Control your ancestors and create an immortal family starting from the Eastern Han Dynasty

Chapter 152 Foreign Barbarians Submit, Regulations and Rules Renewed (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
April of the fifth year of the Zhenguan era.

After a long journey, Khagan Jieli was finally brought to Chang'an.

This journey was not easy for Jieli Khan.

He now looks as if he has aged decades, transforming from a spirited and ambitious hero into a frail old man with a full head of white hair.

It wasn't just because of worries about the future, but also because of an indescribable sense of frustration.

The changes in Kyushu are tremendous.

For many years, he has always regarded Kyushu as a source of energy, and this idea has become a habit of his.

Now, witnessing the changes in Kyushu, the impact on him is something that others can hardly comprehend.

But how can that be?

Now he has become a prisoner and can only be disposed of by Li Shimin.

—The news kept spreading.

Li Shimin's judgment was correct; the envoys from the surrounding tribes were indeed paying close attention to the movements of the Tang Dynasty.

The attitude of the Tang Dynasty was very important to these tribes.

The trade routes in northern Xinjiang have never stopped over the years.

Not only with the various tribes of the Eastern Turks, but also with many merchants from the Central Plains, they would travel to the various tribes of the northern frontier to conduct a series of trades.

In fact, the policies implemented by Gu Yi back then were completely successful.

Whether it's the northern border or the Lingnan region.

The majority of the people in these two places yearn for the Central Plains and long to be fully integrated into it.

However, the northern border regions and the Lingnan region are ultimately different.

The tribes in the northern frontier were more scattered and of varying strengths. Coupled with the harsh environment, these small tribes could not possibly change the rise of powers such as the Turks and Goguryeo.

To them.

Now that the Eastern Turkic Khaganate has been destroyed, it would be a great blessing if the Tang Dynasty could be as prosperous as the Han Dynasty of the past.

This is one of the changes in history today.

Compared to the original history, it would have been much easier for Li Shimin to do all this.

Because Gu Yi had already laid a sufficient foundation for him in the past.

Everything had already fallen into place.

Time passed slowly, and as more and more envoys arrived in Chang'an, the atmosphere in the city became increasingly complicated.

The people were still immersed in the joy brought by the great victory.

Especially when they saw the shocked and envious looks on the faces of those foreigners, a sense of pride welled up in their hearts.

Li Shimin did not choose to receive the envoys from all directions immediately.

This move undoubtedly made these people even more nervous.

Everyone was worried about the Tang Dynasty's attitude, fearing that Li Shimin would take his anger out on these small tribes.

However, not long after that...

Li Shimin then announced that a banquet would be held in the Taiji Hall, which would include not only envoys from all directions, but also Khagan Jieli!

The atmosphere froze instantly upon hearing the news.

—The first impression this move gives is that Li Shimin wanted to use this banquet to deal with Jieli Khan and then demonstrate his power to the surrounding tribes!

Chang'an, Taiji Hall.

Thirty-six glazed palace lanterns were lit one after another, and the golden dragon pillars reflected a shimmering light throughout the room.

The sounds of string music filled the air. Civil and military officials of the third rank and above sat on the left and right sides of the banquet, leisurely enjoying the music. Some military officers even sang along with the rhythm in the court.

Meanwhile, the envoys from the four tribes sat together on the other side.

Each of them wore a tense expression, and many even had beads of cold sweat on their foreheads.

—The somber atmosphere of this string music is too strong.

"Qin King's Battle Song" was originally a military song of the Tang Dynasty. Although it has undergone a series of processing and reorganization, it still belongs to the category of "martial dance".

The chilling atmosphere emanating from it is extraordinary.
The Tang emperor was establishing his authority!

This thought arose in the minds of each of them, and they were absolutely certain of it.

On the dragon chair.

Li Yuan was also surprised to see the song and dance performance before him. He had heard of the Qin King's Battle Music before, but this was the first time he had seen the song and dance performance adapted from it.

Indeed, Li Yuan has also made a rare appearance this time.

Since his abdication years ago.

This was his first time attending a banquet hosted by Li Shimin.

The relationship between the father and son was very complicated, and the estrangement between them was something neither of them could forget.

In fact, Li Yuan originally did not want to get involved in these matters.

This led Li Shimin to have Empress Zhangsun repeatedly invite them, especially since he also wanted to see the true colors of these tribal envoys, particularly Jieli Khan, before finally agreeing to the invitation.

Although my mind was filled with a myriad of complex thoughts.

But Li Yuan had to admit that Li Shimin was indeed his most outstanding son.

Perhaps if he had accomplished something back then...

The relationship between father, son, and brothers would not have deteriorated to this point.

Looking down at the fearful tribal envoys below, he sighed softly and took a sip of wine.

Li Shimin, on the other hand, was completely different.

Although he did not sit on the dragon throne, his aura made it clear to everyone who was truly in charge of the Tang Dynasty.

Listening to that familiar string music.

His face clearly showed arrogance, and his whole being exuded extraordinary majesty.

As time passed, the sound of the strings gradually faded away.

However, the somber atmosphere in the entire hall did not diminish in the slightest.

finally--

As Li Shimin slowly beckoned, several soldiers immediately brought up Jieli Khan, who had been waiting outside the palace.

His expression was very complicated.

Li Shimin had already given orders not to make him suffer, but his condition continued to deteriorate, and he no longer possessed any trace of the aura of a powerful and ruthless leader.

As Khagan Jieli stepped into the hall, Li Yuan, who was on the dragon throne, immediately stood up.

His gaze became increasingly complex at that moment.

He still remembered the attitude of Khagan Jieli towards him before the uprising, never imagining that he would be able to completely separate from Jieli in his lifetime.

Jieli also took notice of Li Yuan.

However, his expression did not change, and he silently glanced at Li Shimin beside him.

The hall fell silent instantly.

Li Shimin's expression never changed from beginning to end; he simply gazed silently at Jieli Khan with his unfathomable eyes.

All eyes immediately turned to Jieli Khan, each with a different expression.

An overwhelming sense of oppression instantly descended.

Khagan Jieli lowered his head and slowly walked towards the palace. Then, under everyone's gaze, he knelt down.

“罪”

"This sinner pays his respects to His Majesty the Emperor of the Great Tang Dynasty."

Jieli Khan buried his head deep in the ground and uttered these words with trembling hands.

The silence was broken in an instant.

—Looking at the Khan before them, disbelief flashed in the eyes of all the envoys from the grassland tribes.

Is this still the same Eastern Turkic Khan who once dominated the grasslands?
How could she be so humble?

He actually knelt down and bowed to Li Shimin? And even called himself a sinner?

Even the court officials of the Tang Dynasty were stunned.

But in just a moment, a smug smile appeared on their faces.

The same applies to Li Yuan.

Seeing the Turkic Khan, once a nightmare, kneeling before him, even his body trembled slightly. He instinctively wanted to say something.

But at that moment, Li Shimin's voice suddenly rang out: "Get up."

Li Shimin's voice remained as steady as ever.

Instantly, Li Yuan swallowed back the words that were on the tip of his tongue.

At that moment, Li Shimin slowly stood up, looking down at Jieli from the jade steps, and said calmly, "Jieli, you are indeed a sinner!"

“In the past, I made several covenants with you, but you have repeatedly broken your promises and plundered the people of my Great Tang.”

"But the Great Khan must act like a Great Khan!"

Li Shimin spoke in a very calm tone.

But these words struck the hearts of Khagan Jieli and the tribal envoys like thunder.

Khagan Jieli kept his head buried deep in the ground, not daring to utter a single word.

There was silence in the hall.

Even Li Yuan could feel the aura emanating from Li Shimin at this moment.

This is the majesty unique to an emperor with an invincible heart.

This kind of imposing presence was something he didn't even possess in his younger days.

In an instant, Li Yuan's thoughts became increasingly complex.

Li Shimin paid no attention to what others were saying. He slowly walked down the steps, each step seemingly touching the hearts of everyone present.

When Li Shimin reached Jieli, he looked down at him, his tone calm but laced with wrath: "I forgive your death sentence!"

Upon hearing this, a series of soft gasps filled the hall.

The tribal envoys were all utterly shocked!

Forgive Jieli Khan?

Could Li Shimin really be so benevolent?
In a short moment, everyone's hearts were at ease in Bianjing.

Everyone understood that Li Shimin's ability to do such a thing demonstrated his benevolence.

He will not take his anger out on the surrounding tribes.

"but--"

"You may be spared the death penalty, but you will not escape punishment!"

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Li Shimin paid no attention to what everyone was thinking at the moment and announced his series of arrangements in front of everyone.

It is based on the policies implemented by Gu Ye in the past.

However, he made a series of improvements and upgrades on top of that.

The progress of a system is evident at times like these.

This is precisely the main reason why Gu Yi has never taken too big a step.

Humanity must always move forward.

However, if he takes too big a step and causes a precipitous leap in the cultural system, even if he succeeds temporarily, it will certainly cost the entire Kyushu region other things.

Gu Yi was also paying attention to this matter, seriously considering Li Shimin's various arrangements.

Its core focus remains on several aspects, including culture, trade, and faith.

However, it was based on Gu Ye's original foundation.

Li Shimin added many more restrictions.

For example, at the trade fair, Li Shimin required that only those who could write at least one hundred Chinese characters could participate.

And this is only the most basic level.

This leads to the core cultural elements of the nine classics of Confucianism.

Those who possess these skills will receive greater preferential treatment.

If this had happened back then, it would have been absolutely impossible to succeed.

But things are different now.

Thanks to the foundation laid by Gu Ye in the past, the culture of Kyushu is not entirely unfamiliar to the various tribes of the grasslands.

This is the core reason why Li Shimin did this.

Of course, this is just one example.

In addition, this series of methods were also used to comprehensively reshape various aspects, including the imperial examination system and the education and beliefs of the children of various tribes.

This move may seem to have little significance.

But Gu Yi understood perfectly well that this was of extraordinary significance to the entire Nine Provinces.

If you extend the timeline...

When the culture of Kyushu truly spreads throughout the vast northern frontier, the entire Kyushu region will surely experience a period of rapid development.

This is a feat that will last for generations!

And this credit originated from the Gu family!

Everyone listened intently, and how could these tribal envoys not understand that this was not Li Shimin speaking to Jieli Khan?

Jieli Khan was now a prisoner and could only submit to Li Shimin's arrangements.

They are the key to this.

Although these tribes are scattered and individually weak, they can become an extraordinary force when they come together.

They all understood that this was the new system by which the Central Plains dynasty treated them.

Although the key points cannot be grasped in a short period of time.

But they also understood.

As this system is gradually implemented, the descendants of their various tribes will eventually become part of Kyushu, just as they did in the past.

However, this is not a bad thing for them.

Who can't see that the golden age of China has arrived?

Being able to integrate into Kyushu under these circumstances would be a blessing for all of them.

The words gradually faded away.

Without the slightest hesitation, Khagan Jieli immediately knelt down before Li Shimin again: "This sinful subject thanks Your Majesty for your divine grace!"

—The banquet continues.

Throughout the entire process, Li Shimin never spoke a word to the envoys from the surrounding tribes.

They simply accepted the congratulatory gifts they sent.

Ultimately, they were just envoys. Regardless of their own feelings about the Tang Dynasty's policies, they still had to send these messages back first and wait for the tribal chief's instructions.

The banquet ended in this atmosphere.

Li Yuan was really drunk.

Before leaving, he surprisingly grasped Li Shimin's hand tightly, his eyes red as if he had a thousand words to say.

He finally accepted his son completely.

Li Shimin's abilities indeed surpassed those of Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji, and even surpassed those of his father.

The estrangement of the past seemed to have faded considerably from this day forward, and even Li Shimin's eyes couldn't help but redden a little.

The very next day, the envoys from the four tribes hurriedly left Chang'an.

Li Shimin naturally received the news immediately.

The court officials were all very concerned about this matter, including Li Shimin's confidants.

With the Eastern Turkic Khaganate destroyed, the grasslands will once again be divided into various tribes. Once the Tang Dynasty intervenes, these forces will be more evenly balanced.

If these tribes are unwilling to obey the Tang Dynasty, it will definitely be a troublesome matter for the Tang Dynasty.

But Li Shimin didn't care at all.

For him.

Any obstacle that stands in the way of the rise of the Tang Dynasty will be crushed by him.

He didn't care about the attitudes of these tribes.

The Tang Dynasty's system will not be changed for any person; it must always move forward!
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