lcionline Chapter 351 Missed
Chapter 351 Missed
Chapter 351
Nanny Zhang stood at the door, craning her neck to look out for a long time, but she still didn't see the young lady coming back. She was so anxious that she kept turning around in circles. At this time, Chuntao, with her sharp eyes, pointed in the distance and shouted, "Hey, look, that's the young lady's carriage!" The master and servant's faces instantly showed joy, and they hurried to meet her.
Luo Shuiyao was helped down from the carriage by Chun Xing. Seeing their worried faces, she apologized and said, "I've been delayed for so long at the Right Prime Minister's Residence. I'm sorry to have caused you worry."
As Nanny Zhang helped her walk inside, she said, "I was worried that curfew would be coming up soon and the young lady wouldn't be back yet, so I was a little anxious. Young lady, is everything going well for you today?"
Luo Shuiyao understood what the nanny meant, nodded, and responded, "Everything is going well. The people in the Right Prime Minister's Mansion are very kind, and my father, mother, and brother are also very good to me."
Hearing that she even changed her address, Aunt Zhang's originally anxious heart finally settled down.
After they entered the courtyard, Aunt Zhang looked back at the alley entrance. Seeing that no one was in sight, she lowered her voice and said, "Miss, the Madam is here today."
Luo Shuiyao paused when she heard this and asked, "Madam? Are you talking about the aunt from the Marquis' Mansion?"
Nanny Zhang nodded quickly, "That's right. Madam arrived at noon and left just now. If the young lady had returned a moment earlier, she might have run into him."
Luo Shuiyao's brows furrowed, unable to comprehend the Marquis's sudden visit. She had long since left the Marquis's residence, so logically speaking, she wouldn't have much to do with them anymore. Could it be that his recent frequent interactions with Ye Yunzhou had reached the Marquis's wife? But the moment she thought of this, she immediately shook her head in denial. Ye Yunzhou had always been extremely secretive, so how could the Marquis's wife easily detect him? If they had been discovered, why would they have gone so far as to sneak into the palace in the middle of the night? After a moment's thought, Luo Shuiyao said, "Come inside first."
As soon as she entered the room and sat down, Luo Shuiyao reached out to remove the jewelry on her body and asked, "Aunt, did you tell me what you came here for today?"
Nanny Zhang shook her head and replied, "I don't know. Madam hasn't said anything. But judging from her expression and gesture, it seems she wants to reconcile with the young lady."
Then, Nanny Zhang recounted the Marquis's words and actions today in detail. Afterward, Nanny Zhang asked hesitantly, "Miss, did this old servant act on his own?"
"No." Luo Shuiyao turned around and smiled at her, "You did a great job. How can you take something from someone for no reason? The Marquis' Mansion doesn't owe us anything. We're living a decent life now, so there's no need to accept such a big favor."
"Then...Miss, should we send an invitation to the Marquis' Mansion and invite the Madam to visit us some other day?" Nanny Zhang asked with some hesitation.
Luo Shuiyao fell into deep thought after hearing this, and then asked in a flash: "What do you think will be a better approach?"
"This old servant feels that, although Madam and I have had many disagreements before, she is still our elder. Since she has taken the initiative to come to our house this time, it would be unreasonable for us to remain silent. Why not send her an invitation and invite her to visit when you are free? Even if we can't reconcile, having the Marquis's Mansion as our backing will certainly benefit us."
Upon hearing this, Nanny Zhang spoke out her thoughts without hesitation. She knew that the young lady was not one to ignore advice and would definitely not blame her for being too talkative.
As Aunt Zhang expected, Luo Shuiyao nodded slightly, saying, "Okay. I've been busy these past few days and have to travel a lot. I really can't spare the time. When things get less busy in a couple of days, I'll leave this matter to you."
"Yes, Miss, please rest early. I will take my leave."
After Nanny Zhang left, Luo Shuiyao withdrew her gaze and put the matter behind her. Nanny Zhang was old, experienced, and thorough, so she didn't need to worry about this. The most important thing right now was to rest quickly, after all, there was a tough battle tonight. Acupuncture for Emperor Yuanzhen could not afford the slightest mistake. If she wasn't in good condition, even the slightest misstep would be disastrous.
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The night was as dark as ink. On the palace road, Ye Yunzhou held Luo Shuiyao in his arms as they sped through the wind. This wasn't an intentional attempt to take advantage of him; it simply saved time and energy. Luo Shuiyao didn't feel offended by Ye Yunzhou's embrace. Besides, she was a bit lazy to begin with, figuring there was a shortcut, so why not take it? That's why, when Ye Yunzhou asked tonight, she feigned reserve, hesitating for a few moments before agreeing.
Ye Yunzhou saw her expression and her thoughts clearly. If she really was against it, he definitely wouldn't ask. But since she was willing, he naturally wouldn't miss such a good opportunity to get along.
Soon, the two appeared in the Hall of Supreme Harmony again.
Eunuch Su came forward as usual and led the two into the palace. However, today was different. There was a man in official robes in Emperor Yuanzhen's palace. Judging from his attire, he seemed to be from the Imperial Hospital.
As expected, just as Luo Shuiyao and Ye Yunzhou entered the hall, before they had time to salute, Emperor Yuanzhen raised his hand to interrupt: "Alright, this poison is tormenting me to the extreme. Since we can completely detoxify it today, let's get started."
Then, Emperor Yuanzhen pointed to a man in official uniform and introduced him to Luo Shuiyao, "This is Master Fang from the Imperial Hospital. I'm afraid you can't handle it alone, so I'm asking him to help you."
Luo Shuiyao looked closely and saw that the man was about forty or fifty years old, with a ruddy complexion and a refined demeanor. However, he had a few strands of white hair on his temples, which was consistent with his identity as an imperial physician.
She hurriedly saluted Lord Fang and said, "I greet Lord Fang. I feel much more at ease knowing that Lord Fang is here to treat His Majesty's health."
"Yeah." Lord Fang looked aloof and only nodded slightly. A hint of satisfaction quietly revealed itself on his stern and serious face.
All the drugs used in Luo Shuiyao's treatment had come through his hands. He was familiar with pharmacology and understood that Luo Shuiyao's treatment was bold, like a risky tactic. He admired her for this, but Luo Shuiyao was a woman after all, and hearing Emperor Yuanzhen praising her so highly, he couldn't help but feel a little unhappy.
Seeing that Luo Shuiyao remained humble and polite even after receiving His Majesty's praise, without a trace of arrogance, Lord Fang's slight prejudice dissipated. After all, the world is vast, and strange people and things emerge endlessly. Perhaps she is the disciple of some hidden master, which makes sense.
After introducing the two, Emperor Yuanzhen stood up and asked, "Will the treatment be the same as usual?"
Luo Shuiyao shook her head and said, "Today is different from the past. There is no need to take a medicinal bath."
Then, she looked at Eunuch Su and asked, "Eunuch, are the medicine for the prescription I gave you yesterday ready?"
Eunuch Su nodded and replied, "Don't worry, Miss Luo. I have already prepared it and it is warming on the stove."
Hearing this, Luo Shuiyao said, "Okay, then please, Eunuch Su, bring the medicine over so His Majesty can take it first."
"Yes, I'll go right away." Eunuch Su agreed, turned and hurried out of the inner hall, and quickly brought the warm medicine from the outer hall. Eunuch Su had served Emperor Yuanzhen for many years and was experienced in handling affairs. The medicine he brought was just the right temperature.
Emperor Yuanzhen took the medicine, drank it all, and then looked at Luo Shuiyao.
Without waiting for Emperor Yuanzhen to ask, Luo Shuiyao said, "Your Majesty, please take off your shirt. I will give you acupuncture."