Li Chengqian, who was indignant about lunch, if he saw the situation in the Liangyi Hall at this time, I am afraid he would not complain any more.

In the Liangyi Palace, Li Shimin, who was already the crown prince at this time, and the eldest grandson, the crown princess, sat together for dinner, and the food was not much more luxurious than Li Chengqian.

After taking over the affairs of the palace, the eldest grandson and princess disbanded the servants of the Qin Palace, and the cook and others were introduced to the palace and directly took charge of the imperial dining room.

The cook, who is familiar with the master's temperament, did not make a luxurious meal, but everything was as usual.

After swallowing the rice with great difficulty, Li Shimin sighed with emotion: "You can't slack off, Guanyin, I checked the treasury when I went to court today, do you know how empty the treasury of the Tang Dynasty is!" It's so empty that you can't even fight a tough battle! ”

This sentence of complaining has appeared for the second time today.

The eldest grandson, the crown princess, put a piece of cabbage in her husband's bowl, and sighed: "The war is over, and all kinds of waste are waiting to be rebuilt. The concubine body has already made the palace economize, except for the Taiji Palace, everything is simple. The national treasury is the foundation of the country, and it is not possible to do without the reserve force to fight a tough battle. ”

Li Shimin nodded and put the last bite of rice in the bowl into his mouth.

Seeing that Li Shimin had finished eating, the eldest grandson, the crown princess, also put down her rice bowl and told the palace maid to clean up and leave.

After a while, Wei Chigong, dressed in military uniform, walked in and knelt on one knee.

Wei Chigong, who was dressed in military uniform, his eyes were blood-red, and his armor seemed to have been specially cleaned, but the smell of blood was still so strong that it couldn't be dissolved, and the smell was disgusting.

Wiping his mouth, Li Shimin asked in a deep voice, "How many have you killed?" ”

Wei Chigong's voice was a little hoarse: "There are more than 2,800 heads in total, and none of the East Palace and the Qi Palace's Mansion are alive, and now there are still more than 500 people in the prison, waiting to be disposed of." ”

Although he expected it, Li Shimin couldn't help but swallow a mouthful of saliva when he heard the exact number.

If you become a big thing, you will die, but more than 2,800 people are indeed a bit too killed.

"Get up, people on the list, are you sure you've killed them all?"

Wei Chigong stood up and replied, "No one is spared." ”

Since the incident was planned, it was natural that a list of killings would be drawn up. Because of the lockdown, as long as it is on the list, no one has been spared.

"Well, take a copy of the list of detainees, and I'll have to look at it. More than two thousand eight hundred, after that, if you can kill a few less, kill a few less! The bloody throne is not comfortable to sit alone. ”

Wei Chigong nodded and didn't say anything. He knew that the Lord was not a sentimental person, and he would not hesitate to kill the killer when it was time to do so, and he didn't need to admonish him.

After saluting again, Wei Chigong turned around and left the Liangyi Palace.

After instructing someone to submit the list to the palace, he can also rest well. From the storming of the Xuanwu Gate, to forcing the emperor to abdicate, to the closure of the city, during this time, none of him and his brothers rested.

Still, it's worth the effort. The king of Qin was named the crown prince and was in charge of the court, although the emperor was entrenched in the Taiji Palace, but he could not last long. The emperor who exists in name only, it is better to abdicate neatly and become the emperor!

Although as early as the time of surrender, it was decided that no matter what official position, he would follow King Qin closely. However, he was also very excited to be able to send King Qin to the throne and obtain the merit of the dragon.

After all, if a family wants to spread its branches, it can't do without a certain height.

As soon as Wei Chi Gong left, Du Zhenglun and Yu Zhining asked to see him.

Li Shimin was just about to leave for a while after dinner, and when he heard Du Zhenglun and Yu Zhining asking to see him, he could only sit down and summon them.

At the same time, he was also puzzled, didn't these two people go to the East Palace to teach Cheng Qian, why did they still come to him?

After Du Zhenglun and Yu Zhining entered to meet him, they sent the paper that recorded Li Chengqian's words to Li Shimin.

"Getaway useless? The saint also has a time to punish the young and upright? Oh, what a mess! However, this sentence of the classics of Sinong Temple is very important, but it is not bad, those who are willing to care about the foundation of the country will become the king of benevolence and righteousness. Overall, this view, while crooked, is not without merit. Yu Qing, what do you say? ”

Yu Zhining stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Actually, what the prince said is not reasonable. Most of the articles have no practical purpose other than to cultivate sentiments. We have all experienced troubled times, and naturally know that only the people are safe can Cathay be safe. The son of the world can see through this truth at a young age, which is commendable! ”

After tasting Li Chengqian's words again, Li Shimin smiled slightly and said: "The reason is reasonable, but I'm afraid that this is just talk on paper, and it's useless!" This kid, I'm afraid, is just lip service. Even if he is lonely, he has been fighting in all directions for many years, and he doesn't dare to say that he really understands the people's feelings. Anyway, having this heart is better than anything else. ”

Casually throwing aside the paper that recorded Li Chengqian's words, Li Shimin sat up straight and asked seriously: "Zhong Mi, among the eighteen bachelors of the Qin Palace, you are a talented learner, and you can be trusted." It's just that you have any suggestions for the candidates for the prince and the young prince? ”

Although they are both responsible for teaching the crown prince, the prince and the young prince are obviously one level higher than the prince's left concubine and the prince's Zhan Shi, and they are not available to the real elite. Even Yu Zhining didn't know how to choose for a while.

After bowing his head and pondering for a long time, Yu Zhining nodded and arched his hand: "Your Highness, Weichen has a candidate in his heart, who can take on the heavy responsibility of the crown prince and prince." ”

"Oh? Who? ”

"Li Gang, Li Wenji."

Hearing this name, Li Shimin frowned at first, and then stretched out after a long time.

Li Gang, to be honest, did not appear in his choice, but thinking that this old minister had gone through two dynasties and died of old age in the second year of Wude, he was a little embarrassed to use it again.

In terms of prestige and knowledge, Li Gang is undoubtedly one of the best candidates. This can be seen from the fact that he was ordered to teach Emperor Yang of Sui and Li Jiancheng successively.

"Although Li Wenji is good, it's just that Lone is really embarrassed to work him anymore!"

Du Zhenglun said with a straight face: "Your Highness's words are wrong, it is a great honor to be allowed to teach the prince, and it is impossible for Mr. Li to shirk it." Besides, the minister looks at the words and deeds of the son, is respectful and polite, and the old gentleman will definitely like the son. ”

Being able to become the enlightenment teacher of the next emperor is a more glorious thing for traditional literati than a feudal marquis.

"Okay, then let's draw up a decree, seal Li Gang, be the prince and teacher, and give brocade."

As Li Shimin's voice fell, there was immediately a accompanying eunuch who recorded it.

At present, although Li Shimin is still only the crown prince, the court situation has been completely controlled by him, and there is only a false name between him and the "emperor".