Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

After receiving the order, Li Zhen did not sit down immediately. He hesitated for a while and then spoke with a hint of request.

"Father, I have an unwelcome request. I hope to transfer Fang Renyu, the governor of Yangzhou, to be the governor of Qizhou."

"When I was the governor of Yangzhou, I worked very well with the governor Fang Renyu!"

Li Zhen had served as governor of Yangzhou since the tenth year of Zhenguan (636), a full eight years.

Although Yangzhou has had several governors over the years, Li Zhen only recognized Fang Renyu's abilities.

Fang Renyu not only had many years of experience as a provincial governor, but was also a distant cousin of Liang Guogong Fang Xuanling, and a native of Linzi, Qizhou.

If we want to quickly clean up the mess in Qizhou, it will be easier with Fang Renyu's assistance.

Li Shimin shook his head and said, "Zhen'er, I have someone else to use for Fang Renyu."

"The current governor of Qizhou is a capable official. As long as you cooperate with him, there won't be any big problems in governing Qizhou."

Although Li Zhen was not a legitimate son, he was skilled in martial arts and knowledgeable in literature and history, and had certain talents in domestic affairs.

Li Shimin had high hopes for this prince who was both civil and military.

Not assigning him a governor who is too powerful can also help him improve his personal ability in government affairs, so that he can become a good minister of the country and consolidate the Li family's rule.

Concubine Yan De looked at her beloved son with some reluctance, so she acted coquettishly towards Li Shimin.

"Your Majesty, Zhen'er is only eighteen years old now. Wouldn't it be difficult for him if you don't assign him a deputy?"

"The other princes have many talented people under their command, but Zhen'er doesn't have anyone suitable for her. You must not be partial to her."

Looking at his beloved concubine acting coquettishly towards him, Li Shimin frowned and thought for a moment, then said with a faint smile.

"Zhen'er, I will transfer Li Sixing, the governor of Jiazhou, to be the governor of Qizhou to assist you in managing Qizhou."

"Li Sixing is Li Yuanji's top counselor, and he is a man of both literary and military talents."

When Li Zhen heard that his father had sent Li Sixing as the governor of Qizhou, although he was reluctant, he did not have much room for bargaining.

Li Zhen then bowed respectfully to Li Shimin and said, "Thank you, father!"

As Li Zhen sat down, Prince of Shu Li Yin, Prince of Jiang Li Yun, Prince of Ji Li Shen and others all looked at their father with fiery eyes.

But after Li Shimin announced the appointments of Li Ke and Li Zhen, he did not continue to appoint other princes and princes, but concentrated on teasing Du Ping'an in his arms.

Concubine Wei, Concubine Yang, Princess Wang and other concubines, when they saw that their offspring did not gain any benefits, all pestered Li Shimin to say something.

"Your Majesty, Shen'er is only the governor of Xiangzhou. You should at least give him the title of a military governor."

"Yin'er is even more miserable. He has served as the governor of the impoverished Qizhou for so many years. Even if he has no merits, he has worked hard!"

"Yun'er is now also a provincial governor, Your Majesty, you must treat him equally!"

The concubines in the imperial palace have always been honored by their sons. They are no longer young girls, and their future wealth and glory depend on their offspring.

Now Li Ke and Li Zhen are both highly valued, but their beloved sons are still being neglected. How can they not be anxious?

In addition, His Majesty has not favored them for a long time, so they feel even more uncertain.

Li Shimin frowned slightly and said, "You don't have to say more, I have my own arrangements!"

"Remember this, the harem is not allowed to interfere in government affairs. Do not bring up this topic again!"

Except for Prince Ji Li Shen, the others are not worth using.

In particular, Li Yin, the King of Shu, who was of the same mother as Li Ke, hunted excessively in Qizhou, destroyed people's crops, and also ordered his attendants to beat officials many times.

The memorial impeaching him from the officials of Qizhou alone could be used as a pillow.

Li Shimin taught him a lesson many times, but this rebellious son refused to repent.

How can such people be entrusted with important tasks?

After hearing what their father said, these princes knew that their father would not make any new appointments, and the expectations in their hearts disappeared immediately.

In particular, Li Yin and Li Yun, who were often scolded by Li Shimin, became increasingly dissatisfied with their father.

"Humph!"

"Father is so biased!"

They were both princes, so why were Li Ke and Li Tai able to supervise the military affairs of three states while they could only serve as the governor of one state?

They were still in charge of the impoverished lower province, with no more than 10,000 households under their rule!

Not only did these princes feel aggrieved, but their mothers also showed expressions of aggrieved on their faces after being scolded by Li Shimin.

As an outsider, Du He looked at this scene without much ripples in his heart. Instead, he was somewhat confused about the appointments of Li Ke and Li Zhen.

"Why did Li Shimin drive Li Ke and Li Zhen to Xiangzhou?"

Whether it is Songzhou, which Li Ke is about to take charge of, or Qizhou, which Li Zhen is in charge of, they are not far from Li Tai's fiefdom Xiangzhou.

Now Li Tai has rebellious intentions, and Li Ke is also a person who has ideas about the throne.

Li Sixing, the new governor of Qizhou who assisted Li Zhen, was the first counselor under Qi Wang Li Yuanji. However, his master was shot dead by Li Shimin himself.

Li Shimin allowed these three princes to stay together and also gave them military power. No one knows what he was thinking.

"Are you trying to test whether the three of them have the intention of rebellion, or do you want these two princes to keep an eye on Li Tai?"

Du He thought for a long time, but still couldn't figure out Li Shimin's ultimate intention.

While others were chatting animatedly, Du He discovered that Prince Jin Li Zhi hardly spoke tonight, and his eyes often met with those of a concubine.

Du He followed Li Zhi's gaze and found that he was flirting with the beautiful Wu Meiniang.

"Good guy!"

"Li Zhi is really brave, actually doing something tricky in this situation!"

If anyone says that Li Zhi is cowardly in the future, Du He will be the first to disagree.

Wu Meiniang, who was sitting in the back, suddenly shifted her gaze. Her captivating eyes turned to Du He, with a bright smile on her face.

Du He was so frightened that his heart trembled. He quickly turned his head to look away, not daring to look at Wu Meiniang, the bold concubine.

If an official keeps looking at a concubine for a long time, he may easily be found guilty and impeached.

The banquet lasted for another half an hour. As the sky gradually became dark, the royal relatives left the Linde Hall one after another.

The four princes, Li Chengqian, Li Tai, Li Ke and Li Zhi, were called to Ganlu Palace by Li Shimin.

...

When Du He and Li Yi were riding in a carriage back to Princess Chengyang's Mansion, they found that festive lanterns were lit on the treetops in Chongrenfang.

A large group of children were running back and forth on the street holding lit firecrackers.

The crackling sound of firecrackers woke up the sleeping Du Ping'an. He twisted back and forth in Du He's arms, trying to raise his head to watch the fun.

Li Yi said with a smile: "Husband, pick up the child and let him watch the fun for a while."

"it is good."

Du He responded.

While picking up Du Ping'an, he spoke to Du Wu who was driving the carriage.

"Du Wu, please stop for a moment."

After the carriage stopped, Li Yi opened the curtain on her side, and then the family of three quietly watched the lively atmosphere outside.

Du Ping'an was not afraid when he heard the sound of firecrackers. He even waved his arms and legs excitedly.

After the children had finished setting off their firecrackers, Li Yi said with some emotion.

"The folk life is still better, full of the flavor of life."

"Unlike the imperial palace within the high walls, even during the festive moments before the New Year's Eve, it was still cold and without much warmth."