The Daily Life of a Down-on-Hard-Life Medicine Girl Supporting Her Family

Chapter 278

A group of imperial physicians and three folk doctors took the Crown Princess's pulse together!
Upon hearing this news, the court officials' minds began to race: Could it be that the Crown Princess has contracted some terminal illness?

In the Eastern Palace, the Empress had everyone display the conclusions they had written down.

"Open it together and let me see."

She wanted to see what was going on.

"The pulse is slippery; the condition is still shallow. We will examine it again in half a month."

The three folk doctors all wrote the same thing.

"Pregnancy pulse".

"Pregnancy pulse"

"Pregnancy pulse"

……

Upon seeing the two words written by the imperial physician, the Empress refused to believe a single one of them.

They're just opportunistic, convinced they're setting a trap to achieve their own ends.

"Dr. Yu, Dr. Qian, Dr. Guan, are you sure?"

"Your Majesty, this humble servant confirms that her pulse is indeed slippery. However, she is still young, so the Crown Princess should pay attention to her diet, and also avoid overexertion and emotional distress..."

In short, we must not go to mourn anymore!
"Who are the three doctors' teachers? Their medical skills are so superb!"

"Your Majesty, my ancestors were doctors. Later, I received guidance from Physician Xiao. My medical skills may not be considered superb, but I never dare to be careless. When it comes to human lives, I must be careful."

"Your Majesty, this humble subject was once an apprentice of Physician Xiao..."

Doctor Yu and Doctor Guan were cursing him in their hearts as they looked at him: You old Qian, you actually played such a dirty trick! He directly became a disciple of Physician Xiao, especially Doctor Guan, who didn't know how to report back to the Empress.

However, speaking up for Physician Xiao was an unspoken agreement among them.

Sure enough, Doctor Guan also mentioned Physician Xiao.

"Yes, I was also thinking that if Imperial Physician Xiao were still alive, we wouldn't have needed to go to such lengths to invite three imperial physicians to the palace," the Empress sighed. "Back when I was pregnant with the Crown Prince, Imperial Physician Xiao diagnosed it with just one pulse..."

These words were a slap in the face to the group of imperial physicians!
However, these imperial physicians dared not utter a single word about it!

Because they actually didn't detect any slippery pulse!
However, wise people should go with the flow. Whether the Crown Princess is truly pregnant or the Empress is setting a trap, they have to follow the trend.

Now, let's talk about Physician Xiao... well, some people have met him, some haven't, but Physician Xiao's story is familiar, after all, it serves as a warning.

The saying "Serving a ruler is like serving a tiger" is not just a few words, but a fact!

With the Empress Dowager and the Emperor recently deceased, and the Crown Princess diagnosed with pregnancy, everyone who received the news had various thoughts.

The crown prince was filled with mixed feelings upon learning the diagnosis.

"Mother, what is your opinion on this matter?"

"If it weren't for Panpan's reminder, this would have been a huge problem."

If the Crown Princess were to conceive a month or two later, it would mean she was pregnant during the mourning period, a stain on the lives of the Crown Prince, the Crown Princess, and even the child. If it were a boy, he would be deemed unfit to shoulder the great responsibility and inherit the throne.

The Empress was the ultimate victor in the palace intrigue. She had considered every detail thoroughly, which is why she personally oversaw the proceedings and awaited the outcome.

"Your Majesty, I thank you..." The Crown Princess was a kind-hearted person, but after the Empress's reminder, she came to her senses and was quite frightened.

“We were originally one family, Crown Princess. Your task is to protect the child in your womb,” the Empress said. “The inner palace has never been a clean place.”

Even though the Crown Prince only has the Crown Princess, there are many people who don't want this child to be born, and they want to take action regardless of whether it's a boy or a girl.

"Yes, Queen Mother."

The Crown Princess secretly vowed to be careful. The Crown Prince… the harem is a battlefield without gunpowder!

Before the Crown Prince could even process the news of his wife's pregnancy, news arrived from the border via an urgent courier.

"Barbarians are invading, and their advance is fierce!"

Upon seeing this news, the Crown Prince immediately summoned all civil and military officials for a meeting.

Since he had not yet ascended the throne, the court officials shouted "Long live the Emperor!" three times.

Looking at the sea of ​​black heads and the white-clad crowd, the prince was filled with emotion: "How can anyone live a thousand or ten thousand years? Everyone comes into this world for a short time, just passing through. No one can escape death. It's just a matter of what we can do while we're alive!"
He is about to become the ruler of a country, and his task is to protect the land conquered by his ancestors and to ensure that his people can live in peace and prosperity.

Now, the barbarians have attacked, and it is time to test him!
Upon hearing that war had broken out, a group of civil and military officials panicked.

The Ministry of Revenue was the first to panic.

"Your Highness, the late emperor did not wage war for many years. Later, the Third Prince rebelled, and the national treasury was empty. If we were to fight, we would face numerous difficulties!"

The Ministry of War also stated that there was a shortage of troops and that conscription was necessary.

Seeing their anxious and agitated state, the Crown Prince suddenly felt quite sorry for his father: so many people covet this position, and only when you stand here do you realize how much pressure you have to bear!

From then on, he had to deal with these people's panic and find solutions from their arguments.

Faced with war, some say to seek peace; some say to fight; and some remain neutral.

"Your Highness, General Xia is currently guarding the border. He rose to fame at a young age and has a distinguished military record. We have a high chance of winning. We must not negotiate peace, as it would only embolden the enemy and diminish our own prestige. That would be unwise."

This statement immediately drew opposition from many court officials.

"Lord Song, do you think fighting a war is just a matter of talking?"

"Yes, Lord Song, the national treasury is empty right now. General Xia is guarding the border, which is hundreds of miles away from the land invaded by the barbarians. Even if he leads thousands of troops there, it will be too late..."

They argued endlessly, each believing they were right.

The crown prince had already been without rest or sleep for several days, and now his headache was even worse.

It seems they've reached a point where they can't continue arguing.

The crown prince didn't want to waste any more time on them.

"Retreat."

He turned and left.

Everyone... What a unique prince!

But is this appropriate?

Shouldn't this be a matter for all the civil and military officials to discuss and decide?

This is irresponsible of him; he disregards the safety of the border!
Even worse, some went to the late emperor's spirit tablet and cried, saying things like, "My heart is as clear as day, my true feelings will never change. I may abandon you, but I will never compromise my principles."

When the crown prince received the news, he sneered: "He really is a loyal subject."

“My son, you are now the Crown Prince and the new Emperor.”

Even if he hasn't ascended the throne yet, he is still a new ruler: "He should not act willfully; he should indeed consult with his court officials when dealing with matters."

"Mother, they've been arguing like this for three days and three nights without reaching a conclusion," the Crown Prince said. "Why don't I call them over one by one to discuss it?"

"Very well, you have your own ideas." The Empress said, "The inner palace must not interfere in politics, and even if the Empress Dowager is anxious, she cannot help."

“Brother Crown Prince, there’s no need to rush.” Panpan said while drinking her milk, “Father has already made preparations. If you delay for a few more days, good news will come.”

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