"call!"
Xie Yuan took a deep breath, trying his best to calm himself down.
She looked at the shadow guard and asked, word by word, "Why did the Sage fall into a coma?"
"What did the imperial physician say? What kind of illness is it? Is it due to acclimatization issues? Or perhaps it's from snakes, insects, or rodents?"
"Still poisoned? What's wrong with the Sage? Is his life in danger?"
Although Xie Yuan tried her best to remain calm, her voice trembled noticeably.
"No! No! I must go to Zhongzhou immediately!"
Xie Yuan's appearance was exactly like someone who "becomes confused when they care too much."
You should know that she is an extremely calm and composed person.
But at this moment, no matter how hard she tried to control herself, she couldn't maintain true calm.
After asking a series of questions, she began to panic and even made a very irrational decision to go to Zhongzhou.
The shadow guard knelt in front of the hall, his head bowed respectfully, yet he still managed to capture all of Xie Yuan's reactions.
"It seems that Her Majesty truly cherishes the Emperor greatly!"
"Upon hearing of his misfortune, the Empress was thrown into a panic."
"Alas, how could she possibly resemble the Empress Dowager who once held sway over the court and outwitted all the officials?"
"She is clearly a devoted woman who only thinks about her husband."
The shadow guard muttered to himself, but did not forget his duty.
He first answered Xie Yuan's long string of questions:
"Your Majesty, His Majesty has suddenly fallen into a coma."
"The accompanying imperial physician has examined her carefully, and there are no problems with her pulse or other signs!"
Therefore, it's neither an illness nor poisoning.
"After the emperor fell into a coma, General Helian Chen took charge of military affairs."
The shadow guard didn't forget to tell the army about the situation.
Xie Yuan waved his hand, seemingly unconcerned about the issue of control over these tens of thousands of elite troops.
Her eyes and heart were only on Helian Jue: "If it's not illness, if it's not poisoning, then what is the reason?"
"The sage has always been healthy. When he was in Lingnan, he went on several expeditions, but such a thing never happened before."
Xie Yuan was like an ant on a hot pan, so anxious that she disregarded the etiquette of a noble lady and the dignity of the Empress, pacing around the room.
After a long while, she seemed to have finally made up her mind, and clenched her fist, exclaiming, "Yes! I'm going to Zhongzhou! I must see the Sage with my own eyes!"
Shadow Guard: ...
Therefore, Her Majesty's decision to go to Zhongzhou was not a spur-of-the-moment decision.
Rather, it was because she genuinely cared about the emperor that she disregarded everything and went to personally take care of him.
"Your Majesty, please don't be anxious. This matter is of great importance, and you must think it over carefully."
The shadow guard's meaning was clear: Xie Yuan had the important responsibility of overseeing the country and could not leave rashly.
Even if you have to leave, you must make proper arrangements!
For example, taking the opportunity to establish a crown prince could not only stabilize the court but also solve many problems.
For the Empress, if her own son becomes the Crown Prince, she will surely be promoted to Empress Dowager if something happens to the Emperor.
She has lived a life of wealth and comfort.
Several princes in the capital also need to be properly settled.
The hot spring palace in the capital has changed and should not be visited again.
If Xie Yuan were a shrewd and capable woman, she would have made thorough preparations.
"What are you worrying about? A sage is the most important person!"
Xie Yuan, however, seemed to be possessed by a love-struck mind.
What about the imperial court? What about the world?
What crown prince, what empress dowager!
She didn't care about any of that; all she wanted was to see her husband as soon as possible and make sure he was alright!
Shadow Guard: ...
I never knew that the Empress was so affectionate towards His Majesty.
In this harem filled with intrigue and power struggles, it is unimaginable that such purity and innocence could exist!
"Your Majesty, the Emperor is indeed important! But... but the capital cannot be in chaos. Also, if you go to Zhongzhou, what will happen to the young princes?"
Although the shadow guard was moved by Xie Yuan's sincerity, he also had to consider practical issues.
The emperor is in a coma, and the news has not yet spread.
However, if Xie Yuan were to make a grand trip to Zhongzhou, some unpleasant rumors would surely spread.
At that time, rumors will spread, people will be in a state of panic, and the capital city and even the entire Great Zhou Dynasty will probably be thrown into chaos.
"..."
Xie Yuan seemed to have been reminded by the shadow guard's words.
She took another deep breath, desperately trying to control her emotions.
She seemed less worried and helpless, and her whole demeanor calmed down.
Only one face remained, as pale as paper, with tears glistening in its eyes.
However, she kept herself in check, not letting herself burst into tears.
With a slight sob in his voice, Xie Yuan said, "Yes! You're absolutely right!"
"The capital must not be in chaos! Before His Majesty left, he specifically entrusted this place to me. I cannot fail his trust."
"But I must go to Zhongzhou!"
"The sage has fallen into a coma for no apparent reason. I really won't feel at ease if I don't go and check on him myself!"
"...Let me think about it! I need to think about it carefully!"
As Xie Yuan spoke, the rest of his words turned into a monologue.
She seemed to be desperately trying to convince herself.
Finally, she vigorously wiped her cheeks, raised her head again, and transformed back into the calm and capable Empress.
Xie Yuan didn't break down, but for some reason, seeing her trying to remain calm made the shadow guard feel even more sour and bitter.
Alas, it must have been so difficult for Her Majesty the Empress!
The shadow guards withdrew, leaving Xie Yuan alone to make emergency arrangements.
However, with this ostensible bodyguard gone, the spies planted in the palace began to get busy.
Xie Yuan was alone in the main hall of Jiaofang Palace. She sat with her back to the light, her entire face hidden in shadow.
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