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

Li Shimin looked at his son quietly, and he didn't expect that he would be so profound.

Suddenly Li Shimin realized that his son, who usually loved to play tricks, had actually been making long-term plans for the Tang Dynasty.

From the small surrounding countries at the beginning, to Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla later, and then Tubo and Western Turks, this time he considered further, the Arab Empire thousands of miles away.

His son has been working silently for the Tang Dynasty, and outsiders are unaware of what he has done.

"Aye, even though that time may still be several years or even decades away, we can't wait.

All threats must be nipped in the bud.

We cannot leave any hidden dangers for future generations, especially from a powerful enemy like the Arab Empire."

Seeing Li Shen looking at him, Li Shen thought that Li Shimin thought he was worrying too much, so he explained.

There is no permanent dynasty. Li Shen just wanted the Tang Dynasty to last a little longer.

Except for the Zhou Dynasty, the fate of all Chinese dynasties was three hundred years.

It's like a curse that no matter how glorious the dynasty is, it cannot escape.

“Old Ten, you are right. We cannot leave hidden dangers for future generations. We must eliminate the threats as much as possible.

What are you going to do?

Or is it the same trick of sowing discord? "

His son has always used this method to deal with foreign countries, but it is indeed effective.

"That's right, it's still the old way, sowing discord, secretly supporting a force, and letting them waste their national strength.

Aye, it has been said in the confession that the Hashim family was originally the family of their prophet.

That prophet founded a sect and a country, which was no different from a founding emperor.

They combine politics and religion, just like India.

After the death of the prophet, conflicts arose within the religion and it was divided into two groups.

Currently their caliph is from another family sect and has different opinions from the Hashemite family.

Their caliph also abused his power for personal gain and promoted members of his own family.

This also caused dissatisfaction among many Muslims, and they spontaneously formed several opposition organizations.

The largest family here is the Hashemite family. I plan to contact the Hashemite family through those businessmen.

They are secretly contacting several resistance organizations and the remnants of other countries they have occupied.

It will definitely cause their country to fall into internal strife, and then it is very likely that they will be torn apart.

We don’t have to worry about them attacking us.”

Li Shen had already thought of it before he came. Although this strategy is very old-fashioned, countless politicians have been using this method for thousands of years.

It is very applicable whether it is to split a country or to consume a country.

To put it simply, it means finding an opponent for your enemy to constantly consume you, and you just need to provide some help when the opponent is weak.

This help can be free or paid. While consuming your opponents, you can also make a lot of money.

After listening to Li Shen's strategy, Li Shimin nodded. It was old-fashioned but brilliant. Even if some Caliph of the Arabs knew about it, he would be helpless.

This is an open conspiracy, taking advantage of people's greed. Even if the survivors of the destroyed country know that they are being taken advantage of,

They would be willing to do so because they want to restore their country.

Even if the Hashemite family knew that they were being used, they would still be willing to do so because they wanted to compete for the position of caliph.

"What good can you get out of it?"

Li Shimin asked with a smile.

"Aye, for the future of the Tang Dynasty, it doesn't matter what's good or bad.

As a member of the Tang Dynasty royal family, it is my duty to do something for the Tang Dynasty.

Nor is it Wang Aye who granted me the status of a prince."

Li Shen's words sounded righteous, but when Li Shimin heard them, he sneered.

It would be strange to believe you.

Li Shimin first took a sip of tea, then leaned back in his chair and said disdainfully:

"Back then, you said the same thing about Goguryeo, but what happened? You tricked me into taking out one million strings of cash and said it was a partnership to make money.

But you didn't spend a penny, but used my money to make money, and finally you even give me a share. No, you got more than me.

You said the same thing about Tubo, but in the end, how many cattle and sheep did you earn from Tubo?

You still say this this time, do you know that the outside world calls you a devil?"

"What? Evil ghost? Which bastard slandered me like this? If I knew, I would skin him alive.

Aye, I am a good person, an upright gentleman. Every year, I give out porridge. The tent I build in Prince Ji’s mansion is the biggest, and we give out the most porridge.

Wherever there is a disaster, my Ji Wang Mansion will lend a helping hand. Even if I can't be called a living Bodhisattva, I can at least be a great philanthropist, right?

How can someone still say that I am a demon? This is outrageous, outrageous. "

When Li Shen heard this, he became furious and stood up angrily.

Some people actually say that they are devils and evil spirits. Isn’t this deliberately discrediting themselves?

If he finds out about this, he will definitely teach them a lesson.

When the time comes, let them see what a real devil is and what a real evil ghost is.

"Okay, sit down. Stay calm. You look so impatient."

Li Shimin glanced at Li Shen, and Li Shen could only sit down obediently, and then he continued to speak:

“Not to mention the outside world, even the court doesn’t have a very good opinion of you, and all officials keep their distance from you.

You have been cheating and persecuting those noble families for many years, so they certainly won't give you a good evaluation."

"So it was those people from the noble families who said that. Humph, it seems that the lesson we gave them was not enough."

Li Shen snorted coldly, with ruthlessness in his eyes.

“The noble families have been forbearing over the years. Their power in the court has weakened a lot, but in the outside world they have begun to adapt to your business rules over the years.

Follow the rules and accumulate wealth slowly.

After all, they have been passed down for thousands of years, and the resources they have are unmatched by other merchants.

Even if they don’t use force and do business in an honest way, they are bigger than others.”

Li Shimin has always been paying attention to the movements of aristocratic families and gentry, unlike Li Shen, who would ignore you if you don't provoke me.

"So what does Aye mean? Do you want me to do something against them?"

"That's not necessary. It's not convenient for you to take action without an excuse. They are behaving well now and haven't done anything wrong.

If you attack them, you will arouse fear from all sides, which will not benefit you or the royal family."

Hearing Li Shen's words, Li Shimin shook his head.

Many things require an excuse. You can't do them without reason, otherwise other people will think you are a lunatic and everyone will unite to deal with you.

"Okay, if there's nothing else, just go away. I'm not comfortable with you here.

Remember your name, be careful with your words and actions, and don't cause trouble again."