The smiley tiger probably refers to people like Li Yuan. He usually smiles all day long, and his face is like a kind old woman. He usually gives generous rewards and tolerant treatment to his subordinates. What is the title of kings and dukes to give land and houses? It is really generous.

However, in the chaotic times at the end of the Sui Dynasty, Li Yuan took action later, but it was the most smooth and the last laugh. This was definitely not a lucky thing. I can only say that Li Yuan was very calm, Li Shimin, Pei Ji, and Liu Wenjing were still persuading Li Yuan to rebel every day. Li Yuan kept saying that he would not rebel, but in fact he had already planned to make plans in secret.

This is a real old fox.

His methods are not inferior to his idol uncle Yang Jian.

Back then, Yang Guang didn't like this cousin, Grandma Li, and tried to find some opportunities to kill Li Yuan several times, but Li Yuan was very smart and escaped. Zhang Chao felt that Li Yuan's vision was very poisonous and his strategy was very accurate. If this kind of person doesn't take action, he would be fatal if he attacked like a poisonous snake.

He had no warning to Luo Yi.

No matter how proud Luo Yi was of great success or no one was arrogant before, Li Yuan never scolded him. But as soon as he touched his bottom line, Li Yuan gave him a trick to the end.

Zhang Chao felt that he had been tricked by Li Yuan.

He was in Taozhou before, and Li Yuan trusted him so much, showing his complete trust. He was a seven-time entourage, a governor, a guru or a governor, and a gift of flags. But in a blink of an eye, Tuyuhun admitted defeat, married a princess and went back, and then ceded a large area of ​​land, promising not to invade each other in the future, etc.

As soon as Tuyuhun's threat was lifted, Li Yuan immediately added Zhang Chao.

It seemed that he had been promoted, but Zhang Chao went to Liangzhou, and Taozhou also appointed several officials, gurus, governor, and governor, and three others. In Taozhou, there was no such situation where life and death were taken away by one person.

The imperial court's control over Taozhou was re-taken.

This move is even more fun than releasing military power with a glass of wine.

But Zhang Chao would forget it, after all, Li Yuan was the emperor, and it was impossible for him to personally support a local vassal state that could not be controlled and restrained. It was necessary for the situation before, and once the crisis was resolved, Li Yuan immediately took action. This is the founding emperor, and this is Li Yuan.

If Zhang Chao had not married a wife, Li Yuan would have probably given him a surname, but directly given him a marriage to him, just like Qin Qiong and Shan Xiong believed in them.

Zhang Chao, no, he should be called Li Chao now.

Li Yuan has set his generation for him, and he is considered to be from Li Chengzong and his generation. Because his adoptive father Qin Qiong is Li Yuan's son-in-law, he is naturally from Li Yuan's grandchildren.

However, Zhang Chao does not need to call Li Yuan’s grandfather, nor does he need to call Li Shimin’s uncle, because although he is listed as a naturalized person, it only means that he is the same clan, and does not mean that he is really a member of the Li family, and he will not have any right to inherit the throne or something.

Li Chao thanked him and stepped down.

He saw Li Shimin smiling at him.

I laugh at you, what's so funny? Even if I'm called Li San, I won't call you Uncle Li Er.

As soon as Li Yuan took action, he first turned Li Yi into Luo Yi and was sent to prison. Then he turned Zhang Chao into Li Chao and took over Luo Yi's official position. This move was really fun.

The ministers in the palace admired the emperor's hand very much.

However, Prince Li Jiancheng looked as if dead.

The emperor dealt with Luo Yi and Zhang Chao in this way, where did he put his face? He had to kill Zhang Chao before, but the emperor had a completely different attitude and praised Zhang Chao to the sky.

What's more, Luo Yi was a powerful foreign aid he had finally won over. Now he has become a prisoner all of a sudden, which makes Li Jiancheng frightened. Is the emperor going to destroy him?

The arrogance on the edge of the Wei River was completely gone, just like a trembling chicken, a chicken with soup.

Li Yuan was also in a complicated mood for the prince.

The deposed eldest son and the young are said to be the source of disaster. Qin II died because it was not the inheritance of the eldest son. Sui also died because it was the deposed eldest son and the young are also said to be the deposed eldest son and the young are said to be the deposed eldest son and the young are said to be the deposed eldest son and the young are. Li Yuan admired Yang Guang's talent and ability, and looked down on Yang Yong's incompetence. But perhaps Yang Yong became the emperor, and the world is still from the Great Sui Dynasty.

But for some reason, Li Yuan is increasingly looking down on the prince now. He always likes to do stupid things, so stupid that Li Yuan wants to cry. You can't be your prince peacefully. I have arranged it well for you. When I kick my legs, you can just take the position.

Li Yuan really wanted to depose the prince, but he couldn't make up his mind.

Hesitate.

Finally, Li Yuan glared at Jiancheng a few times, and then issued an order, Wei Zheng, Wang Gui, Wei Ting and Feng Li, and were shot while lying down. Li Yuan did not deal with the prince, but dealt with the four princes' confidants, each of whom was fined one year for his salary, and his current rank was demoted to one level.

The general under Luo Yi, Xue Wanche, who had previously joined the Eastern Palace, was transferred from the Eastern Palace by the emperor and was changed to the position of the marching Sima of the Longyou Grand Governor's Office, becoming Zhang Chao's deputy.

When every decree was announced, Li Jiancheng's face turned ugly.

Li Yi was imprisoned, and now Wei Zheng and Wang Gui's four confidants were demoted again, while his reliance on the general Xue Wanche was transferred again.

Li San was also very unhappy when he heard the news. Xue Wanche was brave, but he had already joined the prince's party. He was still Luo Yi's old subordinate. He had just put Luo Yi in prison, so Xiao Xue probably wouldn't like him.

Li Yuan finally criticized Li Shimin and Li Yuanji for a few words, saying that they shouldn't join in the fun.

Finally, the trial ended.

The Xiwei Bridge incident ends here.

Li Yuan also left Li Chao in particular.

In a side hall, there were only two kings and ministers. Li Yuan personally poured wine for Zhang Chao.

"Tell me about the situation in Longxi. In less than a year, you changed Longxi, and expanded the territory of 800 miles and brought the Eighteenth Kingdom to pay tribute. I feel very relieved. I asked the Ministry of Works to send someone to Taozhou to inspect the minerals you mentioned. The rewards are indeed rich mines, and the reserves are more than you said. I have decided to send someone to build ore next year."

"You also asked you to build a ranch on the eight hundred miles of Xintuo to raise horses and cattle for the court. This proposal is also very good, and I have agreed. And the concession you mentioned is very novel and I am optimistic about it."

"Sanlang, Luo Yi is arrogant and domineering, and I can't bear it anymore. In the future, the Longyou stall will be handed over to you. You should pay more attention to Taozhou. That's your hard work. Therefore, I have not sent anyone else to you. The Protector Wei Yunqi is your old partner, the Governor Su Dingfang is also your disciple, and the Governor Ma Zhou is also your old subordinate. I believe that they will continue to manage Taozhou according to the tone you set."

That being said, Zhang Chao couldn't really believe Li Yuan.

He left Taozhou, and no matter who stayed, it had nothing to do with him. If he really paid attention and gave guidance to Taozhou, it would be a big taboo.

"Sanlang, Tuyuhun has calmed down, and he doesn't need to be paid attention to for a few years. The real enemy of the imperial court was the Turks. Last time he caught us off guard, we must deal with them. However, before dealing with the Turks, we have to deal with Liang Shidu and Yuan Junzhang first and send you to Liangzhou. I also hope to use your ability to fight Tuyuhun to prevent the Turks and also prepare for the destruction of the Liang Shidu in Shuofang. Once you send troops, you are in the west of Shuofang, it is very important at that time."

"I understand. How can others sleep soundly beside the bed? The capital of the Liang Shidu of Shuofang will be destroyed!"

"Whether you are sleeping soundly on your side of the bed, haha, Saburo, this is a good thing, I like it."

Shuofang is the current Lingwu area in Ningxia, which is the Xitao in Hetao.

The east and front and back covers of Hetao are still in the hands of the Turks, including Mayi and Dingxiang outside Yanmen Pass in Hedong, all in the hands of the Turks.

For the Tang Dynasty, it was not so urgent to recover Dingxiang and Mayi, but it was very urgent to Shuofang and Dongtao. Not only because the Hetao area is fertile, but also because the Hetao area is too close to Guanzhong. Especially the Xitao, it is really outside Xiaoguan and can hit the northwest gate of Guanzhong at any time.

Beyond Xiaoguan, there is the territory of Liang Shidu. From Xiaoguan to Chang'an, there are less than a thousand miles, and there are roads as smooth as the Jinghe Valley.

Therefore, for the Tang Dynasty, only when Xiaoguan is removed from the nail of Liang Shidu, can Xiaoguan be truly safe and Chang'an be truly safe.

Only after destroying the Liang Shidu, the court had the opportunity to go north to clean up the two plains in the east, and only then had the opportunity to truly capture the Dingxiang of Mayi.

The ultimate goal of the court was to drive the Turks to the north of Yinshan Mountains without teaching Hu horses to cross Yinshan Mountains. The Tang Dynasty's defense line was pushed to the Yinshan Mountains, and to build forts in Hexi, Hetao, and Daibei areas, so that Guanzhong and the Central Plains could be safe.

Otherwise, Liang Shidu and Turkic people were near Guanzhong, and they could reach the city of Chang'an in a few days. Who could sleep peacefully?

Among the many anti-kings at the end of the Sui Dynasty, Liang Shi was still alive because he hugged the Turkic thighs tightly.

Li Yuan asked Li Chao about Li Chao's plan to deal with Liang Shidu. Zhang Chao's answer was quite normal. He should rest and accumulate strength, first appease the Turks, wait until everything is ready, and then quickly destroy Liang Shidu in one fell swoop.

The king and his ministers chatted while drinking, and chatted for a long time.

Li Yuan poured another glass of wine for Zhang Chao.

"Sanlang, you have done things under the command of the King of Qin and have worked as a lie in the Eastern Palace. You should have a little understanding of the crown prince and the King of Qin. Now I am very worried and always upset. I have been established as the crown prince for several years. Jiancheng is the chief of the crown prince and work more steadily. But in recent years, I have found that the crown prince has many shortcomings and are worried that he will not be able to control the Tang Dynasty in the future. I can only understand the founding of Shimin and want to establish Shimin as the crown prince, but Shimin is not the eldest. What should I make a choice?"

After saying that, Li Yuan looked at Zhang Chao.

Zhang Chao sucked in the air conditioner after listening.

The emperor actually asked him whether he should be abolished and replaced by a throne. I'm sorry, this is a kind heart. How could he answer such a question? No matter who he chooses, he will be done.

Zhang Chao lowered his head, blue and thin, and shiitake mushrooms.

"Your Majesty, this is not something that I can ask about."

Li Yuan picked up the wine glass and took a sip.

"I asked you to say, just say, today we are the only two of us here, you boldly say that."

"I dare not die. Your Majesty, I am unable to drink and feel a little drunk. Please give me a retreat!"

Li Yuan's face still had that smile, "Okay, I don't ask who you are the prince, just say which one do you like more among my two sons?"

"Your Majesty, I am a minister of the Tang Dynasty, and I am loyal to you and your Majesty."

"I'll ask which prince do you like me more?"

"I'm drunk!"

Seeing Zhang Chao's appearance, Li Yuan waved his hand, "Okay, you're tired too, go back and have a good rest!"

"Thank you, I will leave!"
Chapter completed!