"The prince can't, but the ministers can. Whether it's the Prime Minister or the eldest grandson, they can be said to be..."
Zhang Jiuli suddenly thought of two suitable people, but when he said this, he immediately shut his mouth. The following words were naturally powerful, but these words could not be said in front of Li Xiang, even if these two people already had a good relationship with Li Xiang, they could not say these words.
If someone reports Zhang Jiuli's words to these two adults in the future, then Zhang Jiuli will be enemies with these two adults. You are secretly trying to offend the two of us and offend both of them in the court at once. No matter how Zhang Jiuli behaves under Li Xiang in the future, at least he will have a hard time making any progress in the officialdom of the entire Tang Dynasty.
"That's right..."
Su Dingfang slapped his thigh beside him. This guy was a bit thick-skinned and hadn't figured out some things within the court. However, when he saw Zhang Jiuli shut his mouth, he suddenly realized that he couldn't continue with this topic.
Even though he was a capable subordinate of Li Xiang, his foundation within the court could not be compared with that of these two adults. If this news were to spread back to the capital, Zhang Jiuli would certainly be unable to resist, and Su Dingfang would not have the ability to do so. Did he think he had three heads and six arms if he offended the emperor's right-hand man at once?
"You are right to be cautious, but you still have to make suggestions when it is time to do so. Take this matter at hand for example. I believe that Lord Changsun is the most suitable candidate. Moreover, we can also team up with Lord Changsun and the King of Wei, which would be even more suitable."
Li Xiang knew what the people below him were concerned about. Even if they were in Li Xiang's position, they still had concerns and could not say whatever they wanted. Now Li Xiang combined this method. If it was said that Zhangsun Wuji's power was not enough, then the King of Wei could be added in. If these two people cooperated with each other, wouldn't it be a very easy thing to fool the King of Zhennan?
"His Royal Highness Taisun is wise."
Everyone present knelt. This matter was basically settled. Isn't Nanzhao peaceful? Isn't it blessed with good weather and a harmonious people? Then we'll find a way to create some trouble for you. Of course, we'll also go with the flow. If the King and the Prince of Zhennan are at peace, no matter how we calculate, we probably won't be able to predict a riot.
If Xiao Yu were here, he would definitely think that Li Xiang's plan was against the will of heaven. The country itself is doing very well, and you have to find trouble for them. How can this be acceptable?
These people are all old immortals who have been educated in Confucianism. It is normal for Li Xiang not to discuss with them.
According to Li Xiang's current thinking, it would be better for me to let my fellow Taoist die than for myself to suffer in the future. It is better to take you down first. What's more, the peaceful situation among their people is a fake, and it will explode sooner or later. Just look at the surrounding temples and you will know.
How could a religion be above imperial power? Right now, the Nanzhao King needed the religious support, so he was praising them highly. When that wasn't needed in the future, the Nanzhao King would probably have a war with these monks, but that war would be even further off. Li Xiang didn't have the time to wait. This was a matter between the Prince of Zhennan and the royal family.
Just when they were discussing this matter, someone came outside to look for Manager Qian. The person who came was someone close to Prince Zhennan, and it was said that he wanted to give Manager Qian a gift.
"Hey, Steward Qian, hurry up and make the most of your time. You might just make a big profit. This is also my order. No one will come after you. If anyone mentions this, have them come to see me in person."
Qian Ping was a little scared at first, but now everyone understands what is going on. If things go downhill in the future, maybe someone will bring this matter up. Now, Li Xiang's words are like an imperial sword. If anyone brings these things up again, it would be disrespectful to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. This is also to show everyone that as long as you work well for us, we will never let you take any risks.
"Thank you, Your Highness. I will be back soon."
Qian Ping estimated that the time was almost up. In the past few days, Li Xiang did not give Prince Zhennan a chance to contact him privately. Instead, he had close contacts with the family of the King of Nanzhao. If Prince Zhennan had any brains, he would probably be unable to sit still in his own palace. It was normal for him to send someone to contact Qian Ping now.
Some things at the beginning were within Qian Ping's expectations. He just sent a batch of generous gifts and wanted to meet His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. But what happened next was beyond his expectations. He didn't expect that the Prince of Zhennan would be so generous as to cut a piece of meat from the territory of Nanzhao Kingdom and offer it to Li Xiang.
"Are you serious?"
Because this matter was of great importance, Qian Ping could not believe the words of a servant alone. This person also knew that Qian Ping must have some evidence, so he took out a letter from his hand. Although there was no signature on it, the individual could investigate clearly and found that this letter was definitely written by the Prince of Zhennan himself.
Qian Ping did not dare to delay in any way. Before Li Xiang had finished his two glasses of wine, and less than an incense stick of time had passed since Qian Ping left, he immediately returned with a handwritten letter from Prince Zhennan. After Li Xiang read it twice, he believed it was true. There was no contradiction between the two sides, so he was ready to cede land for power.
Courageous! Really courageous!
If the Prince of Zhennan were here, Li Xiang would definitely pat this guy on the shoulder and praise him, but the overall plan had just been finalized. After Li Xiang considered it over and over again, even though the price offered by the Prince of Zhennan was very good, Li Xiang was not going to do this.
"Go back and comfort the people he sent. We can't express our stance right now. Even if we want to, we have to leave this place first."
Qian Ping understood Li Xiang's words instantly. When we leave here, King Zhennan still sees no hope, but this letter will definitely reach the hands of King Nanzhao. If you two brothers don't make trouble by then, it will be really hellish.
Of course, Li Xiang also had a very good explanation. The reason why he didn't give it to you at that time but gave it to you later was also for our own safety.
