"But in recent years, after experiencing several disasters, their livelihood may be in question?"
"When the time comes, we will definitely go south to plunder again. This is an indisputable fact!"
Su Chen's words made Li Shimin and Wei Zheng fall into deep contemplation.
Yes, the Turks live a lifestyle of only grazing and not farming.
After encountering natural or man-made disasters, the only option is aggression.
Even though the Eastern Turks have been destroyed now, there is still the Western Turks behind!
Even if Datang could resist for a while, it could not resist for a lifetime!
There is always a time when one is exhausted!
"I think your problem is not difficult to solve. I heard that the imperial court is going to set up a protective palace in the north to govern the Turkic grasslands. By then, all the problems you mentioned will be easily solved!"
Wei Zheng thought for a long time before speaking.
Regarding the matter of the Duhufu, the Zhongshu Province is still under discussion and has not yet reached a final conclusion.
Now he is throwing it out just to test Su Chen.
"Duhufu? It's just treating the symptoms but not the root cause!" Su Chen said disdainfully.
"Appreciate further details!"
Wei Zheng was not angry either, but said solemnly.
Regarding the establishment of the Beiting Protectorate, the Zhongshu Province has been arguing endlessly, each holding its own opinion.
Currently, there are the most objections.
Because the Tang Dynasty is currently in its early stages of construction, there are not enough officials, and the national power is also slightly empty.
Second, establishing the Beiting Protectorate will undoubtedly consume a lot of manpower and financial resources.
Moreover, the East Turks have just been defeated. Even if they want to make a comeback, it will take several years or even ten years. It is too early to do so now!
Historically, the Beiting Protectorate was actually established during the period of Wu Zetian.
Although most people opposed it, Wei Zheng himself advocated the establishment of a Protectorate, but unfortunately he did not have many supporters.
He wanted to see if the somewhat arrogant young man in front of him was really capable of controlling this arrogance!
"Establishing the Protectorate at this time will cause huge losses and low profits. The two are completely out of proportion!"
"It's better to send troops to station here!" Su Chen said.
really!
The talent mentioned by company commander Sun Wuji also thinks so!
It seems that my plan is indeed not feasible.
Wei Zheng suddenly felt a little depressed, so everyone was not optimistic about his idea...
"but!"
Su Chen changed the subject and said, "I personally think that this Protectorate must be established!"
Because according to historical records, although in the third year of Zhenguan, the Eastern Turks were destroyed.
But in the following decades, the Turks continued to plunder the north on a small scale.
For the entire Tang Dynasty, this may just be an unimportant matter.
But for the local people, this is a life-and-death disaster!
Su Chen has lamented countless times that the Beiting Protectorate should have been established thirty years in advance!
"Although I said that I would establish a Protectorate, its role is not to govern the Eastern Turks!"
"But to completely conquer the Eastern Turks!"
Although Su Chen spoke in a calm tone, anyone could hear the overwhelming pride in it!
"It's just a fantasy. You know, the Mongolian plateau is so vast. How can it be possible to achieve the so-called conquest?"
"With the military strength of the Tang Dynasty, it is impossible to annihilate them in one fell swoop!"
Wei Zheng shook his head and said it was not feasible.
"Old Wei, you are the frog in the well. When you talk about conquest, do you mean to conquer by force of force?"
"What I'm talking about is a conquest both physically and mentally, a conquest that makes them obediently become vassals of the Tang Dynasty!"
With that said, Su Chen picked up a bottle of fine wine and poured a glass for several adults.
"It's bad, my old habit has happened again. Once I start talking, I can't stop."
"Come on, come on, have a drink, why are we worrying so much about the emperor!"
Conquer the body and spirit together?!
At this moment, Su Chen's words just now lingered in Wei Zheng's mind.
But no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't figure out what Su Chen really meant.
Is there really a way to completely conquer the rebellious Turks?
"Ahem!"
At this time, His Majesty Li Er coughed lightly and winked at Wei Zheng.
Wei Zheng understood this and said, "Master Su, I'm sorry for my stupidity, but I really don't believe there is such a good cure!"
"Are you talking arrogantly?!"
At this moment, Wei Zheng had already formally treated Su Chen, even calling him "Master Su".
The next sentence he said was a provocative method, and he was eager to learn from Su Chen how to completely conquer the Turks!
It has to be said that Wei Zheng's method of stimulating generals is indeed effective.
Su Chen shook his head and said with an inexplicable smile: "Are you talking arrogantly?"
"Old sir, kid, I never speak out. If you don't believe it, forget it!"
"I just feel that no matter how extravagant my words are, it won't change the status quo!"
There's drama!
His Majesty Li Er was overjoyed and hurriedly said: "Su Xiaoyou, I think you are also a person with great ambitions and unwilling to be ordinary."
"With your talent, if you can become an official, you can definitely change the current situation!"
"As long as you are willing, I can recommend you to be an official, what do you say?!"
After listening to Su Chen's words, His Majesty Li Er is certain of one thing!
That means Su Chen absolutely cares about Datang and its people!
This is the perfect time for him to seize the opportunity to win over!
"Don't talk about this again!"
"Lao Li, I appreciate your kindness. Please don't mention some of your words again!"
Su Chen still declined, with a hint of dissatisfaction in his tone.
"Young man, why are you doing this?"
Wei Zheng was already a little displeased. His Majesty Li Er personally extended an olive branch, but Su Chen still looked ungrateful!
Could it be that you feel satisfied with giving up the throne to you?
From Wei Zheng's point of view, even if Su Chen was a little arrogant, it was almost enough.
He looks completely ignorant now!
But after all, he is a talent that His Majesty Li Er values, so Wei Zheng added in a gentle manner.
"Being an official doesn't seem to have any impact on you, right? Why are you so resistant?"
"Hey, you really should stop trying to persuade me. In fact, I don't have any special reason. The main reason is that I don't like Li Er, so I don't want to go out and give him advice!"
"You want me to come out? Let's wait until one of his sons succeeds to the throne!"
Su Chen picked up a piece of beef and said casually, then started to eat happily.
puff!
puff!
After hearing what Su Chen said, Wei Zheng and Li Er, who were eating, both squirted!
Treason!
After hearing this, Wei Zheng suddenly felt his scalp numb!
