Li Chengqian of the Tang Dynasty: Please say long live His Majesty

Chapter 122 Sun Simiao: The Prince's Leg Can Be Fully Recovered (Part )
East Palace, Guangtian Hall.

Li Chengqian lay calmly on the bed, looking at Sun Simiao, who had white hair and a youthful face and a flexible body, and kept pressing on his three meridians: the Stomach Meridian of Foot Yangming, the Bladder Meridian of Foot Taiyang, and the Gallbladder Meridian of Foot Shaoyang.

He didn't say much. Even though his leg bones were broken instead of his meridians, Sun Simiao's medical skills were not something he could compare to at all.

Even though he has been studying medicine constantly for some time, he still cannot figure out this kind of thing.

"So, your plan is to break the already grown leg bones again and then reconnect them, right?" Sun Simiao looked at Li Qin behind him with a pensive expression.

Li Qin, with a hint of gold in his hair and an odd voice, nodded and said, "Yes, the prince's leg injury is actually more of a misalignment. It just needs to be reattached."

"That's the theory, but it's not practical." Sun Simiao shook his head and looked at Li Chengqian. "The Crown Prince's leg has been injured for a year and a half, and many bones have stretched. Even if the Crown Prince's leg bones were broken again, they wouldn't be aligned properly."

"Ah!" Li Qin was suddenly surprised. He seemed to have never thought about this problem before.

Li Chengqian, lying on the bed, remained calm. He looked at Sun Simiao and asked, "Master, is it possible that my leg will never recover?"

"Not entirely." Sun Simiao suddenly laughed, turned his head to look at Li Qin, and said, "His method did give me some inspiration. Breaking the leg is feasible, but it requires crushing the extra leg bones in advance, then taking out the broken bones, and then aligning them. Theoretically, it can work."

"So it's about the pain and the removal of the broken bones." Li Chengqian suddenly understood, and then he said calmly, "Master, I can bear the pain here. As for the removal of the broken bones, please think of a solution and write a detailed memorial. Father will definitely provide what needs to be done. Also, please indicate the time required for recovery."

Sun Simiao looked up in surprise, then he immediately understood and nodded, "So that's how it is."

Why is this happening?

Of course, it is the time Li Chengqian needs to recover.

It will take two to three years to reconnect the broken leg and recover. Now Chen Dade has returned from Goryeo. If nothing unexpected happens, the emperor's expedition to Liaodong will begin in the next few years.

In other words, when the emperor returns from Liaodong, Li Chengqian's leg will be just right.

Who is Sun Simiao?

During the Western Wei Dynasty, he was already known throughout the world as a "holy child", and even Dugu Xin held him in high esteem.

During the reign of Emperor Jing of Northern Zhou, he had already mastered numerous Laozi and Zhuangzi theories, Taoist classics, and had amazing medical skills.

Yang Jian, who was an important official of the court at that time, was in charge of the government. He summoned Sun Simiao to be a doctor of the Imperial College, but Sun Simiao refused. Within a few years, Yang Jian usurped the Sui Dynasty.

In the 38th year of the founding of the Sui Dynasty, Sun Simiao studied medicine in the mountains for 38 years.

It was not until the founding of the Tang Dynasty that he gradually came out of retirement, and it was not until the Zhenguan period that he was summoned to the court to diagnose the emperor.

Now, he... he is already ninety-nine years old, but he walks more nimbly than the average young man.

A person like him has seen everything, including the intrigues and life-and-death struggles within the court and royal family.

Not to mention, a person like him would be a guest of honor to the local governor when he arrived at the local area. Even the army's expedition to Liaodong might not be hidden from him.

He could also see through Li Chengqian's little thoughts at a glance.

……

"As for the pain, although I haven't fully recovered from the pain over the years, I can still use the Ma Fei San." Sun Simiao looked at Li Chengqian calmly and said, "If there are any other difficulties, I will consult Your Majesty. But the problem is that during the process of interrupting the reshaping and fully recovering, the Crown Prince's leg cannot be damaged in the slightest. If it is broken again, it will be completely hopeless."

Li Chengqian's leg had already been broken once, and breaking it again made his leg even weaker.

If someone took advantage of the situation at this time, Li Chengqian would end up in a miserable state.

"I'll remember it." Li Chengqian nodded solemnly.

"Then I'll take my leave first." Sun Simiao nodded slightly, then turned and walked out of the hall.

"An Yan will see me off on my behalf." Li Anyan, who was standing at the entrance of the palace, immediately bowed.

"I'll go with you." Li Qin bowed.

Li Chengqian was slightly stunned, then smiled and nodded, "Thank you for your help, Li Qing."

"Your Highness is too polite." Li Qin bowed, then quickly caught up with Sun Simiao and discussed Li Chengqian's condition in a low voice.

Lying on the bed, Li Chengqian clenched his fists tightly.

With Sun Simiao's guarantee and Li Qin's surgical skills, his left leg can be completely recovered.

He was finally able to be his normal self again.

To ascend the throne as emperor normally and govern the country normally, this is what he has always really wanted.

A burst of brisk footsteps sounded outside the hall. Li Chengqian quickly turned sideways, then slightly pressed his slightly wet eye sockets, turned around, and his expression had become serious and cold.

"Your Highness!" Li Anyan bowed excitedly.

"You heard it. Doctor Sun just said that as long as my leg is broken and reconnected, it will be completely healed in three years." Li Chengqian turned his head and looked at Li Anyan.

"Yes!" Li Anyan nodded vigorously.

"Then spread the word." Li Chengqian raised his head calmly and said, "It's time to let the Eastern Palace, Chang'an, and even the countless subjects of the world have full confidence in the Eastern Palace again."

Once Li Chengqian's leg gets better, not many people in the world will discuss the issue of deposing the crown prince. Li Tai's base will be greatly weakened.

"Yes!" Li Anyan gritted his teeth and nodded affirmatively.

"Also, Dr. Sun's treatment plan, as well as any other taboos that require attention, must be kept strictly confidential. No one other than those directly involved is allowed to know about it."

After a brief pause, Li Chengqian said coldly, "I authorize you to do this. If anyone outside of me snoops into my medical treatment, I grant you the power to take immediate action."

"I obey your command." Li An bowed solemnly.

"Qingque, Qingque, it would be great if he could stay in Luoyang forever and never come back!" Li Chengqian couldn't help but sigh.

Li Tai did not return to Chang'an with the emperor, as the Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang had not yet been completed.

He will return to Chang'an only at the end of the year when everything is completely over.

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In the Liangyi Hall, Li Shimin handed the memorial to Changsun Wuji.

Watching Zhangsun Wuji open the book and read, the emperor finally spoke: "Master Sun has already begun preparations to reattach the broken leg. Once the leg is reattached, it will take the Crown Prince three years to fully recover. It's a bit late!"

"Yes, if the prince can recover before Your Majesty goes on the eastern expedition, then everything will be convenient." Changsun Wuji couldn't help but sigh.

"But it should not be much different. Perhaps after I return to the court, I will be able to see a recovered prince." Li Shimin nodded with satisfaction.

"Yes!" Changsun Wuji lowered his head and glanced at the memorial.

From the time they start preparing now to the time they start receiving treatment again, it will take at least several months. If you really calculate it, by the time they return to the court, the prince's leg will have just healed.

That's just right.

Zhang Sun Wuji just breathed a sigh of relief, but suddenly, he frowned and said, "Your Majesty, if that is the case, the Crown Prince is weak in Chang'an, and if someone has evil intentions, the Crown Prince will not be able to stop them."

When Li Chengqian's leg healed, they were worried about him.

When Li Chengqian's legs were not good, they began to worry that Li Chengqian could not shoulder the responsibility of governing the country.

"That's all right." The emperor shook his head calmly and said, "Zhi Nu has grown up over the years. It's a good opportunity for him to help the Crown Prince with more responsibilities, not to mention Qing Que."

Li Chengqian, Li Zhi, and Li Tai, the three of them just happened to check and balance each other and support each other.

This way, external stability can be guaranteed sufficiently, and when the time comes, only an important official will need to be sent to assist in the administration.

"What about Li Dejian? Should he be transferred back to Beijing as well?" Changsun Wuji raised his head and looked at Li Shimin cautiously.

The emperor shook his head calmly and said, "Li Dejian and the other officials in the Eastern Palace, since they are outside, let them gain experience for a few more years. Don't rush to transfer them back."

"Yes!" Changsun Wuji nodded in agreement.

"But since we are outside, we must use it well. Cheng Qian is in Chang'an, and the people outside are guarding him from thousands of miles away. If there is an emergency, Duke Wu and others will be able to send people back in time." Li Shimin glanced in the direction of Luoyang inadvertently, and then quickly retracted his gaze.

"Yes!" Changsun Wuji breathed a sigh of relief.

"Okay, let's get down to business." Li Shimin's face grew serious, and he continued, "After this battle, the Xueyantuo will decline and will not pose a threat to the Tang Dynasty for several years. Now we need to prepare to mobilize the forces of all ethnic groups to conquer Goguryeo."

When the Tang Dynasty sent troops to attack Goguryeo, it needed to mobilize not only the soldiers within the Tang Dynasty, but also the troops of Tuyuhun, Dangxiang, Turks, Khitans, Pugu, Uighurs, Mohe, and Xueyantuo.

If the Tang Dynasty sent out 100,000 troops, then the other ethnic groups would have to send at least 5,000 to 10,000 troops, especially the Turkic cavalry, which might be even more.

Therefore, the deployment of troops from various ethnic groups and how to deploy them are matters that need to be handled with caution.

"I understand." Changsun Wuji nodded. He would make a contingency plan when he returned and then submit it to the emperor.

"Besides, there are the matters concerning Hebei Province." The emperor stood up, waved his hand and said, "You can go back, Wuji, and deal with the matters outside. I also need to return to the palace to deal with the matters inside."

"Here!"

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Luoyang, Prince Wei's Mansion.

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Li Tai looked at the letter in his hand, put it on the table with a "bang", lowered his head, and a trace of bloodshot flashed in his eyes.

Then, Li Tai raised his head, looked at Chai Lingwu in front of him with heavy breathing, and said, "Cousin, the prince's leg can be fully recovered after being diagnosed by Master Sun."

"Oh!" Chai Lingwu looked at Li Tai calmly, shook his head, and said, "Your Highness, calm down. It's a good thing that the Crown Prince's injuries have healed. This is something we should congratulate."

Li Tai looked at Chai Lingwu in surprise. He couldn't believe that Chai Lingwu said such words.

Chai Lingwu smiled softly and said, "I have seen the medical records obtained by the Imperial Physician Xie Jiqing. Even if the Crown Prince's leg is treated again, it will take some time to fully recover... So we should remind His Royal Highness to be careful not to have any more accidents."

Li Tai's eyes suddenly lit up.

(End of this chapter)