"Ke'er...this..." Looking at Qingyin's expectant eyes, Kangxi couldn't utter the words he was about to say.
Fine, let's call in a few more imperial physicians and men to watch over it.
“Okay, Ke’er will go with Father.”
"Thank you, Father Emperor!" Qingyin's face flushed slightly with joy, giving her a healthy glow.
Emperor Kangxi was pleased to experience his youngest daughter's adorable coquetry, and then had specially prepared medicinal snacks presented to Qingyin, who was even more delighted.
The medicinal taste was covered by a faint sweetness and filled with the fragrance of osmanthus, which gave Qingyin a rare appetite, and she ate a few more bites.
Upon seeing the results, Emperor Kangxi generously rewarded the researchers at the Imperial Medical Academy with a large sum of silver.
Kangxi, who had achieved his goal, was reprimanded by the Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager early the next morning.
"Given Ke'er's health, how can Your Majesty take Ke'er on a winter hunt?"
Kangxi said sincerely, "Empress Mother, Empress Dowager, I know about Ke'er's health. This is the first time Ke'er has made such a request to me. I don't want her to spend her whole life in that room, looking at the green grass, trees, flowers, and birds outside. I have consulted the imperial physicians. As long as we take good care of her, it will be fine and Ke'er can be happier."
Upon hearing that it was Ke'er's own wish, the Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager's initial anger subsided.
"Alright, let's do as Ke'er says. Make sure to send more people, and let Physician Qi go with us too."
"Grandma, Physician Qi has always taken care of you, this is for Ke'er..."
The Empress Dowager waved her hand, "These are just minor ailments of mine, what harm could they possibly cause? Ke'er's health is of utmost importance. Physician Qi has been in charge of medicine for the longest time and is the most experienced. If anything happens to Ke'er, I'll feel more at ease having Physician Qi with me."
Even the most skilled physician, Qi Taiyi, couldn't refuse his beloved youngest daughter, and he eventually agreed.
News of Qingyin's participation in the winter hunt quickly spread throughout the palace, and the Crown Prince was the first to visit his little sister.
"Ke'er, what's wrong with you..."
“Brother Crown Prince, it is I who want to go.”
Yinreng, who had come sincerely to persuade Qingyin, only held onto Qingyin's expectant and joyful gaze for a minute before swallowing his original words. He had arrived with sincerity but left disappointed.
The second person to persuade her was Qingyin's older brother, Yinxiang, who shared the same parents. Unfortunately, the second person didn't persist for long, and in less than half a minute, he gave in to Qingyin's expectant gaze.
Then came the older brothers and sisters one after another, and they were clearly defeated by Qingyin, each lasting less and less time.
Their little antics earned them nothing but open ridicule from the Emperor; however, just seeing their little sister a few more times made them feel quite satisfied.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
On the day of the winter hunt, Qingyin was wrapped tightly in layers of clothing. The carriage was lined with fine, soft fur and a well-lit stove. The steam made Qingyin's pale face slightly flushed, and her cool and beautiful face was made even more alluring, making it impossible for anyone to look away.
Tao Su, who had been tense, relaxed a little and couldn't help but smile, her expression filled with anticipation: "The princess is out, and she looks much better!"
Qingyin nodded. "Yeah, it's rare to get out here, and the air is fresher."
She specifically sought out the system to obtain medicine to slightly suppress the effects of the incurable pill. Otherwise, since she was sick to see Lin Rouqing, she couldn't be forced back to the palace because of her illness.
The driver was careful and gentle, and Qingyin didn't feel any severe bumps or vibrations throughout the journey. Only when the carriage passed through some particularly difficult roads did it shake a little.
Qingyin gradually drifted off to sleep with the gentle swaying motion. Taosu gently put down the dried fruit she had peeled and gently adjusted the princess's body into a comfortable position before standing guard by her side.
Qingyin slept straight into the winter hunting grounds—Mulan Hunting Grounds.
Every year, the Mulan Hunting Grounds are carefully stocked with a large number of herbivores such as cattle, sheep, and deer, with only a small number of ferocious beasts released to serve the royal family and nobles and to compete for supremacy.
When Qingyin woke up, she felt much more relaxed and her body was not as tired as before.
Tao Su, who was standing by, soon noticed that the princess had regained consciousness. She immediately got up to help Qingyin up, and helped her dress and tidy her face.
As she tidied up, she didn't forget to pass on a message: "Your Highness's dinner and medicine have been prepared. The Emperor is currently discussing matters with his ministers and will come to see you later."
Qingyin had just woken up, her jade-like cheeks still flushed, her eyes were a little confused but also serious, and she nodded as if she understood.
Tao Su chuckled to herself, thinking how adorable the princess was!
Qingyin had slept a lot during the day and was now fully awake. Without feeling sleepy, she drank a bowl of carefully prepared medicinal porridge under Taosu's care, and then finished the bitter Chinese medicine that made her want to vomit.
She planned to go for a walk outside. The weather was getting chilly in October, but it had gotten cold earlier this year. As soon as Qingyin stepped outside, she felt a blast of cold air that made her shiver.
The worried Tao Su found a large sheepskin hat from somewhere and put it on Qing Yin's head, covering most of Qing Yin's face. Qing Yin gently raised her hand and adjusted the hat until it no longer blocked her vision before she decided to walk a little further out.
Qingyin's tent and the central area of the entire army were right next to Kangxi and the Crown Prince's tents. If Qingyin wanted to stroll around and enjoy the scenery, she would have to walk a little further out to see the tall hazel forest with some yellow leaves still hanging on it.
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