The completion of the palace aroused enthusiastic response from the people in Licheng and surrounding areas. They came to the palace one after another and marveled at the new emperor's ability. They saw the future of the Tang Dynasty, and they saw the hope of the Tang Dynasty.
Li Ke stood at the highest point of the palace and looked at everything in front of him. His heart was filled with satisfaction and pride. He knew that he had accomplished an important task.
He looked at Changsun Wuji and said, "Master Changsun, thank you. Without you, there would be no such palace."
Changsun Wuji looked at Li Ke and said, "Your Majesty, this is what I should do. I only hope that this palace can bring more prosperity to the Tang Dynasty."
Li Ke was deeply moved after hearing Changsun Wuji's words. He knew that with such ministers, the Tang Dynasty would definitely become stronger.
He looked at Changsun Wuji and said, "Master Changsun, I am very lucky to have a minister like you."
Changsun Wuji was moved after hearing Li Ke's words. He knew that he had contributed to the Tang Dynasty, and he had contributed to the emperor. He looked at Li Ke and said, "Your Majesty, this is also the luck of being a minister."
Inside Chang'an City.
Li Shimin had also already received news that Li Ke was building a palace. It seemed that this traitor wanted to see the emperor through to the end.
In this case, Li Shimin will definitely not let Li Ke continue to expand and grow.
Above the court, Li Shimin looked at the civil and military officials of the court and asked: "Do you still want to protect Li Tang's world and respect me as the emperor?"
The civil and military officials in the court were so frightened that they all knelt down and shouted in unison: "Why did the Holy One say this? I am waiting in great fear."
"Licheng, the emperor won the battle and now wants to build a palace. In my opinion, he will build a palace next? Or maybe he will occupy my palace?"
There was a moment of silence under the main hall, and all the ministers had their own thoughts. "The reason why Li Ke is like this is not because he was forced by Li Shimin."
"If Li Shimin hadn't doted on witches, how could the Tang Dynasty have ended up like this?" Everyone was thinking to themselves, but who would dare to tell the truth?
"Liu Shili, do you have any ideas?"
Li Shimin suddenly threw the question to Liu Shili. Although he was loyal to Li Shimin, today the Tang Emperor returned to favoring the Wu family. This move was indeed unpopular and caused more dissatisfaction among the ministers in the DPRK.
All civil and military officials in the dynasty were indignant, but they were powerless. They had no hope that Li Shimin was no longer around. Seeing Liu Shili hesitating and looking at a loss, Li Shimin knew that asking was in vain.
The morning court ended without changing, and Li Shimin went to find Wu Meiniang as usual and told Wu Meiniang everything that happened in the court. When Wu Meiniang heard the civil and military practices of the Manchu Dynasty, she couldn't help but follow her heart.
She nestled against Li Shimin's legs and whispered softly: "Your Majesty, I think I can no longer let Li Ke, King of Shu, continue to grow and develop. This is a naked threat to you."
"Of course I know, but now no one in the imperial court is willing to lead troops to conquer. I'm really pissed off."
"Your Majesty, since no general is willing to lead troops, why not let the prince go? On the one hand, it is a training for the prince."
"On the other hand, the prince's success in wiping out the rebellious King of Shu will be a great achievement for him to ascend the throne in the future. How about a royal congratulation?"
Li Shimin suddenly became enlightened and said with a happy smile: "What Mei Niang said is absolutely true! The prince also needs a good experience. With him leading the troops, Yuchi Gong has no choice but to obey orders."
"Hahahahaha, okay, send the prince to see you."
Wu Meiniang's smile became even more charming. She wished she could kill the prince quickly. How could she really want the prince to make meritorious deeds?
Wu Meiniang knew very well that the prince Li Chengqian was not as good as the third prince Li Ke in terms of literary skills, martial arts, chess, calligraphy and painting.
Letting Li Chengqian lead troops to attack Li Ke was tantamount to asking him to die. If he could be killed by Li Ke, it would arouse Li Shimin's greater hatred for Li Ke.
If he was lucky enough to escape, Li Shimin would punish him for his unfavorable start, even if he didn't kill him.
I'm afraid that he has finally finished his position as the crown prince, and Wu Meiniang has taken revenge on her good friend by killing someone with a borrowed knife. No matter how you calculate, you won't suffer any loss. As for the possibility of Li Chengqian defeating him?
That's almost, no! It's not a coincidence, it's simply not possible.
It would be easy for Li Ke to deal with Li Chengqian. It depends on whether Li Ke thinks about his brotherhood and whether he will spare Li Chengqian's life.
"See my father. My father is anxious to summon his ministers. What's the matter?"
Li Chengqian came to Li Shimin's palace, saluted respectfully and said hello! Wu Meiniang didn't even raise her eyes when she saw her. Wu Meiniang must have been very angry before.
But now, she is not angry at all, and even feels that it is wrong for her to be angry with a dying person. He simply stood up and saluted and said, "I, my concubine, will take your leave first."
Li Shimin nodded, feeling that Wu Meiniang seemed to be more considerate than before, after Wu Meiniang retired.
Li Shimin put on a fatherly face, walked up to Li Chengqian, patted him on the shoulder and said, "You are the prince, and you will inherit the throne in the future."
Li Chengqian was overwhelmed by Li Shimin's words and looked at Li Shimin in a panic. Li Shimin continued.
"Now, the rebellious son of Licheng who claims to be emperor is not only stepping up the expansion of his territory, but also building a palace. He has established a reputation in the surrounding states and counties, and his favorability is constantly rising."
"I can't sit back and ignore it anymore. If this continues, it will be difficult for me to guarantee that I will give you a complete kingdom!"
Although Li Chengqian was uneducated and incompetent, he was not stupid. When he heard this, he knew that Li Shimin was PUA. He just wanted him to lead troops to fight Li Kebei, and he also said that he was fighting for himself. of.
He knew clearly that he might not be Li Ke's opponent, but he definitely didn't dare to refuse his father's success.
He had no choice but to bite the bullet, knelt on the ground and said: "It is my honor to fight for the foundation of the Tang Dynasty. If my father allows me, I would like to ask myself to be the marshal and lead the troops to kill the traitor Li Ke. For my father, Share the worries!"
Li Shimin didn't expect Li Chengqian to be so smart. He laughed and said, "Okay! You are indeed my good son. The future crown prince of the Tang Dynasty."
"I will order you to be the commander-in-chief this time. Together with Yuchi Gong and Liu Shili, we will lead one hundred thousand troops to conquer Licheng. The Tang Dynasty does not allow two emperors. We can set off on another day."
Li Chengqian thought to himself that this was too fast. He really disliked my slow death. But there is no other way but to accept the order.
Fortunately, Li Shimin also sent him two generals, Yu Chigong and Liu Shili, which gave him some confidence.
