My father, Li Shimin, please call me Crown Prince

Chapter 42 Du He: Changes in the celestial phenomena will lead to great things
Zuo Qiuming, the bad commander of Chang'an County.

He was on friendly terms with the county lieutenant of Chang'an, and had hundreds of bad guys under his command who obeyed his orders.

When he travels on weekdays, he is always surrounded by people and looks very impressive.

But now, he knelt on the ground respectfully, not daring to breathe.

The Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace.

This is not on the same level at all.

One sentence can determine his life or death.

Are the laws of the Tang Dynasty useful to the prince?

Not to mention the Chang'an County Government Office, even the Dali Temple would cause trouble for the prince because he killed him?

Who would have thought that what I am going to say below is actually true.

A few days ago, a younger brother told him that the Eastern Palace needed his help and would pay him.

Zuo Qiuming’s first thought was that he was unreliable and a liar.

He did envy Ji Zhao, the bad leader of Wannian County, but not everyone could deceive him.

What kind of person is the prince? Why do you pay him for doing things?

If he's not a liar, then what is he?

Therefore, let alone meeting him, Zuoqiu Ming directly asked his younger brother to beat the visitor up.

The result was that while he was still enjoying the Hu Xuan dance in Pingkangfang, more than a dozen police officers rushed in and arrested him.

Then he met Su Chen, the General of the Eastern Palace.

Even the curfew didn't work, and he was taken directly to the East Palace.

"You heard clearly what I just said."

"Your Highness, I understand and I have heard it clearly. I will go back and handle this matter immediately and will never let Your Highness down." Zuo Qiuming replied hurriedly.

Li Chengqian was a little disappointed. He thought he was a hero who would rather die than surrender.

It turns out that's just like this.

"Go ahead. If this is successful, I will appoint you as the lieutenant of Chang'an County."

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Zuo Qiuming did not ask the former county lieutenant what to do.

The rumors that the prince asked him to spread just now, once spread, would be enough to get the Chang'an County Magistrate dismissed from his post.

Li Chengqian didn't warn him either.

Because Zuo Qiuming knew very well that if he dared to expose himself, the only thing waiting for him was death.

No one can save him.

"Su Chen, send him back."

"Yes, Your Highness."

Seeing that the person had left, Wen Zhong reminded him in a low voice: "Your Highness, Zuo Qiuming has come to the East Palace. If someone investigates, they will definitely know his connection with Your Highness."

Li Chengqian said indifferently: "Remember, this is not a rumor."

"Korea is a thorn in the side of our Tang Dynasty. If the officials in the court don't mention it, does that mean it doesn't exist?"

"It's just that I'm worried that we'll follow the same path as the Sui Dynasty."

"Your Majesty is also very careful about his reputation. The Sui Dynasty had a million troops but failed to conquer Goryeo. If he leads the army in person and still fails to conquer Goryeo, wouldn't it be a loss of the reputation of our Tang Dynasty?"

"However, since the Sui Dynasty launched three expeditions against Goryeo, Goryeo has become more and more arrogant. Not only has it refused to pay tribute to the Tang Dynasty, it has also frequently plundered and invaded the border."

"The people of Yingzhou, which borders Goryeo, are suffering even more."

"So, some rumors may sound like rumors to you, but if they are true, can they still be rumors?"

"Or will the officials in the court be able to prove that this is false after hearing the news?"

This is a conspiracy.

A conspiracy to force the Tang Dynasty court.

The people of the Tang Dynasty were martial and all nations came to pay tribute, so the country was proud of being a great country.

When the rumors about Goryeo spread, the people of Chang'an would inevitably be in an uproar.

"Your Highness is wise."

Wen Zhong admired him sincerely.

"Okay, let's go take a look at the Jade Lion that Qingque brought me."

"Yes, Your Highness."
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The Zhaoye Jade Lion, a precious horse from the Western Regions, is completely snow-white without a single stray hair.

Under the moonlight, its jade-white body glows faintly.

Its four hooves stepped on the stone slabs, making crisp sounds, and each step seemed solemn and powerful. The horse's mane fluttered gently in the breeze, and its tail swayed briskly with its steps.

At first sight, Li Chengqian fell in love with her.

The Zhaoye Jade Lion should have the bloodline of a heavy horse, and its overall body size is twice as large as that of an ordinary horse.

Windwalker was beside him, just like an adult or a child.

Li Chengqian walked over, and the Zhaoye Jade Lion did not resist and was gentle in nature.

He climbed onto the horse and galloped immediately, feeling the speed of the Night Jade Lion. It was not slow, and was even faster than Tafeng.

Because of its size, it is more stable and you can feel a strong sense of power.

After running around the training ground, Zhaoye Jade Lion's breathing was not even rapid. This kind of endurance is not comparable to that of ordinary horses.

"Qingque did a good thing."

After riding for several laps, Li Chengqian got off reluctantly.

The next morning, Li Chengqian rode on the Zhaoye Jade Lion and showed off in the parade ground.

Although the guards of the Eastern Palace were already accustomed to the prince's martial arts.

But I am still amazed when I see it every day.

"It would be great if I could follow the prince into battle."

"When listening to storytelling, it is hard to imagine how exciting it is to talk about the great Han Huo Qubing. If the prince goes to the battlefield himself, he will definitely be as majestic as Huo Qubing."

"I also want to follow the prince to fight, and I will definitely become famous."

"Just like the great generals who followed His Majesty in the past."

After hearing this, many guards looked at the prince's riding and shooting style again, and their eyes suddenly changed.

They were originally the guards of the Eastern Palace and obeyed the orders of the Crown Prince.

Previously, because the crown prince was absurd, the matter of male favorites was considered nothing by many aristocratic families. At most, it was a lack of personal morality and had little impact.

But people in the military look down on them.

This also caused the East Palace guards to feel ashamed when facing other guards.

But now, it's completely different.

The prince is so brave, and they also benefit from it.

When he met other guards, he would unconsciously raise his head a little higher.

Just when everyone was enjoying following the prince in his conquests, a basin of cold water was poured down on them.

"Don't dream. The prince is of such high status, how could he go to the battlefield in person like the general?"

"Even if there is a war, the prince will be in charge of the army."

After hearing this, everyone sighed.

At this moment, Li Chengqian was riding on the Zhaoye Jade Lion, drawing his bow and shooting arrows.

The arrow pierced the center of the target a hundred steps away.

The arrow passed through the target and fell to the ground, still trembling.

"color!"

Amid the cheers of the guards, Li Chengqian also ended his martial arts performance this morning.

"Your Highness, Prince Consort Du is here and has been waiting in the main hall for a long time."

Seeing the prince dismount, Wen Zhong hurried over to report.

Li Chengqian heard this and said, "Next time my brother-in-law comes, tell me directly no matter what I am doing."

"Yes, Your Highness."

Princess Chengyang, whom Du He married, was Li Chengqian's biological sister and was also born to Empress Zhangsun.

This time Du He went to Yan Liren to do divination for the big event they were planning.

Du He is not only Li Chengqian's confidant, but also the military advisor of the Eastern Palace.

Having inherited the wisdom of his father Du Ruhui, Du He was responsible for many of the plans.

With Du He around, Li Chengqian felt much more relaxed.

Li Chengqian jumped on his horse and headed straight for the main hall.

The main hall of the East Palace.

When Du He heard the eunuch say that the prince was performing martial arts, he waited there.

Du He arrived in Chang'an early in the morning, took a short rest in the mansion, and then rushed to the Eastern Palace.

He had already heard a general idea of ​​the prince's recent situation from Princess Chengyang.

I didn't expect that after only a month of being away, the prince would have undergone such a drastic change.

This surprised Du He very much.

But this change is a good thing for Du He and the big things he is planning.

But for now, some things need to be changed slightly.

While Du He was thinking, he heard the sound of horse hooves outside the palace.

When I walked over, I saw that it was the prince.

"Your Highness."

"Brother-in-law, you are finally back."

Li Chengqian saw that Du He looked a little excited.

"Your Highness, Yan Liren of Langxie said that the celestial phenomena are changing and great things can be accomplished."

(End of this chapter)