Lu Tianjiao's "Brother Han" was filled with all the beautiful memories of growing up together with Xuanyuan Han at Xiqin Academy, and it also contained all her hopes and expectations for Xuanyuan Han and their future. But at this moment, all the beauty vanished.
"But, Brother Han, even though things are already like this, and it's destined that Tianjiao cannot be your only queen, Tianjiao still doesn't want to give up, and cannot give up. Tianjiao was born for Your Highness, and Your Highness cannot discard Tianjiao like trash. You cannot..."
In the blink of an eye, it was already close to dusk.
The inn where the wedding procession stayed was also decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, creating a festive atmosphere that attracted attention.
It was a cold winter day, and the weather was getting colder every day. Everyone was secretly hoping that the big day would be blessed with good weather.
At this moment, Yi Shangyun and Xuan Yuanyue, led by Mei Zhixuan, the third prince of Dongning Kingdom, hurried through the corridor of the front hall of the post station and soon entered the back courtyard where Princess Yongle was staying.
It was already deep winter at the inn, and the courtyard, like any other, had lost its former glory. The grass and trees were withered, and everything was bare, a scene of desolation.
However, because the courtyard was decorated with festive red curtains everywhere, it looked as if the courtyard was full of blooming winter plum blossoms, making people feel less desolate and cold, and much more lively.
The Suiyu Pavilion in the backyard was the bedroom of Princess Yongle of Dongning Kingdom when she came to Xiqin Kingdom for a marriage alliance, and she was waiting to be married in the post station.
At this moment, the Suiyu Pavilion was brightly lit inside and out, and the servants and maids were busy going in and out.
When the servants saw their master, Mei Zhixuan, return, they all bowed and paid their respects.
"This is Princess Yue of the Western Qin Kingdom," Mei Zhixuan introduced to everyone in a formal yet gentle manner.
"We servants greet Princess Yue. May Your Highness be blessed with good fortune and peace." Upon hearing Mei Zhixuan's introduction, everyone knelt down and bowed deeply to Xuan Yuan Yue. Xuan Yuan Yue smiled and nodded in response.
Immediately afterwards, the maidservants waiting at the door hurriedly got up and lifted the thick curtain for their masters.
So the three of them hurriedly crossed the threshold and went inside. There, in the warm hall, came a beautiful young woman who was dressed smartly, dignified and graceful, with a delicate figure, pure and elegant.
Upon hearing the commotion outside, she hurried towards Mei Zhixuan. As she approached him, she glanced at the unfamiliar woman beside him and immediately bowed to him, asking, "Brother, who is this?"
Mei Zhixuan then introduced, "This is Princess Yue of the Western Qin Kingdom."
Upon hearing this, Mei Xiyuan immediately bowed politely and said, "Mei Xiyuan of Dongning Kingdom greets Princess Yue."
Xuanyuan Yue met Mei Xiyuan for the first time, but she never expected that her future aunt would be so gentle and beautiful.
She possessed flawless skin, exquisite features, and ethereal beauty. Two sweet dimples graced her delicate face, seemingly capable of drawing one in. A rare red beauty mark adorned her brow, instantly adding to her captivating charm. Her pearly white teeth and red lips, coupled with her piercing eyes that seemed to hold the stars, made every smile and gesture radiant.
Xuanyuan Yue was captivated by the beautiful young woman before her. Suddenly, she smiled and said hurriedly, "Princess Yongle, there's no need for such formalities. Tomorrow you will be my Qin Emperor's aunt."
Upon hearing this, Mei Xiyuan immediately blushed with embarrassment and hid most of her body behind Mei Zhixuan after getting up.
"Royal sister, how are you feeling now? Princess Yue has brought her personal female physician from the Western Qin Kingdom to examine you. Hurry inside and let the physician take a look at you. Don't miss the auspicious time tomorrow," Mei Zhixuan said with concern.
"Thank you for your trouble, Princess Yue." Mei Xiyuan nodded politely to Xuan Yuan Yue in thanks, then turned and walked into the inner room. After passing an exquisitely carved gilded screen, she lay down on the bed, followed closely by two maids who were attending to her.
Xuanyuan Yue then gestured for Yi Shangyun to go in and treat her. Yi Shangyun immediately followed her in.
"Princess Yue, please sit down." At this moment, Mei Zhixuan spoke, indicating that Xuan Yuan Yue should rest and wait in the hall.
"Does the Third Prince really not recognize me?" Xuan Yuan Yue suddenly asked after sitting down for a moment. Mei Zhi Xuan immediately looked at her with a surprised expression.
Half a day later, when Xuan Yuan Yue saw that Mei Zhi Xuan could not remember, she reminded him, "A few days ago, my servant and I were rude to some thugs on the street. Fortunately, the Third Prince helped us and we were able to escape danger. We haven't had a chance to repay the Third Prince for saving our lives yet."
“That day…it was you, I remember now. What a coincidence, I didn’t expect to meet you again so soon,” Mei Zhixuan said with a sudden realization.
Xuanyuan Yue remained silent, only nodding and smiling foolishly.
She was already full of girlish thoughts, how could he possibly know? At this moment, the two sat quietly, neither knowing what to say, only the silence of the room and the candlelight dancing slightly in the wind kept them company.
"Your Highness, you may rise now," Yi Shangyun said to Mei Xiyuan from inside the room, having already reached a conclusion after a thorough examination.
"How is my health?" Mei Xiyuan asked gracefully as she rose. Her personal maidservant hurriedly stepped forward to help her tidy her clothes.
“Princess, your health is excellent and there is nothing seriously wrong. It’s just that you are not used to the climate and water in Western Qin, which has caused some irregularities in your diet and menstruation. As the saying goes, if you are not used to the climate and water, you will get sick. I will prescribe a medicine for you and you will recover soon. Please don’t worry, Princess,” Yi Shangyun said, trying to comfort her.
"Is that really the case? Will that affect tomorrow's...wedding night?" Yi Shangyun's eyes widened in surprise as she looked into Mei Xiyuan's eyes. She hadn't expected that the dignified princess, who had been so gentle and graceful in the hall just moments before, would suddenly ask such a blunt question.
“Princess, although it’s not a serious illness due to the change in environment, there’s plenty of time ahead. For the sake of your health, I suggest you try to avoid it as much as possible,” Yi Shangyun said slowly.
After saying that, she asked the palace maid Mei Xiyuan, who was serving her closely, about her recent diet and then said to her, "This servant suggests that the princess start with tofu in her daily diet. Tofu is good for the stomach and spleen, and it is also a representative of the local environment. It will not irritate the stomach and intestines, which will help the princess adapt to the environment of the Western Qin Kingdom quickly."
Mei Xiyuan then listened attentively to what Yi Shangyun said: "After a period of time, the princess can gradually transition to eating porridge and soup, and then try to eat Xiqin dishes when her spleen and stomach are at their strongest during lunchtime."
Finally, Yi Shangyun reminded the palace maid beside her, "By the way, you can give the princess some honey water to drink in the evening to nourish her spleen and stomach. With a gradual transition, she will recover quickly."
"What's your name? You're quite a clever and quick-witted girl," Mei Xiyuan said, taking a liking to Yi Shangyun as she looked at her with interest.
"This servant is a medicine girl from the Imperial Pharmacy, Yi Shangyun."
"To win the favor of the Princess of Western Qin, you must possess extraordinary abilities. It's just a pity..." Mei Xiyuan trailed off, her words trailing off. The wedding she had longed for for so long seemed destined for disappointment...
Mei Xiyuan suddenly looked up and glanced anxiously at Yi Shangyun again, as if she had overlooked something. Just then, she was surprised to find that Yi Shangyun's eyes, visible through her veil, resembled someone remarkably. Who was it? She couldn't quite place it. Those eyes were so familiar. But where had she seen them before?
Finally, she only asked one question: "Why do you always wear a veil?"
Yi Shangyun was taken aback and answered without thinking, "Your Highness, I have a birthmark on my face. I am afraid of offending my masters and nobles, so I usually cover my face with a veil." At this moment, she was very resentful. Why couldn't this damned system chip restore its function yet? It made me explain this annoying problem to people every day.
Mei Xiyuan was looking at her face with gentle eyes, and through the veil, she could vaguely see the shadow of a birthmark near her eye.
After everyone had packed their belongings, they followed Mei Xiyuan back to the hall.
Upon seeing this, Mei Zhixuan quickly stood up and asked, "Royal sister, how is it?"
“Your Majesty need not worry. The Medicine Maiden has already carefully examined and treated Your Majesty. It’s just that she’s not used to the local environment, and there’s nothing serious about it.” Mei Xiyuan’s tone clearly showed that she was much more at ease about her condition.
"It is worrying that the princess has fallen ill so soon after arriving in the Western Qin lands. I will inform Uncle Qin as soon as I return and ask him to make preparations in the mansion in case Aunt needs anything," Xuan Yuan Yue hurriedly got up to comfort her.
"Thank you for your concern, Princess Yue." Mei Xiyuan quickly regained her gentle, graceful, and dignified demeanor.
After leaving the inn, Yi Shangyun seemed lost in thought, her expression dazed, and she didn't even notice that Xuan Yuan Yue was asking her a question.
"Yun'er, what are you thinking about? I'm asking you a question. How is your future aunt's condition?"
It wasn't until Xuan Yuan Yue grasped Yi Shang Yun's two hands, which were red from the cold, resting on her knees, that she realized how icy they were. Yi Shang Yun instantly snapped out of her daze.
"What does the princess ask?"
Xuan Yuan Yue asked with a look of reproach and helplessness, "Yun'er, what exactly happened between you and Princess Yongle inside? Why have you been so absent-minded since you came out? Is it really just a matter of the environment that you're not used to, my future aunt?"
"Yes, Princess Yongle is simply experiencing some acclimatization issues. Having just arrived in Western Qin, she's having trouble adjusting to the new environment and lifestyle. This can cause symptoms like loss of appetite, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or irregular menstruation. I've examined her thoroughly, and Princess Yongle only has these issues; there's nothing else. Furthermore, I've given her detailed instructions, and the medication is very carefully chosen. Princess, please rest assured," Yi Shangyun replied earnestly.
"That's good. Yun'er, after seeing her today, I realize that this Qin Huang aunt is truly stunningly beautiful, and indeed worthy of the royal uncle," Xuan Yuan Yue finally said with a relieved expression. Yi Shang Yun listened to Xuan Yuan Yue's words but only gave a soft "hmm" before returning to her own thoughts.
But after a moment, she suddenly seemed to realize something and hurriedly asked, "Princess, how did you know about my medicine sachet?"
"Hmph, with your petty thoughts and rat-like courage, if I, the princess, hadn't given you a push, this sachet would probably never have reached its owner's hands." Xuan Yuan Yue had already heard about this from Ding Xiang before leaving the palace.
She was certain that the clouds were on her clothes...
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