Tang Dynasty: The poisonous scholar in the Eastern Palace, please abdicate and let the wise one take

Chapter 11 Take the initiative and fabricate charges!
"Painting?"

After hearing Su Chen's request, Li Yuanchang seemed like a source of light.

He exudes confidence from head to toe.

Dazzling, bright and unforgettable at first sight.

Having been immersed in calligraphy and painting for many years, Li Yuanchang still has great confidence in painting!
No matter how abnormal Su Chen's request was, he was capable of doing it.

But when Su Chen stated his request, Li Yuanchang fell into deep thought, and the light in his eyes dimmed a little.

The barrel, the grip, the trigger...

this thing.

Do you need me to do it myself?

Why don't you just take a pen and draw casually? ?
"No, the barrel needs some modifications, and we need to draw the firing mechanism in more detail..."

At Su Chen's request, Li Yuanchang made some modifications to the details.

Time passed by little by little, and Li Yuanchang's patience was almost worn out by Su Chen.

"As expected of the Prince of Han who is far superior to the two Yans, this painting skill is simply superb, but we need to make some changes here."

"Prince Han, you don't know how to do such a basic thing?"

"No way, no way, Prince Han..."

Amidst Su Chen's flattery and encouragement, Li Yuanchang finally met all of Su Chen's requirements and successfully drew the various parts of the earthen gun on paper.

Although he didn't quite understand the use of these strange things, he now wanted to leave here.

After painting for two hours, his hands were weak.

I have a deeper understanding of what the client's requirements are!

"Okay?"

"Prince Han is indeed a master of painting."

"Farewell!"

That afternoon, Li Yuanchang turned and left with trembling hands.

Fortunately, he has been well-read since childhood and has a peaceful mind.

If not.

Li Yuanchang would definitely greet Su Chen warmly, "That's your mother."

"Seventh Uncle, Seventh Uncle..."

No matter how Li Chengqian called out to him and asked him to stay, he did not look back, as if he had made up his mind.

Li Chengqian sighed and looked at the painting in Su Chen's hand.

He didn't understand why Su Chen needed these things, and because of these, he repeatedly provoked Li Yuanchang with words.

"What's the use of these?"

“It takes manpower to build these things.”

"Someone, go call Du He."

After giving the order, Li Chengqian looked at Su Chen, indicating that Su Chen could now explain why he wanted these things.

Su Chen did not hide Li Chengqian's doubts and briefly introduced the uses of the earth spear.

As for its power, we will have to wait until the gun is successfully built before we can verify it.

"Son of Heaven, he who has strong soldiers and horses will do it!"

Su Chen looked at Li Chengqian meaningfully, "So, this thing must be made by our own people!"

Li Chengqian was excited, "Du He is trustworthy."

soon.

Du He, who received the news, rushed over in a hurry.

"Your Highness, do you have any important instructions for me?"

"Can I trust you?"

"Of course!"

Du He didn't hesitate at all.

Since Du Ruhui's death, the Du family has gone from bad to worse.

If it weren't for the close relationship between Du He and the prince, and not the relationship with the princess, the situation of the Du family would have been even more difficult.

Li Chengqian smiled and nodded, looking at Su Chen who came in, "Du He, this is Su Chen, he is now in my East Palace."

Du He smiled and bowed, "Hello, Brother Su."

Li Chengqian: "I called you here today because I need you to do something."

"Please give your orders, Your Highness." Li Chengqian raised his head, picked up the teacup, and handed the rest to Su Chen.

Su Chen took out the blueprint he had drawn earlier and placed it in front of Du He.

Du He looked confused and said he didn't understand, "This is..."

Su Chen: "Master Du, you only need to find a hidden workshop and build it according to the blueprint."

Du He thought for a moment and said, "I still have several properties at home, so it shouldn't be a problem to secretly build these things."

Su Chen: "Don't let outsiders know about this."

"clear."

Du He solemnly put away the drawing and put it in his arms.

Su Chen smiled and cupped his hands, "Thank you, Lord Du."

"I am just trying to relieve the Crown Prince's worries. I don't deserve Brother Su's thanks."

Du He smiled and returned the greeting, "Brother Su might as well call me by my first name. Lord Du really can't afford that."

"it is good!"

"Brother Du, there is one more thing I need you to handle."

"Please say."

"Please prepare plenty of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal."

There was no complete black gunpowder in the early Tang Dynasty, but for Su Chen, this thing was a trivial matter.

The homemade gun he used was made by himself in his spare time.

Guns and bullets are inseparable.

While making homemade guns and bullets, Su Chen also made some homemade bombs.

It's pretty powerful. His boss experienced it himself and cried and said no.

Once the homemade guns and ammunition are ready, Li Chengqian will be one step closer to the position of emperor, and Su Chen will be safer!
Du He agreed to all of Su Chen's requests without any hesitation.

He has already seen that Su Chen is now Li Chengqian's representative, and what Su Chen says is what Li Chengqian means!
He did everything he was told!

After seeing Du He off, Li Chengqian motioned for Su Chen to sit closer, "Last night, the Crown Princess and I opened up to each other, and the Crown Princess sent a letter to Taizhou, asking the Taizhou Governor Su Tan to send some money over."

"In addition, my father has sent someone to tell me to move back to the East Palace within three days and reflect on myself for a month."

Su Chen was immediately amused. Li Shimin was really interesting.

First, the King of Wei was punished and confined to his house for a month, and now it was Li Chengqian's turn.

"But Deng Ai was promoted instead!"

Hearing the resentment in Li Chengqian's tone, Su Chen smiled calmly, "You only have two opponents, one is the King of Wei, and the other is the Emperor. Deng Ai is just an insignificant addition."

"The emperor has a strong army and horses. We are not his match yet. But as for the King of Wei, that will be easy to deal with."

"How to do it?"

"Duke Shen."

Su Chen smiled slightly, "Duke Shen is a veteran of three dynasties. Although he has retired now, the connections he holds and the power of various departments cannot be underestimated."

"If you want to move against the King of Wei, Duke Shen is undoubtedly the best candidate!"

"What's more, he is your great uncle!"

Li Chengqian suddenly understood.

When his uncle Changsun Wuji did not help him, his great-uncle Gao Shilian took the initiative to come and see him. He had already met Changsun Wuji before coming and scolded him.

Emotionally speaking, he and Gao Shilian have a closer relationship. In terms of prestige and power, Gao Shilian alone is enough to build countless networks of relationships.

If we get Gao Shilian's support, dealing with King Wei will be as easy as taking candy from a sack!

"Besides that, if they can fabricate charges to impeach the King of Wei, why can't we?"

"What crime would be appropriate?"

"They occupied people's houses, embezzled good farmland, competed with the people for profits, failed to discipline their subordinates, and kept assassins..."

Li Chengqian's eyes gradually widened as he looked at Su Chen who was talking so eloquently, feeling a sense of unreality.

Why are you so adept at making up these charges?

It's as if you saw it with your own eyes.

"Don't be so surprised. Li Tai is a prince and the emperor's favorite prince of Wei. He is a seventh-rank official in the gatehouse. There are countless people who have given money and land to seek favors. If you investigate carefully, you will definitely find something."

"I'll send someone right away..."

"What does it have to do with you? Let the emperor send someone to investigate. You just need to mention a few names and the officials will argue for you."

(End of this chapter)