Chapter 732: Unparalleled National Talent

Tang Li poured Wei Qing a cup of hot tea and held it in front of him.

Wei Qing put the tea aside, pulled her to sit on his lap.

Tangli carefully avoided his wound and sat very obediently.

"Zhao Shu ran away with Concubine Wang and abandoned Zhu Chunjiao. The holy doctor was arrested and the emperor summoned him again." Wei Qing said.

Tang Li was not surprised at all that the emperor summoned the saintly doctor.

Once you're hooked on that kind of thing, it's hard to get rid of it. Even the most talented person will turn into a puddle of mud. Furthermore, the emperor had taken so much of that drug and was completely addicted to it, how could he possibly quit?

Since he can't quit, then so be it. He doesn't have much time left to live anyway.

The sooner he dies, the sooner the Xiao family can clear their grievances and see the light of day again.

They don't actively harm others, but if the other party wants to die, they will naturally not stop them.

Tang Li knew that her husband had the same idea as her.

"Where is Zhu Chunjiao?" Tang Li asked.

Zhu Chunjiao, also known as Gu Ying, killed so many people, but relied on the protection of the original heaven, just like an indestructible cockroach that could not be killed no matter what.

This time, with Zhao Shu's downfall, Zhu Chunjiao should be completely finished.

Only by dying can she repay those she has harmed!

"He ran away." Wei Qing said, "We sent the Imperial Guards to look for him."

"How's Zhao Duan doing?" Tang Li asked.

Tang Li will not feel at ease until Zhao Shu is caught.

"We're still hunting him, there's no new information." Wei Qing said, "Zhao Shu is like a grasshopper after autumn, he won't be able to jump for much longer."

Tangli nodded.

"Husband, you have so many injuries on your body. Rest more and don't handle official business." Tang Li said.

There are a lot of things piling up, but since his wife said so, of course he has to listen to her.

"good."

Wei Qing was ready to hold his wife in his arms and have a good sleep...

However, things did not go as he wished. As soon as he took Tang Li's hand and walked out of the study, a servant came hurriedly.

"Sir, someone came from the Duan Mansion and said that Prime Minister Duan asked you to visit his house." The servant reported.

Prime Minister Duan is so seriously ill, and if he wants to see Wei Qing, it must be something important.

For Yu Weiqing, Prime Minister Duan was both his teacher and friend. He hated the intrigues in the court, so he admired Prime Minister Duan's character even more.

Wei Qing rushed to Duan Mansion without any hesitation.

Prime Minister Duan has been the Prime Minister for decades, the Prime Minister of the Cabinet, and holds a high position of power, but his house does not look like the house of a high-ranking official at all. Deep in the alley, there is an ancient plaque with the words "Duan Mansion" written on it. There are two lions guarding the door and a gatekeeper at the door.

After Wei Qing gave his name, he was led in by the doorman.

The Duan Mansion was not big. Wei Qing followed the gatekeeper and soon arrived at the courtyard where Prime Minister Duan lived.

"Master Wu, you are here. Master is waiting inside." The servant said, leading Wei Qing into the room.

As soon as he entered, Wei Qing smelled a strong smell of medicine. He raised his head and saw Prime Minister Duan sitting on the couch.

Prime Minister Duan was dressed neatly and cleanly, his hair was combed, and his exposed face looked exceptionally thin and pale.

Wei Qing had met Prime Minister Duan at the palace gate yesterday, so he wasn't as frightened when he saw him again.

Prime Minister Duan was really seriously ill. When Doctor Su came back, Wei Qing asked Doctor Su to see Prime Minister Duan. Doctor Su was helpless and could only prescribe some medicine to make Duan feel better, but it could not stop him from getting weaker day by day.

When destiny arrives, no matter how powerful a doctor is, he cannot fight against it.

Prime Minister Duan saw Wei Qing and waved at him: "Come."

Wei Qing walked over to him and sat down on the other side of the couch.

He looked at the full bowl of medicine and asked, "Prime Minister, have you taken the medicine?"

Duan Shoufu's skinny face suddenly showed an expression of disgust: "It's too bitter."

Wei Qing couldn't help but raise his brows. He didn't expect that Prime Minister Duan, who was always majestic and powerful, had such a childish side.

"Sir, didn't you take the medicine?" At this time, a head popped in from outside. It was the old servant who had been taking care of Prime Minister Duan.

When Prime Minister Duan saw the old servant, he immediately felt guilty and said quickly, "Drink it now, drink it now, and don't nag."

As he said this, he held the medicine and drank it all.

After drinking it, he sat there with his head supported, as if waiting for the effect to subside.

"Old Jin, drink it." Prime Minister Duan said with an imperceptible sense of pride.

After a while, the old servant pushed the door open and came in: "That's right, how can your body be healthy if you don't drink."

The old servant picked up the medicine bowl and walked out the door.

"Old Jin, guard the door and don't let anyone in." Prime Minister Duan ordered.

"I understand, sir." The old servant went out and closed the door tightly.

"I have no children, and Old Jin has been taking care of me for decades." Duan Shoufu seemed quite helpless and concluded, "He has become arrogant because of his favor."

Wei Qing had heard something about Prime Minister Duan.

Prime Minister Duan was born in a poor family, but he won the top three places in the imperial examinations, which was a great success.

Later he entered the Hanlin Academy and then the cabinet, rising step by step.

Even though he was in high spirits and had spread his wings like a roc, Prime Minister Duan did not abandon his wife and brought her to the capital.

The couple loved each other deeply but had no children. Later, his wife died of illness, and Prime Minister Duan never remarried. He was left alone like this, with no family matters to worry about, only state affairs.

Prime Minister Duan had many disciples, but they were all gentlemen and he didn't have many personal relationships with them.

This person is a truly noble person and a true celebrity.

Wei Qing always felt that everyone was selfish and it was difficult for them to serve the people and the world.

Just like him, in his eyes, his wife and children come before the world.

Precisely because he couldn't do it, he admired Prime Minister Duan even more.

He looked at Wei Qing and said, "Thank goodness you are here this time, otherwise the world would be ruined and the people would suffer."

"I'm almost dying," Prime Minister Duan said again, "The world is in such a mess, and I can't do anything about it."

Prime Minister Duan's words sounded like a last will and testament, and Wei Qing felt depressed and uncomfortable.

"Master Duan, the rest of the matter will be handled by later generations. You have already done what you should do." Wei Qing said.

Prime Minister Duan sighed softly, but he just couldn't let go.

"The crown prince must be the Sixth Prince. Although the Sixth Prince is an adult, he is not that experienced. The world is in chaos now, with internal and external troubles. He needs your assistance." said Prime Minister Duan.

"It's natural to be loyal to the emperor while receiving his salary." Wei Qing said.

Prime Minister Duan looked at him steadily, as if he wanted to see through his heart.

He'd lived so long, seen so many people, yet he still couldn't quite see through the person in front of him. Wu Yu was very capable, but he always felt like he was detached, like he had his own agenda, ready to leave once he'd accomplished his mission. Even if the world was in turmoil, what did it have to do with him?

Prime Minister Duan was worried that if he left, no one would be able to assist the new emperor, and the world would fall into chaos again.

"Wu Yu, can you promise me that you will help the new emperor to stabilize the country and bring peace to the people?"

Wei Qing didn't say anything. He had originally planned to live in seclusion with his wife and go look for Sanbao after Zhao Jingxuan ascended the throne and cleared the Xiao family of the grievances.

Never mind, he'll just stay for a while longer and work hard for a while longer.

His wife is also a kind person. If the world is peaceful and the people are safe, his wife will be happy.

Wei Qing nodded: "Okay, I promise you."

Prime Minister Duan looked at Wei Qing steadily, then smiled: "Okay, okay."

The stone in my heart finally fell to the ground.

After Wei Qing left, Prime Minister Duan sat there upright.

He looked ahead, as if he saw someone familiar, and a smile slowly appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"You're here."

Gradually, his back hunched, his head drooped, and his hand slowly dropped in front of his body, appearing powerless.

Seems to be asleep.

I don't know how long it took, but an old servant with a hunched back walked into the room quietly.

"How could he fall asleep like this..." the old servant muttered in a low voice.

Suddenly, he seemed to sense something and reached out to feel Prime Minister Duan's breathing.

After a long time, the old servant's hand finally dropped, and it began to tremble uncontrollably. Looking at his wrinkled face again, he was already covered in tears.