Li Shimin faked his death? Then I will be powerful enough to conquer the world!

Li Chengqian waved his hand gently with a concerned look. Zhang Xianhuai, who was standing beside him, immediately understood what he meant. He stepped forward quickly and handed the gift box that had been prepared long ago to Li Chengqian with both hands steadily.

This gift box is made of fine mahogany, with delicate copper pieces inlaid on the corners and exquisite cloud patterns carved on the surface.

"Pharmacist," Li Chengqian turned slightly to face Li Jing, his eyes caring, "Liaodong is a treasured land, blessed with beautiful scenery and countless good things, especially medicinal herbs. Thanks to the unique natural conditions, they are all of great age."

"I have specially arranged for the palace's experienced imperial physicians to carefully select and screen these herbs. These herbs are all rare treasures that are over two hundred years old and have excellent medicinal effects."

"After arriving in Xianyang, I had the Medical Department carefully prepare a month's supply for each of you based on your physical conditions."

"Pharmacist, you must make a bowl of this every day and drink it on time. Don't let me down."

"This medicine can not only replenish your Qi and blood, but also make your body stronger. Over time, it can also increase your strength."

As he spoke, Li Chengqian gently opened the gift box and showed Li Jing the packed medicinal herbs that exuded a strong medicinal fragrance.

"Also, I heard that you have always loved tigers. They are the king of beasts, brave and fearless."

"I originally wanted to get you a live tiger, but it was difficult to find one. In desperation, I ordered someone to find two tiger skins."

"This tiger skin is peeled from a sturdy Liaodong tiger and carefully tanned by skilled craftsmen. The fur is soft and smooth, and it has a good thermal insulation effect. Covering yourself with it at night will definitely keep you warm all over and help you sleep well."

As Li Chengqian spoke, he gestured to Zhang Xianhuai to spread out the tiger skin.

The black stripes on the tiger skin looked fierce and powerful, and even in the dim light in the room, they reflected an aura of majesty.

Li Jing stared at Li Chengqian, tears glistening in his eyes.

His lips trembled slightly, and he said in a slightly hoarse voice, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for taking so much trouble!"

"Your Majesty's care for this old minister is truly a source of shame for me."

"I will faithfully follow your majesty's orders, take my medicine on time, and live up to your majesty's kindness."

Li Chengqian slowly sat down on the edge of Li Jing's bed, his eyes inadvertently falling on the open book on the bed. Curiously, he reached out and picked up the book, carefully examining the cover and pages. The corners of his mouth curled up slightly, and he smiled and joked, "Pharmacist, I thought you would be reading some obscure military book. After all, you have fought on the battlefield all your life and are well versed in military strategies."

"I didn't expect that at your age, you would be interested in the contents of this storybook?"

Upon hearing this, Li Jing slowly raised his hand and gently stroked his beard, which had turned as white as frost. A faint smile appeared on his face, and a look of reminiscence shone in his eyes. He slowly said, "Your Majesty, I have memorized every military treatise in the world. After years of fighting, I am confident that I have some experience in the art of war, and I am not afraid to compete with any ancient masters."

"It's just that I'm getting older now, and my energy isn't what it used to be. Those military books are so old-fashioned and stiff, and reading them is quite tiring."

"On the contrary, the contents of this book, although seemingly simple and popular, contain profound life philosophy. I, an old minister, read it frequently and am deeply moved."

"Take the saying 'Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west; don't despise the young because they are poor'. These few words capture the impermanence of life and the infinite possibilities of youth."

"Your Majesty, look at how wonderful young people are!"

"They are full of vigor and vitality, with lofty ambitions in their hearts. They are unrestrained and free, and they can soar freely between heaven and earth."

"Even if they get hurt while pursuing their dreams, they are not afraid. This is because they are young and have plenty of time and opportunities. If they fail, they can just start over."

"But once you get older like me, you start to worry more and act more cautiously, because you know you don't have many opportunities to start over, so you can't afford to lose."

"Throughout my life, I have been blessed by Your Majesty and the Emperor, and have made some achievements on the battlefield, never losing a battle. Others may think I am a military genius, but that is not the case."

"As I grow older, I become more cautious and afraid to lose."

"In fact, the first battle I fought was when I was young and frivolous. I had no confidence in victory, nor did I think I would win for sure. I just rushed forward without hesitation, relying on my passion."

There was a gleam in Li Jing's eyes, as if he had returned to the era of war and iron cavalry, when he was also a young man full of vigor and vitality.

Li Chengqian listened quietly to Li Jing's story and felt secretly relieved.

He understood that as long as a person still had concerns and emotions in his heart, it meant that his energy and spirit were still there, which would surely be beneficial to Li Jing's physical recovery.

"Pharmacist, you must take care of yourself. I am waiting for you to get stronger and tell me about the glorious past."

There was a hint of anticipation in Li Chengqian's tone, and he gently patted Li Jing's hand.

Li Jing nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to Li Chengqian, his eyes filled with worry. He said earnestly, "Your Majesty, please take care of yourself."

"Although I am in this sanatorium, I have heard that Your Majesty works day and night for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. You are truly working hard."

"Your Majesty is still young and full of energy, but don't think that you are still young and squander your body recklessly."

"You must know that everything must be done in moderation, with a balance between work and rest. Only in this way can things last long. This is the best way to govern a country and cultivate one's character!"

Li Chengqian listened carefully to every word of Li Jing and was deeply moved.

He held Li Jing's aged hand tightly and said sincerely, "My dear, your words are truly enlightening. I will definitely keep them in mind and learn from them."

"My dear, please relax and recuperate. I will come to visit you often."

Qin Ruzhao stood aside, silently watching Li Jing from beginning to end, with mixed feelings in his heart.

He couldn't help but think of the thrilling battle with Tubo that year. At that time, the old general Li Jing could easily draw the bow and shoot an arrow, which made the enemy army tremble with fear.

But who could have expected that time would be so ruthless. In just a few short years, the old general who once made the enemy invincible is now lying weakly on this bed. The passing of life is really a pity.

Li Jing noticed Qin Ruzhao's gaze, slowly turned his head, cast his gaze towards him, and called softly, "Ruzhao."

Qin Ruzhao heard Li Jing's call and quickly came back to his senses from his memories. He walked quickly to Li Jing's bed, bent down slightly, and said softly, "Old General!"

Li Jing nodded slightly, his eyes revealing a bit of open-mindedness.

He said slowly, "Ru Zhao, birth, old age, sickness and death are the normal state of life. No one can escape the arrival of this day."

"We old guys have been in this world for most of our lives. Now it's time to make room for you young people."

"As the ancients said, 'To be old and not die is to be a thief.' While this statement is a bit extreme, it does make sense."

"We can't keep occupying this position and hinder you young people from making great achievements."

"You came at the right time today, otherwise I was going to send someone to call you."

As he spoke, Li Jing raised his hand and pointed to the cabinet behind him. "In that cabinet are the insights and experiences I've gained from my life on the battlefield."

"Take it with you when you leave. We, the older generation, are gradually losing our strength. The Tang Dynasty will rely on you, the younger generation of military commanders, to protect and develop it."

"Although the world is now generally stable, there are still many external threats around us."

"Those foreign powers, although not as powerful as our Great Tang, should not be underestimated. They have always coveted our land and wealth, always looking for opportunities to harass us."

"Therefore, we, the generals of the Tang Dynasty, shoulder the heavy responsibility of defending our country. We must win, and we must keep winning. Our mission is to continuously expand our territory. We must never let the enemy take an inch of our land. Losing cities and land is our shame. You must remember this!"

Li Jing's expression became serious, and his eyes revealed his earnest expectations for Qin Ruzhao. At this moment, he passed on all his life's beliefs and responsibilities to the young general in front of him.

Qin Ruzhao straightened his back, looked at Li Jing solemnly, and said loudly, "Don't worry, old general. I will keep your words in mind and will always take them as a lesson to remind myself. I will never dare to slack off in the slightest!"

"That's good, that's good!"

Li Jing smiled with relief.

He breathed a sigh of relief, and a big stone in his heart finally fell to the ground.

Someone has inherited it.

"Ruzhao, you are born with supernatural powers. This is an advantage given to you by God. When I was your age, I also felt inferior to you."

"However, you must understand that as a military commander, the most important thing is not how strong your personal martial arts skills are, but wisdom and a heart that is good at strategic planning."

"Just like Xiang Yu, the Overlord of Western Chu, whose strength could move mountains and whose courage was unparalleled, and whose bravery was unparalleled, but what was his final outcome?"

"He ended up with a tragic end, committing suicide by slashing his throat at the Wujiang River."

"So, Ruzhao, you must remember not to be like Xiang Yu. If you encounter a battle on the battlefield in the future, you must not act impulsively and blindly rely on force to fight."

"You must know that casualties on the battlefield are unavoidable and normal. We must not lose our minds or be blinded by anger because of any one person's sacrifice. Once on the battlefield, everyone must be prepared to sacrifice for victory. Our only goal is to win. Only by winning can we defend our Tang Dynasty, protect our people, and ensure long-term peace and stability in the Tang Dynasty!"

Qin Ruzhao listened to Li Jing's earnest instructions. He slowly knelt on one knee beside Li Jing's bed, clasped his hands together, looked at Li Jing with a firm gaze, and said solemnly again: "Old General, rest assured. Ruzhao will do as you wish, fight bravely and fight for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty at all costs. I will never let you down!"