The person who came in was none other than Li Yuan.
He happened to pass by here just now.
When I heard about the ban on alcohol, I came right over.
A group of people bowed to Li Yuan.
But Wang Gui said: "Your Majesty, this wine must be banned, otherwise the future of the Tang Dynasty will make people feel worried!"
"Fear is what the weak do! When you encounter difficulties, you are not afraid of them, but you face them head-on! Your behavior makes you weak!"
Li Yuan talked about the truth.
In fact, his original intention was, if alcohol was really banned, what would he drink?
Now his old life is nothing more than wine and beautiful women. Without wine, he will lose a lot of fun.
This kind of life is not the life he wants.
Therefore, when Wang Gui talked about banning alcohol, he criticized and opposed it in person.
Now everyone was embarrassed.
I don’t know if Li Shimin will listen to Li Yuan.
But from now on, with Li Yuan's intervention, things may not be that simple.
Then Li Shimin still didn't speak.
At this time, Concubine Yang said: "I agree with the Emperor's opinion! When things happen, you should face them head-on instead of adopting a negative attitude."
Li Yuan gave him a grateful look.
Li Yuan had a good impression of Concubine Yang, which came from Li Min. After all, Li Min gave him many things.
Now I am standing here again.
"What do you think, my beloved concubine?"
Li Shimin asked Concubine Yang.
"Your Majesty, worry-free wine is a double-edged sword. Having it in your spare time can make people feel happy.
In normal times, drinking too much will naturally cause harm. We cannot deny its shortcomings because of its shortcomings, and we cannot stop eating because of choking! We cannot blame it and ban it just because some people have done something extraordinary!"
Li Yuan clapped his hands and applauded.
"Okay, okay, well said. It is the source of happiness for me! Without it, my life would be boring!"
Empress Changsun also stood up and said: "Your Majesty, I think what Concubine Yang said is right. This worry-free wine is a good thing if used well. It can inspire people and let them relax. After a long day's work, they can have a good rest."
, but if used incorrectly, it will hurt people."
Suddenly three people thought that alcohol should not be banned.
A high-ranking emperor came forward to oppose it. If Li Shimin still insisted on banning it, he would definitely get a reputation as unfilial.
The other two are his beloved concubine and queen.
Their opinions are equally important, especially those of Queen Changsun, which can be regarded as guidance.
But on the other side were Wang Gui and Li Chengqian, both of whom wanted to ban it.
"Father, the Supreme Emperor, and the Queen! This worry-free wine must be banned. Excessive drinking will only make people think about pleasure all day long and lose the heart of struggle. If it is banned, the economy of the Tang Dynasty will definitely grow again.
One floor! And there won’t be any incident where the minister was beaten in front of His Majesty. If this matter were to be revealed, I’m afraid it would be very embarrassing!”
If Cheng Yaojin knew this, he would be furious to death.
"I think His Highness the Crown Prince is right! This wine should be banned."
Wang Gui said.
There is an indescribable relationship between the two, especially between Li Chengqian and the Wang family.
In addition, Li Chengqian hated Li Min.
If alcohol is banned, it will be a fatal blow to Li Min.
For myself, it was a relief.
"Your Majesty, can I say something?"
Qin Qiong, who had been silent until now, spoke.
"explain!"
Li Shimin gestured to him and said.
"Yes! I thought this was not a conflict!"
"Why are there no conflicts?"
Li Shimin asked.
"First of all, it can be banned! However, the people in the court are banned. Except for the holidays granted by His Majesty, officials are not allowed to drink! This refers to officials who deal with official affairs. It does not conflict with the Supreme Emperor. The Supreme Emperor is a free and leisurely existence.
This paper ban has nothing to do with him.
Then, for the common people, they can not help it, but there is one more law. Anyone who drinks, hurts or kills others will be guilty of the same crime as a sober person! Let everyone exercise some restraint, so in this way, there is no problem at all! "
Qin Qiong spoke from the perspective of an outsider.
After all, he has no interest in anything with either party, not Li Chengqian, let alone Li Min, so he can say such a thing.
This way, it won't embarrass everyone, and at the same time, handling it this way will have the best of both worlds.
As soon as his words came out, Li Yuan raised his hands in agreement.
"I agree!"
Concubine Yang also thought it was feasible, after all, it involved Li Min's interests.
As long as Li Min's interests don't suffer too much, everything will be fine.
Queen Changsun is facing Concubine Yang.
If she doesn't say anything, Queen Changsun won't say anything either.
As for Li Chengqian and Wang Gui, they are still not satisfied.
Wang Gui said: "Your Majesty, these things are harmful to the country and the people, so they must be banned!"
"Yes, Father, we have to ban it and let Datang go further!"
Li Chengqian also said.
But their persuasion seemed so weak.
Without any factual support, Li Shimin would not consider it.
So, Li Shimin spoke.
"I think Qin Qiong is right and should be banned, but starting from the officials."
This also involves Li Shimin's vested interests.
Otherwise, if you have to do the pardon every day when you want to drink, you will have nothing to do.
Wang Gui and Li Chengqian still wanted to say something.
But Li Shimin took the lead.
"Okay, I have decided! According to my decree, starting from today, except for festivals and amnesties, all officials in the Tang Dynasty are not allowed to drink alcohol! No matter what kind of alcohol is allowed. Violators will be severely punished! As for the people, there are no restrictions!"
In this way, everyone will be happy.
"yes!"
"Okay, I don't want to talk about political affairs anymore. If you want to say anything, please tell me tomorrow morning! Everyone, please get out! I'm tired."
Li Shimin saw what Wang Gui and Li Chengqian wanted to say.
Just said that.
Wang Gui had no solution and had to retreat.
Unexpectedly, he wanted to persuade Li Shimin to ban Wuyou wine, but later, he directly banned all the wine, and he could no longer drink fruit wine.
If you hit others, you also hit yourself.
It depends on whether this wave of operations has an impact on Li Min.
As for Li Yuan, he said.
The widow left first.
You can talk among yourselves.
It was not until the next day that the ban on alcohol was issued.
The entire court officials found it incredible. When someone mentioned that it was Wang Gui's suggestion, people hated him to the core.
As for Cheng Yaojin, he was also punished by Li Shimin, but it was not painful or itchy!
The most he paid was Wang Gui's compensation of one thousand taels of silver for medical expenses.
For other beatings, Li Shimin scolded him for an hour.
In the end it came to nothing.
Also, Concubine Yang left the palace again, so she went to the group to find Li Min to talk to Li Shimin about Liuli's tax exemption.