Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

Sitting in the carriage, Du He frowned, thinking about the fact that Li Chengqian was going to the war on behalf of his father.

Although we know that the Northern Expedition to Goguryeo ended in victory, the commander at that time was Li Shimin.

In addition to having rich experience in command and strong strategy, Li Shimin was also supported by all the civil and military officials in the country who were united in their support.

This is the key to victory.

But if Li Chengqian had led the expedition, the result would have been completely different.

It is no big deal that Li Chengqian himself is a novice in military affairs. When the time comes, he can ask Li Ji or Hou Junji to take command on his behalf, which will not be a big problem.

What Du He was most worried about was Prince of Wei Li Tai and his followers.

They are watching closely behind us, and are ready to trip us up by interfering with logistics or other aspects.

For Li Chengqian, who was commanding at the front line, this was a devastating disaster.

"Ah, there's no point in thinking so much."

"Li Chengqian probably can't convince Li Shimin, right?"

Du He shook his head and stopped thinking about it.

Finding a brave general like Xue Rengui is better than anything else.

White robe general, where are you?

Du He's mind is now full of the god of war Xue Rengui.

East Palace Hall.

After Du He left, Li Chengqian kept sitting there in deep thought, like an old monk in meditation, not moving at all.

The sky outside gradually darkened.

"Your Highness, are you still busy with government affairs?"

"It's time to eat. Juer and the others are waiting for you."

Crown Princess Su Wan came and sat down next to Li Chengqian, whispering softly.

Li Chengqian came back to his senses, turned to look at his virtuous wife, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart.

Seeing that the sky outside the hall was a little gloomy, Li Chengqian asked.

"Wan'er, what time is it now?"

"It's already the end of the You hour."

"Uh~ I didn't expect it took so long."

Li Chengqian was stunned.

When he was immersed in thinking, he completely forgot the passage of time. This state had not occurred for many years.

"Sigh~"

Li Chengqian was about to stand up when he felt his legs go numb and he sat back down on the cushion.

"Your Highness, let me help you stand up."

Su Wan knew that Li Chengqian's legs were numb from sitting for too long, so she hurried over to support his arm.

"Wan'er, thank you very much."

"Your Highness, husband and wife should support each other, no need to say polite words."

When Li Chengqian heard Su Wan's words, he looked dazed.

He remembered what his mother said to him when he first married Su Wan as the Crown Princess.

“Spouses should discuss more, support each other, and overcome difficulties together.”

Thinking of his mother's words, Li Chengqian's throat moved up and down, then he looked at Su Wan and said with bright eyes.

"Wan'er, Goguryeo is attacking Silla, giving father an excuse to invade Goguryeo."

"Father has decided to launch a northern expedition against Goguryeo next year to recover the land of Han and Jin."

"I want to go to war on behalf of my father. What do you think?"

After a whole afternoon of deep thought, he felt more and more that there was something to be gained from this matter.

Looking at the foreign wars fought by the Tang Dynasty in recent years, the powerful Turks and Tubo fell under the iron hoof of the Tang Dynasty one after another.

He was very sure that Goguryeo would never be able to stop the Tang Dynasty's military advance.

Hearing her husband's words, Su Wan's body stiffened.

She was silent for a few breaths before she spoke slowly.

"Your Highness, what is Prince Consort Du's attitude?"

Although Su Wan was in the East Palace, she was not isolated from the news.

She knew that Du He's recent behavior was increasingly similar to that of his late father, and that he was providing immense help to the prince.

Therefore, the first person she thought of was Du He, to see what his attitude was towards her husband's decision.

Li Chengqian said with a smile.

"Du He also agreed with Gu's idea and said he would fully support Gu."

Du He is his number one military advisor. If he could lead the army on behalf of his father, he would definitely bring this number one think tank with him.

Hearing that Du He also supported it, Su Wan still spoke with some concern.

"Your Highness, since you and Prince Consort Du agree, just charge forward boldly."

"I will teach my children well at home."

As a weak woman, all she can do is give verbal support and take care of the home.

She could not provide the prince with any other help.

Li Chengqian's eyes were full of relief. He held Su Wan's hand tightly, reluctant to let go.

Inside the Manna Hall.

Bright lights.

It is now the end of the Xu hour, and Li Shimin is still busy inside.

In his hand, he was holding a piece of rice paper and looking at it, his eyes lingering on it.

There were dozens of people's names written on the rice paper.

On the left are written civil officials such as Changsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, Yang Shidao and Gao Shilian.

On the right are written the names of Li Jing, Li Ji, Li Daozon, Hou Junji, Yuchi Jingde, Cheng Yaojin, Xue Wanche, Zhang Liang, Ashina She'er and other generals.

"Huh, having too many civil officials and military commanders is also a headache."

Li Shimin sighed.

Regarding this war in which he personally led the army to conquer Goguryeo, Li Shimin was very conflicted about choosing the people to fight.

It is easy to choose a counselor. You can bring any one of Changsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling, and then bring Yang Shidao, Cen Wenben and others.

It is difficult to choose a military general.

This large group of people all have made great military achievements and are very good at commanding troops.

In addition to the personal abilities of civil and military officials, it is also necessary to balance the interests of the Guanlong Group and the Shandong Group.

Both sides need to use some people and let them make contributions on the battlefield.

The Shandong here does not refer to a single province, but to the vast area east of Mount Xiao and Hangu Pass, including Henan, Hebei and large areas of Shandong.

When Li Shimin was thinking with his head down, he suddenly heard a knock on the door.

"Knock knock knock."

There was a gentle knock on the door of the Ganlu Temple.

Then the guard on duty reported: "Your Majesty, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince requests an audience."

There was silence in Ganlu Hall for a moment, and then Li Shimin's slightly puzzled voice was heard.

"Prince Xuan, please come in."

Li Shimin put the paper in his hand on the table, then looked up and saw Li Chengqian limping in.

Looking at the lame leg, Li Shimin narrowed his eyes slightly, and then he asked with a slightly serious expression.

"Cheng Qian, you came to see father so late, what's the important matter?"

Li Shimin did not call Li Chengqian "Gao Ming" as he did before.

It seems that after Li Chengqian became lame, the word "Gao Ming" was rarely used.

Li Chengqian walked up to Li Shimin, he first bowed respectfully, and then spoke with a serious expression.

"Father, I am here today to ask for a fight. I will fight against Goguryeo on your behalf!"

"What!?"

Li Shimin shouted in shock.

The look he gave Li Chengqian was also full of disbelief.

Li Chengqian gritted his teeth and said with a firm look in his eyes: "Father, I want to go to war on your behalf, conquer Goguryeo, and recover the homeland of Han and Jin!"

His tone was forceful and his attitude was resolute.

Li Shimin narrowed his eyes and looked at his eldest son again.

After more than 20 years of living together day and night, he actually developed a sense of strangeness towards Li Chengqian, the eldest son.

A moment of silence.

Li Shimin said in a low voice: "Chengqian, your father is very pleased that you have this intention."

"But the battlefield is no joke. The slightest mistake will cost the lives of countless Tang soldiers."

"Father cannot agree to your request!"

Li Shimin waved his hand and refused directly.