Datang: Rebirth of Li Chengqian, the beginning of the treason interrogation

Chapter 67 Changsun Wuji's Worries

After an uneasy lunch.

Li Chengqian and Zhangsun Wuji left the palace.
In front of the Rihua Gate, the palace road was very wide, with the width of five carriage roads. With two people walking in it, it seemed very empty.

"What does the prince think of Lady Wu?" Changsun Wuji suddenly asked.

Li Chengqian couldn't help but frown when he heard this, and secretly thought about Changsun Wuji's intention. He glanced at Changsun Wuji and said slowly:

"I don't know what uncle means by this. It's not easy for my nephew to comment on the concubines in the harem."

Changsun Wuji has always supported Li Zhi, and now Li Shimin has once again made clear his position as regent. I wonder whether Changsun Wuji's position has changed.

He quietly observed Changsun Wuji's expression, trying to get some clues from it.

He knew Zhangsun Wuji's methods and strategies very well. He knew that this man could remain undefeated in the palace struggle, so he must have his own strengths. He looked at Zhangsun Wuji, waiting for his next words.

Changsun Wuji said slowly: "In my uncle's opinion, this girl has the look of a wolf."

His words revealed a deep worry, and given his status, he dared to say it even in front of Li Shimin.

"Your Majesty has been staying in the palace of Wu Cairen recently, showing extreme favor. I'm afraid this is not a good thing. Soon, you and I will also go to the battlefield. There are not many people who can advise His Majesty, and His Majesty is becoming less and less willing to listen to advice."

Changsun Wuji said with great concern. It must be said that he was very far-sighted.

"So what do you think, uncle? Do you want to give me some advice?"

Li Chengqian said that Wu Mei has not yet turned into Wu Zetian, but the scheming she has shown now is already chilling.

She did not do it unintentionally, but with purpose.

Otherwise, Li Chengqian would not believe it even if he was beaten to death. Li Zhi was a little weak, but he was also well-known for his filial piety. Logically speaking, how could he have feelings for his stepmother?
The princess in his palace is not ugly, and this is probably also Wu Cairen's plan.

"Now that His Majesty dotes on him so much, speaking out against him would only offend His Majesty. I just want to remind you to be careful with this Wu Cairen."

At the banquet, Changsun Wuji had already noticed some clues.

"I will keep my uncle's words in mind!"

Li Chengqian agreed. Even without his reminder, Li Chengqian would have been very worried.

Don't get killed again.

Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, was rather incompetent in his later years. Once he was influenced by someone, he suffered the consequences.

He was also going against the tide of history and trying to seize the throne that originally belonged to Li Zhi. It was unknown whether this would cause any strange consequences.

"Then uncle will be relieved!" Although Changsun Wuji said this, his brows were still frowned and he was still worried.

At this time, he might not have such a strong desire and was still considering the Li Tang world.

Power is poisonous, which made him lose his way. In order to dominate the government, he attacked his colleagues.

Originally, Fang Yiai was not plotting a rebellion, but he was not as good as he thought.

He and Princess Gaoyang just wanted to frame Fang Yizheng for the hereditary title of Duke.

But when it fell into the hands of Zhangsun Wuji, it changed its nature and became a case of treason.

King Jiangxia Li Daozon, Duke Wu'an Xue Wanche and King Wu Li Ke were also slandered by him for treason.

Only Li Ji saw the situation early and resigned from his post after seeing that Chu Suiliang had also joined Zhangsun Wuji's camp, thus escaping the disaster.

Li Chengqian then discussed the Goguryeo tactics with Zhangsun Wuji.

Changsun Wuji was also a military expert and had very unique views on war.

But when it comes to naval warfare, it is lacking.

Naval warfare requires more tactics than land warfare. After all, it is on the ocean. If the ship sinks, everything is in vain.

This was not Changsun Wuji's fault. Even if Li Jing came to command the navy, he would not necessarily be that strong. They were all land army champions, and they would be landlubbers in the sea. As for Li Chengqian, let alone, he knew his own strengths.

Since we have no experience in naval warfare, we can only make up for it with talent.

That means Liu Rengui must go, and all the command power must be his. This guy is extremely talented.

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"The most important weapon of the country!"

In Taixue Academy, Kong Yingda gently stroked the movable type printing mold. The wrinkles on his old face piled up together like a blooming flower bud, exuding an indescribable joy.

The second edition of the movable type printing mold was sent to the Imperial Academy.

This is not only a place where national classics are treasured, but also an important place for the inheritance of civilization.

Each book carries countless wisdom and history, and movable type printing will bring unprecedented convenience to the dissemination of these books.

"I heard that movable type printing was invented by the Eastern Palace?"

Yu Zhining asked, with a hint of doubt and surprise in his voice.

Such a great literary masterpiece, a beautiful thing that can be passed down through the ages, actually has nothing to do with these three great scholars of the time.

Moreover, this movable type printing technology seemed to have suddenly appeared a few months after they left the East Palace, which was somewhat surprising.

"Yes, I heard about it too. It seems that it was designed by Crown Prince Li Chengqian."

Kong Yingda frowned, and doubts arose in his heart.

In his eyes, the Crown Prince Li Chengqian of the Eastern Palace had always been a problem teenager and was almost hopeless.

"is it possible?"

Zhang Xuansu didn't believe it either. It was a piece of rotten mud that couldn't even support the wall.

These three people were dismissed from their positions by Li Chengqian and now can only return to Taixue Academy to retire.

"Whether it is true or not, the invention of movable type printing will make our Chinese civilization even more splendid."

Kong Yingda's experienced hands stroked the stone mold there, unable to let go.

"By the way, His Majesty has also ordered us to establish a book at the Imperial Academy and spread it throughout the country. Our Confucianism will also achieve greater glory."

Kong Yingda's eyes were filled with tears as he preached throughout the world. So, is it possible for him to be on par with Confucius?
The advent of movable type printing made this possible.

Confucianism regulated people's morality, but at the same time it also stifled people's creativity.

Even though Li Chengqian knew its disadvantages, he had to promote Confucianism in the current social context.

As for eliminating illiteracy and popularizing written knowledge, there is nothing wrong with taking Confucianism as the mainstream.

Emperor Wu of Han promoted Confucianism as the only doctrine that was respected, which had far-reaching influence. It was not easy to change all this.

First, he wanted to deny the status of Confucianism as a king.

Second, new academic achievements must be generated to impact the status of Confucianism among students and in the hearts of the people.

However, in the current context, this is absolutely impossible, and the only option is to popularize Confucian thought.

The most important thing is to break the gentry’s monopoly on the court.

Only after stability is achieved can a situation of a hundred schools of thought contending with each other be initiated.

With the arrival of movable type printing molds, Tai Academy also devoted itself to printing work day and night.

(End of this chapter)