When he heard about these things, he felt like tearing them to pieces. His precious daughter, whom he cherished and protected with utmost care, had been abused like this.
Even though they were dead, it still couldn't quell the hatred in his heart.
No wonder Yan'er is so aloof and indifferent to everything.
Therefore, he wanted to make up for the debts he had owed over the past ten years and wanted to give Yan'er the best of everything.
Although these things cannot erase the harm Yan'er suffered, at least Yan'er should be able to truly experience the feeling of home.
From now on, she will have someone backing her up, and she can be fearless.
Touching the luxurious fur coat that felt wonderful to the touch, Ruan Xiyan smiled and said, "Thank you, Father Emperor."
"Silly child, we're all family, why be so polite?" Ling Yunchen said with loving eyes.
"Cough cough cough!" Ling Yunchen suddenly put his hand to his lips and coughed violently a few times.
"Father, are you alright?" Ruan Xiyan walked behind him and helped him catch his breath.
"It's nothing, just old ailments, chronic illnesses. The doctor has been treating them, so Yan'er doesn't need to worry," Ling Yunchen said, waving his hand.
Ruan Xiyan sat beside him and took his pulse.
Ling Yunchen exclaimed in surprise, "Yan'er, you also know medicine?"
Ruan Xiyan nodded, "When you travel on the mainland, you'll learn some practical skills like medicine and alchemy."
"Father, were you injured before?" Ruan Xiyan asked.
"The wounds I sustained during the rebellion in the capital, and the subsequent disappearances of your mother and you, caused me great distress and prevented the wounds from healing for a long time."
It's no wonder that no doctor can cure this chronic illness that's been lingering for over a decade, coupled with the added burden of mental distress.
"Father, don't worry, I will cure you." Ruan Xiyan had a general understanding of his condition, but she was still missing a few medicinal herbs.
"I believe in Yan'er," Ling Yunchen said gently.
The more sensible Yan'er was, the more his heart ached for her.
After leaving Yong'an Palace, Ruan Xiyan went straight to the Imperial Pharmacy in the palace.
The guards at the entrance saw Ruan Xiyan arrive and immediately bowed respectfully, "Greetings, Your Highness."
Although the grand banquet to welcome the princess's return has not yet been held, the entire palace already knows that the princess, who has been away for many years, has returned.
His Majesty and the three princes attach great importance to this little princess.
All sorts of wonderful things were continuously sent to Princess Xiyan Palace.
Despite his busy schedule, His Highness still personally oversaw every detail of the grand banquet.
All of this is a declaration to the world how highly regarded this only princess of the Yunli Empire is.
"I want to go in and get some medicinal herbs," Ruan Xiyan said.
"His Majesty and the Crown Prince have given instructions that Your Highness may freely enter and exit any part of the Imperial Palace. Please, Your Highness." The guard respectfully unlocked the door.
Ruan Xiyan entered the Imperial Pharmacy and was immediately attracted by the dazzling array of medicinal herbs.
As an alchemist, my favorite thing is the medicinal materials used in making various medicines.
"As expected of an empire, they even have some rare medicinal herbs that I've only ever seen in ancient books." Ruan Xiyan's eyes lit up.
"It's more important to take care of business first." Ruan Xiyan restrained herself and withdrew her gaze, selecting the medicinal herbs she needed.
After making her way around, Ruan Xiyan had gained a lot.
She found twelve of the eighteen medicinal herbs she needed here, and she had five more in her space.
Now all that's missing is the last ingredient, Phoenix Dew.
Phoenix Dew is a special medicinal ingredient, formed from the condensed dew collected from the branches and leaves of an ancient tree.
This ancient tree only grows in the mysterious Ancient Demon Forest, and she happens to know where the Ancient Demon Forest is.
It seems I'll have to leave the Imperial City and return to the Illusionary Beauty Pavilion...
Inside the room.
"Sister, are you leaving?" Ling Haoyang frowned slightly upon hearing this.
"Brother, I have some things to take care of. I promised to cure Father's old illness, but we are still missing one ingredient, which I need to go and get myself."
"I've asked my elder brother to help me out with things so that he won't worry and his condition might worsen if he finds out."
“I’ll go with you,” Ling Haoyang said.
"Brother is busy with state affairs, I can go by myself."
“National affairs are important, but my sister is equally important.” Ling Haoyang said firmly. “Or you can take a guard with you. I’m worried about you going alone.”
“I come and go in a hurry, and I’ll be back soon. Besides, I’ve always been on my own before, and there haven’t been any major problems.”
“My elder brother should know my strength very well, so you can rest assured. I remember there are still seven days before the grand feast, and I promise to be back before then.”
Ruan Xiyan had to persuade Ling Haoyang to allow her to go alone.
Ling Haoyang watched Ruan Xiyan's departing figure and stood there muttering to himself.
"How could I not worry? You used to be alone, but now you have an older brother. Why don't you try to rely on him instead of trying to handle things on your own?"
However, he wouldn't interfere with his sister's decisions; as long as she was happy, that was all that mattered.
Although she was his sister, she was first and foremost a free person, and he respected everything about her.
On Guixu Cliff, hidden by layers of trees, a magnificent palace is faintly visible.
The terrain here is complex, easy to defend and difficult to attack, which is exactly where the Illusionary Beauty Pavilion is located.
As soon as Ruan Xiyan stepped into the woods, two figures leaped towards her from a distance.
He knelt on one knee before her, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Your subordinate respectfully welcomes Your Majesty."
"Get up."
Ruan Xiyan led the way into the pavilion, followed by two women dressed in different styles.
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