The first rebel of the Tang Dynasty

At this time, in Chang'an City, the palace was majestic and majestic. Sunlight shines through the exquisite window lattice and onto the magnificent dragon chair. Li Shimin, the wise monarch of the Tang Dynasty, is sitting on it, with calmness and majesty between his brows. His gaze was like a torch, scanning the officials below, especially Fang Xuanling who was standing in front of him.

Fang Xuanling's face was full of anxiety and helplessness. He once assured Li Shimin that as long as the right talents are found, Qingzhou's problems can be solved. However, things didn't turn out as he expected. This made him feel mixed emotions when facing Li Shimin's questioning. The matter of talent is actually not that simple.

"Fang Xuanling, didn't you say that once there are talents, Qingzhou's problems will be solved? But I haven't seen the problem being solved." Although Li Shimin's voice was calm, it revealed unquestionable majesty. His eyes were fixed on Fang Xuanling, as if looking for a satisfactory answer.

Fang Xuanling lowered her head, feeling bitter in her heart. He knew that his promise had not been fulfilled, which disappointed Li Shimin. He took a deep breath and tried to calm down the emotions in his heart, then slowly raised his head and met Li Shimin's gaze.

"Your Majesty, I am aware of my guilt. I was indeed overly optimistic at the beginning, thinking that as long as I found the right talents, I could solve Qingzhou's problems. However, I also know that talents are hard to find, let alone talents who can solve such a difficult problem." Fang Xuanling sincerely stated her mistake and at the same time expressed her helplessness.

Li Shimin was silent for a while, and his eyes stayed on Fang Xuanling's face for a moment, as if searching for the old minister's true inner thoughts. His eyes were deep and complicated, showing both expectations for Fang Xuanling and disappointment at his failure to solve the problem. This silent atmosphere made Fang Xuanling feel an invisible pressure. He knew that he had to give a satisfactory answer.

Finally, Li Shimin spoke slowly, with an indescribable emotion in his voice: "Fang Xuanling, because of Lu Zhaolin's incident, your behavior made me feel very uncomfortable. I thought you could do a good job, but I didn't want to , you still can’t do it well.”

When Fang Xuanling heard this, she felt bitter in her heart. He understood that Li Shimin was referring to his mistakes in handling the Lu Zhaolin incident, which led to the failure of the free medical policy. This made him feel very guilty and remorseful, because he knew that his decision had caused trouble to the court and the people.

Fang Xuanling was in a bad mood at this time. He felt that he had been misunderstood by Li Shimin. He did not intentionally mess things up, but was trying to implement a policy that would benefit the people out of concern for the country and the people. However, things developed beyond his expectations, leading to unexpected consequences. At this time, Fang Xuanling was in a bad mood. Because he still engaged in free medical care, he ended up like this. Now, Li Shimin blames himself. This was a little hard for him to accept. But it wasn't just that, Li Shimin had blamed himself before. Li Shimin seemed to be aware of Fang Xuanling's bad mood. I was also too anxious. Fang Xuanling was also in a very unhappy mood. He didn't come here to be scolded by you. But who made the other party the emperor? There is no other way. He can only be scolded.

Facing Li Shimin's questioning, Fang Xuanling found it difficult to accept. He knew that he had always been loyal to the court and had sacrificed a lot for the benefit of the country and the people. However, at this moment, he felt that his efforts did not seem to be recognized by Li Shimin, which made him feel a little lost and frustrated.

However, Fang Xuanling also understood that as a courtier, he could not let his emotions affect his loyalty to the court and his responsibility to the country. He took a deep breath, tried to calm the turmoil in his heart, and prepared to give Li Shimin a satisfactory answer.

At this moment, Li Shimin seemed to notice Fang Xuanling's unhappiness and grievance. He frowned slightly, and couldn't help but regret that his words were too harsh. He knew that Fang Xuanling was a loyal and capable minister who had always paid a lot for the court and the people. I can't deny his efforts and dedication just because of a momentary disappointment.

So, Li Shimin adjusted his tone and tried to make his voice calm and sincere: "Fang Xuanling, I know your loyalty. You have paid a lot for the court, and I have always trusted you. However, Qingzhou's problems will not change day by day. If you solve it, I will feel uneasy for a day. I hope you can understand my painstaking efforts."

Hearing Li Shimin's words, Fang Xuanling's heart trembled. He felt Li Shimin's expectations and pressure, and also understood his responsibilities and responsibilities as a courtier. He knew that no matter how many difficulties and setbacks he encountered, he could never live up to Li Shimin's trust and expectations.

Fang Xuanling took a deep breath and looked at Li Shimin firmly, as if she wanted to convey her determination to this wise monarch. He said in a calm and powerful voice: "Your Majesty, I understand your painstaking efforts. The matter of Qingzhou is of great importance, and I will never dare to slack off. I will do my best to find suitable talents for the court to solve the problems in Qingzhou. .”

His words revealed an unquestionable firmness and determination, as if he was promising Li Shimin and swearing to himself. He knew that as an important minister of the imperial court, he shouldered the important responsibility of seeking the welfare of the country and the people. No matter how many difficulties and setbacks he encounters, he will not give up until he finds the right person to solve Qingzhou's problems.

Li Shimin couldn't help but feel a little relieved when he heard Fang Xuanling's answer. He saw Fang Xuanling's loyalty and responsibility, and also felt his deep affection for the court and the people. He knew that Fang Xuanling was a trustworthy minister who would do his best to seek the welfare of the court and the people.

However, Li Shimin is still brooding about the previous Lu Zhaolin incident. He recognized Lu Zhaolin's talents and abilities very much and considered him a rare talent. Therefore, he couldn't help but ask Fang Xuanling again: "Fang Xuanling, regarding Lu Zhaolin, do you know how he is doing?"

His tone revealed concern and expectation for Lu Zhaolin, as if he was looking for an answer that would satisfy him. For Li Shimin, Lu Zhaolin's departure was a regret and loss. He hoped to find him and let him serve the court.

When Fang Xuanling heard Li Shimin's question, he couldn't help feeling helpless. He no longer wanted to mention Lu Zhaolin, but when faced with Li Shimin's inquiry, he could only answer truthfully: "Your Majesty, I no longer pay attention to him. I heard that he left Chang'an, and I don't know anything else. "

There was a hint of apology and helplessness in his voice, as if he was expressing his powerlessness to Li Shimin. He knew Li Shimin's expectations and concerns for Lu Zhaolin, but he also knew that Lu Zhaolin had left Chang'an and he could do nothing more for him.

Li Shimin frowned slightly when he heard Fang Xuanling's answer. He still felt regretful and puzzled about Lu Zhaolin's departure. He didn't understand why such a talented person would choose to leave Chang'an. "Where did you go after leaving Chang'an?" Li Shimin asked again, with unquestionable determination and persistence in his voice, as if he wanted to break all the mysteries and find Lu Zhaolin's whereabouts. His eyes were fixed on Fang Xuanling, expecting him to give an answer.

However, Fang Xuanling could only shake his head helplessly, "This minister doesn't know either." There was a hint of apology in his voice. He knew Li Shimin's expectations and attention for Lu Zhaolin, but he really didn't know where Lu Zhaolin was.

After hearing this, Li Shimin couldn't help but frowned. He didn't expect that Fang Xuanling didn't know where Lu Zhaolin was, which made him even more confused and puzzled. Lu Zhaolin left Chang'an. Is it true that no one knew about such a big thing?

But how could Fang Xuanling know where he went.

Even when he set out, he didn't know where he was going.

It wasn't until he arrived in Dongzhou that he realized that he was going to Dongzhou.

It is impossible for Li Shimin to know where Dongzhou is.

"I don't know where I went? This..."

Li Shimin was very puzzled.

Fang Xuanling didn't even know where this person had gone. Looking at Li Shimin's frown, Fang Xuanling's heart moved, and he thought of Li Yun. Perhaps Li Shimin could ask Li Yun. After all, he was close to Li Min and might know where Li Min was. So, he tentatively said, "Your Majesty, maybe you can ask the Seventh Prince."

In fact, you can really ask Li Yun, because he is close to Li Min and must know where Li Min is now.

Regarding this, Li Shimin said: "Let's talk about this, forget it, since you don't know where they went, then let's leave it like this."

Li Shimin already has an idea.

That is to say, I want to find Li Yun and ask him about his recent technological development.

For a while, they stopped paying attention to technology.

I just wanted to ask Li Yun.

Li Shimin's eyes flashed with light when he heard Fang Xuanling's words. He nodded, indicating that he understood what Fang Xuanling meant. Indeed, Li Yun had a close relationship with Li Min, and he probably knew the whereabouts of Lu Zhaolin. Moreover, he also wanted to take this opportunity to learn about Li Yun's recent technological development. After all, they had not paid attention to this aspect for some time.

However, Li Yun was already engaged in construction at this time, so how could he talk to him so much anymore.

In fact, Li Yun had always wanted to talk to Li Shimin about something, and he just had time to talk to Li Shimin recently.

"If your Majesty has nothing else to do, I'll leave first." Fang Xuanling wanted to leave there, so she said this.

"Okay, you go out, I'll find you later." Li Shimin said.

Fang Xuanling slowly walked out of the palace, and the afterglow of the setting sun shone on him, reflecting his tired and determined figure. He looked up to the distant sky, where his mission seemed to be calling him. Although the task is arduous, he is fully aware of the heavy responsibility he shoulders and that Li Shimin's trust and support are the driving force for him to move forward.

During this period of time, Fang Xuanling has indeed been under tremendous pressure. From the implementation of the free medical policy to the establishment of medical insurance, he has been busy with almost no rest. However, he never complained because he understood that this was for the well-being of the country and the people.

Just when Fang Xuanling thought he could temporarily get rid of some troubles and enjoy a moment of peace, someone suddenly called out to him: "Wei Guogong, Your Majesty invites you!" This voice broke his meditation and made him feel a little helpless. He stopped and doubts arose in his heart: What happened? Is there anything else that needs him to deal with?

Fang Xuanling couldn't help but start thinking about her situation. He felt as if he was tightly bound by Li Shimin and couldn't get rid of him. He began to miss the time he spent working with Li Min. Although that period was full of challenges, at least he was free. This idea gave him the idea of ​​leaving Li Shimin and looking for Li Min. Maybe he could find his true destination there.

After Fang Xuanling denied the idea of ​​leaving the court, he showed his overall view and loyalty. He knew that his departure would not only bring a heavy blow to the ministers, but might also cause instability in the court. He understood that personal selfish desires must never override the safety of the court. This firm belief and loyalty is what makes him an outstanding minister.

So Fang Xuanling walked back resolutely, preparing to continue serving the court and Li Shimin. When he saw Li Shimin again, he took a deep breath and saluted respectfully: "Your Majesty, sir!"

After Li Shimin saw Fang Xuanling, he warmly invited him to sit down and said, "Come on, Fang Xuanling, sit down." This made Fang Xuanling a little confused. He didn't know what kind of medicine Li Shimin was selling in the gourd. .

Li Shimin explained: "It's okay, I just asked you to come over. I was thinking about a question and I hope you can give me a reference!" After hearing this, Fang Xuanling became even more confused and didn't know what Li Shimin wanted to ask him.

However, what Li Shimin said next surprised Fang Xuanling. He asked someone to bring out two pieces of clothing, and they turned out to be leather coats! Fang Xuanling looked at these two black leather jackets and was shocked. He never thought that Li Shimin would like such clothes, let alone that he would be so affected by new thinking.

Although Fang Xuanling was surprised, he didn't show it. He observed the two leather jackets carefully and then gave his opinion sincerely. He knew that as a minister, his duty was to advise the king, no matter how unexpected the king's ideas were.

Fang Xuanling looked at the leather jacket in front of her. Although she was surprised, her face remained calm. He knows that as a minister, he should always be cautious and alert and not show his emotions easily. So, he carefully observed the texture, style and color of the leather coat, then pondered for a moment, and then said: "Your Majesty, this leather coat is novel in style, and the black color also looks solemn and solemn. It is very suitable for Your Majesty's status."

When Li Shimin heard Fang Xuanling's evaluation, a glimmer of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. He nodded and said: "I also think this leather jacket is good, but I always feel it is a bit monotonous and lacks some variety."

When Fang Xuanling heard this, his heart moved. He understood what Li Shimin meant, which was to add some decorations or patterns to the leather jacket to increase its beauty and uniqueness. So, he tentatively asked: "Your Majesty, have you ever thought about embroidering some patterns on your leather clothes?"

Li Shimin's eyes lit up when he heard this suggestion. He said: "This is a good idea. Do you have any good suggestions?"

Fang Xuanling smiled slightly and already had an idea in mind. He said: "Your Majesty, I think you can embroider some auspicious patterns on your leather clothes, such as dragons, phoenixes, unicorns and other mythical animals, or auspicious clouds, auspicious animals and other patterns. These patterns are not only beautiful and elegant, but also show your majesty and auspiciousness. .”

Li Shimin was very satisfied after hearing this. He clapped his hands and praised: "Okay, okay, Fang Xuanling, your suggestion is in line with my wishes. Then follow your suggestion and let people embroider these patterns on the leather clothes."

After hearing this, Fang Xuanling breathed a sigh of relief.