My father, Li Shimin, please call me Crown Prince

Chapter 114 Fang Xuanling: Your Majesty, please don't force me. I'm afraid you will regret it.
Taiji Palace, outside the Liangyi Hall.

Gao Yang's face was full of excitement.

Just now she followed the prince to see his father, and the prince only talked about Princess Xinxing.

The emperor immediately agreed to let Princess Xinxing marry Changsun Xi.

He agreed very readily, without even the slightest hesitation.

This also made Princess Gaoyang deeply realize that being favored by her father was completely different from being the crown prince.

If my father had wanted me to marry Fang Yiai, and my eldest brother had been willing to speak up for me, I might not have had to get married.

But Gao Yang knew it clearly in his heart.

The real reason why I am close to my eldest brother now is not because of the brother-sister relationship.

In the palace, the eldest brother has so many sisters, why does he have a good relationship with her?
After all, it was because she was going to marry Fang Yiai, and Fang Yiai was the confidant of King Wei.

If not, would my brother still be so good to me?

After turning around and around, I ended up in a dead end.

"Okay, the new thing has been done, are you satisfied?"

Li Chengqian said with a smile.

Hearing this, Gao Yang woke up from his thoughts and said with a smile: "With big brother coming forward, it is indeed different. Gao Yang is of course satisfied, and Xinxing will definitely be very grateful to big brother."

That being said, Gao Yang knew very well that his elder brother didn't care about Xinxing at all.

If I say I care about you, it's been so long, I wouldn't have not even met you.

"As long as you are satisfied, I will go back to the palace first. You can go and play with Xinxing and tell her the good news."

"She must be very happy to be able to marry her sweetheart."

Li Chengqian's casual words made Gao Yang's face, which was full of smiles, freeze.

Xinxing can live with his sweetheart forever, but I have to marry a military man.

Thinking of this, Gao Yang somehow felt a little jealous of Xinxing.

However, when she thought of the deep friendship between herself and Xinxing, her jealousy disappeared and she felt happy for her sister.

At this time, Gao Yang was still relatively simple in temperament, and he didn't have any intention of having an affair from the beginning.

From another perspective, Princess Gaoyang was not actually a fickle woman.

Fang Yiai was not the man she liked in the first place, but she had no choice but to marry him according to the imperial order.

Later, he met Bian Ji, and that's when the affair happened.

This can be considered as meeting true love, so I am willing to risk my life for it.

The open-minded atmosphere in the Tang Dynasty also allowed most women to dare to love and hate.

However, Xuanzang has not returned from India yet, and Bian Ji has not become Xuanzang's disciple, so he is not qualified to meet Princess Gaoyang.

"Gao Yang thanks Brother on behalf of Xinxing."

"Gao Yang will definitely listen carefully to my elder brother's instructions from now on."

Gao Yang now has a very clear self-awareness.

The prince is her greatest support.

Of course you should hold your thighs tightly.

Li Chengqian smiled and said nothing more.

Gao Yang's matter was just a casual arrangement, and I didn't expect any big surprises.

What other tricks can the King of Wei come up with?

The only person he was quite afraid of was Fang Xuanling.

After all, Lao Deng has too many connections. If he wholeheartedly helps the King of Wei to deal with him, it would be a big trouble.

This is also the reason why Li Chengqian has never tried to take action against Fang Xuanling until today, after Fang Xuanling became the Grand Secretary of the Wei Wang Literary Academy.

After all, Fang Xuanling has not yet officially stood in the King of Wei's camp.

He was also very clear about Fang Xuanling's thoughts and did not want to get involved in the fight between him and the King of Wei.

Princess Gaoyang's matter can be considered as a precaution.

Li Chengqian had met Fang Yiai, and no matter from the perspective of personality or history, he was completely tamed by Princess Gaoyang.

If Fang Xuanling really had any plans for him, Li Chengqian felt that Princess Gaoyang and Fang Yiai might be the key to breaking the deadlock.

As for the fact that Erfeng would readily agree to his request, Li Chengqian thought this was normal.

Li Shimin did not really want to depose the crown prince.

This is a very contradictory feeling. He wants the prince not to be too outstanding, but he also doesn't want him to be too useless.

As for most other matters, Li Chengqian's requests were basically met.

"That's right, big brother."

Princess Gaoyang took a few steps and then seemed to think of something and turned back.

"Is there anything else?" Li Chengqian asked with a smile.

Princess Gaoyang said: "It is like this, isn't the New Year coming soon here? The Lantern Festival will be right after the New Year."

"The curfew in Chang'an will be lifted, and the whole city will be in jubilation. Father said that this time, Concubine Yang will host the Lantern Festival poetry gathering."

"Concubine Yang's idea is to hold the poetry gathering in the Prince of Wei's Hibiscus Garden. After all, that place has the best scenery and the most literati."

"Yang Fei told me yesterday that she wanted you to participate as well. I wonder if you are willing."

Hearing this, Li Chengqian frowned slightly and did not answer immediately.

Concubine Yang was the biological mother of Wu Wang Li Ke and Shu Wang Li Yin, and a former princess of the Sui Dynasty.

It can be said that in this harem, except for the former Empress Changsun, her status is the most honorable.

However, Concubine Yang also understood the awkwardness of her own position, and therefore did not try to control the power in the harem.

It was an annual tradition to host the Lantern Festival poetry gathering, and several concubines took turns to be in charge. However, this year it was originally supposed to be Concubine Yin's turn, but because the Prince of Qi was imprisoned for rebellion, it was Concubine Yang's turn.

The Lantern Festival was a carnival in Chang'an during the Tang Dynasty. It lasted for three days, making Chang'an a city that never sleeps.

The Lantern Festival poetry meeting held by the harem can be said to be the highest-level event for literati in the Tang Dynasty.

"Doesn't Concubine Yang know about my relationship with the King of Wei?"

"Not only did they choose Furong Garden as the venue for the poetry gathering, but they also asked me to attend. What does this mean?"

Li Chengqian's tone was a little unhappy, but he was a little suspicious in his heart.

After all, everyone in the imperial palace knew about his affair with the King of Wei.

Concubine Yang was a princess of the Sui Dynasty and grew up in the palace. Although dynasties changed, Concubine Yang's home remained the same.

I am naturally familiar with the current political landscape.

But he chose to invite me. It doesn’t seem right no matter how I think about it.

"I also found it strange and asked Concubine Yang at the time, but she didn't say anything."

"Just tell me to say this to my elder brother."

"I was wondering how could my elder brother go? I will reply to Concubine Yang later and tell her that my elder brother is not going."

Gao Yang said puzzledly.

Li Chengqian said, "Who said I won't go? Tell Concubine Yang that I will definitely go there."

"what?"

Gao Yang was confused and suspected that he had heard it wrong.

"Brother, are you going?"

Li Chengqian said, "The Lantern Festival Poetry Festival, Concubine Yang invited me so kindly, how could I not go?"

Gao Yang didn't understand what was going on here.

But since the prince said to go, then let's go.

"I will go with my brother then." Gao Yang said with a smile.

For the concubines and princesses in the harem, the only legitimate time they could leave the palace for fun was during the Lantern Festival.

The Lantern Festival is really lively.

In addition to poetry meetings, there is also the Lantern Festival.

At night, Zhuque Street will be hung with lanterns and will become the most lively place in the entire Chang'an City.
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Chinese New Year is coming soon.

During these few days, in addition to the daily training at the Military Academy.

Li Chengqian was arranging the mining in Jinzhou.

Not only the Prince of Jin, but also Du He, Zhao Jie, and Li Yuanchang were all involved.

The only exception is Helan Chushi.

Since Helan Chushi was released from the Dali Temple, he nominally held the official title of Donggong Youneilu.

But he had already been taken back home by Hou Junji.

Helan Chushi knew too many things, especially about treason, and was obviously very selfish.

But he was Hou Junji's son-in-law after all, so it was not convenient for Li Chengqian to kill him directly as the impact would be too great.

Hegan Chengji was killed because he was a guard of the Eastern Palace and a servant of the Crown Prince, and no one investigated.

But the death of Hou Junji's son-in-law was a huge event for the city of Chang'an.

When the investigation is carried out and the conspiracy is really uncovered, it will be more trouble than gain.

Helan Chushi cannot be kept.

Li Chengqian has already discussed this with Hou Junji.

However, Hou Junji was prepared to find a way to kill him when he went to war with Goryeo.

This way, she wouldn't hurt her daughter's feelings, nor would it arouse suspicion.

At present, this is a relatively reliable method. The day before the New Year's Day is the day when Li Shimin inspects the Military Academy.

All the trusted ministers also went to see.

The emperor traveled in a carriage and the streets were closed.

Fortunately, Yongxingfang is right next to Yeonggimon, so it will not cause much impact.

"I heard that the prince's military training is very effective, and the generals all say it is amazing."

Wei Zheng said with a smile.

Ever since it was decided to attack Goryeo, Wei Zheng was no longer angry with the prince. He was able to let go of the situation.

The prince occasionally does some ridiculous things. As a minister, shouldn't we always hold a grudge against him?

As long as you are willing to correct your mistakes, it's all good.

Cheng Yaojin was not polite and said, "In my opinion, the prince's soldiers are just a ceremonial guard. They look good, but they are useless."

Yuchi Jingde said, "It took this much time to train the soldiers to such a level. The prince is really amazing. Can you, Cheng Zhijie, train the soldiers to such a level? At least in terms of military discipline, I think the prince is amazing at training soldiers."

Hearing this, Li Shimin smiled and asked Li Daozong, "Chengfan, what do you think?"

Li Daozon was a famous general of the Tang Dynasty royal family, with the courtesy name Chengfan. When Princess Wencheng went to Tibet, he was the envoy for the marriage.

He is also the nephew of Li Yuan and the cousin of Li Shimin.

He followed Li Shimin in his campaigns very early on and was deeply trusted by him.

Hearing His Majesty's question, Li Dao Zong replied: "The Crown Prince has trained the troops and their morale is high. I think the drum beats he compiled can be used by the entire Tang army."

After listening to this, Li Shimin smiled and said to Fang Xuanling: "Xuanling, when the time comes, please help me take a good look at how the crown prince is training his troops."

Fang Xuanling had been in charge of military affairs earlier. Although he had never led troops into battle, he was very familiar with military affairs.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Fang Xuanling, Wei Zheng, Chu Suiliang, including Zhangsun Wuji and other civil officials were also very curious about the prince's military training.

No one thought it was a big deal at first, but after hearing this, they became curious.

Lecture on martial arts hall.

Li Chengqian was already waiting here, and next to him was the emperor's eldest grandson Li Xiang.

This time Li Chengqian did not sit in a four-wheeled vehicle, but stood upright on the platform.

"Father."

"Grandfather."

Li Shimin walked up to the platform with a smile and sat on the chair that had been prepared long ago.

Other ministers and generals also took their positions.

However, the training ground was completely empty, without a single person in sight.

Everyone was a little curious, but Li Shimin didn't ask anything, he just said: "Cheng Qian, let's start."

Li Chengqian nodded, took the drumstick handed over by the strong man, and began to beat the drum.

dong dong dong.

As the war drums sounded.

The sound of orderly footsteps suddenly appeared.

Rows of seniors, marching in neat formations, continued to enter the training ground.

There was no mess at all, four people were lined up in an orderly manner.

The half-drum beat had not yet finished, but the entire parade ground had already been lined up.

"soon."

Li Jing sighed beside him.

You have to know that the normal assembly of soldiers was very slow in ancient times.

If the number of people is slightly larger, for example, a team of several thousand people, it may take half an hour just to line up.

If there are tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands of people, it would be considered good if it can be finished in an hour.

Although the prince had made preparations in advance, it was still amazing that he completed it in half an incense stick of time.

Li Shimin nodded with satisfaction.

Li Chengqian did not stop just because the soldiers arrived, and continued to beat the drum.

Boom!
The last drum falls.

"Wind! Wind! Strong wind!"

The roars of the students suddenly resounded throughout the entire school grounds, louder than ever before.

After all, the person sitting on the platform in front of them is the current saint.

This roar really raised the momentum to the peak in an instant.

Even people who don't know much about military affairs can see this team's strict discipline, neat appearance, and unique spirit.

With such momentum, even the Tang Dynasty's Imperial Guards seemed to be a little inferior.

"It didn't look that powerful before."

Cheng Yaojin muttered softly.

He had come to see the prince's military training for the first time. They were all loose and sloppy, just practicing walking, and the whole training ground was in a state of disarray.

And it's been less than a month, and it's like a completely different group of people.

Are these the students who can’t understand any lectures?

Li Chengqian didn't say anything, gathering was just the beginning.

Then Li Chengqian did not hand the drumstick to the strong man, but beat the drum along with the strong man.

There is no need for specific commands, as the wrestlers are already familiar with the order of beating the drums.

Li Shimin brought his ministers and generals to appreciate the military parade.

Following the instructions given by the drumbeats, the formations on the parade ground changed their shapes in an orderly manner without any sign of disorder.

If Li Daozon had said before that the prince was training his troops and their morale was high, people would still be a little skeptical.

But now that I have seen it with my own eyes and felt it personally, how can I not believe it?

Li Shimin watched quietly, his face full of surprise.

When it comes to cold weapon combat, the most important thing is morale.

Tactics such as "the army of despair will win", "burn your boats", and "fight with your back to the river" are all used to boost the morale of the army.

When the military is engaged in combat and the casualty ratio of ordinary troops reaches 10%, there is basically a risk of the disease spreading.

For elite troops, it can reach 20% or 30%.

It is conservatively estimated that the casualty rate of the soldiers trained by the prince now can reach 20%, or even more.

When the last drum beat ended, the three hundred students on the training ground stood quietly in place.

Even though their energy had been depleted and heavy breathing could be heard, everyone stood upright and did not move at all.

"Well, I didn't expect that Cheng Qian would have such a talent in training soldiers."

"If I remember correctly, it has been less than a month since the military academy opened."

"These students have only been training for more than half a month."

"I feel so relieved."

Li Shimin praised loudly and was proud to have such a prince.

The ministers had different expressions, but they also cheered.

Li Chengqian looked calm, took a deep look at Li Shimin, and then bowed and said, "Thank you for your praise, father. I plan to train soldiers according to this method in the future at the Military Academy."

"We practice for half a day every day, and the rest of the time we study military theory."

Li Shimin was very straightforward and said, "Okay, let's do as the prince said."

After the military parade, Li Shimin also returned to Taiji Palace.

Before entering the palace, he called Fang Xuanling over.

"Fang Qing, you can't hide it forever."

"I remember that you have been serving as a Grand Secretary in the Wei Wang Literature Institute for quite some time."

"It's time to be more attentive. I haven't seen any improvement from the King of Wei in recent days."

Li Shimin said lightly, with a tone that left no room for doubt.

Fang Xuanling's face turned bitter, and the call of "Fang Qing" was a warning to him that he could no longer slack off and had to do something practical.

He also knew in his heart that the current Military Academy had become the foundation of the crown prince. According to the current method of training troops, in a short time, the Tang Dynasty Military Academy would become the crown prince's Military Academy.

If this continues for a long time, not to mention the King of Wei, even Your Majesty might have to bear the consequences himself.

As the person personally designated by His Majesty to stand in the King of Wei's camp, it is time for him to contribute his efforts to assist the King of Wei and suppress the Crown Prince.

"Yes, Your Majesty, I will do my best to assist the King of Wei."

There was a hint of bitterness in Fang Xuanling's voice.

As for the current prince, is there any other way to suppress him?

The prince didn't care about civil officials at all, or even his reputation, and his whole mind was on military power.

What good solution can he have for such a prince?

unless
But in that case, Your Majesty, are you sure that is the result you want?

"Xuanling, I believe you can assist the King of Wei well."

Li Shimin patted Fang Xuanling on the shoulder and encouraged him.

(End of this chapter)