Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

The old charlatan Yuan Tiangang is in the business of deceiving people. Since you have accepted their money, you must abide by the rules of fortune-telling.

He is now taking his own money and leaking information about their plan to Du He. He is so unethical, how can we continue to let him live?

If he doesn't kill Yuan Tiangang, he won't be able to vent his hatred!

Yuwen Jie, Chu Suiliang, Yu Zhining and others also nodded solemnly.

What they were planning was a capital crime, and Yuan Tiangang's betrayal had completely threatened their lives.

A moment of silence.

Yuwen Jie asked in a deep voice, "Duke Zhao, do we still need to change our plan?"

The others all turned their eyes to Changsun Wuji.

They are all smart people, but when it comes to such a big thing as planning to usurp power, they still have to rely on people like Zhangsun Wuji who have successful experience.

After all, one of the core figures in the planning of the Xuanwu Gate Incident was Zhangsun Wuji.

Changsun Wuji shook his head slightly: "The most urgent task is to get rid of Yuan Tiangang as soon as possible. As for the subsequent plan, we will make adjustments based on the specific situation."

At present, in addition to the thorny problem of Yuan Tiangang, the fact that Prince Jin Li Zhi secretly possesses Wu Meiniang is also a hidden danger.

How can the plan continue without solving these two major problems?

There was a pause.

Zhang Sun Wuji warned: "During this period, we should have as little contact as possible to avoid arousing the vigilance of His Majesty and the Crown Prince."

"As for getting rid of Yuan Tiangang, I will arrange for someone to do it!"

When everyone heard that the plan was forced to change again, they were relieved, but a shadow was cast over their hearts.

Since planning the big event last year, nothing has been able to achieve the preset goals, and their Guanlong family has suffered a serious backlash.

This plan may be their last chance!

Yu Zhining whispered, "Duke Zhao, are you still using witchcraft tactics against the Crown Prince?"

Changsun Wuji waved his hand and said, "Using witchcraft tactics would have a huge impact. If it goes wrong, it might implicate us and the families behind us. We can't use this strategy right now."

After hearing what Changsun Wuji said, Yu Zhining, Xie Yan and others' faces were filled with resentment.

Old Yin coin!

In the process of supporting Li Zhi to seize the throne, their family has been severely damaged. Now Changsun Wuji knows how to protect himself!

Why did you go early?

This group of people already had some dissatisfaction with Changsun Wuji, and now they have even greater dissatisfaction with him.

This group of people from the Guanlong families who were put together also became estranged because of repeated major defeats.

They chatted for another half an hour before leaving Duke Zhao's mansion with complicated expressions.

Not long after, a carriage drove into the mansion.

Chang Sun Chong, who had rushed back from Bingzhou, had no time to rest before he immediately found his father under the guidance of his servants.

The two just met.

Chang Sun Chong reported: "Father, Li Zhi has arranged for Wu Meiniang to live in another prefecture, and Princess Wang is no longer making trouble."

"I told Li Zhi about your plan, but he didn't seem very confident."

After listening.

Zhang Sun Wuji frowned and asked, "What has Li Zhi been doing all this time?"

This child is cowardly and does not have Li Tai's strong desire to fight for the throne. He is really a hopeless case!

But apart from him, the other princes couldn't control themselves either.

Hey!

You can't have your cake and eat it too!

Chang Sun Chong replied, "He has been reading, visiting the garden, watching dances, worshipping Buddha, chanting scriptures, and hanging around Wu Meiniang. He occasionally asks about the government affairs of Bingzhou..."

Zhang Sun Wuji was surprised and asked, "That's all?"

Aren’t these things something that idle princes like Prince Li Yin of Shu and Prince Li Yun of Jiang would do?

As a person who wants to compete for the throne, Li Zhi doesn't need to be a man of great talent, but at least he should have made some impressive political achievements, right?

Hey!

Shuzi!

Changsun Wuji, who was already in a bad mood, felt even more exhausted at this moment.

Chang Sun Chong nodded slightly.

Changsun Wuji pinched his brows and said, "Chong'er, you've been traveling hard these days. You should go back and rest first."

"My child, please leave."

After Chang Sun Chong bowed, he slowly walked towards his own courtyard.

Changsun Wuji stood there stunned for a long time, the chilly spring breeze blowing his clothes and chilling his fiery heart.

...

As the Tang Dynasty conquered the seven northern states, all departments of the imperial court became extremely busy.

The Left Ministry of the Secretariat was busy planning prefectures, roads and counties for the new territory, the Right Ministry of the Secretariat was busy formulating labor for millions of captives, and the Ministry of Revenue was busy with major matters such as the distribution of land tax and capitation.

As for the people from other departments of the court, they need to cooperate with the Secretariat.

Du He was not idle during this period. In addition to instructing Pei Xingjian to build the Gewu Academy and handling the government affairs of the Ministry of Revenue and Yongzhou, he spent most of his time thinking about what the Gewu Academy should do this year.

If he doesn't give a research direction, those people in the Institute of Gewu will never be able to produce anything groundbreaking in their lifetime.

After all, their minds are empty and they can't think of any good research topics.

Time flies, and it is the end of March in a blink of an eye.

Inside the Gewuyuan.

Du He, Pei Xingjian and the heads of the five departments gathered in the spacious hall.

Looking at the smiles on their faces, it can be seen that they are all in a good mood.

On the main seat.

Du He smiled and asked, "Everyone, are you satisfied with the office environment of the Institute of Gewu?"

Everyone responded loudly.

"satisfy!"

This was previously the Prince of Jin's Palace, with pavilions, towers, lakes and gardens. The Institute of Gewu located here was better than any other department of the imperial court.

“As long as you are satisfied!”

Du He nodded, then waved to Pei Xingjian and said, "Vice President Pei, please report on the progress of the establishment of each department."

Looking at Pei Xingjian who had lost some weight, Du He felt a little sorry for him.

During this period, he was also looking for other talented people to help Pei Xingjian share some of the work.

"promise."

Pei Xingjian responded, then took out a piece of rice paper with many words written on it and stood up to report.

"The Mechanical Manufacturing Department is recruiting 30 master craftsmen, 100 junior craftsmen, and 30 clerical staff."

"Astronomy and Calendar Department, recruiting 20 sorcerers and 2 clerks."

"The Craft Manufacturing Department is recruiting 50 master craftsmen, 150 junior craftsmen, and 50 clerical staff."

"The Agricultural Technology Department is recruiting 30 master craftsmen, 100 junior craftsmen, and 30 clerks of various types."

"The Medical Research Department is recruiting 10 imperial physicians, 50 renowned physicians, and 10 clerks of various types."

Immediately afterwards, Pei Xingjian introduced to Du He the famous figures recruited from various departments.

After listening.

When Du He heard that this group of guys had recruited so many people and brought all the famous craftsmen from various states and counties in the Tang Dynasty, the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.

You really chose the right person!

The families of these people control huge resources, so it is easy for them to recruit famous craftsmen and clerks.

There was a pause.

Pei Xingjian asked in a low voice, "Duke Hanguo, where should the 81 Taoist priests be assigned?"

Well...

Du He slapped his forehead and almost forgot about these old men.

Think about it.

Du He smiled and said, "Establish another division, named the Heavenly Thunder Division, and appoint Taoist Master Zhen Fengzi as its chief officer."

Tianlei Department?

This name is quite appropriate!

Pei Xingjian quickly bowed and said, "As you wish!"