His Majesty Li Er has a broad mind and is willing to share wealth and honor with his old friends who have been with him through life and death. It is his own fault that Hou Junji was killed. No matter how generous the emperor is, he cannot tolerate conspiracy and rebellion. But even so, in any dynasty, it is not possible
Although the barbarians committed a major crime of annihilating three tribes, His Majesty Li Er still left a bloodline for Hou Junji, and his son was exiled to the army and exiled to Danzhou.
But this does not mean that he is soft-hearted.
Is it possible for a soft-hearted and capable person to murder brothers, force his father to abdicate, and cut off his entire family?
He knows that there are still undercurrents in the court, or they are not convinced by the methods he used to seize the throne, or they may covet the position of prince. There is a group of Zicheng foxes and rats hiding in the darkness, watching his every move all the time.
, as long as there is a slight loophole, it will break out of the ground and show its fangs.
The imperial commander's personal expedition was the best opportunity he gave these people...
Therefore, how to choose the personnel who will go out with him and stay behind to supervise the country is very involved. Even if His Majesty Li Er is confident and arrogant, he must be cautious to prevent the development of the situation from going beyond his control.
Facing Li Ji's inquiry, he said calmly: "This matter is not urgent. There are still several months before the expedition. This period of time is enough for me to think carefully and avoid omissions. As for the grain and grass hoarding in Guanzhong... this is the royal water."
Regarding matters within the division, it is currently freezing in Guanzhong and the sky is covered with snow and wind. However, over in the South China Sea, the sun is shining brightly and the grass is luxuriant. The rain is abundant and there are countless fertile fields. Food is ripe several times a year. As long as the sea route can be kept open, no amount of food will be needed.
Got it? Mao Gong, you are the chief assistant, and all you need to do is write the Royal Navy in the political hall. Although Fang Jun does whatever he wants, his ability to do things is still extremely stable."
Li Ji nodded and said yes, pondered for a moment, and then said: "Fang Jun's ability to do things is certainly outstanding. Not to mention that no one among the young officials can match him. Even if we look at the civil and military affairs of the dynasty, he is also a first-class talent. However,
After all, it is inevitable for young people to act impulsively. When Your Majesty goes on a personal expedition, most of the army of the Sixteenth Guards will inevitably go to Liaodong, and the deployment of troops and personnel are all the responsibility of the Ministry of War. Your Majesty... still needs to think about it. After all, Fang Jun
I have deep grievances with Guan Long, but I can do everything fairly and always put the overall situation first."
"Haha, my dear, isn't this a case of accusing Fang Jun behind his back? Be careful when that guy hears about it, he will get angry and won't be done with you."
Li Ji said with emotion: "To be fair to your majesty, although Wei Chen dared to call himself an elder in front of that guy, and he was always respectful to Wei Chen, but if he knew that Wei Chen said these words behind his back, he would really be able to jump up and down.
He is tall enough to be a foot high, and he will not let go of his subordinates. However, this Eastern Expedition is an extremely important event for the empire, and there must be no omissions. It must be ensured, otherwise the consequences will be unbearable. For the foundation of the empire, and for your majesty’s grand plan
, A humble minister has the important responsibility of picking up the missing pieces and filling in the gaps. How dare he ignore the possible crisis because of his personal feelings? This is not the duty of a minister."
Putting the tea cup on the table, His Majesty Li Er nodded happily and said: "I am just a joker, how can I not know how to appreciate your loyalty to the country? Don't worry, I will give Fang Jun a beating in this regard, so be sure to
The interests of the empire come first and all personal grudges are put aside.”
Li Ji stood up and saluted, bowed to the ground and said: "Your Majesty is the Holy Lord of the ages. His civilized and martial virtues are rare in ancient and modern times, and he is a truly wise king of the past! What an honor it is for me to be able to assist Your Majesty in developing great achievements that have never been seen in the ages? I will definitely work hard and dedicate myself to it.
I don’t accept His Majesty’s trust!”
"Haha, you and I have been in love with each other for decades, why do you say such disgusting words? Everyone in the government and the public says that Fang Jun is a treacherous minister who flatters his superiors with slanderous words and shameless flattery. He is enough, Mao
Be sure not to let the censors know what Gong said, otherwise you will suffer a lot!"
The king and his ministers looked at each other and laughed.
After Li Ji left, His Majesty Li Er slowly drank tea, picked up a piece of snack and chewed it slowly, his eyes gradually narrowed.
It was indeed a wise decision for the imperial commander to go on a personal expedition. Look, even Li Ji, who had always been prudent and self-protective, jumped out like a mud tire. However, based on his understanding of Li Ji and several reports from the "Hundred Cavalry Division", it can be inferred
, this interview may not be Li Ji's original intention, but the Shandong aristocratic families who have entanglements with him are behind it.
The Guanlong nobles who are the core of the Sixteenth Guards, the Shandong aristocratic families who are unwilling to stay dormant and want to take advantage of the opportunity of the Eastern Expedition to make a comeback, and the Jiangnan nobles who focus on collecting money and grain...
Can’t help but want to jump out?
A cold smile escaped from the corners of His Majesty Li Er's lips, but his eyes became brighter and brighter.
At the same time, he remembered that Fang Jun sent people to the palace a few days ago to report that there were urgent matters that he must go to Huating Town immediately, and he would explain after the matters were settled.
What is it that makes me rush to Huating Town without even having time to report to the palace?
He said that some soldiers heading to America had returned, and he was going to greet them. He also said that if things went well, he would give himself a gift that would shock the past and the present... That bastard is really unworthy of a man. As an emperor, I am rich.
In the world, even if it is a precious gift, how can it be called "shaking the past and sparkling the present" in his eyes?
If there really is such a thing, it is probably the only jade seal made by the First Emperor using He's jade, which is "ordered by heaven, and will live long and prosperous"...
His Majesty Li Er burst into laughter.
The jade seal passed down from the Han Dynasty has disappeared since the end of the Han Dynasty. All the ones circulated in the world were eventually proven to be forgeries. The authentic ones have long been buried under the thick dust of history due to countless wars. If not for a great opportunity, they would not be available.
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It can be encountered but cannot be sought.
Besides...which state is America?
His Majesty Li Er frowned. He was sure that there was no such place name within the territory of the Tang Dynasty. Maybe it was the name of a Nanyang country?
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Fang Jun felt that his heart was about to jump out. He swallowed hard and ordered the warship to sail slowly towards the dilapidated fleet on the shore.
The warships responsible for guarding the sea immediately separated into two ships and came closer. When the soldiers discovered Fang Jun and Pei Xingjian standing side by side on the bow of the ship, they quickly blew their horns, and the sound of "woo woo" horns resounded across the sea.
The warship immediately raised its sails and made way for a passage, allowing Fang Jun's warship to sail straight into the warning circle.
The closer he got to those dilapidated ships, the more nervous Fang Jun became, and his breathing became rapid.
Did this fleet reach America?
Have you obtained the plants you asked for?
No one knows better than Fang Jun what it will mean to the Tang Dynasty and the entire Chinese nation once food such as corn, potatoes, and sweet potatoes are obtained!
If he really gets it, Fang Jun can optimistically predict that within a hundred years, the population of the Tang Dynasty will be enough to exceed 100 million!
What does a population of 100 million mean for the earth in the seventh century?
It will be an undisputed and irresistible global hegemon! The Tang Dynasty can direct its troops to any powerful empire in the world, can have an army of millions to ravage all land, and can allow the Han people to colonize the entire land under the sky!
Pei Xingjian next to him looked at Fang Jun, who was trembling all over, and was completely baffled...
It's just an expedition fleet. Even if it is ordered to go somewhere to find a certain rare treasure and has already obtained it, it won't be like this, right?
With suspicion, he had already approached the warships.
Fang Jun has already issued a military order. Once the fleet returns, it will immediately be treated as an emergency military operation of the Navy. The highest level of confidentiality measures will be taken. Except for necessary medical treatment and food supply, no one in the fleet will be allowed to leave the ship, and no one on the shore will be allowed to leave.
Don't approach without reason, anyone who violates this rule will be killed without mercy!
Therefore, it was the first time that Pei Xingjian approached...
When the warship they were riding on approached the fleet, the sound of the horn clearly attracted the ship's attention. Several people walked out of the cabin, slowly leaned against the side of the ship, and looked over.
Pei Xingjian's pupils shrank in an instant!
What kind of person is this?!
The clothes on his body were in tatters, with strands of rags covering his shameless areas, and most of the rest were exposed to the cold sea breeze. There was a heavy lifelessness in his dark skin, and a thin layer of skin
Wrapping the frame, no trace of muscle can be seen at all.
One of them had a deep sunken cheek, and the eyeball in one of his eye sockets was gone. Even the rotten flesh seemed to have been gouged out, leaving only a dark hole. Fortunately, there were a few weed-like growths growing out of his shaved head.
Short hair, otherwise looking from a distance, it looks like a skeleton emerging from the graveyard in the middle of the night...
What kind of suffering did these people go through to be tortured like this?