AWB Chapter 415 Gao Xian Wakes Up
Chapter 415 Gao Xian Wakes Up
He bowed and said, "Your Majesty is too badly injured. In order to save your life, we had no choice but to use an extremely strong medicine."
"Although the medicine is potent, it damages the root cause, I'm afraid..."
At this point, his voice trailed off, "It will...affect the Emperor's lifespan."
The Empress Dowager's face darkened instantly.
"A shortened lifespan? What do you mean by that!"
The cold sweat on the imperial physician's forehead slid down his cheeks.
He lowered his head, his voice trembling: "Your Majesty, according to my calculations... His Majesty may only have ten years left to live."
The Empress Dowager's joyful expression froze instantly.
Her hands gripped the handkerchief so tightly she almost tore it to shreds.
The hall fell silent, as if even breathing had stopped.
"Over the past ten years, Your Majesty must take great care of yourself and must not overexert yourself or get injured, otherwise..."
The imperial physician spoke in a low voice, and after finishing, he paused, seemingly hesitant to continue.
"Otherwise what?" The Empress Dowager's voice carried a hint of coldness.
"Otherwise... even these ten years might be hard to guarantee," the imperial physician finally said through gritted teeth.
The Empress Dowager's body began to tremble uncontrollably.
She slowly closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and remained silent for a long time.
Upon hearing this, Xie Yanli's face darkened.
A complex emotion flickered in his eyes.
At this moment, the maidservant in front of the dragon bed suddenly exclaimed softly, her voice filled with barely suppressed joy: "Your Majesty! His Majesty has awakened!"
"Xian'er!" The Empress Dowager rushed forward. "You're finally awake!"
On the bed, Gao Xian moved his eyelashes. Although his face was still pale, his eyes were already open.
His gaze appeared somewhat unfocused in the candlelight.
After a moment, Gao Xian's gaze gradually focused.
His lips moved as if he wanted to say something, but he didn't have the strength.
The Empress Dowager quickly turned to her maid and instructed, "Quickly, bring the Emperor his medicine and have the imperial physician examine him more carefully."
The oppressive atmosphere inside the hall eased slightly.
The imperial physicians immediately stepped forward and bent down to take Gao Xian's pulse.
After examining the patient for a while, Physician Zhang said in a low voice, "The pulse is still acceptable, and the wound has not worsened. However, His Majesty's blood and qi have been greatly depleted, and he needs to recuperate slowly. He must not get angry or overwork himself for the time being."
"I have already prepared a decoction to regulate your Qi and blood. Just take it on time. In addition, Your Majesty needs to rest more. I will prescribe a few more tonics later."
Seeing this, the Empress Dowager was slightly relieved and instructed, "Then follow the imperial physician's instructions and quickly prepare the medicine."
Soon, the young eunuch brought in the medicine.
After taking the medicine, Gao Xian's complexion improved significantly.
But he was still pale, and he hadn't spoken a word since he woke up.
The Empress Dowager couldn't help but glance at Gao Xian again.
Feeling somewhat uneasy, he secretly wondered if the imperial physician had heard what he had just said.
If you heard it, how much did you hear?
Gao Xian saw the Empress Dowager's gaze and naturally understood what she was thinking.
He spoke, his voice so soft it seemed as if it would dissipate with a breath.
"Mother, I heard everything just now."
The Empress Dowager panicked instantly and rushed forward: "Xian'er... don't think too much. The imperial physician was just saying it on the spot, it might not be true..."
"We can search for renowned doctors all over the world; we'll surely be able to cure him, we'll always find a way."
Gao Xian raised his hand, indicating that she didn't need to say anything more.
He looked up at the curtains in front of him, his eyes calm and undisturbed.
"Mother, there is no need to worry. Lifespan varies, and the most important thing right now is to live these ten years well."
"At least, I am still here now."
The Empress Dowager's vision was instantly blurred by tears.
Her throat felt like it was choked by something, and she couldn't make a sound. She could only cover her lips tightly with a handkerchief.
Her son, Xian'er, was physically weak from a young age.
She couldn't even stand the slightly cool winter wind. Back then, she would often stay by his bedside all night, listening to his coughs and shedding tears.
She only hoped that he could grow up safely.
But who would have thought... that there would be a time when an elderly person outlives their child!
Thinking of this, the Empress Dowager felt as if her heart was being torn apart, and she could no longer hold back her tears.
Upon seeing this, Granny Wei hurriedly stepped forward to support the Empress Dowager.
The Empress Dowager was crying uncontrollably, while Gao Xian remained calm in contrast.
He turned his gaze to Xie Yanli, who was standing to the side, and said in a low, calm voice, "You've come."
During this period, he and Xie Yanli almost never saw each other again.
Although there was no fratricide, a rift had formed between them...
They can't do it, they can't pretend it doesn't exist.
Fortunately, Xie Yanli was still willing to come and see him.
The friendship of twenty years is still there, but it's barely a whisper now.
Xie Yanli nodded slightly and softly called out, "Your Majesty."
He then fell silent.
Gao Xian sighed inwardly, his gaze involuntarily drifting towards Xie Yanli's back.
Seeing that there was no space behind him, she lowered her eyes again, concealing her emotions.
He should have known better.
She won't come.
She said she hated her.
Xie Yanli naturally noticed Gao Xian's gaze and felt a surge of displeasure.
"Your Majesty is well, so I am relieved and will take my leave now."
The Empress Dowager nodded slightly, and Gao Xian remained silent.
Xie Yanli left the palace directly.
Hou House.
The night was deep, and the courtyard of Ting Qinglan was quiet.
Only the lanterns under the eaves still shone with a warm yellow light, making the surroundings glow slightly.
At the door, the maid looked up and saw a tall figure walking slowly towards her.
The man wore a dark blue outer robe, with a jade pendant swaying at his waist, exuding a calmness that blended into the night.
"Young Master," the maidservant reported in a low voice.
Xie Yanli nodded, his voice low and deep: "Mm."
He stepped into the house, and the children's eyes all fell on him when they saw him.
"Father, you're finally back!"
Xie Jue was the first to rush forward, his eyes shining brightly, his tone full of worry.
“Why did you take so long this time? You left this morning and are only just getting back now. My mother and I were so worried.”
Xie Jingchun's expression also showed a hint of nervousness.
Xie Yanli looked at them and said slowly, "It's alright, I'm back now."
He reached out and patted Xie Jue on the shoulder.
"Father, how is the Emperor?" Xie Jingchun asked.
Qin Jiuwei also looked up at him at this moment.
Xie Yanli pursed his lips, but decided to tell them everything anyway.
"His Majesty has woken up, but... he is too badly injured and only has ten years left to live."
Upon hearing this, everyone's faces showed surprise.
The most shocked person was Xie Jingchun, whose brows furrowed tightly.
ten years……
Although he had not yet entered officialdom, he was older than his younger brothers.
I do know a bit about political affairs.
If the emperor were to pass away, the court would certainly become unstable.
Although Consort Meng in the palace is pregnant, she does not know the gender...
Unlike him, Xie Jing remained calm and silent.
He sat quietly with his eyes downcast.