The bedroom of Zichen Palace was quiet, with almost no sound, but it was not that no one was there. In fact, the bedroom was crowded with people at this time. Not only the Empress Wu, but also the prince, Pei Xingjian and other ministers were also in the room.
, but all the people were holding their breath and looking at the wooden couch a few feet away with melancholy expressions. They didn't even dare to take a breath. All this was because the first aid to Gaozong continued nervously.
Nearly half an hour had passed, and the busy doctors could not come to a conclusion.
"Sun Yizheng, how is your majesty?"
After a lot of busy work and a lot of fuss, Sun Qiyan, the doctor of the imperial hospital, finally came out of the imperial hospital. Empress Wu, who had been waiting for a long time, was panicking. When she saw this, she hurriedly stepped forward and asked in an urgent tone:
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"My Majesty, it is clear to me that the Holy Emperor's life is safe, but..."
Rescuing the emperor is not an easy job. If you are not careful, you will be executed by the whole family. Even though Sun Qiyan has been serving as a doctor in the palace for many years, he still does not dare to be careless in the slightest.
He was dripping with sweat, but he didn't bother to wipe it off. Facing Empress Wu's questioning, he didn't even dare to raise his head and answered with a hint of panic.
"Huh? Just what?"
All the power of Empress Wu came from Gaozong, so she naturally didn't want Gaozong to be reimbursed. When she heard that Gaozong's life was safe, she felt a little relieved, but she still didn't dare to take it lightly, and hurriedly asked further questions.
"My Majesty, I forgive you. I have tried my best, but I can only save your Majesty's life. However, Your Majesty was so excited that he suffered a stroke. His body was damaged, which may not be conducive to his trip."
When Empress Wu asked him this question, the sweat on Sun Qiyan's face suddenly started to drip even more quickly, but he did not dare not answer, so he could only explain it calmly.
"Well, I know it. Dr. Sun is going to prescribe the medicine first if you can."
Empress Wu was only worried about Gaozong's sudden death, but she didn't care about anything else. When she heard that Gaozong had suffered a stroke, she didn't pay much attention to it, but her face showed deep worry and worry.
With a look on his face, he bit his lower lip lightly and gave instructions with a sad expression.
"Promise, I will obey your orders."
Seeing that Empress Wu had no intention of pursuing the imperial hospital's unfavorable treatment, Sun Qiyan secretly breathed a sigh of relief, hurriedly responded, walked back to the bedside, and discussed in low voices with the imperial doctors how to handle the prescription.
"Cheng Denggao!"
Empress Wu no longer paid attention to the discussions of the imperial doctors. After being stunned for a moment, she suddenly turned around, faced the ministers and assistants, and gave a low drink with a solemn expression.
"My slave is here."
As soon as Empress Wu called her name, Cheng Denggao, who was accompanying him, did not dare to slack off in the slightest. He hurriedly stepped out from the side and hurriedly answered.
"Go and announce this imperial edict to all the people in the world, saying that your Majesty only felt cold occasionally and that his body is no longer seriously ill and that he will be fully recovered in the near future."
Empress Wu had a cold expression on her face and read out her oral instructions almost word for word.
"Promise, I obey the order."
After hearing Empress Wu's order, Cheng Denggao did not dare to delay for a moment, so he loudly agreed and led several young eunuchs to rush towards Zetian Gate.
"My dear friends, Your Majesty's dragon body is no longer seriously injured, but it may take some time to recuperate. The affairs of the court are complicated, which will burden all the gentlemen."
Empress Wu looked around at the ministers and said something in a calm tone. Although it was a request, it contained the intention of expelling the guests. It was obvious that Empress Wu did not want the ministers to stay here.
"I shall consider myself your Majesty. Your Majesty will share my worries with you. I shall retire."
The ministers and ministers were all good people, so they all understood the subtext of Empress Wu's words. Even if they had different thoughts, they did not dare to leave without obeying her words.
"Xian'er has been tired for a whole day. Let's go down and have a rest."
All the ministers and assistants had left, but Li Xian stood still. Seeing this, Empress Wu couldn't help but raise her brows, but she didn't get angry, and issued an order to expel the guests in a calm tone.
"Yes, kid, please retire."
Li Xian didn't want to leave at this time. He also wanted to inquire about the specific diagnosis results of the imperial doctors. The reason was that Gaozong's physical condition was really important to Li Xian, not only because it involved the next step of coping strategies.
, it is more likely to be a matter of life and death. However, Empress Wu has already spoken, and Li Xian is not ready to argue with Empress Wu in public. He asked "Ming Dy" to check it out, and he can get the details, but there is no need to rush.
In view of this, although he was not very willing, Li Xian still respectfully agreed to the promise, turned around and left the palace, and returned to the East Palace on his own...
"I will finally bow to the Queen of Heaven!"
After dismissing Li Xian and all the ministers, Empress Wu did not stay in the palace for long. She just whispered a few instructions to the imperial doctors, then got up and left the palace, and went straight to a side hall, where Karma had been waiting for a long time.
As soon as Er Yin Gong saw Empress Wu arriving, he hurriedly rushed to her and respectfully performed a standard military salute.
"no."
Empress Wu walked slowly to a table in the palace and sat down behind her. She raised her hand and dismissed all the palace maids who followed her. She looked at Gar? with great interest and drew her bow.
He cried calmly.
"I will thank you for your kindness."
Gar Yin Gong did not become impatient because of the long wait. He thanked him calmly and stood aside with his hands down, pretending to be listening to the instructions.
"Well, Aiqing went to the army to practice this time, and it seems that she has gained a lot."
Seeing that Gar Yin Gong was more calm than before, Empress Wu's eyes showed a hint of admiration and she complimented him casually.
"This is all the kindness of the empress. I will never forget it."
Gar? He has been serving Empress Wu for a long time, so he knows Empress Wu's temperament well. How can he dare to be self-respecting? He bows hurriedly and expresses his loyalty.
"Well, I like to hear this. After all, Cheng, is it true that General Li is available?"
Empress Wu may not necessarily believe her loyalty to Gar Yin Gong, but she showed a helpful look on her face, nodded, comforted Gar Yin Gong, and then turned to the main topic.
"Reporting to the Queen, the general has tested it many times, so it should be safe to use!"
The fundamental purpose of Gal Yingong's expedition with the army was not to win military exploits, but to examine generals who could be used by Empress Wu. The reason why generals Cheng Wuting and Li Duozuo were transferred to the Yulin Army as left and right generals is that
It was the recommendation from Gar Yin Gong. The matter was settled at this time. Even if Gar Yin Gong had doubts in his heart, he would not be able to say anything that would slap him in the face. Of course, for the sake of safety, he did not dare to
Say it to death completely.
"Should? Well..."
Empress Wu is a person who is as careful as her hair. Although the uncertainty in Gar Yin Gong's words is slight, it can't be hidden from her. When she heard what Gar Yin Gong said, her brows immediately raised and she said:
He made a sound with displeasure.
"My Majesty, I know that the general can indeed guarantee the progress. The two generals, Li, are loyal people. However, this is only the judgment of the general. I really don't dare to go overboard for my Majesty. I would like to ask your Majesty to examine this matter."
Hearing that Empress Wu's tone was wrong, it was Gar? Ying Gong was so bold, but she couldn't stand it any longer. She bowed hurriedly and hurriedly explained.
"Oh? A saint? Then my dear, please tell me what kind of saint I should be like?"
The reason why Empress Wu agreed to Gar Yin Gong's recommendation and entrusted Generals Cheng and Li to important roles was certainly because she had confidence in Gar Yin Gong's vision, but it was probably because Empress Wu had no useful generals under her command.
In her opinion, if the two generals Cheng and Li can be used, everyone will be happy. If they cannot be used, it is okay. It is not difficult to find an excuse to be transferred. The affairs of the Yulin Army are all controlled now.
Empress Wu has the final say. Because of this, it is quite necessary to test the loyalty of the second general.
"To tell you the truth, I have an idea, but I don't know whether to talk about it or not."
Gal Yingong dared to recommend the two generals, so he had a certain degree of confidence. At the same time, he had already thought about the method of assessment. At this time, facing Empress Wu's questioning, he did not panic.
"speak!"
Empress Wu looked at Gar? with great interest. After drawing her bow for a while, she waved her hand and spoke a word.
"Promise, don't take it for granted..."
As soon as Empress Wu opened his mouth, Gar didn't dare to neglect his bow, and hurriedly organized some words to explain all the temptations he had planned in his mind.
"Well, it's okay to just leave it like that."
Empress Wu did not immediately comment on the strategy proposed by Gar Yin Gong, but thought about it silently for a long time before giving a definite answer.
"Promise, I will obey the order!"
Facing the scheming Empress Wu, what is Gar? Ying Gong was bold by nature, but he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy. It wasn't until Empress Wu agreed with her suggestion that she secretly breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly bowed down.
The promise was accepted.
"The King of Yue originally asked for his third son to be the governor of Tangzhou (the current seat of government is Zhumadian). What do you think of this, Ai Qing?"
After Empress Wu finished her explanation, she did not say anything more about the two generals, but instead asked about the King of Yue's request for an official position for his son.
"Returning to the empress, this chapter has ulterior motives. Xiang, the two states of Chen are already in the hands of the King of Yue. They are only separated by the two states of Tang and Cai. If Tangzhou falls into his hands, the army of Xiangzhou can attack Luoyang at any time. Sima Zhao's intention is clear.
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Gar Yin Gong had never had a good impression of the King of Yue, so naturally he would not speak kindly for him, but pointed out the dark intentions behind the King of Yue's move. Of course, Gar Yin Gong dared to say this because he knew
Even if he didn't say it, Empress Wu would definitely be able to see through this, and there was really no need for him to soften his cheeks for the King of Yue.
"Well, how is Li Wen?"
Empress Wu did not comment on Gar Yin Gong's advice, but frowned slightly and continued to ask.
"Mediocre!"
Gar Yin Gong did not have a close relationship with Li Wen. They just went on an expedition together and had a little contact with each other. Although Gar Yin Gong was good at it, he could easily see through the nature of Li Wen's idiot and treated him unceremoniously.
Li Wen was labeled as incompetent.
"Well, I know about it. You will go and make arrangements now. General Li's affairs will be settled."
Empress Wu nodded silently, but did not comment on the matter of King Yue asking for an official position as his son. Instead, she issued an order to expel the guest with a calm expression.
"Promise, I will retire at the end!"
The reason why Gar Yi Gong joined Empress Wu was not because he really wanted to help Empress Wu seek the foundation of the Tang Dynasty. As long as he could avenge his country and his family, even if the Tang Dynasty was completely in chaos, it would have nothing to do with him. In fact,
If the Tang Dynasty was really in chaos, Gar? Ying Gong would only welcome it and would never oppose it. Nothing else. The chaotic situation was conducive to his plan to restore the country. At this time, seeing Empress Wu not wanting to express his position, he was too lazy to ask.
, and did not want to make further remonstrances. After respectfully responding, he hurriedly exited the side hall and rushed to the Yulin Army office.
"Hey!"
After Gal drew his bow, Empress Wu did not leave in a hurry. Instead, she meditated silently in the palace for a long time. Finally, she let out an inexplicable sneer, then stood up suddenly, flicked her sleeves, and walked out slowly.