Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

Because the Eastern Turks and Xueyantuo had been defeated by the Tang Dynasty, and the Tang Dynasty also set up protectorates within their territories, these two countries were nominally part of the Tang Dynasty.

However, the current actions of these two countries clearly show that they do not consider themselves as part of the Tang Dynasty.

They are even a little arrogant and think of themselves as an independent country with sovereignty.

After hearing the angry voices of the ministers, Li Chengqian nodded slightly.

As long as everyone is united in their approach, it will be easy to reach consensus in subsequent discussions.

After everyone's voices died down, Li Chengqian glanced at everyone and then spoke loudly.

"My dear ministers, how should we deal with the Eastern Turks and Xueyantuo?"

A few breaths of silence.

Hou Junji was the first to stand up and said, "Your Highness, we should change the battle plan according to the plan written by the Korean official!"

"I believe that the Tang Dynasty should send troops immediately to completely defeat the Eastern Turks and Xueyantuo before the cold winter arrives this year!"

"This way, it won't affect our campaign against Western Turks next year!"

Because the battle plan had already been formulated, no one had any other objections.

After Hou Junji sat down, Fang Xuanling, Cheng Yaojin, Li Ji, Li Jing, Changsun Wuji and others all spoke up in agreement.

Now, except for the Eastern Turks, which still have relatively strong strength, the Xueyantuo have already been defeated.

In the 643th year of Zhenguan (5), the Tang army not only annihilated elite cavalry of the Xueyantuo, but also annihilated more than main forces.

Even if Xueyantuo mobilized all the troops in the country, it would probably not be able to gather an army of 15.

Moreover, the combat effectiveness of the newly formed Xueyantuo army must be very low.

"it is good!"

Li Chengqian nodded slightly, then stood up and said.

"My dear ministers, I will report this news to my father first and wait for him to make the final decision!"

"You guys go back first."

Although Li Chengqian coordinated all military and political affairs of the Tang Dynasty during his time as regent.

But for such a major battle arrangement, I still need the approval of my father.

Everyone stood up together and saluted Li Chengqian.

"Your Highness, I will take my leave first."

Everyone knew that no matter how much they said, it would be useless before His Majesty nodded.

Just as Du He was about to leave, Li Chengqian stopped him.

"Duhe, stay"

After everyone else left the East Palace, Li Chengqian walked down from the imperial platform and gave instructions to Du He.

"Du He, I will write a memorial later and you will personally take it to the emperor."

"Because of my sensitive identity, I cannot leave Chang'an easily. Besides, this battle plan was proposed by you, so it would be better if you communicate with your father."

He is now exercising the power of the emperor. If he goes to Cuiwei Palace in person, it will easily get on the nerves of his father.

Du He bowed and said, "As you wish!"

After Li Chengqian finished writing the memorial, Du He, escorted by attendants and imperial guards, rode at full speed to Cuiwei Palace.

After a report, Du He finally met Li Shimin in the hall and presented the memorial to him.

"Xueyantuo and Eastern Turks refused to send troops?"

When Li Shimin heard the news reported by Du He, his brows immediately frowned.

After he finished reading the memorial written by Li Chengqian, he did not speak immediately, but stood up and walked back and forth on the imperial platform with his hands behind his back.

After a long time.

Li Shimin then said softly: "Du He, go back and tell the prince that I support conquering the Eastern Turks and Xueyantuo first."

"If Tubo, Tuyuhun and Gaochang do not obey my orders, I will also send a large army to wipe them out!"

At this moment, Li Shimin fully realized the benefits of Cheng Qian and Du He's suggestion of not taking any prisoners.

The Tang Dynasty is now at its peak, and these two vassal states refuse to obey orders, let alone after the Tang Dynasty declines.

"As ordered!"

Du He bowed in response.

Li Shimin continued, "The specific battle arrangements can be decided by the Crown Prince and a group of prime ministers. There is no need to report to me."

"Tell the prince that I only care about the final result, not the specific process."

In order to train the prince's command and governing abilities, he plans to let go this time.

I believe that with the assistance of Du He and a group of veteran ministers, we can easily conquer these disobedient vassal states.

Du He's expression changed slightly, and he bowed to Li Shimin again.

"Sir, obey!"

Li Shimin wrote a handwritten letter and stamped it with his personal seal.

After asking the attendant to hand the imperial edict to Du He, Li Shimin did not let Du He go back, but pointed to the cushion on the side and said.

"Du He, sit down and chat with me."

As he said this, he waved to the palace maids, signaling them to bring in tea and cakes.

He has been busy for most of his life, and now he suddenly has some free time. He feels a little uncomfortable at first.

These days, apart from receiving treatment from Sun Simiao, I have been staying in the room writing and painting.

He originally wanted to travel in Zhongnan Mountain, but because of several heavy rains, he couldn't go out.

After Du He sat on the cushion on the side, Li Shimin asked with a smile.

"Du He, how is the development of disinfectant medicine going?"

Du He quickly replied: "Your Majesty, it will be developed in a few days. After the test shows the effect, I will report the good news to you."

"it is good."

Li Shimin nodded with satisfaction.

This guy has always been reliable in doing things.

The two chatted for more than an hour, covering topics including military affairs, politics and people's livelihood. No matter what Li Shimin asked, Du He could always take over the topic.

Du He also mentioned that outside the ocean, there are crops that produce thousands of kilograms per mu.

Behind the Western Regions and the desert countries, there are hundreds of countries, large and small.

If Wu Meiniang had not urged Li Shimin many times to go back and receive acupuncture from Sun Simiao, he would have wanted to have a long talk with Du He.

Before leaving, Li Shimin gave Du He some instructions.

"Du He, after the war arrangements are made, you can stay in Cuiwei Palace for a few days."

"I want to hear stories from across the ocean!"

Hearing Li Shimin's words, Du He and Wu Meiniang's expressions paused slightly at the same time.

Du He quickly clasped his fists and said, "Your Majesty, I obey your order!"

Before leaving the hall, Wu Meiniang looked at Du He in a charming manner with a shy expression on her face.

"Fuck."

Du He cried out inwardly, and he quickly walked and ran away from this place of trouble.

Wu Meiniang, this ambitious girl, actually had her eyes on him.

If he came to live here, wouldn't that be like a sheep walking into a tiger's mouth?

...

evening.

Du He returned to the Eastern Palace, handed the handwritten letter from Li Shimin to Li Chengqian, and relayed Li Shimin's words to him.

"it is good!"

"Great!"

Li Chengqian waved his fist excitedly.

Since the emperor is willing to give up power, it means that he trusts him very much.

Excited moment.

Li Chengqian asked Du He: "Du He, what do you think about conquering the Eastern Turks and Xueyantuo?"

Du He smiled and replied, "Your Highness, this is all free credit. We can let Su Dingfang, Xi Junmai and Wang Jun'e deal with Xueyantuo."

"We can also bring Wang Xuance with us and let him gain some experience in a major battle."

There was a pause.

Du He continued, "As for the tough Eastern Turks, they can be handed over to Generals Li Ji, Niu Jinda and Xue Wanche."

"It would be a great achievement to defeat the Eastern Turks."