However, her memories are mostly of the layout and personnel movements within Anshou Palace. Those intricate details surface in her mind, yet they are like fragments, difficult to piece together into a complete picture.
She couldn't help but fall into deep thought: Was the Empress Dowager really involved in Qi Guze's arrest?
To find out the truth, she must find a way to get close to the Empress Dowager.
The next morning, Xu Yuehuai was again assigned chores by the palace maid Xiaomian. Although she moved quickly, she was filled with helplessness. She knew that this was the norm for her life in the palace, and she could not escape it.
However, she did not give up the idea of finding the truth, but buried this determination deep in her heart.
After finishing her chores, Xu Yuehuai took advantage of the fact that no one was paying attention and secretly approached the pavilion where the Empress Dowager was resting.
She hid behind the bushes, carefully observing the situation inside the pavilion.
The Empress Dowager sat in the pavilion, looking serene, as if enjoying the tranquility of the morning.
"Cough cough cough..."
Suddenly, the Empress Dowager coughed, her voice hoarse and rapid.
Xu Yuehuai's heart tightened; she knew this was her chance. She quickly emerged from the bushes and arrived at the pavilion, where she saw the Empress Dowager had already fainted inside.
"Imperial Physician! Quickly, summon the Imperial Physician! The Empress Dowager has fainted!"
The head palace maid beside her frantically called for the imperial physician, and Xu Yuehuai immediately stepped forward to help.
She knelt down and gently helped the Empress Dowager up, trying to get her to lie flat.
Xu Yuehuai stared intently at this woman who had once dominated the world; her eyes were deep and seemed to see into people's hearts.
"Da da da..."
Suddenly, a series of hurried footsteps broke the silence. A palace maid rushed in, her face filled with tension and anger. Seeing Xu Yuehuai standing beside the Empress Dowager, she immediately stopped, her brow furrowed, and sternly reprimanded, "Who are you? What are you doing here? Get out of here!"
Xu Yuehuai ignored her reprimand; her gaze remained fixed on the Empress Dowager's face. She noticed that the Empress Dowager's complexion was as pale as porcelain, and her breathing was so weak it seemed she might disappear at any moment. She was anxious, but outwardly remained calm. She knew that the most important thing now was to stabilize the Empress Dowager's condition.
"I know some medical skills, trust me!" Xu Yuehuai's voice was firm and powerful, as if it echoed in the quiet pavilion.
Upon hearing this, the palace maid's face showed disdain. She glared at Xu Yuehuai and sneered, "If anything happens to the Empress Dowager, can you bear the responsibility?"
Xu Yuehuai did not back down; her eyes grew even more resolute. She took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "I swear on my life!"
Her voice revealed unwavering determination and confidence, as if at this moment, her life was inextricably linked with the fate of the Empress Dowager.
The palace maid was stunned by her words. She paused for a moment, then carefully examined Xu Yuehuai. She saw a glint of wisdom in Xu Yuehuai's eyes, a confidence that could only be seen in truly talented people. A thought suddenly struck the palace maid: perhaps this woman really could save the Empress Dowager.
So she stopped obstructing him and quietly stepped aside, giving Xu Yuehuai space. Xu Yuehuai glanced at her gratefully, then immediately threw himself into the work of treating the Empress Dowager.
She gently grasped the Empress Dowager's wrist, feeling the faint, rapid pulse. Her heart was filled with worry, but she knew she couldn't panic; she had to remain calm to find a way to save the Empress Dowager.
Xu Yuehuai began to carefully examine the Empress Dowager's body. Her movements were gentle yet swift, as if every action was a race against death. She constantly observed, thought, and judged, and then made a decision quickly.
The palace maid watched her movements with a sense of awe. She had never seen such a composed and skillful woman. Her heart was filled with admiration and gratitude; she knew that the Empress Dowager's life depended on this woman.
Time seemed to stand still at that moment, with only Xu Yuehuai's busy figure and the Empress Dowager's faint breathing echoing in the air. The palace maids prayed silently, hoping that Xu Yuehuai could successfully save the Empress Dowager and bring life and hope back to the palace.
Thanks to Xu Yuehuai's meticulous care, the Empress Dowager's condition finally began to stabilize. Her complexion gradually regained its rosy hue, and her breathing became steady and strong. Xu Yuehuai finally breathed a sigh of relief; she knew she had successfully stabilized the Empress Dowager's condition.
The palace maid, witnessing this scene, had tears of emotion welling up in her eyes. She walked to Xu Yuehuai's side and bowed deeply: "Thank you, you really saved the Empress Dowager!"
Xu Yuehuai smiled and shook her head: "I just did what I was supposed to do."
At that moment, Xu Yuehuai's figure appeared exceptionally tall and sacred in the sunlight. Her presence filled the palace with hope and vitality, and allowed people to witness the miracle and power of life.
Immediately, Xu Yuehuai and the palace maid worked together to carefully carry the Empress Dowager out of the pavilion.
They walked steadily, trying to avoid any swaying, for fear of causing the Empress Dowager any additional pain.
Inside the palace, the lights were bright, and the warm light shone on the Empress Dowager, adding a touch of rosiness to her pale face.
"The imperial physician has arrived! Quickly, examine Her Majesty!"
A short while later, the head palace maid arrived hurriedly with the imperial physician. The physician immediately stepped forward and carefully took the Empress Dowager's pulse. His brows were furrowed, and his expression was serious, as if he were searching for the root cause of the Empress Dowager's illness.
Suddenly, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He looked up at the crowd and asked in confusion, "The Empress Dowager's condition has stabilized. Did anyone treat her just now?"
Upon hearing this, the young palace maid immediately pointed to Xu Yuehuai standing to the side, her eyes filled with admiration and gratitude: "It was her! It was Sister Xu Yuehuai who saved the Empress Dowager!" Everyone looked at Xu Yuehuai, their eyes filled with surprise and admiration.
Xu Yuehuai stepped forward, bowed slightly, and said humbly, "This servant is not very talented, but someone in my family used to know medicine, so I learned a few tricks. Just now, seeing that Her Majesty the Empress Dowager was unwell, I dared to step forward and give it a try." Although her voice was low, it was full of confidence and composure.
The imperial physician looked at Xu Yuehuai, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes. He nodded and praised, "You are very good. Although your medical skills are not as refined as mine, it is already very commendable that you were able to step forward at this critical moment to alleviate the Empress Dowager's pain."
The head palace maid looked at Xu Yuehuai, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, but she didn't say anything more, only silently asking Xu Yuehuai to stay and help take care of the Empress Dowager.
Xu Yuehuai was filled with surprise, but she didn't show it on the surface.
...
When the Empress Dowager slowly opened her slightly tired eyes, the first thing she saw was Xu Yuehuai standing in front of the bed. Her face held a gentle yet firm expression: "Empress Dowager, you've finally woken up."
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