"How is the Emperor?"
Qin Weishou paced anxiously to the side, while the Pei family patriarch's face was as black as charcoal. Could someone please tell him why this brat from Daqing was throwing himself at his daughter?
Pei Zhi also stood aside watching Mei Chu take Gu Qingyan's pulse, her eyes sweeping over Gu Qingyan's face.
The dark circles under the eyes and the pale lips are clear signs of overwork.
How could someone the same age as her faint from overwork?
“Eunuch Qin, the young master has been like a tightly strung bow recently, and now he can’t take it even if he relaxes a little.”
Mei Chu got up and walked outside. "I'll go brew some medicine for the young master."
Since Jiang He had not yet woken up, the head of the Pei family and Pei Zhi stayed at the Dingyuan Marquis's residence. Qin Wei specifically instructed that no one should disturb the father and daughter.
In the courtyard, Pei Zhi smelled the fragrance of medicine in the air. "Father, that doctor is quite skilled."
"A-Zhi," the Pei family head smiled indulgently, "someone who can stay by Jiang He's side at this time is certainly not incompetent."
Pei Zhi also twitched the corners of her mouth, "Father, that young emperor will become the biggest threat to our aristocratic family in the future."
When the matter was brought up, the Pei family patriarch's expression became serious. "My father is Emperor Zhaoyuan, my mother is the Empress Dowager who fell off a cliff in Daqing, and my uncle is Marquis Dingyuan. Such a background is not weak even in our aristocratic families."
"This person himself is not simple either."
In recent years, Pei Zhi has come into contact with many secrets of aristocratic families. These families live outside of various countries, and their only fear is the unification of the world.
The young emperor of Daqing made her feel threatened.
"His mother fell off a cliff, his father was seriously ill and imprisoned in Daning, and his uncle was on the verge of death. Under these circumstances, he was still clear-headed. This person will surely become a great threat in the future."
A murderous glint flashed in Pei Zhi's eyes, while a look of satisfaction appeared on the face of the Pei family patriarch.
This is the rightful heir of the Pei family.
"Is Ah Zhi going to make a move?"
“No, this time we’ve come to repay a debt of gratitude.” Pei Zhi’s clothes fluttered in the wind. “Next time, I won’t hold back.”
Jiang He saved his father by bleeding him out years ago, and they must repay this kindness.
This time, we've accepted it.
"If this child were born into a prominent family, he would be a good choice for a husband."
Pei Zhi's eyes flickered slightly at the words of the Pei family patriarch, but she showed none of the shyness a woman should have.
Members of their aristocratic family are not allowed to marry people outside of that family.
The choice of her husband has been out of her control since the moment she was designated as the heir. She is only twelve years old now, and her father has already begun to choose one for her.
Her husband needs to bring greater benefits to the Pei family.
“Father, he is not from a noble family, but he is capable of destroying noble families.”
Pei Zhi's eyes regained their calm. "It's late, Father, you should rest."
......
Jiang He woke up at noon the next day.
When the news of Jiang He's awakening spread, the people, who should have been in deep grief, wept with joy and came out of their homes to celebrate.
The grief was immediately replaced by joy.
Listening to the cheerful laughter and even the sound of gongs and drums outside, Pei Zhi gained a deeper understanding of Jiang He's status in the hearts of the people of Daqing.
"uncle."
After waking up, Gu Qingyan stayed by Jiang He's bedside. When he saw Jiang He open his eyes, Gu Qingyan's tears fell like beads from a broken string.
Seeing this, Pei Zhi's preconceived notions about Gu Qingyan intensified.
Such a crybaby, even if born into a prestigious family, is not suitable as a son-in-law.
“Ayan.”
Jiang He reached out and patted Gu Qingyan's shoulder, "How long have I been unconscious? Where is Her Majesty?"
Jiang He's eyes were an unnatural red. He desperately wanted to see A Yu, whose past life he didn't know had caused her so much suffering.
"Uncle, you've been unconscious for a month. If it weren't for these two miraculous doctors arriving in time, you would..."
Jiang He then turned his gaze to the Pei family father and daughter.
"The head of the Pei family, the young master of the Pei family."
As soon as Jiang He's voice rang out, a sharp glint flashed in Gu Qingyan's eyes, which was well concealed by his lowered head.
"The Marquis of Dingyuan still recognizes us."
The head of the Pei family stepped forward and said, “I was fortunate enough to survive because of your great kindness back then. After hearing the news that you were poisoned, Azhi and I rushed over immediately.”
Thank you.
Jiang He tried to get up, but the head of the Pei family pressed him back down. "You need to recover. It is a deadly poison. I'm afraid you won't be able to engage in strenuous activity for at least a year."
"You really are incredibly lucky this time."
"My lord."
Pei Zhi also stepped forward. She respected Jiang He.
Because Jiang He didn't hesitate to bleed to save her father back then, Pei Zhi was unwilling to be Jiang He's enemy if possible.
"Speaking of which, the young master has changed a lot."
Jiang He inadvertently grasped Gu Qingyan's hand. "Ayan, these are the head and young master of the Pei family in Longyou."
Upon hearing this, Gu Qingyan stood up, sniffed, and looked completely childish.
"Thank you so much, Patriarch and Young Master, for saving me. I am deeply grateful."
Pei Zhi looked at Gu Qingyan, who was clearly a tiger but was trying to act like a cat, and suddenly burst out laughing.
That's really interesting.
"We've met before."
Pei Zhi's words made Gu Qingyan raise his head in surprise.
"That winter, you and the Empress Dowager were distributing porridge outside the Marquis's residence. The porridge was delicious."
The young emperor was timid back then, but now...
Pei Zhi looked at Marquis Dingyuan, "Emperor Daqing has also changed a lot."
"If you don't mind, please stay at my residence for a few more days."
Faced with Jiang He's invitation, the Pei family head and Pei Zhi nodded in unison, as they also wanted to learn more about this Emperor of Daqing.
......
Where is the Empress?
Jiang He realized once again that everyone was keeping quiet about Jiang Yu, and his heart trembled.
"Uncle, Mother went to the battlefield on your behalf, but she's incredibly powerful!" Gu Qingyan said, feigning a soft voice. "Not only did Mother destroy the Great Wei, but she also wiped out the Eastern Qing Kingdom in the process!"
Upon hearing this, Jiang He's tightly furrowed brows relaxed slightly. "Really? Then I'll have to prepare some things for Your Majesty. When will Your Majesty return to the capital? I'll go there myself to welcome you."
But the ensuing silence completely threw Jiang He into a panic.
"Has something happened to Your Highness?"
Gu Qingyan pouted, his voice starting to tremble with tears, "Uncle, Mother is alright."
Seeing that Gu Qingyan was in a bad mood, Jiang He didn't ask any more questions.
He simply told Gu Qingyan to return to the palace to rest as soon as possible.
As the sun set, only Jiang He remained in the house.
Jiang He rubbed his hands, trying to sit up, but because he had been lying in bed for too long, he fell heavily to the ground.
Mei Chu quickly came in upon hearing the sound.
Jiang He was seen gripping Mei Chu's sleeve tightly. "Doctor Mei, what's wrong with my sister?"
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