Zhangsun Shunde had a kind smile on his face as he said seriously, "Duke Dingxiang, it's not that I find it funny or that I'm laughing at you. It's just that your imitation dishes are a joke in front of Young Master Du. "
Li Daen asked, "Why?"
He looked at Du Qi with a puzzled expression.
Zhangsun Shunde said, "The dishes in Chang 'an's number one restaurant are all from Young Master Du's tutelage. The chefs in the restaurant are all trained by Young Master Du's retainers. "
"Really?"
Li Daen's eyes were filled with disbelief. He turned to Du Qi and asked, "Young Master Du, is what General Zhangsun said true?"
Du Qi smiled and said, "It's true!"
After a pause, Du Qi continued, "Since Duke Dingxiang likes it, I'll let my retainers cook for lunch. However, the ingredients for the dishes have to be selected from Duke Dingxiang's residence. Also, they can cook whatever ingredients they have. Many exquisite dishes can't be made due to lack of time. "
Li Daen said, "No problem!"
He was looking forward to it.
Du Qi nodded to Liu Jian behind him. Under the guidance of the palace's attendants, Liu Jian went to look for ingredients to prepare for lunch.
Li Daen said a few more words before changing the topic. "I'm afraid that General Zhangsun and Young Master Du's diplomatic trip to the Eastern Turks won't go well. Because the Eastern Turks are now working with Yuan Junzhang to target the Tang dynasty. "
Li Daen sighed and said, "I'm afraid that your trip won't go well. You might even be in danger of being killed. This mission will be difficult! "
Zhangsun Shunde nodded and said, "Duke Dingxiang's words are reasonable. We've also considered this point."
As he spoke, he looked at Du Qi.
His eyes seemed to be saying, "Erlang, it's up to you. You have to convince Li Daen."
Du Qi said, "Duke Dingxiang, our diplomatic trip to the Eastern Turks will indeed be very dangerous. But even though it was dangerous, he still had to go. Only by successfully sending an envoy to the Eastern Turks could he stabilize the borders of the Tang dynasty. Only after the Tang dynasty resolves its internal conflicts will it be free to deal with the threat of the Turks. "
Li Daen said, "Young Master Du is right."
Du Qi continued, "For this diplomatic mission to succeed smoothly, we cannot do without Dingxiang Junwang's assistance. If we were to rely on ourselves, it would be impossible for us to succeed. "
Li Daen respected Du Qi very much.
Because of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Li Daen didn't treat Du Qi as a child. Thus, he said with a straight face, "If Young Master Du has any requests, feel free to tell me. As long as I, Li Daen, can do it, I will not refuse. "
Du Qi smiled and said, "With Ding Xiang Jun Wang's words, this matter will be easy to handle."
Li Daen said, "Young Master Du, just tell me what you plan to do. In short, I will fully cooperate. Under the current situation, if we can stabilize the border, it will be extremely beneficial to the Tang dynasty and myself. "
A cold light flashed in Du Qi's eyes as he said, "My next plan is actually very simple. We will spread false news to the outside world that there is a batch of army rations that will be delivered to the Gate of Yanmen."
"We will use this news to attract the Turks, and we will fight with them in the Gate of Yanmen."
"It will be difficult for us to fight with the Turks in the northern grasslands. After all, the current cavalry's fighting strength is not enough, and our military strength is also not enough. However, once the Turks enter the Gate of Yanmen, especially when we are in the dark and the Turks are in the open, it will be much easier to scheme against them. "
"My plan is to set up an ambush."
Du Qi said, "It won't be too late to go on the diplomatic mission after we have severely injured the Turks in the Gate of Yanmen. At that time, the Turks will lose their arrogance, and it will be much easier to complete the mission. "
After hearing this, Li Daen praised, "Young Master Du's plan is naturally excellent. However, this is only the general direction. There are too many details that need to be taken care of when it comes to the actual plan. "
Du Qi said seriously, "Duke Dingxiang's words are reasonable. There are indeed many details that need to be settled. However, General Zhangsun and I have pondered a lot on this problem along the way. "
Immediately, Du Qi explained the detailed arrangements.
He explained everything one by one. Li Daen was after all a veteran on the battlefield. After hearing the news, a bright smile appeared on his face.
Du Qi's plan was indeed not bad.
After Li Daen finished listening to the news, the expression on his rough face had completely relaxed. His face was full of praise as he said seriously, "Not bad, not bad! Young Master Du's plan is really exquisite. I believe that we will be able to achieve a complete victory in this battle. "
At this point, a trace of gloominess flashed across Li Daen's face.
He seemed to be somewhat worried.
Du Qi observed his expression and asked, "Duke Dingxiang, do you have any other concerns?"
Li Daen said, "Young Master Du's suggestion is naturally not bad. This Duke also agrees. However, if we suddenly send out troops and even start a war with the Turks, if we do not report this to His Majesty, we may be severely reprimanded by the imperial court. Young Master Du should also be clear that I am a surrendered general and not someone who followed the Tang dynasty from the start. Although my identity is Duke Dingxiang, it is still a little sensitive. "
Du Qi said, "Duke Dingxiang does not need to worry about this matter. With me here, there will be no problems."
Li Daen asked, "Really?"
Du Qi said, "Of course it's true!"
However, the expression on Li Daen's face was somewhat disbelieving. Although Du Qi was extraordinarily intelligent, when it came to mobilizing troops, Zhangsun Zhangsun did not say anything. Zhangsun Shunde did not say anything, but Du Qi took the initiative to speak. This was actually a little inappropriate.
Seeing Li Daen's expression, Du Qi understood Li Daen's worries. However, he had already discussed these matters with Zhangsun Shunde, so he directly took out Li Yuan's command token.
Du Qi said seriously, "Duke Dingxiang, this is the command token that His Majesty personally bestowed upon me, authorizing me to act as I see fit during the diplomatic mission to the Turks. Not only that, with this command token, I can see officials one level higher. "
"Under this premise, I can mobilize the local troops and even command the battle. Therefore, Duke Dingxiang's worries are completely unnecessary. You do not need to worry about being severely reprimanded. "
"I will report this battle to His Majesty."
Du Qi said, "Moreover, after obtaining victory in this battle, Duke Dingxiang will have made a great contribution. With this contribution, Duke Dingxiang's position in the imperial court will be even more impregnable. "
Li Daen was even more shocked.
At this moment, Li Daen glanced at Zhangsun Shunde and finally looked at Du Qi. He seemed to feel that although Du Qi was a deputy in this diplomatic mission, Du Qi's status was actually higher and had the authority of the head envoy.
Li Daen said, "This way, it's settled."
At this point, Li Daen suddenly said, "Young Master Du, in this plan, there can be some slight changes, or perhaps some additions. Because I suddenly thought of something, perhaps we can make use of it. "
Du Qi said, "Please speak, Duke Dingxiang!"
Li Daen said, "Among the concubines in my inner court, one of them is one of Yuan Junzhang's people. Although I knew about it, I never exposed her and kept her in the inner court. This time, we can actually use her to spread the news. At that time, Yuan Junzhang will not be suspicious. After Yuan Junzhang receives the news, he will certainly inform the Turks' Xieli Khan. "
After hearing this, Du Qi laughed and said, "Duke Dingxiang's move is really ingenious. Through this plan, Yuan Junzhang and the Eastern Turks will be more convinced. Not bad, not bad! I didn't expect Duke Dingxiang to have such an ingenious move. "
Li Daen said, "Speaking of which, I also discovered it by chance. Before this, I didn't deal with it. But I didn't expect it to come in handy today. What was previously an unintentional move has come in handy today. "
Du Qi said seriously, "Since this is the case, Duke Dingxiang must be careful and be careful not to make a fool of yourself."
Li Daen said, "This Duke understands."
As the conversation continued, all the details were discussed again. Every one of their faces revealed a joyful expression because everything was discussed properly. Next, they only needed to arrange the execution.
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