Datang: Encouraging Li Er to rebel, being overheard

Chapter 52

Who can make such a sharp weapon, who dares to underestimate them, maybe their status will rise a lot.

With such a beautiful fantasy in his heart, Duan Lun showed a very sincere smile on his face, looking at Li Chengqian with great anticipation in his heart.

Li Chengqian smiled.

"Of course, didn't the emperor already order it? The Ministry of Industry has now been handed over to the king."

With that said, Li Chengqian patted his chest, his eyes were bright.

"Don't worry, under the leadership of this king, the status of the Ministry of Industry will gradually rise."

Hearing this, Duan Lun was so excited that he burst into tears, his body trembling slightly, he bowed his head and thanked deeply.

"Thank you, First Prince!"

Workers have never been paid much attention to, and the grades are very strict.

The industry of artisans is nothing more than a little bit higher status than merchants

Duan Lun never expected that the First Prince would attach so much importance to the Ministry of Industry.

This is a thought that the emperors of all dynasties have never had.

Li Chengqian is the eldest prince now, and he must be the crown prince in the future, the next emperor of the Tang Dynasty.

By the time Li Chengqian came to the throne, the status of workers might be much higher.

"Master Duan, I will make fifty sets of bobbins within three days and hand them over to General Cheng, who will then distribute these bobbins in various farmlands in Chang'an."

While talking, Li Chengqian chuckled, his eyes shining like stars.

"By then drought will be nothing to worry about."

"Don't worry, the eldest prince, this matter is left to the old minister."

Duan Lun never refuses when it comes to the affairs of the people. It is his blessing to do something for the people of Li.

Seeing Duan Lun's high emotions, Li Chengqian was also quite relieved.

"Oh, by the way, Lord Duan, if you are interested, you can go to my king's side and chat with the craftsmen of the East Palace."

How to say Yang Wulian was also a famous craftsman in the Tang Dynasty. Although he was notorious, even so could not conceal his brilliant achievements.

Currently Yang Wulian is honestly doing his job in the East Palace. Before he turns bad, his talent is unparalleled.

It would be beneficial for Duan Lun to let Duan Lun walk around with this kind of person more.

I can learn a lot from Yang Wulian.

"clear."

Leaving from here, just as Li Chengqian walked out of the Ministry of Industry, he met Li Shimin who was coming towards him.

[Is Li Shimin so leisurely as an emperor?Could it be that he has all his thoughts on me?]

[Can't you?If this is the case, what is the point of you, the emperor, in front of you?Never mind. 】

Hearing Li Chengqian's slander, Li Shimin's face darkened suddenly, he rolled his eyes, knocked him on the head angrily, and asked with a cold snort.

"How is the work for you? After staying in the Ministry of Industry for so long, come out."

"Father, my minister has already settled the matter, and the problem of the drought in the Tang Dynasty has been resolved."

"Ah."

Nodding his head, Li Shimin was a little silent, standing still and not speaking.

Facing Li Shimin like this, Li Chengqian blinked his eyes, and followed him silently, not saying anything.

It was already autumn, and the weather was a bit cold. When Changsun Wuji passed by, he saw the two of them standing there like logs. After bowing, Li Shimin came back to his senses.

"His Majesty."

"Oh, Zhen and Chengqian came out for a walk, Wuji, you are in such a hurry, do you have anything to do?"

"Ah."

Changsun Wuji thought for a while and sighed softly.

"Iron is becoming less and less enough now. Your Majesty, the equipment in the army is a little worn out. If you want to replace a new set of equipment, you need a lot of iron."

Hearing this, Li Chengqian patted his forehead.

[Oh, I almost forgot, iron is still quite expensive at this time. 】

[Didn’t Changsun Wuji have iron ore in his hands?Still worried about this. 】

Glancing at Li Chengqian, Li Shimin looked at Changsun Wuji.

"Let's reduce all the places that can reduce the amount of iron. First, change the equipment in the army, and change as much as you can."

"Also, tell Cheng Yaojin to come see me."

You have to inquire about the situation in the army in detail, especially the iron consumption.

Changsun Wuji froze for a moment, then nodded, looking worried.

After he left, Li Shimin glanced at Li Chengqian who was thinking about something, and said lightly.

"Come here together."

"Yes, Father."

Although he agreed on the surface, Li Chengqian was on the road in his heart and never stopped talking.

[Everything pulls me up. 】

[I can advise you on everything you do. 】

[Because you are the emperor and I am your son, don't involve me in everything, okay? 】

Although he kept talking in his heart, he didn't dare to show dissatisfaction on his lips. At least Li Chengqian did a good job on the surface.

I'm afraid he would never have imagined that Li Shimin could hear what he was thinking directly.

The place where Li Shimin arrived was the study.

I found a book here, opened a few pages, and before Li Chengqian muttered a word or two, Cheng Yaojin's loud voice appeared outside the study.

"Your Majesty! Changsun Wuji said that Your Majesty has something important to discuss with the veteran!"

Not long after, Cheng Yaojin walked into the study and bowed to Li Shimin, then put his hands in front of him, his eyes were full of doubt and puzzlement.

Li Shimin is looking for him at this time, what can he do?

Li Shimin looked at Cheng Yaojin.

"How is the equipment in the army?"

Hearing this, Cheng Yaojin was a little silent. After a long time, he shook his head with a wry smile and said in a low voice.

"Poor equipment."

After a slight pause, Cheng Yaojin felt an indescribable feeling in his heart.

He felt uncomfortable with the poor equipment of his subordinates.

"Actually, it can't be said to be bad. The main reason is that the time has been too long, and the knives and guns are a little blunt. They must be replaced in time, otherwise once they go to the battlefield..."

The swords and guns were so much blunter than the enemy's, and the energy expended on the battlefield was obviously much greater.

Before doing anything by then, the soldiers were already exhausted, how could they fight well.

Li Shimin naturally knows this truth well, after all, he has also led troops to fight.

Immediately, he frowned and raised his hand to rub his swollen forehead. This is not easy.

[Those people are about to call up 10 troops to reach the city of Chang'an. Judging by the current situation, it's better not to fight. 】

[Anyway, Li Shimin was originally planning to seek peace with them. 】

[Contribute a little gift, seek peace, and develop for a few years. 】

【Unless my bow and crossbow can be made, or the catapult can be made well, otherwise I will not think about revenge in recent years. 】

Li Chengqian's voice appeared in time at this moment, causing Li Shimin to raise his eyebrows and look at Li Chengqian.

But at this time Li Chengqian had been thinking about his own affairs with his head down, and he didn't notice Li Shimin's gaze at all.

At this moment, Cheng Yaojin scratched his head, hesitated again and again, and still gritted his teeth to speak out.

"And Your Majesty, since we are talking about the army, let's talk about it together. There are not many horses in the army."

horses!

To win a war, soldiers, horses, food and grass are essential.

But the war horse has always been in a missing state, how to fight this?
Taking a deep breath, Li Shimin walked back and forth on the spot with his hands behind his back, looking very irritable.

"It's not easy to train a war horse. How can it be consumed so quickly?"

"I can't help it. The hooves are worn out, which is really unacceptable. Some horses only have damaged hooves, but even so, they can't go to the battlefield."

(End of this chapter)