Buliugu Li himself served in the imperial guard corps, and because Emperor Taiwu believed him to be faithful and careful, Emperor Taiwu created him the Viscount of Zhang'an, and later made him a minister in the southern regional administration of the imperial government.
Buliugu Li was part of the imperial guard corps; Emperor Taiwu trusted his loyalty and prudence. As a result, Emperor Taiwu bestowed upon him the title of Viscount of Zhang'an and subsequently elevated him to a position as a minister in the southern regional administration of the imperial government.