bastard seizes tang

Chapter 668
The winter of the 14th year of Zhenguan seems to be a bit quieter. Both the court and the courtiers are much more peaceful than in previous years, but everyone knows that the so-called tranquility is just an appearance. move.

But no matter what, time will always pass. Once the winter of Zhenguan 14 years passed, the spring of 15 ushered in. At this juncture, Wei Wang's mansion worked hard, and Li Shimin's long-awaited "Kuo Di Zhi" finally I also rushed to finish the book at the beginning of the year.

In the 15th year of Zhenguan, the first day of the dynasty, all nations gathered, today will be one of the most lively days in the whole year, and today is also the time when Wei Wang Li Tai publicly presented a book.

The genius is bright, Taiji Palace, outside the Hanyuan Hall, on the dragon road to enter the palace.

"Wei Wang's "Kuo Di Zhi" has just been completed, and he is eager to present the book in today's great court, to gain fame, and to invite the favor of the emperor, which can be said to be vivid." Wang Xuance, the prince's right concubine, walked beside Li Ke Looking at Li Tai who was followed by many servants holding scrolls, he whispered to Li Ke.

Li Ke heard this and said with a smile: "Although the king of Wei is a legitimate son and is favored by his father, he has never done anything in the country since he was a child. This time it is rare to have a famous work, and some urgency is understandable."

As a legitimate son, Li Tai was favored by Li Shimin, and even once put pressure on the ministers to keep the grown-up Li Tai in Chang'an. However, Li Tai has made no achievements in the country these years, and he can only watch Li Ke go around. meritorious service.Now that Li Tai's "Kuo Di Zhi" has finally been completed, it is a great contribution to culture and education, and he is naturally eager to present this book on such a big day as today.

Wang Xuance said: "It's okay if it's just offering books, I'm afraid that King Wei may have other plans, and there will be troubles in the future.

Hearing this, Li Ke waved his hands and said with a smile: "It's inevitable because of King Wei's temperament, but it's okay. I have plans for this matter. What I'm waiting for is King Wei's letter."

Wang Xuance listened to Li Ke's words. Li Ke obviously intended to take advantage of the Wei King's offering of the book to deal with Li Tai. Wang Xuance said with some concern: "Prince, as far as I know, His Majesty is quite appreciative of the Wei King's offering of the book. If the Prince is here I'm afraid it's inappropriate to make things difficult."

Although Li Tai's intentions are not righteous, and he is more often eyeing Li Ke's position as the crown prince, but Li Tai's literary talent and focus on literary affairs are obvious to all. expect.

In fact, not only Li Shimin and the courtiers, but even Li Ke, who had always been at odds with Li Tai, also recognized Li Tai's literary talents and the book "Kuo Di Zhi".Although Li Ke relied on his literary skills to overwhelm Li Tai several times, compared to the real literary talent, Li Ke, who is heavy on martial arts, is inferior to Li Tai.

Later generations called "Kuo Di Zhi" as: "The book describes the scriptures, mountains, rivers, and city tombs. They are all ancient stories, and there are many geography books in the Six Dynasties." It is so high that there is no need to repeat it.

Li Ke said with a smile: "Xuance don't worry, I don't know my father's thoughts, let alone take this opportunity to belittle the King of Wei and "Kuo Di Zhi". I have already made arrangements, Xuan Ce just watched That's it."

Li Tai's presentation of the book is a major event in the court. Li Ke is not a reckless man, so naturally he would not make things difficult for Li Tai before this matter. Li Ke has his own plans.

At the court meeting in the Yuan Dynasty, when the congratulations and ceremonies of all countries were completed, it was the time when the officials of the court met. It was also at this link that after Prince Li Ke made a pilgrimage, Li Tai presented his "Kuo Di Zhi" at the court.

"My son, Li Tai, pays homage to my father, and my son wishes my father a long life, and the country of the Tang Dynasty is peaceful and the people are safe." Li Tai walked into the hall in front of the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty and foreign envoys, and paid homage to Li Shimin.

Li Shimin raised his hand, first made Li Tai stand up, and then asked: "I heard what the servant said, do you have something to offer to me today?"

Since Li Shimin is the emperor, he is also like other emperors. He has a very good face, especially the face earned by his beloved sons. It was the same for Li Ke's meritorious service back then, and it is also the same for Li Tai's book today. Everyone mentioned it face to face.

Li Tai replied: "In the early years, I was ordered by my father to open a library in the mansion, recruited wise men, and compiled Kuo Di Zhi. Now it has been completed, and it is specially dedicated to my father."

After Li Tai finished speaking, he waved his hand, and a servant came out from the side of the main hall holding books piled up like a hill.

"Kuo Di Zhi" consists of more than [-] volumes, divided by prefectures, and describes the history, location, names, mountains and rivers, cities, historical sites, etc. of each county. Dozens of people from Weiwangfu Wenguan have worked hard for five years to get it, just by looking at the number at a glance, it is difficult to know, Li Tai's character, even Li Ke has to obey.

The scene in front of him was obviously beyond Li Shimin's expectation. Li Shimin looked at the sea of ​​literature and books in front of him, where the "Kuo Di Zhi" piled up like a hill, he was amazed several times, and couldn't hide the smile on his face. You can see the joy in your heart.

Li Shimin looked at Li Ke and Li Tai with some emotion, and said to everyone in the hall: "Of all my sons, only the crown prince and the king of Wei are the most aggressive. The crown prince is a famous commander in the world. Yingguo is like me, with the appearance of my youth; the king of Wei has a brilliant literary talent, and he is a talented man of the clan. If he passed the imperial examination, he must also be the number one scholar. With such a literary and martial arts, he has a son like this, what a father would ask for."

Although what Li Shimin said is meant to be boastful, it is also true. Li Ke's military exploits have long been known to the world, and Li Tai's book is enough to be included in the history of the literary world.

At this time Li Ke also came out and said: "This book of the fourth brother can be called a masterpiece of the Imperial Academy, which is directly following the ancient sages. When "Kuo Di Zhi" is published, it is enough to show that our teachings in the Tang Dynasty are better than before. My sons and ministers congratulate my father. "

Hearing this, Li Shimin laughed loudly and said: "What the prince said is very true, it is exactly the reason."

Li Ke and Li Shimin's father and son reconciled, and the words fell, and everyone in the hall also congratulated: "The Son of Heaven is Mingde, my teachings in the Tang Dynasty are better than in the past, and I congratulate Your Majesty."

The so-called prosperous age is not only about the coming of all nations to court, nor is it about being invincible. Among them, culture and education are indispensable. As far as culture and education are concerned, there is no better way than writing books. At today's event, Li Tai's " "Kuo Di Zhi" can be said to be extremely harmonious, and it is also very suitable for Li Shimin's appetite.

Taking advantage of his high interest, Li Shimin asked Li Tai: "The king of Wei has contributed a lot to the book today, what reward do you want? Just tell me."

Li Shimin's words caught his ears, Li Tai looked at Li Shimin, and couldn't help feeling excited, what does he want?What he wanted was of course Li Ke's crown prince. He wished he could ask Li Shimin for it immediately, but Li Tai himself knew that this was absolutely impossible. If he said this, he would be insane .

Li Tai bowed and replied: "My son and minister present books out of a heart of loyalty and filial piety, and I don't ask for anything."

What Li Tai said was within Li Shimin's expectations. After all, Li Tai has always acted modestly, so naturally he would not ask for favors, but it is not in Li Shimin's nature not to reward those who have made meritorious deeds, so Li Shimin asked everyone in the court : "Wei Wang's meritorious service, how do you think should be rewarded?"

(End of this chapter)