Chapter 392: Alone

The emperor drank the medicine and was drowsy.

When Queen Wei came in wearing a red dress, the emperor's sleepiness disappeared immediately and he was shocked: "Why are you here again instead of resting in Lingbo Palace?"

Queen Wei leaned over to tuck the corners of the quilt for the emperor and smiled at him: "Today is a good day for me, I want to stay with you."

The emperor's heart softened, his eyes softened, and he sighed: "I really wronged you. Tonight, I should have gone to Lingbo Palace to accompany you."

"Your Majesty can't go, and it's the same if I come." Queen Wei's smile is always so gentle.

The emperor was moved and warm in his heart, and he stretched out his hand and held Queen Wei's hand with difficulty: "Okay, then I will accompany my queen in Zichen Palace."

Queen Wei sat by the bed as usual and chatted with the emperor.

The maids and eunuchs who were serving on the side were signaled to retreat by the tactful eunuch Ding.

The emperor's condition requires long-term rest, and several imperial doctors take turns to be on duty. Tonight, it was Wei Yan's turn. Wei Yan quietly left the bedroom. Before leaving, he quickly glanced at Ling Jingshu.

Ling Jingshu hesitated for a moment and quietly left.

…

After the emperor fell ill this time, he particularly disliked noise. Therefore, no one in the Purple Palace dared to make a sound. It was dark at this time, and it was even more silent.

Wei Yan stood under the eaves of the corridor. When he heard the familiar soft footsteps behind him, the corners of Wei Yan's lips rose. He turned around pretending not to notice, and then greeted with a look of "surprise": "It turned out to be Ling, the female official."

His surprised expression was really realistic. From a distance, there was no flaw.

Only she, who was close at hand, could see the smile in his eyes.

Ling Jingshu couldn't help but curl her lips: "I felt a little depressed staying in the palace, so I came out for a walk casually. I didn't expect to meet Doctor Wei here."

The two pretended to greet each other, and didn't dare to get too close to avoid suspicion. The two of them maintained a distance of about three meters.

The eunuchs passing by looked curiously, and when they saw that it was Wei Yan and Ling Jingshu, they did not look around suspiciously, and left quickly.

Wei Yan and Ling Jingshu breathed a sigh of relief and smiled at each other.

"Ashu, I am really happy today." Wei Yan lowered his voice, his eyes flashing with joy: "Sister has been suffering in the palace for so many years, and now she has finally come to an end."

For a concubine who is in the harem and will never leave the palace in her lifetime, this is the best ending.

Ling Jingshu also relaxed her brows: "Yes! We are all happy for the queen!"

From now on, no one in the harem dares to say a word about Queen Wei's humbleness, and no one dares to look down on Lingbo Palace. Even if the emperor does not live for a few years, and the prince inherits the throne and becomes the new emperor, Queen Wei can enjoy the glory as the queen mother.

The smile in Wei Yan's eyes deepened, and he said implicitly: "I can leave the capital with peace of mind in the future."

He had long been tired of the open and secret struggles in the palace, and tired of the intrigues in the Imperial Hospital. The elder sister who was worried about him was now the queen of the six palaces, and no one dared to insult her.

In the future, he had no more worries in his heart.

He could fulfill his wish and take her away.

Under the eaves of the corridor hung exquisite octagonal palace lanterns, emitting warm and soft light.

Ling Jingshu's pretty face was shrouded in soft light, which was more gentle and beautiful than usual. Her smooth and jade-like cheeks were flushed with a hint of intoxicating blush.

The two looked at each other silently for a moment, and affection flowed quietly in each other's eyes.

If this goes on, I'm afraid it will fall into the eyes of those who are interested and cause rumors.

Wei Yan forced himself to look away slightly, and whispered regretfully and helplessly: "Ashu, we have been out for a while. It's time to go back."

Ling Jingshu hummed softly.

The two of them, one is the emperor's full-time doctor, and the other is the confidant of the queen, and they have no time to rest. It is extremely rare to be alone at this moment.

You can't be greedy and expect more!

Of course, the two can't go back together. Ling Jingshu turned around first and was about to leave when Wei Yan's whisper suddenly sounded behind her: "Wait, I have something else to ask you."

Ling Jingshu was slightly startled and turned back: "What is it?"

Wei Yan coughed: "It's not a big deal. It was about a month ago, the day when the emperor just woke up. The prince and the emperor's grandson came to visit the emperor. When they left, the emperor's grandson paused beside you for a moment and seemed to say something to you..."

This question has been suppressed for a month, and there has been no chance to ask her alone.

Ling Jingshu laughed dumbly: "This little thing, you still remember it."

Men are really petty, and they pretend to be generous and don't care.

Wei Yan was scolded, and the last trace of guilt in his heart disappeared. He responded without blushing and heartbeat: "I am concerned about your every word and action."

How dare he say it out loud!

Ling Jingshu couldn't help but curl her lips: "This is a long story. It can't be explained in a short time. When I have time in the future, I will tell you in detail."

This time and place are indeed not suitable for a long talk.

Wei Yan nodded with some regret and helplessness, and the trace of resentment in his eyes was just right.

Ling Jingshu knew that he was pretending to be pitiful, but her heart softened and she said softly: "What do I feel, don't you know? Why are you so worried about gains and losses?"

The person I like has always been only you!

No matter how noble and good the status of the Crown Prince is, it has nothing to do with me.

The jealousy that Wei Yan had been feeling these days quickly melted away in these two short sentences. It was as sweet as drinking honey.

After Ling Jingshu turned and left, Wei Yan deliberately waited for a while before entering the bedroom slowly.

…

Empress Wei still stayed in the Purple Palace every day, insisting on taking care of the emperor's food, clothing and daily life in person.

In the blink of an eye, another two months passed.

The emperor could only eat some porridge and soup, but now his appetite has improved a little and he can eat food. Occasionally, when he is in a good mood, he will ask someone to help him sit on the bed for a while.

Although the symptoms of the stroke have not been alleviated, his spirit has recovered a lot. It is also really gratifying.

The concubines in the harem could not stay any longer, and they came to the Purple Palace to visit the emperor and to meet Queen Wei. Unfortunately, they were all stopped by Eunuch Ding without exception.

"The emperor is not feeling well and needs to rest. It is not appropriate to make noises. I will report the wishes of the ladies to the emperor on their behalf."

Eunuch Ding smiled, but his attitude was very clear.

The beautiful and charming concubines came with excitement, but left disappointed.

Eunuch Ding looked at the graceful and charming figures of the ladies, snorted, and his eyes flashed with contempt.