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

It is not surprising that Li Zhi did not know these secrets.

When Li Shen first mentioned this plan, the only people present were senior officials from the three provinces and Tang Jian, the Minister of Civil Affairs.

If it weren't for the fact that Tang Jian's Ministry of Civil Affairs continued to cooperate with this, even Tang Jian would not be qualified to know.

From ancient times to the present, whether in feudal dynasties or in today’s society, state secrets always come first.

Especially when it comes to seeking to take over other countries, as the emperor, Li Shimin would of course like the fewer people who knew about it the better.

Although the top leaders of these centers have their own families and represent the interests of all parties, when the interests of the country and the interests of the family do not conflict,

They are still very responsible.

The expansion of the country's territory is also of great benefit to the development and growth of their family.

Moreover, in ancient times, leaking state secrets was equivalent to treason and was considered treason.

The lighter ones would be executed, while the heavier ones would have their property confiscated and their families exterminated. It was much more severe than the modern ones.

So let alone Li Zhi, even few people in the six central ministries knew about it.

Li Zhi was extremely shocked when he heard Li Tai's words. He really thought that it was his father who was in charge of the plan.

Li Chengqian and Li Zhi went to fight Goguryeo just to give the crown prince some military merits and gild their reputation.

Preparing for the influence of future successors in the military is a way of getting a bargain.

At that time, he still didn't understand why the prince was allowed to be gilded and why Li Shen was made the commander-in-chief.

Now he understood that the culprit behind all this was Li Shen.

"Brother, why don't I know about this?

Have you never heard other ministers in the court mention it?

The surrounding small countries have already surrendered, and most of Goguryeo has been conquered. This matter should no longer be a secret.

But why is there still no news, and why was it not mentioned when the rewards were given out?"

Li Zhi frowned, looking puzzled.

He was not unaware of these secrets.

"Zhi Nu, you were still young at the time, so it's normal that you didn't know. I only learned about it from Duke Zhao.

As for why Li Shen was not mentioned when rewarding people for their merits, this was also what Li Shen requested when he wrote the victory report.

After careful consideration, Aye agreed with Li Shen's approach.

The prince's eastern expedition was to establish his prestige, especially his prestige in the army.

Expanding territory is the best proof.

But if Li Shen's achievements were to be made public, at least half of the credit would go to Li Shen.

Li Shen took the initiative to give up his credit and retire from the throne, which not only catered to Aye's wishes, but also did the prince a favor.

If you and I were like this, would we be able to do it?"

Sometimes Li Tai really admired his younger brother. Li Shen could give up all the contributions made in expanding the territory, which was a huge wealth.

Li Zhi fell silent after hearing this. Li Tai was right. If it were them, they would never give up such a credit.

Not to mention that they want to compete for the throne, even ordinary princes would not give up such a great achievement as expanding the territory.

This will go down in history and be remembered forever. No one would give up such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

People live for fame and fortune, isn't it?

Even a minister like Wei Zheng, Duke of Zheng, who dared to speak out against the emperor, also cared about his own fame and fortune.

Are there really people in this world who don’t care about fame and fortune?

Looking at the silent Li Zhi, Li Tai smiled slightly:

"Why? Do you find it hard to believe?

When I first heard about this, I had the same thought as you.

How could anyone in this world be willing to give up such enormous wealth?

Even if he does not want to compete for the throne, with this achievement, both his reputation and his position in the court will be at their peak in the future.

He doesn't want anything, so what is he trying to achieve by offering such advice? "

"Yeah, what exactly does Fourth Brother want? Is he trying to please Aye?"

Li Zhi also felt the same way. You don't want anything, but you work so hard. What are you trying to gain?

"Haha, Chi Nu, this is Li Shen's brilliance, he sees things more clearly than the rest of us.

And he knows how to make choices.

Duke Zhao said that Li Shen deceived Aye into joining his gang and used Aye's own one million strings of cash to stir up trouble in Goguryeo.

Moreover, he did not spend a penny and still earned more than one million strings of cash.

He made a surprising move at a critical moment for the crown prince, helping him to easily capture most of Goguryeo's territory.

However, there was no mention of this in the victory report, in order to please Aye and make the prince owe him a favor.

He gained fame and money in front of his father and the prince. He gained both fame and fortune.

He doesn't care about the outside world's evaluation of him, because it doesn't help him at all.

The only one who can truly help him is the emperor.

Li Shen sees deeper and more clearly than any of us. He is simply a demon. "

Li Tai couldn't help but complain in the end.

At that time, he was still a popular candidate, and Changsun Wuji, as his uncle, was also able to get along with everyone.

He was told a lot of things, including the matter of Li Shen.

He found it unbelievable after hearing it. Li Shen was only a teenager at that time, but he had such deep scheming and foresight, which surprised him.

Listening to Li Tai's generous praise for Li Shen, Li Zhi suddenly felt a sense of loss.

He and Li Shen are the same age. When Li Shen left the palace to do business and make money, he was still in the Imperial College. When Li Shen was serving the country, he was still in the Imperial College.

Is the gap between me and Li Shen so huge?

Nowadays, others have huge fortunes, but I have nothing.

No, it’s not that I have nothing. I had money and soldiers. It was Li Shen who made me lose everything.

As Li Zhi thought of this, his eyes gradually became determined.

“Okay, I told you so much today because I want to tell you not to provoke Li Shen easily in the future.

You are weak and alone now, and it will not be worth it to offend Li Shen.

I don't want to see my brother being bullied by Li Shen."

After saying this, Li Tai walked out of the palace.

"Thank you for your teachings today, Brother. I am very grateful. He will definitely come to thank you."

Li Zhi bowed. Read Tomato Novels for free.

"No need to be grateful, we are brothers. Come to my house some other day and we will have a drink together."

Li Tai waved his hand and left gracefully.

Li Zhi took a long time to look away and glanced at Li Yifu who had not left yet.

“Don’t worry, if Li Shen seeks revenge on you, I will naturally protect you.

I just don't believe that he can still cover the sky with one hand in Chang'an City?

You go back now, I want to go to the harem to visit my mother.

If you have anything to say, wait until I return home to discuss it."

"Thank you, Your Highness Prince Jin. I will take my leave now."

Li Yifu bowed and left, but his face looked a little uneasy.

It is impossible to say that Li Yifu is not afraid. Now he is in a difficult position and Duke Zhao is very dissatisfied with him.

Prince Ji even threatened him, making him terrified.