Hearing this, His Majesty Li Er was very puzzled and asked: "Why is this? Do you think Hou Junji has different intentions?"
Su Chen shook his head and said: "That's not what I meant. I just meant that the battle lines will become farther and farther away in the future, and the combat cycle will become longer and longer. These things must be prepared for rainy days. Soldiers who have been away from home for too long will become wild."
“In order to prevent uncontrollable things from happening, it’s best to plan in advance.”
Hearing what he said, His Majesty Li Er couldn't help but frown, feeling that what Su Chen said seemed to make sense.
Although Hou Junji has no objections now, who can say for sure in the future?
He still needs to be more careful about this.
Moreover, Su Chen said something very well.
The war in the future will be completely different from the previous war.
The furthest war that the Tang Dynasty experienced in recent years was the Eastern Conquest of Goguryeo.
He personally took command that time, and even long after he came back, he still felt like he was in another world. And when he goes to attack Dashi and Tianzhu in the future, the distance will be farther, so the mood of the soldiers still has to be taken into consideration.
As this territory becomes larger, the management methods can no longer remain the same as before, and corresponding changes must be made.
After thinking for a long time, His Majesty Li Er said: "Then who do you think is appropriate to send this time?"
"Just choose Su Dingfang." Su Chen said casually.
His Majesty Li Er asked: "He has only served as Li Jing's general, is he qualified for this position?"
Su Chen replied: "I just mentioned it casually. I have some impression of him and he seems to have some abilities. If you have a better candidate, you can replace him."
His Majesty Li Er nodded.
"But, Li Jing, forget it."
Su Chen took a bite of food and added: "The strength of the Tianzhu people is not too strong. We should take this opportunity to train more generals. In the future, we will fight large-scale wars. If there are only two or three people in the Tang Dynasty who are capable
Generals with experience in commanding large armies are too inefficient."
Su Chen's words are not exaggerated at all.
Historically, when the Tang Dynasty attacked Goguryeo, Li Jing was too old to move, and Hou Junji was also killed for rebellion.
In desperation, Li Er, who was in his fifties and had a big belly, took the imperial chariot to conquer Goguryeo in person.
At that time, there was only Li Er in the entire Tang Dynasty. Li Jing and Hou Junji were the only three people who could command an army of 100,000 people.
Su Chen was very unhappy about this.
There was absolutely an opportunity to train many capable generals, but Li Er just grabbed a few and reused them, which ultimately led to a waste of talents. Isn't this an act of mischief?
For example, Su Dingfang, who he just mentioned, although he is still very young and not as qualified as the generals like Hou Junji and Li Jing, as long as he is given time and opportunity, he can definitely grow into the next Li Jing.
Regarding Su Chen's suggestion, His Majesty Li Er considered it carefully for a long time before saying, "Okay, then I will find an opportunity to test Su Dingfang and see if he has the skills to leave."
Su Chen nodded casually and continued eating.
If Changsun Wuji and others were here at this time, they would definitely be shocked.
When did His Majesty Li Er become so easy to talk to?
They had raised this issue before and suggested that Your Majesty reuse more young generals and not stick to one or two, otherwise it might lead to a situation where the troops are too self-respecting.
But His Majesty Li Er never agreed.
It has been emphasized more than once that the lives of the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty cannot be let down, and they must use their full strength in every battle!
But Su Chen made His Majesty Li Er change his mind with just a few words. This is completely impossible in the eyes of many people!
After agreeing on how to deal with the Tianzhu people, the two of them stopped thinking about it.
Filling another glass of wine, His Majesty Li Er asked: "Then let's talk about your marriage to Li Zhi."
"When do you plan to hold it?"
After the rain in Chang'an City, the air was filled with the refreshing smell that had not been seen for a long time. The windows of the imperial study room were open, and the cool breeze mixed with the faint moonlight shone into the house.
Su Chen, who was eating vegetables, couldn't help but shiver. He didn't know whether it was because he was surprised by Li Er's words, or because he was a little chilled by the wind.
"I discussed it with Guanyin and concluded that the 23rd of the twelfth lunar month is a good day."
His Majesty Li Er continued: "Aren't you good at divination to see if this day is suitable?"
"Twenty-third of the twelfth lunar month?" Su Chen muttered.
Then there are only two months left?
Suddenly, Su Chen felt like he was in a trance.
Although I had already prepared myself mentally, I was still a little nervous at this moment.
Counting two lifetimes together, this is also Su Chen's first marriage.
He really has no experience in getting married.
After thinking for a while, Su Chen nodded slowly and said, "Okay."
After saying that, he and His Majesty Li Er breathed a sigh of relief at the same time.
For Su Chen, this matter has been decided long ago.
Princess Changle is a rare good girl, pure and gentle, and she is also beautiful. He is very satisfied.
Although Su Chen has been in Datang for several years, he feels that he has not been able to truly integrate into it and has always looked at people and things with an outsider's mentality.
This is fine for a short period of time, but if it takes a long time, something will inevitably happen.
Get married, have children, settle down, and officially start a new life...
This all seems interesting...
Su Chen couldn't help but reveal a smile.
His Majesty Li Er's thoughts at this time were somewhat similar to Su Chen's.
He also vaguely felt that Su Chen seemed to have swelled...
Although Su Chen did many things for Datang, His Majesty Li Er still felt uneasy at many times.
Only after Su Chen got married and left a blood heir could he truly relax.
His Majesty Li Er nodded heavily and said: "It is better to choose a day than to hit the sun. Let the Ministry of Rites start preparations tomorrow."
"Then is there anything I need to prepare?" Su Chen asked.
To be honest, he only knew that the ancient marriage process was very cumbersome, but he didn't understand the specific cumbersome method at all.
Because of his high status, he had never really participated in the villagers' weddings in Zhuangzi before. This time it was his turn, and he would inevitably be a little at a loss.
As if seeing the tension deep in Su Chen's eyes, His Majesty Li Er couldn't help but smile and said: "I will specially arrange manpower to help you with this matter, don't worry."
"I'm afraid, I've always wanted to ask you something, that is..."
"Are your parents still there?"
Hearing this, Su Chen was stunned for a moment, and then said with some disappointment: "He is no longer here."
Since he traveled through time, except for the property of Sujiazhuang and the old housekeeper, he has never met any so-called blood parents.
