blogombal Chapter 2401 I have no money.
Chapter 2401 I have no money.
Empress Changsun certainly hoped that her son could be like his father, holding the entire power of the court and not being held hostage by court officials.
Li Shimin nodded:
"If it weren't for this, I would have called the rebellious son back to be punished long ago. His action also helped Gao Ming.
The wealth of nobles and court officials has increased significantly in recent years."
Li Shimin did not say anything else, because the Changsun family was also included in this, and Li Shen did not even let the Changsun family go.
Such a large workshop area was burned down, and Duke Zhao's Mansion suffered heavy losses this time.
A lot of manpower, material and financial resources have been invested over the years, but now it is all gone like a dream, gone overnight.
The fact that Changsun Wuji did not die from vomiting blood was a sign of his strong determination.
After all, although the Changsun family ranks second among the clans, its overall strength cannot be compared with that of the aristocratic families.
The noble families all felt sorry for him, let alone him.
But Li Shimin couldn't tell these things, for fear that Empress Zhangsun would worry.
"Erlang, it's almost Yuanzheng time. Do you want to call Shen'er back?"
Empress Changsun knew that Li Shimin missed Li Shen, so she took the opportunity to ask.
"He has important matters to attend to in Xizhou now. How can he leave his post without permission?" Li Shimin shook his head.
"Your Majesty, it should have snowed in Xizhou by now, so nothing will happen. Why not recall His Royal Highness Prince Ji so that Yuanzheng can have some fun?"
Wang De on the side made a suggestion.
Li Shimin immediately cursed:
"What do you know, old dog? Lao Shi can't come back until the war is over.
He was there not only to guard Anxi, but also to represent me.
I really want to let the generals at the front know that although I did not lead the Western Expedition in person, my son is guarding the rear for them.
This Western Expedition is different from the ones against Gaochang and Xueyantuo back then."
Li Shimin had to admit that among all his sons, only Li Shen could do this job, apart from the crown prince.
And from the current perspective, Li Shen has done a very good job, of course, except for the murder, robbery and extortion.
He did what he said, and also did what he didn't say but wanted to do. Li Shimin was very satisfied with this.
If it were Li Zhi or Li Tai, they would never have done as well as Li Shen.
They only follow the rules, proceed step by step, and also consider the rules of officialdom.
Although Li Shen does things by any means necessary, he is extremely efficient and never drags his feet or shows any mercy.
Corrupt officials who persecuted the people were beheaded on the spot, leaving them no room for maneuver.
The officials along the way were frightened and kept quiet for a while.
"Erlang, don't you think it's been a little too quiet lately? I really miss Shen'er.
If Shen'er were here, he would often come into the palace to liven up the harem."
Empress Changsun was very capable. Every time Li Shen came, he would make her, Concubine Wei and others happy.
Ever since Li Shen left, they became somewhat deserted, and Li Shimin seldom visited them.
Li Shimin also felt that the city had become much quieter recently. Not only the imperial palace, but the entire city of Chang'an had become quiet.
Li Shen is the first person in history who can influence the peace of the entire capital city by his own efforts.
"Let me think about it, Wang De, is there any news about the Tenth Master recently?"
Li Shimin did not agree immediately. He needed to know the situation in the northwest first.
"Your Majesty, there is no news at the moment. There has been no news since Prince Ji left for Yanqi.
I guess it’s too far away, or the road is blocked by snow.”
Wang De replied in a low voice.
"Shen'er went to Yanqi?" Although the voice was small, the queen still heard it and immediately became nervous.
"Don't panic, Guanyin, the tenth brother is going to Yanqi for important matters. He has tens of thousands of troops following him, so nothing will happen." Li Shimin hurriedly explained.
He did not say that Li Shen went to Yanqi for his own treasure, nor did he say that Li Shen only brought the guard battalion with him and did not bring any other troops.
"Erlang, Yanqi is thousands of miles away. Shen'er is not good at military affairs and is young and ignorant. What's the point of him going to Yanqi?
The war has already started over there, and the rebels are everywhere. What should we do if we encounter danger?"
Empress Changsun was a little worried.
"Don't worry, Guanyinbi. Even if we encounter rebels, they will not be a match for those tens of thousands of people. Although Lao Shi doesn't understand military affairs, he has capable people around him.
Moreover, the Prince Consort Zhou Daowu also accompanied him, and he would never let anything happen to the Tenth Master."
Li Shimin himself now has some doubts as to whether he had picked up the wrong child. The queen actually treats Li Shen as her own son.
She cares about her more than her own children.
Could it be that he and Li Zhi had a conflict? After all, Li Zhi and Li Shen were born in the same year, but Li Zhi was born earlier.
"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince wishes to see you."
Just at this moment, the eunuch outside came up to report.
"Let him in." Li Shimin nodded.
There was a sound on the stairs, and a moment later, Li Chengqian walked up.
"My son has met Aye and his mother."
"Yeah." Li Shimin nodded.
"Gao Ming, you didn't get enough rest. You look so bad." Empress Changsun asked with concern when she saw her son's haggard appearance.
"Mother, I caught a cold a few days ago so my complexion looked a little off, but I'm almost well now. Don't worry, mother."
Li Chengqian said with a smile.
When Li Shimin heard that his son was sick, his face suddenly darkened.
"Gao Ming, handling state affairs is not something that can be done overnight. You need to balance work and rest. There are some things that you don't need to do personally.
If you collapse from exhaustion, do you still want me to supervise the country for you?"
"Huh?" Li Chengqian was stunned. Wasn't it me who was supposed to be your regent? This job should have been yours, right? How did it become my regent now?
What Li Shimin said was from his heart. The leisurely life for several years now made him very comfortable. Now it was torture for him to get up at yin hour in the morning to attend court.
He has fully understood what Li Shen said, whoever wants to be the emperor can do so.
If you have power and money, why do you want to be an emperor?
Wouldn’t it be comfortable to just hold your beloved and sleep until you wake up naturally?
"Gao Ming, your father is right. Even when handling state affairs, you must take care of your health. The weather is cold now, why don't you move to Liangyi Palace.
The East Palace has been in disrepair for a long time and is dark, damp and cold. The palace will pay for its renovation next year."
Empress Changsun pulled her son over and gave him some instructions with some concern.
Li Shimin's eyes widened when he heard about paying for the renovation of the Eastern Palace.
"Repair the East Palace? I don't have the money. Guanyin, the palace's annual expenses are so huge, and the output of the imperial farm is barely enough to cover the expenses of the palace. Where is the money left to repair the East Palace?
Gao Ming, I have taught you since you were young to be frugal to cultivate virtue and to save money to benefit the people. In the future you will be the emperor, so you must not be arrogant and extravagant, and indulge in luxury. This will wear down your will and make you incompetent and unjust.
Do you remember?
The righteousness of the lecture was so great that Li Chengqian was stunned and nodded stupidly.
"Yes, I will remember Aye's teachings."
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