When Li Chengqian heard Li Shimin's inquiry, he did not rush to answer, but thought carefully.
Li Shimin didn't urge him either.
The more he looks at Li Chengqian now, the more satisfied he becomes. He feels that his son is really good. He is not only respectful and filial, but also considerate of people's sentiments. He is completely transformed. However, in terms of government affairs, Li Chengqian is not as short-lived as Wang Can.
It can be reversed in a short time, but it takes time to settle, and more importantly, experience to make up for it.
Changsun Wugou sat aside and watched quietly.
Although her subordinate Li Tai was a bit eccentric and disobedient, but now that he has gone to the feudal city and has been taught by great Confucian scholars, Changsun Wuguo is not too worried.
She was looking forward to Li Chengqian's answer.
Hope it's good.
After a while, Li Chengqian said: "Father, I would like to know what the attitude of the court is now? Has the final decision been made?"
Li Shimin smiled and said: "It's just a discussion right now, there is no final decision yet. But if you ask, my father can tell you for your reference."
He didn't think Li Chengqian's request was too much.
After all, Li Chengqian had little contact with government affairs.
It’s normal to have some understanding.
The king's ability is not to be able to put forward any constructive opinions, but to be able to synthesize the opinions of all parties and form his own answer. This is the most critical thing.
If you listen both, you will be enlightened; if you believe only, you will be dark!
That's the truth.
Li Shimin said: "The current situation can be roughly divided into three situations. The first situation is to recommend the release of Tuli Khan and the return of Jieli Khan to the Turks, because there are not enough Tuli Khan and Jieli Khan now.
Out of fear, releasing them back will help promote the majesty of the Tang Dynasty and let the world know the strength of the Tang Dynasty."
"The second situation is to directly reject the suggestions of Tuli Khan and Jieli Khan, and even think that since the two of them want to return to the grassland, their ambitions must still exist. Such people cannot be kept, and they are not needed
Eradication, so it is recommended to kill two people."
"The third scenario is to still allow them to go back, but arrange for the royal family members to marry Tuli Khan and Jieli Khan to win over the two. After all, although the Turks have been destroyed, there are still tribes on the grassland. Since there are
The tribes will definitely still have strength. If the Turks are destroyed, other tribes will emerge. Therefore, it is better to block the Turks than to thin them out. It is still necessary to arrange people to take charge of the Turks. Through marriage, we can gain control of the Turks."
Li Shimin said: "Right now, in the court, there are mainly three options. Among people, the second option has the most people, because after killing two people, it will be over, and there will be no threat."
After Li Chengqian heard this, he thought quickly.
After a while, Li Chengqian said: "Father, killing Tuli Khan and Jieli Khan is actually not the best strategy, because after killing them, many herdsmen among the tribes on the grassland will hate the Tang Dynasty."
Li Shimin smiled and said: "You can see it clearly. It is true. Whether it is Jieli Khan or Tuli Khan, they are all prestigious people on the grassland. Killing them will arouse hatred and will
It makes it difficult to manage grasslands."
Li Chengqian continued: "But it is not cost-effective to let them go. According to Mr., everything in this world, no matter big or small, must be attributed to the word profit. Everything in the world is for profit, and everything in the world is for profit.
Benefit. And governing the government can actually be seen as a benefit, either for the people or for the court."
This actually has Li Chengqian’s own opinion.
However, when he was talking to Wang Can, there were some suggestions from Wang Can, so Li Chengqian said them directly.
When Li Shimin heard this, his brows rose.
He looked surprised.
What Li Chengqian said is indeed a bit shocking. But in fact, if you think about it carefully, it is indeed the case. The world is dominated by the word "profit". This is the reality.
If, as an emperor, you cannot see clearly the essence of these facts, but you believe in whatever is true, good, and beautiful, then you are a fool and a foolish emperor who is easily deceived.
Logically speaking, Li Shimin should be happy.
Because the character that Li Chengqian has shown now has the character of an adult. But as his son grew up, Li Shimin still felt a little disappointed.
Li Shimin nodded and said, "You continue."
Li Chengqian said: "So from a profit perspective, it is natural not to kill Tuli Khan and Jieli Khan. It is actually not cost-effective to let them go, because they will let the tiger return to the mountain. However, according to the third point of marriage,
The method, in fact, is still unreliable. If you can control people through marriage, then the marriages in the past dynasties have long been effective, but why have the border dangers still existed in all dynasties? So marriage is not feasible."
After a pause, Li Chengqian continued: "What's more, my sons and ministers do not agree with the marriage. If the prosperity of the country and the people of the Tang Dynasty and the long-term peace of the Tang Dynasty are maintained by women, what use are the thousands of sons and sons of the Tang Dynasty?
What is the use of monarchs and ministers?"
"When I was chatting with my husband, we mentioned marriage."
"The sacrifices for the marriage were the clan daughters of the Tang Dynasty."
"But in fact, what was broken was the dignity of the Imperial Family of the Tang Dynasty and the backbone of the Tang Dynasty. No matter when, it was extremely bad to rely on women for marriage."
Li Chengqian talked eloquently. He had so much to express now, because when chatting with Wang Can, he often heard many novel and reasonable words.
After Li Chengqian's words, Li Shimin's face became slightly solemn.
Didn't Li Shimin know that relying on a clan daughter to marry would be a loss of dignity and even a stab in the spine. Relying on women to do things and achieve goals, even if they win, is not honorable.
But this is reality.
Politics in the court are inherently based on compromise.
Li Shimin somewhat disagreed with Li Chengqian's words, but he did not dampen Li Chengqian's enthusiasm because Li Chengqian was still young and now was the time to cultivate his character. He agreed with Wang Can's cultivation.
I hope Li Chengqian can have a backbone and integrity, and also have the bearing of a prince of the Tang Dynasty.
This is what Li Shimin hopes.
If Li Chengqian is already sophisticated at such a young age and only cares about interests and not anything else, then Li Shimin will be disappointed with Li Chengqian again.
Li Shimin stroked his beard under his chin and said, "Cheng Qian, please continue."
Li Chengqian was in high spirits and looked extremely confident. Although he was Li Shimin's son, at this moment, Li Chengqian had forgotten his identity as prince and son, as if he and Li Shimin were equal.
This is how Li Chengqian feels.
So Li Chengqian had no scruples.
Li Chengqian continued: "I agree with Mr. Wang's words. The backbone of a country is a proud man. If there is no marriage, no compensation, no cession of land, no tribute, the emperor will guard the gate of the country, and the king will die in the country!"
"Only in this way can a country have cohesion."
"A king should have the magnanimity and courage of a king, and he should also have the mind of a king."
"So I don't agree with the marriage."
Li Chengqian continued: "So I think the best way is not to kill Tuli Khan and Jieli Khan, but not to make a marriage. In fact, it is to directly establish prefectures and counties on the grassland to use Tuli Khan.
Jieli Khan served in the court, and let the officials of the court serve as governors and county magistrates, responsible for local governance. Even if the grassland is vast, one county and one state can be wider. In short, no matter what, first
The area was brought under the rule of the Tang Dynasty. Once officials from the Tang Dynasty came to serve, it would be slowly assimilated. In a word, it is absolutely impossible to let the tiger return to the mountain."
"Okay, okay, okay!"
When Li Shimin heard this, he applauded and applauded.
Because Li Chengqian's words showed the magnanimity of a king, even after Li Shimin heard it, he felt that as a king, he should be like this. This is what a king should have.
After Li Chengqian finished speaking, his breath recovered, and his arrogance of pointing the country disappeared, and he became humble, and said: "Father, in fact, many of the suggestions came from my husband. I only have some basic ideas."
Li Shimin said: "No matter what, you always have your thoughts on this. Chengqian, you are a very good boy."
Li Chengqian said: "Father, you are so complimentary."
Changsun Wugou sat aside with a look of relief on his face. His son was like this, so he was relieved. Only then did Changsun Wugou say: "Chengqian, you have a day off today, and the military training is over.
Then the next new training will definitely not be easy, because Wang Can’s training is very targeted. You must continue to work hard and not relax, do you understand?"
Li Chengqian said: "I understand, it is my blessing to be with my husband. What's more, this is only three months. When this time is over, I guess my husband will not take me with him again."
Knowledge has been imparted to me by those around me. Therefore, I will definitely study hard during this period of time, and I will definitely not disappoint my husband’s teachings, nor the expectations of my father and those behind the scenes.”
Changsun Wugou said with emotion: "My son has grown up, he has really grown up."
Li Shimin smiled and said: "I have a beautiful son!"
Both husband and wife were overjoyed.
Li Chengqian was sitting below, but he felt a little uncomfortable because it was the first time he heard these compliments. Of course, he was still happy because he had the approval of his father and mother.
Changsun Wugou suddenly said: "Your Majesty, Cheng Qian is not young now. Moreover, Cheng Qian is the prince, so he should be able to choose a concubine now. This matter can be put on the agenda."
Li Shimin said: "Guanyin Maid has arranged it."
Changsun Wujia nodded.
After Li Chengqian heard this, he didn't say anything. As a prince, it was impossible for him to live without a princess, so Li Chengqian was mentally prepared for this.
After all, the candidates for the crown prince and crown princess of a country are selected from thousands of people, and all factors must be considered, and it is impossible to be arbitrary. So Li Chengqian did not say anything.
He chatted with Li Shimin and Changsun Wugou about other daily matters, and left after lunch.