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

Chapter 249: The Prince Returns, Mid-Autumn Festival Reunion

Pei Xingjian's face was solemn and full of seriousness.

He didn't know beforehand that he would take on such an important task.

The Liaobei Province covers a vast area.

From the northeastern part of Youzhou to the northern part of Goguryeo, there are the Mohe tribes.

In the entire Northeast region, there are hundreds of cities, large and small, almost all of which are the capitals of Liaobei Province.

Moreover, the further north you go, the less boundaries there are. As long as there are people in the north, it can also be the seat of the Liaobei Province.

But these are not the key points. The place is very large, but it is sparsely populated and is mostly inhabited by minority tribes.

There were hardly any Tang people in that area.

The Tang Dynasty conquered the land, but those tribal people were still the ones living on it.

This was a huge test of Pei Xingjian's abilities.

The Liaozhong and Liaodong provinces are much better than the Liaobei province.

However, the greater the pressure, the greater the reward.

The Liaobei Province was initially established as a local agency of the fourth rank.

Pei Xingjian is less than 30 years old this year. At the age of 28, he holds the rank of fourth-rank official and governs a large area of ​​Liaobei Province.

He knew very well that if it were not for His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's efforts to retain him, he would have to wait decades before he was able to achieve the rank of fourth rank he has today.

This is not a meteoric rise to fame, it's a step-by-step ascension to heaven, a meteoric rise in broad daylight.

No matter how much pressure Pei Xingjian was under, he could not refuse the prince's grace, nor could he miss such an opportunity.

The opportunity is right in front of him. If he can't seize it, what's the point of his ambition to govern the country and ensure the people's safety?

Li Chengqian adjusted his sitting position and said, "You have provided ideological guidance in the army, led troops in battles, and established military merits."

"From now on, you won't have to worry about your military experience."

“These experiences will be your competitive advantage over others.”

"Now you want to go into politics. If you do well, the position at the center will be reserved for you."

Pei Xingjian will be one of Li Chengqian's core members in the future.

Right now we are sparing no effort in his training and giving him opportunities to hone his skills and train himself, so that he can grow more comprehensively.

During his several years of military career, he achieved very good results.

Now that the foundation has been laid in the military, it is time to embark on a political career.

"Your Highness, I am a humble servant..."

Li Chengqian waved his hand and said, "I won't listen to your high-sounding words."

"Your Majesty, how you employ people is beyond my control. The people I want to employ must be both civil and military."

"You must have military experience and also have achievements in governing a place."

"The situation in Liaobei Province is complicated. Don't be afraid of difficulties."

"In Goguryeo, Mohe and other places, many people were captured from the Central Plains."

“You can think of it as the point.”

"Policies, money, and everything else, I will lean towards you, Liaobei."

His advice is just enough.

It still depends on Pei Xingjian to figure it out on his own. How can he grow if we feed him the food?

"I thank Your Highness for your teachings!"

……

After Li Chengqian arranged many matters, he returned to Shandong by sea at the end of June.

I'm not too worried about the affairs of the peninsula.

Li Ji, Li Daozon and others are still here.

Just follow the steps and digest it slowly.

"Your Highness, I pay my respects to you and ask you about your health!"

In Laizhou, the officials who came to welcome the emperor had a brief conversation.

Li Chengqian rested for three days and then set out again to return to Chang'an.

He also heard a lot of interesting ideas.

After Li Shimin arrived in Shandong, he summoned the Shandong noble families and gave them a harsh look.

None of the Shandong noble families dared to make trouble.

The Tang Dynasty destroyed Goguryeo and Baekje, and Silla submitted to the Tang Dynasty.

It can be said that this battle not only brought greater power to the Tang Dynasty, but also caused Li Shimin's prestige and popular support to soar unprecedentedly.

The name of the Holy Son of Heaven has become more deeply rooted in people's hearts.

The Shandong noble families still dared to treat Li Shimin with the same attitude as they did fourteen years ago in the Zhenguan period.

Li Shimin didn't even need to get angry, the people of Shandong would have scolded the Shandong families and ruined their reputation.

……

"The Crown Prince is coming back."

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is about to return!"

Changan.

A whirlwind quietly blew up.

Countless people spread the news by word of mouth.

When the Holy Emperor returned to the court, all the people ran out to welcome him.

The people who were most excited about the Crown Prince's return were not the ordinary people, but the students and celebrities.

Of course, officials in the court were also extremely excited.

"Haha."

"The prince has returned, which is cause for celebration."

Li Shimin issued an order, "All princes and officials above the fifth rank in the capital should go out ten miles to welcome the emperor."

"It's just in time for the prince to come back. It's almost August 15th."

"A family united."

"Tell the princes and princesses that I will hold a banquet in the palace during the Mid-Autumn Festival..."

The tenth day of August.

Li Chengqian arrived ten miles outside Chang'an.

It's been nearly two years since we last met.

If Li Shimin hadn't caused trouble, would he have been away from Beijing for two years?

"Master Fang, I hope you are in good health."

"Master Wei, are you feeling well?"

"Uncle, you are becoming more and more energetic."

"Uncle, drinking is harmful to your health, and stay away from beautiful women."

"..."

Li Chengqian spoke to the central ministers one by one.

After the meeting, he took Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji's hands and got into the carriage together.

This closeness.

Wei Zheng curled his lips. Have you just forgotten about me?
However, he doesn't care that much.

The prince's action was entirely out of public interest.

The emperor and the crown prince were not in the capital, and the Shangshu Province's left and right ministers were under the greatest pressure. Such a large empire could run in an orderly manner without any problems, and could also support the conquest of Goguryeo.

It is absolutely inseparable from the efforts of Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji.

When the Holy Emperor came back, he treated the two of them in the same way.

"Master Fang, uncle."

"Thank you for your hard work, both of you."

Li Chengqian said.

"Your Highness, your words are too kind. I am the ruler of the land and I must be loyal to him."

"The Holy Emperor and the Crown Prince have entrusted the important tasks of the court and the affairs of state to the two of us. How can we be lazy and not try our best?"

Fang Xuanling's eyes were moist.

God knows how he managed to withstand the pressure for two years.

Changsun Wuji's heart also warmed. He held Li Chengqian's hand and felt the warmth from his hand.

Day and night, carefully handling state affairs, the effort has not been in vain.

Entered Chang'an City.

Li Chengqian went to Taiji Palace to pay a visit to Li Shimin, said a few words, and then left.

Return to the East Palace.

The Crown Princess, Cui Liangdi, Huo Liangdi and others were all waiting for him.

"Greetings to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, respectfully welcome His Royal Highness the Crown Prince back to the palace!"

"Ha ha!"

Seeing the whole family, Li Chengqian's fatigue was swept away. He laughed and walked forward, holding the hand of Crown Princess Su Qing, looking at her carefully, "My beloved concubine, you have been taking care of all the affairs in the palace. You have worked hard."

"Your Highness, you have worked hard..."

Su Qing's heart warmed up and his love almost burst out.

Li Chengqian held her hand and talked to other people with a smile.

This clarifies the Crown Princess's status in the palace.

The Crown Princess is the Crown Princess, no one can compare to her.

"Aye!"

Several children, both boys and girls, who had just been weaned, surrounded him and cried in their baby voices.

Li Xin held his finger between his teeth and looked up at the tall Aye, his big eyes filled with confusion and unfamiliarity.

after all.

Li Chengqian has been away for two years, and this kid is just a little old.

He picked up Li Xun and the child that Huo Liangdi was holding, who was very brave.

"Da Lang, where's Er Lang?"

Li Chengqian looked around but didn't see these two guys.

Su Qing smiled bitterly and said, "We sent someone to pick them up a long time ago, and I don't know what they are doing."

Just then, two voices were heard and the sound of running was heard.

"Aye."

"Aye is back."

Two boys, one big and one small, came running over.

The kid Li Jue walked very fast and rushed forward and pounced on Li Chengqian.

oh……!
There was a cry of surprise.

Li Chengqian was holding two children in his arms, and with Li Jue's struggling, he almost couldn't stand.

Fortunately, Li Chengqian's lower body was stable enough, which was the result of practice.

He just staggered slightly and then stopped.

"Aye, I miss you so much."

Li Jue hung around Li Chengqian without any proper manners, just like a wild child.

This made the Crown Princess very angry.

"You bastard, do you know the rules?"

"Your father just came back, and you're rushing in like this?"

The Crown Princess stepped forward and grabbed Li Jue's ear, "I think you are really wild..."

"Ah ah ah."

"Mother, it hurts, it hurts."

Li Jue yelled in pain, "Aye, help, help!"

"You know the pain, but you don't know how to loosen your legs?"

This kid, with his ears pulled, still kept pestering Li Chengqian.

Li Chengqian was both angry and amused at the same time.

"Who asked Aye to go out for so long without me? I'm afraid Aye will go out again."

Li Jue said cunningly.

"Okay, come down."

Li Jue lowered his body obediently. The Crown Princess grabbed him and scolded him. He stuck out his tongue and pretended to be taught a lesson, not afraid at all.

Li Chengqian looked at Li Xiang at this time.

"Aye!"

Li Xiang was not so reckless, he saluted obediently.

Now he was seventeen years old, stronger than an ox, and tall and sturdy. Even under his robe, one could still see his strong arms.

"You've grown up."

Li Chengqian sighed and said, "It's much higher than last year."

Li Xiang scratched his head and laughed, "Aye, I went to pick up Erlang. I didn't see Aye. Aye won't blame me, right?"

"Aye, you don't know how naughty Erlang is."

"We sent someone to call him back before, but he followed Luo Binwang, Di Renjie and others to cause trouble everywhere."

"This kid got beaten by me, but he still refused to accept it..."

The family sat together and Li Xiang told some interesting stories.

Li Jue was at his wildest stage. He was curious about everything and wanted to try everything.

Li Chengqian listened with a smile and said nothing.

"And there's Wang Xiaojie, you don't know him, Aye."

"This kid couldn't beat Di Renjie, but he still wants to beat me. He keeps fighting and failing, but keeps fighting..."

Li Jue was very excited and was also describing the situation vividly.

Li Chengqian laughed out loud from time to time.

With Li Xiang's physique, how could Wang Xiaojie be his opponent?
However, Wang Xiaojie is also determined. He dares to take action when he sees Li Xiang. His courage... wow, nothing to say.

Li Chengqian rested in the palace for a few days and no one came to disturb him. He was very knowledgeable about the rules.

August fifteen.

Li Chengqian took the Crown Princess and his children to the palace for a banquet.

There was also laughter and joy.

(End of this chapter)