Li Shimin faked his death? Then I will be powerful enough to conquer the world!

Ma Zhou's face was filled with a pensive look, and he spoke slowly, "After returning home, I have pondered this matter in my study, but my thoughts are so mixed that I still haven't found a solution to help these blind people live safely and peacefully in Chang'an."

"Although Chang'an is a magnificent place, for them it seems like a thorny place, and the journey is difficult. I, an old minister, am worried, but I have no good solution. I feel guilty."

"Fortunately, Minister Fang mentioned these matters, which dispelled the fog in my mind. I was touched and my mind suddenly became clear, and many thoughts came to me."

Ma Zhou raised his head slightly, then, with a serious expression, spoke eloquently, "I'd like to offer a suggestion. Blind people often rely on canes to find their way. In my opinion, could we carefully plan and open up a secluded path specifically for the blind along the smooth, solid cement roads of the Tang Dynasty?"

"This path must be uniquely ingenious, with the pavement meticulously carved with unique patterns, perhaps resembling the undulating veins of mountains and rivers, with varying heights and depths."

"Blind people only need to touch with their cane to feel the path, knowing that they are on a safe and secure path and can be guided."

Ma Zhou paused briefly, imagining the grand scene after the birth of Braille. He then said, "The civilization of our Great Tang is as brilliant as the stars in the sky. It will surely benefit all people, leaving no one behind."

"In order to enable the blind to deeply appreciate the splendor, elegance, and other exquisite aspects of the Tang Dynasty, Braille should be carefully created."

"With the creation of Braille, they can now share the glory of civilization and the richness of culture with the countless people of the Tang Dynasty. They will no longer be isolated from the civilized world and wander alone in the darkness."

Speaking of this, Ma Zhou became even more passionate, his expression as firm as iron, and his words were sonorous and powerful: "Since this is a road dedicated to the blind, it should be like a pure land that cannot be violated. We must ensure that they can travel freely."

"Therefore, a decree must be issued to the entire nation, strictly prohibiting any outsiders or objects from obstructing the progress."

"We should also revise the laws of the Tang Dynasty and add relevant provisions to ensure that this rule is implemented with strict discipline."

"Only in this way can we carefully create a safe and worry-free travel environment for the blind, allowing them to find a private and peaceful space in the bustling and noisy city of Chang'an, and also demonstrate the kindness and tolerance of our Tang Dynasty towards all people."

Ma Zhou spoke without reservation, pouring out his thoughts and ideas like a torrent.

His feelings are sincere and deep, and his intentions are sincere and passionate.

Li Chengqian was sitting upright on the dragon throne. He was slightly startled when he heard Ma Zhou's heartfelt words. Then a complex expression of amazement and admiration appeared in his eyes.

Ma Zhou's talent is indeed well-deserved. Li Chengqian's new rule of "entering the city gate from the left and exiting from the right" to make Chang'an's traffic orderly was also proposed by Ma Zhou in history.

Even in later generations, there are still many rumors that the name of Renma Road was due to Ma Zhou.

As for why the road came into being in the previous life, Li Chengqian was clueless, but at this moment he knew that he held the power to decide the writing of the history of the road, and he could make this creation shine brightly in the annals of history and be passed down through the ages.

Li Chengqian did not speak immediately, but weighed the pros and cons, thinking about the meaning behind this move and the chain reactions it might cause.

At this time, Xiao Yu and Yu Zhining looked at each other, understood each other, and both stepped forward.

Seeing Xiao Yu take the first step, Yu Zhining hurriedly bowed humbly and politely, indicating that Xiao Yu should speak first.

Xiao Yu nodded slightly, then turned to Ma Zhou, his face as solemn as lead, and his words were sincere and earnest: "Master Ma, please allow me to speak for a moment."

"Although your thoughts are full of benevolence, have you ever carefully considered the heavy burden that our Tang Dynasty would have to bear if such a grand plan were implemented?"

"Just the creation of Braille and the writing of books required a staggering amount of learned men, writing brushes, paper, and time, all of which were spent in such a vast and arduous process."

Xiao Yu was filled with worry, as if foreseeing the difficulties and obstacles ahead: "Once Braille is created, the court will need to mobilize many talented and learned people, spending countless hours and energy to carefully teach the blind. The hardships involved are self-evident, like sailing against the current, with numerous difficulties."

"Furthermore, it took the Tang Dynasty over two years to build the existing road, employing hundreds of thousands of civilians and consuming countless amounts of money and grain."

"Trickles of water converge to form a vast ocean, yet now you want to start all over again and rebuild the blind path. I believe that although you have a kind heart, this is definitely not a good way to govern the country and maintain its security. It is actually putting the cart before the horse, adding only trouble and unnecessary effort."

As soon as Xiao Yu finished speaking, Yu Zhining quickly echoed: "My opinion coincides with Minister Xiao's."

"This move is truly costly and wasteful. Even if, as Lord Ma said, the imperial court fully implements this proposal, what tangible benefits can our Tang Dynasty reap?"

"Is it just to earn the gratitude of a group of disabled people?"

Yu Zhining's words were sharp, frank, and merciless: "Those blind people are unable to till the fields and contribute their hard work to agriculture, just like a bird with broken wings cannot soar into the sky. Yet, they need the court to allocate money and food every year to support their livelihood."

"If this is the case, wouldn't it be an unnecessary burden for the Tang Dynasty, causing a hundred harms and no benefit?"

"A stone thrown into a calm lake will only stir up the water, creating unrest."

After saying this, Yu Zhining bowed deeply to Li Chengqian respectfully and said, "This old minister implores Your Majesty to be wise and consider carefully. Do not act rashly, lest you shake the foundation of the country."

After hearing what Yu Zhining said, Li Chengqian couldn't help but look at him a few more times.

Yu Zhining was a great Confucian scholar.

As early as when Li Shimin was still the King of Qin, he had already been honored to be the Secretary of the Tiance Palace and was highly trusted.

Back then, Li Shimin entrusted him and Wei Zheng with the important task of carefully supervising Li Chengqian's studies.

The book "Jianyuan" which was passed down to later generations and used to advise Li Chengqian was the result of Yu Zhining's hard work.

Li Chengqian listened silently to the heated arguments of the ministers below. After a long while, he slowly spoke: "Well, I have listened to your verbal battle for a long time. Now I have only one question in my mind, which I would like to ask you, my dear ministers."

"What exactly is the sign of a prosperous era? And what is the proof of a strong nation?"

Li Chengqian's voice was not loud, but the entire hall fell into silence again.

The ministers looked at each other in confusion, all filled with doubt and unable to understand.

Why was it that when we were just arguing fiercely about the road construction, Your Majesty suddenly brought up a grand proposition that seemed completely unrelated?