Chapter 155 Prepare for a Rainy Day (Part 2)
Perhaps because he had been given a title, Li Ji subconsciously did not regard Fang Jun as his nephew who had nothing to do in the past. He guessed that Fang Jun probably heard this information from his father and wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to start a career.
Although Fang Jun offered glass and unintentionally wiped out Liu Heitai's remnants, it seemed that his achievements were not small, but in fact they were very vain.
In the Tang Dynasty, there was only one resounding achievement that could make a person stand proudly in the court, and that was - military exploits!
How to gain military exploits?
There is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity right now!
It is the consensus of almost all Tang people to take advantage of the power of hundreds of battles and destroy Gaochang in one battle. As long as you can participate in this battle, it is not easy to achieve military success...
Although it is impossible for Fang Jun to serve as a general and win the first merit due to his age and seniority, even escorting a little grain and maintaining military discipline is a rare achievement. You know, the Turks are now being driven far away from the grasslands and surrendered from all over the world. Except for the Battle of Goryeo that will start in an unknown year and month, the Gaochang Kingdom in front of us can gain military exploits.
In a few years, there won’t be any place to fight...
Fang Jun quickly shook his head: "I'm just asking, I won't get involved."
The expedition to Gaochang is about to begin, and the situation has been decided. At this time, even if I use my father's name to get involved, I will not get much benefit. Everyone knew that with the great power of the Tang army, it was only a matter of time before they swept across Gaochang. Getting involved at this time was like rushing to attack.
Li Jiqi asked: "Then what do you mean by asking?"
Fang Jun blinked and asked in a low voice: "After Gaochang is destroyed, will Gaoli... be put on the agenda?"
Li Ji's eyes shrank and he looked at Fang Jun intently without saying a word.
He didn't think that Fang Xuanling would tell Fang Jun about a plan of this level, so how did this boy know that he would prepare an expedition to Goryeo after destroying Gaochang?
Fang Jun shrugged, spread his hands, and looked innocent: "What's so strange? Your Majesty wants to be an emperor for eternity, what else is more suitable than the stepping stone of Goryeo?"
This statement is just to clear up Li Ji's suspicion.
His Majesty Li Er's expedition to Goryeo was destined by history. Who could know better than Fang Jun?
Li Ji pondered for a while and then said slowly: "It is not yet certain. The expedition to Goryeo is of great importance. The lessons learned from the Sui Dynasty are not far away. How can we act in a hurry and make the same mistakes again? Therefore, Your Majesty must wait until Tibet is stabilized before discussing this matter."< br>
Tibet!
Fang Jun patted his head and almost forgot about this problem.
It is now the thirteenth year of Zhenguan. The Ludongzan whom I met on the day of the Great Assemblage was here to propose marriage to Songtsan Gambo, right? His Majesty Li Er must have refused, and then Lu Dongzan returned to Tubo to report the matter. Songtsen Gampo, who was dominating Futian's boss and his second son in Tibet, was furious and excited to attack Tang.
As a result, Songtsen Gampo was defeated and sent Lu Dongtsen to propose marriage again. Anyway, this was the same trick over and over again. He had to marry a daughter of His Majesty Li Er to improve his status...
Then, I don’t know what His Majesty Li Er was thinking. He refused when there was no battle, but agreed after winning the battle. Not only did he get a lifelong youth of a noble daughter of the clan, but he also got a chance to get the "Shi Ying Buddha Statue and Treasures". , gold and jade bookcases, 360 volumes of classics, various gold and jade ornaments", and many cooking techniques and foods, each drinks, brocade quilts with various patterns, three hundred divination classics, clear instructions for distinguishing good from evil, sixty works on construction and craftsmanship, one hundred prescriptions for treating four hundred and four diseases, Four medical treatises, five diagnostic methods, six medical instruments, and turnip seeds were also brought to Tibet...
It is simply more powerful than the later generations of China’s aid to the poor brothers in Asia, Africa and Latin America...
And then?
As Tibet became stronger, it began two hundred years of continuous conquest and counter-conquest with the Tang Empire...
It is hard to imagine that a domineering emperor like His Majesty Li Er would make such a compromise with Tibet when the Tang Dynasty was at its most powerful.
It's hard to say, but this is His Majesty Li Er's plan to slow down the troops, all to make way for the expedition to Goryeo?
You must know that just five years after forming an alliance with Tubo, His Majesty Li Er personally led the Sixth Army from Luoyang to Youzhou to swear an oath, with his troops pointing directly at Liaodong!
Thinking of this, Fang Jun was confused.
His original intention was to make some preparations in advance. When His Majesty Li Er went on an expedition to Goryeo, he would take the opportunity to plan something. If he was lucky, he might be able to turn the tide and complete the conquest of Goryeo for His Majesty Li Er, which he had never accomplished in his life. dream!
But just watch His Majesty Li Er use the fat future raised by Tubo to backfire on the Tang Dynasty in order to conquer Goryeo?
However, if he intervenes in the Tibetan affairs, it will inevitably delay the plan of the expedition to Goryeo, which is inconsistent with his own plan.
Tangled...
Li Ji saw Fang Jun knitting his eyebrows and sighing after hearing what he said. He couldn't help but wonder: "Is there something that Erlang is in trouble for? Tell me, maybe I can relieve you."
Fang Jun thought for a while and felt that he should tell Li Ji everything he thought.
At this time, Li Ji was not only a British Duke, Li Zhi was the king of Jin, and he was the governor of Bingzhou. Li Ji was awarded the title of Guanglu doctor, and he acted as the governor of Bingzhou. As we all know, Li Zhi did not take up the post of governor of Bingzhou, and all military and political affairs were handled by Li Ji.
Moreover, Li Ji was the hereditary governor of Qizhou. At that time, none of the hereditary governors came to take office in the prefecture and county. He also led the prince Zuo Wei with the official position of chief governor of Bingzhou.
This is Li Zhi’s hardcore line!
As a time traveler, how could you not hug Li Zhi’s thigh?
This is one of them. It is necessary to have a good relationship. Fang Jun does not expect to rely on his father for a lifetime.
Another reason is that when His Majesty Li Er personally conquers Korea in the future, Li Ji will be appointed as the general manager of the Liaodong Road March, the second-ranking figure under the emperor!
If you want to make a difference in that war, you must at least have the energy to influence Li Ji.
Fang Jun thought about his words and said softly: "It is a well-known fact that my nephew hates literature and prefers martial arts. Your Majesty sent my nephew to the Ministry of Industry, which is considered a good job, because my nephew has a lot of research on strange skills and tricks." But the male Han ambitions are everywhere , only charging into battle, beheading generals and seizing the flag is the foundation for our survival, so my nephew boldly asks the British Lord, if your majesty asks, please say a few words of kindness to my nephew and give him a military position. "
These words made Li Ji quite impressed. Nowadays, the Tang Dynasty is so powerful that many generals who used to fight and rush into battle are tired of the days of having their heads removed from their belts. They gradually indulge in the gentle countryside and indulge in pleasure, but forget about the Tang Dynasty. The foundation of the country.
Especially among the second generation, there are very few people who can take the initiative to seek military positions like Fang Jun. It is even more rare to know that he comes from a family of civil servants!
Besides, he and Fang Xuanling were ministers in the same palace and had a close relationship, so he would not refuse this favor.
Li Ji nodded happily: "What position does Erlang want to have?"
With his status, identity, and official position, it is not a problem to assign Fang Jun a military position. Whether he is the Twelve Guards of the South Yamen or the Imperial Guards of the North Yamen, he can go wherever he wants.
Fang Jun had already prepared a draft and said: "Dengzhou Navy!"
"Dengzhou Navy?"
Li Ji was stunned: "Dengzhou and Goryeo are across the sea. If someone's prediction is correct, Erlang must have wanted to make some military exploits when he conquered Goryeo in the future. But even if the war started, the navy would only be responsible for transporting grain and grass. That’s all, no matter how well you do it, I’m afraid this credit can’t be put on the table, right?”
According to his idea, after the war started, Fang Jun was inserted into the imperial army guarding His Majesty. He would show up in front of His Majesty if nothing happened. He would be relaxed and comfortable. When the time came to award the reward, he would naturally have completed his military exploits. How could he really go there? Charge into battle?
If he wants to go, Fang Xuanling won’t do it either!
But what's so good about this navy? It's just a transport team, and it's a thankless job. If something goes wrong, it's the perfect candidate to take the blame.
Fang Jun did not hide anything, and said: "My nephew has a new method of building ships..."
When smart people speak, just click on them.
Li Ji immediately understood Fang Jun's intention.
If there really was a new method of shipbuilding, he would be able to make a splash in transporting baggage. At that time, he was leading the army alone, and his achievements would be quite different from those of being part of the Forbidden Army.
Li Ji nodded and agreed, but he still gave a few instructions: "His Majesty has just appointed you as the Minister of Industry. You must behave yourself in a short period of time. If you rashly propose to transfer to a military position, I am afraid it will displease His Majesty."
Fang Jun bowed down to learn the lesson: "My nephew knows."
Li Ji looked at Fang Jun and said meaningfully: "That poem of yours put His Royal Highness the King of Wei in an unkind and unjust situation. I'm afraid it will be difficult to live in this Ministry of Works..." Fang Jun was stunned and puzzled. , is it possible that the Ministry of Industry is still the territory of his Wei King Li Tai?
(End of chapter)