Mu Beichen continued to watch as the imperial physicians walked over, stood in a row, and took Yu Qianqian's pulse through a gauze curtain in front of the bed. He never took his eyes off the bed from beginning to end.
The imperial physician gently pressed Yu Qianqian's wrist, thought for a moment, and said softly, "Your Majesty, the Empress's illness is caused by a strange fragrance mixed with several rare medicinal stones, which has formed a deadly poison in her body. Currently, there are two methods that can effectively restore the Empress's health in a short period of time."
Upon hearing the sound, Mu Beichen turned around, a glimmer of light flashing in his previously dull eyes. However, he simply stood there silently, not uttering a word.
Seeing that he showed no intention of speaking, the imperial physician continued unhurriedly, "Firstly, find the person who poisoned him and hand over the appropriate antidote. The last method is to find someone who is naturally immune to all poisons, and have their blood drawn every three days as a medicinal guide for them to take. This is a cure for all poisons, and with long-term adherence, it can alleviate physical weakness and may even cure the disease..."
Listening to the imperial physician's account, Mu Beichen slowly fell into silent contemplation. The light that had recently shone on his face immediately dimmed. Given Yu Qianqian's current condition, whether it was getting the antidote from Su Ruan or finding someone immune to all poisons, both methods were unattainable and practically no different from simply giving up on treatment.
However, as long as he knew there was a way to find it, even if there was only a very slim chance, he was still unwilling to give up. So he immediately ordered the search to be expanded to all parts of the country. On one hand, he ordered people to continue to track down Su Ruan’s whereabouts, and on the other hand, he posted notices all over the world to find someone who was immune to all poisons.
In the following days, Yu Qianqian's health deteriorated further, and is now deteriorating at an alarming rate, to the point that even getting out of bed and walking has become a luxury.
Mu Beichen stayed close to Fengyi Palace the whole time. Considering that a good mood could help alleviate the worsening of his condition, he decided to take Yu Qianqian out for a walk on this day.
As summer drew to a close and autumn began, the scenery outside was breathtaking, and the weather was pleasant. It was the perfect time for a leisurely stroll. Mu Beichen deliberately dismissed everyone else and sat alone with Yu Qianqian in the Imperial Garden, admiring the flowers.
They sat down together in the pavilion, leaning against the chairs, watching the morning light shine down and reflect on the shimmering blue of the pond below. At that moment, Yu Qianqian's gaze into the distance was even more radiant than the water.
“We’ve both been busy with our own things before. Come to think of it, it’s been a long time since we’ve sat together so peacefully to appreciate the flowers. Now, I feel that even this garden, which I’ve walked through countless times, is so refreshing.” After she finished speaking, she rested her cheek on her hand, turned her head, and turned her bright eyes to Mu Beichen with a slight smile.
"What's so difficult about that?" Mu Beichen turned around and glanced at her with a smile. He raised his jade-like hand and gently clenched it in his palm, then immediately released it. He drew the character "游" (yóu, meaning "travel") on her palm with his fingertips, and smiled slightly at her as well: "When you're feeling better, I'll accompany you on your daily travels around the world, okay?"
Upon hearing these words, Yu Qianqian's heart stirred, and her bright eyes darted back and forth across Mu Beichen's face, her gaze cunning like a fox.
"Your Majesty, a ruler's word is law. What if Your Majesty later refuses to acknowledge your golden words?"
Amidst the laughter, Mu Beichen's gaze turned solemn, and his tone suddenly deepened: "Qianqian, as long as you can recover this time, Mu Beichen is willing to give up everything to accompany you in doing what you love most. So you must promise me that you will never abandon me, no matter what."
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