"The Emperor's eldest grandson, Li Xiang, is exceptionally intelligent. His strategy for pacifying Goguryeo is practical and effective. He is truly a role model for our descendants of the Li family. He was granted the title of Prince of Chengping, a government office, land, silver, a fief of 8,000 households, and a garrison of 800 soldiers..."
The eunuch Wang Degong's duck-voiced voice was heard, and the emperor had someone who was specifically responsible for writing imperial edicts, and the reward for Li Xiang was very generous.
According to the rules of the Tang Dynasty, the emperor's grandson could be granted the title of a prince at a certain age, but it was basically just a title. He could not establish a government office, nor would he receive any other rewards. However, what was given to Li Xiang at this moment was a real prince.
Many ministers were sighing when they heard the amount of rewards, but the two prime ministers heard a different meaning, which was that the emperor would not depose the prince.
An ordinary prince has a fief of 8,000 households?
Stop joking. Even some of the old brothers who were canonized during the Li Yuan period all had 5,000 households. This one with 8,000 households is almost catching up with the prince. If you check the ancestral system of the previous dynasty, this should be the treatment of the crown prince.
The treatment of the crown prince is one level higher than that of ordinary princes, and the treatment of the crown prince's grandson is also higher than that of ordinary grandsons of the emperor.
"Thank you, thank you..."
Li Chengqian was almost in tears at this moment. An incense stick ago, he was on the verge of losing his position as the crown prince. Now that his son has received such a great reward, I will finally not be deposed. Let's see who of you dares to look at me through the crack of the door. I am useless, but I have useful sons, the second, third, sixth and ninth sons. Haha, I can't beat you, but your eldest nephew is very capable. He can even solve such a difficult problem as Goguryeo. You guys just wait to grow white hair!
Seeing his silly son still standing there in a daze, Li Chengqian pushed Li Xiang down. What if he behaved improperly in front of the emperor again? This thing wouldn't even be warm before it was taken away! The Eastern Palace was swamped with debts. How could a child spend money? As a father, I had to use it to pay off the debts. It couldn't just disappear like this.
"Grandson, thank you..."
Li Xiang was just about to express his gratitude when he suddenly saw Li Tai next to him dodging backwards. How could this be possible? In this day and age, you have to accept defeat when you lose. Since you were looking for trouble just now, you have to pay the price for your actions now. Do you really think you can get away with it by just taking a step back?
"I see. As an elder, how can you take his things?"
Li Shimin could see clearly from a high place. Although Li Xiang did not say anything, his eyes were fixed on Li Tai. Li Tai had already agreed in front of so many people just now. How could he give you the opportunity to cheat now?
"Father, this jade pendant is extremely important to me. I am not someone who covets wealth and fame, but this jade pendant was personally designed by my mother. Whenever I wear it, I am reminded of her deep love for me..."
Li Tai was also quite the actor. Everyone knew the Nine Dragon Jade Pendant was the symbol of the Wei Palace. If he gave it to Li Xiang, everyone would think the Wei Palace was doomed. Who would still want to follow him? So he brought up the late Empress Zhangsun, and his words were filled with tears.
Hehe, no matter what happens, just bring up your mother, it always works. You kid is still young. Li Tai saw that Li Shimin's eyes had lost their luster, and he immediately knew that the jade pendant was saved.
Li Xiang certainly knew the position that Empress Changsun held in Li Shimin's heart. If Prince Wei Li Tai had spoken of something else, Li Shimin probably wouldn't have let him off. After all, Li Tai was Li Xiang's elder, and it wouldn't have been right for him to lose something on the side of a younger man. But if he were to talk about Empress Changsun...
"Forget it, forget it. I understand. This item was indeed left to your second uncle by your royal grandmother. It's really hard to give it to you. But besides this, you can pick ten other items from the Prince of Wei's mansion. Qingque, you must not stop me."
Qingque was the nickname of Li Tai, the King of Wei. After Li Shimin said this, he could only accept it, but his face was distorted with heartache. Ten things... This is going to kill me. Li Tai raised many scholars to build up his momentum and worship Mengchangjun. His expenses were no less than that of his naughty elder brother.
Beep…
The item, the Nine Dragon Jade Pendant, is a treasure worth five million strings of cash and can be exchanged for five billion points. When the mall opens in the future, the points can be exchanged for physical items.
Suddenly, a voice appeared in Li Xiang's mind: Five million strings of cash!!!
Li Xiang knew the prices of goods in that era. One penny could buy three kilograms of rice. A first-rank official only earned eleven strings of cash a month, or eleven thousand coins. So this jade pendant was actually worth five million strings of cash...
The most important thing is that the system mall has not yet been opened. Based on Li Xiang's previous experience reading novels, these 5 billion points are definitely not a small number. Unfortunately, I have missed it now. No, if I can't get it the right way, I will try a crooked way...
"Don't be too sad, kid. I am also responsible for this matter. I didn't stop you and your uncle from making a bet. Pick two things from my bedroom!"
Li Shimin was somewhat disappointed to see Li Xiang kneeling with his eyes staring straight ahead. He thought the child was having a tantrum, so he compensated Li Xiang with two things. Moreover, Li Shimin was the middleman in the bet. Now that Li Xiang had won, he did not get the prize he should have gotten. In his heart, he really felt sorry for Li Xiang. Solving the problem of Goguryeo was a great achievement. The whole court had been discussing it for a month, but they did not expect that this kid could solve it.
"Thank you, Grandpa Emperor."
Although he missed out on the Nine Dragon Jade Pendant, the things in the emperor's bedroom must be very valuable.
Beep…
The mission to secure the crown prince's position was a success...
The reward is three thousand Snow Dragon Riders and ten brave cavalry guards, which the host can take out at any time in the system space.
Obtained the title of Prince.
The reward is 10,000 Qin archers and General Wang Jian, which the host can take out at any time in the system space.
Rewards: The mall is open, points are the mall currency, you can get points by completing tasks, killing enemies, and exchanging them for real money, one penny for one point.
The reward is physical enhancement, which can replace the physical strength and speed of ten people.
Li Xiang didn't expect that after becoming a prince, he would actually open the system mall. Unfortunately, he didn't have time to look at it now. He would study it slowly when he got home. However, he could feel the strengthening of his body instantly.
When Li Xiang raised his head, Li Shimin had already walked down from the throne.
"You still need to study hard. You can skip the morning court, but you will attend the grand court. I will test your knowledge regularly, so don't slack off."
Li Shimin patted Li Xiang's tender shoulders, his eyes full of kindness. It was obvious that he had recognized Li Xiang's ability at this moment, and he was also prepared to personally teach this grandson in the future, and train him as one of his heirs.
"After you return, you will reflect on your mistakes behind closed doors. You are not allowed to leave the palace without my permission. Li Xiang can transfer any official of the Eastern Palace."
When looking at Crown Prince Li Chengqian, Li Shimin's eyes no longer had any kindness. If you hadn't given birth to a good son, you would have lost your position as crown prince by now.
"Thank you, Father."
Li Chengqian was soaking wet. He understood what had happened. The one who just crippled you was missing a single "you" in his name. Fortunately, his son had saved the day. Why hadn't he seen this kid's abilities before? He'd stay in the Eastern Palace. He hadn't gone out before anyway. But now that his son had made it, he had to change. He couldn't ruin his future.
Li Chengqian knew how this opportunity came about. Things would not be the same as before. His father's patience with him had been exhausted.
Although Li Xiang said that he had discussed the strategy to pacify Goguryeo with his father, all the civil and military officials in the court were not fools. That was just an excuse and no one would really care about it. It was almost a consensus that Crown Prince Li Chengqian was a waste.
"Dismiss the court."
After Li Shimin left, all the civil and military officials in the court breathed a sigh of relief. If it weren't for Li Xiang, it would have been extremely difficult for them to get through today. The people had many complaints about the Eastern Expedition to Goguryeo. If they were not resolved, they would accumulate and would definitely lead to a major disaster.
The ministers also understood that after questioning the princes, they would definitely ask them. If they could not explain it clearly, they would probably be stripped of their titles and dismissed from office. At this moment, Li Xiang was actually saving them.
"Your Highness..."
Li Xiang was just about to help his father up when he looked back and saw that the Prime Minister of the Tang Dynasty, Fang Xuanling, was already beside him.