kvmb Chapter 470
Chapter 470
As night fell and the city lights began to twinkle, Ye Jiuchen paced back and forth in his residence, his expression grave. Recently, he had made inquiries everywhere and finally learned that the Emperor was suffering from a chronic illness. Despite the best efforts of the many imperial physicians, they had been unable to cure it. This ailment, like a ghost, tormented the Emperor, causing him immense suffering, and its prolonged incurability filled the entire palace with a suffocating atmosphere.
Upon hearing this, Ye Jiuchen's heart skipped a beat. Her image instantly flashed into his mind; her medical skills were superb, and her reputation was widespread. Perhaps only she possessed a sliver of hope to cure the emperor's illness. If she succeeded, perhaps she could use this as an opportunity to change the emperor's mind about the arranged marriage, sparing them from being forced apart.
Thinking of this, Ye Jiuchen immediately went to find her. Upon seeing her, he poured out his heart to her. Hearing this, she frowned slightly, her heart filled with worry. Treating the emperor was a crime punishable by the execution of her entire family, but seeing Ye Jiuchen's anxious yet expectant eyes, she gritted her teeth and decided to take the risk.
The two had meticulously prepared for several days, consulting ancient texts and gathering medicinal herbs. Once everything was ready, Ye Jiuchen led her to the palace to meet the emperor. Stepping into the majestic palace, resplendent yet solemn, she felt a little nervous but remained calm. Upon seeing the emperor, she gracefully bowed and performed the grand ceremony, then began to carefully examine him. She gently placed her hand on the emperor's wrist, feeling the subtle changes in his pulse, and attentively observed his complexion. After her examination, she had a general understanding. It turned out that the emperor's chronic illness stemmed from an old wound sustained during his early military campaigns. Years of overwork, coupled with the anxieties caused by the complexities of court affairs, had led to a relapse and worsening of his condition.
She calmly and clearly explained the illness to the emperor, then prescribed a medicine, detailing its usage and contraindications. The emperor looked at the young woman before him, his eyes filled with skepticism. But with the imperial physicians helpless, he had no other choice but to give it a try and order the medicine to be prepared according to the prescription.
A few days later, a miracle occurred. The emperor's condition improved significantly, and his spirits gradually returned. The emperor was overjoyed, praising her medical skills highly, and immediately issued an edict to reward her handsomely—a thousand taels of gold, a hundred bolts of silk, and various rare treasures were continuously sent to her. Seeing that the time was right, Ye Jiuchen cautiously mentioned the arranged marriage to the emperor, expressing her thoughts tactfully and sincerely, hoping the emperor would reconsider. The emperor, mindful that she had cured his illness and was not an unreasonable person, said he would consider it further.
However, just when they thought things had taken a turn for the better and felt a little relieved, news suddenly spread from the palace that a minister had impeached her. In his memorial, the minister claimed that she was just a woman, highly skilled in medicine but of lowly status, and that treating the emperor might indicate ulterior motives. His words were harsh, as if she had committed an unforgivable crime. Upon hearing this, the emperor's attitude wavered again, and his doubts resurfaced.
Ye Jiuchen was frantic with worry, running around the vast capital city. He visited court officials, trying to explain the truth and clear her name; he also sought out powerful figures who were on his side, hoping they could put in a good word for her before the emperor. She, too, did not sit idly by. Relying on the wisdom and connections she had accumulated over years of medical practice, she gathered evidence from all sides, determined to prove her innocence.
Just as the two sides were deadlocked, a mysterious old man suddenly appeared in the palace. He was white-haired but vigorous, claiming to be a reclusive master of medicine who had come to help after hearing of the matter. The old man carefully examined the evidence she had collected and re-diagnosed the emperor's illness. Using his unique diagnostic methods, he meticulously considered the case and then confirmed to the emperor the excellence of her medical skills and her integrity. Hearing the mysterious old man's words, the emperor's doubts gradually dissipated. He re-examined the memorials impeaching her and found many far-fetched and baseless accusations. The emperor was already grateful to her for curing his illness, and now, with the confirmation of her abilities and character from the master physician, he decided to no longer believe the unfounded accusations.
The Emperor immediately issued an edict rejecting the impeachment memorial and reaffirming his rewards to her. Meanwhile, he had a new idea regarding the arranged marriage with Ye Jiuchen. Looking at Ye Jiuchen and her, he thought to himself, the two were a perfect match, and with her superb medical skills, it would be wonderful for her to become a daughter-in-law of the Ye family. Therefore, the Emperor summoned Ye Jiuchen and her again, smiling, and said, "I think you two are well-matched. The marriage is settled. Don't refuse anymore." Ye Jiuchen and she hadn't expected the Emperor's attitude to change so quickly, but they couldn't refuse now. They could only thank the Emperor and accept the decree.
Back at the Ye family mansion, preparations for the wedding began in earnest. Although she still felt some trepidation, the thought of Ye Jiuchen's feelings for her gradually calmed her down. However, the matter did not end there. It turned out that the minister who impeached her was acting on the orders of a rival force to Ye Jiuchen's family, attempting to sabotage their plan to change the arranged marriage. Upon learning the truth, the Emperor was furious, his wrath shaking the court, and he severely punished the minister and his backers. At the same time, the Emperor's appreciation for her grew even stronger. He not only dispelled his previous doubts but also decided to rescind the decree of marriage and invited her to remain in the palace as a physician, specifically to treat members of the royal family.
Ye Jiuchen and she were overjoyed, and she gladly accepted the emperor's invitation. From then on, she established herself in the palace with her superb medical skills, busying herself every day treating the royal family members. Ye Jiuchen also frequently visited the palace to see her, and the two would stroll and talk in the palace gardens and corridors, their feelings growing deeper with each visit.
In the end, the truth came to light, and the ministers who impeached her received their due punishment. The emperor was moved by her resilience and wisdom, not only canceling the arranged marriage but also appointing her as a court physician, specifically to treat the royal family. Ye Jiuchen and she exchanged a smile, their hearts finally at ease.
A few days later, a miracle occurred again, and the emperor's condition showed a significant improvement. The emperor was overjoyed, praising her medical skills highly and bestowing upon her many gold and silver jewels. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Ye Jiuchen brought up the matter of the arranged marriage to the emperor, expressing their mutual affection and unwillingness to be separated. Considering that she had cured his intractable illness, the emperor ultimately withdrew his decree of marriage. The two smiled at each other, finally relieved of the great weight on their hearts.
After entering the palace, she carefully diagnosed the emperor and prescribed several unique remedies. After taking them, the emperor's condition improved significantly. The emperor was overjoyed and praised her medical skills highly. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Ye Jiuchen brought up the matter of the arranged marriage again, expressing that she was the only one in his heart and that he wished to spend his life with her. Seeing his gradually recovering body and moved by Ye Jiuchen's deep affection, the emperor ultimately withdrew his decree of marriage.
When the news reached the Prince's Palace, she was overjoyed and embraced Ye Jiuchen tightly. From then on, the two had no more worries and continued their happy life in the Prince's Palace. Her medical skills, along with this beautiful story, spread throughout the wider world and became a legendary tale that people talked about with great interest.
Ye Jiuchen and she held a grand wedding. At the wedding, amidst the blessings of everyone, they made a lifelong promise. From then on, they lived a happy and fulfilling life in the royal palace, and her medical skills became widely known among the people, becoming a legendary tale.
After returning to the Prince's residence, Ye Jiuchen went to the palace again, pleading with the Emperor for more time to consider the marriage, citing the need for his assistance in the border war. He spoke sincerely to the Emperor, explaining in detail the current situation on the border and his own concerns. After careful consideration, the Emperor finally agreed to postpone the marriage decree. Ye Jiuchen breathed a sigh of relief, returned to the Prince's residence, and embraced her, determined to face the future together.
But the Emperor's will was hard to defy, and he was caught in a dilemma. After learning of this, she outwardly pretended not to care, comforting Ye Jiuchen that he should prioritize the greater good. But in the quiet of the night, she secretly shed tears. She sat alone by the window, gazing at the bright moon outside, tears silently streaming down her face. Ye Jiuchen noticed her sorrow and secretly devised a solution.
He inquired everywhere, searching for a way to change the emperor's mind. Finally, he confessed his feelings to the emperor, vowing to marry only her for life. Before the emperor, he recounted their cherished memories, and the emperor, moved by his deep affection and admiring her performance on the battlefield, ultimately withdrew his decree of marriage. Ye Jiuchen was overjoyed and immediately returned to the palace to tell her the good news. She smiled through her tears and threw herself into Ye Jiuchen's arms. From then on, they lived a sweet life in the palace. She continued to use her medical skills to help others, while Ye Jiuchen protected her, and their love grew stronger with time.
Back at the palace, Ye Jiuchen formally confessed his feelings to her, proposing to marry her as his princess. Looking at her, his eyes filled with love, he said, "I want to make you the happiest woman in the world." She blushed and agreed. On their wedding day, the palace was brightly decorated and bustling with activity. Red silk ribbons adorned every corner of the palace, and guests offered their blessings. Ye Jiuchen took her hand, walked her down the red carpet, and they were married. From then on, the two lived happily ever after in the palace. She used her medical skills to help many people, while Ye Jiuchen protected the country and its people. They supported each other, creating a beautiful love story.
The truth came to light, and everyone felt deeply ashamed of themselves. Those soldiers who had doubted her came before her to apologize. She didn't hold it against them, but instead devoted herself even more diligently to treating them. She smiled and comforted them, telling them not to worry. Through her and Ye Jiuchen's combined efforts, the war was ultimately won.
On the day of their triumphant return, the Emperor personally greeted them, greatly praising Ye Jiuchen's military achievements and commending her medical skills and loyalty. Looking at her, the Emperor's eyes were full of admiration: "You are a heroine, having rendered great service to the country." Back at the Prince's residence, Ye Jiuchen formally took her as his concubine. Afterwards, the two...