Only a few people were present at the funeral of the eldest prince, and even his name was decided on the spur of the moment after his death. It was named Xuan Jun.
Concubine Wen went crazy in Chengqian Palace for a while, her mind was sometimes clear and sometimes confused. She returned to Yanx Palace and lay down for a few days before gradually returning to normal.
Xie Yanci knew that he was sorry for her, so he went to visit her more than once. Seeing her smiling as she recalled the scene before the young prince's death, he couldn't bear to poke her sore spot again and again, so he could only hint to the concubines who were on good terms with her to visit her on his behalf.
Wei Shuyi is one of them.
"Sister, I understand your feelings better than anyone else. It's even a thousand times more painful than when I lost Zhaohua." She sat beside Concubine Wen, her tone heavy. "That child suffered so much beside my bed and died in my arms. I can't imagine you going to Chengqian Palace alone for help, and Xuanjun dying halfway..."
"I will never forgive her in my life."
"younger sister?"
The tears on Lady Wen's face were gone. "I know how she sent people to destroy my hopes and how she killed my son prematurely."
When this matter was mentioned, a trace of discomfort flashed across Wei Shuyi's eyes, but he continued to pretend to be nothing and comfort her.
"Sister, don't get too excited. Remember what happened to me? It's a lesson for you. I wanted to skin her alive, and I almost sent her to the cold palace. You can't make the same mistake!"
"I understand. So, I'm going back home to recuperate."
"What?"
Noble Lady Wen made no secret of her plan: "In Yonghua Palace, she and I see each other all the time, and there are always times when I can't control my emotions. Whenever I see her, I want to kill her! If this goes on for a long time, it will be disadvantageous to me. The only way is to slowly make things happen in the Qu Mansion so that I can continue to serve the Emperor in the palace."
"Will the Emperor agree?"
"He won't refuse me anything now." Noble Lady Wen was very confident. "He feels guilty towards me and the child as well. Now that I have asked to leave the palace, he will definitely not stop me."
Wei Shuyi looked at the person in front of her: the Qu Yuexi she knew would not secretly run away to a corner to heal her wounds and relieve her pain just because of love.
At this critical juncture, choosing to return to Qu Wenhe probably means that there is another plan.
"If this matter embarrasses the Emperor, I will be there to assist and strive to help my sister achieve her wish."
"Thank you, Sister Jia!"
That being said, she never got the chance to be put to good use.
Xie Yanci immediately agreed to Noble Lady Wen's request. Compared to the previous time he had sent the imperial guards to escort her, this time he was much more cautious. He specifically chose daytime and arranged for shadow guards to escort her back to the palace in a grand manner.
The reasons given to the concubines are still understandable: "Noble Lady Wen suffered severe damage on the day of giving birth, and now she is facing the pain of losing her child. She must rest well."
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Wei Shuyi came to Qingming Pavilion again.
Thinking of the death of the eldest prince, she felt uneasy and prepared some prayer props for this poor man, hoping that Yu Pei could help him to be liberated.
"My lady, he was not destined to live long. It's not your fault that he died early. If you keep putting pressure on yourself like this, your life will not be easy."
"I understand the truth. But he is younger than Zhaohua and has never enjoyed happiness. His biological mother even despises him and uses him. After his death, he will only..."
Yu Pei lit a stick of incense and said, "My lady, the things you instructed me to do before have been completed."
"Master Yu, are you referring to the incident with the imperial physician?"
"Well, I have already found a way to convince that itinerant doctor."
She hadn't expected such an unexpected gain, and she was overjoyed: "I heard Taoist Yu talk about the many difficulties before, and I thought it would be difficult to succeed. Thank you so much!"
"I have long said that you and I are one. Serving the young master is like serving yourself, so naturally I must do my best. However, I must be frank. He has a rather eccentric temper and may be difficult to get along with. If he were placed in the Imperial Hospital, I'm afraid he would be isolated. You must keep a close eye on him."
Wei Shuyi had heard rumors about this person and nodded repeatedly.
So, a few days later, Yu Pei took advantage of the opportunity to "leave the palace to burn incense" and brought that person to Yonghua Palace. He still used the name of Senior Brother Xinxuanshi to avoid attracting attention.
"Sang Yu, this is the Jia Wanrong I mentioned to you."
This itinerant doctor wasn't very old, and neither did he have the air of a scholar nor the appearance of a frail person. Instead, he exuded a chivalrous air that looked down upon the world. His every gesture revealed his impatience for "mediocrities," something that made people pause.
"Greetings, Miss Jia." "No need for formalities!"
Wei Shuyi looked at him curiously, then looked at Yu Pei: "Master Yu, doesn't he... have a surname? Is his name Sang Yu?"
"Exactly."
"Okay." She bowed solemnly to Sang Yu. "I heard that you were used to living a carefree life in the mountains and forests. But because of my request, I broke your rules. It's my fault. After you enter the palace, I will arrange for you to work in the Imperial Hospital. The situation in the harem is complex, so it's not convenient for you to start with a high-ranking official. I hope you can understand."
He then stopped playing with the flute and looked her straight in the eye: "You are the master, why do you have to bow to a rough person like me?"
"In Yonghua Palace, this is nominally the case. In reality, you are a guest, a distinguished guest I have been unable to find. Proper etiquette is the proper thing to do."
"Yu Pei, you're so mean!" He suddenly turned his wrist several times and tapped Yu Pei's shoulder with his flute. "You were alone in the palace and met such an interesting woman, but you didn't tell me earlier? Do you still treat me as a good brother?"
"I've called you several times, but you don't want to come..."
"Tsk!" Sang Yu almost leaned over to his ear, "I admire smart and beautiful women. It's not the first day you know this. She knows the rules and acts neither servile nor overbearing. Now that you've made it clear, how could I not come?!"
Wei Shuyi looked at them in astonishment, feeling confused.
Yu Pei took a step back awkwardly and pushed him away: "The young lady has already expressed her sincerity, what about you? Why don't you quickly show your loyalty?"
"Oh, I see!" He clipped the flute to the belt around his waist and knelt down suddenly. "Don't worry, Jia Wanrong. When it comes to medical skills, the entire Imperial Hospital may not be my match. I have been diligently studying various medical texts since I was a child. I have dabbled in common medical treatments for difficult and complicated diseases, as well as the most unpopular poisons in the martial arts world! I can't say I can bring people back to life, but at least I can cure 99% of poisons and ensure your health and longevity!"
Yu Pei listened for a while, but didn't hear the key words. He couldn't help but remind him, "I let you into the palace, not just to treat patients. Sometimes, party disputes also need you to charge forward and help. Do you understand what I mean?"
Sang Yu raised his head and looked at Wei Shuyi. "My lady, tell me! For the first mission, what do you need me to do? I used to play around in brothels and have a first-rate ability to act out any situation. I guarantee that no one will find out!"
She seemed to see the figure of Concubine Xin in him, and the distance between them was instantly shortened.
The friends that Yu Dao Ren knows are all genuine, and she likes them.
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