Chang 'an City was now covered in snow.
Although the snow on the streets had been cleared, the outside of the city was wrapped in silver. It was white as far as the eye could see, like a world wrapped in silver.
Although the entire Chang 'an City fell into winter, it was still bustling and noisy. It was not affected much because it was the political and economic center of the entire Tang dynasty.
However, Du Qi did not care about these things.
Anyway, he could make money lying at home.
His days passed easily.
On this morning, when Du Qi was resting at home, an eunuch from the palace came to pass a decree. Li Yuan summoned him to the palace for an audience. Du Qi tidied up, changed into court clothes, and went to the palace.
Entering the Sweet Dew Hall, Du Qi saw Li Yuan. In addition, there was also Li Jiancheng from the Eastern Palace, Qin King Li Shimin, Qi King Li Yuanji, Pei Ji, Chen Shuda, Xiao Yu, Feng Deyi, and other important ministers.
The main officials were all there.
After Du Qi glanced around, he stood still and saluted, "Minister Du Qi greets Your Majesty."
Li Yuan nodded and said, "Erlang, I summoned you to the palace for two things."
Du Qi said, "Please tell me, Your Majesty."
Li Yuan said in a deep voice, "The first thing is related to the crusade against Liu Heita. The imperial court has decided that the crown prince will take command and personally lead the three armies to crusade against Liu Heita in Hebei. "
"You are talented."
"Are you willing to go with the army and be in charge of logistics as an adjunct?"
"Are you willing to go?"
There was a faint smile on Li Yuan's face.
The moment Du Qi heard it, he frowned slightly. Because Li Jiancheng was the commander, in other words, Qi King Li Yuanji was also there. With these people, if Du Qi entered the army as an adjunct, he would be surrounded by enemies.
This was extremely unsafe.
Of course, with Du Qi's means, he was not afraid of Li Jiancheng and Li Yuanji. However, Du Qi was not willing to get involved. Moreover, even if Li Jiancheng could win against Liu Heita in the end, there would be many crushing defeats in between.
Du Qi remembered that in this battle, Li Yuanji and Li Shentong had both participated in the battle, but they were both defeated by Liu Heita. In fact, when Liu Heita occupied Hebei, he continued to ally with other people, causing the situation in Hebei to change repeatedly.
After a long time, the entire Hebei was finally pacified.
Du Qi pondered for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, I'm still young and unwilling to go. What's more, this time the imperial army went out to attack Liu Heita. With the Crown Prince's wisdom and martial prowess, plus the Tang dynasty's valiant and skillful warriors, they would certainly be invincible. The army will definitely win, so there is no need for a brat like me to go. "
As he spoke, he glanced at Li Shimin.
At that time, Li Shimin and his subordinates had a discussion, and Li Shimin had decided to go to war. This was because Li Jiancheng might not necessarily win if he went to battle. At that time, he would suffer great losses.
However, looking at this situation, it was clear that Li Shimin had failed. After all, Li Shimin still could not compare to Li Jiancheng. If Du Qi did not intervene in the battle between the King of Qin and the Eastern Palace, then even if Li Jiancheng was not liked by Li Yuan, Li Yuan would still be partial to Li Jiancheng.
After listening to Du Qi's words, Li Yuan did not feel surprised. He nodded and said, "Since that's the case, then forget it. If you don't want to go, then stay in Chang 'an. "
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Du Qi immediately thanked him.
Li Yuan's expression was still the same, not angry because of Du Qi's refusal.
For Li Yuan, he did not need Du Qi to go. This proposal for Du Qi to go was also the Eastern Palace's proposal. The Eastern Palace and Du Qi's relationship was not good. Li Yuan did not refute on the spot, already giving the Eastern Palace face.
After Du Qi refused, Li Yuan did not say anything.
Li Yuan said, "Erlang, the second matter is that We received news from Li Daen. The captives he led have already entered Chang 'an. At the latest, they will arrive in Chang' an by this evening. You used to work together with Li Daen. You can be considered a comrade. Therefore, this time, to welcome Li Daen's offering of captives, you will also be with the Crown Prince. This time, to welcome Li Daen, the Crown Prince, the King of Qin, the King of Qi, and hundreds of officials will personally go to the north gate of Chang 'an to welcome the troops to Chang' an. "
"Yes!"
Du Qi immediately responded.
His face had a happy expression because Li Daen had now finally entered the court.
When Du Qi had returned to Chang 'an from the Turks, after the hailstorm in the north, he had already confirmed Li Daen's reward at that time. He wanted to make Li Daen the Minister of War. This was a position, not low.
With this premise, Du Qi had another pillar of support in Chang 'an. Especially now, when the battle with the Wang family was about to begin. In this battle without smoke, with Li Daen, the Minister of War, there were many things that could help Du Qi.
This was a very good thing.
With these two matters settled, Li Yuan changed the topic, and began to deal with the rest of the various government affairs. Du Qi's official position was low. Moreover, Du Qi did not have any official position. He was only a minor official. He stood to one side obediently, listening to Li Yuan deal with the various government affairs.
It was close to noon when the matter was finally settled.
After Li Yuan had everyone withdraw, he just happened to leave Du Qi behind. This scene also caused the officials who left to sigh in admiration. Currently, in Li Yuan's heart, Du Qi was simply out of the ordinary. Even the princes and imperial grandsons could not compare to Du Qi.
Li Yuan said in a low voice, "Erlang, the matter between you and the Wang family, how is it going?"
Du Qi said, "Receiving Your Majesty's concern, this official is endlessly grateful. This Wang family's family head, Wang Zongzhou, arranged for an attendant to come to Chang 'an's Du family. He reprimanded this kid with a letter, and ordered this kid to go north to the Wang family to apologize. "
"This kid has a violent temper. At that time, I beat up that attendant, and then had the attendant bring a message to Wang Zongzhou. If he wants to fight, then fight, this kid will accompany him to the end. I reckon that this time, the Wang family will make a move very soon. "
Du Qi said, "In short, this kid will counter soldiers with arms, water with an earth weir. I am not afraid of the Wang family of Taiyuan."
After Li Yuan heard this, he stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "You, kid, are really a bold person. You did not get the news, but I did. "
"Starting from Taiyuan, news has already spread all over the sky, saying that you, Du Qi, are a hedonistic son of rich parents, oppressing men and women, committing all kinds of crimes. So much so that at a young age, you drank wine with prostitutes, sought prostitutes, and even tortured a courtesan to death in a brothel."
"All kinds of news have already spread out from Taiyuan, heading to Chang 'an."
Li Yuan continued, "Apart from this, Wang Zongzhou also brought people south and is already heading to Chang 'an. Erlang and the Wang family of Taiyuan have already begun to make their moves. Kid, can you stop them? "
There was a touch of expectation in Li Yuan's eyes.
The aristocratic families were also what Li Yuan wanted to target.
The world had already been unified. The existence of the aristocratic families would only affect the stability of the Tang dynasty. Therefore, in Li Yuan's heart, he actually hoped to deal with the aristocratic families and weaken their power.
However, there were many things now, and Li Yuan did not have such an opportunity.
Du Qi and the Wang family started a war.
It triggered this beginning.
For Li Yuan, he naturally paid attention to this matter, and also hoped to weaken the Wang family through this matter, and even draw out the other families, and then weaken the power of the other families.
This was Li Yuan's plan.
After Du Qi heard this, he was a little surprised. He did not expect Wang Zongzhou to make a move so quickly.
However, Du Qi really did not care about such a method of discrediting. He smiled and said, "Your Majesty, this kid is only twelve or thirteen years old. If I don't become an official, I just do some small business."
"Even if it's discrediting, I don't care."
"What's more, this news has spread to Chang 'an. Naturally, many people know this kid and know this kid's nature. Therefore, some people may not believe it."
Du Qi continued, "In short, this matter has no impact."
Li Yuan said, "Since you've started a war with the Wang family, you must deal with it carefully and go all out. Erlang, I also want to weaken aristocratic families like the Wang family of Taiyuan. Since this matter has happened, you will be the gun in my hand and kill for me. In short, it can ensure your safety and also ensure that I can weaken the Wang family. "
He did not hide it from Du Qi.
Moreover, Li Yuan also believed in Du Qi's vision and could judge, so he simply said it directly.
He treated Du Qi as a junior, but in this matter, he did not treat Du Qi as a junior. Because Du Qi, this kid, could not be looked at with ordinary eyes.
Du Qi smiled and said, "With Your Majesty's words, this kid is even more relieved. Because of this matter, although Your Majesty can't directly appear, this kid also has Your Majesty's support behind me. "
Li Yuan smiled and said, "You're smart, kid."
Du Qi said, "It's all Your Majesty's concern for this kid. This kid is endlessly grateful for Your Majesty's great kindness. Please rest assured, Your Majesty, this kid is not afraid of a crooked shadow. This kid will definitely handle this matter well. "
Li Yuan nodded and said, "Alright, you can go about your business."
"This official takes his leave!"
Du Qi did not stay any longer, turned around and left.
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