The strongest son-in-law of the Tang Dynasty

Some ministers were so happy to hear that Koguryo and Baekje confessed and surrendered to the empire!

Civil servants also need a name. Seeing that it can be solved through diplomacy without using troops, they immediately suggested to Li Er.

Due to the pressure, Li Er had no choice but to let the officials discuss it.

Koguryo and Baekje felt the danger of subjugation, and brought a large number of radishes to Chang'an to visit the ministers.

Since Gaoguli and Baekje confessed and surrendered, some ministers felt that it would have no effect to accept the radishes sent by the two countries.

Just a second, by the way.

Usually, no matter Gaoguli or Baekje, they don't have a dime. It is not easy to receive some gifts.

The opportunity has come, those ministers, who would hesitate.

If you don't take it, you don't take it for nothing, and if you take it, you don't take it for nothing.

"Your Majesty, the empire should agree to the surrender of Koguryo and Baekje, making them vassal states of the empire.

Solving problems without war is of great significance to the empire.Empire and Koguryo War,

It has been nearly two years and a lot of money has been spent.The loss outweighs the gain, please think twice, Your Majesty. "

Pei Ji was the first to stand up and suggest.

Li Er's face was gloomy, and he watched the performance of the officials without saying a word.

Li Er understood Pei Ji's thoughts.

Du He and Pei Ji had an inextricable feud, and if they didn't want Du He to make further contributions, Du He's achievements would definitely be weakened.

Once Du He led troops to destroy Gaoguli and Baekje, the power would rise, which Pei Ji could not accept.

What about the inside story?

Pei Ji didn't know that the imperial army really didn't spend much money to send troops to Gaogouli this time.

Many weapons and equipment were paid for by Du He himself.

Even among the materials seized, Du He sent a lot.

To put it bluntly, this time the imperial army fought against Gaoguli, the empire made money, not militarism.

"Your Majesty, I feel that Master Pei's words are good! It can be resolved politically, so why do we have to meet each other with swords.

The war is not good for the two countries. It will cost a lot of money, labor and troops for more than two years.

Now that the two countries have taken the initiative to admit cowardice, we must support it.Let the glory of the empire shine on the earth, and let other small countries see the sincerity of the empire.

Empire is a benevolent, courteous country, a tolerant country.

In the past, it was true that Gaogouli invaded the empire, but the empire must be tolerant, so there is no need to care about it. "

Another official from Pei Ji's line came up and said.

Damn!

Ridiculous!

He is full of benevolence, righteousness and morality, and he is full of lofty words, which makes people feel very loyal.

Actually?

It's all a bunch of misleading words.

When Gaogouli invaded Youzhou, these people did not stand up and reprimanded them. Now that the empire has the upper hand, they stood up to support Gaoguli.

Are you Han or Koguryo?

"Your Majesty, my minister impeached Du He, impeached him for being a military force, and blindly led troops forward regardless of the suffering of the people of the empire.

Putting meritorious service above the interests of the people is really disloyal and unfilial.Your Majesty, punish Du He for his crime. "

An official surnamed Yang played.

Old Li's face turned even darker.

When discussing diplomatic matters, Du He was involved.

God made a turning point!

But what?

Li Er understood that those who stood up to speak were basically officials from Pei Ji's department.

Next, some officials stood up and asked Li Er to agree to reconcile with Gaoguli and Baekje.

Facing the pressure from his officials, Li Er has a big head.

"Xuan Cheng, you are a direct minister, I want to listen to your heart?"

Li Er asked.

Wei Zheng is a straight man, everyone in the empire knows, everyone knows.

"Your Majesty, the soldiers and horses led by Du He should cross the river at this time! At this time, the imperial court must support the military,

Don't let the officers and soldiers on the front line be distracted and focus on fighting a good war.Like some people's nonsense, I don't agree with it.

If the empire had no strength, would Koguryo and Baekje surrender?Will obediently confess.All of this is based on the strength of the empire,

Under the threat of sabers and spears in the hands of imperial soldiers.Don't forget, in the early years of Zhenguan, how those barbarians on the grassland treated the empire.

Over the years, Gaoguli has been invading Youzhou, plundering what is useless to Youzhou, and robbing what is useless.

This is a very aggressive race, Weichen suggested that since Du He led his troops across the river, let's fight a good fight.

The elimination of Gaoguli and Baekje can have a deterrent effect on other small countries. "

Wei Zheng suggested.

Straight man!

Just open your mouth and hit people.

The faces of the few ministers who had spoken before were red-faced, and they were ashamed.

"Xuanling, tell me your opinion!"

Li Er continued to roll his name.

Regarding the direct descendants and important ministers, Li Er's principles and policies are clear, and he also supports Li Er.

"Your Majesty, I feel that at this time, our empire cannot compromise, and we must go hard.

Du He's army/army won the victory with great difficulty, and they should not give up halfway, but must fight to the end.

That peninsula, regardless of its geographical location or the depth of the empire's defense, plays an important role and must be taken. "

Fang Xuanling said.

A few days ago, Fang Xuanling received a letter from Fang Er, telling the old man that Fang Yiai had been promoted to general through military merit.

For Fang Xuanling, this is definitely good news.

Among the three sons under his banner, the eldest son is engaged in clerical work, and he has inherited Fang Xuanling's steadiness and calm personality in handling affairs.

Fang Er is really not very successful in studying. He has been the prince's companion for several years, but he doesn't see much to learn.

I love armed forces and not literary clothes.

Fang Yiai's failure to study has always been Fang Xuanling's heart disease. Now seeing the rapid progress in the military, I feel happy!

For Du He, Fang Xuanling would definitely support him.

Regardless of his relationship with Du Ruhui or Du He's talent, Fang Xuanling had to support him.

Fang Er was under Du He's command, and was promoted so quickly, would it be possible without Du He's recommendation?

It's not easy to earn military merit, you have to fight on the battlefield, and don't let the chief officer steal the merit.

"Auxiliary machine, can you talk?"

Li Er asked.

There is a little conflict between Changsun Wuji and Du He, but in the face of big right and wrong, Changsun Wuji can still distinguish clearly.

He will not throw stones at Du He because of personal grievances.

"Your Majesty, I support Du He. The imperial army has already crossed the river, and further discussion will not help. The frontline officers and soldiers are fighting,

Desperate for the empire, but our courtiers set up obstacles in the rear.It is not in the interests of the empire and must be stopped. "

The eldest grandson said nothing.

Chapter 266 Argument

Following the rebuttals of several important ministers of the direct line, Li Er's complexion gradually improved and became less dark.

It's hard to be an emperor!

Especially emperors such as Shengjun and Mingzhu need to balance the forces of all aspects and weigh various voices.

Once the officials collectively objected, the emperor did not give up.

At this time, it was the Tang Empire, unlike the Qing Dynasty, where imperial power was highly concentrated.

During the Qin and Han Dynasties, the power in the hands of the emperor was restricted by the prime minister, not what the emperor wanted to do, he could do whatever he wanted.

Li Er needs the support of his ministers to formulate guidelines and policies and introduce various systems.

Once the officials collectively objected, Li Er would also have a big head.

You can't scold all the ministers, demote them all and go home to grow sweet potatoes!

"Your Majesty, I firmly oppose it. The truce is in the interests of the empire. Leave Koguryo,

The three kingdoms of Baekje and Silla can be allowed to contain and restrict each other.The Empire only needs to act as a coordinator,

There is no need to spend troops to conquer.Once Koguryo and Baekje are wiped out, there is only one Silla left, what will be done then.

The empire has a small population and a large area, enough for the common people to plant, so there is no need to open up borders and split soil. "

University scholar Yu Zhining stood up and said.

"Your Majesty, I also feel that what Lord Yu said is in line with the interests of the empire. The empire now has a population of more than 4000 million,

Just ensure that the Central Plains is not chaotic and develops steadily.Over the decades, it will get better and better.Now the empire is not rich,

Should not go to war.Now that Gaoguli and Baekje have surrendered and confessed, give the two countries a chance.

The empire cannot be beaten to death with a single stick. That is not in the interests of the empire, and it is inappropriate to waste money and people. "

Cen Wenwen stood up and said.

Two Grand Scholars in a row spoke, and all of a sudden the officials started talking to each other again.

Both of them are the prince's masters, and they are also leaders in Confucianism.

The ministers stood up one after another and persuaded Li Er to reconcile with Gaogouli and Baekje and establish a relationship with the country.

That anger in Li Er's heart!

"Master Kong, do you mean that too?"

Li Er asked.

More than a year ago, Kong Yingda was severely criticized by Li Er and told him to go home and reflect.

In the past year, Kong Yingda has changed a lot. He has devoted himself to studying and revising Confucianism so that it conforms to the development of the Tang Empire.

Of course, it was Du He's suggestion that made Kong Yingda change.

Du He told Kong Yingda that if Confucianism is to be passed on, changes must be made, and Confucian classics must be revised to conform to the development of the times.

To put it simply, the good essence remains, and the unsuitable parts must be corrected to adapt to the progress of the times.

"Your Majesty, I am opposed to reconciliation with Gaoguli and Baekje. Everyone understands the truth that you will not die if you beat a snake.

Gaoguli is like a ferocious wolf. Once his injuries get better, he will deal a fatal blow to the empire at any time.

Now that the empire has defeated Yalujiang and can destroy Gaogouli in one fell swoop, why not completely solve the future troubles.

Whether it is Gaoguli or Baekje, they have always been divisive towards the empire, and they are not sincere at all.

Du He once said well that the strength of the empire depends on the bows, arrows and sabers in the hands of soldiers.Within the range of soldiers' bows and arrows,