Li Shimin's face showed no emotion or anger, and he said calmly: "If you can't solve the problem of the alliance of envoys from various countries, I won't pursue this matter. If you can't, just make Zhao Guogong vomit blood. At the very least, you will
I’m going to the Penal Department Prison for a while.”
Go to jail?
How is it possible, whether in his previous life or this life, he has never been in jail.
"Your Majesty, if you reduce the rewards to the countries in the Western Regions, Xueyantuo, Western Turks and other countries by half, how can they have the time to ask for an increase in rewards? Their alliance was originally formed temporarily. If some people are missing, the rest will not be enough on their own.
Out of fear."
"Wonderful! The Marquis of Jingyang County is so talented that I am ashamed of myself." Fang Xuanling understood Lin Xuan's intention and praised.
The people present were all smart people. Lin Xuan explained it in such detail that they understood it after just a moment's thought.
Lin Xuan's plan is not complicated to say.
In fact, the tribute lists from various countries have already been reported.
The list of rewards given to various countries by the Tang Dynasty was also prepared in advance.
When Dachao Hui talks about it seriously, it is just a formality.
Each country presented the gift list to Li Shimin. After Li Shimin read it, he gave them the gift list of rewards.
If all countries want to jointly propose more rewards, they must do so after receiving the reward list.
When the time comes, the countries in the Western Regions, Xue Yantuo, Western Turks and other countries will definitely protest when they see that the rewards are much less than in previous years.
The answer of the Tang Dynasty was also very simple. The countries in the Western Regions secretly obstructed the Tang Dynasty from establishing the Protectorate of the Western Regions, and Xue Yantuo and the Western Turks sent troops to plunder the Tang Dynasty. Isn't it natural that the rewards would be reduced?
After gaining a head start, the temporarily formed alliance was immediately disintegrated.
After all, they are united for the common good.
Li Shimin thought this method was very good, and when he saw that Fang Xuanling also agreed, he said very decisively: "I leave the gift list of Doulu Kuan to you. I will reduce the rewards of the countries in the Western Regions by half, and the rewards of the Western Turks and Xue Yantuo will be reduced by 70%.
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"I obey the decree." Doulu Kuan stood up and responded.
When leaving the Manlu Hall, many people praised Lin Xuan.
In fact, Lin Xuan's plan was a good one, but the people present were all elites of this era, why couldn't they think of it?
It's not that they couldn't think of it, it's that they didn't think about it.
Generous rewards for those countries that pay tribute represent the face of the Central Plains dynasty. Who would think of tampering with this?
Ancient dynasties often had difficult times for themselves, but they still had to give generous rewards to foreigners.
And no one has come out to stop such a thing. It can be seen that it is not only the emperor who saves face, but also the ministers.
"You're such a good boy. This is the first time I've seen that old fox Chang Sun Wuji become so popular. Hahaha~ It's really satisfying." Cheng Yaojin patted Lin Xuan's shoulder and said.
"I've been unhappy with him for a long time, so this time you can help me out," Yu Chigong said.
Yuchi Gong and Changsun Wuji were at odds with each other. However, when Li Tang was established, Yuchi Gong made great contributions.
During the Xuanwu Gate Incident, he even saved Li Shimin's life and killed Li Yuanji with his own hands.
It was also he who brought people into the palace and forced Li Yuan to write an edict to make all troops obey Li Shimin's orders.
In terms of merit, Yu Chigong should be ranked first in the Xuanwu Gate change.
However, when it comes to rewards for merit, it is true that Yu Chigong and Changsun Wuji share the top spot.
After Li Shimin succeeded to the throne, Changsun Wuji overpowered him in every aspect.
It was also from that time that Yuchi Gong became dissatisfied with Changsun Wuji.
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Too hospital
Changsun Wuji was lying on the bed, and the imperial doctor was taking his pulse.
After a long time, the imperial doctor took back his hand and said: "The blood vomiting by Duke Zhao was caused by the attack on his heart due to his shortness of breath. There is nothing serious about it."
In fact, it was a good thing that Changsun Wuji vomited blood.
If he doesn't spit it out and becomes ill, over time, big problems may occur.
On the contrary, although you need to rest for a few days after vomiting blood, it is not a bad thing in the long run.
The imperial doctor also knew that Changsun Wuji was angry, so he did not speak out.
He can't say that it's a good thing if someone makes you angry and vomits blood. You should thank them, right?
"Yi Zhang, I've vomited blood. Can you tell me it's not serious? The doctors at the Royal Hospital all serve the royal family, and quack doctors are not suitable to stay here." Changsun Wuji said calmly.
"What Mr. Zhao Guo said is that I made a mistake just now. Mr. Zhao vomited blood and injured his lungs. He needs to rest for a long time before he can recover slowly."
Zhang Yuyi has been at Tai Hospital for more than ten years, so he naturally understands what Changsun Wuji said.
When the concubines in the palace fell ill, they asked the imperial doctor to cooperate and exaggerate the illness in order to arouse Li Shimin's sympathy.
This kind of thing will not only get rewards from the concubines, but also reveal their medical skills, so they will naturally cooperate.
Although I don’t know why Changsun Wuji exaggerated his condition, but who cares about him?
As an imperial doctor, if you want to live a long life, medical skills are not the most important. The most important thing is not asking about things you shouldn't know and not telling people you shouldn't know.
"How does my face look?" Changsun Wuji asked.
Dr. Zhang said: "Zhao Guogong's face is extremely pale because of vomiting blood."
Changsun Wuji said: "As long as you don't talk nonsense, I will thank you very much afterwards."
"Thank you, Duke Zhao." Doctor Zhang said.
Of course he understood the threat in Changsun Wuji's tone, he had long been used to it over the years.
"The Queen is here!"
"Your Majesty, please see the Queen." Dr. Zhang saluted quickly.
Queen Changsun waved her hand, looked at Changsun Wuji lying on the bed, and asked with concern: "Brother, are you okay?"
Changsun Wuji's face turned pale and he said feebly: "I am not feeling well and cannot salute. I hope the Queen will forgive me."
Empress Changsun said with concern: "Why do you still care about those false gifts at this time?"
Queen Changsun turned her head and asked: "How is Duke Zhao's health?"
"Back to the Empress, Duke Zhao is so angry that he has hurt his heart and lungs. He needs to rest for a long time, and the root of the disease is likely to remain in the future," said Dr. Zhang.
After hearing this, Empress Changsun said: "No matter what medicinal materials are needed, Duke Zhao must be cured. Do you understand?"
"I understand, I will go and prepare medicine for Duke Zhao right now," said Dr. Zhang.
Empress Changsun waved her hand and signaled Doctor Zhang to leave.
"Queen, don't worry, I'm fine." Changsun Wuji said weakly.
Seeing Changsun Wuji like this, Empress Changsun could not rest assured. She cried and said: "Lin Xuan is too presumptuous. Don't worry, brother, I will definitely let him come to apologize to you."
She and Changsun Wuji had been dependent on each other since she was a child. Changsun Wuji was like a brother and a father to her, but Lin Xuan was her future son-in-law, so she was caught in the middle.
When Changsun Wuji heard Queen Changsun's words, he almost became angry and vomited blood again.
Didn't he pretend to be sick just to get Lin Xuan punished?
Empress Changsun said that letting Lin Xuan come to plead guilty to him seemed good, but in fact it was of no use.
No matter how you say it, he is Lin Xuan's 'elder'. When Lin Xuan comes to apologize, will he forgive him?
Forgive me, he feels unhappy.
If he doesn't forgive, others will say he is small-minded.
"Empress, there is no need to ask him to come and plead guilty. I am afraid that he will be angry to death." Changsun Wuji said.
When Queen Changsun heard what Changsun Wuji said, Lin Xuan's anger in her heart deepened.
"Don't worry, brother, I will go to see Your Majesty and I will definitely give you an explanation." Queen Changsun said.