Zhenguan Xiaoxian Wang Li Shen Li Shimin

Jin Chunqiu and his son King Jinwen came here with a purpose. Since they came to Chang'an,

The one whose name I hear the most is the tenth son of His Majesty the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, King Ji Li Shen.

They had heard about King Ji when they were in Silla. According to legend, Goguryeo was at a disadvantage in the battle with the Tang Dynasty, and was even defeated by the Tang Dynasty within a year.

The King of Goguryeo finally had no choice but to retreat to the east of the Yalu River, facing the Tang army across the river. The most important factor in this was because of King Ji.

King Ji used food to scrape off three-thirds of Goguryeo's land, leaving the people of Goguryeo without food to eat, so they were defeated.

The same was true for Baekje, which was even worse than Goguryeo. Famine broke out in the country.

Even without Tang Dynasty taking action, Baekje was already unstable domestically, so it stopped its aggressive attacks on Silla.

Even so, he still occupied more than forty cities in Silla.

All of this happened because of a prince of the Tang Dynasty.

This made them interested in Li Shen.

Only after arriving here did I realize that King Ji was as rich as anyone in the country, with countless industries and unique products in his hands.

This made them have some thoughts. Datang has always been very open to them.

They study in Datang and can learn any culture and technology of Datang.

So this time they felt that if they could bring Prince Ji's technology back to Silla, Silla or their family would make a comeback and soar into the sky.

But they never expected that when they wanted to visit Prince Ji's property, they were ruthlessly rejected by the officials.

This was how they came to see Li Shen today, and they were unwilling to do so.

After listening to Jin Chunqiu's question, Li Shen originally wanted to refuse directly.

But thinking about how many precious gifts they had given me, I thought about it and replied:

"Logically, since your envoy asked, I should answer your questions, but to be honest, I don't know.

These things are all made by craftsmen. I have not been to the papermaking workshop for two years. All matters are handled by the steward of the palace, and I do not need to worry about them.

So let the noble envoy be disappointed. "

Li Shen said it very tactfully, but when he thought about it, everyone could understand what he meant.

But who knew that Jin Chunqiu had already guessed that Li Shen would answer like this.

Li Shen was a pampered prince, so of course he knew nothing about these craftsmen's things.

"Then I wonder if the prince can allow foreign ministers to enter the workshop to observe?"

Jin Chunqiu asked directly.

"This is okay, but we need all the shopkeepers to discuss it. After all, this papermaking mill is not owned by me alone.

You may not know that this papermaking mill only accounts for 20% of the total. "Li Shen replied with a smile.

"His Royal Highness Prince Ji only accounts for 20%?" Jin Chunqiu was confused. He did not investigate the details of the paper mill.

The market basically believed that the paper mill was an industry owned by Prince Ji's Mansion, and there was no mention of anyone else being involved.

"Two achievements are already pretty good. When it was established, I almost couldn't even keep two cents.

Therefore, if your envoy is not in a hurry, just wait a little longer. "

"How long do I need to wait?" Jin Chunqiu was a little confused. The papermaking workshop was not the property of Prince Ji's Mansion.

"Well..." Li Shen thought for a while and continued.

"It should be soon. We have 124 shareholders, and now there are about 30 or 40 people working outside.

They Yuan Zheng should be able to come back. If they don't come back, they can only come back when they report on their duties.

I estimate it will take three years. I will definitely give you a reply within three years, whether it is successful or not. "

"Three years!!" King Jinwen shouted in surprise.

They can stay in Datang for a year at most, and will return to Silla in February or March next year.

This period is actually their learning time.

Jin Chunqiu also looked ugly. He felt that King Ji was playing tricks on them. How could there be a business partner with more than 100 people?

"His Royal Highness King Ji, the Tang Dynasty is the superior kingdom of the Celestial Empire. Our vassal states have paid tribute year after year and become ministers year after year. We have always been in awe of the Celestial Empire.

He is even more loyal to the supreme Khan.

The Kingdom of Heaven has also been opening its doors widely, allowing small subordinate countries like us to learn the culture of the Tang Dynasty.

So, Your Highness Prince Ji, please see if you can open a convenient door so that our vassal countries can feel the magnanimity of the Celestial Empire. "

After Jin Chunqiu finished speaking, he looked at Li Shen, the Prince of Tang Dynasty who still had a green face.

Li Shen also looked at Jin Chunqiu's gaze with disdain in his heart.

Moral kidnapping? This was all a piece of shit 1,400 years ago.

As long as you are thick-skinned, your younger brother will be responsible for any moral kidnapping.

"What your envoy said makes some sense, but I am young and have always had a doubt in my mind.

This doubt has been in my mind for more than ten years.

However, due to identity issues, I have never found anyone to answer the question.

Everyone says that you are a famous prime minister of Silla. I wonder if your envoy can give me some answers? "

Li Shen felt that he should fight back.

"Oh? I wonder if His Highness Prince Ji has any concerns?"

"That's right, our country, the Tang Dynasty, has many small subordinate countries. They are neither the territory of our country, nor do they obey the unified management of our country.

He pays a small tribute every year, and when he returns, the benevolent Emperor will give him generous rewards in return.

Each time it was much more than the tribute was worth.

When you are in trouble, you will come to me, Datang, for help. What if I, Datang, are in trouble? They will immediately distance themselves from the relationship or even bite back.

Your Majesty, why do we, the Tang Dynasty, still need these small subordinate countries?

It's better not to interact with each other. If someone offends someone, immediately send troops to attack and destroy them. Why not be simple? "

Li Shen had a smile on his face, but his tone was filled with a chilling air.

"This..." Tomato novel.

Jin Chunqiu's expression changed and he was speechless for a moment.

He really had no way to answer this question. If he were the emperor of the Tang Dynasty, he might occupy all the surrounding small countries one by one.

"Young gentleman, do you have any opinions?" Li Shen turned to look at King Jin Wen again.

"Foreign minister, foreign minister has no opinion." King Jin Wen also didn't know how to answer.

Jin Chunqiu felt that Li Shen was threatening them. In the end, he didn't say anything. If there was any offense, he would be killed.

Seeing that the father and son were silent, Li Shen felt disdainful. A small country should behave like a small country.

He whispered a few words into Shi Shi's ear, then stood up and stretched his muscles.

"Oh, it's a little boring here. Let's go to the garden and talk."

With that said, Li Shen took the lead to walk out of the front hall and came to the garden corridor in the front yard.

"Since your envoy can't answer, you might as well listen to my personal opinion." Li Shen felt much better looking at the spring-filled garden.

"The foreign minister is willing to hear the details."