced a lot.

Regardless of whether it was out of public or selfish intentions, those courtiers who opposed could not come up with any reason to continue to oppose.

It has been reduced to one state and one county, what else do you want?

If the pilot project fails, there will inevitably be many people in the court who beat the dogs in the water. If it succeeds, there will be straight and smooth roads everywhere, so why not do it?
Liu Rengui, who had the most fierce opposition, turned off his fire, and the other courtiers were naturally unable to say anything.

Sitting in the hall, Li Zhi was overjoyed. He knew that this national policy could be officially promulgated at this moment, and the next step was the issue of site selection. It is no longer necessary to discuss in the hall which state or county to choose for the pilot project. This is the Son of Heaven. Things that can be decided in private with the prime ministers.

Seeing that the discussion in the hall was getting quieter, Li Zhi looked at Xu Jingzong in a blink of an eye, and said with a smile, "How does Xu Youxiang feel?"

Xu Jingzong looked serious, bowed his head and said, "I think it's feasible."

Li Zhi looked at Master Xu Yu again, and said with a smile, "Where is Xu Zuoxiang?"

Master Xu Yu also straightened his clothes and said, "I also think it's feasible."

After a pause, Master Xu Yu added another sentence: "If the states and counties of the Tang Dynasty can be connected by roads, the country will last for a thousand years, and the prosperous age will not be far away. Your majesty's martial arts will be as far away as the ancient and modern emperors and emperors. I congratulate your majesty on this great achievement! "

Although this flattery seemed like an afterthought, it was still very powerful and hit Li Zhi's itchy spot.

Master Xu Yu's supplementary sentence was not purely flattering, but mainly because he was already one step behind Xu Jingzong in terms of road construction.

The old fox was very shameless, he changed his camp ahead of time without saying hello, and almost made the emperor have a bad impression of him, Master Xu Yu, so this flattery must be made up to redeem the lost points.

The two prime ministers agreed, and Liu Rengui, who was the most opposed, didn't say anything.

Even if the officials in the palace still have objections, it is inconvenient for them to speak out for a while.

At this time, Su Dingfang, the general of Zuowuwei, stood up and said with a bow: "The old minister thinks that Li Xianbo's advice is beneficial and harmless. The old minister is the leader of the army, and the veteran does not understand the affairs of the court. But if the states and counties in the Tang Dynasty The roads are connected, and the veterans can guarantee that there will be no rebellion in the Tang Dynasty from now on, if there is any, the king's master will come at night, and it will be settled in a moment."

Liang Jianfang also stood up and said: "If the roads in all states and counties are connected, no matter where Wang Shi goes, the consumption of logistics food and grass on the road will be reduced by more than half. Every time there is a war, countless food and grass can be saved. Uncle Li County has done a great job in admonishing him. .”

Xue Rengui also stood up at this time and said: "Uncle Li Xian used to dispatch more than [-] soldiers from the Ningshuo Governor's Mansion in Bingzhou to help the Bingzhou government dig canals and repair warehouses. This method can be used for reference. It is recommended to use this method to complement each other with the local people, to use corvees for labor and labor for relief, so that things can be settled, roads can be opened, and great achievements will be made for thousands of years to shade their descendants."

As the generals came out to support Li Qinzai, the officials looked at each other in blank dismay.

Nima, the military is gone, the situation has become one-sided, and the opponents have completely lost their momentum.

What are you against?What reason is there to object?

In the silent hall, Li Zhi looked around at the ministers and said slowly: "Do you have anything else to say? Feel free to speak up if you have something to say. I will listen to you and you will understand, and accept advice like a stream."

No one said a word.

After waiting for a long time, the smile in Li Zhi's eyes became more and more obvious, and he could hardly hide it.

Covering his mouth and coughing twice, Li Zhi said dignifiedly: "Since there is no objection, then...the matter is settled. As Li Qinzai said, as for where to choose for the pilot project, it will be decided after I discuss with my left and right ministers."

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The court dispersed, and the officials slowly walked towards the palace gate.

King Teng rushed to Li Qinzai's side, raised his nostrils and said, "Today you owe me a favor."

Li Qinzai was stunned: "What do I owe you?"

"At the court meeting just now, if this king hadn't spoken out to stop that old bastard Liu Rengui from spewing dung, would there be a chance to say your nonsense?"

Li Qinzai blinked: "If you don't have a chance to say it, don't say it. Does it affect me if the road is built or not? Can I get any benefits?"

King Teng was taken aback for a moment, and said, "It's true that I won't get any benefits."

Li Qinzai spread his hands and said, "I'm just a teacher in a remote village. Your Majesty uses me to make up the number. I will only participate in the imperial meeting today. I just mentioned it in passing. If everyone objects, it's fine if I don't do it. Still receiving my salary and earning my money."

After taking a look at King Teng, Li Qinzai smiled again: "Your Highness Teng, if the road construction is abolished in the Golden Palace, guess where you should be at this moment, Your Highness?"

King Teng was frustrated, and sighed, "This king should be on his way to Hongzhou."

Li Qinzai nodded: "Yes, but fortunately this proposal has passed the palace meeting and will be implemented soon, that is to say, His Highness has an errand to do, so... Does His Highness owe me a favor?"

King Teng's head was buzzing.

Li Qinzai's words sounded right at first, but King Teng still didn't understand the logic behind them, and felt that something was wrong.

King Teng immediately came back to his senses, and narrowed his eyes vigilantly: "This king will not add any more money!"

Li Qinzai pushed him and said angrily, "What kind of money should I add? It's as if I've blackmailed you. You and I are decent people. You don't have to talk about money. It's enough for your Highness to accept my favor." .”

Just as Teng Wang was about to show a embarrassed smile, he suddenly remembered something and said vigilantly: "This king does not make any deals with my daughter!"

"The more you say it, the more it goes too far. Can't Your Highness treat me as a gentleman?"

King Teng couldn't help but said: "An honest gentleman will make me penniless and owe a whole lot of debt..."

Li Qinzai said sternly: "The debt is the debt, Your Highness, don't mention your ass all the time, what you owe is not a butt debt."

King Teng raised his head and took a deep breath.

It's really tiring to chat with this bastard...

Li Qinzai looked at him and said again: "The court has decided on the construction of the road, and it's up to His Majesty next. After His Majesty and the Prime Minister have selected the prefectures and counties, His Majesty will immediately take up the post to supervise the project and the use of materials, money and food. Remember not to neglect your duties." .”

King Teng snorted, "Do you need to say it?"

Li Qinzai said solemnly: "I'm not joking with you. Your Highness has a heavy responsibility, and you have to bear the money and food allocated by the court. Your Highness not only represents the emperor, but also the court. Money and food are the foundation of life for thousands of people. You must not be greedy for anything." .”

"Other officials who are greedy for ink will at most be dismissed and exiled. If His Highness is greedy for ink, he will lose His Majesty's trust forever. From now on, King Teng's line will only be demoted further and further away, and may even be dismissed by His Majesty. For that It’s not worth paying such a price for some money.”

King Teng immediately became serious, nodded and said: "I know that this time is my only chance to turn over the book, and I will definitely not lose the big because of small things."

Speaking of this, King Teng said again: "At the beginning, the grain merchants in Bingzhou offered me a lot of money and persuaded me to join forces with others. This king sternly refused. There are countless farms and shops under my name. I don't lack that little money, let alone take dirty money."

Li Qinzai smiled gratifiedly: "Then, I wish Your Highness a smooth journey. Your Highness can go on the road with peace of mind. Qianyuan is in Chang'an, and I will take good care of it for you."

King Teng said angrily: "It's unnecessary! Stay away from my daughter, the trouble will not be as bad as the family, and come at me if there is anything!"

(End of this chapter)