I am Li Shen and Li Shimin, the free kings of the Tang Dynasty

Li Chengqian was also very impressed when he heard Li Shen's words.

This younger brother sometimes does have different ideas from theirs.

They were not as thoughtful as Li Shen in many details.

In fact, if we really compare how to govern a country, or handle government affairs, or chart the direction of the country, ten Li Shens are no match for one Li Chengqian.

Li Shen relied only on the hindsight knowledge of later generations, and now it was just like squeezing toothpaste, squeezing out less and less.

To put it bluntly, Li Chengqian learned the great principles, while Li Shen only knew some minor ones.

“In that case, why don’t you tell us about the Dao Sect as well?

The treatment in Taoism is the same as that in Buddhism.

Since Buddhism has its own problems, doesn't Taoism have any?"

Li Shimin asked again.

"Of course, there are also future troubles for the Taoist sect. However, as long as the imperial court takes great measures to manage the Buddhist sect, taking over the fields, the land, and the property,

Execute some monks who committed crimes.

When the time comes, we will publicize it in the newspapers and explain why the court did so.

Hehe, scare them to death.

We can find a few Taoist temples that know the current situation as representatives and ask them to donate all the things that they shouldn't have to the court.

Aye issued another decree to praise him and gave him some useless title or something.

By then, won't all the Taoist sects in the world follow suit?"

Li Shen grinned evilly, it is always unpleasant to rob, only when you take the initiative to contribute and collect it will you feel at ease.

"But what if they don't hand it over?"

Li Chengqian asked back.

"No?" Li Shen was stunned, then gritted his teeth and continued:

"Brother, evil cults are rampant nowadays, misleading the people, seeking personal gain, and causing harm to the people.

Of course the court could not sit idly by.

We must kill all these evil followers to protect the safety of the people."

killed?

Sure enough, Li Chengqian thought that Li Shen would definitely do so.

Isn't this killing innocent people?

"Okay, then do as you say."

Li Shimin didn't think there was anything wrong with it, but instead appreciated it even more.

"Well, Father, with so many temples being confiscated this time, the court may not have enough manpower. I am willing to take charge of this matter and help you share your worries.

I will definitely give Aye a satisfactory explanation."

Li Shen volunteered and said sincerely.

"Forget it. Your Highness Prince Ji is very busy with affairs of state. You don't need to worry about such a small matter of the court.

Besides, you are injured and have difficulty moving. I cannot let you suffer so much."

Li Shimin refused without even raising his eyelids.

Li Shen did not give up and tried hard to get up.

"Father, I have learned a lot from your teachings today and I have decided to change my ways.

Aye has always wanted my son to participate in political affairs and share the worries of the court. This matter was proposed by my son, and it is most appropriate for me to carry it out.

Please give me this chance, Aye."

Li Shen almost knelt down to beg.

Even Li Chengqian could see Li Shen's sincerity.

“Father, since the tenth brother wants to share the worries of the court, why not let him handle this matter.

This matter was originally proposed by the tenth brother, who is the most familiar with it.

It is more convenient for him to do it than for others.”

Li Chengqian also pleaded.

After hearing this, Li Shimin glanced at Li Chengqian, then turned back to look at Li Shen.

Li Shen stretched his neck, his eyes full of desire and anticipation.

A smile appeared on Li Shimin's face.

It worked, Li Shen was secretly happy.

As a result, Li Shimin spat out two words, "No."

"Uh..." Li Shen was confused.

Li Chengqian was also a little confused.

"Hmph, what are you looking at! Do you think I don't know what you are planning?" Li Shimin snorted coldly.

"Aye... I... I don't have any plans, haha, haha."

Li Shen laughed awkwardly twice.

Li Shimin ignored Li Shen, pointed at Li Shen, turned around and said to Li Chengqian:

"Gao Ming, do you still want this greedy guy to be responsible for confiscating the temple's property?

If he went, the court would be lucky to get half of the property.

The final result might be at most 30%.

You must remember in the future: don't let him do anything related to money.

The outside families all call him - the evil ghost."

"What? Evil ghost?

Which bastard gave me this bad name?

When I find out, I will skin him, pull out his tendons, fry him in oil, chop him up and mix him with feces to make fertilizer! !

Let him never be reborn! ! "

When Li Shen heard the name "evil ghost", he lost control and lay there roaring.

Li Chengqian finally reacted after hearing what Li Shimin said.

That's right, I forgot about Li Shen's character. My younger brother is the most greedy for money.

If he were to do this, it would be hard to say how much money would be left for the court in the end.

Thinking of this, Li Chengqian couldn't help but sigh in his heart, Father really understands his tenth brother.

Li Shen cursed for a while before he calmed down, but there was a hint of pity in the look he gave Li Shimin.

“Aye, I contributed the most to the confiscation of Buddhist finances this time. I estimate that all the money confiscated is probably more than the annual tax revenue of the Ministry of Civil Affairs.

You see I've contributed so much, can you give me a little reward?

Just a little bit is enough.”

Li Shen looked at his father pitifully, like a puppy begging for food.

If he wasn't injured, Li Shen would have wanted to go down and do a somersault or roll over for his father.

Li Shimin was indifferent to Li Shen's pitiful appearance.

"Isn't this what you should do? Besides, the temple's money originally belonged to the court, so of course it should belong to the court.

I can't let you embezzle the treasury's money, so you'd better give up on this idea."

Li Shen was immediately disappointed. He didn't expect his father to react so quickly.

He wanted to take this opportunity to make a small fortune, since all the items were confiscated.

I heard there are many rare items, including golden magical instruments and the like.

He took the opportunity to embezzle a few things, but as for money, Li Shencai was unwilling to take such dirt.

As a result, his idea was guessed in advance by Li Shimin, who ruthlessly rejected him.

"Your Majesty, the Queen said that we can have our meal now."

A maid reported outside the door.

"it is good."

Li Shimin agreed and stood up.

Li Shen was helped to the dining hall by several eunuchs.

Li Shen finished the meal with his legs hunched over. It was uncomfortable to stand, and he couldn't even sit down.

After eating a few bites, Li Shen asked to leave.

Because he found that his butt was starting to hurt.

Several eunuchs helped Li Shen out of the palace. Li Shen lay in his carriage. The first thing he did was to go out of the city to Dongshan Medical College.

He felt his buttocks were getting more and more painful, and it was a burning pain.

The carriage sped towards the east gate, and people got out of the way wherever it passed.

It was common for Prince Ji's carriage to rush around recklessly.

Even the guards at the gate saw Prince Ji's carriage from afar and hurriedly drove away the people at the city gate.

When the carriage passed through the city gate, one could faintly hear Prince Ji's pain coming from the carriage.

"Hurry up, hurry up, I am dying.

Speed ​​up. "

(Happy Chinese Valentine's Day, everyone.)