With a strong pulse and a healthy body, how could he have fallen ill so suddenly within half a year and passed away so quickly?
Could it be that there's some problem, and they're hesitant to speak openly about it?
After all, the Emperor's health was under the care of Chief Physician Zhao, and if any problems arose, Chief Physician Zhao would be held responsible.
Since Dr. Tao wouldn't say anything, Shen Wan couldn't interrupt by asking directly, so she could only hold back.
The Emperor looked at Shen Wan, who quickly said, "It's good that Father is alright, then my husband can rest assured."
Xie Jingyan glanced at Chen Wan.
This woman is worried about her father, the Emperor, and she even uses him as an excuse. Is she really that worried about his health? Why didn't she take Doctor Tao to the Marquis of Pingyang's residence to have her own father, the Marquis of Pingyang, examined?
The Emperor looked at Xie Jingyan, "Yan'er, are you so worried about your father?"
“That’s not true,” Xie Jingyan said coldly.
But the more he said that, the more the emperor believed Shen Wan's words.
After the gifts were given and Doctor Tao had taken the emperor's pulse, and finding nothing amiss, the emperor took his leave.
The Emperor watched them leave the Imperial Study. He saw Xie Jingyan walk towards Shen Wan, and Shen Wan quickly went to Old Master Yun's side. The Emperor frowned slightly. "Why do I feel like something's off about them?"
Eunuch Yuan chuckled to himself.
The Emperor looked at him, "You know?"
Eunuch Yuan had no intention of telling the Emperor; the intimate moments between the young couple were not something to be publicized. But since the Emperor had asked, Eunuch Yuan decided not to hide it anymore.
Yuan Gonggong whispered a few words into the Emperor's ear, and the Emperor's forehead was covered in black lines.
Eunuch Yuan laughed and said, "With Prince Ling working so hard, His Majesty will soon be able to hold the eldest grandson of the Emperor."
The emperor shook his head and chuckled.
Meanwhile, Shen Wan and Xie Jingyan left the imperial study and headed out of the palace.
Without letting his father-in-law lead the way, Yun Qi looked at Shen Wan and said, "These credits should have been yours, cousin."
Shen Wan shook her head, "We're family, why distinguish between you and me? I have something to say to my cousin later."
Xie Jingyan glanced at Shen Wan, feeling displeased. What couldn't she say in front of him and Old Master Yun?
When they arrived at the carriage stop, Shen Wan called Yun Qi aside. Yun Qi asked, "What does my cousin want to talk to me about?"
Shen Wan asked, "Does my cousin like Princess Qinghe?"
Yun Qi was taken aback at first, then his ears turned red, and he said, "This matter concerns the reputation of Princess Qinghe, so it cannot be spoken carelessly."
Shen Wan said, "There are no outsiders here, only my cousin and I. Why should my cousin and I hide anything from each other?"
Yun Qi lowered his eyes and said, "Princess Qinghe is not someone my cousin is worthy of."
“It’s all up to human effort; nothing in this world is absolutely impossible,” Shen Wan said.
Yun Qi remained silent.
Shen Wan asked, "Does the Yun family have any grain shops in Meizhou?"
The topic changed so quickly that Yun Qi couldn't keep up. He said, "The Yun family has two grain shops in Meizhou."
It's good that it exists.
Shen Wan instructed, "Cousin, you must make sure that more grain is sent to Meizhou within a month, no less than 50,000 dan."
Yun Qi asked, "Why do you do this?"
Shen Wan couldn't tell Yun Qi the reason. The same excuse she used to give Xie Jingyan wouldn't work with her cousin. Transporting 50,000 dan of grain with the manpower of the Yun family wouldn't be easy. If she said she was dreaming, her cousin might not believe her.
Shen Wan said, "If my cousin wants to marry Princess Qinghe, he must do as I say."
Still worried, Shen Wan added, "If the Yun family can't deliver this much grain, cousin, you absolutely must tell me. This matter concerns the lives of many people."
Shen Wan had never spoken to Yun Qi in such a serious tone before, so Yun Qi dared not be careless.
Guessing that Xie Jingyan might have asked Shen Wan to tell him, Yun Qi said, "Don't worry, cousin, I will definitely do as you say."
Yun Qi always keeps his word, so Shen Wan was relieved that he had agreed.
More than a month later, the landslide in Meizhou caused countless deaths and injuries. The official road collapsed, preventing the transport of grain. The grain stored in each household's storehouse was scrambled for, and the price increased more than tenfold. Many poor people starved to death, a truly tragic event.
If my cousin can help the court avert this disaster and minimize casualties, this merit should be enough for the emperor to grant him a marriage.
Merit is sought amidst danger. It would be best if my cousin could personally make a trip to Meizhou. To avert this disaster, we would likely need the cooperation of the local government and would have to seek Xie Jingyan's help.
But their relationship is so strained right now...
How could she bring it up with him?
Fortunately, Meizhou is not too far from the capital. Ten days at a fast pace would be enough, so there is still plenty of time.
Shen Wan and Yun Qi talked for a while, and fearing that Yun Qi might not take it seriously, she emphasized it again before the cousins walked toward the carriage.
Grandpa Yun chuckled, "What are you two cousins whispering about? Don't you want your grandfather to hear?"
Shen Wan said, "I asked my cousin to do something for me, and my maternal grandfather can't stop him."
Yun Qi laughed, "Even if my cousin asked me to pluck the moon for her, Grandfather would only hold the ladder for me and urge me to climb faster."
Grandpa Yun laughed, his voice booming like a bell.
The palace was not a place to linger, much less a place to talk. Yun Qi escorted Old Master Yun back to the Yun family, while Shen Wan and Xie Jingyan boarded a carriage to return to the Ling Prince's residence.
The two arrived without saying a word, and left without saying a word either.
Back at the Ling Prince's residence, Doctor Tao headed towards the pharmacy, and Shen Wan followed him.
Xie Jingyan frowned and glanced at Chen Feng.
After walking a little further, Shen Wan called out, "Doctor Tao, please wait."
Doctor Tao stopped and turned around to see Shen Wan. He was somewhat surprised. "The Princess Consort is looking for me?"
Shen Wan nodded and went straight to the point, "Doctor Tao took His Majesty's pulse. Is His Majesty truly alright?"
Doctor Tao asked in surprise, "His Majesty's health is indeed fine."
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