Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

Hearing what Li Chengqian said in person, Li Shimin's smile widened, and he spoke with a trembling voice.

"That's good!"

"God bless my son!"

Li Chengqian looked at his ecstatic father, his throat moved up and down, and a long-lost fatherly love surged in his heart.

It has been a long time since his father called him "Gao Ming" since he broke his leg for the first time.

Li Chengqian whispered, "Father, Dr. Sun is just speculating. The details still depend on how well my leg recovers."

"If your bones don't grow well, you may not be able to walk very smoothly."

He didn't dare to say too much, so as to avoid his father having too high expectations of him.

This time, the battle was won with great success, and Li Chengqian regained his confidence. Even though his legs were still the same as before, he would not be discouraged.

Li Shimin frowned slightly and asked in a gentle voice.

"Gao Ming, can you walk now?"

Li Chengqian nodded: "Father, I can walk slowly for a while."

As he spoke, supported by his personal guards, he took the crutch made by Du He and walked slowly in front of Li Shimin and the civil and military officials.

Seeing that Li Chengqian's other leg was intact and his injured leg could support the ground, Li Shimin and all the civil and military officials smiled.

Li Shimin no longer had any worries in his heart, and he spoke loudly with joy.

"Okay, that's it!"

"Gao Ming, please sit down!"

As he spoke, Li Shimin personally walked over and helped Li Chengqian onto the sedan chair.

Li Shimin's action made the civil and military officials present feel moved.

The ministers who were called to welcome the army were all experienced officials. They spent most of their time trying to figure out Li Shimin's intentions as an emperor.

Du He looked at Li Shimin who had forgotten about their 100,000-strong army and his mind was full of Li Chengqian's leg. He couldn't help but curl his lips.

At this moment, Prince of Jin Li Zhi stepped down from Li Shimin's dragon chariot.

He walked up to Li Chengqian and bowed respectfully with his fists clasped.

"Meet my brother, the prince!"

When Li Chengqian saw his ninth brother Li Zhi actually getting down from his father's dragon chariot, the muscles on his face couldn't help but twitch.

Sitting on the dragon chariot is of great significance. Even though he was made the crown prince, he had never sat on his father's dragon chariot.

At this moment, Du He's words of advice appeared in Li Chengqian's mind again.

Beware of Li Zhi!

When he was in Anshi City, he didn't have such deep feelings, but when he saw his ninth brother getting off his father's dragon chariot, he instantly felt a strong sense of crisis.

Li Zhi saw Li Chengqian frowning, so he pointed at his face and asked sincerely.

"Brother Crown Prince, is there anything that my brother has done wrong?"

His words made Li Shimin, who was standing on the side, frown slightly.

The expressions of the civil and military officials around him also changed slightly.

Du He, who was not far from them, muttered in his heart: "I never realized that Li Zhi was so thoughtful before. He looks silly but is actually very smart."

"No wonder he was able to be lifted up by Zhangsun Wuji, and finally reaped the fruits of Li Tai's victory."

"As expected, few of those who can become emperors are useless!"

People like Li Zhi may seem harmless on the outside, but what he says can easily have a huge impact on others.

Especially after experiencing Li Tai's treason, Li Shimin's heart became more sensitive.

Li Chengqian forced a smile on his face and waved his hand calmly.

"Don't think too much, Ninth Brother. I just feel a little emotional when I see you have grown up a lot."

"The little follower who used to follow Big Brother all day has grown up to be as tall as him, and he will be getting married soon!"

When Li Shimin heard the conversation between his two legitimate sons, a smile appeared on his face again.

Harmony among brothers is better than anything else.

Seeing that Li Shimin was hesitating, Special Envoy Xiao Yu came over and spoke in a somewhat impatient tone.

"Your Majesty, the army has been traveling for more than a month. It would be better to settle them down first."

"It will also take time to process the seized gold, silver, valuables and livestock!"

Hearing Xiao Yu's reminder, Li Shimin nodded.

He said to Du He and the other generals, "Everyone follow me back to the palace. I have already prepared a banquet in the Taiji Hall to celebrate your success!"

"I will reward you at the court meeting tomorrow!"

Hearing what Li Shimin said, the generals nearby looked delighted and they all clasped their fists and shouted to Li Shimin.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Before turning around and returning to the dragon chariot, Li Shimin walked over and patted Du He on the shoulder, and said with a look of relief on his face.

"Du He, you performed very well this time and demonstrated your outstanding leadership skills!"

"But you should not be complacent. You should also work hard to learn more about domestic affairs and emulate your father!"

Every time Li Chengqian wrote a military report, he spent a lot of space praising Du He, praising him to the sky.

However, Du He's expression was indeed unexpected. He repeatedly provided effective solutions when the army encountered difficulties.

Du He quickly clasped his fists and replied, "I obey your command!"

The generals standing around Du He all showed envious expressions on their faces when they saw His Majesty praising Du He alone.

"I'm afraid this guy Du He will be promoted to the Minister of Six Ministries!"

When they thought that Du He, who was only in his early 20s, had the same official rank as them, who were around 50 years old, they felt an inexplicable sense of shame.

Li Shimin turned back to the dragon chariot and shouted loudly: "Return to the city!"

As orders were issued layer by layer, the army set off quickly and moved slowly towards Chang'an City.

In the crowd, Fang Yiai glanced at Du He, who was full of pride, and the jealousy on his face reached its peak.

"Pooh!"

"The villain succeeds!"

Fang Yiai, feeling frustrated, cursed Du He in his heart.

...

Two hours later.

Li Shimin brought the civil and military officials back to the Taiji Hall, and under the guidance of the attendants, they sat down in their corresponding seats.

As the deputy chief military commander and the chief counselor of the Eastern Palace, Du He was directly assigned to the position below Li Chengqian.

Su Dingfang, Xue Rengui, Xi Junmai and other people who made great military achievements also sat very close to the front.

On the first seat.

Li Shimin raised his glass and said, "My dear ministers, you have destroyed the Three Kingdoms in one battle. This feat is unprecedented and will never be repeated!"

"Everyone, fill up your glasses. I'll toast to you!"

A group of generals raised their wine bottles and gestured to Li Shimin.

"Your Majesty, please!"

After drinking a few glasses of wine, Li Shimin nodded slightly, stroked his beard and said.

"Generals, please tell us about the exciting battles during this expedition to Goguryeo!"

"Following this celebration banquet, everyone might as well share it."

Hou Junji, Li Daozon and others began to speak vividly under the influence of alcohol.