Chang 'an was flooded and the aristocratic families were stockpiling food. These incidents were recorded in the history of the Tang Empire.
However, it was impossible for Qin Yun to tell Li Shimin that he knew the history of the Great Tang.
He said," I noticed that the weather has suddenly become hot and humid in the past few days. I feel that there might be a rainstorm. When that time comes, Chang 'an City's terrain is relatively low. There will definitely be floods."”
"And those aristocratic families probably noticed this, so they began to purchase large quantities of food, hoping to make a fortune when the flood comes.”
Upon hearing Qin Yun's words, Li Shimin, Fang Xuanling, and Du Ruhui looked up at the sky.
He found that the sun was shining brightly in the sky. Although it was a little stuffy, it did not look like a storm was coming.
"Little Abbey Dean, are you sure you're wrong?”
Fang Xuanling questioned.
Qin Yun said," In any case, there's nothing wrong with listening to me. Quickly return to stock up on rations. Otherwise, you won't even have food to eat when the time comes.”
Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui looked at each other. Du Ruhui said,""Don't worry, young Abbey Dean. We still have a lot of food at home. Even if there is a flood, we are not afraid.”
Qin Yun said," This flood will last for a long time. I'm afraid your family's rations won't be enough.”
" The food in Chang 'an City has been purchased by the aristocratic families," Li Shiming said." Even if we buy it, we probably won't have any left."”
Qin Yun said," It's not too late to buy them now. Anyway, we'll stock up as much as we can. Even if we can't finish them, we can sell them. We won't suffer any losses.”
Li Shi Min pondered for a moment, then said,"Alright, wait for Zhen to return to the palace and discuss with the other ministers before making a decision.”
Qin Yun knew that although Li Shimin was the emperor, he had many matters to discuss with the civil and military officials. Therefore, he did not say much.
Li Shimin brought Princess Changle, Fang Xuanling, and Du Ruhui to play with Qin Yun for half a day before returning to the palace.
Upon returning to the royal palace, Li Shimin recalled Qin Yun's words and immediately gathered the civil and military officials for a meeting in Dew Hall.
When they learned that Li Shimin was preparing to store up rations, other than Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui, the other ministers all revealed doubtful expressions.
"Your Majesty, why did you suddenly think of stockpiling food? Is there going to be a war?”
"Yes, storing grain requires a sum of money. The national treasury doesn't seem to have any silver now.”
Li Shimin said," I feel that the weather is hot and humid recently. It may rain heavily. Chang 'an City is on the low side and is prone to floods. Therefore, I want to store some food in advance."”
"A flood? No way, right?"
"Yes, when did Chang 'an City experience a flood?”
Seeing that everyone didn't believe him, Li Shi Min didn't bother to explain and directly said,"Where is the Minister of Revenue?"
Tang Jian immediately walked out and cupped his hands."Your subject is here."
Li Shimin said,"Now, pass down my decree and start stockpiling food."”
"Your Majesty."
At this moment, Wei Zheng walked out.
"Your Majesty, the treasury is empty now. I don't think it's appropriate for you to store food without any basis.”
"That's right. Chang 'an has never experienced a flood before. If we suddenly store up grain now, it will only increase the pressure on the imperial court.”
"I also feel that it is inappropriate to use silver to store up grain without any evidence.”
Following Wei Zheng's words, many ministers stood up and objected.
Li Shi Min's eyes narrowed. He had thought that this was a small matter, but he didn't expect so many people to oppose it.
Seeing Li Shimin's troubled expression, Zhangsun Wuji said,""Your Majesty, although I don't know why you suddenly stockpiled food, it's too late to do so now.”
"Almost all the grain in the surrounding counties of Chang 'an has been bought by the aristocratic families.”
"What?"
Hearing Zhangsun Wuji's words, Li Shiming's eyes widened.
The bigger the actions of the aristocratic families, the more likely Qin Yun's suspicions were true.
Wei Zheng said with disdain," The aristocratic families of Chang 'an City were originally doing business. They didn't stock up grain that year. Lord Zhangsun, you don't have to make a fuss."”
Zhangsun Wuji said," There must be something fishy going on. These aristocratic families used to store very little grain, but this time, they have stored several times more than before. How do you explain this, Lord Wei?"”
" How can Lord Zhangsun compare the past with the present?" Wei Zheng said angrily." There is always an exception."”
Li Shi Min stretched out his hand." Alright, let's not argue anymore. Since everyone is against it, then let's put aside the matter of storing grain."”
If Wei Zheng and the others didn't object, Li Shimin would definitely store up the grain. After all, he trusted his son.
But now that so many people were against it, and the treasury was empty, Li Shiming thought about it again and again and decided not to do it.
After dismissing everyone, Li Shi Min felt dizzy.
He immediately fell asleep on the couch.
After some time, Li Shimin heard a loud noise.
Opening his eyes, Li Shi Min sat up and looked out of the window.
The sky outside was already dark, and it was raining heavily.
"The sun is still shining brightly during the day. Why is it raining so heavily at night?”
Li Shi Min frowned, suddenly having a bad feeling.
"Your Majesty, Lord Zhangsun, Lord Fang, and Lord Du are outside the hall.”
At this moment, Eunuch Wei, who was responsible for taking care of Li Shiming, walked in quickly and said to Li Shiming.
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