Where did he plant the seeds in Dengzhou, but they did not germinate for so many years, those shipwrights and shipbuilders of the former Sui died and fled, and now there are not many people who can work, and Liaodong is occupied by Goguryeo, and there is no good wood. can only make some small sea ships scattered, which has nothing to do with the big ships in Li Dongsheng's imagination.

can only cultivate some skilled masters first, Li Dongsheng can only think so. Shipbuilding is not something that other industries can achieve overnight, this thing is to go to sea, and unqualified ships will capsize as soon as a wave comes. It's better to do the things in front of you first, this cotton cloth must be in demand in Datang, and you will make a big investment when you make money.

Li Dongsheng took the soldiers of the firearms battalion and dignitaries from all walks of life in Gaochang and the Western Regions to greet Qiao Shiwang in the Puchanghai area. At this time, it is autumn, the most beautiful season in the Western Regions, with golden poplar trees, flowers and plants of various colors, and green grasslands, and endless seas.

"We are a good place in Xinjiang, good pastures in the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, Gobi beaches have become fertile fields, and snow melts to irrigate farms. . . ." Li Dongsheng couldn't help but sing on the horse, thinking that the cotton cloth had been successfully produced, his mood became happy, Mu Zhonghai had already pulled a batch back to Chang'an, and it was estimated that it would definitely cause a huge sensation.

Yu Chi Baolin and Xi Junmai glanced at each other, Hou Ye was in a good mood, it was rare to see him so happy. They actually wondered that Li Dongsheng was a few years younger than them, and this life was like an old man, he didn't like to drink or gamble, and what was even more strange was that he was not lustful, he was only in his twenties, and he did things in a straightforward way, so they didn't dare to indulge too much. So rich and talented, I don't know if this life is boring.

Not far ahead, the Qijiaojing Pass is already in sight!

As soon as he crossed the mountain pass, he saw a large group of people and horses waving flags below, and a person ran out of the opposite side to confirm his identity.

The other party's men and horses parted ways, and a minister in a purple official robe in the crowd also jumped off his horse and strode up to meet him.

"Haha, I've heard the name of Lantian for a long time, but fate is not enough, today I finally saw it thousands of miles away, and we will be officials in the same place in the future, so we must be close!"

The purple-robed official from afar took the initiative to say hello, indicating that he still valued Li Dongsheng more, and a stone in Li Dongsheng's heart was put down, because the policy he formulated was based on a stable environment in the Western Regions. Flash Dance

"Qiao has protected his reputation, but the lower officials don't dare to be ......," Li Dongsheng stepped forward with a smile and saluted back.

This person is Qiao Shiwang, in his forties, with a beard, it can be seen that he was also a handsome guy back then, his hair was a little gray, but his back was straight, and he looked good, it seems that Li Yuan didn't choose him as a son-in-law casually.

Qiao Shiwang strode forward, grabbed Li Dongsheng's hand hard, patted him on the shoulder with one hand and said with a smile: "Why can't you afford it, I have admired the name for a long time, I have done poetry well, I have made a lot of money, and I am even more powerful in war, and Datang will rely on you young people in the future." Hehe! ”

The sedan chair was carried by everyone, and Li Dongsheng could only smile when he saw that people were giving face like this: "Qiao Duhu praised the lower officials so much, and the lower officials should be proud!" ”

Qiao Shiwang was stunned by Li Dongsheng's words, and then laughed: "I didn't expect you to be so witty, okay, you won't be lonely here in the future." After the greetings, Li Dongsheng introduced Qiao Shiwang to his subordinates and the nobles of Gaochang Western Regions, and then the team returned to Gaochang.

Li Dongsheng prepared a grand banquet in the Gaochang Palace to catch the wind for Qiao Shiwang and his party. The nobles of Gaochang and the Western Regions all attended, which shows that the countries of the Western Regions attach great importance to the newly established Anxi Protectorate, and these people know in their hearts that from now on, the Western Regions will be firmly controlled by the Tang Dynasty, and the Turks will no longer have the slightest right to speak in the Western Regions.

Anzai Duhu is the mother-in-law on his head in the future, and this needs to be done well, no matter what, to leave a good impression on him. Li Dongsheng also has to take a good look at the sycophants, this is the God of Wealth, the current wine shop and the felt factory, in the past half a year, they have brought huge profits, even the cotton they grow has also earned a lot, and the tribes that are doing a lot of people have also paid tribute to them, and those who can lead everyone to live a good life must be respected.

Li Dongsheng arranged for Qiao Shiwang to sit in the chief, and then introduced him to these nobles and grandsons of the Western Regions, as well as businessmen, everyone first presented a gift list to Lord Du Hu as a meeting gift, Qiao Shiwang was not polite, some staff members took the gift list, and he also kindly clinked glasses with these people one by one, and everyone was relieved, knowing that Qiao Shiwang was not a strong and domineering character.

So Li Dongsheng clapped his hands, and countless orchids entered the venue to dance, and the guests and hosts enjoyed themselves at the banquet.

Qiao Shiwang lived directly in the Gaochang Palace, he was a high-ranking official of the second grade, and no one said anything when he lived here, Li Dongsheng looked at his purple robe and was also very greedy, and he didn't know when he would be able to wear it.

The next day, in the Gaochang Palace, Qiao Shiwang and Li Dongsheng sat opposite each other, with a coffee table in front of them, and Li Dongsheng personally showed him the tea ceremony, and the two laughed and talked in a harmonious atmosphere.

"You, yesterday let those people send me such a heavy gift, and today I was shocked when I saw the gift list, if Your Majesty knew about it, how would I get it." Qiao Shiwang was extremely satisfied with Li Dongsheng, he had extra money when he first arrived here, and he was still very on the road. Such a talented and discerning young man doesn't know why those families can't get used to him, they can only say that they are jealous.

"Lord Duhu, this has nothing to do with me, it is those princes and nobles in the Western Regions who admire the prestige of the adult, these people have contacts, presumably Your Majesty will not care." Li Dongsheng is now also talking about these officialdom clichés.

"Haha, you... Qiao Shiwang smiled and nodded at him with his hand. He is Li Shimin's brother-in-law, how can Li Shimin punish him for receiving such a gift, it's just his kind words. The laughter stopped: "Duke Lu Guogong was impeached by the imperial history, and has been taken into custody by His Majesty, waiting for the review and ruling of Dali Temple." ”。

Li Dongsheng was stunned for a moment, and then realized that he was talking about Hou Junji, and said gloomily: "It's a pity for the chief manager." The lower officer advised him not to indulge the soldiers in the city of Gaochang, but unfortunately he did not listen to me. ”

"He almost ruined His Majesty's overall situation in the Western Regions, and he didn't want to punish him, but someone impeached him for keeping the filial piety of the officers below, and the amount was huge, and it is said that he dragged thirteen carts in a carriage, so His Majesty was furious... Qiao Shiwang said meaningfully: "It's not easy to clean up this mess in Gaochang now, right?" ”