Chapter 886 Wrong Reason

The two people didn't sleep all night. Li Xiang was originally going to let the two people rest, but when the two people walked to the door, Li Xiang suddenly remembered another thing.

"During your investigation, did you notice that some people have disloyal intentions towards the Tang Dynasty?"

Both of them had already reached the door. When they heard Li Xiang say this, they immediately turned around.

To be honest, if it was about other things, the two of them might still have doubts, but there is really no doubt about this matter. No one in the entire Nanzhao Kingdom was disrespectful to the Tang Dynasty. These two people I don't understand Li Xiang's policy. Why do we want to take over this place when they are so respectful to us? It would be good to strengthen our rule as a vassal state.

"When I returned to Your Highness, I never found it."

Qian Ping is not a simple person. He used to be the eunuch manager of the East Palace. Later, after following Li Xiang, his observation skills improved a lot. Since he answered like this, he must have found nothing.

Zhang Jiuli next to him didn't say a word, which meant that he didn't notice it either.

"Do you think I'm too domineering?"

Li Xiang knew what the two of them were thinking, so he had to eliminate their doubts. If they continued with this doubt, bad things might happen in the future. It was related to the eternal foundation of the Tang Dynasty. Li Xiang could not Don't dare to slack off even a little bit.

"My subordinates dare not."

Both of them are Li Xiang's subordinates, and to put it bluntly, they both lead the team to make meritorious deeds. Who dares to arbitrarily discuss Li Xiang's gains and losses at this time? If I say something wrong, who knows what the consequences will be.

"It's normal to have doubts. I can also see that it's just like what happened in Tuyuhun. Everyone thinks that forcing Tuyuhun to surrender will be enough. Only I think that occupying them will do. The vassal states and the real territory of the Tang Dynasty, if If I had to choose, I would still choose the real Tang Dynasty territory."

Li Xiang originally wanted to have a good chat with them, but suddenly he thought of the limitations of these people in this era. Even if you tell them that they want an outlet in the Indian Ocean, these people probably don’t know where the Indian Ocean is. In short, let them understand the occupation There's no downside here either.

Regarding the matter of Tuyuhun, the whole Chang'an has now been spread. Fortunately, our Highness Taisun made a prompt decision. Otherwise, how could there be so many cheap war horses now? Although Tuyuhun is still a vassal state, the entire Tuyuhun is under the management mechanism of the Tang Dynasty, and the royal court of Tuyuhun is just a puppet.

Moreover, after Li Xiang's conquests in the north and south, the people of the Tang Dynasty also felt that instead of establishing a so-called vassal state, it is better for us to strengthen our rule and treat this place as the territory of the Tang Dynasty, so that it will be more convenient for us to do things in the future. many.

In addition to the formal management of the original leaders, all other military matters were managed by the Tang Dynasty. This would allow for a peaceful transition without giving them too much power, which would be of great benefit to the Tang Dynasty.

When the two went back to rest, Su Dingfang took on most of the things. Yesterday they were still talking about the temple. Today, Nanzhao has made arrangements for Li Xiang to meet their national master, Master Jinghong.

Li Xiang had already heard about this man. He was a famous Buddhist master in the southwest region. It was said that he had gone to Tianzhu to listen to the Buddha's message.

"If His Highness is not willing to go, I will just go back to them."

After Su Dingfang finished the report, he knew that Li Xiang was unwilling to meet these religious people. According to Su Dingfang's understanding, these people were purely demagogues. They did not play any role other than sucking the blood and sweat of the people. They were nothing more than the ruler's. Just a tool.

Li Xiang had told them before that it was not to prevent people from having similar beliefs, but that such beliefs should not be allowed to exceed a person's normal life. If it exceeded a person's normal life, then the court would crack down on such beliefs. faith.

"Why are you pushing me away? This is a respected master of Taoism, but you are showing off your full swagger. You must let everyone know that I also believe in Buddhism."

When Li Xiang said this, Su Dingfang's eyes widened. Even if he was beaten up now, he would not believe that Li Xiang believed in Buddhism. We have been in contact for a long time. What is it about you that is related to Buddhism?

"I'm not talking about your expression. Could it be that I don't look like a Buddhist?"

When Li Xiang saw Su Dingfang's expression, he felt that his self-esteem was hurt. You are clearly doubting me, and you are not making any cover-up.

"Your Highness, people who believe in Buddhism do not kill animals. What are we doing? How many people did we kill on the way from Tuguhun to Goguryeo? If you say that others believe in Buddhism, I might pinch my nose and admit it. Come down, but if I talk about you, even if you kneel in front of that temple for a month, I guess the Buddha would not dare to have a believer like you."

After Su Dingfang finished speaking, many people in the room wanted to laugh but did not dare to laugh. However, what Su Dingfang said was the truth. Buddhism emphasizes not killing, and there are various kind thoughts, but this is different from Li Xiangke Not the slightest bit related.

"You know what the heck, after all the wine and meat, the Buddha remains in your heart, and you will never be able to get on the stage in your life. Go and reply to others quickly, don't look for beatings here."

When Li Xiang said this sentence, Su Dingfang read it twice on the spot. It was a good thing, but it still sounded a bit uncomfortable and seemed to be arrogant.

When he walked to the door, Su Dingfang finally came to his senses. Our Highness must be the same as before, and he doesn't know much about Buddhism. The reason for setting up such a big battle is to let the people of Nanzhao see it. The Tang Dynasty also advocates Buddhism. There is no problem with your current belief. You must continue to learn it in the future.

In history, when Princess Wencheng entered Tubo, she also brought exquisite porcelain and a large number of Buddhist books. In order to vigorously develop religious beliefs in such a place, as long as you invest a large amount of comprehensive national strength into it, then your How can a country avoid weakening?

Although it may not be visible for the time being, as time goes by, this kind of belief will consume a large part of the national power. It is just that the formation of the belief does not take a day, but it does not take a day to get rid of it. When the rulers find out, they find that they There is nothing that can be done but to go with the flow.