There are surprises later, and a different plot! The little princess and Li Lizhi are a real headache later on. The little princess is more like the heroine, but the initial setting and introduction all marry Li Lizhi. The little princess will be compensated later, and the final ending is definitely sweet, not a knife.
With a sad heart, the crown prince Li Chengqian had to take charge of the situation.
With the departure of Li Shimin, Li Chengqian knew that there was no one to support him anymore, and he felt as if the sky that had been protecting him had collapsed.
There is no sense of relief, more sadness.
Fortunately, all the other princesses and princes have returned and can help Li Chengqian deal with these matters.
After the news came out, the entire Chang'an city was shrouded in an atmosphere of grief.
The people spontaneously stopped all entertainment activities, the bustling market became deserted, and many shops were temporarily closed.
Many people set up incense tables at home to offer sacrifices and pray for Li Shimin and Empress Changsun to express their grief.
In the court, the ministers, despite their grief, quickly began preparations for the transfer of power.
As the crown prince, Li Chengqian began to prepare for the coronation ceremony and other matters with the assistance of important ministers. During this period, various forces may surge undercurrents, and Li Chengqian and several important ministers will also pay close attention to the situation to ensure a smooth transition of power.
Temples and Taoist temples held rituals to pray for the souls of Li Shimin and Empress Zhangsun to be reincarnated and for peace and prosperity for the country and the people.
Monks and Taoists chanted scriptures and recited Buddhist scriptures, the sound of bells echoed over Chang'an City, and a solemn and dignified atmosphere enveloped the entire city.
The news of the death of Li Shimin and Empress Zhangsun was spread throughout the Tang Dynasty by telegraph, and the whole country was in grief for a time.
Many people have experienced the chaotic times at the end of the Sui Dynasty and know that it is not an exaggeration to say that the current Tang Dynasty is a paradise compared to the past.
Although this wise and capable emperor had flaws when he came to power, it is undeniable that he brought the country to an unprecedented height.
It laid a solid foundation for the Tang Empire and also gave the Tang Empire the label of "confidence, openness and inclusiveness".
Songtsen Gampo ran to the Taiji Hall, "Your Highness!"
"What is it?"
"General Jie Li took poison and left a suicide note saying that he would be buried with the late emperor!" Songtsen Gampo burst into tears.
"Daxing" means "passed away, never to return." This was the formal title for a recently deceased emperor in ancient times, conveying deep sorrow and respect for his passing. When mentioned or written about in formal settings, he was generally addressed as "Your Majesty the Daxing Emperor" or "The Daxing Emperor," though subjects might also use this title in informal settings such as private conversations. After the emperor's burial, he would be given a posthumous title based on his life's deeds and moral character, and would thereafter be referred to by that title. For example, Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, was posthumously named "Emperor Wen," but he could also be referred to as "Emperor Wen of Tang."
According to normal historical development, Jie Li Khan would have died early, but because of the arrival of Songtsen Gampo and his later entry into the Agricultural College to cultivate new crops for the grassland area, he stayed alive.
She had always been in good health, and out of gratitude for Li Shimin's great grace, she followed Empress Changsun's example and took poison.
Songtsen Gampo and Jie Li Khan had frequent dealings with Li Chengqian, and Li Chengqian had some feelings for them.
"I understand. Let the old general be buried with me in Zhaoling Mausoleum!" Li Chengqian realized something and shouted, "Come on! Prepare the carriage!"
If Jie Li Khan could do this, then other old ministers might be able to do it too.
As soon as he arrived at Duke Lu's mansion, Li Chengqian heard a loud noise inside.
Li Chengqian was right, Cheng Yaojin also had the same idea.
Cheng Yaojin was one of the few old ministers of the Zhenguan period, so naturally he had this idea.
Fortunately, Cheng Chumo, Cheng Tiehuan and others stopped him, so he did not take the poison.
"Uncle!" Li Chengqian ran over and grabbed Cheng Yaojin.
"Your Highness, please fulfill my wish and let me accompany the late emperor!" Cheng Yaojin had disheveled hair, tears streaming down his face, and looked quite embarrassed, with the poison tightly clenched in his hand.
Li Chengqian's eyes were red. "Uncle, I know you are extremely loyal to Grandpa. When Grandpa was alive, you fought in battles all over the country, risking your life. I will always remember this friendship. Grandpa's spirit would not want to see you like this!"
"My grandfather fought his entire life for the country and its people. Now that he has passed away, I, the heir, will carry on his legacy and continue to make the Tang Dynasty great."
"You are a founding father of the Tang Dynasty, a veteran of countless battles and rich in experience. I am about to ascend the throne, and I still need your assistance and guidance both in the court and on the battlefield."
"If Grandfather knew about this, he would surely hope that you could continue to serve the Tang Dynasty and watch me make this country more prosperous, rather than leave with him. If you leave, the Tang Dynasty will lose a pillar, and I will be like losing an arm. What will become of this country and its people?"
"I hope you take care of yourself, uncle, and stay to help me protect this vast land that Grandpa conquered, so that Grandpa can rest in peace!"
Cheng Yaojin stopped struggling and knelt down in the direction of Taiji Hall, "Your Majesty!"
No one doubted the relationship between Li Shimin and these old ministers.
It's not just Cheng Yaojin, there are a few others like this.
A few were stopped, and a few actually went.
Jie Li Khan and Zhang Ananda both wanted to accompany Li Shimin, and Li Chengqian also buried them both in Zhaoling Mausoleum.
The princesses were very sad about Zhang Ananda's departure. This old man had served Li Shimin all his life.
The successive blows made the princesses look dazed and haggard.
Li Chengqian also ascended the throne smoothly and became the third emperor of the Tang Dynasty!
Previously, Chu Suiliang took over Fang Xuanling's position, and Xue Rengui took over Li Jing's position.
The new emperor granted amnesty to the people upon his ascension to the throne and bestowed rewards upon many people, including Xiao Ran and several princesses.
Especially Xiao Ran added a lot of titles.
Li Chengqian and Li Shimin have always believed in Xiao Ran unconditionally. Others may have ideas about power, but Xiao Ran really doesn't.
Everyone is very clear about Xiao Ran's role. He poses no threat to the imperial power and there is no reason to ignore him.
The New Year's Eve of the 33rd year of Zhenguan was not lively.
After the departure of Li Shimin and Empress Zhangsun, Xiao Ran and several princesses were still grief-stricken.
Naturally, I don't have the energy to tinker with anything else.
Keep it simple!
Li Chengqian served as regent for more than 20 years and quickly stabilized the situation without any problems.
After New Year's Eve, on the first day of the new year, Li Chengqian changed the reign title to "Shengwu", and "Zhenguan" completely became a thing of the past.
"Sheng" means prosperity, implying that the Tang Dynasty under Li Chengqian's rule will continue to maintain the prosperity of the Zhenguan era and the national strength will be strong.
"Wu" embodies military strength and expansion of force, symbolizing that he will expand outward with powerful military force, making the Tang Dynasty's martial arts more glorious and becoming a military power.
The great unification that Li Shimin had wanted to see was just a little bit away, and Li Chengqian was going to continue to complete it.
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