The days are long in summer and the weather is getting hotter.
The eldest princess's health became increasingly weak, so Ye Chutang went to the princess's mansion every day to give her acupuncture.
"My body is really not what it used to be."
Outside, cicadas were chirping and the scorching sun was burning, making even the air seem distorted.
The eldest princess lay sideways on the bed, still covered with a thin blanket, and her palms were cold.
Zhuxin brought the medicine, and the bitter smell filled the whole room.
Ye Chutang helped her remove the last silver needle and then said in relief, "It's just that the weather has been suddenly hot these past few days, and you got caught in a gust of wind, which is why you're like this. As long as you take good care of yourself for a few days, you'll be fine."
As she spoke, she picked up the bowl of soup, and when she realized the temperature was about right, she picked up the spoon and fed the eldest princess.
"Just take the medicine with peace of mind, and don't worry about anything else."
A pale smile appeared on the eldest princess's haggard face.
"Good boy, you don't have to say that to coax me. I know my body best."
She fought many battles in her early years, which left her with a bad health. Later, she became ill again. Although she was saved by Ye Chutang, she was not as good as before.
After Emperor Mu Wu passed away, she was extremely sad and devastated, and she collapsed all of a sudden.
"I heard there's been another fight in the south recently?"
The eldest princess took a sip of the medicine, and the bitter taste filled her mouth, making her frown.
But it was only for a moment, and she quickly returned to normal.
Ye Chutang said "hmm".
"With Prince Yannan in charge, there won't be any trouble. You don't have to worry."
The princess sighed, "If they were just a bunch of scoundrels and vagrants, how could they trouble King Yannan? Although I haven't been involved in court affairs for a while, I'm not senile yet. You don't have to hide it."
Ye Chutang paused and looked up.
The princess continued, "I also heard that they came under the banner of restoring the Great Zhou. There have been rumors in the capital lately, saying... a former crown prince of the Great Zhou has appeared?"
Ye Chutang thought about it for a moment and nodded.
"There is such a rumor. The Dali Temple is already investigating and has arrested several people who deliberately spread it."
The princess frowned. "For the news to spread so quickly, it's clear they were well prepared... They must have planted spies in the capital a long time ago, right?"
She sighed again, "The new emperor has just ascended the throne and has already encountered troubles one after another. It's really annoying."
"If you want to start a rebellion, you have to find a good reason. Otherwise, how can you explain it to the world?" Ye Chutang handed the medicine bowl forward again, his voice still calm and gentle. "Please drink the medicine first. It will taste even more bitter if it gets cold."
The eldest princess still responded with a smile, "Okay, I'll do as you say."
She quickly finished the bowl of medicine, and her face looked a little brighter.
But the tired and worried look between his brows has not yet completely calmed down.
"Princess!"
Lan Yi suddenly rushed in from outside, her face full of joy.
"Marquis Dingbei has returned to the capital!"
Everyone was shocked. The eldest princess even sat up straight away, surprised and delighted, "Really?"
"Of course it's true!" Lan Yi was very excited. "Marquis Dingbei has entered the palace first, and he will probably come to see you soon!"
Shen Youyan hasn't returned to Beijing for many years.
Firstly, the situation in the northern border is serious and he cannot leave. Secondly, his wife, the eldest princess's only daughter, died of illness in the capital. The capital is his sad place and he rarely wants to come back.
now……
The eldest princess had a complicated expression and didn't speak for a long time.
Finally, she looked at Ye Chutang and couldn't help but hold her hand. A long-lost smile finally appeared on her face, but her eyes were red.
"It's good to be back, it's good to be back... Chutang, you haven't met him yet, right?" (End of this chapter)
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