Datang: Just been appointed as the crown prince, the counterattack system is here

Chapter 300 Erlang, I'd like to see how you and your son will end up! [Seeking monthly votes]

"Why are you here?"

When the chubby Li Tai politely entered Da'an Palace, what came into view was not his grandfather, whom he had rehearsed countless times for his dialogue, but the duo he hated even in his dreams. His brows furrowed instantly.

"That's the question we should be asking you: How did you end up here?"

Li You also frowned and asked Li Tai in return.

But Li Tai coldly snorted, "How I ended up here is none of your business."

"besides."

He paused here, then glanced at Li Yuan, and then righteously lectured Li You: "No matter what, I am still your brother. How can you have no manners at all in front of the Emperor?"

"I"

Li You was momentarily speechless, and immediately looked at Li Yuanchang.

But Li Tai was smarter this time and didn't give Li Yuanchang any chance to make trouble. He quickly bowed to Li Yuan, Consort Sun, and Li Yuanchang, saying, "Qingque greets Imperial Grandfather, Consort Sun, and Uncle Lu!"

"This"

Li Yuanchang was speechless at Li Tai's actions and looked helplessly at Li You.

Although Li You was burning with anger, he dared not show it and could only bow to Li Tai with resentment: "You greets Fourth Brother."

"What are you calling Fourth Brother!"

Before Li You could finish speaking, Li Tai interrupted him, correcting him: "When you're out in public, you should address me by my title. What do you think you should call me?"

Speechless!

Li Youyi was speechless for a moment!

He cursed Li Tai, that fat bastard, in his heart.

But he pretended to accept the instruction and said, "Greetings, Brother King Yue!"

Snapped!
Li Tai slapped Li You on the shoulder with a loud thud, showing that the force was considerable. Ignoring Li You's pained expression, he said with satisfaction, "That's more like it!"

After saying this, he looked at Li Yuanchang with a smile and said, "We in the Li Tang Dynasty are the most courteous, wouldn't you agree, Uncle Lu?"

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Upon hearing this, Li Yuanchang's face instantly turned ashen.

It's obvious that the chubby guy is retaliating for the targeting he received at the Academy of Sciences last time.

Li Yuan saw all of this.

Although Li Yuan was still unclear about their purpose in coming to him, he did not stop them, but instead watched with great interest.

After all, in Li Yuan's eyes, their open and covert struggles were nothing but child's play and hardly worthy of serious consideration.

Fortunately, they didn't go too far and both restrained themselves, stopping short of making a move.

But then Li Tai said with a smile, "Grandpa, I heard that you have returned to the palace, so I have prepared some gifts to congratulate you. I hope you will like them!"

"Heh, Qingque is so thoughtful, even sending me a gift. You care more than your father!"

Upon hearing this, Li Yuan smiled and made a joke.

Li Tai smiled noncommittally but didn't reply. He simply nodded to Su Xu behind him, who immediately led people in to bring the gifts.

“Grandfather, this is a coral screen that I specially purchased in the South China Sea. It is both beautiful and transparent. And look at these branches, they are lush and orderly, just like my Li Tang imperial family, which is continuous and ever-growing. It has a very meaningful meaning.”

Li Tai, with a broad smile, pointed to a South China Sea coral screen and said...

Li Yuan examined it carefully and laughed, "It is indeed a fine item. Qingque is indeed a talented man of the Li Tang imperial family. He is very particular about choosing gifts."

"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. Here is also a beautiful glass cup that I bought from a merchant in Kucha. There is also a box of rare ancient books, including Your Majesty's favorite books, 'Six Secret Teachings' and 'Wu Zi'."

If Li Yuan had only politely assumed that Li Tai was good at choosing gifts for the previous ones, then this ancient book, "Six Secret Teachings," was definitely a testament to Li Tai's thoughtful consideration.

It should be noted that the military treatise he personally annotated for Li Shimin was this very book, "Six Secret Teachings".

It can be said that this book, "Six Secret Teachings," represents Li Yuan's final expression of fatherly affection for Li Shimin.

The fact that the chubby boy chose this copy of "Six Secret Teachings" as a gift shows how thoughtful he was.

"Bluebird."

Li Yuan looked at the box of ancient books, a ripple of emotion welling up in his eyes. Then, with a complicated expression, he raised his hand and said, "If you have anything to say, just say it."

"Grandpa Emperor"

Li Tai choked up, then knelt down with a thud, and said in a sorrowful tone, "Grandson has no other wish than to complete his studies in Chang'an and finish compiling the 'Kuodi Zhi' which I am in charge of, as well as the 'Zhenguan Dadian' which needs to be improved in the future."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Li Yuan was somewhat moved.

He never expected that Li Tai would come to visit him with such generous gifts, just for this reason.

However, as far as he knew, Li Tai had requested Li Shimin to grant him a fiefdom, but Li Shimin refused.

Now that Li Tai has expressed his desire to stay in Chang'an, what does this mean? It means that the chubby boy has played a trick on Li Shimin, a feigned retreat to advance.

However, since Li Shimin has already rejected his request to be granted a fief, it means that he most likely will not go to the fief.

So why is he now visiting me with such generous gifts, sincerely emphasizing his desire to stay in Chang'an?

Thinking of this, Li Yuan glanced at Li You and the other man without showing any emotion. Recalling Li Yuanchang's words that Li You was about to go to Youzhou to be enfeoffed, he instantly understood.

Li Tai was worried about Li Chengqian.

He feared that Li Chengqian would send him to his fiefdom.

In this way, he would have no chance to compete for the throne.

"Ah!"

Li Yuan understood Li Tai's purpose in coming to him, and couldn't help but smile to himself, thinking to himself, "Second Brother, Second Brother, I couldn't control you brothers back then, but now I'll see how you and your father will end up!"

"Grandpa Emperor"

Seeing Li Yuan suddenly fall silent, Li Tai's heart jumped into his throat. He quickly whispered, "You are a magnanimous man, you wouldn't hold a grudge against your grandson, would you?"

"Ok?"

Li Yuan frowned, then quickly regained his composure and said calmly, "What do you mean by that, grandson?"

"Grandpa, I know that my elder brother used to visit you often, but I rarely did. This is my lack of filial piety. Moreover, I have done many wrong things in the past. I know I can't use my young age as an excuse, but I have been reflecting on this for the past two years. Perhaps I shouldn't focus all my attention on studying and should learn more about human relationships and social skills!"

"Now, your grandson has come to his senses. If he does not fulfill his duty to his parents at home, how can he have any patriotism at home? I beg Your Majesty to see this clearly."

By the end, Li Tai's face was covered in tears.

Li Yuan looked at Li Tai, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

He admitted that Li Tai was indeed cunning and ambitious.

But it cannot be denied that the little fat boy's literary talent is indeed very high.

Moreover, he could also see that the chubby boy had indeed made a lot of progress in the past two years.

"Ugh"

Li Yuan sighed deeply, then beckoned to Li Tai and said, "Come here!"

Upon hearing this, Li Tai immediately stood up obediently and quickly walked to Li Yuan's side.

Li Yuan looked at Li Tai, touched his chubby face, and said earnestly:
"Qingque, you must know that all good things must come to an end. You cannot stay in Chang'an forever."

"Grandpa Emperor, I..."

Li Tai opened his mouth as if to say something, but was interrupted by Li Yuan.

"but."

Li Yuan then changed the subject, saying, "You can ask your father for permission to bring the books and scribes who compiled the 'Kuodi Zhi' to your fiefdom. That way, you can complete the compilation of the 'Kuodi Zhi' and also go to your fiefdom. Wouldn't that be the best of both worlds?"

I rub!

Li Tai was stunned when he heard Li Yuan's words!
Because this was completely different from what he had expected!
But Li Yuan didn't finish his sentence.

Then he said in a kind tone, "As for the compilation of the Zhenguan Encyclopedia, I don't think there's any need to rush it. It's only been four years since the Zhenguan era began, and we haven't accumulated enough yet. It's not too late to compile it a few more years later, when the Tang Dynasty truly shows signs of a golden age."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "I believe your father will understand your filial piety. He might recall you from your fiefdom, so you don't need to worry about being away from Chang'an for too long."

"But Grandfather, I..."

Upon hearing this, Li Tai hurriedly tried to defend himself. At this moment, Li You, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up: "Grandfather is right. We will all be granted fiefdoms sooner or later, so why worry about when? For example, I would like to be granted a fiefdom as soon as possible to share the burden with Father!"

"But my elder brother, the Crown Prince, doesn't agree, and I doubt my father will either. If my grandfather could help me persuade my elder brother, I'd be happy to be granted the fiefdom." "You!"

Li Tai was taken aback when he heard Li You's words.

He never expected that Li You had come here to ask Li Yuan to help him persuade Li Chengqian to accept the title.

But Li Yuan looked at Li You with some surprise and said, "So, you said you would be granted a fiefdom upon going to Youzhou, but you haven't gotten Erlang's consent yet?"

“No, Father, didn’t Li You just say that he wants you to talk to Chengqian and ask him to arrange for him to be granted a fiefdom?” Li Yuanchang quickly interjected.

Li Yuan frowned, then scolded in a low voice, "Nonsense! How can you arbitrarily assign fiefdoms?"

"But didn't you just say that they'd go and seal off the territory sooner or later?"

"It has to be appropriate eventually!"

Li Yuan said sternly, "Going to your fiefdom is to govern the region and bring benefits to the people, not to go on a whim!"

"Grandpa Emperor, I'm not going there for fun. I want to learn from my elder brother, the Crown Prince, and develop Youzhou into the next Jiangling, so that the people under my rule can live a good life."

Li You quickly explained.

Li Yuan swept a cold glance over them, his imperial majesty fully displayed: "Do you know how big Youzhou is? Do you know which province Youzhou is in? Do you know how many people live in Youzhou?"

"Ah I"

Li You was completely stumped by Li Yuan's three questions.

But then Li Yuan said in a deep voice, "You know nothing, yet you want to learn from your elder brother? Isn't that overestimating yourself? Go back and study more, and wait until you've learned something before you talk about it!"

"But Grandfather..."

"Alright, you can go back now!"

Before Li You could finish speaking, Li Yuan issued an unquestionable order to expel him.

Upon hearing this, Li You immediately looked at Li Yuanchang, who was standing to the side.

Just as Li Yuanchang was about to speak, Consort Sun, who had been silent all along, suddenly interrupted him: "Yuanchang, your mother is tired. Help me back to the palace to rest."

"Mother, Li You..."

"Ok?"

"Yes!"

Although Li Yuanchang was fearless and invincible outside, the moment Consort Sun frowned, he deflated like a punctured balloon and obediently followed his mother's wishes.

With Li Yuanchang gone, Li You, isolated and helpless, could only bid farewell to Li Yuan and leave.

"Grandpa Emperor, I..."

"You should go too, I'm tired too."

After watching Li You leave, Li Tai intended to say a few more words, but unexpectedly, Li Yuan also gave him the order to leave.

This left him feeling both embarrassed and frustrated.

It's one thing if I'm not as good as Li Chengqian.

How come he's not even as good as Li You?

My grandfather, the Emperor, said, "All good things must come to an end. We will all be enfeoffed sooner or later." Why is it so different here with me and with Li You?

Judging from what the Emperor Grandfather said, it seems that he doesn't want Li You to be granted a fiefdom, but instead hopes that he himself will be granted a fiefdom.

This is such a huge favoritism!

Does this mean that everyone who is on good terms with Li Chengqian will be treated favorably by the Emperor?
hateful!

All those expensive gifts I gave you were a waste!

Li Tai, increasingly frustrated, felt a surge of resentment towards Li Yuan, thinking to himself, "If you don't help me, one day I'll make you regret it!"
"Yes, grandson, take your leave!"

Watching Li Tai leave reluctantly, Li Yuan narrowed his eyes slightly, then a faint smile appeared on his lips, and he said loudly, "Someone, summon Du Caigan to the palace!"

On the other side, the Prince's Mansion.

After returning to his residence, Li Chengqian received Physician Zhen, who had come to visit him.

But then Physician Zhen said with a smile, "Your Highness, you look even more energetic than before!"

"Young people are full of energy and vitality, so it's perfectly normal for them to be energetic!"

Li Chengqian naturally understood the implication in Physician Zhen's words, but he did not respond to him. Instead, he said directly, "Physician Zhen came to see me today, so you must have made some progress on the matter I asked you to handle, right?"

"Your Highness is a man of your word, and I deeply admire you. In particular, the addition of medicine to the imperial examination has greatly inspired all those who study medicine. Although I am old and frail, I must do my best for Your Highness."

"Oh? So, this matter has been accomplished?"

"That's it!"

Physician Zhen smiled and stroked his beard, saying, "My old minister's friends have been heading to Chang'an one after another, bringing their disciples and grand-disciples with them. When they gather together, it will surely be a grand occasion for the world!"

"Yes, not bad! This is indeed a golden age!"

Li Chengqian nodded in satisfaction, then smiled and said, "At that time, I will have the reporters from the News Agency report extensively on this prosperous era, so that the trend of studying medicine will sweep across the entire Tang Dynasty, and the talents of our Tang Dynasty will present a diverse state."

"His Highness the Crown Prince's grand ambition is unprecedented in history and will surely be remembered in the annals of time!"

"Alright, alright, let's stop flattering each other and get down to business. What are your plans?"

"this."

Zhen Liyan hesitated for a moment, then took out a piece of paper and said, "Your Highness, I have studied the analysis of your hypertension diagnosis that you gave me over the past two months and found that this medical technique has many similarities with traditional Chinese medicine."

"Therefore, my suggestion is that we hold a free clinic to provide medical care to the people of Chang'an. This way, we can test the medical skills of the physicians and also categorize them. For example, which physicians are good at treating external injuries, which are good at treating internal injuries, or which are good at regulating the body? What do you think?"

"good idea!"

Li Chengqian couldn't help but applaud, saying, "I had the same idea. In my plan, a medical school is similar to an academy of sciences, except that it studies medicine. But a general hospital would be best if it were divided into specialties, such as those specializing in gastroenterology, those specializing in ENT, and so on. Separating different doctors and having them specialize in their respective fields would definitely improve treatment efficiency!"

"Hehe, it seems that this old minister and His Highness the Crown Prince are of the same mind on this matter!"

"Yes, I'm glad you have this idea. But the free clinic can only be free for the general public, not for doctors. The medical school will provide a certain subsidy for each patient they see. After all, free things are not necessarily a good thing, and I believe Physician Zhen understands what I mean."

"This"

Upon hearing this, Physician Zhen was speechless.

To be honest, he was utterly impressed by the Crown Prince's abilities. In particular, Li Chengqian's grasp of human nature far surpassed that of some of the cunning old foxes in the court.

But then Li Chengqian changed the subject, saying, "However, the subsidies aren't free. Although I'm worried that they might not put in the effort during the free clinics, I still trust their medical ethics. Therefore, each doctor who participates in the free clinics must write a medical record for each patient they see, so that the medical school can conduct targeted research on them later."

"Yes, His Highness's idea is good, and this old minister will have them do as he says."

Physician Zhen nodded seriously and said.

Li Chengqian glanced at him with a smile, then picked up a cup of tea, took a sip, and said with a half-smile, "Doctor Zhen must have come here today for something else, right?"

"Uh, this."

Physician Zhen was embarrassed for a moment, then stood up and cupped his hands, saying, "To be honest, Your Highness, I heard that you proposed the medical soldiers in court, and that the Six Guards of the Eastern Palace are also training medical soldiers. Could you please allow me to see the medical soldiers?"

"In addition, this old minister also received a set of new medical books. At first glance, the contents were incredibly novel, but upon careful comparison with the analysis of hypertension given to me by Your Highness, I found some terms to be identical. Therefore, this old minister has a bold guess: does Your Highness also have a set of new books on medicine?"

"Hahaha!"

Upon hearing this, Li Chengqian burst into laughter; "Indeed, he's wise beyond his years! Physician Zhen has certainly lived a long and fulfilling life!"

"Uh,"

Physician Zhen's lips twitched awkwardly, but he still couldn't help but ask, "I wonder if this old minister's guess is accurate?"

Li Chengqian suppressed his laughter, gave Physician Zhen a meaningful look, and said, "Since we've come this far, I won't hide it from you. It's true, I do have a complete set of medical books, which contains medical knowledge different from current medicine. This is the foundation for my establishment of the medical school."

"I want you to integrate this medical knowledge and take your medical skills to the next level!"

"Your Highness's emphasis on medicine is deeply admired by this old minister. On behalf of all physicians in the land, this old minister begs Your Highness to accept my bow!"

As he spoke, Physician Zhen prepared to bow to Li Chengqian.

But just then, a report came from outside the door: "Your Highness, Princess Chang Le and several other princesses have arrived at the door!"

"Ok?"

Li Chengqian was slightly taken aback, his face filled with doubt.

Chang Le has come, but why did she bring several princesses with her?

Could something have happened in the palace?!

(End of this chapter)