Chapter 529

He recalled the expression on Li Yuan's face when he learned everything after the Xuanwu Gate Incident was launched.

It was an expression of disbelief, yet also of sorrow and despair.

Li Er would never be able to forget it for the rest of his life.

To this very day.

His own son had embarked on the same path as he once did.

This dramatic turn of events made it truly difficult for Li Er to accept in his heart.

"This time, we must reach an alliance with Great Qin no matter what; otherwise, our Great Tang won't even be able to hold onto half of our territory." After a long while, Li Er calmed his emotions and spoke slowly.

"Your Majesty, it is truly excellent that you can think this way. As the saying goes, as long as the green hills remain, one need not worry about firewood. As long as our Great Tang can catch its breath, and Your Majesty works diligently to govern, it is not necessarily impossible to defeat Great Qin if the court officials are united as one."

Hearing these words, Fang Xuanling breathed a sigh of relief.

What he feared most was Li Er losing his fighting spirit.

Especially under the repeated blows from his own son.

Even if Qin Mu has entered and taken control of Changancheng, it does not mean that Great Qin has truly unified the world!

Great Tang still possesses half of the empire!

The nine commanderies of Jiangnan are the most prosperous and affluent places in the entire Central Plains.

Whether in terms of grain production or economic resources, they can be said to have incomparable innate advantages.

Coupled with the Grand Canal excavated by the previous Sui Emperor Yang Guang, which connects the transportation between the north and south banks, the economic development of the Jiangnan region has become even more rapid.

All of this gives Great Tang the capital to contend with Great Qin!

"Xuanling, it is truly wonderful to have you by my side. If it weren't for you, I truly wouldn't know how to contend with that brat Qin Mu." Li Er looked at Fang Xuanling with gratitude.

As the saying goes, strong winds reveal the sturdy grass, and raging fires test true gold!

Fang Xuanling's loyalty and courage were displayed to the fullest at this very moment, making Li Er feel incomparably fortunate in his heart.

"Why does Your Majesty say such things? Since your humble servant has already pledged his heart to Your Majesty, I should naturally serve you until death, and I dare not have the slightest improper thought."

Fang Xuanling said righteously.

"Hahaha! Good! Let's go. Since Qin Mu has entered and taken control of Changancheng, we must go and offer our congratulations regardless!"

Li Er laughed heartily and, taking Fang Xuanling with him, walked toward Changancheng.