Thinking of the dying Emperor Chu lying on the dragon bed, Chu Jiuqing's expression darkened.
"My benefactor, to tell you the truth, my father has always been in excellent health, but he suddenly fell ill a few days ago for some unknown reason."
The imperial physicians initially diagnosed it as a common cold, saying that a few doses of medicine would cure it.
Who would have thought that after taking several doses of medicine, the condition not only failed to improve but worsened, reaching a critical stage.
"Now all the imperial physicians are helpless. I know you, my benefactor, are a highly skilled doctor. I beg you to come back to the capital with me to treat my father's strange illness."
Upon hearing this, Chen Qingqing frowned. Although she had guessed that the Prince of Ning wanted something from her, she never imagined it was to treat the Emperor of the Great Ning Dynasty.
Excessive indulgence ages one prematurely, and excessive sexual activity shortens one's life.
Throughout history, the private lives of emperors have generally been characterized by debauchery, hedonism, and infatuation with beautiful women.
Many emperors lost their lives due to their lust for beauty and excessive indulgence.
While their bodies were being hollowed out, they were also consuming those so-called elixirs of immortality.
If you keep courting death, it's no wonder you get sick!
This job was no ordinary one. Although she was a skilled physician, if she had any bad luck and the emperor died before she could even diagnose the problem, she would be sentenced to death.
No, no, this risk is too great. It's better not to get involved in this mess.
Having made up her mind, Chen Qingqing politely declined, "Your Highness Prince Ning, healing the sick and saving lives is the duty of a physician. If I could truly help, I would not refuse. However, there are many rules in the palace. How could a commoner like me enter the palace so rashly? I'm afraid it would be very inconvenient. Besides, which of the royal physicians is not highly skilled? If they are helpless, I dare not presume to teach them. I hope Your Highness will understand."
Upon hearing this, Chu Jiuqing looked anxious. "My benefactor, please stop making excuses. I trust my judgment. You will definitely not disappoint me and will surely save my father's life."
"Your Highness, you flatter me. The illness is complex and ever-changing. Even though my medical skills are decent, I cannot guarantee a complete cure. You should seek out a more skilled physician."
Seeing that Chen Qingqing still declined, Chu Jiuqing was extremely anxious.
The Crown Prince is restless and determined to seize the throne. If the Emperor of Chu passes away and the Crown Prince ascends the throne, the Crown Prince will be the first to be dealt with.
His death is not a pity, but his brothers who have gone through thick and thin with him will likely meet with the same fate.
His Dragon Shadow Guards will inevitably become a thorn in Chu Jinxuan's side, and their fate is predictable.
Loyal and virtuous officials in the court will inevitably be suppressed, and the Great Ning Dynasty is in grave danger...
“My benefactor, to be honest, my father’s illness is strange and not an ordinary illness. I suspect it is poisoning. Most of the imperial physicians in the capital are confidants of Crown Prince Chu Jinxuan, and the rest cannot diagnose the specific cause of the illness.”
I only remembered my benefactor as a last resort, since I was poisoned by the deadly "Three-Day Soul-Returning Powder," which only gave me three days to detoxify once it took effect.
"The day you rescued me, I was already poisoned, yet you pulled me back from the brink of death. This proves your medical skills are extraordinary, so please don't refuse."
Kyoto is a dangerous place; she doesn't want to go.
Chen Qingqing lowered her eyes slightly, "Your Highness, you flatter me. I am just a doctor and I really don't know anything about detoxification. Saving you was just a lucky accident."
Chu Jiuqing's eyes were bloodshot with rage. He could have used his status to restrain anyone else.
Chen Qingqing is probably not an option. Having spent more than half a year with her, I know her too well. Not only is her medical skill superb, but her mastery of poisons is also unparalleled.
Although he had amnesia at the time, he wasn't stupid. He dug for ginseng in Wild Wolf Valley and easily dealt with the giant python.
At the banquet, Chen Qingqing poisoned the wine in response to Chen Zhancai's provocation. Although she managed to deceive everyone, he witnessed the whole process clearly.
Chu Jiuqing stared at her intently. "Could it be that your benefactor is afraid of getting involved in trouble? But from the moment you saved me, you and I have been on the same side of the same boat. The Crown Prince has been secretly investigating who saved me."
The people from Kyoto have already been dealt with by my secret guards. If the Crown Prince ascends the throne and my power is taken back, do you think you can remain unscathed and uninvolved?
Your family, and indeed everyone in Nanshan Village, will be among the first to be executed after the new emperor ascends the throne. My benefactor, please reconsider!
"Damn it, saving someone has caused trouble instead," Chen Qingqing couldn't help but curse in her heart.
Chu Jiuqing didn't want to threaten her, but if he didn't say that, he was afraid that even if he killed her, she wouldn't come back to the capital with him.
Suppressing the apology in his eyes, he continued,
"Now that various forces in the court are stirring up trouble, if something happens to the Emperor, it will inevitably cause a bloodbath in the palace, and in the end, only innocent people will suffer. In order to save the people from suffering, my benefactor, please do not refuse."
What's meant to be will be; if it's meant to be, you can't escape it.
Stretching your neck is one cut, shrinking your neck is another.
The people you're meant to meet, you can't avoid; the trials you're meant to experience, you can't escape.
Chen Qingqing was silent for a moment, then nodded. "Alright, since Prince Ning is so kind, I will respectfully accept. However, let's be clear from the start: I can only do my best, and I hope Your Highness will not have too many expectations."
Upon hearing this, Chu Jiuqing's face lit up with joy. "If my benefactor is willing to lend a helping hand, my father's illness will surely be cured. As long as you can save my father's life, I will definitely fulfill all your requests, even if it means granting him an official title or a noble rank."
"I'd rather not get promoted or given a title. I just want to live peacefully with my family." Chen Qingqing said, biting her lip and rolling her eyes. "If Your Highness can bring down the Crown Prince, can you guarantee that my family and I will live a peaceful life and not be bullied by bullies?"
Seeing the cunning look in her eyes, Chu Jiuqing's mood, which had been suppressed for several days, improved somewhat. He raised an eyebrow slightly and said, "Of course, whatever my benefactor desires, I will not refuse."
She risked her life to gain a peaceful life, which was worth it for her, who had no background or powerful connections!
Chen Qingqing smiled and said, "Alright, one person, one job. Your Highness Prince Ning, don't forget your promise today."
As long as the Emperor of Chu can be rescued, capturing the Crown Prince will be just around the corner. Even if the Emperor of Chu doesn't live to see him return, his Dragon Shadow Army is no pushover and will fight to the death.
Chu Jiuqing's eyes were full of confidence. "Don't worry, my benefactor. A promise is a promise. I will certainly not let you down."
Hearing him repeatedly refer to himself as his benefactor made Chen Qingqing feel extremely awkward.
Since we're already in the same boat, why pretend anymore?
She shook her head and waved her hand, "Don't keep calling me your benefactor, it sounds uncomfortable. From now on, just call me Qingya or Sister Qingqing."
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