Li Yuan never expected it.
Li Shimin actually wanted to join the feudal clan one day!
Really stimulated?
"What my father said to me at the court meeting that day made me a little disappointed at first. But after I calmed down and thought about it carefully, I finally understood my father's good intentions."
Li Shimin said seriously,
"If I stay in Chang'an, it will only create all kinds of friction, which is not good for my father, not good for my eldest brother, and even worse for the family relationship between us!"
"Father is right. I have indeed reached the age to become a vassal. Although the Tang Dynasty has not been established for a long time, its system is mature. When the prince reaches adulthood, he should become a vassal."
"My son is willing to set an example for my brothers!"
Li Yuan: "..."
He was speechless and choked for a moment, not knowing what to say.
That day he did ask for the title of Fan, but the main purpose was to beat him, not to ask Erlang to go and sign for the title of Fan!
"Erlang, maybe you are..."
Li Yuan looked complicated and was about to speak, but was interrupted by Li Shimin.
"Father, since my son is the King of Qin, it is natural that he should go to Qin to become a vassal."
Just listen to him cupping his hands and saying,
"The land of Qin in the past is now Binzhou. It is the fortress that protects Chang'an. It is a place that the Turks covet and wars often break out."
"Although the conditions in such a place are difficult, I am willing to go there! Guard this door for my father!"
Li Yuan: "!!!"
Binzhou!
He originally thought that no matter what happened, Li Shimin would choose Luoyang and other wealthy and stable places, but he actually chose Binzhou?
It was a poor and war-torn place where officials were exiled, and the Turkic cavalry often visited it!
Hearing the words "hold the door for my father" made Li Yuan's nose ache slightly.
This good boy is too selfless and filial!
Is this still the domineering Erlang?
At this moment, all the negative influence on Li Shimin in Li Yuan's heart disappeared, leaving only endless emotion.
But Li Shimin didn't stop and continued to say sincerely:
"Actually, I prefer Youzhou."
"The land of Youyan has been fought over by military strategists since ancient times. Whether the Turks want to launch a large-scale attack or we, the Tang Dynasty, want to send troops northward, we cannot bypass Youzhou!"
"If my father grants Youzhou to my son, my son will definitely be able to defend the country for the Tang Dynasty! If my father intends to conquer the country, my son will be willing to take the lead in Youzhou!"
Both Youzhou and Binzhou are important military towns!
At this stage, they are all targets that the Turks are closely watching, and their situation is very dangerous. If they are not careful, they may fall.
It is precisely because of this that Li Shimin's dedication to the country and his selflessness are revealed.
He will never covet enjoyment at the rear, he must stand firm for the country at the front!
How could such an attitude and such determination keep Li Yuan from being moved?
"Erlang, Erlang, get up, come..."
He called out, used his arm strength, and forcibly pulled Li Shimin up and pressed him on the stool in front of him.
"Father is very happy that you have this intention. I am really pleased."
Li Yuan smiled and nodded, praising,
"My Erlang has finally grown up. Just by what you said today, you understand the general situation better than anyone else and take the overall situation into consideration!"
"Okay! Okay, okay..."
He said three good words in a row, which was enough to express his love for Li Shimin at the moment.
Even the thought of making Li Shimin the crown prince flashed through his mind.
So sensible!
Of course, this thought only passed by for a moment and did not stay for long.
"Erlang, your intentions are very good, but as for the feudal affairs, don't think about it for the time being!"
Li Yuan said firmly,
"During the court meeting, my father just said it casually, but I never thought that you would take it seriously! This is my father's fault."
"Today, my father is here to tell you clearly - you don't have to, and you can't go and join the feudal clan!"
Li Shimin still lowered his head, but his fists were slightly clenched and then slowly released.
really!
Mr. Xu's prediction was correct. This move of retreating into advancement not only won the emperor's heart, but also consolidated his political position in Chang'an. It can be said to be a complete success!
The hanging heart can finally be put back into the stomach.
To be honest, he was still a little scared. If his father slapped his thigh and told him to join the feudal clan, wouldn't it be the end of the world?
Preparing for the worst, Li Shimin showed that he wanted to go to Youzhou to defend the country. After all, Mr. Xu also said that there was the only one in the world with the pattern of the four nobles and the four nobles. If it was not possible, he would go there to operate. Not bad.
This is a game. As a decision-maker and executor, Li Shimin must consider various consequences.
Fortunately, there were no variables in the end and everything went according to plan.
"Come on, look up."
Li Yuan took a silk handkerchief, gently wiped away the tears from the corners of Li Shimin's eyes, and said with a smile,
"You, with your temperament that is always prone to crying, you are so much like your mother."
"It's no wonder you have such a heart. Your mother was like this back then. She had a big picture and understood the big picture!"
"If your mother had listened to what you said today, I'm afraid she would have smiled..."
Li Shimin sniffed.
"Thank you, Father." He said a little sheepishly.
"Okay!"
Li Yuan stood up and patted Li Shimin on the shoulder, put his hands behind his back and smiled,
"In public or private matters, I will not let you leave Chang'an!"
"You hold so many positions in the court and manage so many soldiers and horses in Chang'an. How can you leave at will?"
"As soon as you leave, the court will be in chaos! Who will deal with so many things that your Tiance Mansion is in charge of?"
Li Shimin nodded.
"My son, I understand."
He said,
"Shaking my father's worries is the most important thing for me to do now."
Li Yuan nodded.
"Speaking of which, there is a military newspaper on the table. Please read it."
He sighed softly,
"Jie Li is ready to take action again. I'm afraid there will be a confrontation in the direction of Lingzhou."
Li Shimin raised his eyebrows, took the military report and looked at it carefully, his face suddenly darkened.
"Over and over again, this barbarian will never be finished!"
He said angrily,
"Do you really think that I, the Tang Dynasty, are easy to bully?"
"Father, I would like to go to the border and meet this old boy for a while!"
With Li Shimin's temper, he couldn't bear this kind of continuous harassment!
"Well, good! Your temperament is very much like mine back then!"
Li Yuan approved.
He suddenly stretched his arms and waist and couldn't help but said:
"Hey, my body won't work if I don't train my bones... Nowadays, even a little exercise makes my waist sore and my back hurts. It's far less than it used to be. I can't keep it up like this."
"Erlang, go hunting with me in a few days! How about it?"
Li Yuan suddenly came up with the idea of hunting for fitness.
"...Okay!" Li Shimin was stunned by his sudden change of scene, and then quickly replied.
"Well, go back and prepare for a grand hunting event! Then your eldest brother and fourth brother, as well as the concubines and ministers, all go, all go!"
Li Yuan decided on the itinerary and was very interested.
"I haven't been active for a long time. Let's see how much of my riding and shooting skills are still there!"
"My father's demeanor will definitely remain the same as before!" Li Shimin patted the horse.
Li Yuan raised his eyebrows and laughed loudly.
The atmosphere between father and son was extremely harmonious and harmonious at this moment.
