Tang Dynasty, I can lead troops through ancient and modern times

Chapter 224: Treatment of Li Ke

Three days later, King Wu Li Ke was escorted to Beijing!

At the same time, news of civil unrest in Tubo also came from the plateau.

The son of Princess Wencheng and Songtsen Gampo was indeed promoted to the position of Zamp.

The plateau fell into civil strife, and the Tuyuhun Longxi, including the Sichuan-Shu border, greatly relieved the border defense pressure.

You can even take the opportunity to seize some strategic locations, win over the weaker party, and suppress the stronger party.

The Tibetan Empire, which was always in civil strife and completely threatened the core areas of the Tang Dynasty, became history.

In addition, the Western Regions and Mobei have already surrendered to the Tang Dynasty. It can be said that there is no force around the Tang Dynasty that can threaten the Tang Dynasty!

In addition to the newly rising Arab Empire to the west of the Western Regions, there was also the Arab Empire.

But now, the Arab Empire is still in the period of expansion and conquest, and its strength has not yet reached the river basin in Central Asia.

The entire Central Asia was still within the sphere of influence of the Western Turks.

In other words, after dealing with Goguryeo and Japan, Western Turks would be the next target of the Tang Dynasty, and then they would move south and sweep across the Arab Empire.

It is too early to say this now, but as long as Li Chengqian follows the plan and develops step by step, the real heyday of the Tang Dynasty will come within ten years.

At the same time, after Fang Yiai's unremitting pursuit, Princess Wencheng finally agreed.

Under the auspices of Li Chengqian, the two of them got engaged and planned to hold their wedding after Li Shimin returned to Chang'an.

Fang Xuanling said, I am in tears!

The Fang family finally married a virtuous daughter-in-law...

In the courtyard of the East Palace, Li Chengqian accompanied Su to bask in the sun.

On the other side, Fang Yiai, a bootlicker, continued to show his courtesy to Princess Wencheng.

But looking at Princess Wencheng's condition, she didn't seem to feel anything.

However, Fang Yiai still licked very hard, and even though Princess Wencheng was indifferent, she was still more or less moved.

Fang Yiai would dance with joy if she gave a response from time to time.

But there was another uninvited guest in the yard, he was King Wu Li Ke, who had returned to Chang'an and was standing by with his hands hanging down.

"Your Highness, how about I go in first?" Su was a little uncomfortable with this tense atmosphere.

Li Chengqian had no choice but to let her go first.

Princess Wencheng also stood up and supported the pregnant Su and slowly walked into the backyard.

As for Fang Yiai, although he really wanted to follow in, it was the inner courtyard of the Eastern Palace, and as a man he didn't dare to go in like that.

I can only choose to leave and prepare new tricks for Princess Wencheng and continue licking!

But after Su and Princess Wencheng left, Li Chengqian still did not show any expression. He just lay there with his eyes closed, resting and basking in the sun.

The two brothers were like this, one lying in the sun, while the other stood there trembling with fear.

The depressing atmosphere between the two sides was not broken until Fang Xuanling and Chu Suiliang arrived with a pile of documents.

"Your Highness..."

Li Chengqian sat up and pointed to a seat beside him, then looked at Li Ke: "You sit down and talk too!"

Li Ke then breathed a sigh of relief: "Yes, big brother!"

Fang Xuanling and Chu Suiliang looked at each other and were about to say something when Princess Jinyang Xiao Sizi also ran in.

"Oh, there are so many people here, brother, where is my sister-in-law? I want to see my unborn nephew!"

Li Chengqian was speechless and said, "How do you know it's a nephew and not a niece?"

Li Mingda chuckled: "The imperial physician said that my sister-in-law is pregnant with a boy..."

At this time, Li Mingda noticed Li Ke standing beside him.

"When did Brother Li Ke come back?"

Li Ke smiled awkwardly: "Just got back..."

"Oh, I won't pay attention to you guys. I'm going to see the baby!"

As he said that, Li Mingda jumped and ran towards the inner courtyard.

But her appearance did ease the awkward atmosphere between Li Chengqian and Li Ke.

But Li Ke was still very nervous. Seeing Fang Xuanling and Chu Suiliang coming, he quickly stood up and bowed, saying, "Brother, you have something important to discuss with the two adults. I will come back later."

Li Chengqian said calmly: "Since we are here, let's listen together!"

Li Ke was very surprised. How could he, a prince with clear evidence of treason, still be qualified to attend government affairs?

How will the prince deal with himself?

Should he be killed directly like the King of Jin and the King of Wei, or should he have some other purpose?

After they sat down, Fang Xuanling glanced at Li Ke again before turning to Li Chengqian and saying, "Your Highness, all the new grain has been distributed. Here is the list for you to review!"

Li Chengqian took it but did not look at it, but handed it to Li Ke.

"Take a look and tell me what you think?"

Everyone was stunned!

What does Prince mean?

Do we have to let King Wu take over the promotion of new grain varieties?

Li Ke was also shocked. He was a rebellious prince, so why would the crown prince let him see such an important matter?

Do you really want me to take over?

Li Ke wrote the result document tremblingly. No matter what, now the prince asked you to read it, you have to read it and express your opinion.

Rice, corn, potatoes, sweet potatoes...

At first glance, Li Ke found that they were all crops he didn't recognize.

Moreover, these grain seeds have been distributed to the Guanlong and Jingzhao gentry, as well as some farmers under the imperial farms.

The key is that the number of these grain varieties is very large. In the first sowing, each grain variety can reach an area of thousands of acres.

So where do these grains come from?

Why have I never heard of it before?

While wondering, Li Ke quickly read the document and handed it back to Li Chengqian with both hands.

"Brother, I have finished reading it."

Li Chengqian nodded: "Then tell me, what do you think?"

Li Ke cupped his hands and said, "I don't have any opinion..."

Li Chengqian did not force him, but said directly: "Then from now on, the supervision of the planting and harvesting of these new grains will be handed over to you. You don't have to go back to Sichuan, just stay in Chang'an!"

Li Ke raised his head suddenly: "Big brother, are you going to punish me?"

Li Chengqian smiled slightly: "Disposal, of course I have to deal with you. I am dealing with you. If I don't see a good harvest next year, not only will you die, but the entire Wu Wang Mansion will also die. Do you understand what I mean?"

Li Ke took a deep breath, knelt on the ground, and buried his head deeply: "Thank you, big brother, for not killing me..."

Li Chengqian waved his hand and said, "You go down first, and go and hand over to Lord Fang later. Remember, you must not get involved with people from aristocratic families in the future."

"I will bear this in mind. I will take my leave..."

Li Ke withdrew with a heart full of gratitude.

At this time Fang Xuanling asked: "Your Highness, aren't you afraid of the King of Wu..."

Before he could finish his words, Li Chengqian interrupted him and said, "The King of Wu is talented, and everyone in the world knows that. With such great talent and the fact that he is a prince, it is natural that he should be used well."

"And from the news coming from Lijing Gate, it can be seen that King Wu is not really planning a rebellion. He is just forced into a situation. I want to give him a chance..."