The so-called "Red Pill Case" refers to the period shortly after Zhu Youjian's father ascended the throne, when he was also terminally ill.
After consuming a mysterious red elixir, he died inexplicably.
Many people have heard rumors that the red pill is poisonous.
Moreover, it wasn't unintentional poisoning, but rather deliberate poisoning.
Wang Chengen was indeed somewhat frightened upon hearing these words.
He muttered to himself, "Although Master Gao comes from a later era, the origin of this bottle of medicine is unclear."
"Who knows if it can actually cure His Majesty?"
"Even if the medicine itself is not the problem, as long as the emperor takes it, any health problems that arise in the future can be attributed to the medicine."
"Then won't I, the one who came to deliver the medicine, also be implicated?"
Wang Chengen couldn't help but feel somewhat hesitant.
But Zhu Youjian, lying in his hospital bed, suddenly had a flash of inspiration.
"Empress, quickly bring me that bottle of medicine!"
Empress Gao was still somewhat hesitant.
"Your Majesty, who exactly is Master Gao?"
"How could you trust the medicine he offered so much?"
"In my opinion, it would be better to find a few palace maids to test the medicine first."
However, Zhu Youjian hurriedly waved his hand.
"Master Gao is... never mind, you wouldn't understand even if I told you."
"Give me the medicine right away, cough cough cough!"
This was the first time Zhu Youjian had learned that a bottle of pills had inexplicably appeared in Gao Qingyun's possession.
They suspected that Gao Qingyun was not simple, not only because he came from the future, but also because he had divine protection.
Or perhaps, people in later generations might all acquire some kind of supernatural or mysterious abilities.
Otherwise, how could Gao Qingyun have traveled to more than 300 years ago?
Zhu Youjian is now terminally ill.
Even if someone comes to perform a shamanistic ritual, he will most likely grasp at it as a lifeline.
What's more, these are pills sent by Gao Qingyun?
Seeing this, Empress Zhou could no longer offer any further advice.
Ignoring the ministers' attempts to stop her, she came to Wang Chengen's side and reached out her delicate hand to take the medicine bottle.
Who knew that Wang Chengen wouldn't let go?
Empress Zhou frowned.
"You dog of a servant, what are you doing?"
Wang Chengen then suddenly woke up, handing over the medicine bottle while kowtowing.
"Your Majesty, this servant is guilty!"
The Empress did not pursue the matter, but quickly walked back to the bedside and placed the medicine bottle in front of Zhu Youjian.
As she examined the medicine bottle, she felt a greater sense of trust in Gao Qingyun.
"The medicine bottle is made of neither gold nor stone, and it feels quite warm and smooth to the touch, as if it were some kind of extremely rare gemstone."
"Moreover, there are many small characters written between the dimensions, which makes it even more rare."
"So it seems that this pill might actually cure His Majesty's illness?"
A sense of anticipation arose in her heart.
As for Zhu Youjian, he didn't care at all, and immediately unscrewed the bottle cap, intending to swallow all the pills.
However, it was only at this point that Wang Chengen finally spoke.
"Your Majesty, there are instructions for use on that medicine bottle. You can't just take it randomly."
"Instructions for use?" Zhu Youjian paused for a moment, then looked down at the medicine bottle in his hand.
Sure enough, I found countless small characters written on it.
He glanced at it and found that the text on it was almost exactly the same as Gao Qingyun's appointment letter.
Although they are Chinese characters, many of them lack strokes.
But even with a bit of guesswork, he could still make out the general idea.
"So it's three times a day, one tablet each time."
Zhu Youjian nodded slightly, poured out a pill from the medicine, and then tilted his head back to swallow it.
The civil officials in the distance were heartbroken at the sight.
"Your Majesty, you mustn't!"
"Are you following in the footsteps of the late emperor by taking medicine haphazardly?"
Someone else's eyes flickered, and they spoke to Empress Zhou, their tone aggressive:
"Your Majesty, His Majesty is already delirious. You should issue an imperial decree immediately to summon the Prince of Fu's heir to the capital!"
It seems this person couldn't wait for Zhu Youjian to die.
Empress Zhou was completely flustered and turned to look at Zhu Youjian.
Zhu Youjian was still coughing after taking the pills, but he was also somewhat drowsy.
She exclaimed, "Your Majesty, what's wrong? Are you alright?"
Zhu Youjian did not reply, but simply waved his hand and then fell into a deep sleep.
Seeing this, Empress Zhou became even more worried and burst into tears, clinging to Zhu Youjian.
Upon seeing this, the civil officials couldn't help but sneer.
Someone whispered, "Heh, I was just worried that Wang Chengen might actually offer up the miracle drug. Now it seems it's another case of the Red Pill."
"Alright, let's stop talking about this. Let's quickly discuss what to do after the emperor dies."
"Sigh, we've had two national mourning periods in just a few months. I wonder if the national treasury can hold up."
The civil officials discussed amongst themselves and then went outside together.
Wang Chengen was completely heartbroken.
"I'm doomed, I'm really finished now."
Meanwhile, Luo Yangxing stood at the entrance of the hall, peering inside with shifty eyes.
"Judging from this, is His Majesty truly beyond saving?"
"No, I need to find a way out for myself right away."
He glanced at me and jogged away.
After an unknown amount of time, Zhu Youjian slowly woke up, feeling that his body was covered in sweat.
He called out weakly, "Someone, help me change my clothes."
Empress Zhou, who was crying to the side, immediately got up and came over when she heard this.
"Your Majesty, you're actually awake?"
Zhu Youjian had just heard Gao Qingyun recount the "great achievements" of his father-in-law, the father of Empress Zhou, at the last moment of the Ming Dynasty.
He harbored a certain resentment towards the empress, extending to her crows.
But now, seeing how much she cares about me, I can't help but feel grateful.
"Your Majesty, I am feeling much better."
Overjoyed, Empress Zhou didn't call any outsiders and went straight over to help Zhu Youjian change his clothes.
Zhu Youjian paused for a moment, then spoke again:
"Empress, have someone prepare some food for me. I'm hungry."
Empress Zhou was even more delighted after hearing this.
Even she, the empress, knew that if a patient knew they needed to eat, it meant their health was improving.
She smiled and nodded: "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will make the arrangements immediately."
But Zhu Youjian suddenly remembered something and grabbed Empress Zhou.
"Empress, don't let anyone else cook. I want to eat what you cook yourself."
Empress Zhou was puzzled and did not expect that Zhu Youjian was afraid that someone would poison him.
Instead, she blushed and said, "Your Majesty, my cooking skills are not good, I'm afraid Your Majesty will not like it."
Zhu Youjian casually waved his hand, indicating to Empress Zhou not to worry about it.
"I will eat anything that you, Empress, make."
An incredulous look appeared in Empress Zhou's eyes.
She hadn't expected that after the emperor recovered, his attitude towards her would change so drastically.
"Could it be that Master Gao's miraculous medicine can not only cure diseases and save lives, but also salvage my relationship with His Majesty?"
"When I see Master Gao again, I must thank him properly!"
Empress Zhou was overjoyed and trotted out to cook for the emperor herself.
Zhu Youjian struggled to get up, picked up the medicine bottle beside him, and took a pill.
Then he sighed deeply, "Master Gao, this time you saved my life, and you also saved the life of the Ming Dynasty!"
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