This night, Chang'an is destined to have many people who can't sleep. And Yuan Tiangang, who has just come back less than twelve hours, is one of them.

Whether there are 'bad people' with or without Yuan Tiangang is definitely two kinds of efficiency. It's not that Gonggong Gao's ability is not good, but because when Yuan Tiangang was leaving, he had an order. When he was not in Chang'an, important news was archived and waited for him to come back to deal with it. And the news reported to Gao Gonggong every day is all commonplace, and it is basically just a collection of rumors on the streets and alleys.

Yuan Tiangang did this out of selfishness.

He wants to make Li Shimin aware of his role, so that Li Shimin will rely on him more. If there is no difference between the 'bad people' and the 'bad people', then there is no difference between his existence and his existence.

Could it be that the emperor really needs a fortune teller?

Yuan Tiangang doesn't think so.

If they believed in their fate, the Li father and son would not have rebelled against the former Sui. It is because of not believing in fate that they will change their lives against the sky. Li Yuan is old and his edge has passed, but Li Shimin is in the prime of life, and his edge is exposed. Holy Monarch, don't be humiliated, if you insult his IQ, what he wants is your life.

Therefore, Yuan Tiangang is absolutely loyal to Li Shimin, at least for now, and does not dare to have the slightest disdain.

Yesterday, I met with Li Shimin, and the monarch talked about the treasure, and Li Shimin assigned a new task to Yuan Tiangang, which was mainly divided into three parts, one was Wei Zheng, the second was Li Mu, and the third was to continue to investigate and build the matter of the widow.

Wei Zheng's main purpose is to explore the relationship between him and the Zheng family, and how deeply the Zheng family and the Shandong Shi clan are involved now. This is about Li Shimin's final decision.

On Li Mu's side, Li Shimin's order was to watch him, if he poked the big basket, he would pass the news one step earlier, so that he would not be unprepared and caught off guard.

If you build a posthumous son, there is only one word, kill!

Yuan Tiangang received the order, returned to the Qintianjian Underground Palace, and read a page of the archive. I learned about the things that have been gone for the past two months. It was early in the morning that he fell asleep, and when he woke up, he had his subordinates report that Li Mu had made a moth again.

Subsequently, news came one after another. Including the meeting between the eldest grandson Wuji and Wang Qi, Yuan Tiangang knew about it.

He didn't dare to slack off, and in order to show his role, he entered the palace through the secret passage overnight and told Li Shimin about the matter. Because of this, Li Shimin was not surprised at all when he received the folds of Wang Qi and the eldest grandson Wuji. They suffered losses, but they could not say it clearly in the court meeting, so they could only express their dissatisfaction in a recurring way.

What surprised Li Shimin was Li Mu, who even wrote a twist and turn for the first time. Originally, Li Shimin was quite worried about how Li Mu would get through this difficulty. But after watching his recital, Li Shimin's heart relaxed.

Li Shimin put the three parts in front of him, looked at it again and again, beckoned, and Gonggong Gao came over: "Your Majesty, do you have any orders?" ”

"Go to the Ministry of Officials and Menxia Province, and summon Uncle Guo and the servants to come over."

"No."

Gonggong Gao answered, came to the gate of the hall, and gave two orders to the little eunuch waiting outside. Not long after, Wang Qi and the eldest grandson Wuji came back and forth. At this time, there is no lower value. The Ministry of Officials and Menxia Province are all in the Imperial City, not far from the original.

The two looked at each other at the entrance of the hall and gave each other a look with tacit understanding. The meaning of this look is an agreement. Wait a while, no matter what, you can't let go. Now that the fold has been handed over, it is time to tear your face, and there is no way out.

"See Your Majesty."

When the two saw Li Shimin, they saluted in unison with solemn faces.

Li Shimin saw the two of them and said to Gao Gong: "Come on, give me a seat." ”

Father-in-law Gao asked someone to move two brocade piers over, and the two thanked them and sat down. I am even more sure in my heart, Li Shimin is going to discuss, otherwise how can he meet and give a seat?

"I've already read the two Aiqing's playbooks. This matter, in the final analysis, is Li Mu unreasonable, and I can't protect him. I asked you to come over to tell you. In this matter, I agree with your idea, I will stop Li Mu and ask him to stop the loan for a while. ”

The two were stunned, and agreed so easily?

Before they entered the hall, they were all mentally prepared, thinking that even if Li Shimin was forced to agree under pressure, they would inevitably have a mouthful. But I didn't expect it to be so smooth. The feeling was like a punch to the cotton, the force was too great, and the shoulder was dislocated.

Worried that Li Shimin would regret it, the two quickly stood up and said, "Your Majesty's sage is comparable to the sun and the moon, and the ministers admire it so much." ”

Li Shimin smiled, motioned for the two to sit down, and said: "I just talk about things, taking advantage of reason is taking advantage of reason, not taking advantage of reason is not taking advantage of reason, I lack money inside, and I can't blame you." It's a favor for you to help, and it's your duty not to help, it's not a crime," after a pause, Li Shimin asked with a smile: "...... Right? ”

As soon as these words came out, both of them had a sudden shock in their hearts.

This is not right, could it be that His Majesty has a pimple in his heart?

Yes, Li Mu is the Minister in charge of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and what he does will inevitably get His Majesty's approval first. Your Majesty has lost face, how can he be happy?

Wang Jue's face changed a little, and the eldest grandson Wuji, his forehead was already sweating.

In this matter, the positions of the eldest grandson Wuji and Wang Qi are similar, but they are different.

Wang Qi is the spokesperson of the gate valve, standing on the opposite side of Li Shimin, it is understandable, and everyone knows it. And the eldest grandson Wuji is a nobleman, and the honor and disgrace of the nobles are all tied to the word 'holy family', if because of this incident, there is a gap in Li Shimin's heart, then it is better not to hand over this book.

In an instant, the eldest grandson Wuji regretted it a little. Wang Jue, on the other hand, is worried about retaliation. After all, in this world today, no matter how powerful the lord is, it is not as great as the imperial power. If Li Shimin is really provoked, it is not impossible for the sword and axe to be added.

The two were about to explain, when Li Shimin spoke again: "This matter is so decided, and I will issue an order to reprimand Li Mu." But before that, I still have a copy of his performance here and I can't make up my mind, both of them are my ministers, you can all take a look, so you can give me some advice. ”

After that, Li Shimin handed Li Mu's copy of the fold to Gonggong Gao, who held it and came to the two to show them.

Wang Jue and Eldest Sun Wuji looked at it carefully, and as soon as they were halfway there, their expressions froze on their faces.

Vile!

The same word came to the minds of the two. Li Mu, this kid, how did his head grow, and he could even come up with this kind of poisonous trick from the bottom of the kettle?

I saw that in Li Mu's recital, the four big words 'salt and iron franchise' suddenly appeared. That's what he said, he Li Mu didn't read much, he used to talk and do things, he didn't have rules, he said whatever he wanted, most of them were nonsense. After he read through the historical records, he reflected on his words and deeds and found many mistakes.

One of them is the proposal to establish Datang Salt Industry and Datang Mining. It is recorded in the "Historical Records" that since the Qin and Han dynasties, the state has implemented a monopoly on salt and iron. Later generations have followed suit, which shows that the national policy of this salt and iron monopoly has been tested. It is the foundation of the country, which cannot be shaken, and it cannot be left to the hands of others.

Before, he was confused and made wrong suggestions, but now that he has found a mistake, he must correct it. Fortunately, Datang Mining and Datang Salt Industry are not yet on the right track, and they have not invested much money, and the money for subscribing for shares is also stored in the ice cellar of the Ministry of Industry, which can be returned in full. As for the various losses incurred during the period, Li Mu plans to bear it with all his might, and use his personal winery profits to make up for the losses of all parties.

In other words, everything that was said before is invalid. He wants to take back the right to operate salt and iron and return it to the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Threat!

Shameless!

The two of them couldn't wait to call Li Mu over immediately, and slapped the contract they had made at that time on Li Mu's face. But the two also knew that since Li Mu was on this script, he had the same idea as them, and he did not hesitate to tear his face.

Tearing his face, whoever loses and who wins is all in Li Shimin's thoughts. As for what kind of contract, I don't want my face, and I still care about this?

So who will Li Shimin be directed towards?

Listening to what you just said, can't you guess?

Li Shimin seemed to smile and asked, "Two Aiqing, do you think what Li Mu said is reasonable?" ”

The eldest grandson Wuji glanced at Wang Qi and wanted him to speak first. How willing Wang Qi was, his eyes drifted to the temple beams, as if he had nothing to do with this matter.

The eldest grandson Wuji secretly scolded the old fox, and had to speak: "Your Majesty, the minister thinks that Li Mu's words are very wrong. He was the one who proposed the establishment of Datang Salt Industry and Datang Mining before, and although we had doubts at that time, we all restrained ourselves and supported him wholeheartedly. Now that he is confused, he can't figure it out, it's too child's play. ”

Li Shimin pointed to the fold and said, "Didn't you look carefully?" Li Mu didn't think about it in a daze, people said, take out the profits of the winery to plug this hole, not only repay the principal, but also pay the interest. I think it's reasonable, you don't lose anything. ”

That's not earning!

The eldest grandson Wuji was so angry that he couldn't wait to shout.

Everyone wasted so much energy, held back so much anger, and was led by the nose by a seventeen-year-old child for half a year, isn't it all for the windfall profits of salt and mines? If it's not for profit, will I play with you?

Li Shimin's words are clearly biased. How can this be reasonable, turning his face with Li Mu, the eldest grandson Wuji has nothing to dare to, but he will never dare to turn his face with Li Shimin.

In this situation, Wang Jue also knew that the general trend had gone. vented countless grievances, gritted his back molars, suffocated back into his stomach, squeezed and squeezed, and finally squeezed out a stiff smirk, pretending to be a peacemaker, stopped the eldest grandson Wuji, and said: "Uncle Guo is not angry, the age of Zhulu Hou is still young, and the way of faith and righteousness must not be very thorough." As his elders, we should guide him a lot. In this way, the old man went on a trip to persuade him to change his mind and give up this wrong idea. ”