Datang: Salted fish at the beginning, Gao Yang was given marriage by Li Er

Chapter 248 Building an Altar to Worship the Heaven
The outskirts of the imperial city.

A large number of foot strength and soldiers were requisitioned.

Dozens of horse-drawn carts and donkey carts pulled heavy stones past under the whips of the soldiers.The soldiers in the ranks rushed up and quickly moved the stones down. The smooth and flat stones were carried onto the base, and the stone pillars carved with dragons were also erected under the guidance of the strong soldiers.

"Hurry up! After seven days, can't build an altar yet? Haven't you had enough to eat?"

The captain standing tall on the stage was a little sullen, and slammed his whip in mid-air, directing the dense crowd of people under the stage.

Li Xian was still trying on the newly acquired cloak in the workshop, but Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao forced him into the carriage, saying that he was going to the outskirts of Wangcheng to visit the soon-to-be-built altar.

In the early winter morning, the lazy eyes of Chen Yang were all over the city, and many people walked to the long street. After hearing the news that the royal family built an altar, they put down their work and went to join in the fun.

All the way along the carriage, there were all speculations and anecdotes about the construction of the altar.

"Hey, you don't know how mighty and mighty the scene is when many officers and soldiers are pulling a whole cart of huge boulders."

"We in the Tang Dynasty rarely have such a grand scene. Could it be because of the floods in the north this year? His Majesty wants to build an altar to worship the heavens and pray for good weather in the coming year, right?"

"What nonsense, the barbarians in the Western Regions are restless. Your Majesty is going to build an altar to reach the sky, and make his voice stronger, so that everyone in the world can see the might of the Tang Dynasty soldiers. I heard that he will also confer officials and worship generals on the altar."

"That's not the person who was named, they are all great heroes of the Tang Dynasty's Western Expedition, amazing."

Passing through the crowds, the carriage drove slowly all the way, and the three of them got out of the carriage in a crowded place, stopped in front of the armed soldiers, and looked at the altar from afar.

Cheng Chu took a silent breath, secretly amazed.

"It's really sitting on the majestic altar. The base alone is comparable to a platform for burning incense and worshiping."

Qin Huaidao's eyes twinkled with starlight, and his face was full of longing.

"Look at the four small platforms scattered around, they must be where important military positions stand."

"This is a scene comparable to a grand event. It seems that His Majesty attaches great importance to this battle. If you can stand on such a platform, it will be such an exciting thing."

When Li Xian was appointed an official and worshiped the general, he looked at the magnificent building in front of him, and his heart was inexplicably infected, and he was faintly excited.

"That's right."

"Although this battle is a battle of crushing, in His Majesty's heart, it is the beginning of announcing to the people of the world that the Tang Dynasty surpasses all other countries."

"Qiang Tang, will rise from here!"

Quite a few people crowded together, wanting to get to the front row to see the majestic siege. The three figures in Chinese clothes were gradually drowned by the noise like boats in the waves.

"Oh, Rang Rang, hurry up and leave after reading the previous one, and let me see what's going on."

"Yo~ There are four high platforms in the four corners. Are these the commanders standing on? There are two stone steps under the small platform."

"Where is it? Let me take a look too. Maybe this stone step is set up for the military officer and lieutenant general. Alas, the one in front has its head down, so it can't be seen."

"Shrink your ass, I'm not a shrinking turtle, I can stretch my neck and stand on tiptoe if I can't see it."

"Isn't that why I've become a turtle too!!"

……

"Father built an altar to sacrifice to the heavens, and marched for the generals of the Western Expedition. This is a grand scene that has not been seen in several years."

Li Chengqian walked up the corridor with his hands behind his back, and dragged his cloak across the wooden boards on the ground, as if in a majestic posture.

A few counselors surrounded him behind him, afraid of stepping on their cloaks, they kept a distance and responded in a low voice.

"I heard that the battle of the Western Expedition was an easy task. It can be said that you have to show your momentum. Your Majesty is like this."

The thin-faced figure stroked a tuft of beard under his pointed chin, and answered first.

At the end, looking at the figure walking in front, he cautiously added a word.

"His Royal Highness, there is another theory."

"A few days ago in the main hall, Li Xian was also called into the hall. When talking about this battle, he boasted that he would send 3 people to destroy the country."

"Therefore, Your Majesty's Long Yan is very happy..."

Stepping on the soap boots, the figure suffocated slightly, and turned to his face.

"Thirty thousand?"

"A total of 5 people, including border guards, want to destroy Tuyuhun?"

A look of astonishment appeared in Li Chengqian's eyebrows, somewhat surprised by such a thing.

No matter how stupid the barbarians were, they would not stretch their necks and wait for the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty to attack them, would they?
The horses on the desert oasis alone can be close to a million in total. Can 5 people do it?
"Uh……"

The thin-faced scholar showed some hesitation on his face, and said slowly.

"But that's the case. Even Duke Wei seems to have not refuted this family business, so it must be settled."

hiss~
Li Chengqian gasped in his heart.

If 3 people can really achieve this feat, it can be regarded as leaving a strong mark in the history of the Tang Dynasty!
Turning around slightly, Li Chengqian frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and asked.

"Besides Li Xian, are there any other young generals who will go to war?"

"Yes, yes."

The other scribes beside him hurriedly responded.

"There is Cheng Chumo, the eldest son of Duke Lu's mansion. I heard that he serves as a deputy general under Duke Lu's command. There is also General Yunhui Su Dingfang's beloved son Su Qingjie, who seems to be serving as a military officer under General Li Daozong."

Call ~
A long stream of turbid air was blown out between the nostrils.

Li Chengqian turned around and continued to walk slowly, looking at the few green buds emerging from the dark branches and leaves, with a hint of regret in his tone.

"Li Xian, this person, has had the clues to become a big event long ago, it's a pity."

"In this battle, although the young generation of Tang Dynasty participated in the battle, they still cannot surpass this person. When they triumph, they will be the most honorable talents in the court."

"As the prince of the Tang Dynasty, I feel so sad that I can't take over his talents."

Light and shadow are dancing, times have changed, Li Chengqian also knows that his father is bound to grow old, but now he has the most dazzling talent among the three brothers.

If I can't recruit the best of the younger generation, in time, the King of Wei and the King of Wu will become more and more powerful, and my position in the court will definitely be threatened.

"King Wu still has something to do with Li Xian in business, is there any new progress now?"

Among the princes, the one Li Chengqian fears the most is Wu Wang Li Ke.

Not to mention smart since childhood, he has a restrained personality and is calm in dealing with things. In terms of public opinion in the court, he seems to be better than himself.

Li Zhen, the prince Qianniu's bodyguard who had been accompanying him all the time, stepped forward and cupped his hands.

"Not optimistic."

"Recently, His Majesty the King of Wu has changed his previous stance and left the mansion frequently to personally select suitable shops in the streets and alleys. It seems that he intends to expand again."

"certainly……"

Li Zhen raised his head, took a deep look at Li Chengqian, and continued.

"It is not ruled out that there will be new transactions."

The palm hanging by the side was clenched secretly, the knuckles were drawn together, gradually turning white.

"Check it out and see if this matter is related to Li Xian."

"The two of them are too deeply involved, and sooner or later something will happen."

"If you find out, you can warn Li Xian about the identity of the King of Wu before making a decision."

Hearing this, Li Zhen arched his arms again.

"promise!"

After waving his hand, Li Chengqian retreated and followed the figures around him.

"Go down and be quiet."

Walking to the flowerbed alone, I stopped in front of a Samuume, and murmured to myself in the silent and empty courtyard.

"Li Xian, Li Xian, why did you suddenly appear in the court of Tang Dynasty?"

(End of this chapter)