Chapter 210 Haste makes waste
Upon hearing that His Majesty had summoned him, the imperial physician immediately went on high alert.
"Thank you for the reminder, Second Princess. I will go to His Majesty now."
Sheng Sheng smiled and said, "Yes, you're welcome."
The imperial physician bowed, handed the medicine box to his apprentice, and then went to Xie Yuxiao's tent.
Sheng Sheng followed not far behind the imperial physician, and they went together.
When His Majesty summoned them, the imperial physicians were in a hurry to get there and didn't notice that Sheng Sheng had followed them.
The imperial physician rushed over in a hurry, but was stopped by Eunuch Hou at the entrance of the tent: "Does Imperial Physician Zhang have something important to report?"
Physician Zhang was somewhat puzzled, but still respectfully said, "Eunuch Hou, His Majesty summoned me here. It must be that His Majesty has something to discuss with me."
"Um?"
Old Master Hou frowned, his face full of questions.
He has been staying here the whole time, but I haven't heard His Majesty say who he wants to summon.
Seeing that Physician Zhang didn't seem to be talking nonsense, Eunuch Hou decided to go in and inform him.
"Then I'll trouble Physician Zhang to wait here for a moment while I go in and inform His Majesty."
"No need, Eunuch Hou."
A voice peeked out from behind Physician Zhang, startling him. He patted his chest and exclaimed softly, "Oh dear, Second Princess, you've given me quite a fright!"
Sheng Sheng smiled sheepishly and said to Eunuch Hou, "Eunuch Hou, it was Sheng Sheng who brought Physician Zhang. Father Emperor has something to discuss with Physician Zhang."
"Oh, I see." Eunuch Hou smiled and lifted the curtain for them. "Second Princess, Physician Zhang, please."
Physician Zhang was a little confused.
Didn't they say His Majesty summoned him for some business?
Physician Zhang was brought in by Sheng Sheng in a daze. Xie Yuxiao was carefully reviewing the memorials that had been sent from the palace by fast horse behind his desk. When he saw that Sheng Sheng, who had just left, had brought Physician Zhang here so quickly, he paused and couldn't help but chuckle.
Sheng Sheng blinked innocently and stepped forward, pouting, "Father, I brought Physician Zhang here for you. You're welcome."
The little dumpling's face clearly showed his eagerness, and he kept glancing at the herb on the table that looked like a rejuvenating herb. He was practically ready to tell Xie Yuxiao directly: "Father, please let Physician Zhang take a look at this and see if it really is a rejuvenating herb!"
Xie Yuxiao raised an eyebrow, not revealing the little dumpling's little thoughts, and said to Physician Zhang, "I obtained a medicinal herb today, which is said to be extremely precious. Come here and help me see what kind of herb it is."
Physician Zhang answered in a clear voice, carefully picking up the herb. He was startled when he saw its color, and his movements became even more cautious.
The little boy looked at Physician Zhang expectantly. Physician Zhang took the object in his hands, examining it from all angles, and asked uncertainly, "Your Majesty, what is this...?"
Xie Yuxiao remained silent, and no one responded to him. Physician Zhang could only continue, "Could this be the Rejuvenating Herb that has been missing for so long?"
As members of the Imperial Medical Academy, doctors who could enter the Imperial Medical Academy not only possessed exceptional medical skills, but also naturally needed a solid foundation in basic knowledge.
Even if Physician Zhang had never seen this miraculous herb in person, he must have seen it in medical books.
So when Physician Zhang realized that the peculiar herb in his hand might be the rare and precious Rejuvenating Herb, he instantly felt as if the herb was a thousand pounds heavy, and he was afraid that he would accidentally break it if he held it for even a second longer.
Xie Yuxiao remained expressionless, pointing at himself: "Are you asking me?"
Physician Zhang was taken aback, then quickly waved his hand and stammered, "Your Majesty, that's not what I meant."
Sheng Sheng jumped out and stood between the two, saying to Xie Yuxiao, "Father, don't scare Physician Zhang. Physician Zhang is already nervous."
Xie Yuxiao: "I didn't scare him."
“It’s obvious. Father Emperor’s smile is so handsome, why does he always have such a sullen face?”
Sheng Sheng jumped up and snuggled into Xie Yuxiao's arms, touching his cheek and manually making him smile.
Xie Yuxiao was both amused and exasperated, but he let her make a fuss.
The atmosphere relaxed imperceptibly, and Physician Zhang breathed a sigh of relief, repeatedly calling out to the princess, "Your Highness!"
Seeing that Physician Zhang had relaxed, Sheng Sheng continued to press, "So, is this really the Rejuvenating Herb?"
Physician Zhang replied cautiously, "Your Majesty, Your Highness, this herb is indeed exactly as described in the medical books. I believe it is very likely the Rejuvenating Herb."
"real!"
Sheng Sheng jumped up excitedly, but before she could even celebrate for a few seconds, Physician Zhang said again, "However, I have never seen the Rejuvenating Herb with my own eyes. As the saying goes, theory without practice often leads to mistakes. Such a rare and precious medicinal herb as the Rejuvenating Herb requires careful identification. Moreover, I am relatively young, and my medical skills are not as extensive as those of Physicians Li and Zhou. I dare not easily guarantee that my judgment is correct."
Sheng Sheng immediately calmed down, nodded, and agreed, "That's true. It's alright, Father. Let's wait until we get back to the palace and have the other imperial physicians examine it together. It'll be an extra layer of protection."
Xie Yuxiao pondered for a moment: "Alright, let's do it this way."
Xie Yuxiao called over Eunuch Hou and had him put the herb away properly.
Haste makes waste. Sheng Sheng can't find anyone to confirm whether this is indeed the Rejuvenating Herb. Besides, even if it is, there's no way to use it to cure Xie Yunwen right now.
After figuring it out, Sheng Sheng happily ran back to find Xie Yunjia for dinner.
The sky gradually darkened, and black replaced white.
The moon was bright and the stars were few. A full moon hung in the sky, its transparent light shining on the earth, making the whole world bright.
Xie Yunyang and Xie Yunchuan, who had been out all day, finally returned, still feeling chilly.
Both men were wearing black robes and cloaks with hoods up, making them unrecognizable from a distance in the darkness.
The two men handed the horses to their subordinates, took off their outer robes, and chatted about the day's events.
Xie Yunyang looked worried and asked anxiously, "Second Brother, Doctor Shen doesn't want to see us. What should we do?"
Xie Yunchuan remained calm, showing no particular surprise at the outcome.
Conversely, being turned away was the outcome he had expected.
That's right. The reason why Xie Yunyang and Xie Yunchuan hurriedly left the mountain today was because they received news that Doctor Shen had appeared near Haijin a few days ago.
As mentioned before, Physician Sikong may know some information about the whereabouts of the Rejuvenating Grass, or even have it in his possession, or know how to cultivate it.
Unfortunately, the divine physician Sikong had passed away many years ago, leaving only two apprentices.
One was the head of the Imperial Medical Academy of Jin, and the other was this divine physician, Shen.
The divine physician Shen was a wanderer, traveling the world to practice medicine year after year, and neither of them had ever placed their hopes on him.
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