The guilt in Li Shi Min's heart only flashed for a moment.
He was his son. He had given his life to him. What was wrong with giving him the credit?
Besides, who was Li Shi Min?
He was a ruthless person who could kill his brother. After the incident, not only did he take away the throne that originally belonged to his brother, but he also accepted his brother's wife.
If he had to feel guilty, he would have died of guilt long ago.
"Fictional!"
Li Shi Min said seriously.
"King of Shu, Li Ke, left his fief without permission and did not respect the system. However, on account of his meritorious service in treating smallflower and developing smallflower reagent, he will not be punished.”
"Order the King of Shu, Li Ke, to return to the capital immediately and share the smallflower reagent with the Imperial Physician Department to make up for his mistakes.”
"In the future, if you don't listen to me, I will definitely punish you severely!”
The Ministry of Central Affairs drafted an edict to all parts of the world.
This time, it was another storm of topics for Li Ke.
Zhangsun Wuji, Kong Yingda, and the others all smiled triumphantly.
They had achieved their goal.
He suppressed the vile descendant of the Sui Dynasty, Li Ke, and prevented him from accumulating prestige and becoming the emperor.
They had won again.
"In addition, the Ministry of Revenue has mobilized a batch of relief food. I want to ensure that these disaster victims survive.”
Li Shi Min said seriously.
"The people of the Great Tang are my people, and I am their sovereign father. I will not let them fall into despair.”
"I swear that even if I have to scrimp and save, I will not starve a small-flower patient to death this time!”
Li Shimin spoke righteously and emotionally, and there were even some tears in the corners of his eyes.
However, everyone present knew that this was just a performance.
Even so, everyone still needed to cooperate.
"Your Majesty is wise and benevolent. Your Majesty is the first emperor in history, the most benevolent ruler in all of history!”
Zhangsun Wuji, Kong Yingda, and the other ministers were also moved. Some even cried on the spot.
In terms of acting skills, these politicians were all movie kings.
However, acting was one thing, but he was indeed very efficient.
Under the arrangement of Zhangsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, and the other capable officials, the Ministry of Revenue squeezed out two million catties of grain to be used for disaster relief and to keep 300,000 people alive.
"What a pity. This food can only last for more than half a month. After that, we still have to think of a way to live for these people.”
Fang Xuanling couldn't help but worry.
It was just the second year of Zhenguan. Li Shimin had been in charge for a year. Although the people's livelihood had improved a lot, the national treasury was still poor.
A large amount of wealth and food were in the hands of the aristocratic families.
To be able to mobilize this 2,000,000 jin was already his limit.
After half a month, there was really no other way.
"What half a month later?"
Zhangsun Wuji's expression was calm as he spoke coldly.
"His Majesty has said that we can't starve a small-flower patient to death. They've all recovered, so they're naturally not small-flower patients.”
"The Imperial Court will not need to take responsibility, understand?”
Fang Xuanling's body trembled as he looked at Zhangsun Wuji with a meaningful look.
He finally knew why Li Shiming liked Zhangsun Wuji and doted on him.
While Zhangsun Wuji was protecting Li Shimin's reputation, he was also helping Li Shimin save costs and protect his interests.
Li Shi Min naturally liked such a talent.
Compared to Zhangsun Wuji, he was still a little lacking.
If they were cured, they would no longer be small-flower patients and would no longer be at the center of the problem. Naturally, they would no longer have any value.
Their life and death had nothing to do with the Imperial Court or His Majesty.
"Get someone to take the things away."
Zhangsun Wuji said in disgust.
"It's too good for these commoners."
……
In Long Water Village, Li Shi Min's imperial edict had already reached here.
All the villagers in Changshui Village exploded!
"F * ck, is there still a good path in this world?!”
"Just say that His Highness the King of Shu came out to save people. He didn't have any ulterior motives.”
"The imperial court is full of bad people. There are no good people. Even a good person like the King of Shu can't stay in that place.”
"F * ck, I want to beat up those dog officials in Chang 'an!”
"We can't beat them in Chang 'an. The scoundrels and soldiers guarding the imperial court are still there. Beat them up and avenge the King of Shu!”
No one knew who suggested it first, but in an instant, all the men and women of Changshui Village, old and young, and even the children who were half grown up, picked up the stones and followed the big team.
They surrounded and beat up the Sishui County Deputy Lu Bing and the close to 100 soldiers.
"Coward! I want you to harm His Highness the King of Shu!"
"I'll kill you dogs to avenge the King of Shu!”
Lu Bing and the others felt wronged, but they didn't dare to say anything. There were more than 300 villagers in Guanzhong, and the people there were tough and ruthless. They were no match for them at all.
Just then, Li Ke brought his men over.
"Your Highness, save me!"
Lu Bing asked for help. He was afraid that if he continued fighting, he would lose his life.
"Stop, it has nothing to do with them.”
Li Ke stopped the villagers and said with a smile.
"We can't blame them for this.”
It was all thanks to Li Ke that Changshui Village could survive. Li Ke's words were more effective than an imperial edict. If he said not to fight, he would immediately stop fighting.
Everyone looked at Li Ke in unison, their eyes filled with heartache.
However, he didn't know what to say to comfort her.
"Everyone, do your own thing. The rice, corn, and sweet potatoes in the field need to be taken care of.”
Li Ke said with a smile.
"Thank you for your concern. Don't worry.”
"This king isn't a petty person and won't take it to heart.”
Only then did the villagers disperse. They knew that Li Ke wanted to stay alone. If everyone stayed, he would be more annoyed.
How could they know that Li Ke actually did not take it to heart at all?
His father couldn't take his credit even if he wanted to.
After sending the villagers away, Li Ke went fishing by the river and enjoyed life.
"Big Brother Li."
Suddenly, a little girl as cute as a porcelain doll jumped out and shouted with a smile.
"Er Ya, why are you here? Come here, Big Brother Li will give you candy.”
Li Ke smiled when he saw her. This was the granddaughter of Aunt Wang from the village, Wang Erya.
He was five years old this year and was a tomboy. He was mischievous but also cute.
"Wood."
Wang Erya took the lollipop from Li Ke and took a big bite. She smiled in satisfaction.
"My grandma said that Brother Li is in a bad mood and asked me to accompany you.”
Er Ya said proudly.
"They said that you like me very much and are happy to see me.”
Li Ke was amused and laughed out loud. This girl was really cute and likable.
"Yes, they are right."
Li Ke hugged Er Ya and said with a smile.
"When Big Brother Li saw Er Ya smile, he forgot all his troubles.”
Er Ya raised her head and looked at Li Ke cutely.
"Then why is Big Brother Li upset?"
Li Ke was stunned. He wasn't annoyed, but he knew that if he didn't say something to Er Ya, he definitely wouldn't give up.
Then, he briefly explained his own matters.
After Er Ya heard this, she frowned in displeasure. She took a mouthful of soup and said unhappily.
"Brother Li, you're too pitiful.”
"Your father wants to snatch his own things.”
"My father always buys things for me and treats me very well.”
"Your father is really not something."
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