Du Qi greeted Du Ruhui, who had just left the palace, and headed towards Li Yuan's palace.
He entered the main hall and saw Li Yuan, who was getting older with each passing day. The current Li Yuan, because he drank a lot of wine during the day, his cheeks appeared somewhat flushed. But Li Yuan sat cross-legged, revealing a solemn expression.
Du Qi stepped forward and said, "This subject pays respect to Retired Emperor."
"Sit!"
Li Yuan waved his hand and instructed.
After Du Qi expressed his thanks, he sat down and said, "Retired Emperor summoned me, may I know what is the matter?"
Li Yuan said, "Erlang, why do you want to go to the Western Regions?"
When this question was asked, a glint flashed across Du Qi's eyes, and it immediately returned to normal. The smile on his face was very calm, and he said, "Retired Emperor, this matter, didn't I already explain it clearly earlier? The reason why I'm going to the Western Regions is mainly to do business in the Western Regions, to open up the trade route to the Western Regions. "
Li Yuan shook his head and said, "No, this is not your ultimate goal. The Emperor is in high spirits, or he himself, as the Emperor, has too many things to deal with. It's difficult to carefully ponder over his thoughts, and also unable to see clearly in his heart, so he can't see through it. But I feel that you suddenly proposed to go to the Western Regions, but there's another purpose. "
Du Qi smiled and said, "What does Retired Emperor think I have?"
Li Yuan said, "In order to avoid overshadowing the Emperor."
After Du Qi heard it, he shook his head and said, "Retired Emperor, this excuse of yours is actually untenable. The present Emperor is broad-minded, it's hard for ordinary people to reach. Moreover, I merely supported His Majesty, never went to the battlefield, never achieved illustrious military achievements. The only thing I can take out is sponsoring His Majesty with some money. Is this all considered overshadowing the Emperor? "
Li Yuan shook his head and said, "Erlang, previously, when I had just abdicated, I didn't know a lot of things. Gradually, as time passed, a lot of information has already been revealed. "
"Your information has also been completely exposed."
"You once served as the leader of the delinquents, the number one delinquent commander."
"You once supported the emperor and stood by his side. Especially the news that has just been revealed. During the crusade against Liu Heita in Hebei Province, you used the alias Mu Qi to assist the Emperor. You took care of Liu Heita for the Emperor and helped the Emperor resolve the crisis. "
Li Yuan continued, "These matters have gradually been revealed as the Emperor spoke. Don't tell me you don't have outstanding contributions? "
Du Qi was very surprised after hearing this.
He did not expect that this information was actually all collected by Li Yuan.
Li Yuan could be considered to be considerate.
Du Qi smiled and said, "It's normal for me to stand on the Qin King's side. Even if that's the case, the meritorious service that I've rendered shouldn't be considered to be so great that it overshadows my lord. "
Li Yuan said, "How can it not be considered as having great merit overshadowing the master? Under the heavens, who has more money than you, Erlang? Even the Emperor's treasury is empty. They rely on your shops to pay taxes to fill the treasury. "
After a pause, Li Yuan continued, "According to the amount of taxes paid, it's possible to calculate your wealth. So, in terms of wealth alone, who can compare to you? After all these years, I'm afraid that even mountains of gold and silver can't compare to the money you've earned. "
Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor, although this official has money, if I have money, I'll invest it in new shops. How can I have so much money?"
Li Yuan sneered and said, "Kid, you can coax others, but you can't deceive me. When I was the Emperor, there were many things that I didn't understand. Now that I have free time, I can figure it out. "
"So, the biggest reason why you went to the Western Regions to expand your business is that you don't want to be suppressed in the country. At your level, the Emperor will definitely suppress you. Otherwise, with you being so young, just wait a few more decades, what kind of power will you have? "
"The Emperor wants to suppress you, of course, not to harm you. In fact, it's also to protect you."
"The problem is, this is what you don't want."
"So, when you go outside, you can act wildly like you're having fun, tossing and turning as you like."
Li Yuan said, "It's precisely because of this that the Emperor gave you the title of Ping Xi Wang. Otherwise, why do you think the Emperor would give you such a title, let you go to the Western Regions to toss and turn, and even let you govern the territory you conquered? "
After Du Qi heard it, he carefully pondered it, and his expression gradually turned solemn.
The ancients were not stupid.
They were all extremely wise.
Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor, I'm willing to go to the Western Regions."
After a pause, Du Qi said, "Retired Emperor called me here, aside from saying these words, what's your intention? Retired Emperor wants to beat this official, so that even if this official goes to the Western Regions, I can't act presumptuously. "
Li Yuan said, "This Emperor is bored, that's why I beat you. Bastard boy, this Emperor called you here to tell you that the Emperor actually owes you in his heart, because you've made outstanding contributions to the Tang dynasty, and you've made outstanding contributions to the Emperor. All the members of the King of Qin's Mansion in the imperial court have been promoted, and each one of them has received benefits, all of them are high-ranking officials and generous salaries. "
"Only you got the title of nobility and a low-ranking official, this is unfair to you."
"Especially now, you've made great contributions. The Emperor didn't reward you, but let you go to the Western Regions, so you can toss and turn unbridled, do things freely, and don't have to worry about taboo. "
Li Yuan said, "This is what this Emperor wants to tell you."
After hearing this, Du Qi was very moved, and said, "This official can't thank Retired Emperor enough for his kindness."
He didn't expect that Li Yuan would say such words before leaving.
This was an experienced strategy.
It was even more sincere and generous.
Du Qi clasped his hands and once again solemnly bowed to Li Yuan. This was a ninety-degree bow.
Li Yuan stroked the beard under his chin and said with a smile, "Boy, it can be said that this Emperor watched you grow up. Back then, it was because Yin Changqing framed you that you entered this Emperor's line of sight. I didn't expect that in the blink of an eye, you've already grown to this point. This time, it's just passing by in a hurry. "
Du Qi said, "This official's growth is inseparable from Retired Emperor's support and care. If it weren't for Retired Emperor, there wouldn't be today's official. In this boy's eyes, Retired Emperor is not only a high and mighty monarch, but also an elder. "
"Hahaha …"
After hearing this, Li Yuan stroked his beard and laughed.
He laughed extremely heartily.
To be honest, Li Yuan admired Du Qi very much. This boy was a talent. Not only was his talent outstanding, but he also had a breadth of mind and structure, and was willing to consider the common people.
This was the reason why Li Yuan admired Du Qi.
After Li Yuan finished laughing, he said, "With you, boy, these words, this Emperor didn't waste so much of his saliva in vain. Alright, it's not suitable for you to stay here with Us. Otherwise, the Emperor will be unhappy again. Go back. "
"This official takes his leave!"
After Du Qi bowed respectfully, he walked out.
It was just that when Du Qi walked to the entrance of the main hall, he stopped again. Turning around, he bowed towards Li Yuan again and said, "Retired Emperor, this official is going to the Western Regions this time. I don't know when I will return. I implore Retired Emperor to take care of your body. "
After saying this, Du Qi turned around and left.
Li Yuan looked at the departing Du Qi and smiled, but he sighed deeply.
This sigh was regretting Du Qi's talent.
Du Qi was too young.
Such a boy had made illustrious contributions. The Imperial Court could not tolerate Du Qi. As such, Du Qi could only go out. However, Du Qi going to the Western Regions to torment himself was also good. He could truly display his ambitions.
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