Thief Emperor

Chapter 910 Su Sheng is no longer flawless
In fact, Empress Xue had been busy making arrangements for the expansion of the harem since Li Yun ascended the throne, and even Li Yun himself contributed some ideas.

Because this is not just a personal issue for Li Yun and the Li family, but a rather serious political operation.

Normally, when a country is founded at this time, the royal family should marry some of the founding heroes to ensure that the entire ruling group can be closely united and the court can be stable.

But Li started his business too quickly and he was too young.

This leads to a problem. Li Yun and his subordinates are all around 30 or 40 years old, while people like Meng Qing are only in their twenties.

Their next generation is still young and has no way to get married.

So, the people that Li Yun brought into the palace this time were actually mostly aristocratic families from the previous dynasty, as well as the daughters of nobles from the previous dynasty who were united together.

For example, the Cui family of Qinghe and the Wang family of Langya both had their daughters sent to Luoyang to be prepared to enter the palace as concubines.

For these noble families, the expansion of the harem meant that the new dynasty had completely accepted them, and they could now relax and live and work steadily.

For Li Yun, the expansion of the harem was actually a placebo, allowing those who once controlled huge social resources and means of production to feel at ease.

But will the new dynasty share weal and woe with them, or allow them to continue to be superior?

Obviously it is unlikely.

After the new Tang Dynasty is completely stabilized and the Li family's rule is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, Li Yun will do whatever is necessary. At least in his reign, the obedient part of the old aristocratic families will be completely transformed by him into new aristocratic families.

If you don't listen.

There is no need for transformation.

This meeting of the prime ministers lasted until the afternoon. When Zhuo Guangrui said goodbye and left, and Yao Zhong went to the Ministry of Rites to discuss the details of the imperial examination with the Minister of Rites, Du Qian was not in a hurry to leave, and still stayed in Ganlu Hall. He was a little embarrassed and bowed his head and said, "My lord, my third brother has a daughter who is almost nineteen years old this year."

"She's a beauty, too."

He coughed and said, "My third brother came to me a few days ago and asked me to speak to His Majesty. If His Majesty doesn't mind, I will be selected to serve His Majesty in the palace."

Li Yun looked at him and said with a smile: "We are equals and have always called each other brothers. If the niece of Brother Shouyi enters the palace, wouldn't it mess up the generations?"

Du Qian waved his hands quickly and said sternly, "Your Majesty, only the Empress's family can be considered senior to you. The rest do not have such a concept. They just come to the palace to serve Your Majesty and the Empress."

Li Yun thought for a moment and said, "It may not be a good thing to enter the palace at such a young age. Even if I am willing, the girl may not be willing."

"Let's just forget about this matter."

Du Qian nodded upon hearing this, and then he seemed to remember something, and immediately lowered his head and said, "Your Majesty, I, your third brother, just want to get closer to the royal family..."

"I know I know."

Li Yun stood up, patted Du Qian on the shoulder, and said with a smile: "I have come into contact with Du Shangshu's personality over the years. He is a practical person, but this matter."

"Let's be cautious."

He looked at Du Qian and said with a smile: "Brother Shouyi, you and I have known each other for ten years. After another ten years, we two brothers can marry our children to each other."

Upon hearing this, Du Xianggong suddenly smiled and said, "Come to think of it, my youngest son is about the same age as your Majesty's eldest daughter."

Li Yun's face suddenly changed when he heard this. He waved his hand and said, "My daughter is not allowed to be married to anyone for the time being. Brother Shouyi, you also have a daughter in your family. You can choose one of my many sons in the future."

Du Qian looked up at Li Yun, and Li Yun was also looking at Du Qian. The two old partners looked at each other and couldn't help but smile.

After chatting for a while, Du Qian finally remembered the serious business and said, "Your Majesty, I have already selected seven or eight officials for Hedong Province. How is the progress of Hedong Province? When can they set off?"

"If the Hedong Army progresses smoothly, the Ministry of Personnel will send them out in the near future."

Upon hearing this, Li Yun said, "General Su, the troops have already entered Taiyuan Prefecture. Up to now, the Hedong Army has not seen any resistance. Overall, it is going smoothly."

"If nothing goes wrong later, I estimate that in another month, the officials from the Ministry of Personnel will be able to head north to take over Hedong Road."

"it is good."

Du Qian bowed his head and said, "I understand. I will make arrangements as soon as I return."

As he spoke, he looked at Li Yun and said, "There is one more thing. As the prime minister, I am also in charge of the Ministry of Personnel. My power is a bit too heavy, so there is a lot of discussion in the court and the public."

"Your Majesty, I request to be dismissed from my post in the Ministry of Personnel."

Hearing this, Li Yun smiled bitterly and said, "If I had a candidate, I wouldn't have to make Brother Shouyi suffer so much."

"Hold on for a few more years."

Mr. Li sighed and said, "Hold on for a few more years, and I'll talk about it after I have someone in my hands."

Du Qian bowed his head slightly and said, "Your Majesty, the court is just being established and everyone is united. The Censorate is not that important. For example, Minister Fei from the Ministry of Justice can be transferred to take charge of the Censorate."

"Xu Ziwang is impartial and just." Du Qian said solemnly, "He is suitable to be in charge of the Ministry of Personnel."

Li Yun shook his head: "At this time, all the prefectures and counties in the country are vacant, and there are too many things that need to be managed by the Ministry of Personnel. I am afraid that Xu Ang will not be able to manage it and it will cause chaos in the end."

He looked at Du Qian and said with a smile: "Brother Shouyi, please work hard for a few more years."

"Just a few more years of hard work."

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Taiyuan City.

Li Zhen and Li Hao stood at the city gate and saluted Su Sheng who was riding on a horse.

"General, please enter the city."

Su Sheng looked up at the Taiyuan City in front of him, and then looked at the generals behind him. General Qian Zhong behind him had already stepped forward and whispered: "General..."

Without waiting for him to speak, Su Sheng shook his head slightly and said with a smile: "Don't worry, you will be fine if you lead the troops to station outside the city."

"If I don't have this much courage, I don't have to lead the troops."

After saying this, he jumped off his horse and strode up to the Li brothers.

At this time, at the city gate, the six brothers of the Li family had basically arrived. They all saluted Su Sheng with their fists clasped, looking very respectful.

The six brothers led Su Sheng all the way into Taiyuan City. At this time, the banquet had already been prepared in Taiyuan City, and Su Sheng was invited to sit in the main seat.

He sat down without hesitation, turned his head and said to Li Zhen with a smile: "It is better to obey than to be respectful. Marshal Li Jie, please don't be offended."

Li Zhen shook his head and said with a smile: "The old Zhou Dynasty is long gone, and I am no longer a general. I only hope that my family can find a way to survive after joining the new dynasty."

He lowered his head to pour wine for Su Sheng and said, "I also hope that the general can take care of my family."

"Easy to say."

Su Sheng looked calm as he spoke, "My father and General Li are of the same generation. I have always admired General Li, but we have never had the chance to meet. Now, we, the next generation, have finally met again."

Hearing his words, the Li brothers immediately took advantage of the situation and started to flatter Su Sheng, calling him "brother" all the time.

After the banquet, Su Sheng was already drunk. Li Hao supported him and took him to a bedroom to rest. After pushing open the bedroom door, Li Hao said with a smile: "Brother Shi, you drank too much today. Take a good rest. Tomorrow, we brothers will have a good chat."

Su Sheng exhaled a breath of alcohol. He held the door frame with his hand, looked inside the room, turned his head to look at Li Hao, and suddenly smiled: "Brother Li, how many women did you prepare in this room?"

"Five."

After Li Hao answered, he looked up at Su Sheng and sighed: "It turns out that the general is not drunk."

"That's almost it."

Su Sheng exhaled a breath of alcohol and said, "But I'm still sober."

He looked around the room and said with a smile, "The Hedong Li family is hosting you graciously, and I will not deny you face. Tonight, no matter how many women you prepare, I will accept them all. But let's be frank."

"In three days, I will begin to take over the Hedong Road. As for the Hedong Army, it will either be taken over by the Royal Army, or led by you, General Li, and immediately set off to Xiaoguan."

"Fulfill our previous agreement."

Upon hearing this, Li Hao sighed and said, "General, my elder brother has heard about the Pinglu Army and he also wants to emulate the Pinglu Army."

"I can lead the troops and rush to Xiaoguan according to the general's order. Can the general ask His Majesty to allow our Li family to become a hereditary Taiyuan general?"

"Not too possible."

Su Sheng looked inside the room with a calm expression: "The old vassal town has passed. The Qingzhou general of the Pinglu Army was the one that the Zhou family surrendered to early."

"Besides, it may not last long."

As he said that, Su Sheng looked at Li Hao and smiled faintly: "Brother, you Li family should be more straightforward. Today, I will risk my life to accompany you. I will enter this room and leave a handle for you. I will have a happy night and give your family peace of mind."

"If you keep dragging your feet, you'll be fussy."

"The Su guy is now leaving the city, I want to kill him or chop him up."

"As you wish."

Li Yu was silent for a while, then leaned forward and made a gesture of invitation to Su Sheng.

"General, please."

(End of this chapter)