It was not only Li Xiang who figured this out. Prince of Jin Li Zhi also figured this out. When Li Zhi stood up and spoke, the other princes realized it later. However, if they stood up now, it would seem a bit artificial, and they would not be able to leave a good impression on the emperor.
In fact, Li Zhi didn't understand what was going on at the beginning, but he knew that he had to follow what Li Xiang was going to do. At least in the past month, he had observed that Li Xiang had never suffered any loss in anything he did. If he didn't follow, he would definitely be on the side that suffered losses.
"You don't usually seem like someone who wields swords and spears, but I didn't expect you to be able to share my worries at a critical moment. If that's the case, you two, uncle and nephew, will go to the battlefield together. But remember one thing: you are only here to learn. You can only boost morale, not participate in military command. Everything must be done under the command of the two generals. Do you understand?"
Li Shimin was not a foolish ruler. He naturally knew how embarrassed his son and grandson would be on the battlefield. In addition to sending troops to protect them, it was very likely that it would also affect the war situation. So in front of all the officials, Li Shimin first took away the power of his son and grandson. Once they arrived at the front line, you will just be spectators, and everything has nothing to do with you.
Qin Qiong and Cheng Yaojin also breathed a sigh of relief. Since ancient times, royal family members have stayed in the capital. Let alone going to other places to fight, even if they just went out with their names on the list, it would bring huge trouble to the local officials. They didn't want to think about taking two outsiders to fight. Li Xiang was easier to deal with, after all, he was a reasonable man. Li Zhi had never left the capital and had never cooperated with other ministers, so these two were a little unsure.
After hearing what the emperor said, the two knew what to do. They would try their best to keep the two princes in a safe place and keep them with them when a war broke out, so that they could broaden their horizons. Did they really expect the prince and grandson of the emperor to go to war?
The big thing was decided, and everyone present went back to prepare. Li Xiang was delayed for a while because he had to hand over money to the officials present. When Li Xiang wanted to leave, Wang De had already arrived next to Li Xiang.
"I haven't seen Eunuch Wang for a while, and he looks better than before. What good medicine did he take? I'll get him a couple of sets later."
Wang De likes people to praise his health the most. Li Xiang has known this for a long time, so he knows how to talk to him.
"The old mountain ginseng that His Highness sent is truly a treasure. I have been drinking it in water as His Highness instructed, and I have been feeling very energetic these past few days."
Speaking of this, Wang De also wants to thank Li Xiang. In the past, when he worked beside Li Shimin at night, he would feel groggy when he woke up in the morning because he did not get enough rest. However, after receiving the old mountain ginseng sent by Li Xiang, his condition became much better than before.
At Wang De's age, he wanted to have some rest, but he also didn't want to be exploited by other young eunuchs. You have to know that eunuchs in the palace are not fools. As long as you are not careful, it is very likely that someone will take your place. By then, it will be too late to regret. So even if your body can't bear it, you have to grit your teeth and persevere. Once you lose the emperor's favor, you will find a corner and wait for death! There is no emotion to talk about here.
"I still have two of those things. I'll have someone send them to you later. Eunuch Wang, are you here to personally inspect them? We won't miss out on the court's money."
Li Xiang said this jokingly, and Wang De thanked him again. Wang De knew that Li Xiang was different from others. Others would send something to you after they said it, and basically forget about it, but as long as Li Xiang said it, he would fulfill it.
"Your Highness, what are you talking about? How could this old servant have such courage? The Emperor ordered me to come here. After Your Highness and the Ministry of Revenue officials finished handing over, the Emperor was waiting in the Imperial Garden."
Wang De said with a smile that it was already time for lunch and the emperor had lunch sent to the imperial garden. It was obvious that he wanted to have lunch with His Highness.
Li Xiang gave a few instructions to his subordinates, and then followed Wang De to the Imperial Garden. The imperial palace of the Tang Dynasty was vast. Although Li Shimin emphasized frugality, it was built by Emperor Yang of Sui, so it also looked magnificent. In addition, huge sums of money were spent on renovations during the Li Yuan era. After all, the imperial palace was an imperial palace. Even from Li Xiang's modern perspective, it was an exquisite royal palace.
"Greetings, Your Highness."
When passing the corner gate of the Imperial Garden, five or six beautiful women in palace dress stopped in front. These people should be palace maids.
If it were the later dynasties, Li Xiang would have to avoid suspicion, after all, these people were Li Shimin's women, but the society of the Tang Dynasty was more open, so Li Xiang could stride forward.
Li Xiang himself didn't know that his first meeting with Wu Meiniang just passed by like that. There was no one to introduce them, and Wu Meiniang also lowered her head at the time. In addition, Li Xiang had no other thoughts about women at that time, so the Wu Meiniang that the other protagonists enjoyed was just passed by Li Xiang.
"Grandpa, what are you preparing here? This table is good enough for even ordinary landlords, not to mention the rich and powerful. I know our treasury is broke, but we're not that poor, are we?"
After arriving at the pavilion in the Imperial Garden, Li Xiang didn't know what to say when he saw the dishes on the table. Not only did they taste bad, there wasn't even a bit of meat. From the perspective of modern society, this was really a bit too health-conscious.
"You kid, come and have a meal with me. This will allow you to endure some suffering. Once you really get to the front line, the suffering there will be even greater than here. I see that you have something to say in the court. You will not be satisfied with just going to the front line, right?"
Li Shimin pointed to the seat next to him. He had already seen that Li Xiang had something to say in the court, but in front of everyone, Li Shimin was not sure what Li Xiang meant, so he called Li Xiang here after the court was adjourned.
"Grandpa, nothing can be hidden from my eyes. I also want to make great contributions to Grandpa. Don't I want to lead troops? I heard that the Zhechoufu in our border areas have been abandoned for years. Otherwise, Grandpa, give me two people to train the troops. I promise that it won't cost the court a penny. When I return from the south, these places will be fully staffed."
Li Xiang knew where to start. As long as it didn't cost money, Li Shimin would definitely agree.