Chapter 44 Chinese Medicine She felt hot all over

The peaceful days did not last long.

On the seventh day when Yun Xi stayed in the princess's residence without going out, news came from the palace asking her to come to the palace.

Thinking that perhaps the matter she was worried about was about to be resolved, Yun Xi immediately brought Ji Xun into the palace. Because of the special circumstances, she only brought two people with her, the other one being Yuan He.

Inside the Yangxin Palace, a column of ambergris smoke was slowly rising. The Emperor of Wei held his forehead with his hand, his brows furrowed, and his fingertips kept tapping on the half-finished memorial.

"Your son pays homage to His Majesty the Father."

The Emperor of Wei slowly opened his eyelids and saw that it was Yun Xi who came. He raised his hand and dismissed the palace maids, leaving only Eunuch Xu to serve him.

"Roujia, do you know why I summoned you into the palace?"

Yun Xi didn't hesitate and knelt down directly: "Your son knows his fault. This is my fault alone. If you want to punish me, then punish me."

Seeing her so direct, the Emperor of Wei didn't waste any more words. He trembled his pale lips and said, "You are just a girl. At most, you hurt Yunye. You don't have the courage to kill."

The Emperor of Wei was well aware of his daughter's temperament. She was kind-hearted by nature and had never seen a drop of real blood since she was a child. She could not be so cruel as to kill someone and throw him into the pond.

There must be other people helping behind the scenes.

Moreover, she is not the kind of person who likes to be willful and throw tantrums. If Yun Ye had not pushed her into a desperate situation, how could she take the initiative to deal with him?

"Your handkerchief was found on Yunye's body." The Emperor of Wei closed his eyes, a look of fatigue in his eyes. "Your uncle is a tough guy. He won't give up until you give him an explanation."

Although he tried his best to cover it up, there was a traitor in the palace who was beyond his sight, and the matter had probably spread.

"Pick a loyal servant and push him out to pay for his life. Or, go to your uncle's house and confess your mistake. You are my daughter after all, and for my sake, he will definitely not do anything to you."

Yun Li had numerous wives and concubines, so naturally, he wasn't short of a son. He'd probably had more children in Nanzhao than the Emperor of Wei himself. He'd brought this fool back with him, and the Emperor of Wei had seen through his intentions.

Even if the person forced to kill this time was not Yun Xi, it would be anyone around Emperor Wei. Yun Li was coming for him.

If Yun Xi refused to admit it, or if the Emperor of Wei could not give a reasonable answer, Yun Li would definitely find an excuse to stir up trouble.

Yun Xi was his beloved daughter, and if she admitted her mistake, it was equivalent to the Emperor of Wei compromising with him. Although it was a loss of face, at least there was a chance for a stable life.

His daughter didn't know that the Wei Dynasty was now facing external and internal troubles, and the court could not afford to suffer any major turmoil, so Yun Xi could only be wronged temporarily.

"Where's that new guard you recruited? He was with you at the banquet that day. Let him in. I want to reward his relatives."

Yun Xi's heart sank, and she quickly said, "Father, I don't want anyone else to die in my place, and this matter has nothing to do with my guards... I am willing to personally come and apologize to the Emperor."

The Emperor of Wei pondered for a moment, then finally agreed and waved his hand: "Go."

After he finished speaking, he suddenly started coughing uncontrollably. Yun Xi hurried forward to hand him a handkerchief, and together with Eunuch Xu, they helped him to breathe smoothly.

"Father, are you okay?"

The Emperor of Wei coughed up a few mouthfuls of blood. After calming down, he frowned and said, "...My health is getting worse day by day. Now I can't even take medicine properly."

Yun Xi: "Father will definitely live a long life."

The Emperor of Wei chuckled softly, "It's your mother who's missing me down there. After all these years, if I saw her again, I'm afraid she wouldn't recognize me... My greatest wish now is to find you a good family so you can marry off with honor."

Yun Xi remained silent and held his hand tightly: "...Actually, I don't like the second son of the Xie family."

"Emotions are cultivated through life. When I was young, I didn't like your mother either. I always thought she was dull and boring. Later, after experiencing too many people and things, I realized that her virtue and tenderness are the most rare things in this world." The Emperor of Wei recalled the past, his eyes moving slightly.

"You are young and impetuous now, and perhaps you may look down on the Second Son of the Xie family for now, but you will eventually see his merits," the Wei Emperor said. "I have met that child. Aside from being a bit stubborn, his abilities are quite good. He simply ran away from home due to a momentary temper tantrum."

"If it really doesn't work, isn't there another one in the Xie family? He and you have been childhood sweethearts. I can see that he likes you too."

Yun Xi was stunned for a moment before she realized, "Father knows that Xie Yange is a man?"

"Of course I know. Prime Minister Xie is a loyal minister. He never hides anything from me."

Yun Xi: "...but I don't like him."

The Emperor of Wei said helplessly: "Then what kind do you like?"

Yun Xi deliberately raised the bar and said, "This son likes a man as noble as my father, the supreme ruler above all others."

After hearing her words, the Emperor of Wei, though looking weak, could not help but smile: "Father is reluctant to marry you to a foreign country. There are many rough and unruly people outside the Great Wei."

"However, if I had not become emperor later, you might have actually been engaged to a foreigner."

Yun Xi became curious: "Hmm?"

"When I was the King of Jiangnan, the late emperor was considering a marriage alliance with a neighboring kingdom. Since all his princesses were married, he could only choose from among his grandchildren, and he happened to choose you. Later, the late emperor abdicated the throne to me, and the plan was dropped."

Yun Xi remembered that Great Wei had many neighboring countries: "Which one is it?"

The Emperor of Wei's expression became more restrained, his gaze darkening. "That country has been conquered by another nation. There's no need to ask further. I won't marry you off to suffer abroad, especially since I don't even know the man's name or age."

"The draft marriage certificate is still in my hands. It's useless to keep it. Take it and remind yourself to choose your sweetheart."

Eunuch Xu took out a scroll from the secret compartment of the antique display cabinet and handed it to Yun Xi.

Yun Xi found the sudden unfulfilled engagement a bit novel, so she accepted it and planned to take a closer look at it when she got back.

"I'll take my leave."

…

After coming out of the Yangxin Palace, Yun Xi met up with Ji Xun and Yuan He who were guarding the door.

Seeing her finally come out, Ji Xun rolled his eyes and looked at her, looking her up and down, stopping at the scroll in her arms: "What is this?"

Yun Xi handed the scroll to Yuan He: "These are some old things. It's not convenient to talk about them here. I'll tell you when I get back."

She got on the carriage in three or two steps, and Ji Xun followed her at a moderate pace.

"Returning to the Princess's Mansion?"

"No. Go to the Nanzhao Palace."

Hearing this, Ji Xun raised his eyebrows: "Is the matter resolved?"

Yun Xi sighed, "It's not that easy. I went to apologize... Father told me to either find someone to die in my place or admit my mistake."

"He was quicker than I thought, and he wanted you to die in his place right from the start." Yun Xi said, "I definitely can't let you get implicated."

After hearing this, Ji Xun didn't seem surprised: "...Yeah."

"I don't know what Yun Ye's status is in the eyes of the emperor's uncle." Yun Xi was a little worried.

What if the King of Nanzhao really loves his prince? Wouldn't it be like rubbing salt into his wounds if she apologized at this time?

She was afraid that if she went there, he would come and kill her with a knife.

"If he is an ambitious man, a foolish son would mean nothing to him. Perhaps he just wants your father's statement."

Ji Xun's guess was the same as his father's. Yun Xi hesitated for a moment and said, "I hope so."

…

Nanzhao Palace.

Before the princess's carriage arrived, someone was already waiting in front of the Nanzhao Palace, as if they had already anticipated her coming today.

"We respectfully welcome Princess Roujia." Yun Li stood in front of the mansion gate, accompanied by two beautiful maids who were very close to him.

"Roujia is not worthy of such a great gift from the emperor's uncle." Yun Xi said softly.

Yun Li: "How can I not bear it? After all, you are the emperor's daughter, a world apart from me, a prince from the mountains. The last time my brother mentioned you to me, he praised you for being virtuous and lovely. But I didn't expect that the person who came to visit this time would be you. I am really surprised."

"I don't know what kind of virtuous you are." Yun Li looked at her meaningfully.

Yun Xi felt a little uncomfortable being stared at by him, and could only pretend to be calm: "Rou Jia knows that she has done something wrong, and I hope that the emperor's uncle will forgive her. But it was Yun Ye who started it that day, so if we really want to make a fuss, it's actually his fault..."

Yun Li raised his hand. "Alright. Although I'm old, I know my son well. He's been a lecher since he was little, and gets anxious when he sees a beautiful woman. When I saw you, I understood what was going on."

"This cannot be blamed on him. If he were mentally sound, he wouldn't have done such an outrageous act. I should be the one to apologize to His Highness first."

His attitude was completely different from the gloomy look at the party, and he spoke with a smile.

"I've thought carefully about Yun Ye's matter these past few days. It was his fate. You don't have to feel guilty." Yun Li said, "Come in and have a cup of tea with the emperor's uncle today. I won't let your trip be in vain."

Since he had already spoken, Yun Xi couldn't refuse and could only follow his wishes and enter the Nanzhao Palace.

"Your Highness is afraid?"

Ji Xun, who was following her, asked in a low voice.

Yun Li walked in front without looking back. Yun Xi nodded quietly, with sweat on her palms.

"Your Highness, hold me by the hand."

Ji Xun extended his sleeve, and Yun Xi grabbed him, finally feeling a little relieved. Their actions were very secretive, and there was no sign of anything unusual.

Arriving at the front hall, Yun Xi and Yun Li went into the house together, while Ji Xun and Yuan He stayed at the door to guard.

"Princess, you probably haven't tasted Nanzhao's finest Pu'er in Chang'an, right?"

Yun Li raised his hand and told the maid to pour her tea. Yun Xi sat down opposite him, not sure what his purpose was.

Yun Xi found that he didn't seem as angry as she had imagined, but rather strangely kind.

She didn't dare touch the tea for a moment. She watched Yun Li drink it, then she raised the cup and took a sip: "It is indeed good tea. I appreciate your expense, uncle."

What a bullshit.

She didn't understand tea at all and didn't drink it normally, so she couldn't taste the difference.

Yun Xi felt like she was sitting on pins and needles, her knuckles turning white as she gripped the teacup. Yun Li noticed her awkwardness and chuckled softly, "Don't be nervous, Princess. I'm offering you tea because I want to discuss something with you."

Yun Xi: "Uncle, please speak frankly."

"I heard that my royal brother is currently looking for a consort for the princess. Does he have any candidates?" Yun Li asked with a smile.

"The second son of the Xie family was originally chosen, but there was a delay and it hasn't been decided yet," said Yun Xi.

Yun Li seemed to be lost in thought. "Prime Minister Xie's son? Although he's powerful, he's a playboy and wouldn't be a good match for the princess. I've heard that Zheng Si, the only son of Minister Zheng, is quite good. Perhaps the princess would consider him."

He really acted like an uncle, interfering in her marriage, but Yun Xi vaguely understood his hidden meaning.

Zheng Si, Minister Zheng... Why did Yun Li suddenly mention him? Was Minister Zheng on the side of the Nanzhao King? Was Yun Li trying to win her over?

Yun Xi tried hard to think, but her mind became more and more confused. She suddenly felt dizzy and her hands gradually became weak, so she could only put down the teacup.

Her body was getting hotter and hotter.

Yun Xi looked up at Yun Li and saw that his expression was still normal. He was clearly drinking the same pot of tea as her.

No way... There are at least five or six maids and servants around, so many people watching...

She looked outside again. The heat in her body had already surged throughout her body, and she could no longer sit still.

"What happened to the princess?"

"I...I want to go out and get some fresh air." Yun Xi forced herself to hold her breath, but her throat was so tight that it was difficult for her to speak.

Yun Li was about to stand up: "I will take the princess to have a good look around the Nanzhao Palace."

"No need. I just feel like vomiting."

She became increasingly irritated and finally couldn't help revealing her emotions. She then quickly rushed out the door, leaving Yun Li and a group of maids in the front hall.

Yun Li stared at her retreating figure, his pupils half-closed, a hint of doubt flashing across his face. His gaze fell on the teacup that Yun Xi had accidentally knocked over before leaving. He pondered for a moment, then suddenly chuckled.

"I see."

He waved to the maid beside him.

"Follow Princess Roujia and don't let her find you."

"yes."

The maid responded softly and then went out. Her footsteps were so light that they were completely inaudible. It was obvious that she was specially trained.