Chapter 580 Li Chengqian’s Family Connection
Changan.

As the Tang Dynasty entered a new state of comprehensive development, the city of Chang’an also changed with each passing day.

The railway tracks have been laid eastward from Chang’an to Yongzhou and Shangzhou, while the western route has been laid to Qizhou and Fengzhou.

The quickly constructed railway tracks not only greatly reduced the time it took for people from the four eastern and western states to travel to Chang’an, but also brought about new changes in the transportation of goods.

Even Dai Zhou from the Ministry of Revenue once proposed that railways be built throughout the territory of the Tang Dynasty.

In this way, the time for people from all over the country to enter Chang’an can be greatly reduced, and supplies from all over the country can also be transported to Chang’an City.

Li Chengqian had already learned about Dai Zhou’s proposal from Su Chen, so he naturally agreed to it without hesitation.

After seeing the power of the train, the ministers in the court naturally would not refuse such a proposal.

As for the villages and fields that the train passes through, that is even easier to deal with.

The Ministry of Works stepped in to demolish all of them and relocated them to other places, providing them with houses and land, as well as partial financial compensation.

Thanks to the caravans heading west and going out to sea, as well as the gold, silver and jewelry that were continuously sent back from the Protectorate of Japan and Su Chen’s conquest of the three kingdoms of Goryeo, the operation was able to be carried out on such a large scale and with such efficiency.

otherwise.

The demolition and reconstruction work alone would empty the Tang Dynasty’s treasury.

“How long have we been away from Chang’an?”

“Almost four months.”

Li Jingheng sighed, “In the blink of an eye, it’s summer again.”

Su Chen glanced at Li Jingheng and said cheerfully, “Isn’t summer good?”

The young girls, all dressed up and cool, it is clearly the best season.

Li Chongyi chuckled, “Of course it’s good in the summer. Not only do the ladies from wealthy families and ordinary girls come out for a stroll, but even the girls in the brothels wear tattered clothes…”

Li Jingheng looked disdainful: “Look at how you hold it in.”

The smile on Li Chongyi’s face disappeared instantly, and he glared at Li Jingheng speechlessly.

Su Chen laughed, “It’s okay, it’s okay.”

“We have entered the territory of Jinzhou. We will reach Chang’an City in a few days.”

“When the time comes, I will invite you to go to Nishang Tower to listen to music and appreciate flowers.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty.”

Li Jingheng and the other person expressed their gratitude.

At this time.

Kodo rode over and said in a deep voice, “Your Majesty, the governor of Jinzhou wants to see you.”

Again.

Li Jingheng and the other man looked at each other and smiled.

Now, they have returned triumphantly, and officials wherever they go have all taken the initiative to come out of the city to greet them, and have tried their best to invite them to rest for two days.

In fact, he just wanted Su Chen to build up some connections so that his future career would be smoother.

“Old rules.”

Su Chen glanced at Li Jingheng and the others.

If I keep stopping and starting like this, I’m afraid I won’t be able to return to Chang’an next year.

……

Da’an Palace.

Tiancai came to Li Chengqian with a smile on his face and said softly, “Your Majesty, there is news from Jinzhou that the King of Side by Side has not stayed and is heading all the way to Chang’an.”

“Homecoming is like an arrow.”

Li Chengqian said cheerfully, “I think it won’t be long before we reach Chang’an.”

Tiancai smiled, bowed and stepped aside.

“How do you plan to receive this great hero?”

“I didn’t think about it.”

Li Chengqian said cheerfully, “Logically speaking, I should go out of the city to welcome you.”

Li Shimin nodded.

In order to show his appreciation for Su Chen and Su Chen’s great contribution this time, it was only natural for Li Chengqian to go out of the city to welcome him.

Li Chengqian: “But, I have thought about it carefully. Instead of preparing those flashy things for him, it is better to give him some practical benefits.”

Li Shimin smiled and said, “Then you really understand him.”

For Su Chen, flashy things are totally unnecessary.

Since Li Chengqian ascended the throne and named Su Chen as the co-queen, what other flashy things does Su Chen need?

As long as he is willing, there will naturally be plenty of people to help him get it done.

“What are you going to prepare for him?”

“Su Chen and Sister Xueyan are in love with each other. If it weren’t for the things happening in Goryeo, their marriage would have been ready.”

Li Shimin nodded in understanding.

Li Chengqian planned to arrange a marriage for Su Chen after Su Chen returned triumphantly.

This is a great joy for any minister.

“However, I hope that Father can help preside over the wedding.”

“I?”

Li Shimin said cheerfully, “Aren’t you afraid that I will say something unpleasant during his wedding?”

“That’s not the case.”

Li Chengqian shook his head, “Father is no longer the same father as before.”

Li Shimin: “Let me think about it.”

“Um……”

“but.”

Li Chengqian looked up at Li Shimin standing opposite him and changed the subject, “Father, are you really going to Shangzhou for a trip?”

“nature.”

Li Shimin’s expression remained unchanged. “Why, are you worried that my leaving the palace will have an impact on your throne?”

“That’s not it.”

Li Chengqian smiled and shook his head, “It’s just that I haven’t thought of the right people to protect my father’s safety at the moment.”

“and.”

“The destination of your trip this time is Shangzhou, which is the nearest transit station to Chang’an.”

“Transit station?”

Li Shimin raised his eyebrows and looked over.

Li Chengqian smiled and said, “Shangzhou is not far from Chang’an, and most merchants coming from the south will stop in Shangzhou to rest, so Su Chen jokingly called it a transit station, and I also think it’s interesting.”

Li Shimin stroked his beard and nodded.

If merchants from the south of the Yangtze River wanted to come to Chang’an to do business, they would naturally have to pass through Shangzhou.

Moreover, Shangzhou is far away from Dengzhou, Jinzhou and other places, but very close to Chang’an, so it is reasonable that most merchants stop here to rest.

This also led to Shangzhou’s prosperity being second only to Chang’an City.

“Shangzhou is prosperous. If Father wants to go and see it, then that’s fine.”

“However, it would be too lonely for Father to go alone, so I have selected some people for you.”

Li Shimin raised his eyebrows and looked at him. He was still worried about him and concerned that he would cause trouble after leaving the palace.

Li Shimin shook his head. “Whatever you want.”

“Changle, Si’er, Weishan, both of you come in.”

“…?”

Li Shimin was stunned for a moment and looked sideways.

Princess Changle walked in with a smile on her face, leading Si’er in her left hand and Li Xiang in her right hand, with little Li Zhi following behind.

“Father.”

“Why are you here?”

Li Shimin looked at Princess Changle and the other three in surprise, then looked at Li Chengqian in front of him, and said with a smile, “Are you planning to let me take them to Shangzhou for a tour?”

“is not that right.”

Li Chengqian smiled and said, “In the past, father was busy with government affairs and had no time to play with us, so I took them out to play.”

“Now, I understand how hard it is for you, my father. Even if I want to spare some time, it is very difficult.”

“So, I thought, since your Majesty is going out to play, why not take Changle and the others with you.”

Li Shimin pondered and glanced at Changle and others, feeling that this was intentional by Li Chengqian.

Changle was his favorite princess. Although she was young, she was very opinionated. Next in line were his beloved Si’er and little Li Zhi.

As for Li Xiang, there is no need to mention him.

The emperor’s eldest grandson!
“I have no experience raising children!”

Li Shimin shook his head, “Xiang’er is still young, it is not appropriate to let him travel with me.” Changle said with a smile: “Father, it is said that playing with grandchildren is one of the greatest joys in life.”

“Now, Father is going to travel to Shangzhou, why can’t he take us with him?”

Li Chengqian nodded and said, “Although Changle’s illness has been cured, it is not good for her to stay at home for a long time. She needs to go out and get some fresh air.”

“As for Si’er and Weishan, they are at the age where they love to play. How could Father have the heart to abandon them?”

“And the elephant?”

Li Shimin said calmly, “Shangzhou is a mixed group of people, and Xiang’er is still young…”

Li Chengqian: “I believe in my father.”

Li Shimin: “…”

Okay.

Is he just becoming a hands-off boss and leaving his son to me?

Li Shimin suddenly had a headache.

“hug.”

Li Xiang staggered towards Li Shimin, opened his arms, and said in a baby voice, “Grandpa, hug me.”

Li Shimin was stunned for a moment, looking at Li Xiang who was staggering towards him, as if he saw the young Li Chengqian.

In just a moment of daze, Li Xiang became unsteady and was about to fall. Li Shimin suddenly stood up and picked up Li Xiang in one quick step.

“Hee hee hee……”

Li Xiang grabbed Li Shimin’s beard and was so happy that he thought Li Shimin was playing with him.

Li Shimin had a bright smile on his face, but when he turned to look at Li Chengqian, there was a hint of coldness in his expression.

But when he saw that Li Chengqian was right next to him, just one step slower than him, he swallowed the scolding that was about to come out of his mouth.

“Father is still as agile as ever.”

“You are too lazy.”

Li Shimin smiled and held Li Xiang in his arms as he sat down, then picked up a piece of cake and handed it to him.

“Thank you, Grandpa.”

“You guys come and do it too.”

“Hmm.”

Si’er and Li Zhi ran over with smiles on their faces.

Li Shimin said in a deep voice: “If Xiang’er travels with me to Shangzhou, I need to arrange for the imperial physician to accompany him.”

Li Chengqian: “Father, please be at ease. I am ready.”

Li Shimin looked at Li Chengqian and was about to say something when he felt a sharp pain in his jaw. He looked over with a grimace and saw Li Xiang happily pulling his beard and playing with it.

Li Shimin was helpless immediately, “Okay, okay, I’ll take them all with me.”

One is Changle, who is in good health; two are the princes and princesses he loves; and the other is his own grandson.

Even if it was Li Shimin, how could he refuse?

“Long live the father.”

Si’er and Li Zhi cheered immediately.

Li Chengqian smiled and said to Princess Changle, “Lizhi, you stay here and chat with your father. I’ll go see how Wang Xuance and the others are preparing. I’ll arrange for you to go out by car later.”

“Thank you, Brother Huang.”

……

“Chang’an!”

“We’re back!”

Ten miles outside Chang’an City, Li Jingheng and the other man couldn’t help but sigh at the majestic city in the distance.

I’m finally back after four months in Goryeo.

“Boost!”

Su Chen said cheerfully, “Let’s go back to Chang’an.”

After a stick of incense.

Kodo rode over and said, “Your Majesty, there are people waiting to greet you.”

“Your Majesty?”

Li Jingheng and the other man looked delighted and couldn’t help but puff out their chests.

“Isn’t it?”

Su Chen lifted the car curtain and looked inside.

as predicted.

There were indeed quite a few officials, both big and small, in front, but Li Chengqian’s flag was not seen.

As the team slowly approached, Su Chen could clearly see the appearance of the people coming.

“Fang Xiang?”

“Prince Laofang has come to greet you personally.”

Su Chen got off the carriage with a smile.

Fang Xuanling said with a smile: “This time the prince swept across the three kingdoms of Goryeo and spread the might of the Tang Dynasty. It is only natural that I will personally welcome him on behalf of His Majesty.”

“Besides that, I have a good news for you, my Lord.”

“What good news?”

Su Chen was curious.

Fang Xuanling said softly: “Your Majesty has also prepared a great gift for the prince.”

Oh?
Su Chen immediately became interested.

Li Chengqian is a reliable guy.

“Your Majesty, please!”

“Prime Minister Fang invites you!”

The two of them walked towards Chang’an, talking and laughing.

As Chang’an City got closer, Kodo and other cavalrymen from the Baishan tribe felt an unspeakable shock and sense of oppression.

It’s like a snake or insect that has just hatched from its shell and sees a divine dragon soaring in the sky.

The overwhelming feeling of oppression made them feel fearful.

At the city gate.

Some people who had gathered to watch the fun started cheering when they saw Su Chen and others coming.

“Welcome your triumphant return, Your Majesty!”

“Welcome your triumphant return, Your Majesty!”

“Welcome your triumphant return, Your Majesty!”

This……

Su Chen looked over.

Fang Xuanling smiled and said, “Don’t misunderstand, Your Majesty. This was not arranged by me. The people in the city came here voluntarily.”

Su Chen smiled and raised his hand to greet the people on both sides of the road. At the same time, he noticed Xu Qizhuang and others standing in the crowd, waving colorful flags in their hands happily and almost rushing over.

Li Xueyan and Xu Hui didn’t come?

Su Chen didn’t care that the two girls were not found, and followed Fang Xuanling into the palace.

Kodo followed behind Su Chen. As for the 20,000 cavalrymen he brought, they were taken over by the people from the Ministry of War.

Walk into the hall.

All the civil and military officials looked over here.

Su Chen saluted: “Your Majesty, I am Su Chen.”

“Good good.”

Li Chengqian laughed and walked down from the dragon throne, helping Su Chen up, “You are finally back.”

“You don’t know, ever since you went to Goryeo, I couldn’t eat or sleep.”

Su Chen smiled and joked: “Then your majesty may be able to sleep now?”

Li Chengqian laughed and said, “Isn’t that right?”

“The three regions of Goryeo are all under the rule of the Tang Dynasty. The people of the three countries are more than tens of millions. They have all become the people of the Tang Dynasty. I can even wake up with a smile when I sleep!”

Hear the words.

Many ministers smiled knowingly.

Waking up with a laugh is inevitable.

What Emperor Yang of Sui failed to do three times, Li Chengqian easily accomplished after he ascended the throne.

Nowadays, everyone is talking about comparing Li Chengqian with the retired emperor and Emperor Yang of Sui.
There were even rumors that many people felt that Li Chengqian was more powerful than Li Shimin, and that he was better at expanding territory and should be a sage king.

(End of this chapter)