Quick Transmigration: Underdog Turns out to be Untouchable

Chapter 933: Chapter 844: Unyielding Slave

After hastily preparing and decocting the medicine, several Imperial Physicians gathered to study the prescription, their eyes filled with excitement. Although Imperial Physicians are officials, their essence remains that of doctors, and their interest in a good prescription can surpass their desire for official ranks.

With Nangong Shuangshuang’s acupuncture, drinking the medicine, and the slight force Nangong Shuangshuang infused into the Empress, the Empress soon regained consciousness. Several Imperial Physicians hurried forward to take turns in examining the Empress. After the examination, all the Imperial Physicians were astonished.

The Dean of the Imperial Hospital directly knelt before the Emperor, his face filled with uncontainable admiration, ”Emperor, there is good news. The Empress’s vitality has returned; indeed, Lady Nangong’s medical skills are excellent, I can’t wait.”

The Emperor was taken aback by the Dean’s report, followed by booming laughter. His mood suddenly lightened, as he had previously lost hope, already beginning to ponder how to handle the court’s instability after the Empress’s demise.

He was particularly considering the noble families eyeing the position of Empress. Unexpectedly, everything took a dramatic turn; the Empress, declared incurable by all the Imperial Physicians, had been saved.

The Emperor immediately rushed inside, seeing the Empress, who had previously been comatose, now with eyes open, half-leaning against the headboard, sipping the medicinal diet prepared by the Imperial Chef according to Nangong Shuangshuang’s recipe.

The Emperor, once tense, relaxed completely, sitting by the Empress’s side, holding her hand, pressing down to prevent the Empress from trying to rise in greeting.

”There’s no need for formality, Empress, you’ve been so ill, henceforth do not trouble yourself upon seeing me. Though rituals cannot be ignored, they aren’t as important as my Zitong. Seeing you lying here with such a pale complexion, do you know how worried I’ve been?”

The Emperor’s attitude was tender and affectionate, seemingly placing great importance on the Empress, his eyes full of anxiety. No one could have imagined that just earlier, he had been calmly calculating how to deal with various troubles following the Empress’s possible death, even considering candidates for the subsequent Empress.

Though the Empress was unaware of what the Emperor truly thought, she knew his nature, realizing he wouldn’t genuinely care too deeply for her. But it didn’t matter; all she wanted was for the Emperor to give her face and respect her, which was enough.

With a weak smile, the Empress’s voice was soft, ”It’s my fault for making the Emperor worried; I didn’t feel anything myself.

I feel like I’ve just awoken from a long sleep, and I still don’t know what happened. My mind is muddled, and my whole body feels heavy.”

The Emperor did not mention that the Imperial Physicians deemed the Empress beyond saving, fearing it would frighten her. He simply said she was exhausted and would soon recover. He then chatted about trivial matters, feeding her a bowl of porridge himself, and let the pale Empress continue resting.

Seeing the Empress close her eyes and immediately drift into sleep, clearly still weak, the Emperor’s brows furrowed again, looking displeased as he left the Empress’s chamber.

Outside, Lady Jing and Nangong Shuangshuang awaited the Emperor’s questions; this time, the Emperor scrutinized Nangong Shuangshuang carefully, momentarily amazed by her appearance, not expecting such a beauty in his harem!

However, seeing Nangong Shuangshuang’s bureaucratic attire, he knew she had no intentions towards the harem, and he felt neither anger nor any desire to conquer luxuriously. Yet, his interest in Nangong Shuangshuang was genuine, primarily concerning her medical skills.

Such a young girl, yet able to surpass numerous Imperial Physicians, was beyond being a medical prodigy since these Imperial Physicians were also medical prodigies. Such a talent could only be described as a demon.

The Emperor observed Nangong Shuangshuang for a while and said to Lady Jing, ”Truly, one cannot judge by appearances. Such a beautiful, young girl, yet possesses such remarkable medical skills; your one kind act has brought you a precious treasure.”

Lady Jing smiled faintly, ”Indeed, I feel very fortunate. When I lost my child, had it not been for Shuangshuang’s prompt treatment, I don’t know what might have become of me.”

The Emperor, again scrutinizing Nangong Shuangshuang with satisfaction, said, ”You did well; should the Empress’s future health be entrusted to you, would you dare to take on the responsibility?”

Though the Emperor’s tone was inquisitive, it was essentially a decision, leaving Nangong Shuangshuang with no room to refuse. She had no intentions to refuse and immediately bowed, ”I shall exert my utmost efforts to ensure the Empress’s full recovery; please rest assured, Emperor.”

Seeing Nangong Shuangshuang not declining, the Emperor was even more pleased, suddenly recalling the Empress’s severe illness; he couldn’t resist asking Nangong Shuangshuang, ”What caused the Empress’s sudden severe illness this time?”

Nangong Shuangshuang did not use complex language to answer but replied directly, ”Emperor, the Empress’s illness is congenital, resulting in physical weakness from birth. However, over the years, with the Emperor’s care and without ever being overworked, the Empress’s health, although frail, remained stable.

This time, the Empress was severely exhausted, triggering underlying conditions, which suddenly worsened the Empress’s illness. Although I have stimulated her vitality, she still needs careful recuperation and must not endure such fatigue in the future.”

The Emperor, upon hearing Nangong Shuangshuang’s words, didn’t speak for a while, eyes half-lowered, sitting impassively with unpredictable emotions, the silent atmosphere slightly unnerving Lady Jing. Nangong Shuangshuang, however, remained calmly waiting for the Emperor’s response.

After a moment’s contemplation, the Emperor instructed Lady Jing and Nangong Shuangshuang to take good care of the Empress before rising and departing.

Earlier, Lady Jing, to demonstrate closeness to the Empress, had indicated she would stay to care for the Empress. Nangong Shuangshuang was to remain in Fengchen Palace, available to treat and adjust the Empress’s health until she was thoroughly stabilized, after which they would leave Fengchen Palace together with Lady Jing.

After the Emperor departed, the Imperial Physicians swarmed over with astonishing humility, eager to discuss the prescription Nangong Shuangshuang had drafted for the Empress, along with the prior acupuncture. The senior Imperial Physicians were indeed committed to their craft, completely unbothered to adopt a disciple-like humility towards Nangong Shuangshuang.

Nangong Shuangshuang was willing to impart her medical knowledge, thoroughly explaining to the Imperial Physicians how she performed acupuncture and formulated prescriptions.

After leaving Fengchen Palace, the Emperor didn’t ride the Imperial Carriage but strode ahead, with Song Lin following with small cautious steps, fully aware of the Emperor’s anger and thus daring not to utter a word.