Shen Yi Di Nu (873 to 1073) Divine Doctor: Daughter of the First Wife (神医嫡女）

Chapter 1003

Even if You Want to be the Empress, We Will Give it to You

The imperial physicians also felt bitter. The Emperor was already at this age. Even if he was usually in good health, his body could not endure this sort of thing; moreover, he was not in good health.

Who knew if this old ruler really was deeply in love with Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu, or if Imperial Concubine Yun holding out on him for over 20 years had done some damage to him. Once he regained his taste for women, it could no longer be reined in. Not only did he go at it every night, but he would do it every night until the sun came up. There would even be times when he would not attend morning court, and this incited cries of discontent from the officials.

The imperial physicians had advised him countless times, but who could possibly advise the Emperor given his temper? Shooting a glare, who cared what anyone said or did, either way, he would not listen. In addition to this, although he had been copulating with Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu every night, there seemed to be no problems with his health. Aside from occasionally being exhausted and not wanting to attend court, he continued to be in good spirits.

The Emperor would not listen to any advice, and there was nothing else the imperial physicians could do. Zhang Yuan was worried and would have two imperial physicians stationed outside Zhao He Hall. If something did end up happening to the Emperor, it would be convenient to take care of it urgently. Thus the imperial physicians stayed up through the night with the palace servants. Hearing the sounds that came from inside the room, they were left feeling flustered.

Following Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu’s reinstatement, the favor that she enjoyed never stopped. Aside from attending court, the Emperor spent all of his remaining time with Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu. Even when reading reports, Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu would accompany him and provide him with tea. When she got even a little further away, the Emperor would call her back. It was such that Zhang Yuan was even chased out of the hall. Even he could not get close to the Emperor.

The eighth prince, Xuan Tianmo, would enter the palace every day, and the three of them would often be heard chatting or laughing in Zhao He Hall or Heavenly Hall. The sound of this caused the palace servants to feel in a trance. They felt a little dazed. They felt that the people inside were so joyous that they thought that the Emperor had wasted his time with coveting Imperial Concubine Yun for the past 20 years. If they could have enjoyed such joyous days sooner, the old ruler’s health would be a little better.

Speaking of, Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu’s concern for the Emperor was meticulous. The Emperor liked eating meat, and Imperial Concubine Yun would limit his meat consumption. He was never able to eat it, and he would only be able to secretly sneak a few bites, but Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu did not limit him. He could eat anything that he wanted to eat. Not to mention meat, but even wine was present for every meal. The eighth prince would frequently accompany the Emperor and drink with him. Father and son got a little bit closer through drinking together.

The Emperor gave Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu gifts every day, and chests filled with nice things were carried into Cun Shan Palace. He also promised Imperial Concubine Yuan Shu: “When the new year comes, you will be promoted to the position of noble imperial concubine, and Zhang Ning Palace will be given to you to live in. How could Imperial Concubine Li be worthy of such a nice palace? In this palace, aside from the central Jing Ci Palace, all of the best things must be given to you, my dear imperial concubine.” After saying this, he drank some wine and continued: “As We see it, even Jing Ci Palace should be given to you. It’s just that moving the empress will disrupt the country itself. This matter must be handled slowly. If dear imperial concubine wants to be the empress, We will definitely think of a way to make it happen for you.”