Linghu Lan and Li Ye stayed at Baiyun Temple for two more days before hurrying off to the capital.
The old emperor's illness worsened day by day, and the crown prince was now reviewing memorials on the emperor's behalf.
To show their filial piety, the other princes were all searching for doctors and medicines for the emperor. Li Ye was the one who went the furthest, actually coming to this remote Hundred Flowers Village.
"How did you come here?" Linghu Lan asked curiously.
Li Ye lifted the curtain and looked at the scenery outside, then smiled and said, "My mother used to be a Taoist nun. She said that the best Taoist temple in the world is Baiyun Temple, and that Baiyun Temple has a miraculous medicine that can cure all diseases. So she sent me to ask for the medicine, hoping that Father Emperor could recover as soon as possible after taking it."
Qi Wuhe, riding on his horse, looked gloomy. The miraculous medicine that the Ninth Prince's mother, Consort Hong, mentioned was actually a prescription left by the founder. He had added or subtracted some of the ingredients based on that prescription, but even so, he was still not entirely confident.
According to the Ninth Prince, His Majesty's illness seems to be extremely dangerous, and even the most renowned doctors in the land cannot cure it.
Although Baiyun Temple has always been knowledgeable in the field of medicine and minerals, there are always people more skilled than oneself, and he dared not claim that he could definitely do it well.
If I can cure His Majesty's illness during this trip to the capital, that would be wonderful. I would like to ask His Majesty to bestow upon me a title, or even appoint me as the Imperial Preceptor.
He hoped to revitalize Baiyun Temple under his leadership and achieve accomplishments comparable to those of its founder.
Even if the illness doesn't heal, it's still a good experience to have been to the capital and met some influential people, which would be beneficial for Baiyun Temple.
Qi Wuhe was lost in thought.
Looking at Li Ye's slightly worried yet innocent face through the curtain, Linghu Lan said softly, "Are you very worried about your father?"
Li Ye glanced at Linghu Lan, and his youthful face suddenly showed a hint of worldly wisdom.
“I am very worried about my father. He treats my mother and me very well in the palace. He is a good father. However, my brother, the Crown Prince, does not like my mother and me. I am afraid that one day, my brother will make my mother commit suicide. My brother is the kind of person who is capable of doing such a thing.”
Linghu Lan looked at Li Ye with heartache. He was such a sensitive boy that it was heartbreaking. He knew everything and guessed it very accurately.
After the late emperor passed away, the crown prince ascended the throne and ordered the palace concubines to be buried with him, one of whom was Consort Hong.
The Crown Prince's discontent has likely been brewing for some time.
Since ancient times, the position of crown prince has never been secure until he has ascended the throne. The emperor's favorite son or a talented son may replace him.
Brotherly love and respect are things that only exist in legends. In the royal family, brotherly affection has long been worn away by repeated struggles.
All that's left is the naked ** and the rights.
It was only a matter of time before the crown prince committed murder; it was just that after ascending the throne, his methods of killing were far too blatant.
Linghu Lan touched Li Ye's hair, looked at his innocent and lovely face, and smiled, "Don't worry, I will ensure your father's good health and that he will be protected from all dangers."
Li Ye stared wide-eyed at Linghu Lan in disbelief. "Is this really true?"
"Of course it's true!"
Li Ye was overjoyed and couldn't help but praise, "Lan'er, I knew you were amazing, but I didn't expect you to be this amazing. I wish I had met you sooner."
Linghu Lan smiled and said, "It's not too late now!"
"After we return to the capital, we will visit my mother, and then I will ask my father to grant us a marriage. What do you say?"
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