Chapter 608: Tang He’s death, he died after getting drunk
Author: Writing Sees the Spring and Autumn Period
Chapter 608: Tang He’s death, only after getting drunk
Xinguo Gongfu.
Tang He was lying on the hospital bed, staring blankly above his head. At this time, he knew clearly that he was about to leave.
That is to say, there is still one breath hanging on at the moment, and when this breath is given away, it will be almost done.
Under the hospital bed, there was a group of servants surrounding a teenage boy in front of him.
Looking at this scene, Tang He felt a little sad and helpless.
He had five sons in total, but two died in battle, two died young, and one died of illness.
Now there is only a single seedling like the great grandson Tang Sheng left.
Next to Tang Sheng were several of his concubines and the servants behind him.
Tang He raised his hand slightly, and Tang Sheng immediately stepped forward to hold it: "Grandpa, what do you want to say?"
Tang He looked at the door with his eyes.
Tang Sheng was smart and understood immediately and said: "Grandpa, please don't worry. My grandson has already sent people to notify the palace as fast as possible. Your Majesty must be aware of this matter now and should be coming soon."
After hearing this, Tang He lowered his hand slightly.
At this time, the only person he wanted to see most was Zhu Yuanzhang.
This brother who once fought side by side and followed him for life.
Tang Sheng was also anxious and called a servant: "Quickly go to the door and have a look. If there is any news, come immediately and report it."
The servant ran out in a hurry.
Before Tang He died, he wanted to see His Majesty for the last time. This was not only Tang He's personal wish, but also the expectation of the entire Xinguo Duke's government.
Once Tang He died, it meant that no one would be around in the Xinguo Palace in the court hall.
As the saying goes, when people go away, some things will become completely different without power.
Although Tang and his daughters are well married, it is still a bit difficult to count on helping the family. It is far from the Duke Xinguo's.
The biggest hope now is that His Majesty can take care of one or two.
Tang Heqiang was able to hold on to this, partly because of this.
Finally, a voice came from outside: "Your Majesty has arrived!"
Zhu Yuanzhang's steps were as fast as before, and he walked quickly towards Tang He's house.
Tang He turned his head and looked at Zhu Yuanzhang's anxious figure outside the room, feeling comforted in his heart.
It seems that His Majesty still cares about him after all.
After Zhu Yuanzhang entered the room, everyone quickly knelt on the ground: "Greetings to your Majesty."
At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang didn't have the time to care about this. He rushed to Tang He's bed in a few steps. Seeing the miserable appearance of the old brother who grew up together, tears fell down immediately.
Seeing His Majesty coming, Tang He actually struggled to get up from the bed and wanted to get out of bed and bow down.
Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang held Tang He's hand and choked with sobs and said: "Tang He, we are here, we are here to see you off."
At this time, Tang He's face, which was already pale, suddenly had a surge of blood, and his whole body seemed to be energetic. Even his eyes were not so cloudy, and were a little clearer.
The backhand also held Zhu Yuanzhang's hand, adding a bit more strength to his hand.
"Sir, you are finally here."
There was a strong feeling in Tang He's voice, as if there was no hint of being terminally ill or on the verge of death.
There was a bit of surprise on Tang Sheng's face, but everyone present, including Zhu Yuanzhang, who knew a little bit, knew very well that this was just the last flashback.
Just like the sunset at dusk, it blooms with light at the last moment, making the sky bright again.
Feeling the condition of his body, Tang Hezi was also very aware of it, and said in a clear tone: "Sir, we haven't drank for a long time. I really miss the days when I drank with you. Can we have another drink with you?"
At this time, Tang He no longer called you Your Majesty, nor did he call himself your Majesty or me.
Just like when he was conquering the country, or when the Ming Dynasty was established in the early days, he called his superiors, and like Zhu Yuanzhang, he spoke his hometown dialect and called himself "we".
Hearing the title "Shangshang" again, Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes were somewhat complicated.
At the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, everyone called themselves "we" and called themselves "highest".
It's just that after the Hu Weiyong case, no one dared to call himself this privately anymore, and everyone changed their self-identity to me or Chen.
Even in private.
Of course, there are always some who fail to react, and are naturally implicated in the Hu Weiyong case. Now the grass on the grave is already three feet high.
Tang He, who was best at protecting oneself wisely, would only dare to call him such a name when he was about to die.
Even if he was about to die, Tang He's mind was very clear, and he knew that now was not the time to talk about the difference between monarch and minister, but to draw closer to the final relationship again.
Zhu Yuanzhang did not worry about his manners and wiped the tears on his face with his sleeves: "Okay, I will listen to you. Come and prepare wine! Prepare good wine, the strongest wine!"
At this time, Tang Zhen struggled to get up from the bed, but it was very difficult. After all, the long-term pain and suffering, coupled with the hidden wounds left on the battlefield, had already left his body full of holes.
Seeing this, Tang Sheng hurriedly stepped forward to help him up, but was blocked by Tang He with his hands.
Tang He looked at Zhu Yuanzhang with piercing eyes and said, "Sir, we can't do it anymore. Can you please give us a helping hand?"
These words seemed to have two meanings, but Zhu Yuanzhang obviously didn't care too much at this time. He went over to help Tang He get up: "You have supported us all your life, so what can I do if I help you?"
Zhu Yuanzhang said this sentence with sincerity and sincerity.
I still remember that when I was desperate, it was Tang He who helped me and wrote a letter to join the rebel army.
When he went there, Tang He was already a small commander, while he was still a big soldier at the beginning.
From the time he joined the rebel army, Tang He took care of himself in all aspects. Not only did he have easy work in the army, but he also had a full meal for the first time.
After wandering for many years, I finally had enough to eat after I went to Tanghe.
It was Tang He who spared no effort in recommending himself, and was able to gain the attention of Marshal Guo, so he was promoted step by step, married a big girl, and had the opportunity to form a team.
Even though his own status has surpassed that of Tang He and many brothers below him are not convinced, Tang He is willing to promote himself and help to build his prestige.
If Tang He hadn't helped him back then, would there still be a Ming Dynasty today?
If it weren't for Tang He, would he still be able to get a big girl and form his own team?
It was Tang He who pulled himself out of the bottom mire.
In the blink of an eye, most of my life has passed.
At this moment, this noble person who is related to his whole life, this brother who has been with him for his whole life, will finally take a step ahead of himself.
Some people may think that when they killed the heroes, it was Tang and Mingzhe who protected themselves, and they were smart enough to survive.
In fact, from all aspects, if we talk about fear, the one who is most feared should be Tang He.
In terms of qualifications, Tang He was the most senior among all the founding heroes, not only in terms of military merit, but also among all the generals.
Not even Hu Weiyong, not even Li Shanchang, who can have Tang He's prestige among the armies.
Perhaps Zhu Yuanzhang thought about touching Tang He, but never implemented it.
In the courtyard, Zhu Yuanzhang and Tang He sat across from each other. The strong aroma of wine came to their noses and spread throughout the courtyard.
Tang He had not had a drink for more than a year. This was a huge temptation for him who was once addicted to alcohol. He couldn't help but pick up the wine glass and took a sip without caring about Zhu Yuanzhang opposite him.
Drink.
The burning sensation passed through his throat and went straight into his abdomen, seeming to warm up Tang He's entire body.
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed loudly when he saw this: "You are still so impatient."
Tang He also laughed and said: "It's cool, it's really cool. We have been too miserable in the past two years. We lie on the hospital bed every day, unable to ride horses, unable to drink wine, and we are waiting for death every day.
"
"It's really not as good as dying on the battlefield a few years ago. It's just that the enemies are so weak that none of them can kill us. As a result, we can only look like this now."
At this moment, Tang He still looks like a dying old man. He looks like the god of death on the battlefield back then.
Xu Da is known as the victorious general, Chang Yuchun is even known as Chang Shiwan, and he, Tang He, is weak in the Western Expedition and the Northern War.
Listening to Tang He bragging, Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and struck: "Don't brag. In the Battle of Lingbei, you almost lost your life at the foot of Guillotine Mountain, but we still remember it."
Tang He suddenly said with some embarrassment: "It's been so long. You still remember it, superior? That's the time we lost face in this life. Let's not talk about it. Let's not talk about it. Drink, drink!"
He immediately picked up the wine glass, touched it with Zhu Yuanzhang, and drank it down again.
Tang Sheng, who was standing by, was a little anxious. He was young, had never experienced life and death, and did not understand the concept of returning to the light, so he wanted to step forward to persuade him.
Your Majesty came here. My grandfather's health finally improved. How could he drink like this?
"Grandpa, in order for your health to improve, you should drink two cups less." Tang Sheng took two steps forward and said.
When Tang and Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, they looked at each other and smiled.
Zhu Yuanzhang said: "Your eldest grandson, I really feel sorry for you."
Tang He turned to look at his eldest grandson, and sighed and responded: "We only have one single seedling left. It's a blessing to be able to still care about me at this time."
"Your Majesty, in the days to come, everything in our mansion will be entirely dependent on your superior's care."
Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hands and said: "What else can we take care of? We are only two years younger than you. Your grandson is only more than ten years old. If we can take care of him for a few years, he must be our eldest grandson."
Tang He's eyes lit up when he heard this.
If Zhu Yuanzhang fully agreed, he would still be a little worried. Now when it came to asking Zhu Ying to take care of it, he really took it seriously.
The great-grandson is only eight or nine years older than his eldest grandson. As time goes by, at least in this life he will be rich and powerful without any problems.
Tang He immediately picked up the wine glass and praised: "When it comes to giving birth to children, the superiors still have the ability. The King of Qin, the King of Jin, and the King of Yan, who is not a good soldier in the army, especially the eldest grandson of the superior, Xiongying, is a real
It’s beyond our expectation.”
"Although we have been lying on this hospital bed in the past few years, the changes in the Ming Dynasty are really the same every year. Sometimes I haven't gone out for half a year, and when I go out again, I think I am no longer in the capital."
"I am so lucky to be in this position. I have such a great grandson. The empire that we old brothers have conquered will only get better and better under my grandson's management."
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard Tang He praising his eldest grandson, he immediately beamed. He was even happier than when he heard Tang He bragging about himself.
"No, we didn't expect that this guy Xiongying is really capable, so we just gave up our thoughts."
"Do you still remember what we said when we drank with you after we came back from Shu?"
Tang He recalled it and said with a smile without scruples: "But as we said, if there are too many descendants of the upper class, the Ming Dynasty will be destroyed."
That year, when Tang He defeated Shu and returned to the dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang immediately took him to drink with him.
At the wine table, we talked about descendants becoming kings.
Zhu Yuanzhang said that he would give every descendant a title of king, so that the descendants would protect the country for us, which made him feel at ease.
It was the tenth year of Hongwu's reign, before the Hu Weiyong case broke out, and many of the founding veterans did not have too many scruples when talking to Zhu Yuanzhang.
The soup was immediately unpleasant.
Why don't you worry about us old brothers guarding the country for you?
That time Tang He said to Zhu Yuanzhang, "You have given birth to so many sons, and your sons will give birth to so many grandsons. There will be endless descendants. When the time comes, each one of them will be crowned a king, and within ten generations, isn't it true?"
In the future, the Ming Dynasty will have thousands of kings, which will destroy the entire Ming Dynasty.
Now Tang He really didn't expect that he would underestimate Zhu Yuanzhang after all.
This happened eighteen years ago. I remember a drunken joke so clearly. If Zhu Yuanzhang hadn't mentioned it, Tang He would have completely forgotten it.
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed and said: "Yes, yes, it was that time. Ever since you said that, for more than ten years, we have always felt bad in our hearts."
"You said that our descendants, the palms and backs of their hands are all flesh, and we feel uncomfortable if we leave them behind. But our Ming Dynasty only has such a small area, and it is sealed off one after another. After one hundred and eighty years, it is really
There are kings everywhere.”
"You also know the situation of the national treasury back then. So many salaries had to be paid, which would make our Ming Dynasty very poor."
"Your words have made us worry for more than ten years. Today we must drink one glass of wine as a penalty. Come on, drink!"
It was said that it was a penalty drink, and Zhu Yuanzhang also picked up the wine glass.
Tang He had no scruples at this time and said bluntly: "Hey, you are greedy, so you have to find an excuse to scold us. It seems that in the palace, the grandson is not less concerned about you."
Zhu Yuanzhang said impatiently: "You are the only one who talks a lot, and you have real ink marks. Drink it quickly."
After that, he took a sip of the wine in the glass and said with a smile: "What a good thing. If it weren't for our eldest grandson, how could we drink such a fine wine."
Tang He was not willing to show weakness and said: "You can be proud of yourself. If it weren't for your eldest grandson, this Ming Dynasty would have been destroyed by you sooner or later."
Needless to say, what Tang He pointed out was about Zhu Ying's rules and regulations for overseas kingships, which avoided the troubles planted by Zhu Yuanzhang.
Zhu Yuanzhang was about to say something at this time: 'It seems that even when you are lying on the hospital bed, you are not less concerned about our affairs.'
The original intention was to beat him, which was probably Zhu Yuanzhang's habit.
But seeing Tang He's sluggish expression, he swallowed his words again.
At this time, some things are no longer necessary. Maybe in half an hour, maybe in an hour, Tang and this old brother are leaving, so what's the point of talking about this.
Then he picked up the wine glass and said cheerfully: "Come on, drink, and you won't be drunk today."
Tang He laughed loudly: "You can rest after getting drunk!"