Chapter 1: The Brave Hero's Competition (First Update, Seeking Votes)

  Facing the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty, which is about to be congratulated by all nations, Du He has infinite admiration in his heart. In China's thousands of years of history, only the prosperous Tang Dynasty had this glory. The scene after New Year's Day, where tens of thousands of foreigners pay homage and kneel before Li Shimin, is an unparalleled spectacle.

  At the same time, an idea also sprouted in his heart. It's rare for so many barbarians to gather together, and it would be a pity not to take this opportunity to show off the prosperity of the Great Tang Dynasty, threaten these inferior countries, and let them know the majesty of my Great Tang Heavenly Dynasty.

  Just thinking of the many ways kings have shown off throughout history is also somewhat disheartening.

  To show off and flaunt their wealth, some emperors would issue special orders that the poor were not allowed on the streets, the big trees on the streets had to be wrapped in silk, satin and brocade, the common people selling goods had to reduce prices by tenfold, and even required local taverns and inns to waive the dining fees for foreign envoys.

  This is the most hateful thing that exhausts the people and wastes money, and it doesn't even have a deterrent effect.

  He was thinking aimlessly when he suddenly thought of the Olympic Games and Asian Games, two large-scale international events, and his mind was stirred. He exclaimed: "Uncle Li, I have an idea, I don't know if it's right to say or not!"

  "When you speak, I love to hear those novel ideas in your young mind!" Li Shimin became interested and ordered someone to bring a stool for Du He to sit on in front of him.

  "It is precisely because of the great Tang's might that shakes the four barbarians, that we have today's gathering of all nations to offer congratulations. If we do not take this opportunity to intimidate the various tribes, would it not be a waste of this excellent chance?"

  Facing Du He's question, Li Shimin had thought about it before, but the key was how to intimidate and deter them without exposing the overall strength of the Tang Dynasty, while also demonstrating its vast spirit and magnanimity. Especially this point, is most important, "I have also had ideas, but do not know where to start, what good suggestions do you have?"

  "It's a match!" Du He said two words, "Uncle Li can hold an international sports meeting!"

  "Sports Day!" Facing the new phrase from Du He's mouth, Li Shimin, this Tang Dynasty emperor furrowed his brow and stared at him as if to say "What is Sports Day? Explain it clearly to me!"

  "This sports meeting is a sports congress!" Seeing Li Shimin showing signs of bursting, Du He hurriedly said: "It's like our Lantern Festival, the Lantern Festival has flower lanterns, there are some firecrackers and fireworks, while the sports meeting is a congress that combines dozens of items such as archery, horse riding, wrestling, wrestling, martial arts and other competitions that showcase personal strength..."

  Du He said that here, Li Shimin had already shown a look of sudden realization, with excitement and seriousness in his eyes.

  "Here, Uncle Li can invite the visiting tribes to participate in a competition, using their divine archers to compete with my Great Tang's divine archers, and their brave warriors to compete with my Great Tang's brave warriors. The winner will be crowned champion by Uncle Li, and rewarded accordingly. As far as I know, the tribes revere personal heroism due to their harsh living environment, and they value and admire their brave warriors. If my Great Tang can win overall, the tribes will naturally feel admiration and awe for my Great Tang's many heroes and brave warriors."

  Li Shimin's fingers kept tapping on the table, one after another, very rhythmic.

  Du He knew it was his habit of self-reflection and didn't make a sound to disturb him, but quietly waited by his side.

  "Your idea is good, but you should know that archery, horse riding, wrestling and horn fighting are not the strong points of my Great Tang. This competition will start, and our Great Tang may not necessarily win!" Li Shimin's direction of consideration was correct, but he had already strayed into a dead end.

  Duhe could understand Li Shimin's concerns. As the most powerful country under heaven, he couldn't afford to lose, so he was afraid of losing and afraid of losing face for the Tang Dynasty. As an agricultural nation, they had inherent weaknesses in archery, horseback riding, wrestling, and other martial arts, so it was uncertain whether the Tang Dynasty could win.

  Du He smiled and asked straightforwardly: "Uncle Li, are you afraid of losing?"

  Li Shimin was shocked, his tiger eyes staring blankly at Du He, and after a long time, he let out a deep sigh: "Only you dare to speak to me like this. Afraid of losing? It can be said that it is, it can also be said that it is not. What I fear is not losing, but being unable to bear the loss. I am worried about losing the face of my great Tang dynasty."

  "I think Uncle Li has walked into his own trap!" Du He smiled and said: "Uncle didn't understand the true meaning of the sports meeting. What's wrong with losing? It's just a personal victory or defeat, my Great Tang's strength is there, even if we lose, no country will dare to look down on us. But this way, it has sounded an alarm for all the people of Great Tang. Every citizen of Great Tang takes pride in being part of Great Tang, what if they know that their archery and horsemanship are not as good as those of other tribes? If I were them, I would definitely practice hard to avenge our defeat. This also has the intention of encouraging the people to become stronger. Moreover, my Great Tang is a vast country, it's not necessarily true that we will lose to other tribes in archery and martial arts! Why doesn't Uncle Li have more confidence in his own country's warriors?"

  Li Shimin's eyebrows relaxed, as if avoiding the clouds and seeing the blue sky, and he smiled: "You're right! I conquered the world, but today I'm worried about winning or losing for a while, which is really not justified! Moreover, my Great Tang Dynasty will not necessarily lose!"

  Li Shimin understood everything, and Du He also let out a sigh of relief, continuing: "Uncle Li, this sports meeting is the brainchild of a young man's whimsy, but it may not be a bad idea in the long run. You can promote it within the military to inspire soldiers to strive for victory, or you can promote it throughout the land so that our Great Tang has people with unique skills who can show off their talents. This can also stir up enthusiasm among the common people for archery and horsemanship, and we can select extraordinary individuals from among them to serve our Great Tang!"

  "We also have this intention!" Li Shimin is a figure of what kind, in terms of vision and long-term perspective, the world does not make a second choice. As early as when he understood the wonderful place of sports, he had already moved this thought: "Tomorrow morning, I will announce this matter to the ministers. The sports meeting will be held every three years like the imperial examination, to encourage the people's martial spirit. Tomorrow, I will also widely dispatch envoys to inform each country's embassy, and let them return to their respective countries to summon brave warriors from various countries to compete with the great Tang Dynasty."

  Li Shimin was full of confidence at this moment, with a majestic air of pointing to the mountains and rivers!

  Du He then made some important suggestions based on the Olympic Games and Asian Games in later generations, and the two of them talked for three hours before stopping.

  Li Shimin was extremely pleased and delighted with Du Huaiyu, laughing: "You young man are indeed not ordinary, having many ingenious ideas, I really didn't misjudge you!"

  Du He slandered in his heart, and he didn't know whether this remark was self-praise or praise for this extraordinary talent.

  "It's just that this movement sounds a bit unpleasant to the ear, why don't we call it Brave Warrior Competition instead? It belongs to the brave warriors' competition, what do you think?" Li Shimin made a suggestion.

  Du He also felt that the title of "Movement King" was not suitable for ancient times, and "Brave Warrior Competition" was just right. He laughed and praised: "Uncle Li is wise, I admire you!"

  Li Shimin also showed a slight sense of self-satisfaction.

  Du He rubbed his hands together and smiled: "Uncle Li, you see the kid has given you so many good ideas and helped you out so much, shouldn't you show some appreciation!"