hsntnovel Chapter 1660 The Prince’s Suspicion
Chapter 1660 The Prince’s Suspicion
Li Shen's flattery was very useful to Li Shimin, and he couldn't help but laugh:
"Hahaha, what emperor of all time, don't talk nonsense like that next time you go out.
I just fulfilled some unfulfilled wishes of my predecessors."
"Yes, yes, Father, you are very wise." Li Shen flattered him, but he was extremely contemptuous in his heart.
If you want to admit it, just admit it. It's really hypocritical to pretend like that.
"By the way, Old Ten, you also have to do something." Li Shimin suddenly said.
"I don't know what I need to do."
"Don't you have a fleet in the East China Sea? Send people to intercept all the ships from the three countries.
I don't want to see their envoys come to Chang'an, do you understand?"
"I understand, Aye, don't worry, not even a bird from the Three Kingdoms can fly over that sea."
Li Shen quickly replied respectfully, but thought to himself: Are you going through so much trouble just because you're afraid someone will come to you and you'll be too embarrassed to refuse?
In the final analysis, it's all for one's own reputation. One wants both.
Li Shimin was very satisfied with Li Shen's attitude. Although he was a bit messy, he was still able to get some practical things done.
"Tenth Elder, I heard that spices in Chang'an City are beginning to be in short supply, and your Ji Wang Mansion used to sell spices, but now you are collecting spices.
Are you thinking of something crooked again?"
After finishing his business, Li Shimin picked up the teacup, took a sip of tea, and asked casually.
"Hmm? Tenth brother, are you going to do something big again?" Li Chengqian was also a little surprised when he heard it.
"It's not a big deal, Aye, I am a decent person.
The reason for purchasing spices was that something happened to the ship transporting the spices at sea. It was said that it encountered the wrath of the sea god.
All the ships sank to the bottom of the sea, and the spices were probably eaten by the fish.
That’s why people want to buy it.”
Li Shen hurriedly explained, trying to make his words more reasonable.
"Really?" Li Shimin asked with a look of doubt.
His son would never do things so simply.
Whatever you do, it has a purpose.
"Aye, how dare I deceive you, it's absolutely true, more real than gold.
Aye, you also know that there is a great demand for spices in my mansion. Not only does the Ji Wang Mansion need them, but the demand from the Flavor House is even greater.
In addition to the Flavor House, there are also expenses from the palace, and this time the sisters' cups have been added.
If we don’t prepare in advance, we may not be able to supply them when the time comes.”
Li Shen's explanation was reasonable. The demand for spices in Prince Ji's Mansion was indeed great.
Several carts are transported into the imperial palace alone every month.
Li Shimin knew all these things, so after looking at Li Shen's expression, he ignored them.
He didn't know yet that Li Shen had a spice island.
After the discussion, Li Shen stood up to say goodbye. When Empress Changsun asked him to stay for dinner, Li Shen politely declined.
It’s not fun to eat here, I might as well go home and eat.
Even though he was such a big landlord, he still lacked enough food.
Li Chengqian also stood up and left as he had official business to attend to.
"Tenth brother, are you really buying spices just for emergencies?"
On the way out of the palace, Li Chengqian asked Li Shen.
"What else?" Li Shen glanced at Li Chengqian and asked back.
"Haha, I think it's definitely not simple, but since you don't want to talk about it, forget it.
I just hope you don't make any big trouble.
Don't forget that I am the regent now, if the matter is too big, I won't be able to handle it well."
Li Chengqian smiled.
"Don't worry, big brother. Nothing will happen. I am a good noble who abides by the law." Li Shen replied.
Li Chengqian nodded.
"Well, that's good. Tubo will come to the audience in a few days. Aye said that he wants you to participate as well. I will send someone to promote you in advance."
"Alas, I really don't want to get involved in government affairs. There is actually no need for me to get involved in such matters.
I know nothing about this, and I'll just go there to watch the fun."
Li Shen sighed after hearing this. He really didn't want to get up so early.
The two brothers chatted as they walked, and soon left the harem.
"Brother, I will take my leave now. There are still many things to do in the mansion." Li Shen bowed.
"Tenth brother, wait a minute."
Just as Li Shen was about to leave, Li Chengqian suddenly called Li Shen.
"Brother, do you have any other instructions?"
Li Chengqian stepped forward and pulled Li Shen some distance away from the harem gate and the guards.
"Tenth brother, have you sent anyone to investigate the matter in Xizhou?"
Hmm? Hearing Li Chengqian's question, Li Shen raised his head.
"Brother, do you know something?"
Li Chengqian told Li Shen everything that happened in the court last time.
Li Shen wondered if Li Chengqian knew some new news.
Li Chengqian shook his head:
"No, just wondering if you found out anything?"
"Brother, have you heard any rumors?" Li Shen looked around and asked in a low voice.
“The court has been very quiet recently, but it seems that someone is preparing to impeach you, and someone has leaked the matter of Xizhou.
I feel it should be the group of people from the aristocratic families." Li Chengqian expressed his suspicion.
Most of those impeached were from aristocratic families.
“Humph, I know it’s them without even thinking about it. I’m also wondering if they were the ones who did what happened in Xizhou.
The purpose is to frame me.
With the strength of the family, it can definitely be done. " Li Shen snorted.
"Tenth brother, I also know about the affairs of the Ji Wangfu in Xizhou. There must be someone behind this.
And the force should be quite strong, especially since they killed so many people this time.
Apart from aristocratic families, there are really few people who can do it.
but......"
Li Chengqian was a little hesitant when he said this.
"But what?" Li Shen immediately asked curiously.
"Alas, I shouldn't have said this, but for my tenth brother, it doesn't hurt to tell you.
The whole thing was done perfectly, without any leaks, and no one discovered it for several years.
This plan is a good one that kills two birds with one stone. Not only can it collect money, but it can also put your Ji Wangfu in an unjust position.
If it goes well, there is every hope that you, my tenth brother, will be put in jail and punished.
This kind of strategy is not something that ordinary people can do. In the current dynasty, apart from the late Lords Fang and Du, only the Duke of Zhao has this strategy.
All..." Li Chengqian stopped abruptly here, but the meaning was self-evident.
Li Shen was stunned after hearing this.
To be honest, Li Shen thought of everyone, including Duke of Zhao, Zhangsun Wuji.
But in the end, Li Shen still sent Changsun Wuji out. In Li Shen's opinion, Changsun Wuji had motives.
But he didn't have the courage.
Changsun Wuji is a smart man. Now Empress Changsun is still alive. As long as their Changsun family does not make mistakes, the family will naturally grow stronger.
There's no need to do such a dangerous thing.
Moreover, Guo Xiaoke was also a pure duke and had made great contributions. As the Grand Protector General, he was no worse than Changsun Wuji. How could he listen to Changsun Wuji?
This doesn't make sense.