As for how to reward Li Zexuan, Li Zexuan had also thought about it for a long time. However, he realized that Li Zexuan was neither short of money nor status. As for his position, this fellow was naturally lazy, and he was even in charge of an academy now. If he was given another position, Li Zexuan would probably quit immediately.
That was why he brought this matter to the Imperial Court. He wanted to see if the ministers had any ideas.
However, Li Zexuan was a new noble who had just risen in the imperial court this year. The speed at which he rose was already unprecedented. How could the officials still think of a suitable reward?
After waiting for a long time and seeing no one speak, Cheng Yaojin could not stand it anymore.
Old Cheng took a step forward, cupped his fists, and said, "Your Majesty, it's not right for me to judge whether the Marquis of Yong 'an contributed to the cholera this time. However, if he didn't take action, my family's Chou Niu might have died because of the cholera! "Therefore, no matter how Your Majesty rewards the Marquis of Yong 'an, I am willing to take out 100 households of land and give it to him as a token of gratitude!"
Boom ~!
The moment Cheng Yaojin's words came out, all the officials in the imperial court raised their eyebrows. In this era, not only did it mean an iron rice bowl, it also symbolized the glory of the family. This was especially true for people like Cheng Yaojin who had been promoted to a duke. Normally, if people of their status had made military contributions, Li Er would not give them a promotion. Instead, he would give them an increase in their food.
Therefore, to them, living in a fief was a military merit, and living in a fief was glory! Cheng Yaojin's repayment to Li Zexuan could not be said to be not generous!
Of course, Old Cheng's move was far from as simple as it seemed on the surface. He was forcing the other officials in the imperial court and also forcing Li Er at the same time!
Li Zexuan saved my son, and I have already shown my sincerity. Do you still have the nerve to be indifferent? Moreover, Li Zexuan also saved your son. As the ruler of a country, don't you boast about being fair in rewards and punishments? If you don't show some sincerity now, how can you show that you are fair in rewards and punishments?
As expected, Li Er's expression changed slightly, and he revealed a contemplative look.
Cheng Yaojin stood up. How could Yuchi Jingde not have the nerve to come out? Without any hesitation, he stood beside Cheng Yaojin and cupped his fists towards Li Er. "Your Majesty, the Marquis of Yong 'an also saved this old official's son. This old official is also willing to take out a hundred households of land as thanks. Your Majesty, please allow it ~!"
The court gradually fell into silence. The ministers witnessed the most absurd scene in history. Two Grand Dukes actually took the initiative to transfer a portion of their territory to another person. How strange!
When Sun Fujia and Zhangsun Wuji saw this, they were about to walk out as well. However, Li Zexuan was one step ahead of them. He cupped his fists and said, "Many thanks to Uncle Cheng and Uncle Yuchi for your kind intentions. However, this nephew cannot accept this gift! Cheng Chumo and Yuchi Baolin are both my nephew's students. When my students are in trouble, as their teachers, I should help them! On a personal level, Chumo and Bao Lin are my nephew's good friends. How can I stand by and do nothing when they are seriously ill?
Even if their illness can only be cured by the thousand year snow lotus on the Heavenly Mountain, I will still step onto the Heavenly Mountain and find it for them! Now that their illness is cured, how can I accept such a generous gift from my two uncles? Then wouldn't I, Li Zexuan, become a vile person who seeks to repay kindness ~? "
"Haha! Good ~! Good lad ~! I, Old Cheng, did not misjudge you! You have enough loyalty! It's a pity that you were born 30 years later. Otherwise, I, Old Cheng, would definitely become sworn brothers with you! "
Li Zexuan had just finished speaking when Cheng Yaojin's large palm landed on Li Zexuan's body. Following that, this old fellow's heroic laughter resounded throughout the entire Taiji Palace!
The ministers in the palace were all speechless. They secretly thought that this old fellow was really shameless!
Zhangsun Wuji rolled his eyes. After a moment, he stepped forward and said, "Marquis Yong 'an is righteous! However, you have saved my son. No matter what, this old man has to express my gratitude. If you have any requests, this old man will try his best to satisfy them! "
Li Zexuan's mouth twitched. He secretly thought that this old fox was really crafty and petty. What did he mean by 'if I have any requests, I will try my best to satisfy them'? He had already boasted earlier. If he were to demand an exorbitant price from Zhangsun Wuji, wouldn't he be slapping his own face?
"Lord Zhangsun is too courteous! Your son is also my student. Saving him is something that this junior ought to do! "
Li Zexuan cupped his hands towards Zhangsun Wuji, and then said in an indifferent tone.
Seeing that his ministers were going back and forth, Li Zexuan also couldn't sit still. Oh, no, it should be that his face was a little embarrassed. After all, Li Zexuan had also saved his son!
"Cough, cough! Alright! Li Zexuan's contribution to the rapid pacification of the cholera could not go unnoticed. This was a matter of the nation, not a matter of a few beloved officials! Naturally, the imperial court should reward him! Li Zexuan, tell me, what reward do you want? "
Li Er, who couldn't maintain his face, coughed lightly and said in a deep voice.
Only then did Cheng Yaojin, Yuchi Gong, and the others calm down and looked towards Li Zexuan.
Bestowing a reward was a form of knowledge. Wasn't wanting a reward also a form of knowledge? Furthermore, the knowledge to bestow a reward was undoubtedly even more profound and difficult to grasp.
Li Zexuan pursed his lips. Actually, when he received Li Er's notice to attend the morning court session yesterday, he had already guessed what would happen. Thus, he had already thought about what reward he should ask Li Er for. At this moment, he stepped forward and bowed slightly.
"Your Majesty, quelling the cholera was not the work of this subject alone. Furthermore, this subject is a Marquis of the Great Tang Empire. Doing something for the Great Tang Empire is also this subject's duty! This subject does not dare to ask for a reward! "
One should be humble when needed. After all, if one was humble, this reward wouldn't run away. Li Zexuan loved to pretend to be a pig to eat the tiger!
Li Er said unhappily, "If I want to give you a reward, you should accept it. When did you become so overcautious? Speak quickly! "
Li Zexuan didn't continue to pretend to be humble. Everything had to be done in moderation. He bowed and said, "Thunderbolts and rain are the grace of the emperor. Logically speaking, this subject should accept whatever Your Majesty gives me."
Hearing this, Li Er frowned. He really wanted to kick this glib-tongued brat. However, he heard Li Zexuan continue, "However, this subject has something to ask of Your Majesty. I would like to take the opportunity to say it today. I hope Your Majesty will allow it!"
This brat had finally returned to his original appearance. Li Er said seriously, "Speak!"
Li Zexuan said, "This subject wishes to set up a medical school in Yanhuang College. At that time, this subject will train medical students together with the Imperial Medical Department. When the time is ripe, this subject intends to open medical schools all over the Great Tang Empire to relieve the suffering of thousands of people. This subject will let the people of the Great Tang Empire be able to treat illnesses and afford medicine! I hope Your Majesty will allow it! "
Silence!
After Li Zexuan finished speaking, the court immediately fell into silence. No one, including Cheng Yaojin, expected Li Zexuan to make such a strange request. Wasn't he wasting the opportunity?
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