I have already established my power and prestige, so how did Li Shimin come back to life?

"We obey your command. Thank you, Your Majesty!" The three of them expressed their gratitude in unison.

When they expressed their gratitude, the court suddenly exploded.

Not to mention Wei Zheng, even the usually calm Fang Xuanling couldn't help but speak first.

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became noisy, and the discussions of the court officials rose and fell like surging waves.

Fang Xuanling's face was full of worry. He stepped forward and bowed to Li Chengqian, feeling extremely worried.

"General Li Jing has made great military achievements. What if something unexpected happens during this expedition?"

He looked up at Li Chengqian, his eyes full of worry, and advised earnestly.

"Your Majesty, please be serious about appointing a commander! General Li Jing is already old, and the journey to Tubo is long. He will have to endure the hardships of sleeping in the open air. I'm afraid he won't be able to handle it! Your Majesty, please choose a suitable commander!"

At this time, the sunlight was blocked by dark clouds again, and the light in the hall became gloomy, as if reflecting Fang Xuanling's worries.

Wei Zheng, who had just been arguing with Fang Xuanling, now stood on the same side with Fang Xuanling. He frowned and spoke solemnly.

"Your Majesty! What Prime Minister Fang said is a wise and wise statement for the country!"

"General Li Jing is a meritorious official of the Tang Dynasty. He is now at an age where he should enjoy his retirement! How can he still ride a horse and kill the enemy?"

"If something happens to General Li Jing, His Majesty will be tarnished!"

He stood in the center of the hall, his figure looking even more solemn in the dim light.

We must never allow Your Majesty to make wrong decisions due to his youthful impulsiveness.

Wei Zheng looked solemn.

When everyone in the court saw that Fang Xuanling and Wei Zheng had taken the lead, they also began to persuade and advise.

For a moment, all kinds of voices intertwined in the court, making it extremely noisy.

They quoted classics, analyzed the pros and cons, and pointed out from various angles the layers of negative impact that would be caused by Li Jing serving as the commander-in-chief.

Some worried that his physical condition would affect the war, while others were afraid that his regaining military power would cause changes in the court situation.

The figures of the ministers swayed in the fluctuating light, making the atmosphere in the entire hall increasingly tense.

Li Chengqian sat on the dragon throne, listening carefully to their suggestions and nodding in agreement from time to time.

When the ministers saw that His Majesty was so reasonable and analyzed the interests clearly, they became more and more excited as they spoke.

Only after everyone had spoken until their mouths were dry did the court finally quiet down. Everyone waited quietly for the emperor's decision, their eyes focused on Li Chengqian.

Li Chengqian turned his head slightly, gave Li Jing a reassuring look, and then spoke.

"General Li, I just listened to the opinions of the ministers in the court. Most people think that you are too old to mount a horse and fight again. Please explain to them."

Li Jing calmly bowed his hands, saluted Li Chengqian, and then walked forward steadily.

He turned and looked at the ministers. At this time, the situation in the court was divided into two. Li Jing faced the court officials, with no one behind him.

In fact, Li Chengqian behind him sat steadily on the dragon throne, watching all this with a majestic look.

At this time, the hall was silent, with only the occasional sound of wind coming from outside.

Li Jing felt calm.

"Your Majesty, please lend me your bow."

Li Jing's voice was calm and firm, and it was particularly clear in the quiet hall.

Li Chengqian waved his hand, and a young eunuch immediately ran forward with a bow and handed it to Li Jing.

The little eunuch's footsteps seemed a little abrupt in the silence, breaking the moment of peace.

Li Jing took the bow, looked around at everyone, and spoke slowly.

"Everyone, I, Li Jing, am seventy years old this year. I am indeed old, that's true."

He paused, a complicated look flashed in his eyes, as if he was recalling the past, and then he suddenly spoke loudly.

"Lian Po is old, can he still eat?"

After saying this, he actually burst into laughter, and the laughter echoed in the hall, carrying a sense of heroism and unrestrainedness.