There was no hope of reviving Emperor Ganwu.

The only thing we can do is take a series of measures to maintain the emperor's physiological functions, such as using a nasogastric tube to maintain nutrition, using a ventilator to maintain lung function, and using some instruments and drugs to maintain organ function.

The rest of the plot will depend on Emperor Ganwu's physical condition!

It's very troublesome!

Sun Jian did not understand medicine, so he could only say that Yao Tianzheng, who was accompanying him, would diagnose the specific problem and then find a way to treat it and prolong Emperor Ganwu's life.

453 points are basically enough to redeem these potentially useful items.

For now, this is the only plan we can make. Otherwise, are there any other options?

Moreover, Sun Jian estimated that besides seeing a doctor, Emperor Ganwu, upon learning that his time was near, summoned him to the palace, most likely to use the opportunity of seeing a doctor to seriously consider and test his loyalty to the Great Gan!

These are all methods commonly used by emperors throughout history.

Sun Jian believes this will definitely happen.

Of course, if you can think of something, you can also come up with a solution; these thoughts all happen in an instant.

Just as Sun Jian was pondering and checking his backpack, the eunuch from the Directorate of Ceremonial spoke up again.

“My lord, according to the laws of the Great Gan Dynasty, after you have read the secret edict, this servant must immediately retrieve and burn it.”

"Look..."

The eunuch of the Directorate of Ceremonial Affairs was unaware of the contents of the secret edict; he was merely acting in accordance with the court's regulations.

Upon hearing the eunuch's reminder, Sun Jian realized what was happening and handed him the secret edict. The eunuch then beckoned over and summoned a eunuch carrying a bronze incense burner, who threw the secret edict into it in front of Sun Jian.

The secret edict was burned to ashes in the blink of an eye.

The eunuchs from the Directorate of Ceremonial Affairs had now completed all their tasks. After bowing to Sun Jian and Li Gancheng, they left with their entourage, leaving Sun Jian, Li Gancheng, and the others bewildered in the wind.

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Inside the East Palace, in the Crown Prince's study.

Li Gancheng sat helplessly on the couch, looking at Sun Jian. "Brother Sun, what should I do if the woman of Li Ke, the governor of Ji Province, has a pockmarked face, narrow hips, and a fat waist?"

"Your Highness, no..."

"What if she's cross-eyed and her teeth are..."

"Your Highness, no..."

"No, no, I also heard that she looks... her face is..."

"Your Highness, no..."

...

Listening to Li Gancheng's endless ramblings, each episode more exaggerated than the last, Sun Jian was at his wits' end.

Since receiving the emperor's decree, he has been listening to Li Gancheng ramble on for almost half an hour.

This guy never stopped talking; he kept asking himself, "What if this happens? What if that happens?"

Sun Jian was on the verge of a breakdown.

I'm still racking my brains trying to figure out how to save your dad, and you're still here babbling on and on.

In fact, Sun Jian knew in his heart that he held a different weight in the heart of Crown Prince Li Gancheng. Although Li Gancheng was only nineteen years old, this kid was not lacking in shrewdness, nor did he lack his father's ruthlessness.

Of course, Li Gancheng only revealed these cunning schemes and ruthless tactics when dealing with enemies.

He genuinely considered himself a good brother, which is why he used a normal tone to complain and vent to himself.

But you fucking... even if you treat me like your own grandfather, I still can't stand it!

It's been almost an hour already, and I've been listening to your rambling on and on for a whole hour.

There should be a limit to complaining. Even if Li Ke, the governor of Jizhou, had a broad back, big feet, and a barrel waist, Li Wugou, the daughter of Li Ke, was not!

Flat buttocks, flat nose, square face!

His face was covered in pockmarks, and he had a mouthful of yellow teeth with bits of vegetable stuck to them. You couldn't refuse him!

The emperor's decree has already been issued, and all the officials in the court are now aware of it.

Three days later, everyone will return to the Eastern Palace to celebrate the Crown Prince's wedding. At that time, not only will all the people celebrate, but there will even be a general amnesty and universal celebration!

What can you refuse?

There's nothing else to do but accept it!

"Brother Sun, what do you say..."

"Your Highness, no..."

Sun Jian helplessly continued to repeat the same words he had said countless times.

He's already practically worn out from repeating those five words so many times.

Li Gancheng sighed and said softly to Sun Jian, "Ah, Brother Sun, I understand that Father Emperor wants to tie me to the Governor of Ji Province."

"If Li Ke's daughter becomes my Crown Princess, he will be even more willing to serve the court in the future."

"The Jizhou soldiers under his command will also become the backbone of my Eastern Palace!"

"In this way, Teacher Yao's Yongzhou soldiers, Li Ke's Jizhou soldiers, as well as the Tiger Legion under your control, and the Dragon Cavalry of the Imperial Uncle Prince Kao Shan, will all become my direct subordinates."

Sun Jian glanced at Li Gancheng with a wry smile, thinking to himself.

You're not completely stupid, kid!

This is indeed your father helping you consolidate your power.

He wanted you to grow up as quickly as possible, so that he could leave you a stable foundation before making any further plans!

"Your Highness is right! I suspect that this is exactly what His Majesty intended as well."

Sun Jian continued, "After your wedding, you conquered five provinces and six regions, and at least four of those regions had your own troops!"

"Oh? Isn't it three locations?"

Li Gancheng pretended not to understand and asked Sun Jian.

Sun Jian smiled and said, "The Jingzhao region is home to the Dragon Cavalry of the Prince of Kao Shan and my Tiger Legion. This is the same place!"

"Add the troops from Ji Province and Yong Province, making a total of three places."

"Besides that, there's also Bingzhou, which borders Jizhou!"

“Li Shiyao, the Prince of Wu’an, serves as the Governor of Bingzhou. He is not only loyal to His Majesty, but also His Majesty’s younger brother and your uncle by blood.”

"Although I have never met this man, I have heard about his deeds from Governor Yao. It is said that he is not only a key minister who played a crucial role in the founding of the country, but also a man of unparalleled loyalty and righteousness. With these three advantages combined, His Highness the Second Prince Li Chengru can not command him no matter what!"

"Besides the Jingzhao region, aren't there three other places in Jizhou, Sizhou, Bingzhou, Yongzhou, and Yizhou that are under your command?"

Sun Jian shrugged.

Upon hearing this, Li Gancheng's previously furrowed brows finally relaxed somewhat.

But this relief didn't last long, and Li Gancheng sighed helplessly.

"It's a pity that Liangzhou in the northwest is in rebellion and has not been recovered, and Jingzhou in the southeast is at war with the Song Dynasty and has not been unified either!"

"The northeastern part of Jizhou has also become mired in a quagmire of fighting against the Great Zhou."

"I wonder when I will be able to quell these wars!"

Sun Jian rolled his eyes at Li Gancheng.

You're thinking pretty far ahead!

In fact, Sun Jian believed that there was no need to worry too much about the war in Liangzhou, Jingzhou, and the border area of ​​Jizhou.