When the emperor comes to modern times, history collapses!

Prince of Jin Yang Guang looked at the three Empress Xiaos and it would be a lie to say he was not envious.

During the Kaihuang period, Empress Dugu treated Yang Jian and several princes very strictly.

Especially when it comes to women!

There is an interesting record in "Book of Sui": Emperor Wen of Sui, Yang Jian, once visited a beautiful palace maid when Empress Dugu was away for something. When Empress Dugu learned the news, she became jealous and killed the palace maid.

Yang Jian was furious: "I just had sex with a palace maid and you killed her right after. You didn't give me any face. I am still the emperor after all! How can you let the officials see me if you can't even protect a palace maid?"

This day is really unbearable.

He was reluctant to punish Empress Dugu and was so angry that the more he thought about it, the more depressed he became. He even didn't want to be the emperor anymore. He rode out of the palace on a horse and ran for more than twenty miles in the valley before he stopped.

Later, he returned after being persuaded by his ministers.

After returning to the palace, he apologized tearfully.

Empress Dugu had considerable power and could even influence the selection of the crown prince.

If Prince of Jin Yang Guang wants to compete for the throne, he must not do anything that would displease Empress Dugu.

Apart from the princess, there were no other concubines. Even the maids in the palace were very few, and they were all big and strong servants.

It was just to please Empress Dugu.

And it has been the same for more than ten years.

Now seeing that Yang Guang had three Empress Xiaos during the reign of Emperor Daye, even if the three palaces and six courtyards were all just decorations, there were at least three queens.

Li Yuan was also shocked.

He couldn't help but look at his cousin, thinking how nice it would be if he had three Dous.

Yang Guang thought of his father, Emperor Yang Jian, who, under the oppression of Empress Dugu, had three palaces and six courtyards that were just a decoration.

Dare not to provoke Yang Jian: "Father, you have misunderstood me. I have no intention of showing off. The more queens, the better. Father, you can think about what your life would be like if you had three mothers."

Yang Jian held his chin and thought seriously.

One Queen Dugu is enough to kill me. If there are three Queen Dugu, fuck it. What's the point of living then?

When the picture appeared, Yang Jian couldn't help but tremble.

Quickly divert your attention.

He discovered that there were other maps hanging on the wall, and the world map among them attracted Yang Jian's attention.

"This is?"

Yang Guang introduced: "Father, this is a world map. The small piece on the top is the territory of the Great Sui Dynasty."

Looking at the Great Sui Dynasty that occupied a small area, Yang Jian and the other two were in disbelief.

"How is it possible that the Great Sui Dynasty is only this big!"

"It's not even one tenth of the world's!"

"Is this large area the sea? People say the sea is vast, but I didn't expect it to be so huge, much larger than the Sui Dynasty."

"Why does it look like a circle? Isn't the sky round and the earth square?"

Yang Guang explained: "In fact, the earth beneath our feet is a sphere, but it is so huge that we can't feel it."

Yang Jian looked doubtful: "How is it possible? If it is a sphere, wouldn't the people on the other side fall off?"

Yang Guang had this question before, and even asked specifically: "It is because of the effect of the earth's gravity."

"Gravity?"

There was confusion in the eyes of the Kaihuang trio.

"Look, Father, when you throw this bead, it will fall to the ground. Have you ever thought about why it falls to the ground instead of flying upwards?"

Yang Jian said, "Nonsense, if it doesn't fall on the ground, it can't fall in the sky, right? Lao Er, do you have a problem with your brain?"

Yang Guang was speechless and really didn't know how to explain.

"In short, the earth beneath our feet is round, just like the moon. It's hard to explain the details in a short time. We need to change our thinking first."

Yang Jian narrowed his eyes slightly: "Why, do you mean that father is not very knowledgeable?"

Yang Guang hurriedly shook his head: "That's not what I meant. By the way, Father, do you want to take a rest? I can make arrangements here."

"When did your mother die?" Yang Jian asked calmly.

"The second year of Renshou."

The Kaihuang trio was stunned for a moment, and Yang Jian was a little confused: "The second year of Renshou?"

Yang Guang explained: "In the 20th year of Kaihuang, my father changed the reign title to Renshou. Maybe my father hasn't changed it yet."

Yang Jian's eyes flickered with a wave of emotion: "I see, I didn't expect Jia Luo to leave so early. Oh, by the way, arrange ten for Father first!"

Yang Guang hurriedly dissuaded him: "Father, please be restrained. Ten is too many. I'm afraid something might happen."

After arranging Yang Jian, Yang Guang looked at himself, who was still the Prince of Jin, and asked, "Do you want to come too?"

Jin Wang Yang Guang shook his head: "No, I don't like women!"

"You are me and I am you. If anyone doesn't understand the other, I will arrange a hundred for you!"

Jin Wang Yang Guang was stunned for a moment and then yelled: "Do you want me to die so that you can have a fourth queen?"

Yang Guang looked embarrassed, and was discovered: "You think too much."

Jin Wang Yang Guang sneered: "Just like you said, you are me and I am you, who doesn't understand who!"

"Let them come together. I want to see if they can kill me!"

Taking Yang Jian to visit Daye and Sui for a few days, Yang Jian also gained some understanding of the Sui Dynasty of this era.

There were many unfamiliar faces in the court, including several women.

This surprised Yang Jian very much. He had never thought that a woman would be able to enter the court.

However, those once familiar officials from aristocratic families have disappeared.

The entire court became much clearer and more efficient.

Cases of corruption and bribery were almost extinct, which made Yang Jian sigh.

Officials now disclose their family property status, and there is a strict assessment system at the end of the year.

If you want to get promoted, do your job honestly.

In other dynasties in later generations, Yang Guang saw many good systems, but they were not effectively implemented.

Here, Yang Guang has the final say. He has established a strict reward and punishment system and cooperates with the Jinyiwei. Anyone who dares to disobey will be taken away!

The court documents were also very orderly, without any confusion or redundancy. All documents were written to the point, and no one was allowed to show off their literary talent in the documents. If necessary, they could go to other specialized places to show their talents.

In addition, schools were established in all counties and prefectures of the Sui Dynasty, requiring all children of school age to attend school and receive compulsory education for at least ten years. The schools also provided free food and accommodation.

After compulsory education, if you pass the exams, you can go to university to continue your studies.

Or learn a skill to support your family.

The implementation of this education system has greatly improved the talent pool of the Sui Dynasty and laid a solid foundation for the development of the country. Yang Jian looked at all this and was filled with emotion. He realized that the Sui Dynasty today was completely different from the one he remembered. This new Sui Dynasty was full of vitality and was moving towards a more prosperous and powerful direction.

There have been tremendous changes in the economy.

The imperial court strongly supported the development of commerce, but the prerequisite was that taxes had to be paid according to the law, and even the royal family was no exception.

Even the textile factory managed by Empress Xiao had to pay not a penny less in taxes, otherwise it would face severe punishment and might even be thrown into jail.

On one occasion, Empress Xiao failed to pay enough taxes and was imprisoned for half a month.

There are many fines, labor reforms, notices of criticism, etc.

Yang Guang's son, Prince of Qi Yang Ling, was also used as a negative example by Yang Guang because he forgot to pay taxes. He was sent to prison for three months of reform.

When the other ministers saw that even Empress Xiao was punished, they kept reminding themselves that times had changed and the old almanac had to be changed, otherwise they would not know when they would be arrested.

Commercial taxes are so high that they are almost excruciating, far exceeding agricultural taxes.

Let Yang Guang's treasury be filled so that he no longer has to worry about having a few more poor relatives.

Yang Jian went to the industrial zone to inspect and saw machines producing a variety of items. He was shocked by the efficiency of the machines. He no longer had any doubts about Yang Guang's words that the Sui Dynasty would surpass the Kaihuang period.

In terms of food, compared with the Sui Dynasty ruled by Yang Jian, the number of granaries here has increased significantly, and most of the granaries are full of food.

Not only that, the variety of grain is also far richer than during the Kaihuang period.

In addition to potatoes, sweet potatoes, and corn, there are also a wide variety of vegetables.

In the military camp, Yang Jian was greatly enlightened.

Neatly arranged guns and huge artillery.

He was shocked by the existence of these weapons.

It is more powerful than traditional bows and arrows, and can basically kill someone with one shot, even if they are wearing armor.

The shooting speed is also much better than that of a bow and arrow.

From then on, the Turkic cavalry became suppliers of horse meat.

And those cannons are so powerful that they can destroy the solid city walls with just a few shots.

Yang Jian stroked the cannons and said, "Second brother, can you give these cannons to the emperor? The emperor is facing cavalry and Goguryeo, which is really a headache!"

Yang Guang said with a dark face: "Father, I can't give you all of them. These things are not from the mainland. How about this, I will give you ten cannons, ten thousand rifles and ammunition. In fact, if I have them, it is equivalent to you. If your Sui Dynasty encounters a crisis, not only I, but other dynasties will also help."

"Let's just have ten gates. Second brother, you have done a good job over the years and you actually have the potential to be an emperor. I didn't expect that Goguryeo, Silla and Baekje have become counties of the Sui Dynasty, and the Turks were severely beaten and fled far away. If it were your eldest brother, he might not have reached your current level." Yang Jian said with satisfaction.

Yang Guang was a little excited to get his father's approval: "It's all thanks to my father's good teaching."

Yang Jian said with a serious expression: "Xiao Zhu helped you a lot to get to where you are today. You must not forget him and become an ungrateful person in the future!"

Yang Guang nodded heavily: "Don't worry, father. I know. Brother Zhu can walk sideways in the Sui Dynasty. His words are the same as the imperial edict to me."

Prince of Jin Yang Guang looked at everything about the Daye and Sui Dynasty and felt full of energy. He looked at Zhu Ming again and immediately tried to please him. As long as Zhu Ming was willing, he would be the Prince of Jin in the morning, the Crown Prince at noon, and maybe even succeed to the throne in the afternoon.

"Let us sing praises to His Majesty Yang Guang"

Not far away, someone was shouting with a loudspeaker, and all his words were praising Yang Guang.

The Kaihuang trio was stunned and looked at Yang Guang with strange expressions.

Yang Guang has long since developed a thick skin: "Father, they are members of the Li family. Since the reform, the Li family has become loyal and respects me from the bottom of their hearts!"

Suddenly, a minister came hurriedly and said, "Greetings, Your Majesty!"

"Hey, this, this is, your servant Li Yuan greets Emperor Wen and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

Li Yuan happened to pass by and saw Yang Guang, so he immediately came over to pay his respects.

When he saw the other people, he immediately recognized Emperor Wen of Sui, Prince of Jin Yang Guang and another self.

I know it must have been brought by Zhu Ming.

There is no need to say much about Emperor Wen of Sui, he is very familiar.

That is Yang Guang across from him. Li Yuan doesn't know whether he is the Prince of Jin or the Crown Prince now, but it is definitely right to call him the Crown Prince.

Yang Jian and Prince of Jin Yang Guang naturally also knew Li Yuan.

"Li Yuan, why are you here?"

The two looked at Yang Guang with some confusion.

After all, Yang Guang had known for a long time that Li Yuan would become emperor in the future, yet he still spared Li Yuan's life, which made the two of them a little confused.

On the other hand, a gleam of light flashed in Emperor Kaihuang Li Yuan's eyes.

Before, I always thought I was dead, but I didn’t expect that I was still alive and well here.

Doesn't this mean that even if Yang Guang knew that he would become emperor in the future, he would not kill himself?

Let Li Yuan feel the hope of life!

Yang Guang explained, "I left Li Yuan behind to remind myself all the time. Secondly, after all, there is still a Tang Wude Emperor Li Yuan. Everyone knows him. Dynasties cooperated with each other. For his sake, I am embarrassed to kill Li Yuan. Moreover, it is impossible for Li Yuan of this era to rebel!"

Yang Jian thought for a moment, and the murderous intent in his eyes faded a little as he looked at his Duke of Tang Li Yuan.

Kaihuang Li Yuan trembled: "Your Majesty, I am loyal to the Great Sui Dynasty and will never betray it!"

"Snapped!"

A book suddenly fell from Daye Li Yuan's body.

Prince of Jin Yang Guang was quick to pick up the book: "The Holy Emperor Yang Guang III in the Heart of Duke of Tang Li Yuan".

After turning a few pages, Prince of Jin Yang Guang immediately covered his mouth.

He took a few deep breaths to recover, and then he praised Daye Li Yuan: "Duke Tang, you have great literary talent!"

Daye Li Yuan shook his head: "This is just what I feel and think in my heart. I'm sorry to make you laugh, Your Highness."

Yang Jian took the book curiously.

The author was Li Yuan. He flipped through a few pages and looked at Daye Li Yuan with a shocked expression: "Lord Li, did you really write this book?"

"It is you, my humble servant!"

"Why do you carry it with you?"

"I take it out and look at it from time to time, and see if there are any omissions, and continue to make additions and improvements."

Yang Jian couldn't help but look at Yang Guang, feeling that the two had reached some kind of deal.

However, if it were changed to "The Holy Emperor Yang Jian in the Heart of Tang Duke Li Yuan", it would still be good.

"Li Aiqing, come and take a look at this book!"

Emperor Kaihuang Li Yuan took it hurriedly, his eyes widened. How could this be a book written by himself? He probably couldn't have written it without a few knives on his neck.

Yang Jian said calmly: "Lord Li, I think you should study hard and you will be able to reach this level in the future."

Emperor Kaihuang Li Yuan was overjoyed, and understood Yang Jian's hidden meaning. Good news, he would not have to die. Bad news, he would have to learn to write books. (End of this chapter)