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

Beneath the red steps, civil and military officials were dressed in court robes, with different expressions, some solemn, some worried, and some hiding their thoughts.

Amidst the accusations of the crowd, Chen Fusheng was like an unshakable mountain.

Those words like sharp arrows kept shooting at him, but he seemed not to hear them and continued to maintain his actions.

His indifference seemed out of place in this noisy court.

Li Chengqian sat upright on the dragon platform, his eyes as deep as the sea.

He looked at Chen Fusheng below, observing calmly at first, but as Chen Fusheng stood firm under the accusations of everyone, an indescribable emotion surged in Li Chengqian's heart.

Finally, he couldn't help but burst out laughing, "Hahahaha..." The laughter was so hearty that it kept echoing in the Tai Chi Hall.

His Majesty's sudden laughter instantly quieted the entire scene.

Civil and military officials looked at each other in confusion. They didn't understand why the usually calm His Majesty suddenly laughed.

All those eyes were focused on Li Chengqian.

Li Chengqian slowly stood up and walked down the dragon platform step by step calmly.

He walked up to Chen Fusheng, leaned over slightly, and gently lifted Chen Fusheng up with both hands.

Chen Fusheng raised his head and his eyes met Li Chengqian's.

In an instant, he felt a warm current surging in his heart, and his eyes turned red involuntarily.

Thousands of words rolled in my heart, and finally turned into one sentence: "Teacher, I'm sorry!"

His voice was choked with sobs and a hint of guilt.

Li Chengqian looked at Chen Fusheng, shook his head gently, and a gentle smile appeared on his face: "Teacher doesn't think there is anything wrong. On the contrary, I am very pleased."

His voice was gentle. "You did the right thing, and you did it very well. You saw the essence of things at a glance."

After saying this, Li Chengqian turned around, put his hands behind his back, and glanced at the civil and military officials in the hall.

"Everyone, did you see that? Do you need to be so worried?"

Li Chengqian's voice echoed in the hall, "When the system is changed, I will be the one who suffers the most. Compared to me, even if you suffer losses, what does it matter?"

These words stirred up a thousand waves in everyone's heart.

All the ministers lowered their heads, with shame on their faces.

After a moment, they could no longer stand and bowed in unison, shouting in unison: "Your Majesty!"

The voice resounded throughout the Taiji Hall, filled with awe.

Li Chengqian listened to the crowd's cheers and waved his hand gently, his expression gentle: "Everyone, stand up. No need to salute."

He paused slightly, his gaze becoming profound. "Reform is not something that can be done overnight. Everything must be done slowly."

He looked at Chen Fusheng again, his eyes full of admiration, "I am very pleased today that someone can understand what I mean. Chen Fusheng, you are very good."

"As for the plan, I have some ideas in mind,"

Li Chengqian's eyes became firm. "You can say I am arbitrary or stubborn."

He looked around at everyone, his words resoundingly, "I'm saying this right here in front of you. Just arrange for someone to do it."

"From now on, all government offices and court agencies must add the word 'common people' in front of their names."

Li Chengqian's voice was undeniable. "From now on, remember this: you will no longer be supported by the people, but you will be the ones supporting the people."

"As for those benefits..."

At this point, Li Chengqian sneered, "Remember this, be an official but don't get rich, and be rich but don't be an official. The laws of the Tang Dynasty stipulate that officials within three years of mourning cannot engage in business. If you want to be an official and make a fortune, don't blame me for being rude."

"Let me tell you something ugly right up front."

"Since I came to power, I have never treated you unfairly. I made this clear to you at the beginning."

Li Chengqian's eyes softened. "As for Fusheng, after you leave the court, come to Liangyi Hall and tell me your thoughts. Everyone in the cabinet, come."

"Don't worry too much, everyone. It's not time to change it yet. I'm just giving you a heads up so you won't be caught off guard."

Li Chengqian's voice returned to gentleness and soothing.

After saying that, Li Chengqian glanced at the silent court, patted Chen Fusheng on the shoulder, and signaled him to leave first.

Afterwards, he walked up to the dragon platform slowly and sat back on the dragon throne.

"My friends, the sage said that the people are more important than the king, but are the people really more important?"

"Are you really that light?"

"I don't expect you to realize that you value the lives of the people as much as your own."

"I only hope that you officials will not be corrupted and will do more practical things for the people."

Li Chengqian's voice was filled with expectation. "In my place, promotion is easy. As long as you treat the people well, you can get promoted."

"Even if you are hypocritical, please be hypocritical for me for the rest of my life."

Li Chengqian spoke to himself, his eyes sweeping over the ministers one by one. Seeing that they were all silent, he did not continue.

"Lord Pei." Li Chengqian's voice broke the silence.

Pei Xingjian, who was standing below, heard Li Chengqian's question and was startled from his trance.

He hurriedly straightened his court robes, took a few quick steps, stood up, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I am here!"

"Lord Pei, how is the construction of the railway leading to Xinjiang going?" Li Chengqian asked Pei Xingjian.

Hearing Li Chengqian's words, Pei Xingjian frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and replied, "Your Majesty, this project is huge, requiring enormous manpower, material resources, and financial resources."

"The journey is long, the terrain is complex, and many challenges need to be addressed. It will take at least five years to complete the railway, and that's the minimum estimate!"

Li Chengqian nodded slightly, his expression solemn. "I know this project is not easy, but this railway is related to the stability of our Great Tang's borders, the well-being of the people, and the future of our dynasty."

"My dear minister, please supervise this matter well. If you encounter any difficulties, please report to me at any time."

"Old minister, I obey the order!"

Pei Xingjian bowed his head and accepted the order, secretly resolving in his heart that he would not let His Majesty down.

The atmosphere in the court remained tense. Li Chengqian then questioned several other ministers about matters concerning people's livelihood, military affairs, and the economy.

Every minister answered carefully, fearing the slightest mistake.

After asking this question, Li Chengqian was silent for a moment and decided to endure the Arabs for another five years.

But the Middle East is a good place, with an alarming abundance of resources.

Unfortunately, Arabia is not that easy to defeat, otherwise Li Chengqian would not have gone to such great lengths to build the railway.

The walls of Arab cities are not much different from those of the Tang Dynasty cities.

Xinjiang has not been completely stabilized yet. If we fight now, we will be stretching our hands too far and the battle line too far.

It would be a good idea for Xue Rengui to teach him a lesson.

The Tang Dynasty cannot afford to have a shortage of Kunlun slaves, as many people's families are in urgent need of them to cultivate the land.