This move was extremely unruly. In all dynasties, Li Shimin rode a white horse and jumped out at the head, followed by a group of guards. Looking at this posture, it seemed that he had returned to the demeanor of General Tiance.
Luan Jia followed behind, but Luan Jia was too slow and Li Shimin couldn't wait.
He knew Du Ruhui's character. He would never send someone to report the news unless he was on his deathbed. And even if he was on his deathbed, if he didn't have something to say or something to entrust, he wouldn't bother.
Li Shimin knew that he was waiting for him and he must have something to say.
This counselor, who has been with him since he launched his army in Jinyang, is taciturn, but as soon as he opens his mouth, a decision will be made.
On the contrary, Fang Xuanling is always able to put forward incisive opinions and specific methods when encountering problems. He can come up with seven or eight ideas in the blink of an eye, but often cannot make a decision. At this time, it is necessary to
Du Ruhui was invited. As soon as Du Ruhui came, he briefly analyzed the problem and was able to immediately choose the best one from Fang Xuanling's opinions and methods, and he always hit the mark.
The two of them cooperated and complemented each other, so there was a saying that "the family's plan is over".
After Li Shimin ascended the throne, the two of them were granted the title of Shangshu Pushe. Fang Xuanling was the Shangshu Zuopshe, and Du Ruhui was the Shangshu Right Pushe. Their official positions were equal and they were on equal footing. In the eyes of everyone, the two were on equal footing with no distinction. But only Li Shimin himself
He knew in his heart that Du Ruhui was better than Fang Xuanling in the matter of strategy. The counselor he relied on more deeply was Du Ruhui!
Planning is important, but doing it starts with decision-making. Fang Xuanling is great at planning, but if he can't implement it, it's just talk on paper. At this time, talents who can show decisiveness are particularly valuable.
The horses galloped, constantly shortening the distance between the monarch and his subjects. Li Shimin's mind also flashed through the past between him and Du Ruhui.
Put down the rebellion of Xue Rengao, Liu Wuzhou, Wang Shichong, and Dou Jiande, and take charge of the troops of the Prince of Qin...
He remembered that night, when Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui were expelled from the capital, Yi disguised himself as a Taoist priest and returned to Chang'an late at night to plan Xuanwu affairs for him, contact the generals, and strengthen his confidence, launch a coup, and ascend to the throne of the emperor.
When he hesitated many times, it was Du Ruhui's decision that turned the situation around. Li Shimin did not dare to think about whether he would still be where he is today without Du Ruhui by his side!
And today, this man is going to die.
At the beginning of the year, they were still planning an attack on the Turks together. At that time, he was still very healthy. But when the army entered the territory of the Turks, he became ill. The illness came so quickly and quickly, and his body was deteriorating. It was difficult to cure him with medicine and stone.
Doctors said he would not survive more than half a year.
Even when Sun Simiao came to diagnose and treat him, he only allowed him to live for two more months.
Today, is it time to say goodbye?
A heartbreaking pain hit Li Shimin's mind, making his eyes red! At this moment, his resentment reached the sky. I am the emperor, I am the emperor, and the world belongs to me. Why can't I keep one of my close ministers?
If everything can't go as planned, what's the use of being the emperor?
Du Ruhui's mansion was in front of him. Li Shimin reined in the reins and jumped off the horse. Du Ruhui's butler stood waiting at the door. When he saw Li Shimin dismounting, he wanted to salute. Li Shimin waved his hand, ignored him, and strode straight to the back.
House.
The crying could not be stopped, and when Li Shimin heard it, his mood became even lower.
"Keming! I'm here!" Li Shimin rushed to the door and shouted first. On the hospital bed, Du Ruhui, who was explaining the funeral affairs to his eldest son, heard Li Shimin's voice, and tears instantly blurred his eyes.
He weakly raised his hand and said to his son and his wife and concubines: "I have already explained everything about the funeral. You all go out and let me say a few more words to Your Majesty..."
All the family members were in tears. Under the leadership of Du Ruhui's eldest son, Du Gou, they kowtowed heavily and pushed out of the house in tears, leaving their last moments to the monarch and his ministers.
Li Shimin came to the edge of the collapse and tightly held Du Ruhui's arm, which was as thin as firewood due to pain and suffering from illness. Looking at his skinny appearance, he could no longer restrain himself and burst into tears.
Du Ruhui wanted to raise his hand to wipe away Li Shimin's tears, but he could no longer do it. His face glowed with a look that was more energetic than a healthy person. Li Shimin had been used to death during his military life, and he knew that Du Ruhui had already
When it came time to return to his former glory, his time was running out.
"Because of my affairs, I made Your Majesty shed tears. As a minister, I feel extremely ashamed."
"Keming, between you and me, why are you talking about this? Why are you still like this after you took the miracle doctor's medicine?"
"Ha..." Du Ruhui sighed and said: "Your Majesty, when your life is over, this is God's will and cannot be resisted by human beings. Maybe there are too many people scheming in my life, so I think I should have this retribution."
Li Shimin cried louder. He naturally knew that the people Du Ruhui planned were all his enemies. If it was God's will, Du Ruhui would die for him.
"Your Majesty, I have to take a step forward. Before I leave, I still have some unfinished matters."
"You say, no matter what happens, I will promise you!"
"Two months ago, the memorial was..." Du Ruhui's breath was already a little confused, but Li Shimin understood it and said hurriedly: "I did what you wanted, and Li Mu lived up to my expectations and yours.
Now that he is in charge of the newly established Ministry of Internal Affairs, he can compete with the nobles, nobles, and nobles."
Du Ruhui showed a gratified smile and said: "Your Majesty, I have heard about Zhuluhou many times, but I have never seen him. I really want to meet him. Such a talented person, I really don't know what kind of style he is..."
Li Shimin shouted outside: "Go and call Li Mu and ask him to come see me immediately! Immediately!"
"No, don't bother..." Du Ruhui's breath became weaker: "I'm afraid it's too late... Your Majesty, there is something under the pillow, there is..."
Li Shimin hurriedly reached out and groped under Du Ruhui's pillow and found a memorial.
"This is……"
"Your Majesty, your Majesty, I know that Your Majesty is worried...what are you worried about? This memorial was written by me a few days ago when I still had some energy..."
Li Shimin's heart seemed to be blocked by something. He didn't expect that Du Ruhui was still planning for him when he was seriously ill. He didn't know how to express his words. He held the memorial in one hand and Du Ruhui's hand in the other.
He held up his hands and said in a trembling tone: "Keming! I can't bear to leave you!"
"I can't bear to leave you, Your Majesty..."
There was also a trace of tears left in the corners of Du Ruhui's eyes, which seemed to be a bit unwilling.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, I have one more thing to do!"
Suddenly, Du Ruhui's voice became louder, holding Li Shimin's hand tightly and staring into his eyes. Li Shimin knew that Du Ruhui was about to die, and this was probably his last breath, so he said anxiously: "Say it, I promise you."
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"My eldest son is mediocre, has a gentle temperament, won't cause trouble, and can carry on the family legacy. But my second son is very reckless, and I'm worried... please, Your Majesty." He breathed out in his throat, but he couldn't say the second half of the sentence.
Li Shimin understood what he meant and said: "Don't worry, I will marry my daughter to him. He will become my consort, and no one will dare to insult him."
When Du Ruhui heard this, he showed a look of relief. He gradually loosened his grip on Li Shimin's hand and his pupils became dilated.
Li Shimin held back his tears and stretched out his hand to help him close his eyes. He stood up and told Du Ruhui's family waiting at the door. Everyone rushed into the room and howled one after another.
Li Shimin stood blankly behind the crowd, looking at Du Ruhui, whose body was getting colder on the hospital bed, and suddenly his heart felt empty, as if he had lost something important.
He looked up at the bright moon in the sky, but his heart felt even more desolate. There was also a warm memorial in his hand. Li Shimin couldn't bear to look at it, so he rubbed it and put it in his arms.
Luan Jia had just arrived at this time, and Eunuch Gao ran over panting. Before he could greet him, Li Shimin had already spoken: "Go and inform all the officials, stop the court discussion, and let them all come to see Keming off."
Although Eunuch Gao felt that something was wrong, seeing that Li Shimin was in great grief, he did not dare to say anything. He responded, turned around and went out to make arrangements.
The entire mansion was in chaos, and Li Shimin sat alone in the hall, his mind going blank for a while.
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Li Mu had already stripped naked and got into bed and was going to sleep. Suddenly, a group of people knocked on the door. He was so frightened that he thought there was a mutiny. It wasn't until Li Chongyi's voice rang that Li Mu knew that it was Du Ruhui who had passed away. Li Shimin let him go, although Li Mu didn't know much about it.
I understand why Du Ruhui let him go after he died. There was no intersection between him and Du Ruhui. If we insist on saying that there was an intersection, it seems that only Wang Ou bought his family's house.
Has the matter been revealed? It seems unlikely!
But Li Shimin summoned him, so he had to go. He was going to express his condolences, so he couldn't wear tiger fur anymore, so Bai Qiaoqiao found a set of plain clothes for him. Li Mu got dressed and went out with Dugujiu.
As the son of Dugu Xiude and the heir of the Dugu Clan, Dugu Jiu could not avoid being present at such an occasion, so it would save them both trouble to go together.
The two families were not close to each other. When Li Mu arrived, the gate of Laiguo Duke's Mansion was already overcrowded. After the news came out, Chang'an City stayed up all night. Countless Du Ruhui's relatives and friends came one after another. Even some who didn't want to come, in
Under Li Shimin's imperial edict, he had to come.
Li Mu struggled to squeeze in and happened to see Eunuch Gao. Eunuch Gao brought him to Li Shimin. Li Shimin had not yet come out of his grief. He raised his eyes and glanced at Li Mu. His eyes were red again, which frightened Li Mu.
Jump. Ever since he has known Li Shimin, he has never seen him look so glum. Did the majestic king of the country cry once?
Du Ruhui actually occupies such a big position in Li Shimin's heart?
Before Li Mu came to Chang'an, Du Ruhui had been ill. He had never seen him during several court meetings. He really didn't know anything about this famous right servant of Shangshu. Seeing this scene at this time was really shocking.
It was a surprise.
"Li Mu, Keming passed away today. It feels like I have lost an arm. Do you know how painful it is in my heart?"