diskusbooks Chapter 292 Medical Treatment
Chapter 292 Medical Treatment
The more Chu Ci spoke, the paler the Second Prince's face became. The fear in his heart spread like a tide, and his whole body began to tremble uncontrollably.
He was panicked and desperately begged for mercy using body language. He clasped his hands together and bowed continuously, looking extremely embarrassed.
Unfortunately, the Second Prince's credit had already been completely ruined in front of Chu Ci. "Beg me? But if I let you go, you will use your status as a prince to put me to death? Your Highness the Prince of Qi, do you think I'm a fool?"
The second prince looked flustered and shook his head violently like a rattle, indicating that he would definitely not do that.
However, Chu Ci was well aware of the rule that "villains die because they talk too much", so without any hesitation, he quickly took out a pill that melts in the mouth and threw it into the second prince's mouth without saying a word.
Then he said coldly with a frosty face: "Eat it, you will thank me later."
The second prince cursed in his heart: "Thank a ghost!"
But the effect of the medicine Chu Ci prescribed was absolutely powerful. At this moment, the Second Prince only felt dizzy as if his head was spinning, and his consciousness had begun to become blurred.
However, he was unwilling to give in and was filled with resentment, like a trapped beast making its last struggle. He had put in so much effort and had carefully planned for a long time, but his dream of becoming the supreme emperor had not yet come true. He would never give in so easily...
Unfortunately, no matter how unwilling he was, the Second Prince's body gradually lost strength and slowly collapsed.
Fortunately, Chu Ci was prepared. He quickly caught the person and carefully moved him to the bed. Then, he left the Qi Palace like a ghost without anyone noticing.
Early the next morning, when the light of dawn was just breaking, Chu Ci and Fan Jingrui were still deep in their sleep.
At this time, Nanny Zhang came in in a hurry and knocked on the door anxiously. "Princess, it's bad! His Royal Highness the Prince of Qi suddenly had an acute attack and is unconscious. The Emperor has angrily summoned you to the palace to diagnose His Royal Highness the Prince of Qi."
"Me?" Chu Ci had never expected that the task of treating the King of Qi would fall on him.
Chu Ci was surprised, frowning, and asked, "Madam Zhang, can you find out who recommended me?"
Nanny Zhang really didn't expect Chu Ci's first reaction to be not concern for His Royal Highness the Prince of Qi. She felt a little surprised.
But she quickly calmed down and told the truth about what she knew: "It was the former director of the Imperial Hospital, Bai Pu, who recommended you."
Chu Ci finally understood what it meant to shoot oneself in the foot. The feeling was indescribable.
But the eunuchs who were delivering the imperial edict had already arrived at the house, and there was no way to refuse at this moment, so Chu Ci had to respond: "Okay, let the eunuch wait for a moment, I will prepare."
Upon hearing this, Nanny Zhang responded respectfully and turned away.
But as soon as Aunt Zhang left, Fan Jingrui nervously grabbed Chu Ci and anxiously confirmed again: "Madam, you promised that no one would be able to find out!"
Chu Ci understood Fan Jingrui's concerns, smiled slightly, and expressed his guess with a firm look: "Husband, no matter whether this matter can be seen or not, in my judgment, Mr. Bai has absolutely no intention of betraying me."
Fan Jingrui was never a fool. He reacted immediately after hearing what he said. He frowned and said, "Could it be that Mr. Bai is desperate and is trying all kinds of methods to cure his illness?"
"Maybe." Chu Ci nodded slightly, his eyes thoughtful and deep.
Fan Jingrui also understood that behind Chu Ci's unfinished words, perhaps it meant that Mr. Bai's recommendation was just a temporary, expedient way out for Chu Ci.
However, deep down in his heart, he was extremely unwilling to admit this most likely worst outcome, so he could only pretend to be calm and try to make his voice sound steady as he said, "I'll get you the medicine box right away."
Chu Ci knew that Fan Jingrui was just using this method to relieve his inner tension. She was very clear about this and naturally would not refuse.
However, after Fan Jingrui left, Chu Ci's dressing speed became noticeably faster, and his hands moved as fast as the wind.
And taking advantage of this time, she swiftly took out a tray of steaming and fragrant dumplings from the space and started eating.
After eating, he carefully used mouthwash to remove the taste in his mouth, repeating this several times. After making sure there was no odor, he slowly carried the medicine box brought by Fan Jingrui to meet the father-in-law who came to announce the decree.
"I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long." Chu Ci walked forward and gave him a glance without leaving a trace. Nanny Zhang immediately understood what he meant and hurried forward, handing over a purse with intricate patterns and exquisite embroidery with both hands.
The eunuch took the purse, squinted his eyes and looked at it for a while, then weighed it gently. His expression immediately improved a lot, and the corners of his mouth, which were originally tight and expressionless, also had a little smile, and his eyes were more kind. "I think Madam Zhang has told the princess about the situation of His Royal Highness the Prince of Qi. Don't delay, come with us to the palace."
Chu Ci stood up, nodded slightly and said, "Please lead the way, eunuch."
Because this time he was going to treat the King of Qi, he did not go to the Empress Dowager's Palace which Chu Ci was familiar with.
It was Xinxiang Palace where the Queen Mother of Qi lived during her lifetime.
The Queen Mother of the Prince of Qi has been dead for more than ten years.
However, Xinxiang Palace does not show any signs of dilapidation, and still displays its former luxury and refinement everywhere.
And the second prince, the King of Qi, can now be arranged to live here.
It can be seen that the emperor valued his son very much.
With this thought in mind, Chu Ci calmed down slightly and walked in steadily following the young eunuch who was leading the way.
At this time in Xinxiang Palace, the emperor and empress were sitting in the main seats with solemn expressions. The empress was holding a silk handkerchief tightly in her hand, and the emperor had a frown on his face.
The imperial physicians from the Imperial Medical Bureau stood on both sides, each of them looking nervous and anxious, with beads of sweat on their foreheads.
Even the retired former director of the Imperial Hospital, Mr. Bai Pubai, was among them. Although he looked calm, there was a hint of worry in his eyes.
Chu Ci looked around quietly and calmly, taking in the expressions and situations of everyone in the hall, and had a rough idea in his mind.
Then she stepped forward and saluted the emperor gracefully, saying in a clear and respectful voice: "Your Highness, I pay my respects to the Emperor and the Empress."
The emperor was filled with anxiety at the moment and had no time to exchange pleasantries with Chu Ci. He said directly and anxiously, "Don't bother with these empty formalities. Doctor Bai said that your medical skills are very good. Come over quickly and take a look at the second son. What's wrong with him?"
The queen, standing by, saw this and clenched the handkerchief in her hand even tighter, with the veins on the back of her hand faintly visible.