AWB Chapter 325: Lady Yu, you can’t just tolerate it
Chapter 325: Lady Yu, you can’t just tolerate it
Yu Sujin was unsure of the Queen Mother's intention, so she declined in fear.
"I am fine, I am just on night duty. It is not unfair for a lowly person to serve a high-ranking lady. Your Majesty, please take care of yourself and do not worry about these trivial matters. I am young and it is okay for me to work harder."
The Queen Mother's face turned serious and she warned her solemnly.
"It's precisely because you're young that you don't understand the downsides of this. Those in lower positions should respect those in higher positions, but those in higher positions shouldn't act arbitrarily and take pleasure in deceiving others. Furthermore, Zheng Zhuyi has been deceiving me, making me think you two are close friends. This is an even bigger mistake. If there are too many people in the palace who say one thing in public and do another in private, the atmosphere will be completely distorted."
"I will teach you."
Yu Sujin listened carefully, looking well-behaved.
The Queen Mother continued, "Therefore, someone must come to stop Concubine Zheng's unhealthy tendency to bully those below her. I am not in a position to lecture the concubines at this time. It just so happens that your sister has the responsibility of assisting the harem, so let her vent your anger on your behalf."
Yu Sujin hurriedly said, "Concubine Zhao is injured and is recuperating. I'm afraid she can't do it. Moreover, because it involves concubines, she has to avoid suspicion and can't handle this matter personally."
"Then change to Concubine Hui? Concubine Shun? Or Concubine Kang?"
The Queen Mother actually acted as if this was a necessary action.
This surprised Yu Sujin secretly.
I had no choice but to advise the Queen Mother to take care of herself first, and it would not be too late to personally inquire about this matter after the palace ban was lifted.
Doubt flashed across the Dowager's solemn face. "You seem afraid that Concubine Zheng will be punished? Did she threaten you with something?"
"No, no! Queen Mother, I just..."
Yu Sujin quickly thought of an excuse.
At this time, the palace maid outside reported that the imperial physician had come to check Ping An's pulse.
Concubine Hui sealed off Ciyun Palace, asking the Empress Dowager to reflect on herself, but she couldn't stop the imperial physician. Every two or three days, Zheng Miao, the imperial physician who specialized in treating the Empress Dowager, would visit.
Yu Sujin hid behind the screen.
Through the screen, I heard Imperial Physician Zheng greet the Empress Dowager, take her pulse, and give her instructions on her daily life. He then simply adjusted the tonic prescription and then said goodbye.
The Queen Mother stopped him and asked, "What has Doctor Zheng been busy with lately?"
Zheng Miao replied, "I dare not neglect my utmost to care for the Empress Dowager. Every time I return from Ciyun Palace, I study medical texts day and night, striving to find the most suitable herbs and prescriptions for the Empress Dowager, carefully considering them. Furthermore, I personally prepare, boil, and deliver the medicines for you, Your Majesty. I no longer handle other errands, but only offer my humble assistance to the Empress Dowager. I only hope that the Empress Dowager will remain in good health, which will be your blessing."
The Queen Mother smiled, praised Zheng Miao, and ordered Shixiang to give him a reward.
He was also given a set of fine purple clay tea sets from the imperial kiln.
"Doctor Zheng, even though you're busy, I have an extra errand for you. Go to Chunxi Palace and tell Concubine Zhao that I'm saying that Concubine Zheng has been secretly being tactless and wantonly bullying Concubine Yu. As the eldest sister and the one assisting in the management of the harem, although she is now under suspicion, since she hasn't been convicted yet, it's her responsibility to discipline Concubine Zheng and correct the harem's atmosphere. Have her come to Ciyu Palace when she's free, take Concubine Zheng back, and give her a good lesson."
Zheng Miao was a little surprised by the Queen Mother's order.
But he still responded respectfully: "The Queen Mother has ordered, and I dare not disobey. I will go to Chunxi Palace and pass on the message."
He bowed and took his leave.
As soon as he left, Yu Sujin hurried out from behind the screen and said anxiously, "Empress Dowager! I'm fine, you..."
"Don't say any more. I know my limits." The Queen Mother said earnestly, "Lady Yu, I want to tell you that while being docile is good, you can't just give in in the palace."
Yu Sujin bit her lip.
He hesitated to speak, tears welling up in his eyes.
He seems to be in a hurry.
In the end, he didn't dare to say anything.
……
"How is the Empress Dowager doing lately?"
Fei Wan was lying on the soft couch in the outer room with a gauze curtain hanging in front of her. She summoned Zheng Miao through the curtain.
This is not the first time I have met this imperial physician.
Fei Wan knew that he was a smart man.
Zheng Miao said, "I just checked the Empress Dowager's pulse. Her pulse is stronger than it was after the birthday banquet, almost the same as that of an ordinary person."
Fei Wan then asked, "What is the pulse condition of an ordinary person?"
Zheng Miao replied, "People eat a variety of grains and have seven emotions and six desires. It's rare to find someone with a completely pure pulse. If someone is overthinking or emotionally agitated, their pulse may appear stronger. However, this is often an illusion. A smooth and steady pulse is best, like a steady trickle of water, a sign of longevity."
Oh.
It turns out that the Queen Mother is plotting something, and is determined to succeed, and is very excited.
This is the same as Fei Wan's inference.
Zheng Miao feels that the Queen Mother’s reign cannot last long and her future is in danger?
If they were both testing the waters when they first met, then after a period of private contact, is Zheng Miao now inclined to help Chunxi Palace?
Fei Wan smiled and praised Zheng Miao: "Dr. Zheng is indeed a very knowledgeable doctor. I have benefited a lot from listening to him."
"If I could do my bit for your majesty, I would be honored."
Fei Wan sighed deliberately: "I am burdened with unclear suspicion and covered in wounds. I don't know what the future holds for me. It's too early for you to be honored."
Zheng Miao bowed his head. "A doctor observes, listens, asks, and palpates, and can see the whole picture from a single leaf. Your Majesty, I understand your internal energy is weak for now, but your vitality is strong. I believe that you will soon be able to dispel the heat, toxins, and coldness in your body, and you will be back to normal health. With a few more days of good care, you will be more rosy-faced and full of vitality than ordinary people."
Does this mean that she will be able to get out of her current predicament quickly and even get better?
This person is very interesting!
"When you asked for an audience just now, you said you were ordered to deliver a message from the Empress Dowager. What was that message?"
Zheng Miao relayed the Queen Mother's instructions truthfully.
Fei Wan listened silently and thought for a moment.
He smiled and said, "The Empress Dowager truly has a good way of managing the palace. Imperial Physician Zheng, when do you think it would be appropriate for me to go to Ciyun Palace?"
Zheng Miao replied, "Your Majesty is not feeling well, so you can wait a little longer. However, I only know medicine, so it is best for Your Majesty to make all the decisions about palace affairs herself."
"I understand. Thank you for your hard work, Doctor Zheng. You can go now. Xiangyi, see Doctor Zheng off."
Xiangyi sent Zheng Miao out and gave him a heavy purse.
Zheng Miao held it in his sleeve and felt the shape of several silver ingots and the texture of paper. He knew that Concubine Zhao was generous and this time she had both silver and banknotes.
After leaving Chunxi Palace, he found a deserted place on the road and secretly checked with his hands folded, but he was surprised.
It's not a silver ingot, it's clearly a gold ingot!
The amount of those two silver notes was not small.
This time, Concubine Zhao was more generous than ever before.
This……
Zheng Miao calmly put away his purse.
My heart beats a little faster.
I had a vague feeling that something might be about to happen.
But with his current status and position, it is impossible for him to know what the specific matter is.
I looked up at the sky full of dark clouds.
He stepped forward.
I just hope I didn't choose the wrong person.
In Chunxi Palace, Fei Wan thought carefully for a moment, then called someone and ordered, "Go and invite Concubine Hui."
The Queen Mother entrusted her with an "important task".
She can't let the Queen Mother down!