After learning the astonishing news that Yun Zhizhi was pregnant with quintuplets, Zhao Yunjin was as if struck by lightning, instantly overwhelmed with extreme joy.
However, despite the overwhelming joy of the news, he still felt a sense of disbelief deep down, as if he couldn't believe that such good fortune had befallen him.
After all, the situation of quintuplets is extremely rare and unbelievable.
So, the two of them returned to the palace after an unforgettable trip to Antarctica.
Before they could even rest, Zhao Yunjin impatiently sent his men to quickly invite Doctor Zhou to their villa.
He was asked to take Yun Zhizhi's pulse again to confirm whether this exciting news was true.
Before long, Dr. Zhou, carrying an exquisite medicine chest filled with various medicinal herbs and medical tools, hurriedly stepped into the main hall.
He glanced at Zhao Yunjin and Yun Zhizhi, who were sitting in the main seats, and quickly asked, "Zhizhi, are you feeling unwell?"
Following behind Doctor Zhou was Master Xuanzhen.
He, too, looked worried and chimed in, "Yes! Have you been overworking yourself lately? You must take good care of yourself!"
Faced with the two old men's concern and inquiries, Yun Zhizhi simply smiled slightly and replied softly, "Thank you for your concern, but I feel perfectly fine."
Her beautiful face was beaming with a happy smile, showing no sign of illness whatsoever.
At this moment, Zhao Yunjin, standing to the side, urged anxiously in his deep, resonant voice, "Dr. Zhou, please take Zhizhi's pulse quickly!"
Doctor Zhou quickly replied, "Alright!"
As he spoke, he stepped forward lightly, preparing to carefully examine Yun Zhizhi's pulse.
A tense yet expectant atmosphere immediately filled the main hall...
The time it takes to drink a cup of tea slowly passed, and the room was filled with a faint aroma of tea. However, at this moment, everyone's mind was not on the fragrant tea at all.
Master Xuanzhen could no longer contain his anxiety and asked Doctor Zhou impatiently, "Old man Zhou, is Zhizhi alright?"
The renowned doctor Zhou suddenly raised his voice and shouted, "Yes!"
Upon hearing this, Master Xuanzhen's heart leaped into his throat, and his face turned pale.
But to everyone's surprise, Doctor Zhou changed the subject and continued with a smile, "However, it's not a bad thing at all; on the contrary, it's a great joy!"
Then, he deliberately kept everyone in suspense, pausing before revealing the answer: "Zhizhi is currently six months pregnant!"
Upon hearing this, Master Xuanzhen reflexively rolled his eyes.
He couldn't help but mutter under his breath, "Hey you old geezer, can't you just speak more directly? Why do you have to be so dramatic? You almost made my heart jump out of my throat!"
Master Xuanzhen grumbled as he patted his chest to catch his breath.
However, at that moment, he seemed to suddenly realize something, his eyes widened, and his mouth opened wide enough to fit an egg.
With a look of utter astonishment, she exclaimed again, "Wh...what? You just said that Zhizhi is pregnant?"
This unexpected good news thrilled Master Xuanzhen.
He gesticulated wildly and exclaimed, "Oh my! This is wonderful! I never thought I'd have a grand-disciple so soon! Hahahaha..."
Meanwhile, Zhao Yunjin and Yun Zhizhi remained calm, their expressions remarkably composed, a stark contrast to the extremely excited Master Xuanzhen.
Doctor Zhou first glanced curiously at Zhao Yunjin and Yun Zhizhi, who didn't seem to react much.
Then, he turned his gaze to Master Xuanzhen, whose reaction was quite exaggerated, and couldn't help but feel puzzled.
The old man's behavior didn't seem like that of someone about to welcome a grand-disciple; rather, it seemed more like he was having a child late in life.
I'm so excited!
So, full of suspicion, Doctor Zhou asked, "Why do you two look so calm? You don't seem to have the excitement you should have as new parents."
Zhao Yunjin explained gently, "This king and Zhizhi learned of this delightful news not long ago."
"The reason I specifically asked you to come and take Zhizhi's pulse is to find out for sure whether Zhizhi is really pregnant with quintuplets."
Upon hearing this, Doctor Zhou exclaimed in astonishment, "Ah?"
Master Xuanzhen, standing to the side, was also filled with surprise and blurted out, "Five babies?"
The two spoke almost simultaneously, and then looked at each other in unison.
When their eyes met, they both clearly read the word "disbelief" in each other's eyes.
Doctor Zhou composed himself, then slowly reached out and gently placed his hand on Yun Zhizhi's slender wrist.
As he carefully felt the pulse, he muttered to himself, "When I took Zhizhi's pulse to confirm she was pregnant, I did notice something slightly off, but I didn't think about it at the time. I was a bit careless."
Time passed slowly, and the room was quiet as everyone held their breath and waited for Doctor Zhou's diagnosis.
After a long while, Doctor Zhou finally released his grip, raised his head again, and said with a solemn expression, "After my careful examination, Zhizhi is indeed pregnant with multiple pregnancies."
"However, because the fetus in my womb is still in its early stages, I cannot yet accurately determine how many babies I am carrying."
After saying that, he turned to look at Zhao Yunjin and asked in confusion, "Sixth Prince, where did you hear that Zhizhi is carrying quintuplets?"
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