Chapter 36
He took a deep breath and decided to test the strength and temperament of those strong men first. So, he carefully called out a strong man, fearing that they would have a bad temper and be difficult to control. With a flash of golden light, a tall golden figure instantly appeared in front of him. The powerful aura seemed to lower the sky. He couldn't help but take a few steps back, his eyes widened in vigilance, and the golden threads on his body The soft armor was shining with dazzling light at this moment, as if it was ready to deal with possible challenges at any time.
"Master!" The golden light suddenly converged, and a muscular man stood in front of him, with a simple and honest smile on his face, and his eyes were full of loyalty and admiration for him, that pure His loyalty warmed his heart.
"Huh? It's not scary at all for being so docile!" He didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but the joy in his heart could not be concealed. This strong man's loyalty and honesty made him feel relieved. He knew that this would be his effective assistant.
In order to further confirm the characteristics of these strong men, he summoned a second strong man. The golden light shone again, and the second Hercules appeared in front of him. He was like a twin brother with the first one, identical in both body shape and temperament.
It suddenly dawned on him: "They may not have their own thoughts and will only act according to orders. They will neither rebel nor raise any questions." This characteristic undoubtedly made him worry a lot, at least he did not have to worry that they would become Variables that are difficult to control.
"This is good, it saves a lot of trouble." He thought to himself, and already had a preliminary plan in his mind on how to use this power. He knew that although these strong men were powerful, they would never move rashly without his orders, just like his hands and feet, completely obeying his command.
"With this divine power, I naturally have to make good use of it..." He smiled slyly, already thinking about it, "Let's go harvest the crops first. But it's not the time yet. Let's talk about it in two days." After saying that, he waved his hand gently, and those strong men turned into streaks of golden light and returned to the storage space.
And he yawned, mounted his horse and leisurely returned to Cheng Mansion. In the back garden, he strolled, arranging the scattered flowers and plants, feeling their vitality under his fingertips. As the night grew darker, he finally couldn't resist the invasion of sleepiness, climbed onto the bed, and fell into sleep.
At this time, the study in the palace was brightly lit. Li Shimin frowned, the book in his hand had been put aside, his face was full of doubts and confusion. "Have you really found out? There is no warehouse over there?" he asked.
Changsun Wuji stepped forward and reported with a solemn expression: "Your Majesty, I personally went to the forest and conducted a thorough search. I dug three feet into the ground and could not find any trace of the warehouse."
"Then Where did the food come from?" Li Shimin stroked his beard and fell into thought, "Did it fall from the sky?" There was a hint of joking in his tone, but it was more about the sudden source of food. of deep curiosity and inquiry.
This has to be done slowly, don't be anxious, you have to do a good job of summing up. For the people of the Tang Dynasty, it was a great thing for good people to donate food. Li Shimin sighed, with a bit of doubt on his face, and there seemed to be endless thoughts hidden in his deep eyes. He was sitting on the dragon chair, his posture upright, and the golden threads on his dragon robe shimmered under the candlelight, making him look particularly solemn.
However, the corners of his mouth were slightly raised, and the smile could not be hidden, like a ray of warm sunshine in spring, warm but not dazzling. In fact, he was like a mirror in his mind, everything was clear to him. Those grains were not conjured out of thin air, nor were they in Qian Dashan's own warehouse. They were all made by that boy Li Qingge, or rather by that woman. When he thought of Li Qingge, Li Shimin's eyes became filled with admiration and curiosity.
Li Qingge, that woman who always carries a bit of mystery, acts in a low-key manner, but is always able to stand up in times of crisis in the Tang Dynasty. Li Shimin was amazed by her wisdom and courage. As for how Li Qingge collected so much food, Li Shimin couldn't figure it out. But one thing is certain, as long as it is handled by Li Qingge, it will definitely not be harmful to Datang.
"If we insist on not allowing the investigation, everyone will become suspicious. Even if we give a death order, someone will still investigate secretly in private." Li Shimin thought to himself, with a deep wisdom in his eyes. He knows that the more concealed some things are, the more likely they are to arouse people's suspicion.
"How about this, let's investigate secretly and let them do it. In the end, the investigation will be in vain." Li Shimin smiled, feeling as stable as a mountain. His smile showed both his trust in Li Qingge and his firm belief in the future of Datang.
In the court, Changsun Wuji felt disappointed when he heard that His Majesty did not seem to be planning to trace the source of food. He felt that the origin of this food was unknown and might be related to the previous dynasty, so he had to get to the bottom of it. He cupped his fists and begged for help, his eyes shining like a hungry cheetah eager to catch its prey.
"Your Majesty, I request you to investigate this matter thoroughly and find out whether there is any connection between Qian Dashan and the previous dynasty." Changsun Wuji's voice was firm and powerful, and his eyes revealed An unyielding persistence.
However, Li Shimin just smiled faintly and did not directly respond to his request. This made Changsun Wuji's heart go cold. He felt as if he had been poured cold water on his heart.
But Li Shimin then secretly summoned him and asked him to investigate secretly. Changsun Wuji felt so happy, as if the dark clouds had dispersed and the sun shone into his heart again. He immediately ran to a place under the bright sun in the suburbs and found a small forest. He thought this might be a place where food was hidden. He quickly asked people to excavate, and also hired some experts who knew civil engineering to survey the ground, trying to find a large warehouse for storing grain.
However, after working for a long time, I found nothing. The grove is just a grove, nothing special about it. Changsun Wuji was stunned. He stood there blankly, looking at the desolate grove, and his doubts became more serious. He looked around and saw a wilderness. Only this small forest could hide food. But there were no ruts on the ground, no traces of transportation, and not even a grain of grain could be seen. Did this food come by flying?
Changsun Wuji smiled bitterly, feeling that he was so naive. How could food fall from the sky? He shook his head and smiled bitterly, as if he was laughing at his own ignorance and naivety.
Actually, what he didn't know was that although the food didn't fall from the sky, it seemed like rain when it was transported out. It poured directly into the car, just like it fell from the sky. It was Li Qingge who used her wisdom and magical system to bring food together from all over the place, as if it was a magical magic show.
Changsun Wuji was completely at his wits end now. He was lonely and disappointed. He felt as if he was a voyager lost in the vast sea, unable to find any direction or goal.
"Thank you for your hard work, Aiqing. Let's go back and rest first. I heard that Mr. Qian Dashan is also donating food. You can check it out then." Li Shimin smiled and looked calm. His smile was like a spring breeze, warm and genial, which made Changsun Wuji feel a little comforted.
“As you command, Your Majesty.” Although Changsun Wuji was disappointed, he felt hopeful again when he heard that Qian Dashan wanted to donate food. He is just the tip of the iceberg, there are definitely more clues behind it. He was full of confidence and vowed to find out everything. There was a firm determination and perseverance in his eyes.
Li Shimin looked at his leaving figure and smiled even happier. "This boy Li Qingge, no, this woman, is really the lucky star of the Tang Dynasty. In the blink of an eye, the food is piled up like a mountain. What she said sounds like it can meet all the needs of the Tang Dynasty. But how did she Could it be that..."
Halfway through his words, Li Shimin's expression suddenly changed, as if he thought of something terrible. There was a kind of fear and uneasiness in his eyes, as if he had seen an unimaginable horrific sight. In the end, he was so frightened that he panicked. He felt as if he was enveloped by an invisible force and could not break free.
"Here comes someone!" he shouted, with a sense of urgency and anxiety in his voice. He felt as if he was a man who was about to face disaster and needed to find a life-saving straw.
"Your Majesty?" The guards came in response. They looked at Li Shimin's anxious look and felt a little uneasy in their hearts. They knew that His Majesty must be in a very bad mood at this time.
"Prepare the car and go to Cheng Mansion!" Li Shimin said hurriedly, with a kind of panic and anxiety that could not be concealed in his voice. He felt as if he was about to lose control and urgently needed to find Li Qingge to stabilize the situation.
"Which Cheng Mansion?" The guards were confused. They didn't know why His Majesty went to Cheng Mansion, let alone which Cheng Mansion it was.
"General Li Qingge's residence!" Li Shimin added, with an unquestionable firmness and determination in his voice. He knew that he had to find Li Qingge, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous.
In the blink of an eye, the carriage rushed out of the palace gate like lightning. The guards were all stunned. They looked at each other, not knowing what was happening. Shouldn't Your Majesty take a rest now? Why are you suddenly in a hurry to leave the palace? And the honor guard is so simple, there must be something urgent. They were filled with doubts and speculations.
When they arrived at Cheng Mansion, Li Qingge was sleeping soundly. She dreamed that she was walking in a golden wheat field, and the sun was shining warmly on her body. Suddenly, a loud noise broke her dream.
"Your Majesty is here!" the housekeeper shouted in fright, and he was in a hurry. He did not expect that His Majesty would come unexpectedly, and did not even have time to inform him. This etiquette is all messed up. He was filled with fear and uneasiness.
When the servants in the mansion heard this, they were all so frightened that they knelt on the ground and did not dare to express their anger. They knew His Majesty's majesty and power and did not dare to show any slight or offence. The entire mansion fell into a dead silence.
Li Shimin strode in. His face was solemn, and his eyes revealed a kind of eagerness and anxiety. Before everyone could get up to salute, he had already arrived at the door of Li Qingge's bedroom. His heart was full of expectations and trust for Li Qingge, hoping that she could give him a satisfactory answer.
"Which song is this from?" The housekeeper and the others turned pale with fright, wondering if Li Qingge had offended His Majesty, and His Majesty came to question him personally. They were filled with worry and fear, not knowing what would happen next. In the bedroom, Li Qingge was awakened. She jumped out of bed and quickly saluted: "Your Majesty." But she was secretly complaining in her heart, thinking that your Majesty is really good at picking the time. He can't even let you have a good dream. Done.
Li Qingge rubbed his sleepy eyes, feeling quite unhappy in his heart, but he still tried his best to maintain his appearance
What kind of drama is this? The housekeeper and the others turned pale with fright, and secretly wondered whether it was Li Qingge who had offended His Majesty, so that His Majesty came to question him in person. Their hearts are filled with worry and fear, and they have no idea of what will happen in the future. In the bedroom, Li Qingge was awakened. She sat up from the bed suddenly and quickly saluted: "Your Majesty." But she complained secretly in her heart, feeling that His Majesty really knew how to choose time and would not let anyone have a complete dream. over.
Ouch, people are talking about Li Shimin, saying how could he be so rude? How urgent could it be to break into Li Qingge's house in the middle of the night? She rubbed her sleepy eyes, feeling quite unhappy, but she still tried her best to maintain a polite smile on the surface. Li Shimin always looks calm on weekdays, but today he looks so impatient, which is really rare.
"Even if there is an emergency, it's so late at night that people should have a good sleep, right?" Li Qingge muttered to himself, but did not say it out loud. Li Shimin frowned slightly when he saw her expression, but quickly regained his composure. It seemed that this kind of thing was a common occurrence for him. Then, he frowned, sat down on the chair, and began to meditate. His deep eyes seemed to be able to see everything in the world.
"Is it really such a big deal? Li Shimin was famously a ruthless character when he was conquering the world. It's definitely not easy to change his face." Li Qingge thought to himself, his eyes involuntarily falling on On his frown, he tried to get some clues.
"Why did he come to me?" Li Qingge finally couldn't help asking, with a hint of doubt and dissatisfaction in his voice.
"Is it a rebellion of alien races on the border? But those things are still early, there is no rush now." She guessed, trying to find answers from various recent events.
"Or are the people going to rebel? Although the current situation is tense, the recent natural disasters are not that serious, and I have stabilized the people's hearts with food in advance. It shouldn't be." She continued to speculate, but she became more and more confused.
"Is it possible that the masters in the world don't listen to the court and want to cause trouble?" Her mind was like a revolving lantern, with all kinds of speculations coming to her mind one after another.
Li Shimin seemed calm, but sweat still broke out on his forehead. He sighed and said: "The Tang Dynasty is really full of disasters, natural and man-made disasters, one after another! If you hadn't been in advance Warning, I really can’t believe it. But you’re right every time, so it’s definitely true this time.”
"What do you mean when you say that food is used to solve civil unrest? Do you mean that distributing food to various states is not just for disaster relief, but also to prevent civil unrest in advance?" Li Shimin suddenly seemed to think of something, and a gleam of light flashed in his eyes. It was as if I had caught a clue.
"This boy really thinks far ahead, I feel ashamed!" Li Qingge sighed in his heart, Li Shimin's deep scheming is indeed admirable.
"Your Majesty came to me so late, do you have anything to tell me?" Li Qingge cupped his hands and looked at him with confusion, trying to capture some useful information from his expression.
"It's okay, I just came to see you and have a chat." Li Shimin replied with a smile, looking very relaxed, as if he really just came to chat.
"I think your Majesty must have some doubts in his mind, but they have been solved now. In the name of Qian Dashan, I am spreading food everywhere and the warehouses are full. If there is any disaster, we can also Relieve the people quickly." Li Qingge said this deliberately. So he said, but in fact he was sighing in his heart: "Li Shimin, you are not young anymore. It's time for you to make your own decisions. Don't ask me about anything. Although I have some ability, I can't say it casually. You don't know how to be forbearing. It’s hard, but it’s better to ask less.”
Li Shimin put away his smile and said lightly: "Recently, people watching Tiansi said that there are visions in the sky, saying that there will be disasters in the Tang Dynasty within two years. I am very worried." Although his voice was calm, Li Qingge You can feel the anxiety in his heart. "Don't worry, Your Majesty. Who can say for sure about the celestial phenomena? It can only give us a warning. No one can say whether it is good or bad. Don't take it too seriously." Li Qingge She comforted him with a smile on her face, but she was muttering in her heart: "Disaster? Humph, it's not just a disaster, you don't even know it's coming. I've earned this food with so much hard work." , not just for any disaster."
After hearing her words, Li Shimin felt much better and said with a smile: "All this you did is for Datang. Okay, even if what I said was a bit harsh, it was because I cared about the country, so I can forgive him." His voice was gentle and sincere, which made Li Qingge feel warm.
"Guan Tiansi also mentioned things like Mars falling and hens turning into roosters. I wonder what kind of disaster it foreshadows? Is it drought, flood or earthquake?" Li Shimin's eyes were full of expectation, but he was actually testing her. There was a hint of urgency in his words, and he obviously took this matter very seriously.
Li Qingge smiled bitterly and secretly cursed in his heart: "Li Shimin, Li Shimin, this question is too difficult for you, isn't it? I'm not a god, how can I understand these mysterious things? Books like push back pictures, read again What can I do? The more I know, the more troubles I will have!" She shook her head and pretended to be helpless: "Your Majesty, I don't know about this matter. The celestial phenomena are mysterious and unpredictable. Who can say? Are you sure?”
Li Shimin looked at her, a trace of disappointment flashed in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. He stood up, patted Li Qingge on the shoulder, and said: "Forget it, this matter is not urgent. You have done so much for Datang, I know it. It's getting late, so you should rest early. ”
Li Qingge nodded, looking at Li Shimin’s leaving back, a burst of complicated emotions surged in his heart. This man was responsible for the fate of the entire Tang Dynasty, and every decision he made affected thousands of people. And although she is just a woman, she is also doing her part for Datang in her own way. Thinking of this, she couldn't help but feel proud and satisfied.
The night was getting darker, Li Qingge was lying on the bed, looking at the starry sky outside the window, with mixed feelings in his heart. The appearance of Li Shimin made her realize that the situation in Datang was far more complicated than she imagined. And for her, as a woman, she could do her part for the Tang Dynasty in these troubled times, and her life was considered to be in vain. Thinking of this, she smiled slightly, closed her eyes, and fell into sleep. In her dream, she seemed to see the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty, the people living and working in peace and contentment, and a peaceful scene. And she also found her own place and value in this prosperous age.
She has already understood the laws of the world, and the future of the Li family of the Tang Dynasty is as clear in her eyes as the lines on the palm of her hand. For those divination techniques such as pushing back diagrams, she only regarded them as trivial and trivial skills. Li Qingge, this seemingly ordinary woman who possesses extraordinary power, can always observe the changes in everything in the world with an unworldly attitude.
At this moment, she stood in front of Li Shimin, witnessing the sudden change in his expression, she couldn't help but snicker secretly in her heart. Li Shimin shouted in surprise: "This man? Can he predict the future?" But soon, his surprise was replaced by a kind of relief, and he murmured to himself: "No wonder he can predict all the affairs of our Datang Dynasty so accurately. , This is really the blessing of our Tang Dynasty!”
Li Shimin's expression returned to calm, and he said gently to Li Qingge: "You can speak out and help me solve my problems." After saying that, his smile became even brighter, and it seemed to contain endless expectations and encouragement, which made Li Qingge unable to bear it. I just want to say a few more words.
She had a sweet smile on her face and looked respectful, but she was muttering secretly in her heart. She said: "Your Majesty, does your Majesty know? The sparks in the sky suddenly shone, dragging a long tail. People regarded it as an ominous sign. However, now that it has disappeared, I think this is actually a symbol of the dispersion of the disaster."
She paused deliberately, observing Li Shimin's reaction. Sure enough, he was deeply attracted by her words, with a bit of curiosity and expectation in his eyes. She continued: "Furthermore, the hen turns into a rooster, the yin and yang are reversed, the winter becomes warmer and the summer becomes cooler. These are all omens of good luck! Your Majesty's blessings are all over the sky, attracting auspicious light. It is really gratifying and congratulatory!" , she saluted again to show respect.
Li Shimin was so surprised and speechless after hearing these words. He thought to himself that this person's compliments were really top-notch and made people feel happy when they heard them. Even if he knew that she was deliberately complimenting, he couldn't help but feel proud. His eyes shone with a complicated light, showing both joy and confusion.
At this moment, a mysterious voice suddenly sounded in Li Shimin's ears, conveying to him a prophecy about the future. The voice was low and powerful, as if coming from the sky: "Emperors like to hear good words, this is a common problem. But history will not deceive people. In the next two years, the Yellow River will overflow and cause disasters, and continuous heavy rain will make the states and counties along the coast miserable." Immediately afterwards, the Yellow River will suddenly dry up, the land will crack, the crops will wither, and the people will lose their harvest. The aliens will take the opportunity to invade, and people will starve to death outside Chang'an City. The scene will be terrible."
Li Shimin's face instantly turned pale as paper, and he stood frozen in place as if struck by lightning. Li Qingge gently brushed the folds on his sleeves and sighed inwardly. She knew that although Li Shimin had outstanding achievements, he was only a mortal after all, not a god. Everyone makes mistakes, and all she does is try her best to make up for those mistakes.
She looked at Li Shimin, his eyes were full of shock and uneasiness. He covered his chest with his hand and murmured to himself: "How could I have fallen to this point? There are hungry people everywhere outside the city, but I, out of vanity, decorated the foreign envoys with lights and decorations? This is really not what I am doing. What we should do." He asked himself, filled with self-blame and regret.
Li Qingge stood quietly aside, watching Li Shimin clenched his fists, and swore firmly: "I swear! I will never do such a ridiculous thing again in my life!" His voice was full of determination and determination. Firm, as if swearing an oath to heaven and earth.
Then he thought about the flooding of the Yellow River. He sighed and said: "This problem with the Yellow River is really a thorny matter! It is like a sharp sword hanging over our heads and may fall at any time." His eyes flashed with helplessness and worry, as if He was telling the world his helplessness and worries.
Although his heart was full of worry and helplessness, Li Shimin still said to Li Qingge with a forced smile: "What Cheng Qing said is absolutely true. This is the luck of the Tang Dynasty and a sign of good fortune!" However, his But my heart hurts like being pricked by a needle. Li Qingge knew that his mood at this moment must be very complicated and heavy, because he knew that the disaster was coming, but felt powerless to change anything.
However, Li Shimin did not give up hope. He gritted his teeth and swore: "The troubles in the Yellow River must be eradicated! Although food can temporarily alleviate the crisis, the flooding will destroy countless lives. We must regulate the Yellow River to prevent future troubles!" His voice was full of firmness and determination. It seems to be an oath to heaven and earth.
After saying this, Li Shimin stood up and prepared to leave. Li Qingge knew that his mood at this moment must be very heavy and complicated, because he knew that time was running out and he had to summon all officials immediately to discuss the matter of regulating the river. He turned to Li Qingge and said, "It's getting late, Cheng Qing. You should rest early. I'm going back to the palace now." After saying that, he hurriedly left Li Qingge's room.
Li Qingge looked at Li Shimin's leaving figure and felt a little stunned. She thought, Li Shimin always asked her to show off his cooking skills or talents every time he came here, so why did he suddenly lose his appetite today? Did he really foresee some disaster, or did Guan Tiansi really notice something abnormal? Her heart was filled with doubts and uneasiness.
However, she soon shook her head and threw these thoughts away. She thinks that those who watch Tiansi are just making a living. How can they really predict the fate of the country through celestial phenomena? Maybe I was worrying too much. Thinking of this, she couldn't help curling her lips and showing a disdainful smile. However, she felt a faint sense of uneasiness and worry deep in her heart, as if something big was about to happen.
At this time, the corners of Li Qingge's mouth slightly raised, and her bright red lips were like the first blooming petals, with a hint of subtle cunning. She didn't take the incident to heart. Li Shimin didn't stay for dinner, which did save a lot of trouble. She turned around lightly, put her hands leisurely behind her back, and walked briskly towards the back garden, intending to visit the crops she had planted herself.
In the back garden, there is a lot of greenery, which seems to be the most sincere gift of nature. Whether it is vegetables or crops, they are all bathing in that fertile land, enjoying the warmth of the sun and the moisture of the rain and dew. The buds are vying to sprout up, and the leaves are swaying gently in the breeze, as if telling the joyful song of life. This vibrant scene makes people feel good, as if all their worries disappeared at this moment.
Looking at this lush green scene, the corners of Li Qingge’s mouth unconsciously raised, and his satisfaction was beyond words. Her eyes sparkled with wisdom, as if she could discern the mysteries of all things in the world. "These seeds will soon grow into a field, but even with a thousand acres of fertile land, it seems it's still not enough..." She whispered to herself, frowning slightly, and began to make plans for ten thousand acres of fertile land. The harvest of a thousand acres was enough for the needs of the Tang Dynasty, but if there were ten thousand acres of fertile land, she could not imagine the harvest. Her heart was filled with anticipation and longing, as if she had already seen the golden wheat field swaying gently in the breeze.
"I really hope that something big will happen recently, giving me a chance to show off my talents, and maybe I can be appreciated by that guy Li Shimin." She thought to herself, with a sly smile on her lips. "If he is happy, maybe he will let me choose the reward myself. When the time comes, I am determined to win the ten thousand acres of fertile land." Her eyes flashed with determination, as if she had already seen the ten thousand acres of fertile land that belonged to her slowly unfolding in front of her eyes. Expand. "However, this seems to be a bit conflicting with the reward mechanism of my 'do nothing' system, so let's wait for the opportunity." She sighed softly, knowing that this matter could not be rushed, and she needed to wait patiently for the opportunity to come.
At this time, in the palace, Li Shimin had summoned hundreds of civil and military officials to the main hall. Above the main hall, the atmosphere was serious and solemn. All the officials looked at each other with confusion and confusion written on their faces. It's so late, and His Majesty won't summon everyone easily unless there's something urgent. But looking at His Majesty's expression, it didn't look like something big had happened, and everyone was confused.
"My dear friends, we are summoned here today to discuss a major matter related to the future of the Tang Dynasty and the well-being of the people." Li Shimin's voice echoed in the hall, he stroked his beard and spoke with great pride. . "This matter cannot be delayed. We must go all out and not slack off." His eyes flashed with determination, as if he had already seen the glorious future of Datang.
"May I ask, Your Majesty, what is being discussed?" A minister couldn't help but ask. "Could it be that we are going to conquer the Western Regions? Our country, the Tang Dynasty, is rich and powerful, and it is a good time to show off our ambitions. We will surely bring those foreign races home." When the officials heard this, they immediately became excited, thinking that a war was about to begin, and they were all eager to try, thinking To serve the country. Their eyes shone with excitement and anticipation, as if they had seen the heroic figure of Tang Dynasty's army fighting the enemy bravely on the battlefield.
Li Shimin conquered the world on horseback back then. With his current posture, it is not difficult for everyone to guess what he is thinking. The Tang Dynasty had a vast territory, and the surrounding small countries naturally did not dare to underestimate it. But they also often covet the wealth and power of the Tang Dynasty. Now is a good opportunity to deal with them and expand their territory. This is the wish of all the officials, but no one dares to say it directly. They all look forward to His Majesty's orders and to contributing to the glorious future of Datang.
The generals were so excited that they breathed heavily, their cheeks were red, and their hearts were racing. Since His Majesty came to the throne, the country has been stable and they have not been on the battlefield for a long time. This opportunity is rare, so naturally he is full of expectations and wants to gallop on the battlefield again to fight for the glory of the Tang Dynasty. Their eyes shone with determination and bravery, as if they had seen their own heroic figures on the battlefield.
Everyone’s eyes were focused on Li Shimin, waiting for his orders and instructions. Seeing this, Fang Xuanling frowned slightly, with a look of worry on his face. The Tang Dynasty was a place where all nations came to visit, so it seemed unwise to intrude on neighboring countries for no reason. He was worried that His Majesty's decision would cause unnecessary trouble and disputes and put Datang into trouble.
"Okay, I know you will give me your full support." Li Shimin smiled reassuringly and said, stroking his beard. "In this case, I have decided to regulate the Yellow River starting from tomorrow." His voice echoed in the hall, with firmness and determination.
"River management?" When the officials heard this, they were stunned and did not react for a while. They all thought that His Majesty wanted to expand the territory, but they didn't expect that he wanted to control the Yellow River. Regulating the Yellow River is certainly a big plan, but... they are full of doubts and confusion, wondering why His Majesty made such a decision.
"Your Majesty, I dare to speak out." Changsun Wuji smiled awkwardly, stood up and hesitated to speak. He felt a little uneasy and didn't know how to express his worries and concerns.
“It doesn’t matter if you say so.” Although Li Shimin was unhappy, he also knew what Wuji was going to say. He waved his hand, signaling Wuji to continue.
On that spring day with the spring breeze blowing but hidden challenges, in the Daming Palace in Chang'an City, a dialogue about the fate of the country and the people's livelihood and well-being was quietly unfolding. The sunlight filtered through the clouds and shone dappledly on the magnificent hall, adding a bit of solemnity and sanctity to the discussion.
Wuji, this veteran who is over fifty years old, has a calm face, and his eyes reveal the wisdom and wisdom accumulated over the years. He was wearing a dark blue official uniform, with the skirt gently swinging in the wind, as if every fold concealed his deep concern for the country. Showing a gentle but meaningful smile again, Wuji cupped his hands and said to Li Shimin who was sitting on the dragon chair: "Your Majesty, the Yellow River, the mother river that nourishes countless lives but often brings disasters, sometimes dries up like a dead tree, and sometimes Flooding has caused disasters, and all dynasties have suffered greatly from it. Countless innocent people have died in the floods, their families have been destroyed, and the scene is horrific. ”
Li Shimin, the emperor of the Tang Dynasty, was in his prime, with unquestionable majesty and heroism between his brows. His eyes, like the deep night sky, shone with determination and courage, as if he had foreseen that under his management, the Yellow River would change from a ferocious beast to a docile lamb, with thousands of miles of fertile soil on both sides, and people living and working in peace and contentment. He frowned and his voice was as firm as gold and stone, echoing in every corner of the hall: "Because of this, I want to manage it. What's wrong? The Yellow River is the lifeblood of the Tang Dynasty and the hope of the people. I can't let it be This river continues to be a sword hanging over the heads of the people."
Wuji. Hearing this, his face changed slightly, with a resolute expression, as if he had thousands of words in his heart, but they could only be reduced to a short and powerful sentence: "What your Majesty said is absolutely true. If the Yellow River is not controlled, the people will be in danger." It must be governed!" In his heart, admiration and admiration for Li Shimin surged like a river. He knew that His Majesty had resolutely embarked on this road full of unknowns and challenges for the sake of the well-being of thousands of people.
However, a trace of worry flashed in Wuji's eyes. He changed the topic and sighed: "However, how is it easy to control the Yellow River? Over the past thousands of years, how many wise monarchs have exhausted their efforts Despite all his efforts, he failed in the end. The water of the Yellow River is sometimes as gentle as silk, and sometimes as violent as a beast, which cannot be easily controlled by human beings." At this point, Wuji paused and glanced at every official present. , there was both helplessness and expectation in his eyes. He continued: "This move is imperative, but it will cost a lot, especially food, materials, and manpower, which are all immeasurable expenses. I worry that once governance is improper, not only will it not be able to solve the problem, but it may plunge Datang into a Difficulty, people's lives are even more difficult. "
In the main hall, the officials nodded after hearing this, with expressions of worry or contemplation on their faces. Some of them frowned, obviously thinking about how to solve this problem; some sighed softly, as if they were not optimistic about the prospects of regulating the Yellow River. The spring breeze outside the main hall seemed to feel this heaviness, and when it blew through the window lattice, it brought out waves of slight whimpering sounds.
Li Shimin's face became solemn at this moment. He knew that his impulsiveness might have been too rash. He closed his eyes, and the images of people on both sides of the Yellow River struggling in the floods, as well as the desolate scenes of no harvest due to drought, appeared in his mind. His heart was deeply touched, and a strong sense of responsibility arose spontaneously. He recalled the voice of Li Qingge, the official who went deep into the Yellow River disaster area, witnessed the suffering of the people with his own eyes, and made a tearful speech to him after returning, and his heart couldn't help but boil.
After a moment of silence, Li Shimin slowly opened his eyes and looked firmly at the officials in the hall. His voice, although not high-pitched, was full of power, as if it could penetrate everyone's heart: "No matter what, we We must manage the Yellow River. This is for the future of the Tang Dynasty and for the well-being of the people. We should shrink from difficulties and never give up because of challenges. We must go all out and not slack off. I believe that as long as we work together, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome and no challenges that cannot be overcome."
Li Shimin. His words were like spring breeze turning into rain, nourishing the hearts of all the officials. They nodded one after another, their eyes shining with determination and hope. They know that this will be an arduous battle, but for the future of Datang and the peace of the people, they are willing to make every effort, even if there are mountains of swords and seas of fire ahead, they must move forward bravely.
At this time, a ray of sunlight outside the hall happened to penetrate the clouds and fell on Li Shimin, coating him with a layer of golden brilliance, as if a god had descended and given them endless strength and courage. . The officials looked at each other and smiled. In that smile, there was both longing for the future and trust in each other. They know that from this moment on, they will work hand in hand to face this challenge related to the fate of the country.
In the following days, Li Shimin, Wuji, and many officials began intensive preparations. They sent envoys to collect historical information about the Yellow River, invited water conservancy experts to conduct on-site inspections, and formulated a series of practical management plans. At the same time, they also actively raised food, grass, materials, and mobilized people to participate in governance. The entire Tang Dynasty was a busy and orderly scene.
During this process, Wuji tried his best. Not only did he personally go deep along the Yellow River to understand the actual situation, he also ate and lived with the people, listened to their voices, and addressed their needs and difficulties. Once recorded, feedback is given to Li Shimin. Li Shimin, on the other hand, reviewed the plan day and night, listened to reports, and constantly adjusted strategies to ensure the smooth progress of the governance work.
Finally, after several years of hard work, the management of the Yellow River has achieved remarkable results. The floods are no longer raging, the drought has been alleviated, and the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait have finally ushered in the long-lost peace and harvest. They cheered and burst into tears of gratitude, praising Li Shimin, Wuji and other officials for their wisdom and achievements.
Li Shimin and Wuji stood on the bank of the Yellow River, looking at the rushing river, and their hearts were filled with joy and pride. They know that this victory is not only the management of the Yellow River, but also a testimony to the deep feelings of the country and the people. They looked at each other and smiled. In that smile, there was both emotion about the past and expectations for the future. They believe that as long as they have love and faith in their hearts, nothing can stop them from moving forward, and the future of Datang will be even better.
(End of this chapter)