Mo Xiaotong sat in the front seat, with the general on his left and the lieutenant general on his right. He looked calm, but his legs were shaking under the table.
Oh my god, this is a place where an orphan like him can come. He always feels like his head is hanging on his belt and his body is unconsciously tense.
Someone kicked my calf. I turned my head and saw the young general's noble smiling face. My scalp went numb. This familiar smile was so scary.
During the horrible training on the road, every time he showed a flaw, the major general would laugh like this, and then he... would be in trouble.
Mo Xiaotong wanted to cry but had no tears when he thought of this. He straightened his back instantly, his legs stopped shaking, and he kept comforting himself that everything was fine.
After Emperor Gan exchanged some polite words, he looked over here with the pressure of a superior.
"Lord Mo, why don't you eat it? Is it not to your taste?"
With a start in his heart, Mo Xiaotong remained calm and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, it's not that I don't want to eat, it's just that my arms are a little short, and I can't... reach it."
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone burst into laughter.
Emperor Gan looked at the embarrassed man, his smile deepened, and he said in a gentle voice: "Come here, why don't you quickly serve General Mo a meal."
"General Mo cured the plague in southern Xinjiang and made great contributions to me. Just tell me what you want to eat, and I will arrange it for you."
"Don't be nervous, I'm not that scary."
Mo Xiaotong's face was red, and his calm appearance made Emperor Gan very satisfied. He disliked people who were scheming and did things flawlessly the most, which made him very uneasy.
This Mo Xiaotong unexpectedly caught his eye, and the look he gave him was gentle, without that scrutinizing or inquiring look.
Jiang Ling watched it all and ate the food calmly.
The young eunuch came over, bent over, and asked in a low voice, "General Mo, what would you like to eat? I'll go to the imperial kitchen and bring it."
"... Sweet osmanthus honey lotus root and four-happiness meatballs are enough."
Well, he must also like to eat what the fake Mo Xiaotong likes to eat.
Fortunately, their tastes are similar, so there won't be any major problems when eating them. As for other things, you just need to be more careful.
Soon it was time to reward people for their merits. Mo Xiaotong's eyes lit up and he thought that he would be able to leave the palace soon and wouldn't have to be so tense all the time.
Read the imperial edict loyally.
"The Emperor, by the Mandate of Heaven, proclaims: The Generals have rendered great service in defending the southern border. This truce with the Xiongnu provides Dagan Ying with ten years of rest and recuperation."
"Specially granted the title of Marquis of Zhenguo, and his wife Yun Wan the title of First Rank Consort..."
Half an hour later, all the generals' rewards were given out. Mo Xiaotong watched eagerly, but he didn't hear his name called.
Just when he was wondering, the emperor came over with an imperial edict.
"Lord Mo, this is the imperial edict for you. I will not have anyone read it out. How about you stay in the Imperial Hospital and make medicine exclusively for me?"
Mo Xiaotong paused and said hurriedly: "Yes, I thank your Majesty for your gift."
Upon hearing this, the court officials looked at each other in confusion, not understanding what His Majesty meant. Not only was such a talented person not rewarded, but he was also trapped in the palace.
Emperor Gan smiled meaningfully: "My dear Mo, come with me after the palace banquet. I have something for you to do. As long as you do it well, everything in the imperial edict will be yours."
"If you want a princess, I can give it to you."
Everyone: ...Your Majesty, this is becoming increasingly incomprehensible.
Mo Xiaotong lowered his head, took the imperial edict with both hands, and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, I will go through fire and water without hesitation."
"Okay, sit down and eat slowly."
Noticing those inquiring gazes, Mo Xiaotong was about to cry. He picked up his chopsticks and started eating to hide his inner depression. What was going on?
He knew that the fake wanted to harm people. How could wealth and glory be so easy to enjoy? What would he do in the future in the Imperial Hospital? His half-baked medical skills could not cure anyone at all.
He tightened his grip on the imperial edict, feeling uneasy.
After the celebration banquet, the ministers left one after another.
A young eunuch came over and whispered, "Doctor Mo, please come with me. His Majesty is waiting for you."
Mo Xiaotong nodded, stood up and followed behind him. Soon they arrived at the emperor's bedroom. He lowered his head and did not dare to look around, performing the ceremony obediently.
Emperor Gan put down his brush and walked over when he saw someone coming.
Looking down at him condescendingly, "Doctor Mo, I don't understand why I let you stay. You won't curse me in your heart and withhold your reward, will you?"
"Your Majesty, I dare not. As long as I can serve Your Majesty, it doesn't matter where I am."
"Haha, I have other reasons for keeping you in the palace. As long as you work hard, you can have whatever you want, even concubines and princesses in the harem."
Mo Xiaotong raised his head, looking surprised: "Your Majesty, what do you want me to do?"
Emperor Gan smiled mysteriously, lowered his eyes and whispered, "Don't worry, wait until my prince is born, and you will naturally know what to do. Before that, wait for someone."
"Waiting for someone?"
"Well, that person will be here soon. You can make medicine together in the future. If you need any herbs, go to the Imperial Hospital and get them."
When Mo Xiaotong heard this, he became even more confused.
"Your Majesty, you mean that I don't have to go to the Imperial Hospital on weekdays, right? Then where do I live on weekdays?"
Emperor Gan raised his lips slightly and said calmly, "Living in the Immortal Palace, you can have everything you want. The only thing you need to do is to research elixirs and make a longevity elixir for me."
"Of course, I'll tell you what I need to do in the future."
Looking at Jinzhong who was standing aside, he said, "Go and see if he has finished his work. He should come over earlier."
Jinzhong bent over and walked out.
There were only two people in the hall in an instant. The emperor continued to review memorials. Mo Xiaotong was a little restless and didn't dare to look around.
The young general said that there are shadow guards hiding in the dark corners of the emperor's bedroom and the government hall. You will be killed if you are not careful. Don't look around. It is safest to keep your head down.
As he sat there, he felt a little sleepy and his head nodded.
He lost his balance and fell to the ground with a crisp sound. The shadow guard in the dark took a look at the man who had fallen so hard that his mouth twitched violently.
This is the man who cured the plague in southern Xinjiang. How could he be like a fool and dare to fall asleep in front of the emperor?
Mo Xiaotong fell and his mind cleared up instantly. He knelt on the ground and begged for mercy: "Your Majesty, please spare my life. I really am not used to the climate here. I am too sleepy..."
Emperor Gan said gently, "It's alright. I was negligent and forgot that you had traveled all the way to the capital and were still ill."
"Someone, bring a soft couch for Doctor Mo."
"Don't be afraid, my dear. It's normal to feel tired after traveling. I'm not a tyrant, so you can't blame me. Just take a nap if you're tired."
Mo Xiaotong thought that this emperor was quite easy to talk to and not as scary as the young general said, but he still had to be careful.
He shook his head like a rattle: "No, no, I was disrespectful first. I disturbed Your Majesty while he was reviewing memorials. I know I was wrong!"
Emperor Gan chuckled: "Hey, Doctor Mo is good in every way, except that he is a little too timid."
"Stand up first, no need to kneel down all the time."
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