After Liu Rengui came out of Zhongshu Province, he was led to the East Palace by a special person. On the way, Liu Rengui kept sorting out his knowledge of Li Chengqian. Liu Rengui had met Li Chengqian. The last time Li Shimin returned to the capital from his east tour, Liu Rengui was standing in the east palace.

among the ranks of capital officials.

At that time, he was full of curiosity about this young man who independently suppressed the locust plague in twenty-seven states. So he asked people around him, consciously or unconsciously, about Li Chengqian's past. From disaster relief in Huazhou, beheading the governor, to Weinan and Lantian

Handicraft workshop.

From the establishment of the Ministry of Integrity to the last locust plague in Guanzhong, Li Chengqian's talent in governance has been demonstrated. What surprised Liu Rengui most was the Minzhou counterattack. Li Chengqian, the current prince, actually came to the front line to command the operations.

He held the pass at an absolute disadvantage, thereby directly changing the situation on the Western Front. And today he was going to admonish the man who had left countless mysteries in his heart.

"Your Majesty, Liu Rengui, is here to see His Highness the Crown Prince."

"Oh, Liu Qing is here. No courtesy, but a seat. Henglian will show Mr. Liu some tea." Li Chengqian put down the pen in his hand and said.

"Presumably before Liu Qing came, the prime minister had told you the purpose of his transfer to Chang'an."

Liu Rengui took the tea cup from Heng Lian very politely, and then respectfully replied: "Back to Your Highness, yes, the prime minister has already informed the lower officials."

Well, after Li Chengqian took a sip of tea, he said: "The land is limited, and the sea is endless. I heard that many people in coastal areas come to the land to be civilians, and going to the sea to become bandits can be said to be a disaster. In recent years, the imperial court has received many

There is a memorial about pirate plunder, but it has always been because the country is weak and unable to operate."

"This time I was ordered to supervise the construction of the Hangzhou Navy to not only solve this problem, but also to establish a maritime military supply line. Not only can it be exchanged for the urgently needed food of the Tang Dynasty. It can also be used for silk, fine wine, porcelain, and tea.

Exchange gold, silver, etc. with overseas countries."

After Li Chengqian finished speaking, he stared at Liu Rengui. He wanted to see if this person could withstand the temptation. Because he knew that even the toughest person would have to melt away the money he spent every day.

Liu Rengui touched his chin, his brows filled with worry. "Your Highness, it is our duty to appease the border areas and protect the people. If the country is weak, it is understandable to use some things in exchange for food and to feed the people. But the silk that Your Highness mentioned,

Fine wine, gold, and silver are trade.”

Li Chengqian raised his eyebrows, then smiled and said: "I remember Liu Qing's character is Zhengze, right? Zhengze, you are right. I want to expand this maritime Silk Road while establishing a maritime supply line.

.It was first controlled by the imperial court and then gradually opened to the people."

Liu Rengui was shocked after hearing this. Throughout the past dynasties, the main purpose was to block sea areas, firstly to prevent the loss of population and wealth, and secondly for defense.

From the Qin and Han dynasties to the present Tang Dynasty, the main enemies of the Central Plains dynasties were the nomads in the north. Sea bans indeed prevented the Central Plains dynasties from being attacked on both sides.

As for the man in front of him, he has not solved the problem in the north. Is it too hasty to start working on the sea frontier? Besides, who can guarantee that there will not be a South Vietnam here? Even if not, who can withstand the money?

What about temptation.

"Your Highness, here, the profits here are not small. Who can withstand being soaked in money every day? Besides, what if someone wants to imitate Zhao Tuo's old tricks?"

Haha..., Li Chengqian laughed heartily. He had been waiting for this sentence. Liu Rengui could say it himself, which shows that he is honest and upright. It is only reassuring to use such a person.

"Zhengze, I have already considered what you said. How did my Li family win the world? It is the king's righteousness and the people's support in the world.

The world is inhabited by virtuous people, and if someone follows suit to separatist power and rebel, it would mean that my father and son are running the country immorally."

"As for the corruption you mentioned, this is also the reason why I hired you. After the prime minister recommended you, I reviewed your files in the Ministry of Personnel.

You are from Weishi County, Bianzhou, from a commoner's family. Your family is poor but you have not succumbed to your aspirations. Since you became an official, you have been engaged in Xingming and have made outstanding achievements. I believe that you can restrain the officers and soldiers of the Navy."

Li Chengqian's praise made Liu Rengui, who had been a low-level official for many years, embarrassed. He kept saying that he was just doing his duty as a minister and did not dare to take credit.

"You said it well, duty is so rare." Li Chengqian stood up and walked to Liu Rengui.

"I know that many people call themselves Emperor Fu Bi and stabilize the world. But in their hearts, they think that being an official for thousands of miles is just for money. If he has half the profit, he will dare to take risks. If he has double the profit, he will

Dare to trample all human laws. Of course, if it is three times the profit, he dares to commit any crime, even risking his head and body, and does not care at all.

I hope you will remember what you said. Keep your true intentions in mind and be diligent in the king's affairs. When the time comes, the Li family will not hesitate to reward you, and it will be a matter of course that you become a marquis and become a prime minister."

Li Chengqian used both soft and hard tactics, and Liu Rengui also understood that he, the Sima, was a sharp sword hanging over the heads of the naval officers. Anyone who violated the king's laws and had evil intentions was the target of his death. As for him, regardless of whether he was out of etiquette or law

To teach, or to repay the kindness of knowing someone, I can only choose to be a lonely minister.

But if Li Chengqian's plan really succeeds, it will naturally be a good thing that benefits the country and the people. Doesn't he just want to do more for the people when he becomes an official? As for himself, it is not important.

Liu Rengui saluted Li Chengqian. "Your Highness, rest assured that Rengui will do his best for the country and the people."

"Don't worry, I think my reputation is pretty good and I won't leave you alone. As long as Yu Guoyi doesn't matter what happens, I will make the decision for you."

Li Chengqian smiled and patted Liu Rengui on the shoulder and said. Li Chengqian really didn't lie about this. Regardless of your origin, Li Chengqian will use all the staff in the East Palace as long as you are capable enough.

For example, Wang Zhi, the newly appointed left minister of the Ministry of Integrity, is also a commoner. Although he has worked hard for more than ten years, he has never been promoted. However, since he was appreciated by Li Chengqian, he rose from the rank of state official to junior high school in just three years.

Official, he has become a high-ranking official in purple robes. He is envious of those children of wealthy families.

There is also Luo Cheng, who has just been transferred to the Sixteenth Guards Army together with Xie Yingdeng. He was originally a convicted criminal, but Li Chengqian boldly activated him regardless of his old evil. Now he is also a third-grade general.

Coming out of the East Palace, Liu Rengui shivered when the wind blew through his sweat-soaked clothes. He turned back and glanced at the East Palace. In the exchange just now, he saw ambition in Li Chengqian's eyes.

This made him a little worried. Such ambition might make him become a king like Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty who opened up new territories. It might also make him lose his ancestor's foundation like Yang Guang. Where will the future of the Tang Dynasty go? Alas, let out a long sigh.
Chapter completed!