Don't be a prince

After taking a sip of tea, Qi Zong praised: "Your Highness, don't you think these methods are too sinister or despised by others?"

Li Chengqian said with a smile: "Whatever his method is, as long as he can win, it is a good method. Back in the Three Kingdoms period, Zhou Yu set fire to the chain ships of the Wei army, and countless people were killed and drowned. But until now, this war has become a good story. .Zamp, what do you think?"

Qi Zong nodded in praise and said: "I also read about the Three Kingdoms from books. Maybe it was because the weak defeated the strong in this war. In the end, I didn't consider how many people the Wei army died in the battle. It seems , His Royal Highness is determined to win Tubo?"

Li Chengqian shook his head and said: "To be precise, it's not that you will win if you are lonely, but that you have a good heart. It's just a chance to make Tubo a better one. When you merge into the Tang Dynasty, you and some nobles in Tubo will lose nothing. But, All the Tubo people can live a good life because of this.

Just imagine, if Tubo joins the Tang Dynasty, the rice ban on the plateau at the border will be lifted.Although you Tibetans have barley and other crops, it is very difficult to be self-sufficient.In addition, now that Datang is popularizing medical care, it can also take care of the plateau.With the advancement of medical treatment, the survival rate of your newborns will increase.

In addition, there are ironware to improve people's livelihood, etc., I will not list them one by one.In a word, as long as it belongs to the Tang Dynasty, Tubo can be freed from the current miserable life. "

Hearing this, Lu Dongzan finally couldn't bear it anymore. He propped his hands on the table and said angrily: "But the premise of all this is based on the fact that Tubo has changed from a country to a vassal of a country. We are Tubo People, not Tang people!"

Li Chengqian ignored Lu Dongzan, but looked at Qizong with a smile and praised him.

He was sure that the half chance of this matter would no longer be zero after Qi Zong Nong Zan appeared.

A wise person can often distinguish the difference between immediate interests and long-term interests.And if this person loves the people extremely, he is more likely to agree.

Abandoning the sect and praising it is undoubtedly a huge breakthrough.

After bowing his head and pondering for a long time, Qi Zong Nongzan asked: "What I want to know is how far the life of the Tibetan people can be improved, and how long it will take."

Li Chengqian immediately replied: "Except for the altitude sickness, which is what you said is nothing to do with the qi epidemic, the rest of your life, you can become like the people of the Tang Dynasty. As for the time, you won't believe it if you say too much, at least until our time." It’s possible for the next generation.”

Hearing this, Qizong Nongzan finally changed his expression. To Li Chengqian's surprise, he was in pain.

Pointing to his head, Qi Zong smiled wryly and said, "Maybe, I can't live to that time. You don't know, my head often hurts unbearably, and I feel dizzy. These days, it's okay to be in Gaochang Some, otherwise, I’m afraid it’s impossible to come to Gaochang City. Perhaps, you should have said these things to my son instead of me.”

Li Chengqian is very clear that what is needed to abandon the sect and praise him is a realistic promise, not an empty promise.But no matter what, it was an indisputable fact that he was moved.

Li Chengqian still admires this guy who is only two years younger than himself and has become a hero of the generation.

Looking at Qi Zong's praising expression, Li Chengqian said: "Perhaps, it's not impossible for you to live to that time. If I'm not wrong, your headache may be related to the Qi epidemic in Tibet. If you leave the highlands and live in a lower place, maybe you won't suffer from headaches."

Abandoned Zong praised and doubted: "Impossible, Qi plague is our ancestor..."

"Where have you read all your books? You don't talk about monsters, power, chaos, and gods. What do you mean by the shelter left by your ancestors? If you don't believe me, go to other places with a higher altitude and try it. Otherwise, why do you think I call it altitude sickness?

If you don't believe it, you can go back to the plateau and try it again. It is guaranteed that your symptoms will rise again within two days, and if you get off the plateau, it will be relieved soon. "

Seeing Li Chengqian's swearing, Lu Dongzan and Qi Zong Nongzan didn't know what to say.

Thinking back to the pain when he was in pain, Qi Zong asked tentatively: "I want to move the seat of Tubo to the border of the Tang Dynasty, how about it?"

Li Chengqian curled his lips and said: "As long as you Tubo are honest and honest from now on, even if you set up the government office under Songzhou City, Gu guarantees that you will not be in danger. Then, now, you should give Gu an answer." Now, what do you think of Gu’s proposal? Of course, the nobles of Tubo can be merged into the noble system of the Tang Dynasty and obtain titles. As for you, the prince of Tubo, and pass it down from generation to generation, it’s not an insult to you, right?”

Qi Zong Nongzan shook his head and said, "Right now, I can't make any promises to you, because you can't make any promises to us either. At most, I can promise you that before you make a promise, Tubo has done absolutely nothing to Tang Dynasty!"

Li Chengqian nodded, this is already the most suitable result at this stage.This kind of thing is not suitable for persecuting too much all at once, there is no reason to convince them without comparison.

Thinking of this, Li Chengqian said: "After the war, the border ban between Datang and Tubo will be lifted. Datang's grain will be gradually lifted to increase trade with the plateau. I believe that the people of Tubo will, because of this, Much better."

Qizong Nongzan was surprised and said: "You don't even have enough food for yourself in the Tang Dynasty, so you still want to help us?"

Li Chengqian chuckled: "That was in the past. You see, in the past few years, Datang's grain production will continue to increase. Among other things, the extra food is more than enough to feed you plateau people."

Seeing Qizong Nongzan's expression of disbelief, Li Chengqian continued: "If you don't believe it, you might as well hand over the government affairs to Lu Dongzan for the time being, and come to the Tang Dynasty to see and see for yourself. Although it is a pilgrimage in name, but, except Except for a formal meeting with my father, you can receive you alone.

Since you like the culture of Datang, why don't you come and learn it yourself?What's more, living in Datang for a period of time is also beneficial to your condition.Of course, I'm just guessing about your illness. Daoist Sun of Chang'an, I believe Lu Dongzan has heard of it, so go see Daoist Sun. Wouldn't it be better to live a few more years? "

Qizong Nongzan looked back at Lu Dongzan, and Lu Dongzan nodded quickly.He was also worried about Zanpu's condition, and even thought about tying Sun Simiao to the plateau.But thinking about the consequences, he still gave up.

If Zanpu goes to Datang and his safety is guaranteed, then going to Datang to see a doctor is also a good arrangement.

Thinking of this, Lu Dongzan said anxiously: "If Zanpu goes to Datang to see a doctor, please allow the Tubo army to escort him."

Li Chengqian shook his head: "Impossible, any armed force entering the Tang Dynasty will be completely wiped out by the Tang Dynasty. But since the prime minister is worried about Zanpu's safety, he can send his relatives to pick him up, how about it?"

Lu Dongzan knew clearly that the crown prince's reputation was really strong in terms of official reputation.

Without waiting for Lu Dongzan to answer, Qi Zong Nongzan nodded: "Yes, in addition, I would like to ask, is my marriage with Princess Datang still valid?"

Li Chengqian shook his head and said: "Since the day Tubo declared war on the Tang Dynasty, the marriage has been annulled. But since you are going to Chang'an, Gu can arrange a blind date for you or something. If you can marry the princess with your skills, If she is willing to go back to Tibet with you, Gu will be happy to see it happen.

Of course, if you need influence, just this time, the Turks gave up their land, and a bunch of small countries were destroyed, but Tubo did not pay any compensation, which is enough to prove your prestige.You don't mind if you get married just after the war, but I'm afraid that the people of Tang Dynasty will mind. "

You don't need compensation, but you have the whole of Tubo in your heart!

Although he really wanted to say that, Lu Dongzan still swallowed his breath.

Qi Zong Nongzan thought for a while and said, "This matter should be done sooner rather than later. Why don't I go to Chang'an after this matter is over?"

Li Chengqian said: "I'm so happy, but you can't reveal your identity. Maybe, when you arrive in Chang'an, you will just be able to see a grand event."

Ever since Xieli was captured alive and became the emperor's most admired foreign dancer, Taichang Temple has always had an idea, that is to organize captives from various countries into a dance troupe.This time the whole world attacked the Tang Dynasty. Before the generals left, they were all entrusted by the minister of Taichang Temple to capture more important figures.

It is estimated that Yu Chigong's goal is to capture Lu Dongzan or Qizong Nongzan and throw them to Taichang Temple.

Qizong Nongzan probably guessed what kind of grand event it was, and if possible, such things should be avoided as much as possible.

but....

In order to cure the headache as soon as possible, Qi Zong Nongzan had no choice but to bite the bullet.

Chapter 522 After the war (please ask for a monthly pass)

Except for the [-] Tubo army left behind for Qizong Nongzan to strengthen their momentum, the rest were brought back to the plateau by Lu Dongzan.Tubo is different from other countries. The long marching route makes them want to continue fighting, so they have to keep looting.

It's ridiculous to say that Lu Dongzan offered to help the Tang army conquer those small countries. The reason is that Tubo has no military rations.If I waste some more time, I'm afraid even going back to the plateau will be a problem.

As for Qizong Nongzan, although only [-] troops were left, he didn't worry about his safety at all.At least, in Lu Dongzan's eyes, when the prince of the Tang Dynasty was serious, his reputation was still guaranteed.

Prairie Road

Li Zhi and Wei Zheng came here as appeasement envoys. On the one hand, they rewarded those tribes who sent troops to fight and gained military exploits.

Under the world's attack on Tang, Datang, as the weaker side, won the victory instead, which made the status of "Tang people" in this world soar.From a subordinate country, to truly integrate into this country is the most congratulatory thing for the grassland herdsmen.

Strolling on the verdant grassland, looking at the cheering and cheering of the herdsmen in one side of the tribe, Li Zhi couldn't help asking Wei Zheng: "Is it really so happy for them to get the household registration of the Tang Dynasty?"

Wei Zheng said with a chuckle: "What the King of Jin said is that you are not proud of being a member of the Great Tang? Obtaining the household registration of the Great Tang means that they have become the people of the Great Tang. Although they have to submit to labor, they still have the possibility of paying taxes. , However, they got the real asylum of Datang.

In addition, with the loosening of the border customs in recent years, the grassland can exchange some sources of life from the Central Plains caravans, so that they can live well without having to go south to plunder.Looting is war, and war is death.Do you think they can cherish the days when they can live without war? "

Li Zhi thought for a while, nodded, but then asked in doubt: "But Mr. Wei, they are grassland peoples and Turkic people. Will there be any problem if they are included in the Tang Dynasty?"

Wei Zheng said with a smile: "To put it bluntly, don't you also have Xianbei blood? When the Supreme Emperor ascended the throne, rumors that the Li family's blood was not pure began to spread. Until His Majesty activated the Xuanwu Gate, this This theory began to spread continuously.

The Li family has Xianbei blood, which is a sharp sword that the five surnames and other big families firmly grasp and use wantonly.However, now someone proposes this point to try?His Royal Highness King Jin, I will tell you a secret, but you must keep it a secret.

Two years ago, after the Autumn Harvest Ceremony, His Majesty did not return to Chang'an directly, but took the old man and others to walk among the fields.After meeting an old farmer, His Majesty concealed his identity and approached him for a chat.During the period, he deliberately brought up the matter of the emperor's Xianbei blood, but he was spat on by the old farmer and was very embarrassed.

According to the old farmer, whether the emperor's blood is pure or not is none of his business, as long as he is a good emperor, so what if his blood is purely Xianbei?

The Han nationality, or the most powerful part of the Central Plains, is probably the integration.From Liu Bang, Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty, to Cao Pi usurping the Han Dynasty and establishing the Wei Dynasty, the Han Dynasty lasted 420 years. This was the first great integration of the Han nationality, and it was also the time when the number and number of integrated nationalities were the largest.

The integrated ethnic groups at that time included the Huns, Xianbei, and Goguryeo in the north, the Zhuyue, Nanman, and Jiaozhi in the south, the Di, Qiang, and Western Regions in the northwest, and the Sou, Shu, and Ba in the southwest.

At the end of the Western Jin Dynasty, the Wuhu rebelled and established sixteen countries in the north. During the Northern and Southern Dynasties, the north was almost ruled by Xianbei.At that time, Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty ordered that all tribes with surnames under the leadership of the Xianbei people should be renamed Han surnames, and the Han people in the northern region immediately integrated a large number of foreign members.

In addition, there are other ethnic groups joining, such as the Goryeo, Wuhuan, Rouran, and Western Regions in the north;

But where have these lineages gone over time?The blood that flows into the Central Plains, without exception, has become the nourishment of the Central Plains people, allowing this ethnic group to continue to grow.

Just like now, the grassland is newly established. It is true that these herdsmen are Turkic people, but in front of their Turkic self-proclaiming, there is another general self-proclaiming, that is Tang people.If the grassland is truly merged into the Tang Dynasty, then the flow of population and intermarriage will follow. Before the year before last, these herdsmen on the grassland would regard "Turkic people" as their unique label in the Tang Dynasty, but It will not have anything to do with the West Turks. "

After talking so much at once, Wei Zheng felt a little thirsty, so he took out a water bottle from his arms and took a few sips.

After Li Zhi tasted the truth carefully, he cupped his hands to Wei Zheng and said, "What Wei Xiang said is reasonable. Since the Great Tang is the suzerain of the world, it should have the heart and tolerance to accept all rivers. These ethnic groups are first of all the people of the Great Tang, and secondly , are the Turks."

Wei Zheng said with a smile: "His Royal Highness Jin, don't think the old minister's words are unpleasant. At least in terms of magnanimity, you are still incomparable with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. It is the Crown Prince who proposed to reward the grassland herdsmen with the Tang household registration. It is the same as Ji Mi Compared with the current policy, this approach can truly bring the grassland into the territory of the Tang Dynasty!"

Hearing this, Li Zhi smiled wryly.He is very clear about the gap between himself and the emperor's brother. Once upon a time, he really wanted to fight for that position, but now, it has completely faded away.Because he discovered that there were not just one or two people who supported the emperor's brother to inherit the throne.Even Wei Zheng, who is as indifferent as Wei Zheng, has become a clear-cut supporter of the emperor's brother now.

Since we can't compete, then we should honestly be our own King Jin.The emperor's brother succeeded to the throne, and with the title of "Prince", he would not be able to escape no matter what.

Looking at the Yinzhou state capital that has already started to be built in the distance, Li Zhi wondered: "Prairie people have no fixed place to live, why do we have to build a state city here?"

Wei Zheng explained with a smile: "That's because we want the prairie people to gradually recognize the fact that they are Datang people. The appearance of the state capital has given the prairie people who live in no fixed place a fixed place to gather. , the prairie people are no longer so difficult to control.

Whether it's trading or handling disputes, the existence of this city will become a central point of the grassland.

Speaking of which, this was written in a thesis by a graduate of the college.Before that, he was a county magistrate near Yinshan Mountain. Before, when he was an official in the grassland, it was like not being an official. Now, this kid is probably going to be promoted.The governor of Yinzhou is probably him! "

The idea of ​​building a city in the grassland to control the grassland tribes is indeed a bit unconventional.Even Li Zhi couldn't help admiring this senior.

only....

Li Zhi felt a headache when he thought that he would start writing a thesis after he went back.The academy will not be accommodating to him, King Jin, on this point.If you can't write something in the thesis, it is estimated that no matter whether it is the father or the emperor, he will let himself rewrite it.

Thinking of this, Li Zhi bowed his hands to Wei Zhenggong and said, "Wei Xiang, let's stay for a while longer. My king's thesis is going to take the grassland as the theme. If you have any doubts, please give me your advice."

Wei Zheng said with a smile: "It's okay to give advice, but it can't be too much. This year, the thesis review officer of the college has been replaced by a veteran. The veteran will not be lenient to you."

Hearing this sentence, Li Zhi trembled even more, and quickly asked the guards to get his horse, and galloped away on the horse.

Beyond the territory of the Tang Dynasty in Yunzhou—the grassland of the Kumoxi people

Du Ruhui, Changsun Wuji, and Li Ke sat on the chairs, quietly watching the elders of the Kumoxi tribe bowing before them.

The patriarch of Kumoxi has been captured by Zhang Jian and the others, and he was packed and sent to Chang'an with Gao Jianwu. Now the Kumoxi tribe is left behind by those who are unwilling to leave their homes and refuse to go to the other side of the Great Wall of Korea .A Great Wall of Koryo divided Kumoxi into two halves.

In addition to Kumoxi, some tribes of Baiyu and Khitan also appeared here.

The fact that the Turkic tribes in the Eastern Turkic Grassland obtained the household registration of the Tang Dynasty has also spread here.Seeing their neighbors being recognized, they all smiled wryly.

Under the global attack on Tang Dynasty, some of their tribes chose to rebel, but in the end it was implicated in people who hate war like them. I really don't know what to say.

After the tongue man was in place, Li Ke spoke as the person with the highest status on the spot: "Originally, as a tribe that rebelled against the Tang Dynasty, you should all be wiped out. However, since it was not you who crossed the Great Wall and joined forces with the Koreans, this Wang is willing to give you a chance.

This time the king came to the border, in addition to being responsible for taking over your country, he also wanted to attack Shiwei Mohe.Don't be envious of those Turkic tribes who obtained Datang household registration, it is because they have proved their loyalty to Datang with their actions.You are different, because you have not contributed, so Datang has no reason to accept you directly.

This time we are attacking Wei Mohe, the king hopes that you can send troops together.With the achievements of this time, the sins committed by your fellow clan can be offset.As for obtaining the household registration of Datang, it depends on your future performance.

Of course, if you don’t want to join the Tang Dynasty, this king will not force you, and you will not directly kill the killer. You can go north, cross Xue Yantuo, find trouble with the Guligan clan, and lay down the land you need to survive. . "

After the tongue man finished translating, all the chiefs of the various tribes fell to their knees and followed their custom to perform the etiquette of submission.

After listening for a while, the tongue man cupped his hands to Li Ke and said, "My lord, they choose to surrender."

Li Ke nodded in satisfaction. With the addition of their troops, the Tang army will go north to fight, and the losses will be reduced.After all, on the wide grassland, it was a direct battle, there was no city for them to attack, and there was no city for them to defend.

After ordering people to take these chiefs down, Changsun Wuji said to Li Ke with a gloomy face: "The crown prince wants to counterattack Xue Yantuo, and even counterattack the tribe of Tie Leguli cadres. I don't mind. It's just, why did you ask these tribes to help you? Is there no one in our Datang army?"

Li Ke knew that Changsun Wuji didn't like him, so he always wanted to suppress him.But when he thought that the purpose of this old bastard was also for the prince and brother, he didn't want to care too much.

Du Ruhui couldn't help but said on the side: "Auxiliary machine, you have been away from the army for many years, so you can't understand the truth. Xue Yantuo is different from the grasslands of Eastern Turks, because it is too far away from our Tang Dynasty. Xue Yantuo dispatched officials.

This is still the case for Xue Yantuo, let alone the fall of Tie Le's bone cadres.We are not familiar with the place, and we are fighting on the grasslands, our supplies will become very difficult, and we can only make quick decisions.But a quick battle requires a large number of cavalry.The cavalry of our Tang Dynasty mainly supported Gaochang and Fengzhou. Although you have [-] cavalry here, they are good for defense and short-distance combat, but not for long-distance combat.

Because of this, we need these tribes as combat power to make up for it.What's more, these tribes have not yet officially become a part of Datang. With more of them, we can lose fewer people.You have been an iron cock for a long time, why can't you even understand this? "

For Du Ruhui's rescue, Li Ke could only salute.

Looking at Changsun Wuji again, Li Ke said: "Next, it is Du Xiang's business to appease the Turkic tribes in the eastern grassland, and it is my king's business to lead the army to attack Xue Yantuo and Gu Ligan. Mr. Zhao, you should go back to Chang'an as soon as possible. If you don't go back, the world-wide attack on the Tang Dynasty will not be able to start."

Hearing Li Ke's eccentric words, Changsun Wuji really wanted to fight the case, but...

Now Li Ke is the chief commander of the Hokkaido march, and he has been dismissed from his post.Secretly thinking that the prince is confused, why did he give Li Ke the opportunity to take charge of the military power, but for Li Ke, he really has no way to deal with it now.

Standing up angrily, Changsun Wuji didn't even say goodbye, turned around and left.

Seeing the direction in which Changsun Wuji left, Du Ruhui couldn't help but said to Li Ke: "Don't mind, after all, the crown prince is his nephew, and you are an outsider to him. People who don't know the inside story, know that the crown prince is going to If you have military power, you will only think that this is feeding tigers."

Li Ke sighed and said: "Fighting on the battlefield is my lifelong wish. I also know how much Brother Huang has undertaken to let me fulfill this wish. After this battle, I will live in the palace and never show up again. Instead of verbally supporting the emperor, it is better to prove it with actions."

Du Ruhui smiled and said: "There is nothing you can do about it, but before you fade out of the court's view, you can still play freely in this battle. Fight well, and don't embarrass the prince."

Li Ke nodded confidently, and when he looked to the north, his eyes were full of fighting spirit.

Beisha City - outside the city

The three-way army gathered together because this time Silla Baekje attended the meeting, all of them were their kings, and the appearance of Li You also solved the problem of Zhang Liang and others' lack of status.Of course, even if Li You didn't come, Zhang Liang didn't feel that his status was inferior.

Coming across the sea, both Li You and Fang Xuanling were so seasick that they rested for several days so as not to embarrass Datang.

Looking at the decorated negotiation venue, Li You worriedly said to Fang Xuanling: "Isn't it too much for you to make such a big promise? After all, none of us know when we will attack Silla Baekje. "

Fang Xuanling said with a smile: "I'm already sixty-three this year, and I'm starting to fantasize about the days after I become an official. At this time, if you don't use your name to give Datang something, what are you waiting for? The covenant guarantees them , it was Fang Xuanling, the bookmaker of the Tang Dynasty, not the Tang Dynasty.

Silla Baekje is now like a bug under the feet of Datang, which can be trampled to death at any time.And when we officially attack Silla Baekje, the ashes of the old man are probably gone. What is the use of this guarantee? "

Li You laughed and said: "So you think so, it's really bad."