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Chapter 392 Appointed as the Prince's Junior Tutor!!!

Fang Xuanling finished speaking, and his words were very thorough.

Almost everyone present could understand it.

I also understand that once this policy is implemented, it will bring benefits to the court.

of course!

This will inevitably involve a lot of resistance.

That's why he said at the end that how and when to implement it still needs further consideration.

at this time.

Crown Prince Li Chengqian suddenly stood up.

"Father, I have something to say."

Li Er smiled slightly and motioned for him to speak.

Li Chengqian took a deep breath and said loudly:

“Father, I believe that the five-year plan proposed by Marquis Zhuang is not only feasible, but also necessary.

The Tang Dynasty needs change and development, and Zhuang Xianbo's plan is the key to promoting the development of the Tang Dynasty.

The imperial court is now fully committed to promoting high-yield agricultural cultivation, and the construction of cement roads in Kyoto is also progressing simultaneously.

These changes have been witnessed by me and everyone in the court.

Therefore, I am willing to personally go to various places to supervise the implementation of the land tax distribution plan and ensure that every policy can be implemented. "

Li Chengqian's words were like a thunderclap, instantly causing an uproar in the court.

All the officials looked at him in surprise. They had not expected that the young Crown Prince would want to travel to various places to implement the reform plan.

A hint of admiration also flashed in Li Er's eyes.

He looked at Li Chengqian and said with a smile:

"Prince, I admire your courage and determination.

But right now, there are more important things for you to do in Kyoto.

As for going to various places to supervise the implementation of the policy of equalizing the land tax, I will send other officials to be responsible for this matter. "

"Yes."

Li Chengqian responded and said loudly:

"Father, I have something else to ask you!"

"Oh, what's the matter?"

Li Chengqian had already walked among the ministers and glanced at Zhuang Zhou who was sitting cross-legged on the ground.

Then he turned to Li Er and said:

"I would like to appoint Zhuang Zhou as my junior tutor. Please allow me, father!"

Wow~~~

When these words were spoken, all officials were in an uproar.

For a moment, all the officials in the court were talking about it.

Even Changsun Wuji, who had remained calm and composed, was shocked.

what?

The prince wants to take Zhuang Zhou as his teacher?

This is a huge matter for the imperial court.

Wei Zheng never expected this at this time.

In the court, Wei Zheng was the one who dared to speak the most.

The most important thing when doing things is courtesy.

But Zhuang Zhou was just a businessman, although he also offered advice and suggestions to the court and proposed many development plans that were beneficial to the country.

A businessman can be made the prince's tutor.

In any case, it is against etiquette.

"Your Majesty, I thought..."

"Wait a moment!"

Wei Zheng was about to speak when he was interrupted by Li Er.

He looked at Li Chengqian and urged:

"Tell me, why do you want to ask County Master Zhuang to be your junior teacher?"

“My Lord, since Zhuang Zhou came to Chang’an, I have had many contacts with him.

I discovered that although Zhuang Zhou was just a businessman, his eloquence and knowledge were rare talents in ancient times.

My father always taught me that one should not judge a book by its cover, and one should not measure the depth of the ocean.

Zhuang Zhou's knowledge and wisdom are exactly what I, as a son, need to learn.

The five-year plan he proposed made his subjects see the prosperous future of the Tang Dynasty.

Therefore, I beg your Majesty to allow me to take Zhuang Zhou as my teacher and learn from him how to govern the country and maintain peace. "

Li Chengqian's words were sincere and firm.

But at this moment, Zhuang Zhou was completely confused.

It's okay if you want me to teach you something else.

You actually want to learn from me how to govern the country and maintain peace?

Isn't this nonsense?

But now they are in the court, so Zhuang Zhou can't say much.

There is only silence.

Li Er looked at Li Chengqian, with a hint of relief in his eyes.

He nodded and said:

“Okay, I have the same idea.

Since you are determined, I will grant you your request.

However, whether Zhuang Zhou is willing to accept you as his disciple still needs his consent."

Then he looked at Zhuang Zhou and asked:

"County Master Zhuang, I would like to appoint you as the Prince's Junior Tutor. Are you willing?"

It was originally something that had been agreed upon long ago.

However, Zhuang Zhou did not expect that the issue would be brought up again in the court at this time.

It seems like the taste has completely changed!

of course.

Actually, he had thought it was too simple before.

I originally thought that I could just agree to it casually.

But now it seems that every official present wants to beat him to death.

"Zhuang Zhou, are you willing?"

Dare I say I don’t want to?

Zhuang Zhou straightened his back and saluted:

"I am willing!"

Following Zhuang Zhou's statement, the atmosphere in the court became clear.

It's obvious that they came prepared!

"it is good!"

Li Er clapped his hands suddenly and was about to approve it directly.

At this time Wei Zheng finally couldn't help it:

"Your Majesty, I think this is absolutely impossible!"

Li Er looked at Wei Zheng and frowned slightly:

"Wei Zheng, do you have any objection?"

Wei Zheng took a deep breath and said in a deep voice:

“Your Majesty, although Zhuang Zhou has some talent and learning, he is ultimately just a businessman.

Moreover, he is young and energetic, and has little experience.

It may not be appropriate to let him serve as the prince's tutor and teach him how to govern the country."

This statement came out.

There was a sudden chorus of agreement in the court.

Li Chengqian frowned slightly, looked at Wei Zheng and said:

"Sir Wei, I think that there is no necessary connection between knowledge and status.

Although Zhuang Zhou was a businessman, I had seen and heard with my own eyes and ears his talent and knowledge.

I beg you all to please do not underestimate Zhuang Zhou’s talent because of his status.”

Li Chengqian's words made the atmosphere in the court tense again.

Li Er looked at Wei Zheng, then at the other court officials, and said calmly:

"Wei Zheng's concerns must also be your concerns.

I can understand.

But I also believe in my own vision.

I have seen Zhuang Zhou's talent with my own eyes and heard with my own ears.

I believe that the prince will benefit greatly from his guidance.

As for Zhuang Zhou’s identity... I think that identity cannot determine a person’s talent and ability.

I hope you can put aside your prejudices and focus on state affairs.”

Li Er's words made it impossible for Wei Zheng and others to refute.

You know, Wei Zheng followed six people in total.

Skip the slot six times.

The first one was called Yuan Baozang. During the chaos at the end of the Sui Dynasty, Wei Zheng served as an official under Yuan Baozang.

Later, he followed Yuan Baozang and followed Li Mi of Wagangzhai.

After Li Mi rebelled against the Tang Dynasty and was killed, Wei Zheng followed Li Yuan again.

When he was under Li Yuan, he went to persuade Xu Shiji, a general who had once served under Li Mi, to surrender.

Later, due to defeat in battle, he was captured by Dou Jiande and became Dou Jiande's adviser.

Dou Jiande was defeated by Li Shimin, and Wei Zheng defected to Crown Prince Li Jiancheng.

And this is also the most legendary master.

Wei Zheng had long seen that Li Er was no ordinary person, and he persuaded Li Jiancheng to take the initiative and get rid of Li Er.

But later the Xuanwu Gate Incident occurred.

Li Er did not kill Wei Zheng, but entrusted him with an important task.

Finally, Wei Zheng followed Li Er and assisted Li for 27 years, becoming the most important minister of remonstration during the Zhenguan period.

All in all, Wei Zheng changed six masters in his life.

Finally, he met Li Er, and finally achieved the reputation of being a famous prime minister throughout the ages.

So if we look at one's background, Wei Zheng would be the first one to be criticized.

But Li Er obviously doesn't care about these.

Especially after the Xuanwu Gate Incident.

Li Er re-employed many people who had followed Li Jiancheng.

And they were all entrusted with important tasks.

After hearing what Li Er said, the officials still had doubts in their hearts.

But they no longer dared to oppose openly.

And, of course, they understand.

The reason why Li Er values ​​Zhuang Zhou so much.

It's not only because of his talent, but also because of his special identity.

There have been rumors in Chang'an for a long time.

Zhuang Zhou is a Taoist immortal, sent by God to assist the Holy King.

It's this unspeakable secret.

All the court officials knew it well.

"..."

however.

At this moment, one of the courtiers raised his tablet and said loudly:

"Your Majesty, I have something to say!"

Zhuang Zhou heard the sound and looked over.

Huh?

Isn’t this Kong Yingda, the Minister of Education of the Tang Dynasty?