Chapter 1438 Changsun Chong’s new position

Li Xiang had long known that Changsun had rushed over and brought information about the Arabian Empire. This matter could not be explained clearly in a few words, so he specially chose lunch time to go over and talk. It happened that the two of them were also They hadn't seen each other for a long time, and Li Xiang also wanted to have a meal with Changsun Chong.

Although both of them are in the capital, it is very difficult for them to have a meal because of their busy official duties. Now Admiral Tiance's Mansion is responsible for almost all important things in the entire Tang Dynasty. Li Xiang's meal time is not long. Today, we have to talk about business over the meal, so we can extend it a little longer.

"I have met His Highness."

After being taken to the dining room at the back by Manager Xia, Changsun Chong was about to bow down, but was pulled up by Li Xiang.

"Why are there so many rules after returning to Chang'an? It turns out that there weren't so many rules when I was on the front line. It's not like you don't know me. If I have to come and worship like this every day, do I still need this waist? Sit down first Let’s have a cup of tea and we’ll have dinner soon.”

Seeing Changsun Chong serious about saluting him, Li Xiang had to sigh, Chang'an City is a place that changes people. When they were on the southern front line, Changsun Chong was also arm-in-arm with Li Xiang. Not only is the relationship between superiors and subordinates, the relationship between relatives is also very close. He is both his cousin and his elder brother-in-law.

"The etiquette of the imperial court cannot be abolished. It turns out that when we were on the front line, we were the biggest, and we could do whatever we wanted. Although we are now in the dining room of General Tiance's mansion, if we are seen by others, tomorrow Cure me for the crime of disrespect, and my whole family will be busy."

Changsun Chong also shook his head helplessly. He was not a person who followed the rules in the first place, but now he is in a high position, especially after Changsunze became the protector of Annan, the whole family has reached a higher level, so Changsun Wuji also gave these Everyone has said that you must be solemn in any situation, and no one can find any excuses, otherwise it will be a disaster for the entire family.

In fact, when you are favored, these things, no matter how many officials and imperial officials tell you, cannot shake you at all, but if you fall out of favor, these things may be a fatal disaster. Changsun Wuji was in Chang'an Cheng has been an official for so many years. It can be said that he has seen a lot of similar things. Of course, he cannot let his children and grandchildren make mistakes.

"It seems that my uncle has given you all instructions, but you can rest assured that you can do whatever you want in the front hall. After all, there are too many officials outside, but it doesn't matter here."

When Li Xiang was talking, Changsun Yunyi had already come over with her maid. This was Changsun Chong's cousin, and she was also the woman of the Changsun family in the Taisun Mansion's public presence.

"I met my uncle..."

Nowadays, Li Xiang's family is also full of open and covert fighting. Although some people seem harmless to humans and animals, they are involved in the huge interests behind them. The saying that the former dynasty is connected to the harem is true at all.

It was really tasteless for two grown men to drink, so Li Xiang asked the eldest grandson Yunyi to come over and pour the wine. Firstly, he could meet his mother-in-law's family, and secondly, it was a place where multiple people could chat. As for the so-called military and state affairs, eldest grandson Yunyi was also there. I have heard it since I was a child. There is no chance of a traitor in such a home, let alone the so-called leakage of secrets.

After a while, the food was served. There were seven dishes and one soup for the three of them. Changsun Chong was used to this. Taking some wealthy families in the capital as an example, such meals were a bit simple, but Li Xiang It has always been like this. If there were only Li Xiang and Changsun Yunyi at noon, then four dishes and one soup would be enough.

According to Li Xiang, is there any use in eating so many good things? Moreover, there is no health maintenance. A person only needs to eat normally. Most of them are home-cooked meals, and there are not so many precious things. Under the influence of Li Xiang, Chang'an City today also has a trend of frugality.

In fact, the amount of money Li Xiang can save by himself is limited. Even if all of it is transported to the front line, it will not change anything. But if this trend spreads throughout Chang'an City and all the dignitaries are a little frugal, then this savings will The money is not a small amount, it can at least support tens of thousands of troops for a year, which is definitely not a joke.

Of course, this trend has not spread throughout Chang'an City at this stage. Only the subordinate officials of General Tiance's Mansion do this. Others still think it is more important to enjoy it. After all, being an official for thousands of miles is just for money, and there are many officials' families. If you already have money, you can't control other people's own food and drink, right?

"Let's have a drink first. It's been a long time since we drank together."

Although Li Xiang is still young now, after taking charge of Chang'an, he always feels that his vigor has lost a lot. If this continues, Li Xiang really has to save himself and become the decisive and decisive person he was before. Only young people can do it. If they enter middle-aged and old age early, it will be of little benefit to the current Datang Empire.

When Li Shimin didn't ascend the throne and proclaimed himself emperor, he was still a high-spirited young man. As long as someone from various places said something bad, they would immediately send troops to fight. But after becoming the emperor, all he considered was food, rice, oil and salt. Although the Tang Dynasty was engaged in foreign wars Continuously, but compared to the days when he was not the emperor, he seems to have restrained himself a lot.

Now that the comprehensive national strength of the Tang Empire is booming, Li Xiang also knows that it is a good opportunity for expansion. If the Tang Empire loses this good opportunity because of his change in personality, he will really be a sinner of history.

The two drank a glass of wine together. Changsun Yunyi served Li Xiang and put the food into Li Xiang's bowl. The maid next to him also served Changsun Chong. This is what an aristocratic son in feudal society should do.

"There are a lot of things going on in Chang'an, and it's not easy to drink. But it's much safer than the front line."

Changsun Chong also told the truth. Although there are often flashes of swords and swords in Chang'an City, there are still many advantages compared with the front line. At least you don't need to worry about arrows shot from behind.

"I heard that you came here for the Arabian Empire. Has the spy we arranged sent back any news?"

After three glasses of wine, the foreshadowing is almost complete. Now we have to talk about the Arab Empire. (End of chapter)