"Brother Li Xian, are you really not planning to become an official in the court?”
Li Shi Min asked, smiling as he stated his conditions.
"If you agree, I can make an exception and promote you directly into the Ministry of Foreign Affairs!”
F * ck!
Zhangsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, and the others widened their bloodshot eyes. Their faces were filled with jealousy.
Li Xian was only in his teens when he entered Shangshu Province.
Even though he wasn't a minister, he was more or less qualified to enter the Ministry of State Affairs, which discussed state affairs and set national policies.
With Li Xian's age and a few years of experience, he would be able to stand on equal footing with the big shots of the imperial court who had worked hard for decades before he was thirty.
His Majesty's conditions were too generous!
In fact, they didn't know that Li Shiming, as a far-sighted emperor, knew that the country needed talents the most.
Although the conditions were too good, it was definitely worth it to absorb a great talent like Li Xian.
"My apologies, Your Majesty."
Li Xian smiled and shook his head.
"I don't have the mood to do that. It's enough to do business and earn some money.”
"After entering Shangshu Province, I have to worry about state affairs all day long. I'm as tired as my third grandson.”
"I won't suffer that."
Looking at Li Xian's disdainful eyes, Li Shi Min didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
"This is the first time I've seen someone so disgusted with entering Shangshu Province. You're really interesting.”
The more Li Shi Min looked at Li Xian, the more he liked him.
Even if Li Xian's attitude was not good, he still found it interesting.
Li Shimin had always been generous to people who could solve problems.
The two of them chatted so harmoniously that Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling were on the verge of tears.
Entering Shangshu Province was the ultimate dream of all civil officials.
Both of them had fought hard for decades, accompanying Li Shiming in his rebellion and seizing power, so they had this opportunity.
Not only did Li Xian get it easily, but he also had so much disdain.
Then what was the point of all their years of hard work?
Are you full?
This kid really made people furious!
……
After bidding farewell to Li Xian and setting a specific time to hand over the contract, Li Shimin left with Zhangsun Wuji and the others.
Before leaving, Li Xian generously gave each of them a corn cob.
"It's already noon when we reach Chang 'an. Take it to satisfy your hunger on the way.”
Li Xian smiled honestly.
"Don't worry, it's free!"
Li Shi Min could not help but smile bitterly. He nodded and said goodbye.
On the official road, Li Shimin led his six trusted subordinates and galloped majestically.
It was just that one person was holding a corn cob in his hand. It was a little comical.
"Is it done?"
Li Xian asked the painter beside him.
"No, but soon."
The artist replied. His hands did not stop moving and he was busy painting.
"Yes, draw it well. I'll get someone to carve it and print it as a cover later.”
"Emperor Zhenguan gnawing on a corn cob!”
"Let the commoners enjoy what the emperor eats!”
The painter was speechless. He looked at Li Xian in disbelief.
This Young Master Li Xian really knew how to play.
……
Halfway through their journey, Li Shi Min and the others met the Crown Prince Li Chengqian and the King of Wei Li Tai, who had brought their guards out of the city to look for them.
Although Li Shiming often left the palace, this was the first time he had stayed out all night.
Empress Zhangsun was also worried that something would happen, so it was not appropriate to order the guards in the palace to look for her.
He let Crown Prince Li Chengqian and Li Tai go out of the city to hunt and find Li Shimin.
"Imperial Father, no matter what, you shouldn't stay out all night. Imperial Mother is very worried.”
Li Chengqian complained.
"Ahem, I was just delayed by some matters and made a fuss.”
Li Shi Min blushed and tried to explain.
"Alright, big brother, it's good that you've found it. I've already sent someone back to the palace to report to mother and let her rest assured.”
The King of Wei, Li Tai, had a chubby face, and his eyes were so mesmerized by his smile that they formed a slit. He looked adorable.
"Imperial Father, let's eat here and return to the palace after we're done.”
Li Shi Min smiled and nodded.
"Green Sparrow is still sensible. I happen to be a little hungry.”
"Learn from your younger brother. You keep a straight face all day. Zhen doesn't even know who's the father between the two of us!”
Li Chengqian was 14 years old and Li Tai was 12 years old. They were still children.
When Li Chengqian became the Crown Prince, he was lectured by Kong Yingda, Yan Shigu, and the other great scholars like a little old man, like an old teacher.
Li Tai didn't care about anything. He was good at studying and had a cheerful and lively personality.
Therefore, he naturally favored his younger brother, Li Tai.
"Father…"
Li Chengqian smiled bitterly. Who would have thought that the great Emperor Zhenguan would have such a childish side?
"Big brother, share some too."
Li Tai said with a smile.
"From this morning until now, you haven't eaten anything because you're worried about Imperial Father's comfort.”
Now, the two of them had not become incompatible with each other because of the fight for the throne. The atmosphere was like that of brothers.
Li Chengqian smiled and nodded. He also stood up and went to the dining table.
Roasted lamb leg…
"Imperial Father, why aren't you eating?"
Li Tai looked at Li Shi Min with a frown. He was holding his chopsticks and didn't know how to start. He clearly had no appetite for the food.
"Doesn't Imperial Father usually like to eat roasted lamb legs?”
Li Chengqian also started to worry.
"Could it be that Imperial Father is not feeling well?”
Li Shi Min put down his chopsticks and sighed.
"Sigh, there's no need. It's just that this roasted lamb leg is too greasy and has a strong smell. It's really difficult for Zhen to swallow.”
As Li Shi Min spoke, he took out the corn cob that Li Xian had given him and began to chew on it.
"You guys eat meat. I'll just eat this corn.”
"Don't say it. I'm used to eating this corn. It's fragrant, sweet, and has an excellent texture. I really don't think this mutton tastes good anymore.”
"Hmm? Why are you looking at me like that?"
Li Chengqian and Li Tai looked at Li Shiming chewing on the corn cob so happily, and they immediately started drooling without blinking.
"Imperial Father, let's share it!"
Li Shi Min immediately glared at him.
"Don't even think about it! No one can snatch my corn cobs!”
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