"Your Highness, this...this might not be appropriate."
If this continues, her clinic will surely be smashed up.
Meng Zhelan shook her head helplessly, clearly disagreeing with his approach. "Your Highness, I fear I might lose my head."
"Don't worry, it won't implicate you at all. Just give me the medicine, and I'll take care of the rest."
"Alright then. But you can't take too much of this medicine, it's not good for your health."
"I understand, Doctor Meng. The situation is so urgent, and I really don't want to deceive my father."
After a brief discussion, Prince An turned and left.
Just as Meng Zhelan was about to go find Li Xi, she ran into Du Ruoxi.
"Oh, it's Dr. Meng. I didn't expect you to be here too," Du Ruoxi said, her words laced with barbs and veiled barbs.
"Miss Du, how have you been? The Empress Dowager has summoned me, please excuse me. We'll talk again when we have time." Meng Zhelan didn't want to waste any more words and hurriedly took her leave.
"Hey, where are you going? I haven't even asked you a question yet!"
“Oh, His Highness Prince An went that way,” Meng Zhelan said, pointing in a certain direction.
She had only come to talk to her about Prince An, and Meng Zhelan really didn't want to hear any more, so she left in a hurry.
"you……"
In the golden autumn season, chrysanthemums bloom in clusters and bunches, vying for beauty and creating a breathtaking sight.
However, Meng Zhelan had no mind to appreciate the beautiful scenery at this moment.
The thought of that troublesome Prince An made her extremely irritated.
The sunlight shone on the chrysanthemums, giving them a golden glow that made them look exceptionally beautiful.
"Lan'er, what are you daydreaming about?" Li Xi asked softly.
Just as she was about to go back to find them, she noticed that Meng Ze was gazing into the distance with a blank look in his eyes, as if he was deep in thought.
Sunlight fell on her, illuminating her beautiful yet slightly melancholic face.
A gentle breeze blew by, ruffling her hair.
"Xi'er, do you think it was right or wrong for us to come to Kyoto?" Meng Zhelan sighed softly, a hint of confusion in her voice.
"Right and wrong cannot be judged, Lan'er. Since we have chosen this path, we can only continue to walk it firmly."
“You’re right. I came here in the first place to find my father, but now it seems like it was all fate.”
Looking into the distance, the bustling scene of Kyoto came into view, but a nameless worry welled up in her heart.
She sighed softly and said, "Xi'er, do you know? The power struggles and conflicts of interest in this capital are far more complicated than we imagine. I often worry that we will lose ourselves in this vortex."
Li Xi understood her worries and comforted her, "Lan'er, you're overthinking it. As long as we keep a clear head and stick to our beliefs, we won't lose our way. No matter how unpredictable the outside world is, we must always have a pure place in our hearts."
Meng Zhelan nodded and smiled, "Xi'er, you're always so rational. Maybe you're right, I'm just worrying too much."
"Alright! Let's hurry over there, the banquet is about to begin. If we're late, the Empress Dowager will send someone to look for us again." Before the words were finished, the two quickened their pace and hurried towards their destination.
It was noon, and in this magnificent palace, the emperor, after several hours, finally finished dealing with the mountain of official business.
"My beloved ministers, today the sun shines brightly, and the sky is clear and cloudless. It is truly a rare and beautiful day! I would like to take advantage of this auspicious occasion to relax and enjoy this wonderful time with you all," the Emperor said with a smile.
"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty."
Just then, the Empress Dowager led Mo Lian into the banquet hall.
Mo Lian was dressed in a magnificent emerald green gown, the hem of which swayed gently with her light steps, as delicate and beautiful as a flower blooming in spring.
The skirt is embroidered with lifelike and vibrant flowers and fluttering butterflies using gold thread, making the wearer look fresh, elegant, and otherworldly.
She wore an exquisite little golden phoenix crown on her head, and a translucent jade hairpin was inserted horizontally between her towering hair bun, seemingly about to fall but firmly in place.
A pair of shimmering silver earrings hung above her ears, flashing dazzling light as she turned her head.
The moment Mo Lian stepped into the room, it was as if a beautiful scene suddenly appeared before everyone's eyes.
Her stunning beauty instantly captivated the entire audience, drawing everyone's attention and causing them to linger for a long time, with everyone discussing the matter animatedly.
Upon seeing this scene, the pupils of the Western Yue prince and princess below the stage suddenly contracted.
"Mother, who is this person beside you?" the Emperor asked with a face full of curiosity.
"Oh, this is the Fifth Princess of Xiyue. Some time ago, I happened to meet her when I went out to pray for blessings. At that time, she happened to encounter some thorny problems, and I just happened to help her out..." the Empress Dowager said slowly.
"It just so happens that there's a chrysanthemum appreciation banquet, so I brought her along to join in the fun," the Empress Dowager said with a smile.
At this moment, a handsome and tall figure strode forward; it was none other than the eldest prince of Xiyue.
His eyes gleamed with excitement as he bowed deeply to the Empress Dowager: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for saving my fifth sister! I encountered some mishaps on my way to Jingyuan, which caused me to become separated from her. If it weren't for your help, I'm afraid my father would be furious upon returning to the palace!"
The eldest prince expressed his gratitude sincerely, which moved everyone present.
The woman he referred to as "Fifth Imperial Sister" stood beside the Empress Dowager, her head bowed and eyes lowered, appearing obedient and charming.
"Fifth Princess, come here quickly, let your elder sister take a good look at you! I was so worried about you just now!" At this moment, the Princess of Xiyue walked forward quickly and reached out her hands to grab Mo Lian.
However, an unexpected scene unfolded—Mo Lian stared blankly at the two people in front of her, her face showing extreme terror, and she cried out in a trembling voice, "I...I don't know you! Don't come near me!" Judging from her desperate resistance, there was no pretense whatsoever.
Upon seeing this, the eldest prince was immediately puzzled and confused. He frowned and asked, "Your Majesty, may I ask what happened to my fifth sister? Why did she suddenly become like this..."
Just as everyone was lost in confusion and doubt, a figure slowly emerged from behind the crowd.
This person was Meng Yun. At this moment, she looked haggard and had a sorrowful look in her eyes, as if she had suffered a huge blow.
She answered in a low, choked voice, "Your Highness, Doctor Meng said that the Fifth Princess suffered a head injury, which caused her to lose her memory..."
At this point, Mengyun couldn't help but burst into tears.
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