Traveling through Du He, Li Chengqian's rebellion begins

Beside the bed.

Doctor Xiao, with a white beard, was feeling Li Shimin's pulse with a frown on his face. From time to time, he asked about some of Li Shimin's symptoms of physical discomfort.

Li Shimin's face looked as pale as paper, and he spoke weakly, and it was obvious that he was not in good health.

Li Zhi walked to Changsun Wuji's side, then frowned and asked in a low voice.

"Uncle, how is Father doing?"

Changsun Wuji glanced at Li Zhi and Li Tai who was standing not far behind him, then spoke in a low voice.

"Doctor Xiao is currently treating the patient. The situation is still unknown."

He had just arrived not long ago, and two imperial doctors were taking turns treating him, so the final results were not out yet.

Everyone just waited quietly, their faces filled with various complicated expressions.

Especially Li Tai, who was preparing to rebel, was actually looking forward to it at this moment, hoping that his father would not recover from his illness.

It just so happened that there were only two princes here, him and Li Zhi, and if his father issued an edict to establish a new emperor, he would have the best chance.

After a long time.

Doctor Xiao said to Li Shimin: "Your Majesty, you have been tired all day, and you have been exposed to the cold wind on the top of Mount Tai for a long time."

"I have concluded that you have contracted a rheumatic disease, which is why you have a splitting headache, chest tightness, and vomiting."

In fact, Li Shimin had symptoms of rheumatism several years ago, but the symptoms were not severe before. The ordeal during the Fengshan ceremony aggravated the symptoms of rheumatism.

Zhang Sun Wuji asked quickly, "Doctor Xiao, is your Majesty's wind disease serious?"

"Your Majesty's face looks a little ugly now. How should you administer the medicine?"

After hearing the questions asked by Changsun Wuji, everyone in the tent turned their eyes to Doctor Xiao and pricked up their ears to listen carefully.

Because Changsun Wuji was a relative of the royal family and held the highest official position among them, and he was also someone Li Shimin had known since his youth.

So it is more appropriate for these words to come from his mouth.

It would be fine for Princes Li Tai and Li Zhi to ask, but they were both too young and were afraid of saying the wrong thing at this time.

After more than ten breaths of silence.

Doctor Xiao then frowned and said, "Your Majesty's rheumatism is quite serious, and it is suitable for you to rest and recuperate at present."

"Diagnosis and treatment cannot be completed overnight. It requires a long period of rest."

"In addition to taking medicine and resting, acupuncture and bloodletting are also needed to coordinate diagnosis and treatment."

"And your Majesty cannot stand the cold wind or being in a hot environment right now, so you need to find a place with a suitable temperature to rest!"

In fact, what he said was quite conservative. After this period of torment, Li Shimin's rheumatism had become severe.

It is probably difficult to cure it completely. The only way is to use various seasonings to treat and slow down the duration and pain of the attack.

what!

Your Majesty's wind disease is quite serious!

When everyone in the tent heard what Doctor Xiao said, they all showed expressions of astonishment on their faces.

Before anyone could speak, Li Shimin spoke in a deep voice.

"Doctor Xiao, please prescribe medicine and give me acupuncture. Tomorrow is the last day of Fengshan, and I must complete it with all the civil and military officials!"

"But the chosen auspicious time must not be missed, otherwise it will be unlucky!"

Currently, we have worshipped the mountain gods, heaven and Feng Yuce. The next step is to climb the "Jiangchan Altar" on Sheshou Mountain to worship the earth gods.

These days sacrifices are top priority, not to mention top-level sacrificial ceremonies like the Fengshan Ceremony at Mount Tai.

Moreover, the ceremony had reached the final step. Even if Li Shimin could not stand up at this moment, he would have people carry him to Sheshou Mountain to worship the earth god!

Changsun Wuji, Li Jing and others also knew that the Fengshan ceremony could not be stopped, otherwise it would not only be a regret for Li Shimin, but also a permanent regret for these ministers.

When the history books record that they offered sacrifices to the gods on Mount Tai but did not complete the last step of worshipping the gods of the earth, they will probably be ridiculed by future generations.

So Changsun Wuji, Li Jing, Li Ji, Yuchi Gong and others looked at each other and spoke to Doctor Xiao.

"Doctor Xiao, please do as His Majesty says and temporarily relieve His Majesty's pain and discomfort!"

"Your Majesty's Fengshan is a major event. The ceremony must be completed at an auspicious time tomorrow!"

Generals such as Li Ji, Yuchi Gong and Li Junxian patted their chests and said this.

"Tomorrow we will personally carry the dragon chariot and send Your Majesty to the 'Jiangchan Altar' on Sheshou Mountain to offer sacrifices to the Earth God!"

Li Shimin, who was lying weakly on the bed, suddenly felt a warm feeling in his heart after hearing the words of the civil and military officials.

This bunch of old friends had been with him in building his empire, and had gone through decades of ups and downs together. They understood his thoughts best.

Doctor Xiao knew that his words were of little use, so he had to respond with a serious expression.

"As ordered!"

Because acupuncture was to be performed next, except for Zhangsun Wuji, Li Tai, Li Zhi, Yuchi Gong and Li Junxian, all other important civil and military officials were called out of the tent.

After being diagnosed and treated by Imperial Physician Xiao, Li Shimin's pain was finally relieved.

However, severe rheumatism is not easy to diagnose and treat. Li Shimin still felt a buzzing in his head and his chest seemed to be blocked by something, which was very uncomfortable.

Changsun Wuji walked to the bed, then leaned over and asked in a low voice.

"Your Majesty, are you feeling better?"

Although Li Shimin was still feeling very uncomfortable, in order to avoid worrying Changsun Wuji, Yuchi Gong and others, he forced a faint smile and said.

"much better."

"You should all go back and rest early. You have been tired all day, and tomorrow we have to go to Sheshou Mountain to worship the earth god."

When these ministers heard Li Shimin's gentle order to expel the guests, they came forward to express their concern, and then walked out of the tent with heavy hearts.

After Changsun Wuji went out, he called all the ministers guarding outside to go back and rest.

Li Shimin saw that Li Tai and Li Zhi had not left, so he waved his hand and said.

"Qingque, Zhinu, you should go back and rest as well."

"You have been exhausted today, and tomorrow's sacrifice will not be easy either. You must not fall ill like me."

Li Tai and Li Zhi did not leave. They both walked to the bedside and expressed their concern.

"Father, I will stay here with you today!"

Then Li Shimin waved his hand again, indicating that he was not seriously injured, but the two brothers refused to leave no matter what.

When Li Shimin felt his son's concern for him, his face was filled with relief.

"Hey! That's all!"

"Since you are so filial, you can rest in my tent tonight."

As he spoke, Li Shimin gave orders to Li Junxian, the commander of his personal guards.

"Jun Xian, have someone bring two beds and bedding over."

Although Li Tai and Li Zhi wanted to stay here to accompany him, Li Shimin was reluctant to let them stand or kneel on cushions all night.

"As ordered!"

Li Junxian responded and quickly arranged for the soldiers to bring in two beds and bedding.

That night, in addition to Li Tai and Li Zhi, Imperial Physician Xiao and Imperial Physician Jia were also ordered to stay in Li Shimin's tent.