Cheng Yaojin agreed, his face red with excitement and his neck thick, and he wished he could attack Tubo now.
"No! Your Majesty, let me come! I have fought against Tibet for many years, and I already have enough experience!"
At this time, all the generals were fighting to attack Tubo, and each one said he could do it.
His Majesty Li Er was very satisfied with the performance of the generals, but he shook his head and said: "I don't have that many troops, only one hundred thousand!"
One hundred thousand?!
Upon hearing this number, the generals who had just asked for help were stunned, thinking that His Majesty Li Er had made a mistake.
As for Tubo, they have fought many large and small battles with them over the years, so they are definitely a tough nut to crack.
One hundred thousand soldiers and horses? It seems a bit insufficient.
Logically speaking, His Majesty Li Er is also proficient in military affairs, so he shouldn't not know the truth behind this. Why did he suddenly act so irrationally?!
Before they could raise any questions, His Majesty Li Er continued: "I have also made a decision regarding the request of the Siyi tribes in the grassland."
"If they want to live in the customs, I will give it to them!"
"However, since they choose to surrender, they must show some sincerity!"
"In this attack on Tubo, I plan to recruit 150,000 soldiers from among them and prepare our own rations to set off from the northwest plateau to give me 100,000 soldiers of the Tang Dynasty to fight in the front line!"
Upon hearing this, the civil servants could not sit still!
"Your Majesty, now that the barbarians have just surrendered, if we treat them like this, I'm afraid some of them will rebel against you!"
"Rebellion in the heart?!"
His Majesty Li Er narrowed his eyes, snorted coldly, and said: "I hope someone can jump out to resist, so that I can establish my authority!"
"Inform all tribes about this matter. Anyone who disobeys the order will have the entire tribe killed!"
"This battle should be regarded as their surrender to the Tang Dynasty. Tell them that they can share 20% of the gains from pacifying Tibet!"
"And, from now on, as long as the nobles from the grassland pass the examination, they can come to settle in the pass, and those who are capable can also join the court as officials!"
With a stick in one hand and candies in the other, His Majesty Li Er's operation can be said to amaze everyone!
You know, although attacking Tubo is a tiring job, the 20% share is definitely a lot!
Originally, some civil servants wanted to refute, but now they all kept their mouths shut.
For a while, they really couldn't find any flaws in His Majesty Li Er's decision.
Recruiting grassland tribes can not only increase the army's expenditure, but also save the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty from shedding a lot of blood.
It really kills two birds with one stone!
After figuring out the pros and cons, many ministers raised their heads in shock and looked at His Majesty Li Er!
In the future, as more and more countries surrender to the Tang Dynasty, wouldn’t it mean that soldiers from the Tang Dynasty will no longer need to be used in future wars?!
Just like the snowball, it gets bigger and bigger!
It’s completely beneficial without any harm!
Now, the ministers looked at His Majesty Li Er not only with respect, but also with a hint of horror!
His Majesty Li Er has been coming up with endless schemes these days, which is really hard for them to accept.
What surprised them even more was that Wei Zheng, who had always been opposed to His Majesty Li Er, actually spoke up!
"Your Majesty, this plan is indeed a good one, and I am sincerely convinced!"
It has to be said that Wei Zheng is really a great assist. As soon as he appeared, all the ministers became more and more convinced of His Majesty Li Er's decision!
You see, even Wei Zheng, who has always been a stickler for the past, thinks this is a good plan. Is there anything wrong with that?!
However, those who advocated tolerance of the grassland tribes were panicked.
They all looked frequently at their spiritual leader, Fang Xuanling.
But who would have thought that the latter was looking at his nose and his nose at this moment, and he had no intention of speaking at all!
Just like that, amidst the praises, the matter was decided happily!
"Okay! It's decided then!"
"Hou Junji, Li Jing, you two will be in charge of this war to eliminate Tubo!"
"As soon as the exact news about Tubo comes back, we will march immediately to attack Tibet!"
Hou Junji and Li Jing accepted the order.
"Yes! I obey your order!"
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will be honored to live up to my mission!"
Due to the appearance of the square cabinet, the national treasury was increasingly full. The ministers did not ask about the food and grass this time. His Majesty Li Er was also happy to be at ease and did not say anything more.
"Is there any objection?"
His Majesty Li Er's thoughts are clear now and he is in a very happy mood.
"Your Majesty, the Tibetan envoy will arrive in Chang'an in half a month. What will be done then?" asked the minister of Honglu Temple, cupping his hands.
"Proceed according to the original plan first, don't try to alert the enemy."
"I understand!"
"If nothing happens, please retreat from the court. Duke Liang will come to see me in the imperial study."
Having said that, His Majesty Li Er stood up and left.
Then, many ministers who were still in a state of confusion also retreated and found someone to discuss the matter passionately.
His Majesty Li Er's successive ingenious strategies have frightened them quite a bit, and they need to take a break.
For a time, the image of His Majesty Li Er in their hearts was not only tall, but also a little mysterious.
After leaving the Tai Chi Hall, Changsun Wuji and Wei Zheng had wry smiles on their faces.
Ever since Su Chen from Wannian County appeared, they themselves seemed to be a bit behind the times and couldn't keep up with the pace of this era.
If Su Chen could become an official in the court, wouldn't they have no choice but to help him?!
Thinking of this, the two looked at each other and shook their heads at the same time.
If it is true as His Majesty Li Er said, if the Tang Dynasty can regain this capable person, it will achieve an immortal and prosperous age!
Royal study room.
His Majesty Li Er and Fang Xuanling sat opposite each other.
"Xuanling, we have known each other for some years, right?
"Reporting to Your Majesty, it has been twelve years."
Fang Xuanling was very confused. His Majesty Li Er called him over alone without saying anything. Why did he start chatting about family matters instead?
"You and I can be considered friends since we were young, and we have been together till now."
"The prosperity of the Tang Dynasty is due to you!"
The acquaintance between Li Shimin and Fang Xuanling has always been a story that people talk about.
Back then, when Li Shimin was just a teenager, Fang Xuanling, who was in his thirties, came to the door and had a pleasant conversation with the young Li Shimin. Since then, he has been with Li Shimin until now.
He has always been Li Shimin's important right-hand man.
It can be said that without Fang Xuanling, there would be no Li Shimin today!
In private, Li Shimin treated him politely.
"Now, I have a task to entrust to you!"
"Are you willing to help me?!"
His Majesty Li Er said in a deep voice with a very serious expression!
"Your Majesty, I will never give up even if I die!"
Without any hesitation, Fang Xuanling said loudly.
Based on his interactions with His Majesty Li Er over the years, I don’t know what he was talking about.
