Three whips break the father-son relationship, please call me prince

Chapter 104 It's Getting Better
Changle, spread the Dharma.

The two women knelt in front of Li Chengqian, their attitudes respectful and different from usual.

"Your Majesty has already been persuaded."

"You are working for the benefit of the country and doing things for the country."

Li Chengqian said: "Changle, you are my biological sister, and the most intelligent and sensible one among my sisters."

"I'm entrusting this important task to you, not for you to use it for personal gain. You must be careful about the balance."

Changle bowed and said, "Please rest assured, Prince, Li Zhi knows what to do."

"Ah."

Li Chengqian nodded. Changle was smart and clever, and she didn't need his guidance. She could figure it out on her own.

This time, she can eat the soup, but she can't forget who gave her grace.

The meat should belong to whomever it belongs, and not a single bit should be lost.

No one can ignore this wealth.

It is unclear how much wealth Tubo had, but it was definitely an astronomical figure.

Li Chengqian scraped it off bit by bit. Even if a little bit flowed out from between his fingers, it would be enough to make a large number of people rich.

"Sister Honghua."

"Now that you are back at Tuyuhun, you must behave like a queen."

"In the future, people will come and go in Tuyuhun, and the forces of various countries will gather here."

"You have to be careful, but not too careful."

"The Tang Dynasty will always be your home."

After listening to this, Honghua folded his hands together, placed them flat on his forehead, and bowed, "Thank you, Your Highness, for your guidance. I will definitely keep it in mind."

"Yeah." Li Chengqian sighed, "It's hard for you, but the country needs you, there is no other way."

"Tell me, what are your requests?"

"I will do my best to satisfy those I can, and will report to Your Majesty if I cannot."

Honghua shook his head slightly and said, "I don't have any requests. Being able to contribute to the country is already a great grace from heaven."

"it is good!"

A few people started chatting, and Li Chengqian mostly explained things to Changle.

She has a heavy responsibility on her shoulders.

First, she had to present herself subtly as a spoiled and overbearing Tang princess.

Second, his subordinates must cooperate with the people from the Eastern Depot to win over the Qiongbao clan.

By utilizing various banned materials, they gradually strengthened the Qiongbao clan among various Tibetan forces.

As long as this thing is done well.

The day when Songtsen Gampo kneels before Li Chengqian will not be far away.

……

Honghua and Zhonglie left Chang'an together. Li Chengqian did not see them off, but let Changle go instead.

Also traveling to Tuyuhun was the prime minister of Tuyuhun.

This person is Li Yifu.

No one knows how Li Er made the choice, but this provincial ceremonial official became the prime minister of a country in a short period of time and shouldered a considerable burden.

"Li Yifu is quite popular with Princess Honghua."

"Zhonglie also admires him very much."

"When His Majesty asked, both of them took the initiative to mention Li Yifu."

Zhang Sun Wuji told the inside story.

When Li Chengqian thought about Li Yifu, a man who understood people's hearts and was good at flattering others, it seemed quite suitable for him to work in Tuyuhun.

"How is the battle in Songzhou going?"

Li Chengqian asked casually.

"It's not a big problem. Niu Jinda and Li Daliang are more than capable of dealing with them. Within a few days of the start of the war, they killed thousands of people."

"Songtsen Gampo may seem to have an army of 200,000, but in reality, only a few tens of thousands of people can fight."

Chang Sun Wuji laughed and said, "It's just for show."

The Tang Dynasty was powerless to go ahead.

But you Tubo came down to cause trouble.

I'm sorry, Chun Chun was just rubbing it on the ground.

The more people there are, the better it is for the Tang Dynasty.

Because it's not so easy to get away with it.

As time went on, the Tang Dynasty's state machine began to operate efficiently, issuing a series of blockades and related bans against Tubo.

After receiving the imperial order, local governments in various places that were responsible for external affairs took quick action.

Block all small roads and inform foreign merchants.

Especially Chang'an.

It originally brought together people from all walks of life.

When the news that the imperial court would increase taxes on foreign merchants came out, everyone was shocked.

Some merchants cried out in desperation, while others immediately raised the price.

The effect can be said to be immediate, so don't rush it.

The foreign merchants who came to Chang'an to trade included those from the Arabs, Persians and other countries.

There are also merchants from various countries on the Silk Road.

When they saw the prices of goods skyrocketing in an instant, they were almost crying out to the sky.

The belongings they brought with them were prepared.

The surge in prices has led to increased costs, and the quantity of goods that should have been purchased has been greatly reduced due to the high prices.

But they couldn't resist. They came from so far away, so why didn't they take anything back with them?
He had no choice but to grit his teeth and buy it. At the same time, he was angry and dissatisfied with Tubo for provoking the Tang Dynasty, and kept insulting it.

"No."

"Why is the price of tea so high?"

When the Xueyantuo merchants saw the soaring price of tea, they immediately complained.

"What else can I do? The imperial court wants to collect taxes from foreign merchants. If I sell it to you at the original price, will I lose money?"

The Tang Dynasty tea merchant said, "Do you want it? If not, I will find someone else."

“Can the price be lower?”

"No way, it can only be this much, you won't find a cheaper price than this."

"Okay, I bought it."

The Xueyantuo merchants bought large quantities of tea at high prices and were unwilling to suffer losses, so after returning, they sold it at double the price.

Some are darker, and some are darker.

Tea is one aspect, and the same goes for other supplies.

When Datang raises prices, prices at sales terminals will naturally rise accordingly.

A convoy escorting various supplies was heading towards Tuyuhun.

You have to go through many checkpoints along the way and only those with a pass are allowed to pass.

When we reached Tuyuhun, the passage was smooth and no one checked at all.

"The caravan has arrived?"

Li Yifu asked. "We have arrived. Someone from Tubo came to contact us."

It was mid-summer.

Tubo failed to gain any advantage in Songzhou and ultimately returned in defeat.

However, the imperial blockade ban gradually showed its power.

The lower class of Tubo could still endure the lack of relevant supplies, but the upper nobles could no longer tolerate it when the relevant supplies were exhausted and not replenished, and began to think of taking action and looking for a way out.

"Okay, I'll go and take a look myself."

When Li Yifu arrived, the caravan was trading with the Tubo people.

"Ang Sun has met Li Guoxiang."

The person coming from Tibet was none other than Angsun who was recruited by the East Factory.

With the help of Dongchang, he got in touch with Tuyuhun.

"You're welcome."

"What is the value of this transaction?"

Li Yifu asked curiously.

"About 30,000 strings of cash," said Angsun.

Li Yifu was a little confused. The things in this caravan were only worth 30,000 strings of cash?

how is this possible.

Would Princess Changle do this small business?

He didn't ask any more questions, knowing full well that his mission in Tuyuhun was to provide escort and ensure smooth passage.

Princess Changle, he is a big shot whom he cannot afford to offend in his entire life.

He saw that Angsun had only taken away a small amount of supplies and there were still a large amount of supplies stockpiled, and he roughly guessed what was going on.

It’s my first transaction and I’m afraid something might go wrong because of the large volume.

There is a first time, there is a second time.

Angsun's appetite grew.

Li Yifu also became familiar with him.

"Li Guoxiang, do you know what the price of these things is in Tubo now?"

Angsun said mysteriously.

"What's the price?" Li Yifu really didn't know.

All I know is that the current prices of tea, salt, cloth, silk and other products are ridiculously high.

Although foreign businessmen bought less, the price went up, so it was not a loss.

"I can sell one tea cake for five strings of cash."

"Salt, I can sell it for ten guan per pound."

"I won't sell a piece of cloth for less than thirty strings of cash."

hiss!
Hear the words.

Li Yifu took a breath of cold air.

This is a money grab.

He finally understood how terrible the impact of the imperial ban and blockade was.

Seeing Li Yifu's surprise, Angsun said with some pride: "Even this, there is still a price but no market, the supply cannot meet the demand."

"Can those Tibetan nobles accept it?" Li Yifu asked curiously.

At this price, if it happened in the country, the people would be furious and make a big fuss.

"There's nothing they can't accept."

Angsun smiled and said, "Keep the bulk in your hands and use the rest to buy other things. Not only will they get their capital back, but they will also make some money."

Forehead……!
Li Yifu could imagine how miserable the Tibetan people were at this moment.

He thought Angsun was dark enough, but he didn't expect that there was someone darker.

"Prime Minister."

"Someone wants to see you."

"Who?"

"Businessman Xue Yantuo."

coming!

Li Yifu understood clearly that as Tuyuhun and Tubo were secretly smuggling, someone with ulterior motives would definitely notice it.

He was waiting for these people to arrive.

The Xueyantuo wanted to come over to drink the soup, but it was impossible for them to cross the border of the Tang Dynasty from their country.

They could only purchase supplies in Chang'an and then go directly to Tuyuhun in the name of a caravan.

The role played by Tuyuhun is that of corruption and greed.

If you are upright, can this smuggling be carried out?

Li Yifu was not worried about his own reputation. It was enough as long as His Majesty knew it, the Crown Prince knew it, and Princess Changle and the others knew it.

……

Changan.

East Palace.

Changle left behind several large boxes of money.

Li Chengqian didn't keep her either, and the girl wanted to go to Li Er to show her filial piety.

When he opened the box, he couldn't help but smile.

I'm afraid Changle made a lot of money this time.

But to him, it doesn't matter.

Anyway, Tibet is now under complete blockade by the Tang Dynasty and is eager to obtain supplies from outside.

The Tibetan nobles were used to enjoying the good things of the Tang Dynasty. How could you expect them to live without tea and salt?

From frugality to luxury is easy, from luxury to frugality.

The lower classes of Tubo could endure, but the nobles could not.

With the secret support, Angsun gradually emerged in the Qiongbao clan and was highly valued by Angriqiong.

Ang Riqiong also relied on the advantages that I have that you don’t to win over many people.

The Eastern Depot reported that Songtsen Gampo praised Ang Riqiong for obtaining supplies and strongly encouraged him to solve problems for the country without any suspicion.

"Take your time."

"Your life will be even more difficult in winter."

Li Chengqian stretched lazily, thinking how time passed by so quickly.

In the blink of an eye, winter is not far away.

Looking back, he was still worried about his position as crown prince.

Today.

His position as the crown prince is unshakable, and he also has his own power in the court.

Compared to before, it couldn't be better.

Looking down at his sick foot, he couldn't help but smile.

“It’s getting better and better!”

(End of this chapter)