Chapter 181 The First Person in Dongling Kingdom to Divorce
Empress Song Zhuyi gently shook her head, her voice slightly hoarse, "Perhaps it's because my connection with His Majesty's descendants is rather weak."
"Over the years, the Emperor has also hoped that I could give birth to a son, but..."
The Empress suddenly looked up. "There are only a few princesses in the harem now, but some concubines have given birth to princes before."
"But he died inexplicably before he was even a hundred days old."
"His Majesty has always been reluctant to mention this matter because he feels it is all due to the heavy sins he has committed."
Jiang Wan Ning said, "It may not take much to sit in that position, but to hold onto it, everyone has to have some blood on their hands."
"If Your Majesty doesn't mind, may I take your pulse?"
Since someone in the harem can get pregnant, it proves that the emperor's health is fine.
Empress Song Zhuyi hesitated slightly, but nodded nonetheless, as she had heard of Jiang Wanning's medical skills.
The two moved to the Queen's palace, where the Queen extended a hand. "I've heard that the Princess's medical skills were taught by a man named Yu Hai?"
"I've also heard that Yu Hai's medical methods are quite novel and daring. He might even open up a person's abdomen, and the person would not die but would be cured?"
Jiang Wanning did not deny it, "I think it's because Yu Hai's medical skills are too profound, and we have never seen them before, so we are afraid."
The Empress nodded. "The world is vast and full of wonders; I am truly ignorant."
Jiang Wan Ning didn't reply, but instead focused on taking her pulse, and the frown that had been on her face for a long time finally relaxed.
"How is it?" The Empress asked, her expression somewhat excited.
Over the years, the imperial physicians in the palace have treated her many times, and they all said that there was nothing wrong with her health, but she just couldn't conceive.
"elder sister."
Just as Jiang Wan Ning withdrew her hand and was about to speak, a clear, girlish voice came from behind her.
"Ranran has arrived." Empress Song Zhuyi smiled at the young girl. "Why didn't anyone tell me?"
"I wanted to give my sister a surprise, so I told them not to tell anyone." Song Zhuran skipped to the Empress's side like a little bird.
"Sister, do we have guests here?"
Song Zhuran looked at Jiang Wanning with her bright, watery eyes, "Did Ranran disturb you?"
The Empress reached out and took Song Zhuran's hand from her shoulder, then introduced her to Jiang Wanning with a smile, "This is my younger sister."
"The youngest daughter in the family, she's been spoiled rotten."
The Empress then looked at Song Zhuran, "Ranran, why don't you quickly greet the Princess Consort of Langya?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Song Zhuran's eyes, "Sister, is this beautiful lady the Princess Consort of Langya?"
"How dare you be so rude," the Empress reprimanded softly.
"It's alright," Jiang Wanning said. "Miss Song has a straightforward personality, which I like very much."
If she remembered correctly, Song Zhuran was fifteen years old this year. In her previous life, Song Zhuran eventually entered the palace, supposedly because the Empress was in poor health.
Song Zhuran had the deepest affection for the Empress, so the Song family decided to send her to the palace to accompany her sister.
Not long after she entered the palace, Pei Anqing conspired with the people behind him to rebel.
She died later, and it's unknown who ultimately ascended the throne, or what became of the Song sisters.
Song Zhuran playfully stuck out her tongue. "Sister, it's all Father's fault for always keeping me locked up in the mansion. I've always heard about the deeds of the Princess of Langya."
"Everyone says that Princess Langya is not only beautiful, but also a healer and a generous benefactor."
"Most importantly, she was the first woman in Dongling Kingdom to divorce her husband."
"I didn't expect to run into you today." Song Zhuran said, taking Jiang Wanning's hand. "Can I call you Sister Jiang?"
"I liked you even before I met you, and I like you even more after I met you."
"Ranran, do not be rude," the Empress said softly.
"This child has been spoiled by me and my parents."
Jiang Wanning simply smiled and replied, "Miss Song is so frank, I like it very much too."
"Really?" Song Zhuran grabbed Jiang Wanning's hand. "Then can I visit Sister Jiang more often in the future?"
"Ranran," Empress Song Zhuyi said with a hint of reproach, "If you continue to be so rude, I will send you back to your parents so they can keep a close eye on you."
Upon hearing this, Song Zhuran immediately became obedient, pulling the Empress along while swaying and pleading, "Oh dear, I was wrong, elder sister."
"I finally got out, please don't make me go back."
"When I get back, I'll be locked up again and forced to study this and that."
The Empress was amused by Song Zhuran, "I think you came here pretending to keep me company, but your real intention is to escape to a peaceful place."
"Speak, what brings you here today?" The Empress pulled Song Zhuran to sit down.
Of all the people in the Song family, only this younger sister was with him out of genuine kinship and affection.
“I was worried about you because of what happened to Prince Qi a few days ago, so I asked my parents to let me come to the palace to stay with you for a few days.” Song Zhuran said, her temper subdued.
His face was etched with worry.
Empress Song Zhuyi patted Song Zhuran's head with relief, "I am fine. Your Majesty should thank the Prince of Langya and Princess Consort for all of this."
"Of course, we also have to thank my brother-in-law, the Emperor, for his skill in employing people," Song Zhuran said with a smile.
The Empress and Jiang Wan Ning both smiled in agreement.
I had long heard that the youngest daughter of the Song family was cheerful and lively, and everyone who met her loved her. However, because of her poor health, the Song family hoped that she could be like the Empress.
To bring glory to the family, she was kept secluded in her chambers for many years, and was never allowed to attend celebratory banquets.
Firstly, they were afraid that her health was already weak and something unexpected might happen to her. Secondly, they suspected that the Song family had intended for her to enter the palace from the beginning.
With less contact with the outside world, he naturally met fewer young masters from aristocratic families, and since he frequently entered the palace, he often saw the Emperor...
Jiang Wan Ning couldn't help but sneer inwardly; the Song family really knew how to scheme.
Even with their meticulous planning, they never imagined that Xiao Yu would lose.
"When I came in just now, I saw Sister Jiang taking my sister's pulse. Is my sister sick?" Song Zhuran asked.
Not wanting Song Zhuran to worry, Song Zhuyi simply smiled and said, "It was just that I was bored, so the Princess Consort took my pulse to check my health."
"It's alright."
Song Zhuran nodded, then suddenly rolled up her sleeves and stretched out her slender, fair arm. "In that case, why don't you take my pulse too, Sister Jiang?"
“My mother said that I was born prematurely, which is why my body is weaker than that of an average person.”
"I also want to be like Sister Jiang, able to wield knives and sticks, do business, and treat patients."
"But I am weak and cannot even learn ordinary dances. I can only learn needlework and read books."
Although Song Zhuran spoke lightly, Song Zhuyi, who was standing next to her, felt a little sad.
When my mother was pregnant with my younger sister, she was the one who insisted on eating apricots from the tree. My mother, fearing for her safety, accompanied her. However, she stepped on a fallen apricot and slipped and fell.
This is what led to premature birth.
Although no one has ever blamed her, she has felt guilty every time she sees her sister looking weak over the years.
He then became even kinder to this younger sister.
She gave him everything she could.
Although Song Zhuran's actions were somewhat offensive, the Empress also wanted Jiang Wanning to see them.
He then asked, "I wonder if it's convenient for the Princess?"
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