The old emperor sensed the threat in He Jiuniang's words, but was puzzled and asked, "Why would I make things difficult for you out of the blue?"
How could he bear to make things difficult for such a beautiful woman?
Besides, taking her into the harem would be a great favor to her!
The old emperor didn't think his desire to seize the woman was bad; he was the supreme emperor, and every woman in the world wanted to be his woman.
He Jiuniang never expected the old emperor to ask such a simple and innocent question; this was just being greasy without realizing it.
She said, "My children at home are worried about me, so I will be returning to Jingzhou in the next few days. It is best to treat His Majesty's illness promptly."
This was her way of telling the old emperor that she wanted to go back and didn't want to stay in the capital any longer.
The old emperor then realized what she meant and knew that she was rejecting him, and he became somewhat angry.
But he still needed her to treat his illness, so even if he was unwilling, he had no choice but to agree.
"Then get treatment as soon as possible, so as not to delay your reunion with your child."
This was considered an agreement, and Prince Chen inwardly exclaimed "Wow, amazing!" but outwardly showed no reaction.
He Jiuniang stepped forward to examine the old emperor. As the beauty approached, the old emperor became inexplicably nervous. He Jiuniang gave him a quick examination and sighed, "Your Majesty's condition is even more serious than I just described!"
"If Your Majesty wishes to live a few more years, it would be best to cultivate your character and abstain from sexual activity!"
Upon hearing this, the old emperor felt as if the sky was about to collapse. He couldn't cultivate immortality anymore, and he couldn't even indulge in the pleasures of love. What was the point of his life?
But before he could speak, He Jiuniang continued, "As long as Your Majesty does as I instruct, I guarantee Your Majesty will live for several more decades."
The old emperor is only in his early fifties. If he takes good care of his health, he can live for several more decades. He Jiu Niang is confident of this.
Upon hearing this, the old emperor's eyes instantly lit up.
I just thought he had been poisoned for years and was about to die, but now that I know he can live for several more decades, I feel happy again.
"Alright, alright, whatever you say, I'll listen to you!"
The old emperor had never been so obedient in his life, so He Jiuniang made him lie down, had the eunuchs undress him, and then performed acupuncture treatment.
At first, the old emperor felt a bit unwell, as his health was indeed not very good, but he gradually felt more comfortable.
When the needle is inserted into the body, you can clearly feel the changes in your body. The imperial physicians in the palace are not at this level; they cannot feel anything when the needle is inserted.
The old emperor instantly felt that it was divine.
"Fifth Prince has done a good thing this time, otherwise I really wouldn't have known that Third Prince had such a divine doctor by his side."
He lay on the bed and sighed softly.
These words were clearly meant to imply that Prince Chen was unfilial, as he had a renowned physician by his side but never brought him into the palace to treat his illness.
Prince Chen glanced at him, too lazy to argue anymore; he knew the prince wouldn't believe him anyway.
He Jiuniang smiled and said, "Your Majesty may not know, but His Highness Prince Chen has always wanted me to come to the palace to treat Your Majesty. However, he was afraid that Your Majesty would look down on me, a mere unknown common doctor, so he did not bring it up himself. After all, His Highness Prince Chen is not very favored by Your Majesty..."
Prince Chen: ...This is the second time!
The old emperor was also stunned. What was wrong with this female doctor? Was she missing a screw? How could she say such a thing?
"Who said that? How come I didn't know? I treat all my sons the same?"
The old emperor had a sullen face, clearly displeased.
If it were anyone else, they would definitely have gone along with him and called him a master of impartiality, but He Jiu Niang did not do that. Instead, she pretended to be surprised and asked, "Ah? Doesn't Your Majesty know? This matter has spread throughout the common people! They say that Prince Chen is not favored by Your Majesty, and that Your Majesty does not believe anything he says. Otherwise, Your Majesty would not have been harmed by Dao Ping before."
The old emperor: ……
He was furious, but he was under He Jiuniang's control and dared not make any rash moves. If this woman wanted his life, it would be too easy for her.
“Your Majesty, both sides are flesh and blood, and I naturally understand that, but the flesh on the back of the hand is not as useful as the flesh on the palm, and we have to admit that, don’t we? As for why Prince Lin asked me to examine Your Majesty, Your Majesty naturally knows. But Prince Chen is different. He has been telling me about Your Majesty’s health all the way, which is why I was able to understand Your Majesty’s condition so quickly just now.”
He Jiuniang kept talking, while the old emperor remained silent with a dark face.
Prince Chen wanted to speak several times, but He Jiu Niang stopped him with her eyes. She had to say these things. She wanted to let this blind and deaf old emperor know that everyone was not stupid and that he could not be fooled like this.
"Your Majesty, please don't move them! These needles are dangerous; you can't just move them on acupoints, or there could be serious danger!"
He Jiuniang saw him move and quickly stopped him.
The old emperor sneered, "Are you threatening me?"
"I didn't!"
He Jiuniang looked innocent and continued, "Your Majesty, to be honest, if I really had any bad intentions, I would just take action directly. There's no need to threaten anyone. For example, I had some minor grudges with Prince Lin, so I went and warned him directly. If he dares to lay a hand on my husband again, I will deal with him without any mercy. At that time, even Your Majesty won't be able to protect him."
"That's why he was afraid, so he went to the palace that very night to find the Emperor and asked him to be his shield. Now, does the Emperor still think Prince Lin is considerate?"
As she spoke, He Jiuniang looked intently at his face and smiled gently.
It was such a beautiful face, and her smile was so lovely, but the old emperor inexplicably felt a chill run down his spine.
The old emperor had lived for so many years, and no one had ever dared to speak to him like that. He was angry, nervous, and even confused, and for a moment he didn't know what to do.
The fifth brother used his possession of He Jiuniang to separate the couple, just because she had warned him.
Was he being used by the fifth brother?
What exactly is it that he doesn't know?
"Third Prince, is this the kind of person you've chosen to provoke me?!"
Prince Chen immediately replied, "Your subject dares not!"
He Jiuniang clicked her tongue and said, "Your Majesty just said that you are not biased, that I came to treat Your Majesty's illness, that I was sent by Prince Lin, and that I came to anger Your Majesty, blaming it on Prince Chen for bringing me here. Your Majesty, please don't forget that I was summoned to the palace by your own decree."
"You! You!"
The old emperor was so angry he could hardly breathe. He Jiuniang quickly said, "Don't be angry, don't be angry. Come on, follow my rhythm and take deep breaths. Inhale~ Yes! Exhale~ Inhale again~"
Prince Chen: ...
When he gets back today, he wants someone to frame He Jiuniang's portrait and put it in the hall, so he can bow to it every few days to bolster his courage.
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