After my inner voice was eavesdropped, I became the favorite of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 7

Sunlight shines through the carved window lattices, scattering on the magnificent hall. The air is filled with a faint scent of ambergris, adding a bit of mystery to the solemn atmosphere. Li Shimin sits on a high dragon throne, wearing a bright yellow dragon robe, majestic and solemn, his eyes as sharp as an eagle, as if he can see through people's hearts.

"What nonsense! I think your thoughts are simply absurd! How can a mortal like you understand the thoughts of the emperor?" Li Shimin's voice echoed in the hall with unquestionable majesty.

Li Qingge, dressed in a green shirt, had an unruly look between her eyebrows. Although she had some complaints about the emperor in her heart, she still remained respectful on the surface. "If it were now, you would definitely be called a lunatic!" She muttered in her heart, but she didn't dare to show it on her face.

"Your Majesty, I am a humble minister with limited knowledge and may be of no use to you." Li Qingge lowered her eyes, her tone was a little self-deprecating. She secretly complained in her heart, if Li Shimin could not see through her thoughts, she really couldn't believe that he would actually look at her like this!
Li Shimin's eyes lingered on Li Qingge for a moment, with a hint of probing in his eyes. "I have recently discovered that Li Yi's behavior is a little strange. Some people even wrote to the emperor saying that he was secretly plotting something bad and might endanger the country. I would like to hear your opinion, Mr. Cheng."

Li Qingge was shocked. [What's going on? I was just muttering about Li Yi in my heart, why did Li Shimin come to ask me about this? This is too coincidental! This Li Shimin seems to be able to see through my mind!] She tried to stay calm and didn't show any emotion on her face.

[Impossible, impossible. I ridicule him every day. If Li Shimin really knew, how could he still talk to me so calmly? He would have wanted to get rid of me a long time ago.] Li Qingge thought to himself, but his face was respectful.

"Your Majesty, I am not aware of this matter, so I dare not say anything." Li Qingge said respectfully. Seeing Li Shimin staring at him, he quickly added: "But I think that since the emperor is the true dragon emperor, he is naturally blessed by heaven. God will definitely make a statement on this matter!"

She said perfunctorily, using her talent for flattery to praise Li Shimin. However, she had another idea in her mind. [Foolish king! It is obvious that Li Yi has been recruiting soldiers in secret for a long time! How can God protect you! Since you have noticed it, you should prepare quickly. Since he has the intention to rebel, you should nip it in the bud! ]

Li Shimin listened to her complaints silently, and actually agreed with her in his heart. Everything Li Qingge said touched his heart. As a king, he also felt something about the Turkic affairs, but because of trivial matters, he had never taken it seriously. It seems that it is indeed necessary to plant spies.

He had not heard of the drought in the north. Either Li Qingge made it up, or the local officials colluded with their superiors to conceal the incident and suppress it in order to create an image of peace and prosperity. Thinking of this, Li Shimin's eyes gradually dimmed. The officials inside really needed to be rectified.

"Minister Cheng is right. Heaven has indeed revealed something. I am also in a difficult situation. If this is true, I don't know how to deal with it properly." Li Shimin continued, various things were intertwined, and there was an unsolvable emotion in his eyes.

Li Qingge secretly complained in her heart, [Why bother! Just deal with it cleanly and neatly! If Li Shimin cares about his face and wants to maintain his reputation as a benevolent monarch, he can kill someone with a borrowed knife. I don't believe he doesn't have anyone around him! ] Although she thought so in her heart, her face was full of respect.

Li Shimin looked at her with displeasure in his eyes. The Xuanwu Gate Incident was a taboo for him, but he didn't expect that this kid would mention it twice today! He thought about it secretly and decided to send someone to investigate further after Li Qingge left.

Li Qingge noticed that the emperor's eyes were gradually getting colder. Although he didn't understand why, he still laughed and said, "Your Majesty, I believe that since you already feel that this matter is inappropriate, you must have made a decision in your heart! I also believe that any decision your majesty makes is correct!"

Li Shimin stared at Li Qingge and had to admit that language is also an art. Although Li Qingge said a lot of nonsense, human nature likes to be praised, and after a round of compliments, the anger in his heart had dissipated.

"I do have some ideas, but I still want to hear what Mr. Cheng thinks." Li Shimin asked without giving up. He was curious about why Li Qingge had the talent to govern the country but had no ambition to serve the country. How long would this person hide his incompetence?
Li Qingge felt helpless. [Li Shimin, are you crazy? What do you want to do? You have to force me to tell you clearly!] Although she thought so in her heart, her face was gentle. "Your Majesty, I am really stupid. I just think that since you have noticed something wrong with this matter, you should secretly send someone to observe it. If there is indeed any unusual movement, then deal with it! No matter what happens, it is not as important as your Majesty's safety!"

She was still flattering him and saying irrelevant things, but her mind was already far away. The court was heavy, the inner palace was depressing and boring, so it was more fun to drink and go shopping!
"Minister Cheng, what you said makes sense. I understand. You may leave now!" Li Shimin nodded in agreement, but in his heart he felt sorry for Li Qingge's talent and hidden ambitions.

Li Qingge looked at him speechlessly, and then withdrew respectfully. She secretly complained in her heart, [Li Shimin, what are you crazy about again! What did I say just now that was profound? How come it makes sense! Is nonsense like "observing in secret" also a good strategy? When did Li Shimin have such low requirements for his subjects? ] She shook her head, feeling helpless, and turned to leave the hall.

The sun shines through the clouds and falls on the prosperous city of Chang'an, giving this ancient capital a warm golden glow. On both sides of the street, the cries of vendors and the laughter of children interweave to form a vivid picture of the market. However, behind this hustle and bustle, there are hidden undercurrents that are unknown to the public.

"Forget it, forget it. I don't have the time to care about your trivial matters!" Li Qingge waved her hands, looking impatient. She was tall, with a heroic look between her eyebrows. Her blue shirt fluttered in the wind, making her look free and unrestrained.

"Finally I can breathe a sigh of relief. I want to enjoy a massage and relax my body and mind." Li Qingge got rid of the emperor's nagging, stretched her body, and walked briskly towards the Duke of Lu's mansion. Her heart was full of yearning for a free life and she was tired of the red tape of the palace.

In the hall, Li Shimin watched her leave, a hint of helplessness flashing in his eyes. He turned to his confidant who was serving beside him and said, "Go to the north to investigate and see if it is as Li Qingge said, that there is a severe drought there and the people are living in hardship."

"Yes, I'll do it right away." The confidants agreed respectfully and left in a hurry.

"Wuwei, you stay." Li Shimin waved to the last person with a serious expression.

Wu Wei is a girl that Li Shimin rescued from a wolf pack. She has been with him in his battles and is his personal bodyguard and his loyal warrior. She has a slender figure, sharp eyes, and a tight black outfit, which makes her look capable and neat.

"What does Your Majesty want?" Wu Wei asked respectfully.

"Help me keep an eye on someone. Prince Yan Li Yi may have some unusual movements recently. You must pay close attention to his whereabouts. If you find him doing anything wrong, report to me immediately." Li Shimin ordered in a calm voice.

"Yes, I obey your command." Wu Wei nodded and turned to leave. Her heart was full of loyalty and respect for Li Shimin, and she would carry out his orders without hesitation no matter when and where.

In the empty hall, only Li Shimin and the eunuch who served him were left. He looked into the distance and said with a sad face: "I can't bear to kill people, and I hope Li Yi won't go down this road of no return. Although the political situation is stable now, there are still many areas that need to be improved. We can't stand the turmoil."

His voice was deep and powerful, revealing a kind of helplessness and expectation. He longed for a peaceful and prosperous era, an era where the people lived and worked in peace and contentment, and the country prospered. However, the cruel reality forced him to remain vigilant at all times to prevent unexpected changes.

"Your Majesty, it's almost noon, are you ready for lunch?" The young eunuch bowed and reminded carefully. His voice was gentle and respectful, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.

"No hurry, tell the imperial kitchen to prepare more food, and you go again and ask Yu Shinan to come here." Li Shimin waved his hand, signaling the eunuch to leave. His heart was full of expectations and trust in Yu Shinan, and he had always relied on the stability and wisdom of this old minister.

It was noon and the sun was shining brightly. Yu Shinan slowly walked into the main hall and saw Li Shimin waiting for him at the dinner table. He was thin and his face gave people the illusion of being timid, but his eyes were very firm, revealing an indomitable spirit.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you." Yu Shinan bowed respectfully. Although his voice was a little muddy, it revealed a kind of firmness and persistence.

"My dear minister, please don't be polite." Li Shimin brushed his sleeves and looked at him gently. His heart was full of respect and gratitude for this old minister. In his eyes, Yu Shinan was not only a loyal minister, but also a wise man with a kind heart and wisdom.

"My dear, please sit down." Li Shimin pointed to the chair next to him, asking him to have dinner with him. His tone was kind and caring, making people feel warm and comfortable.

Yu Shinan was flattered to sit down and dine with the monarch, which was an honor and privilege in itself. His heart was filled with gratitude and excitement, and at the same time he felt a sense of responsibility and mission.

"I wonder what's the matter with your majesty calling me here?" Yu Shinan was suddenly summoned and asked with some doubt in his heart. Although his voice was a little trembling, it revealed a firm and persistent spirit.

"My dear, please try this. This is what Li Qingge gave me. How does it taste?" Li Shimin picked up a piece of sweet potato from the dish and said to Yu Shinan with a smile. His tone was filled with a sense of ease and joy, as if he was sharing food with an old friend.

This piece of dried sweet potato was naturally "taken" from the Duke of Lu's mansion yesterday evening. Thinking of Li Qingge, Li Shimin had a headache. His ministers would try to give him good things when they got them, but Li Qingge didn't give him face at all and was afraid that he would eat her things. But he also understood Li Qingge's personality. After all, she was a person who liked freedom and was not particular about details.

Yu Shinan took the dried sweet potato and saw that it was bright in color and had a hint of honey juice. It looked fresh and delicious. After he took a bite, his taste buds instantly had an unprecedented experience. This sweet and soft taste made him feel very surprised and satisfied.

"Your Majesty, this tastes really good! But I am an old minister with limited knowledge and don't know what this rare thing is. I am really ignorant!" Yu Shinan said with some shame. There was a sense of humility and self-knowledge in his voice.

Li Shimin couldn't help laughing, "I also saw it for the first time yesterday. This thing is called sweet potato chips, which are made from sweet potatoes." After he finished speaking, he stared at Yu Shinan and said, "My dear! Are you interested in making it popular in every household?"

"Every household?" Yu Shinan was stunned when he heard this. His heart was filled with shock and doubt. He couldn't believe what he heard. Could this delicious food really be popularized in every household?

"Haha!" Li Shimin laughed happily again, "My dear Yu, you don't know! This thing is not only delicious, but also has a strong sense of filling, and can completely replace wheat! The most important thing is that its yield per mu can reach more than 2,000 kilograms!" After he said that, he looked at Yu Shinan with anticipation.

"More than 2,000 kilograms?" Yu Shinan's tone suddenly changed, and his old face was full of shock and excitement. The wheat they developed only yielded 300 kilograms per mu! Because of the low crop yield, even if Li Shimin reduced taxes to a very low level, there were still many people who could not get enough food! He knew the hardship and pain of insufficient food, especially when it was cold and hungry in winter, and poor people could not afford to buy bedding and clothes to keep warm! So many old people and children had a hard time getting through the spring!
"Yes! You heard it right! Its yield per mu can now reach more than 2,000 kilograms! Although it is not yet mature, it may exceed 3,000 kilograms in the future!" Li Shimin said with a smile, his expression excited. He thought that if this crop could be successfully promoted on a large scale, then it would naturally promote its development for the prosperous Tang Dynasty in his mind!
"If this is true... that would be great!" Yu Shinan said with a slight stutter as he was excited. He had been poor before, so he knew the pain of being hungry and cold. Therefore, he also hoped to see the day when everyone could have enough food in his lifetime! His heart was full of expectation and longing.

"My dear, I know that you have a heart for the world and a benevolent heart, just as good as mine. I have already handed the sweet potato matter over to Li Qingge, but he is too young and may act rashly." After Li Shimin finished speaking, he looked at Yu Shinan seriously and said, "My dear Yu, are you willing to help me and assist the kid from the Cheng family to help me achieve the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty?"

When Yu Shinan heard Li Shimin's words, he felt a strong sense of responsibility and mission. He knew that although he was already in his twilight years, he still had the responsibility and obligation to contribute to the country and the people. He answered without hesitation: "Your Majesty, I, an old minister... have no choice but to do my part!" Although his voice was a little muddy, it revealed a firm and persistent spirit. He was willing to make every effort for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty and the welfare of the people.

Li Shimin was very pleased and touched when he heard Yu Shinan's answer. He patted Yu Shinan's hand and said sincerely, "My dear minister, you are steady! I can rest assured that I can take care of such a great cause with you!" He had great trust in this old minister and believed that he would be able to assist Li Qingge and jointly promote the popularization of sweet potatoes and the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty.

Yu Shinan felt Li Shimin's trust and expectations, and a warm current surged in his heart. He knew that he had a heavy responsibility on his shoulders, but he was also full of confidence and determination. He was willing to make every effort for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty and the welfare of the people. His words revealed excitement, and he said with a slight tremor: "I... feel honored!" His heart was full of gratitude and respect for Li Shimin, and full of expectations and longing for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty.

The emperor did have a good idea about Li Qingge. He knew that although this young woman looked lazy on weekdays, she was always able to handle affairs with ease. The emperor saw her intelligence and kept it in mind. However, even so, the emperor could not be completely relieved. After all, Li Qingge's leisurely and contented look when doing things always made him wonder: Can this guy really be diligent and promote this crop to every household? It's okay to make suggestions, but for other things, the emperor felt that he still had to do it himself, after all, this was a major event related to the national economy and people's livelihood.

After Yu Shinan said goodbye to the emperor, his steps were brisk and his heart was full of excitement. He went straight to the Duke of Lu's Mansion, hoping to meet Li Qingge as soon as possible to discuss the promotion of sweet potatoes. However, when he arrived at the gate of the mansion, he was told that Li Qingge was not there, but went to listen to a little music with a few friends. Yu Shinan sighed, and couldn't help feeling a little disappointed: "A rotten tree cannot be carved! For such an important task, she didn't seize the time, but went to have fun instead. She really can't tell the difference between the important and the unimportant!" He had heard that Li Qingge was a little unreliable, and now it seems that it is true. Yu Shinan thought to himself that he must write a poem after returning to criticize Li Qingge and let her know her responsibilities.

At this time, Li Shimin also came. Yu Shinan was startled when he saw him and quickly saluted: "Your Majesty!" Li Shimin smiled and waved his hand: "My dear minister, please don't be polite. I also want to learn about the production of sweet potatoes." He had a gentle smile on his face, but his eyes revealed a subtle seriousness.

Seeing that Yu Shinan looked unhappy and the emperor had suddenly come, the servants were panicked and quickly invited the two into the palace and brewed some good tea. The servants said, "Your Majesty, Mr. Yu, this is the scented tea that our young master made in his spare time. Please try it." Although Yu Shinan was unhappy, he was still attracted by the fragrance of the tea. He took a sip and felt that it was fresh and dry, and tasted particularly good. Li Shimin also took a sip and felt that this tea was different from the tribute tea and had a unique flavor. He smiled slightly and expressed his appreciation for Li Qingge's taste.

Yu Shinan drank tea and couldn't help complaining: "You are wasting your youth on playing with things!" His words were filled with a hint of regret. As soon as the two finished their tea, Li Qingge came back leisurely. When she saw the emperor and Yu Shinan, she was surprised, but then she regained her composure.

[Why did you suddenly come to my house when you are not at home reciting poems and enjoying your retirement?] Li Qingge complained in her heart, but she smiled. [And you, Li Shimin, why did you come here too? There must be something wrong!] She muttered in her heart, but she remained calm.

Li Shimin felt quite comfortable listening to her complaints. He liked Li Qingge's straightforward personality, unlike those people in the court who always beat around the bush and made people tired. Yu Shinan snorted lightly, and was obviously in a bad mood. Li Qingge said truthfully: "Your Majesty, Yu Shaojian, I have kept you waiting for a long time. I really didn't know you would come today." But she didn't feel sorry in her heart. No matter who came to the court, it was arranged by the emperor. Since it was the emperor's intention, he must have something to find her.

[Alas, this is a bad year. I didn’t expect to be so busy after traveling through time! If I had known this would happen, I would have stayed at home and been a social animal!] Li Qingge muttered to himself, but with a smile on his face, he looked gentle and kind.

[I just want to live a peaceful life, why is it so difficult? ] She complained in her heart, but her face remained calm.

[Li Shimin, Li Shimin, do you miss me when you don't see me for a day? Why do you look for me several times a day? It's so helpless!] Li Qingge teased the emperor in his heart, but still kept a decent smile on his face.

Her eyes were bright and her temperament was as gentle as jade, which made it difficult for people to get angry. Yu Shinan's anger had dissipated for the most part at this moment. However, he still felt uncomfortable when he thought of Li Qingge not doing her job properly. He glanced at the emperor and said, "I came here this time because of your majesty's request. I heard that the Cheng family got the crop of sweet potatoes, and you, Li Qingge, increased its yield per mu to more than 2,000 kilograms. So the emperor specially sent me to work with you to popularize sweet potatoes to thousands of households." Yu Shinan stated his purpose straight to the point.

"Oh? Sweet potatoes?" Li Qingge raised her eyebrows in surprise, "That's a good thing! However, it's not easy to popularize it to thousands of households." Although she was extremely reluctant, she still led the two of them to the backyard.

In the backyard, a patch of green plants came into view. Li Qingge pointed at the lush sweet potato vines and asked her men to dig out a few and bring them to Yu Shinan. "Sir, this is sweet potato. One plant can produce about ten, and one acre of land will yield about two thousand kilograms." She spoke with some confidence.

Yu Shinan picked up a piece of sweet potato. Although it was still mixed with soil, he could already smell the sweet aroma. If this crop could really be popularized, the treasury would definitely not be as empty as it is now. The most important thing is that it can make the people of the Tang Dynasty full. "Great! That's great!" Yu Shinan's hands were shaking, and he was very excited. He looked at Li Qingge with a little more admiration in his eyes. "Mr. Cheng, can I ask you how to grow this crop?" He asked humbly.

Li Qingge looked at Yu Shinan's excitement and couldn't help laughing in her heart. [It seems that the people of the Tang Dynasty are a bunch of country bumpkins who have never seen the world.] She thought to herself, [I didn't expect that just a sweet potato could make you so excited. If I let you see my other abilities, I'm afraid your jaws will drop.]

However, she nodded politely. "This crop is very easy to grow and reproduces very quickly," she explained patiently. "As long as you choose the right seeds and pay attention to fertilization and watering, you can get a good harvest." Her words were full of confidence and professionalism.

Yu Shinan nodded repeatedly, and his admiration for Li Qingge increased. He thought to himself, Mr. Cheng is not only extremely smart, but also knows how to farm. He is a rare talent! He must learn from Li Qingge and promote the magical crop of sweet potatoes to thousands of households!
"Lord Yu, what do you mean?" Yu Shinan's tone was full of respect, but his eagerness was like water about to overflow. Anyone present could feel his urgency.

"Lord Yu." Li Qingge responded with a gentle smile. Her voice was soft and charming, as if a spring breeze was blowing through her heart. "Later, I will have people dig out seven or eight layers of sweet potatoes in this yard. You just take them and arrange them one by one. When these sweet potatoes sprout, we can distribute them to the people to plant." There was confidence in her eyes, as if everything was under control.

Yu Shinan looked at Li Qingge with doubt, thinking that what he said was a bit exaggerated. "Just this one yard? In less than two years, will the Tang Dynasty become the world of sweet potatoes?" There was a bit of doubt and confusion in his words.

"Yes, that's what happened." Seeing that Yu Shinan didn't believe it, Li Qingge's voice became a little deeper, with a bit of unquestionable firmness.

Li Shimin was listening on the side. Although he was a little dissatisfied with Li Qingge's little grumble, he still recognized her ability. "I believe him." There was a certain firmness in his words, as if it was the best proof of Li Qingge's ability.

Yu Shinan was stunned when he heard this. Even the emperor said so, and when Li Qingge got serious, her majesty was no less than that of Li Shimin. He couldn't help but look at Li Qingge with new eyes and secretly admired her.

"What a genius! He is a natural born talent!" Yu Shinan was completely convinced. His words were full of admiration and emotion. In addition, the sweet potatoes Li Qingge gave him were so sweet that people could not forget them, which made him look at Li Qingge with a new eye.

This time, Yu Shinan's attitude towards Li Qingge changed drastically, and he praised her without hesitation. His words were full of praise and admiration, as if he was announcing Li Qingge's extraordinary talent to the world.

After Li Qingge finished her business, she called a few personal maids over. Each of these maids was so pretty, as if they were fairies walking out of a painting. She lay leisurely on the rocking chair she designed, enjoying the maids rubbing her shoulders and legs. Her leisurely and comfortable life made people envious.

In the past, Yu Shinan would have definitely criticized Li Qingge for being extravagant, but now, he felt that this was completely understandable. After all, he had solved a big problem for the common people, so it was only right for him to enjoy himself. He looked at Li Qingge's leisurely and contented appearance, and secretly admired him in his heart.

"Master Cheng, did you make this rocking chair yourself?" Yu Shinan asked curiously. There was a hint of inquiry and curiosity in his words, as if he wanted to explore more of Li Qingge's talents.

Li Qingge nodded, with a bit of pride on her face. "Yes, it's not difficult to make. If Lord Yu likes it, I will give you the drawings tomorrow, and you can find a craftsman to make it according to the drawings. By then, you and the emperor will both have a share." There was a bit of boldness and generosity in her words, as if she was showing her generosity to Yu Shinan.

"That's great, thank you very much!" Yu Shinan was so happy that he was holding a few sweet potatoes in his hands. His words were full of gratitude and joy, as if he was announcing his good fortune to the world.

"You're welcome." Li Qingge said casually, continuing to enjoy her leisure time. Her eyes were shining with satisfaction and comfort, as if she was enjoying the beauty of life.

She was still muttering in her heart: [Country bumpkin, even Li Shimin has never seen this chair, how can you not be tempted? Anyway, he will want it sooner or later, I will just draw the blueprint for you to save you the trouble.] Her heart was full of pride and cunning, as if she was announcing her intelligence to the world.

Although Li Shimin didn't understand what "stupid" meant, he knew it was not a good word. But then he thought that Li Qingge was praising him, so he didn't care. He looked at Li Qingge's leisurely and contented look, and secretly admired her talent and wit.

"Master Yu, thank you for your hard work in promoting sweet potatoes." Li Qingge reminded him again. Her words were full of concern and entrustment, as if she was conveying her trust and expectations to Yu Shinan.

When Yu Shinan received the assignment, he naturally agreed without hesitation: "I will do my best and will not delay!" There was firmness and determination in his words, as if he was declaring his loyalty and persistence to the world.

Li Qingge said a few polite words and hinted that they should leave. Yu Shinan and Li Shimin both heard the hidden meaning and did not stay any longer. They looked at Li Qingge's leisurely and contented appearance, secretly admiring her talent and wit.

The next day, the atmosphere in the court was a little unusual. The ministers were discussing something, with some surprise and dissatisfaction on their faces. It turned out that Li Qingge had fallen asleep in the court because he had woken up early these two days.

"This... this is too outrageous!" A minister couldn't help but say. There was a hint of anger and dissatisfaction in his words, as if he was announcing his dissatisfaction and anger to the world.

"How could he fall asleep during such an important morning meeting?" another minister echoed. There was a hint of doubt and confusion in his words, as if he was asking the world about this incredible fact.

"It's incredible. He can fall asleep during such a big event. He really doesn't know the rules!" Another minister said. His words were full of condemnation and criticism, as if he was announcing to the world that Li Qingge didn't know the rules and was irresponsible.

The court was in chaos. The ministers discussed Li Qingge's behavior, with anger and dissatisfaction on their faces. Their words were full of condemnation and criticism, as if they were announcing their dissatisfaction and anger to the world.

However, in this noisy court, Li Qingge was still immersed in her dreams. Her breathing was steady and even, as if she was enjoying a beautiful dream. Only after being woken up did she slowly open her eyes and look at the faces of the civil and military officials in the court, feeling speechless.

[You idlers, what does my sleep have to do with you? Just take care of yourselves, why do you always stare at others! ] She secretly complained in her heart. Her eyes flashed with helplessness and dissatisfaction, as if she was announcing her dissatisfaction and anger to the world.

[I just think you guys are tired of living, so what's wrong with me taking a nap? Li Shimin didn't say anything to me, it seems that he is still very magnanimous, no wonder he is the emperor and you can only be subjects! ] She muttered to herself again. Her heart was full of admiration and praise for Li Shimin's magnanimity and mind.

After hearing Li Qingge's thoughts, Li Shimin was somewhat dissatisfied with her behavior, but he was also amused by her wit and cunning. He looked at Li Qingge's helpless eyes and her disapproving look, and secretly admired her talent and wit. The unhappiness also disappeared, and he understood that Li Qingge just needed some rest and relaxation.

The ministers continued to exaggerate and demanded that Li Qingge be punished. Their words were full of anger and dissatisfaction, as if they were declaring their justice and firmness to the world. However, Li Shimin knew very well in his heart that such a small matter was not enough to shake Li Qingge's position. He understood that Li Qingge's talent and wit were the precious wealth of the Tang Dynasty, and he admired and trusted them. Therefore, he just glanced at the ministers lightly, and then announced to continue with other agendas of the morning court.

Li Qingge looked in the direction of the voice and saw that the aggressive attacker was not someone else, but the crown prince Li Chengqian. He was dressed in gorgeous crown prince attire, his face was handsome but a little gloomy, and his eyes revealed unquestionable majesty. Li Qingge muttered to himself: "Hey, this useless guy dares to mess with me! If I remember correctly, this guy will cripple himself in a few days. It's a pity that he has a lame leg, but his mind is so narrow!"

She changed her mind and a hint of sarcasm flashed in her eyes: "This prince, my IQ and EQ are not online. Not only did he hurt his foot, but I also heard that he has a liking for Long Yang. It's really ridiculous. Forget it, he will be deposed sooner or later anyway, I'm too lazy to bother with him." Li Qingge calculated in her heart, but on the surface she looked calm, as if she didn't care about Li Chengqian's accusations at all.

Li Shimin sat on the dragon throne, looking majestically at the ministers in the court. He heard Li Qingge's inner voice, and was shocked and confused. He thought to himself: "What? Cheng Qian is going to be disabled? And he likes homosexuality? This is simply ridiculous! How could the prince I have high hopes for become like this!" He was very angry, but because he heard the inner voice, he could not vent his anger, so he could only glare at Cheng Qian fiercely.

Cheng Qian was glared at by his father, and his heart was beating fast. He thought that his private banquet with the prostitutes had been discovered, but in fact, it was all done secretly in the mansion. How could outsiders know? He muttered in his heart: "There must be a misunderstanding..." He secretly glanced at his father, only to see that Li Shimin's face was gloomy, and his eyes revealed unquestionable majesty. Cheng Qian's heart trembled, and he quickly gathered his mind, not daring to let his imagination run wild.

In order to protect Li Qingge, Li Shimin directly said to the ministers: "Don't impeach Cheng Qing anymore. If he wants to sleep, he can sleep. I allow it." When these words came out, the ministers were stunned and expressed confusion and opposition. They whispered to each other and discussed: "How can this be done?" "Your Majesty, this is not appropriate!" "How can you let Cheng Qing sleep in the court?" "This is a sacred place, you can't take it lightly!"

There was an uproar in the court, and everyone wondered if they had heard it wrong. They all looked at Li Qingge, who looked at Li Shimin in surprise, as if she didn't understand why the emperor favored her so much.

Li Qingge pondered in her heart: "What is Li Shimin doing? Isn't he usually fair? Why is he so partial to me now? Does he have some hidden secrets?" The more she thought about it, the more incredible it seemed to her. There was a gleam of doubt in her eyes. She secretly glanced at Li Shimin, and saw that he looked calm, as if what he just said was just a casual remark.

Li Shimin actually had his frustration. He thought, "The Queen and I have a deep relationship. Although you are handsome, if you don't talk nonsense, maybe I can give you a princess title. But I don't have any personal feelings for you!" Although he looked helpless, he was clear in his heart. He knew that his partiality might cause dissatisfaction among the ministers, but in order to protect Li Qingge, he had to do it.

"Be quiet!" Li Shimin shouted angrily, his voice revealing unquestionable majesty. The court fell silent instantly, and all the officials were as frightened as cicadas, not daring to make any more sounds. They all looked at Li Shimin, only to see that his face was gloomy, and his eyes revealed a gleam of anger.

"I have my reasons for tolerating Cheng Qing." Although Li Shimin's voice was not loud, it was full of majesty. He glanced at the ministers, as if to clear up all their doubts. Then, he asked the eunuch to bring sweet potatoes and distribute them to the ministers. After everyone tasted it, although it was not a delicacy, it also felt that it had a unique flavor. The sweetness of the sweet potato seemed to penetrate people's hearts, making people want to eat another bite.

Li Shimin took the opportunity to say, "This is sweet potato. It can be cooked, dried or eaten raw. It is delicious. As we all know, food is the most important thing for a country. Now the treasury is empty, the people are hungry, and rice yields only about 100 kilograms per mu, but sweet potatoes can yield 2,000 kilograms. This is a good thing to solve the country's difficulties!" When he said this, his eyes were moist, full of expectations and longings for the future. He seemed to see a prosperous and powerful Tang Dynasty, where the people lived and worked in peace and contentment, and the country was prosperous.

Li Qingge looked at Li Shimin, and her heart was moved. She thought: "Although Li Shimin is sometimes a little bit nervous, he is a wise ruler who cares about the country and the people. It is a blessing for the Tang Dynasty to have a ruler like him. Although he is sometimes annoying, he is indeed a capable emperor." Her eyes were full of admiration, as if she was also infected by Li Shimin's ambitions.

However, Li Qingge herself is a modern person and knows that the direction of history is predetermined. She does not want to work hard for a prosperous era, she just wants to be a free and easy-going salted fish. She muttered to herself: "Although Li Shimin is a wise ruler, I can't change my lifestyle for him. I'd better continue to be a salted fish, free and worry-free." She showed a satisfied smile on her face, as if she had seen her leisurely life in the future.

Seeing how much the emperor valued sweet potatoes, the officials also expressed their approval and support. They thought: "Sweet potatoes are really good things that can solve the country's food problem. If they can be popularized and benefit the people, it will be a great thing!" They expressed their gratitude and admiration to Li Shimin, as if they saw hope and prosperity in the future. The whole court was filled with a cheerful and expectant atmosphere, as if a new era was about to come.

(End of this chapter)