Chapter 263 Another Contribution
During this period, Fang had trouble eating or sleeping, and became increasingly thin and haggard.
When Lu Guanxuan saw her, he looked distressed.
"Madam has suffered."
There were tears in Fang's eyes and her face was full of remorse.
"I was foolish and made mistakes before, so Master, it's only right that I receive a small punishment or a severe warning. I've been reflecting on my mistakes daily and have come to realize my faults. Master, I'm grateful that you're willing to give me a chance to mend my ways. I will take your lesson to heart and take care of your affairs with peace of mind, becoming your true and virtuous wife."
Lu Guanxuan held her hand and said a lot of heartfelt words before leaving.
As soon as he left, the touch of emotion on Fang's face instantly faded, replaced by an undisguised disgust.
A selfish and hypocritical man really thinks that if he pretends to act in front of her, she will be open and honest with him. Has he forgotten how he treated her?
Lu Guanxuan left Zhichun Garden with a changed expression on his face.
He already hated Fang to the extreme, but due to the situation, he had to be humble to her. One can imagine how frustrated he felt.
The couple had long been estranged from each other, each having their own plans.
The Xuanping Marquis Mansion was immersed in joy at this time.
Tomorrow, Chu Yunqing will be carried into Prince Wu's Mansion. This is something that everyone in the mansion hopes and expects. At this time, news has also come out that Taicang Trading Company has committed fraud and fabricated merits, and Lu Zhiran has also been ordered by the emperor to be under house arrest. It can be said to be a double blessing.
After hearing this, Chu Yunqing ate a few more mouthfuls of food.
Jiang was so happy that her face was beaming with joy. The mother and daughter closed the door and talked privately.
"I heard that Prince Jin has also been implicated. This time, Prince Jin might be completely overthrown. Prince Wu will be the most likely to inherit the throne. When that happens, Qing'er, your days of prosperity will begin."
Chu Yunqing's eyes lit up instantly, and his heart was filled with longing for the future.
The mother and daughter imagined a beautiful future together, and then scolded and belittled Lu Zhiran harshly, and only then did they vent their anger.
Afterwards, Jiang taught Jiang Yunqing some lessons about sex. Chu Yunqing was filled with shyness, and when she thought of the handsome King Wu, her heart began to pound wildly.
Previously, Zhao Shuning had given her a secret medicine to help her conceive. As long as she took it in advance and consummated the marriage tomorrow, she would be able to conceive successfully.
However, imagination is beautiful, but reality is cruel.
Chu Yunqing was carried into the palace with great anticipation, but what awaited her was a night alone in an empty room.
Xiao Yanqing stayed overnight at Concubine Li's place.
Concubine Li is Xiao Yanqing's cousin Li Yunshang. She was originally the candidate for the principal wife preferred by Concubine Li, but Lu Shiyin intervened and she could only be a concubine.
The weight of her as a concubine is naturally different from that of Chu Yunqing as a concubine.
Even though Chu Yunqing understood this, he still felt aggrieved and angry.
She thought Xiao Yanqing would come to her room the next day, but he did not stay in the backyard for several days in a row. Chu Yunqing's expectations turned into deeper resentment.
That’s not all, she was also harassed by Lu Shiyin.
Lu Shiyin didn't dare to do anything to Li Yunshang, but she had no scruples towards Chu Yunqing. She used all kinds of overt and covert means, and Chu Yunqing suffered a lot.
Based on her previous temper, she would have been furious a long time ago, but when she thought about the fact that things were different now and this was not the Marquis Xuanping's Mansion, and she would have to live under Lu Shiyin's control in the future, no matter how wronged she felt, she could only swallow it.
At the Lu Mansion, Lu Zhiran stayed indoors and did not go out. After Fang took over the household chores again, her treatment in Yaoguang Pavilion was not affected.
It’s not that Fang didn’t want to, but her hand couldn’t get in.
Lu Zhiran was under house arrest, but her servants were not affected.
In particular, there is a Nanny Gao in Yaoguang Pavilion. She is a person from the palace, and the people in Lu Mansion dare not make things difficult for her no matter what.
Yaoguang Pavilion has its own small kitchen, so Fang Shi has no way to make things difficult for her with regard to food.
Lu Zhiran's house arrest is equivalent to just living her own life behind closed doors.
Yaoguang Pavilion also received gifts every now and then, which were sent by Xiao Baozhu, Ye Hanyi and Xing Chuxue. Since they couldn't come to visit, they could only send generous gifts to express their support.
The gifts given by several people were so grand that everyone in the Lu family couldn't help but think more about it when they saw it.
On the other side of Jing'anju, Fang family also did not get involved at all.
Lu Guanxuan was on guard against her and specially arranged several trusted confidants to take care of Zijuan's daily life.
When Fang learned about this, she sneered.
"A whore's carrying a bastard's child is being treated like an eyeball. I want to see if that whore is lucky enough to give birth to the child smoothly."
Half a month later, news came back from Xiping again.
This time, it's good news.
"The virtues of your holy dynasty reach far beyond the borders; your majesty's benevolence benefits all people. An epidemic broke out on the frontier, terrorizing the military and civilians, and the number of infected people increased day by day. Fortunately, by divine mercy, you commanded the Imperial Hospital to send skilled physicians to provide assistance. Dr. Zhao Shuning, who braved danger and meticulously treated patients, worked alongside other imperial physicians to diagnose and prescribe medicine, saving countless lives. Now the epidemic has dissipated, the sick are gradually recovering, and the military and civilians along the border all praise your majesty's benevolence."
"The Qiangdi tribe, relying on their valor, has repeatedly invaded our borders. Fortunately, thanks to Your Majesty's divine protection, you have sent troops to our aid. The three armies have joined forces and engaged them in a fierce battle. We have beheaded several and captured many, and the bandits have been routed and forced to flee north in panic. Although their advance has been temporarily dampened, I will not slack off. I have deployed scouts far and wide, and am on guard day and night. I will not allow them to invade even an inch of our territory again."
The palace maids read the good news in court, and everyone in the court was excited. Emperor Defeng finally smiled.
Before Lu Zhiran's artillery arrived, Qiang Di had already been repelled. It seemed that those artillery pieces were doomed to be useless.
All the ministers began to flatter the emperor, saying that it was because of the emperor's divine protection that Da Qi was able to successfully overcome this difficult time. The smile on Emperor Defeng's face became even more pronounced.
Someone stepped forward to commend Zhao Shuning.
"Your Majesty, Zhao has once again achieved great merit. She is truly a remarkable woman. She did make mistakes before, but one thing for another, Zhao's meritorious service this time should be commended to encourage doctors throughout the world and further demonstrate Your Majesty's respect for virtue and virtuousness."
As soon as these words were spoken, ministers immediately echoed them.
"I second the motion. Zhao, despite being a woman, has repeatedly achieved remarkable feats, demonstrating her true ability. If the Emperor grants her a special award, it will spread awareness throughout the world that female doctors can also contribute to the nation and society. Doctors everywhere will surely emulate her and contribute to the Emperor's rule."
When Chu Dingfeng heard these words, he couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with emotion.
Zhao Shuning is indeed capable. He brought the epidemic under control so quickly and made great contributions.
This daughter-in-law is very brave. She can scare people to death when she gets into trouble, but she is also capable of making great achievements. Chu Dingfeng doesn't know whether this is a blessing or a curse for his family.
But at least, at this moment, he was happy.
If An'er can make another contribution, it will be icing on the cake and double happiness!
After listening to everyone's words, Emperor Defeng smiled and nodded, "Everyone is right. Zhao has made great contributions this time and deserves a reward. When she returns to the capital with the army, I will personally reward her in person."
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