Youzhou is located on the border, far away from the Central Plains.

However, despite this, more than half a month later, the news that Li Chengdao had achieved great victory in the border battle with the Turks spread throughout the hinterland of the Central Plains and back to Chang'an.

This news shocked the entire Tang Dynasty.

"Good news! Good news! His Highness Taisun defeated the invading Turkic army outside Youzhou City, killing enemies!"

……

On the streets of Chang'an City, a cavalryman galloped along the official road with the news of victory, shouting loudly at the same time, attracting the attention of countless people along the way.

Some people were so shocked that they popped their heads out of the house after hearing the news.

It didn't take long for the public notice area where the good news was posted to be crowded with people who came to watch the excitement.

After reading the good news posted on the poster, all the people suddenly became excited.

"His Royal Highness Taisun is truly a man of God! He went to the border for more than a month and achieved such amazing results!"

"The Turks have repeatedly harassed our borders with the Tang Dynasty. His Highness the Grand Sun's move is really a relief!"

"That's what you should do! Make those Turks terrified!"

"With His Majesty Taisun sitting at the border, there will be no Turkic disasters at the border from now on!"

"No wonder His Majesty wants to appoint His Royal Highness the Grandson as the Crown Prince. He is so brave and unparalleled!"

……

All the people watching were very excited. Although Li Chengdao was not well-known before and had only the status of a great grandson, but this time the victory of Youzhou shocked everyone!

The Turks had been a troublemaker for a long time and had frequent conflicts with the Tang Dynasty. However, because the Tang Dynasty did not want to make such a powerful enemy easily, there had never been any real conflicts.

This kind of tacit connivance has also made the Turks more and more rampant, and their bad reputation has even spread to the point where everyone in the Central Plains region is aware of it, causing countless Han people to have a very bad impression of the Turks.

Li Chengdao achieved such impressive results as soon as he arrived at the border, which severely dampened the Turks' vigor. It can be said that it made all the people feel bad.

After the news spread, Li Chengdao's deeds were spread throughout the government and the public.

……

In Tiance Mansion, Li Shimin is burying his head in handling government affairs.

Although he has not yet obtained the throne, Li Shimin is still very conscientious with the important responsibility of supervising the country, and has to deal with a lot of government affairs every day.

"Your Highness, Lord Changsun is here."

A boy was reporting outside the study.

Li Shimin said without raising his head: "Welcome in, prepare tea."

The boy nodded and left. After a while, a scholar in green robe walked into the study room. It was Changsun Wuji.

"The auxiliary engine is here? Feel free to sit down."

Li Shimin didn't say anything polite to Changsun Wuji, and said casually, because the relationship between the two did not require those polite words.

Seeing Li Shimin who was busy handling government affairs, Changsun Wuji smiled helplessly and said, "Why do you have to work so hard, Your Highness? There are many things that can be left to Zhongshu to save you."

Li Shimin shook his head and said: "I don't know how many people are watching me in my position of supervising the country. I don't want them to find fault. Diligence is the most basic thing."

When this matter was mentioned, Li Shimin felt depressed. If Li Yuan hadn't established Li Chengdao as his grandson and put so much pressure on him, why would he have worked so hard?

"Forget it, auxiliary machine, why are you here today?"

After Li Shimin finished handling the memorial in his hand, he looked up at Changsun Wuji.

Changsun Wuji suppressed his smile after hearing this and asked: "Your Highness, have you heard about the news that Li Chengdao defeated the Turks at the border and annihilated enemies?"

Li Shimin raised his eyelids and said casually: "I knew it right away. I didn't expect that he still had some ability... But now that his food and grass have been cut off, he will not be powerful for long."

Changsun Wuji said seriously: "No, I think this matter has to be guarded against. After the news came back, the people were cheering. Li Chengdao's prestige has greatly increased. It will not be good if things continue like this."

After hearing Changsun Wuji's words, Li Shimin paused slightly with the ink pen in his hand.

Because what Changsun Wuji said was not unreasonable, he was not willing to watch Li Chengdao's prestige and reputation grow, otherwise he would have to spend more effort to deal with him in the future.

"It seems we have to find a way to curb Li Chengdao's momentum."

Li Shimin thought in his heart, his eyes flickering slightly.

……

The next day, early morning.

Now that Li Yuan is "sick", Li Shimin has been supervising the country in the early dynasty, handling and discussing various government affairs.

Today's morning meeting was no exception, but after discussing various government affairs, Wei Zheng suddenly stood up, cupped his hands and said, "Your Highness, I have something to report."

"Master Wei, what do you want to report?"

Li Shimin smiled slightly and asked in a gentle tone.

Wei Zheng said directly: "Yesterday, good news came from Youzhou. His Highness Taisun defeated tens of thousands of invading Turkic enemy troops, which promoted the prestige of our country. I believe that His Highness Taisun and the border officers and soldiers should be commended as a token of encouragement."

As soon as this statement came out, all the civil and military officials in the dynasty looked at Wei Zheng with strange expressions, and some civil officials who were close to Wei Zheng were even more nervous.

The news of Li Chengdao's great victory in Youzhou has long been spread, and all the officials in the court knew about it, but no one dared to mention it.

Because who doesn’t know that the King of Qin and His Highness Taisun are fiercely fighting for the throne? How dare you take the initiative to petition Li Chengdao for commendation?

Could it be that you are crazy?

Li Shimin's face turned gloomy, but Wei Zheng's expression remained calm, because he never cared about the fight for the heir, he was just discussing the matter.

Li Chengdao deserved a reward for his meritorious service, so he brought it up. It was as simple as that.

After being silent for a moment, Li Shimin suddenly smiled and said, "What Mr. Wei said is true. This time I want to reward him well——"

"Your Highness, I do not agree with Mr. Wei's point of view. I believe that His Highness Taisun's move should not only not be rewarded, but should be punished!"

At this moment, a discordant voice suddenly sounded, interrupting Li Shimin's words.

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound, looking slightly startled.

Because the one who opened the mouth was the Imperial Academy’s offering wine, Kong Yingda! ..

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