Don't be a prince

At this time, the important matters of marriage are the orders of the parents and the words of the matchmaker. Even the work of writing the wedding invitations belongs to the father and brother.If you dare to say one or two more words, you will be criticized.This is the so-called arranged marriage. Many men and women only know what their other half looks like when they are in the bridal chamber.

Li Shimin is also handling memorials in the Liangyi Hall. Although he generally lives in the Ganlu Hall, he usually stays in the Liangyi Hall more often.Occasionally, if another concubine is lucky, the eldest grandson must drive him out.The emperors and queens of all dynasties get along harmoniously, and there are very few people who sing in harmony. The eldest grandson and Li Shimin are a pair.

After entering the Liangyi Hall and sitting down to share tea, Tang Jian immediately said: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, the princess sent by the Western Turks this time is named Ashinahar. I have asked many Western Turkic businessmen, and A prisoner of war, I finally learned that she was not Si Yehu's biological child, but a defeated nobleman. It was because she was not Si Yehu's biological child that Si Yehu lowered the dowry so brazenly, because he didn't care how our Tang Dynasty treated this princess. "

The richness of the dowry is the face of the bride. Although the rich family of the five surnames rely on marrying daughters to make money, but when dowry, the dowry will definitely not be small, because it is related to the face of the family.

Si Yehu is worthy of his name, to be so unscrupulous, you must know that this is not a matter of biological or not, but a matter of the face of a country.Datang's dowry seems to be all things like tea, porcelain and silk, but the combined value will not be less than [-] guan, not to mention the pasture that cannot be measured by price.

As a result, this is it?

"Western Turkic is so perfunctory, it seems that we have seen through our intentions. But anyway, we don't need more reliable allies in Tang Dynasty. Just like Xue Yantuo, although as an ally, he agreed to send troops to attack Eastern Turkic, but wait After we took over the land of Western Turks, we strengthened our defenses. Hehe, allies are nothing but a name! When we are strong, we will be allies with anyone. If the Central Plains is weak, hehe..."

Li Shimin didn't finish his words, but several people knew what would happen if the Central Plains weakened.

Officials from Honglu Temple were sent as representatives to sign the covenant at the beginning, which was actually an excuse left by Datang.It's just an official, there's no need to bother, as long as he is deposed in name, the covenant will naturally be useless.

The eldest grandson never interfered in government affairs, even if officials came to the Liangyi Hall to discuss, she would avoid it.But this matter involves the prince, so he has the qualifications to speak.

Seeing that the three of them were chatting enthusiastically, she patted Li Chengqian's arm, and said with a smile: "How about it, Chengqian, your side concubine is not treated very well by her mother's family!"

Li Chengqian smiled: "My queen, no matter what, she is married in name. Although I have never met, I am not proud of asking my son to bully a weak woman. Since her natal family doesn't want to see her, my son Treat her well. As a side concubine and a Turkic person, she is not qualified to covet the position of concubine. Even if she has a child, she is not qualified to be the crown prince. Now that she has come to Datang, let her spend her life in peace , That's it."

The eldest grandson nodded, very satisfied with his son's answer.

What happened to the Western Turkic princess now reminded her of herself back then.

He and Changsun Wuji were kicked out of the house by Changsun Anye, and it was his uncle Gao Shilian who sent her out as a natal family in the end. The one who carried her out of the house should have been the eldest brother, but Changsun Wuji did it for him.

I thought that my life was rough, and it would be the same after I got married.Who would have thought that her husband is an upright man, not only giving him the best treatment, even now that he has become an emperor, he never loses a single ounce of love.As a vassal woman, it is easy to become miserable.

The three monarchs and ministers were still discussing how to respond to the Western Turkic matter, and Li Chengqian was unwilling to get involved. Just when he was worrying about some excuse to run away, he saw Li Lizhi walking over from behind the curtain holding the weeping Li Zhi .

"Queen, queen, the pheasant slave stabbed his hand."

Hearing what she said, Changsun and Li Chengqian immediately stood up and hurried over to check the situation.

It was said to be a stab wound, but in fact it was just a small wound.

Alcohol, as a drug that has been proven to be an excellent disinfectant, is naturally not lacking in the palace. Li Chengqian took a cloth stick and dipped it in alcohol to disinfect him before letting his eldest grandson bandage him.

Compared to Li Tai, Li Zhi is much stupider.He is obviously over three years old now, but he can't even speak fully.

I don't know how such a fool won the throne in the end.

Chapter 224 The Arrogant Hou Junji

It's hard to be a big brother, but it's even harder to be a good big brother.

Li Chengqian, who finally let Li Tai and Li Ke find their own things to do and not hang around in front of him, now surrounded by three more.

Both Li Lizhi and Yuzhang were very curious about the powerful elder brother of the prince, but Li Lizhi was better, able to play tricks by grabbing his elder brother's sleeve openly.She wanted a beautiful hairpin, but a little girl who had not reached Jiji couldn't use hairpins.

After all the talk, Li Lizhi still didn't give up, and even talked about the fact that Li Chengqian lent money to Li Ke, saying that he didn't love his sister.

In desperation, he could only ask the eldest grandson for help with his eyes, but the eldest grandson also showed an expression of helplessness.

As the eldest daughter, Li Lizhi has been favored by her eldest grandson and Li Shimin since she was a child.

"Lizhi, you are still young, you can't wear hairpins. This is a rule, and a good child should obey the rules. Is this good? When you grow up, no matter what kind of hairpin you want, my brother will give it to you. You don’t like it, so my brother will draw the picture himself and let the general supervise the production, okay?”

Gossip is not only a shortcoming of monkeys, but also of human beings.

After comparing getting a hairpin now and wanting it later, Li Lizhi naturally happily chose the latter.

Yuzhang was more shy. He was only five years old, but he already knew his position in the harem.Li Lizhi could grab the prince's sleeve and act coquettishly, but she knew that she was not qualified to do so, so she could only hold Li Zhi enviously, preventing him from touching the empress's embroidery frame.

Seeing the prince's elder brother approaching, she handed Li Zhi over consciously, while she stood aside.

Li Chengqian grabbed the restless Li Zhi, but did not leave. Instead, he reached out and rubbed Yuzhang's head: "When you grow up, you can also ask your brother for it."

It might be the first time he was touched by his brother on the head, Yuzhang couldn't help showing a smile no matter how precocious he was.

The environment in the palace is actually not as good as imagined, living timidly all day is easy to develop Lin Daiyu's character.Yuzhang's mother died early, and she did not live long.As a result, Li Shimin was very sad, and he went to court for several days in mourning clothes, which made the ministers feel like racing.

I don't know what the outcome of the discussion between the three monarchs and ministers is, but they seem to be happy anyway.Tang Jian and Lu Kuan left the Liangyi Hall with a smile, while Li Shimin returned to the desk and continued to deal with government affairs.

After opening a memorial, Li Shimin smiled and waved to Li Chengqian: "Chengqian, come here."

Seeing that the eldest grandson's eyes were full of smiles, Li Chengqian bid farewell to his playful younger siblings, walked to the side of the case and sat down. Instead of kneeling, he spread his long legs and leaned sideways on the table.

If a minister was here, he would definitely impeach the prince for being rude, but this is the Hall of Liangyi. After seeing Li Chengqian's indecent posture, Li Shimin was not only not angry, but still smiled and pushed the memorial over.

"Look at this memorial. You have spent some time in the imperial court watching the government. Let me know your opinion."

This memorial was submitted by Wei Zheng. Wei Zheng felt that it was inappropriate for Datang to place most of the tax revenue on the common people.The first of the twelve commercial taxes is to levy a tax in kind, which is inappropriate, and the commercial tax should be increased.Only in this way can the scale of businessmen be suppressed, so that more people will not see money and go on the road of no return.

The territory of the Tang Dynasty is vast, but the population is too small. There are many lands from the previous dynasty, and no one even planted them.This is wrong, and the businessmen should be forced to go back to farming.

Li Chengqian read the old guy's memorial twice before he was sure that it was a sign that he wanted to attack Xungui.Although the literal meaning is for the common people, it is true, but it cannot conceal the noose hidden between the lines.

This bastard, probably aimed at the previous imperial court's policy of opening honors and nobles to do business, wanted to rob the rich and help the poor!

Seeing that the prince was thoughtful, Li Shimin didn't bother. He used this time to process a memorial, and then asked: "How about it? What do you think? Tell me, if it were you, how would you approve it?"

Pushing the memorial in front of Li Shimin, Li Chengqian said: "If it is a minister, he will definitely reject his proposal. The business tax is going to be changed, but it is not now."

"Oh? Reconciliation?"

Li Shimin really wanted to see how the crown prince looked at this issue. It seemed that he was not afraid of the East Palace property being affected, but had other reasons.

When it comes to governing the country and the people, Li Shimin will never ask Li Chengqian for his opinion, but when it comes to business, it's different.Li Shimin admired his son's ability to make Donggong a rich man in a few years.

After sitting down on his knees honestly, Li Chengqian said: "Father, the emperor, and my servants are only answering your question from the perspective of the East Palace caravan. If you make a mistake, just laugh it off.

When you opened mines in Xiazhou, you saw the promotion effect of nobles on the economy, that is, the business circle, and the effect of rich people on local prosperity.Now that the ban of 'being an official is not allowed to do business' is lifted, it is just to see if it is really effective.

The prosperity of business is actually of great benefit to Datang.High commercial tax revenue can reduce the burden on farmers.The son-in-law only heard of dynasties that collapsed because of tax increases, but never heard of dynasties that collapsed because of tax cuts.

However, just like growing crops, it is not right to think about harvesting as soon as the seeds are sown, nor is it right to think about harvesting as soon as the ears are headed.You just let go of the ban, and the nobles will definitely be passionate about doing business and developing industries.If the business law is changed at this time, even if it is only a small change, it will surprise them.It's not good to have the opposite effect.

Although maintaining the original business law seems to be indulgent, wouldn't it be better to wait for the seeds to become real crops before harvesting? "

After speaking, Li Chengqian relaxed and let go of his legs.Obviously Sun Simiao had said that there was no serious problem, but after kneeling for a long time, his legs still hurt.

But you can't sit on your knees. This is the so-called "righteousness". Since you want to speak seriously, you have to be serious.

Seeing that Li Chengqian was serious about what he said, Li Shimin thought about it himself, and found that it was true.

Since there are high hopes for business, it is not possible to harvest at the early stage, but to water and fertilize more.

Nodding in satisfaction, Li Shimin said with a smile: "It seems that you have a long-term vision. If so, I will leave all the business documents to you in the future. It is time to carve your prince's seal."

Hearing what her husband said from a distance, the eldest grandson couldn't help but smile.Officially engraving the seal of the prince means that the prince has the qualifications to handle government affairs.If the courtiers don't stop him, then Li Chengqian will truly become the prince.

Li Chengqian didn't care whether there was a great seal or not, but he was very happy to have the power to handle the memorial.Although this "handling memorial" is likely to be just a suggestion like an old house, it is not a real decision.

When reviewing memorials, Li Shimin was a pure emperor, but when he put down his pen to tease his children, he became a father again.

In fact, it is quite bitter to think about being a prince. As long as you take the position of prince, you will be able to live in the East Palace.If you want to see your parents, you have to "ask to see them".

After having a so-called "family dinner" in Liangyi Hall, which was eaten at separate tables, Li Chengqian got into the carriage and returned to the academy.

Because the old man's spirit has recovered, Li Chengqian no longer prevents him from entering the academy to teach.It's hard to say that Li Anren was originally a serious gentleman in the academy, but when Li Gang rose up, he could only put down his studies, hand over the desk to his grandfather, and become a wheelchair pusher himself.

There are some hot classrooms in the afternoon, but it can't stop the students from studying.Everyone listened attentively to the old man's explanation.

Students at this time do not have the stinky problems of later generations. Those who are really sleepy would rather stand up and walk to the wall than miss their homework.

The spirit of hanging the beam and piercing the thigh has not dissipated until now.

Seeing that the old man was having fun in class, Li Chengqian had no choice but to leave and go to the playground to exercise.

On the back playground, Xungui's class happened to be in physical education class. Unlike the ordinary students next door, Xungui's children were tough no matter what they did.

When choosing a running weight, none of them weighed less than twenty catties, and non-human beings like Cheng Chusi and Yuchi Baolin even chose fifty catties.

Seeing Li Chengqian started running accompanied by the guards, Li Ke let them move freely, and ran to his brother with big strides.

"Brother Huang, are your legs alright?"

"Huh~huh~ Naturally, it's okay. After holding it for so long, it's time to start exercising again. Look, I just let go of half a year of exercising, but I didn't finish a lap, so I couldn't do it. It seems that I have to I have to work hard to catch up with you."

Li Ke nodded, but with a look of contempt on his face: "You think my brother doesn't know? You can't run because of your leg injury, but you haven't let go of your sword and archery.

I heard from Qingque that although you are not walking through Yang with a hundred steps now, you hit the copper coin with fifty steps but you have hit the target without vain.In comparison, the younger brother is no good, and he is still shooting at the target. "

Li Chengqian smiled, patted Li Ke on the shoulder and said, "It's good to take your time. Although the skill of bow and horse requires talent, acquired hard work can also pile up success."

After speaking, noticing a large group of people running from the passage of the teaching building to the playground, Li Chengqian added: "But if you don't want to do the hard work the day after tomorrow, then there is nothing you can do."

Li Ke also followed Li Chengqian's line of sight, and couldn't help but smile when he saw the person coming.

The two brothers stopped, and Li Chengqian took the towel handed over by the guard, wiped off his sweat, and went up to meet him.

"General Hou came to visit the academy, why didn't he say in advance, Gu also prepared a banquet to clean up the dust for the general."

That's right, the person who came was Hou Junji.

It seemed that Hou Junji came to the academy just after entering the palace and finished his duty report. He didn't take off his armor, and the generals behind him didn't disarm either.

This is very impolite, you must know that even if Li Jing and others want to enter the academy, they have to order the generals to leave their weapons at the guard and enter the academy clean.After all, the full name of the academy is "Zhenguan Academy", the principal is the emperor, and the vice-principal is the prince, so the minimum respect is still required.

And looking at the helpless and nervous guards behind them, this group of bastards still forced their way in.

I still remember that before going to the grassland, Li Chengqian took a walk with Li Jing and saw Hou Junji riding a horse across the provincial gate for a few steps without noticing it.

Seeing this situation, Li Jing said to him: "Hou Junji doesn't care about others, and he will definitely rebel."

After finishing speaking, I seemed to feel that it was inappropriate to say that a state council would rebel in front of the prince, so I could only add: "Your Highness, don't take it seriously, this old man is just joking."

In fact, Li Jing's understanding of Hou Junji was very accurate. Such a person who has no respect for his elders and only does things according to his own preferences will indeed bury himself in the grave.

Hou Junji didn't seem to notice the changed expression of the prince's guards, he still didn't take his hand off his sword, and said with a smile: "Your Highness is serious, how can a humble minister be worthy of your reception. This time I returned to Beijing, and I was also rejected by His Majesty." He came back only after the decree and reprimand."

Seeing that he didn't show any embarrassment, Li Chengqian decided that he was reaching out in the army again.They are all bad habits left over from when they were bums. Even if they are rich, they are still keen on goods.

The other generals at most took a little bit of valuables from the battle gains, and they would take care of their subordinates, and then everyone happily put the rest into the battle.Only this idiot hugged her regardless, and didn't share the benefits equally.

Compared with Li Chengqian, Li Ke is not so easy to talk to.Seeing Hou Junji's arrogance and impoliteness, he said: "General Hou is so majestic, you don't even know how to lay down your weapon in front of my brother? The kindness of the brother doesn't care about you, but this king will believe it." Chang'an asks, when will the courtiers be able to stand tall and hold weapons in front of the crown prince?"

Seeing Li Ke getting angry, Hou Junji seemed to have thought of something, untied his sword and handed it to the generals, and ordered them to retreat aside, then he cupped his fists and saluted and said: "I was confused for a moment, and I was rude in front of Your Highness and the King of Wu. Wang Haihan! I came to the academy today because I really missed the dog, so I rushed in."

Seeing Hou Junji's attitude changed, Li Ke nodded, and just waved his hand, Hou Sili, who had already been waiting at the edge of the playground, ran over excitedly.

The meeting of father and son in the world is actually quite touching, it has nothing to do with identity.Hou Junji patted his son's shoulder excitedly, saying that he had grown taller, and then pinched his muscles, very satisfied.

As for knowledge, although he is a great general, he doesn't know a lot of Chinese characters.However, being taught by so many famous Confucianists, how bad is it?

Hou Sili hugged his father, asked some interesting things about the grassland, and then reluctantly said goodbye.

"It's just exercise, there's no need to worry. Today you and my father and son reunite after a long absence. Daddy will take you to see the good horses that our family has captured. Among them is a sweat-blooded horse, which is a gift from Daddy."

"Father, no, the college will not approve students to leave the college unless there are special circumstances. Now that the child is in physical education class, there are regulations on how much exercise he needs to do, and he cannot leave without permission."

Li Ke nodded in satisfaction. It seemed that the students he brought were still very well-behaved.

Li Chengqian patted Hou Sili on the shoulder and said: "The special situation is that today, your father has been fighting in the grassland for a long time. Although there are flaws, they can't cover up the hard work. It seems that you have no follow-up studies today. Go home tomorrow. Hurry up and come back after the morning reading is over!"

Seeing the prince, no, Hou Sili immediately became excited when the vice president said so.Hou Junji also nodded in satisfaction, he is just like this, what he likes most is when others give him face.This is the case for those who come out of Binzhou, face first, old life second.

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness. We are preparing a banquet in Weichen's mansion. I wonder if it is possible to invite the prince to the banquet? I heard that His Majesty has lifted the ban on nobles from doing business, and Weichen has some wealth in his family. I want to cooperate with His Highness."

cooperate with you?If you want to fart, I am afraid that you will overwhelm the host.Besides, Donggong has always been the only one who has invested in another family. Who would have thought of becoming a shareholder in the Palace of Shareholders?Fang Xuanling didn't even dare!

"Major General Hou wants to cooperate, why not talk about it now, although Gu wants to go to the banquet, but Grand Master Li still needs to serve Gu. It is a last resort to leave for the sake of going to the court, and it would be unfilial to go to the banquet."

Li Chengqian even used Li Gang as a shield, and Hou Junji was helpless.Seeing that Li Ke didn't seem to evade at all, he sighed and said, "I'm very curious about cement. I wonder if I can know the formula? To tell you the truth, there were two whitestone mines in my family before, but the lime could not be sold well." The price. If you sell lime, hehe...."

Hey you ghost!

Li Chengqian originally thought that Hou Junji was going to enter the shareholder's palace property, but who would have thought that this guy would have his eye on cement.Although it is necessary to give shares inside and outside the words, it needs the formula of cement.

I really don't know what it means. Donggong has now handed over the cement workshop to the Ministry of Industry to be under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Industry, and is only responsible for the sale of cement in Datang.

Chaotang listed cement as a controlled product, and the head craftsman who knew the formula lived with Sima in the army. He said it was protection, but everyone knew it was also monitoring.

How could such a crucial thing be told at will?You must know that the renovation of the key cities of Datang has not yet been completed.

"General Hou, cement is the control item of the imperial court. Not to mention you, even if the house minister wants it, he will not give it to you. You should give up. Since you have a white stone mine at home, why don't you give it to Li Daliang, the minister of the Ministry of Industry?" After discussion, the price of cement is high now, and the purchase of white stone will not be as low as before."

Hou Junji was very upset when he thought he had a hot face and a cold butt, but he couldn't vent it face to face, so he took Hou Sili away unhappy.

Seeing the back of Hou Junji leaving, Li Ke gritted his teeth and said, "Brother Huang, why are you so tolerant of this guy? I think he is very upset!"