Chapter 901 His eyes were almost blazing with knives.
Yuwen Yuan looked up and asked, "Ruyi, what do you want to say?"
Although he had been somewhat angry with Du Ruoming, his expression softened considerably when he looked at Shang Ruyi. Shang Ruyi cautiously stepped forward and said, "Father, I beg you to forgive Physician Du."
"oh?"
Yuwen Yuan raised an eyebrow slightly: "Why?"
Shang Ruyi said, "Imperial Physician Su has been serving in Qianqiu Palace since Yuanzi was born, so he couldn't discover this matter immediately. As for Imperial Physician Du, he only came to serve in Qianqiu Palace after Imperial Physician Su was imprisoned. Indeed, such a thing cannot be discovered overnight."
Yuwen Yuan didn't speak, but his expression softened somewhat.
Shang Ruyi said, "Therefore, I believe that Physician Du made a mistake, but it does not warrant punishment."
"..."
"I beg Your Majesty to show leniency and forgive him this time."
Du Ruoming had just been terrified, but unexpectedly, it was Princess Qin who came to his rescue. He was so nervous that he could hardly breathe and looked at Yuwen Yuan cautiously.
The baby in the swaddling clothes was completely unaware of the undercurrents within the main hall, and was still laughing and joking.
His clear laughter once again attracted Yuwen Yuan's attention. He looked down at his grandson, his eyes softening once more, and he even revealed a barely perceptible smile.
When he raised his head again, his expression was normal, yet he still possessed the awe-inspiring majesty of an emperor.
He said, "Du Ruoming."
Du Ruoming quickly knelt up and said, "Your Majesty, this sinner is here."
Yuwen Yuan said, "This time, I will follow the Princess Consort's advice and spare you. However, you may be spared the death penalty, but you will not escape punishment. From today onwards, you will be demoted to a medical officer, your salary will be reduced for one year, and you will be forbidden from entering Qianqiu Palace again."
Du Ruoming breathed a sigh of relief.
Although he was demoted two ranks and had his salary reduced, compared to the "misdiagnosis" he had committed and the potential charge of plotting against the imperial heir, this punishment was very lenient. He repeatedly kowtowed to Yuwen Yuan in gratitude, saying, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Yuwen Yuan said, "The one you should thank is Princess Qin."
Du Ruoming turned to look at Shang Ruyi, then at the wet nurse Feng standing far behind her. A complex look in his eyes revealed a hint of gloom. Although he had indeed felt a little grateful to Princess Qin for pleading for him at this moment, he quickly realized—Su Qinglan really knew nothing? She hadn't told Princess Qin anything? And it just so happened that things had to happen when the emperor summoned everyone?
I was outmaneuvered from the very beginning.
But he still bowed and said, "Thank you, Princess Qin."
Shang Ruyi said, "Physician Du, there's no need for such formalities."
After saying these words, Du Ruoming dared not stay in the Liangyi Hall any longer and could only leave as if fleeing. He even tripped over the high threshold when he stepped out of the door and almost fell.
Soon, his hurried figure disappeared outside the main hall.
Yuwen Yuan then said, "Su Qinglan."
Su Qinglan hurriedly responded, "Your Majesty."
Yuwen Yuan looked at her for a while, then at the little Yuanzi in his arms, and said, "This time, you have redeemed yourself through meritorious service. I hereby grant you your original position and allow you to continue to take care of Princess Qin and the young prince in Qianqiu Palace."
Su Qinglan was both surprised and delighted, and hurriedly knelt down: "Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty!"
Yuwen Yuan then said, "However, the case has not yet been investigated and the matter has not yet been resolved. You are still a criminal. If you do anything improper or disrespectful during this period, I will not only punish you immediately, but also exterminate your entire family!"
Su Qinglan's frail body trembled violently.
But she took a deep breath and immediately said, "Your Majesty, I understand. But I am devoted to the court and will never betray Your Majesty's trust. My heart and will are as clear as the sun and moon!"
Yuwen Yuan waved his hand dismissively: "You may leave."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
After Su Qinglan finished speaking, she stood up with a sigh of relief. Perhaps because she was too surprised, or perhaps because the experiences of the past few days had made her too weak, she staggered as she stood up. Shang Ruyi, who was beside her, reached out to support her.
Looking into Shang Ruyi's smiling eyes, Su Qinglan said deeply, "Thank you, Your Highness."
Shang Ruyi shook her head.
Su Qinglan turned to leave, but as soon as she turned, she seemed to remember something and hesitated, looking at Yuwen Yuan: "Your Majesty, what about Jiang Yu—"
Yuwen Yuan's face darkened: "What?"
Upon seeing the emperor's change of expression, Su Qinglan was terrified, her heart leaping into her throat. But after a moment's thought, she mustered her courage and spoke: "I met Jiang Yan when I was treating patients in Chang Le Fang. It had only been a year since then, and I had even visited his home. He is indeed very cautious and has never told me his background. His father has always told me that he is a horse trader who travels the country."
Yuwen Yuan narrowed his eyes: "You, are you trying to protect that Jiang Yu?"
Su Qinglan trembled slightly, but still said, "Your Majesty, I am only telling you what I know. Jiang Yu may really be completely unaware."
Yuwen Yuan said coldly, "You are still a criminal and cannot protect anyone. As for whether Jiang Yu knew anything or not, and whether he is innocent or not, I will investigate and then make a decision. You should not say anything more."
"yes!"
There was no need to say more now that things had come to this point. Besides, Su Qinglan had already exhausted all her courage and strength to even speak up. Now, covered in cold sweat, she didn't dare to say anything more. She simply bowed to Yuwen Yuan and the others before turning and leaving the Liangyi Hall.
Watching her departing figure, some people seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, while others became solemn.
The one with the worst expression was Lou Liangdi, who had remained silent the whole time.
From the moment Yu Dingxing arrived until Yu Mingyue spoke, she realized that the Yu family father and daughter were setting a trap to suppress Lou Yingxiong's achievements. However, due to her status, she couldn't speak up until the Princess Consort of Qin "presumed to be right" and staged another "misdiagnosis" drama, which led Yuwen Yuan to release Su Qinglan, who was still under investigation.
In this way, we only have Jiang Yu left, and the scope for retrial is limited. In addition, the old man is already in his seventies or eighties, and if we increase the punishment, he might die. At that time, the case will be closed.
This case, which was originally attributed to the father and daughter, will just end quietly without any results!
Thinking of this, she turned to look at Yu Mingyue and her father, her eyes almost blazing with daggers.
hateful!
Just as she was seething with hatred, Yuwen Yuan sighed and said to the ministers, "It's getting late, you should all go home for the New Year."
The ministers dared not say anything more, and after bowing, they all left. Yuwen Yuan also stood up and said to the group of juniors, "Let's go to the Hundred Blessings Hall."
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