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 the opportunity to start a career.
Although Fang Jun offered glass and unintentionally wiped out the remnants of Liu Heitai, 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 almost the consensus of all Tang people to take advantage of the power of hundreds of battles and destroy Gaochang in one battle. As long as they 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 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 why do you ask?"
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 kid 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 doubts.
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."
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.
In the end, 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 "Shiying Buddha Statue, Treasures" , gold and jade bookcases, 360 volumes of classics, various gold and jade ornaments", as well as many cooking techniques, various types of drinks, brocade quilts with various patterns and patterns, and three hundred kinds of divination classics, used to distinguish good from evil, creating a There are 60 works on engineering and technology, 100 prescriptions for treating 404 diseases, 4 medical treatises, 5 diagnostic methods, 6 medical instruments, and turnip seeds etc. 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 know, just five years after forming an alliance with Tubo, His Majesty Li Er personally led the Sixth Army out of Luoyang and went 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 ah……
Li Ji saw Fang Jun knitting his eyebrows and sighing after hearing what he had 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 knowledge in strange skills and tricks." But men and women have ambitions in all directions. Only by charging into battle, beheading generals and seizing the flag is the foundation for our survival. Therefore, my nephew boldly asks the British Lord, if your majesty asks, please say a few kind words for my nephew and give him a certain Military position.”
These words made Li Ji quite impressed. Now that the Tang Dynasty was so powerful, many generals who used to fight and rush into battle were tired of the days when their heads were no longer tied to their belts. They gradually indulged in the gentle countryside and indulged in pleasure, but forgot 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 take?"
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 didn't 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 confused. Could it be that the Ministry of Industry was still his territory, King Li Tai of Wei?
