Blossom in Adversity

C174. Leaving Behind an Edict.

Chapter 174 Leaving Behind an Edict

No matter how significant the event, time would eventually diminish its importance.

After the rivers of blood had been cleaned up, all that remained was a dark red stain. The temporary regent of the Seven Stars Bureau wasted no time in holding the court accountable for various matters. Officials were demoted, dismissed, or punished, and vacant positions were quickly filled.

Now, the civil and military officials in the court had no time to think about the allocation of those positions. Their main concern now was how to secure their own positions.

However, after a few days, they realized the difference between the leader of the Seven Stars Bureau and the emperor. The emperor was easily swayed, a few words from senior officials or pleas from consorts in the harem could resolve major issues and trivialize minor ones. There were always connections to rely on, such as the prince, princesses, and other members of the royal family or respected elders in the palace.

But the leader of the Seven Stars Bureau stood alone, without even the knowledge of who was behind the mask. How could they find connections?

Even the Seven Stars Bureau leader, who dared to clash with the prince, left them hesitant to act rashly, fearing that they might not find any connections and end up offending a powerful figure.

Everyone was on edge.

The efficiency of governance, the clarity of regulations, and the cleanliness of customs throughout the court reached the peak of the Grand Daqing Dynasty.

The emperor observed the changes in the court with a complex and indescribable mood. He decided to take a hands-off approach and focus on recuperating, knowing that he had a capable nephew who could handle any challenges, especially after Master Yu, Shao Yao's mentor, arrived. A simple statement from him about the need for rest allowed him to avoid attending even the Haoyue Palace

The door to the imperial study was tightly closed, and three individuals sat facing each other while Lai Fu stood guard outside.

Old Master Yu had stubble on his face, and his clothes were stained with green and white medicinal marks. Being unfamiliar with social formalities, he hadn't thought to change his attire before meeting the emperor. However, the medicinal scent emanating from him and his youthful face with white hair easily evoked a sense of goodwill in others.

"Don't look at me like that. I'm just a physician, not a deity with miraculous medicines," Old Master Yu remarked casually, accustomed to this kind of banter with Shao Yao over the years.

Nodding, Gu Yanxi said, "I'm not proficient in medical skills. Please think of as many solutions as you can, Master."

Old Master Yu's eyes lit up as he spoke in a more offbeat tone, "Actually, it's not bad if you take that position."

"What's good about it?" Shao Yao glanced at the continuous stream of memorials on the desk, "What's good about it? Everyone is worried and resentful, wishing for an early death. No one can sleep peacefully, they are all shortening their lives."

Old Master Yu sighed silently to himself. If the emperor hadn't trusted him so much and if the emperor didn't know that he had no ulterior motives, he wouldn't have been entrusted with this matter.

"Shao Yao has learned seventy percent of my medical skills. Her diagnoses are correct. That Golden Elixir is too domineering, already affecting the lifespan. The toxins accumulated in the body from previous consumption are still present and continue to affect the body. Shao Yao has tried all the methods she knows, none of which were incorrect, but she still can't purge the toxicity."