Li Shimin looked at Li Mu and was silent for a long time, as if thinking about whether what Li Mu said was true or false.

Li Mu was silent and gave him time to think.

"Li Mu, do you know that the allusion of a man who is guilty of being guilty of being a treasure?"

Li Shimin asked suddenly, and Li Mu understood what he meant. Li Shimin was saying that Li Mu was too capable, which forced him to be afraid.

Li Mu smiled and said, "Your Majesty, saints have always been tolerant since ancient times. If you are worried that your ministers are more meritorious than the master, and you abandon them, or kill them because of jealousy, you are not worthy of being a saint. Your Majesty has the ambition of a wise ruler. If you don't have this confidence, it's time to start being a fool now. You can also not be a loyal minister or a wise minister, or a slander. You are also very good at it."

Li Shimin angrily said, "What's this?! I have no tolerance for others. I am just worried that in a hundred years, no matter Chengqian or Qingque, whoever succeeds the throne will be able to tolerate you."

It sounds nice, but Li Mu still understood the implication: He was not worried about his life, but worried that it was after he died.

Li Mu smiled and said, "Your Majesty, the wise man in the world is not Li Mu. If the descendants of later generations are unworthy, without Li Mu, someone will rise up. Even if Mu has become a dead bone in a hundred years, will the Tang Dynasty really be able to survive for thousands of years? The cycle of heaven and dynasties change, like yin and yang, like sun and moon, how can human power compete with it? Qin Emperor and Han Wu, and the emperors of ancient times dare not say that they will definitely surpass them in their life, right? Such a person has protected the Qin and Han dynasties for thousands of years?"

Li Shimin was silent, and Li Mu said again: "I think so. In this life, it is already a great blessing for life to take on the responsibility of this life, do the best you can do, and not leave any regrets. When you are alive, worrying about what happens after death is a waste of life. If a person dies and still has souls, then the soul is fine, and there is still time to think about it. If a person dies and has no souls, then everything in the world will be like passing clouds. What do you want to do?"

Li Shimin was stunned and then laughed: "What I said is reasonable, but I am obsessed with it-" He patted Li Mu on the shoulder and said: "My heart is now untied. But there is still an explanation for the matter of Jisitang. What do you think? Tell me about it."

Li Mu had long expected that Li Shimin would mention this matter and write a draft. He was not panicked now and said, "Your Majesty, Jisitang is now too big. This is a certain fact. Even if my mother pulls it out, Jisitang will continue to maintain it, because over the years, the businesses of major families have been operated by Jisitang. Without Jisitang, they will become headless flies and do not do business, so they will definitely find ways to maintain the existence of Jisitang."

Li Shimin nodded. It was obvious that Li Mu's analysis was exactly what he expected.

Li Mu said again: "Although I have never asked about Zhisitang, I have heard some news. My mother plans to retire and withdraw from Zhisitang, and has mentioned it to me several times. After she withdrew, the position of the head of Zhisitang is empty. I heard that several of the masters of Zhisitang are starting to select the next owner of Zhisitang."

"I have also received the news." Li Shimin didn't say much, but thought to himself, I know so much about what kind of person you are, your mother. How could the Jiesi Hall she saved up in her life give up? It's just a cover for someone to leave. He didn't say it out loud, just to see what Li Mu's attitude was.

Li Mu continued: "It's easy to break this situation."

Li Shimin curiously said, "What a good idea?"

"The reason why Jisitang is important is that it is a connection bond and a communication hub. What if these functions are replaced?"

Li Shimin frowned slightly and said, "You mean, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?"

"There is also the Luoyang trading market." Li Mu said seriously: "Your Majesty, don't underestimate them. With the existence of these institutions, as long as the court does well, one day they will find that the functions of Jisitang have been replaced unknowingly."

"No matter how good Jisitang does, it is shameless after all. And whatever the court does, it takes the four words of righteousness and openness, which is the difference."

Li Shimin thought about how true and false Li Mu said. After thinking for a while, he still couldn't see the "fake" part of Li Mu's words, so he believed that what he said was true.

For a long time, Li Shimin has been dependent on Li Mu. Because many things cannot be solved by conventional methods, Li Mu can often win by surprise. So far, Li Mu has not disappointed him: "You can start doing this. I support everything you need."

"Can your Majesty trust me?"

Li Shimin laughed loudly and said, "What do I do not believe in? I will be a wise and saint king as you said, so that the hearts of the world will be convinced. Even if you rebel, you will not be able to succeed. I still have this confidence. And I also believe that you have your own measure."

"Then I have three requests now, and I hope that Your Majesty can be approved."

"Tell me!" Li Shimin said readily: "I agree to it all."

"The first request is that Your Majesty do not use troops to Goguryeo next year." Li Mu said seriously: "Although this year's harvest is good, it's far from enough. It's not a year or two to fight Goguryeo. It requires complete preparation. If you fight next year, it may damage your vitality."

Li Shimin thought for a while and said, "I can promise you not to fight next year, but you have to tell me how long you have to wait." Li Shimin also said solemnly: "Why am I anxious? Isn't it because the veterans who fought with me in the world are getting older? They are all warriors who have experienced blood and fire. Why is the Tang Dynasty invincible? It's all because of these veterans. With them, I have a clear mind. If they can't lift the sword, maybe my spirit will be gone, so I can't wait for too long."

"Attacking Goguryeo, three conditions are required to be prepared. Roads, grains, ships, and horses must be sold, and the warehouses must be closed and built, and there are still tens of thousands of stone ships that must be successfully built. Three conditions are met, and it is not difficult to attack Goguryeo. If nothing unexpected happens, according to my estimates, at least two years or up to three years, these conditions can be prepared."

"Two years." Li Shimin looked at Li Mu and said, "I can only wait for two years."

Li Mu nodded: "Yes."

"Okay, the second requirement." Li Shimin looked at Li Mu. He could already guess what Li Mu was thinking.

"The second condition is that I want to get a title for my mother."

Li Shimin did not respond immediately, but asked, "Do you want me to issue an edict to blame yourself?"

Li Mu shook his head and said, "I just want to ask for an amulet. Please treat my mother like the princess in Yin. I will be satisfied. Otherwise, my family's safety will not be guaranteed, and I will not let go of my work."

Li Shimin was silent for a while, nodded, and said, "I have agreed to this matter, but I have to give me some time. I have to think about what to do."

Li Mu nodded and said, "There is still the last request left."

Li Shimin said vigilantly: "Don't go too far!"

"I don't think it's too much." Li Mu said seriously: "I ask Your Majesty, no matter what happens, my family must not be hosted. If Your Majesty violates the agreement, it is like forcing me to rebel. Even if I don't have this ability, I will take a risk to give it a try."

"Li Mu, you!" Li Shimin stood up in anger, pointed at Li Mu, and said, "Do you know, if your words were recorded in your daily life note, what would you be guilty?"

"Your Majesty also understands my temper. My family is more than anything, as I say." Li Mu is like a stubborn calf, facing the tiger's stare, never retreats: "Family is my bottom line. For the sake of my family, I can do anything and do it!"

The two of them looked at each other, both of whom were strong willpower, but they refused to retreat. They kept their eyes open, as if someone would lose for a while if they blinked.

After about half a quarter of an hour, Li Shimin was defeated, rubbed his tears in his eyes and said, "You are cruel, I can't do it if I agree? But I also have a condition. On the Lantern Festival this year, you have to arrange a new drama for me. Dou E has been acting injustice for a year, and I can recite the lyrics!"

Li Mu was not much better either. He seemed to have something in his eyes. He wanted to speak and tears flowed first, and said while crying: "I just agreed. Time is tight. I will go back to write a message book now. Take care of your Majesty. I will cry when I go home, and I won't bother Your Majesty."

"Get out--" Li Shimin finished speaking, suddenly remembered that it was dark and the palace gate was locked. Li Mu couldn't go out even if he wanted to leave. He said, "Go to the East Palace to sleep. I won't beating Goguryeo next year. I'll tell Cheng Qian that boy so he won't be worried about it. In addition, let him know another news. I have arranged a marriage for him, and he will get married after the New Year!"

"I obey the order."

Li Mu turned around and left the hall. Eunuch Gao, who was guarding the door, saw Li Mu crying like a tearful person, and hurriedly asked, "What's wrong with the Marquis? Why are you crying like this? Your Majesty scolding you?"

Li Mu was too lazy to explain, so he waved his hand and said, "Let's talk about it when you have time. Eunuch Gao, please come here. Your Majesty asked me to live in the East Palace. My eyes can't see things now, so it's inconvenient to walk."

In other words, Li Mu dared to say this and wanted to chase him in the palace. How brave would he be?

But Eunuch Gao didn't care, as if the request was normal, and waved, the two little eunuchs rushed over with one step. He helped Li Mu up and told the little eunuch to carry it slowly, so that Li Mu would not throw him down.

After dealing with him, Eunuch Gao hurried to see Li Shimin. Thinking that Li Mu was crying like this, Li Shimin would not be angry to death. But after a closer look, Li Shimin's eyes were redder than Li Mu, so he didn't know what was going on. What's wrong? Could it be that the two of them were both dissatisfied while chatting? Can't they cry with their heads in their arms?

Unexpectedly, Eunuch Gao didn't dare to approach Li Shimin. Does Your Majesty want to be faced? For the sake of Your Majesty's face, it's better to pretend that you didn't see it.

...

When Li Mu came to the East Palace, Li Chengqian had been waiting for a long time. As soon as he guessed that Li Mu would have to live in the East Palace today, he ordered people to prepare the wine and food and wait for Li Mu to come.

Seeing Li Mu's eyes flushed, Li Chengqian was confused and said, "Brother, what's wrong? Did the father attack you?"

"Wu!" Li Mu patted Li Chengqian and said, "I just said something useless. What will Your Majesty do to me? Just--" When the words came to his mouth, Li Mu thought for a while, but didn't tell the details of the chat. It was useless to tell Li Chengqian. He would still think randomly and lie casually. "I talked to Your Majesty about something, which touched the sadness in my heart, and cried bitterly. They are all people with temperament, it's okay, just go there."

"What's the matter?" Li Chengqian looked curious about the baby, and his face was full of gossip.

"What does it have to do with you? The hair has not grown even after all." Li Mu retorted bluntly, sat down after taking the chopsticks and started eating, and notified Li Chengqian in ambiguous way: "Your father said that you have made a marriage for you and you will get married after the New Year. Congratulations, the hair is finally growing even after all."

Li Chengqian just picked up the chopsticks and was stunned when he heard this: "Brother, are you kidding? How old am I? Why did you get married?"

"It's the thirteenth day of the Chinese New Year, and it's time to get married." Li Mu's words were not a joke. In the early Tang Dynasty, there were many marriages in the thirteenth and fourteenth days, but relatively speaking, it was indeed early. Li Shimin himself got married at the age of fifteen.

"It's time to pass on the family line," Li Mu teased.

Li Chengqian didn't even have the heart to eat, his eyes were dull, he looked in front of him blankly, and murmured: "When I marry, how can I fight on the battlefield? The love between children and children ties me-"

Li Mu laughed silently, but he didn't expect that this naughty child had good brain replenishment skills. He did not disturb Li Chengqian. After eating, he called the palace servant to take him to rest.

Li Chengqian didn't eat a bite of food, and was completely confused. After sending Li Mu away, he wanted to go back to the bedroom, but after halfway through, he was very upset and waved his hand to let the palace servants retreat. He came to the frozen pool alone and stared at the snow in the pool.

The marriage had a bit of a big impact on him. In his consciousness, he never thought about getting married so early.

He didn't know how to face this, and he never thought about women in his thirteen years of life.

"I don't know what kind of person it would be-" Li Chengqian murmured. Suddenly, he frowned and found that there was a person standing next to the frozen pond.

He was curious about what the man was doing, so he walked over quietly, intending to scare him.

When he walked behind this man, Li Chengqian discovered what he was doing. It turned out that this pond was fish farming. In winter, the unlucky fish were frozen in the ice. Li Chengqian had seen it, but it was just seen. Who would care about the life and death of a fish? But this man was meddling a lot. He was secretly trying to dig out the fish and put it into the hole chiseled next to him.

Li Chengqian couldn't help saying, "You are not helping it, but to harm it. It freezes, and the ice melts next year, and maybe it will still survive. If you dig it out and throw it into the ice hole, it will definitely die."

The man was holding a fish in his hand. When he heard Li Chengqian's voice, he was so scared that he didn't dare to move. Suddenly, he threw the fish down, got up and ran away.

The moment he passed by, Li Chengqian was stunned for a moment.
Chapter completed!