The Virtuous Concubine

When Concubine Wei heard what she said, she couldn't hold back her tears, and they fell down in big drops, which made Cuixiu feel distressed and anxious. It was natural to feel distressed, as she was not made of stone. Concubine Wei was soft-hearted and had nothing to say to her servants. Besides, who wouldn't feel distressed when a beautiful woman cried? It was natural to feel anxious, as what was the point of crying with a palace maid like her? Concubine Wei might as well save her tears and cry in front of the emperor!

Although she thought so in her heart, Cuixiu's body was very honest. She quickly put down the things in her hands, took out her handkerchief, gently wiped the tears from the face of the noble lady Wei, and asked softly, "Why did the noble lady suddenly cry?"

Concubine Wei did not mind her asking even though she knew the answer. She threw herself into her arms and cried silently, wetting Cuixiu's clothes before she recovered. Cuixiu felt a chill on her chest and could not help but sigh.

Hearing this sigh of regret, Concubine Wei stood up from Cuixiu's arms, her eyes red and swollen, her voice choked with sobs: "Cuixiu, you also despise me for being useless, don't you? The Empress Dowager makes things difficult for me, Concubine Hui stays away from me, and you all look down on me!"

This sounded cruel and harsh, but Cuixiu knew her and didn't take it to heart. It was normal for the noble lady to be unhappy after such a big feast today. Cuixiu shook her head gently and said seriously: "Don't say that, noble lady. You just felt wronged for a while and are in a bad mood. Who in the harem has not felt wronged?" Her voice was soft and firm, as if she was comforting a wounded child.

After hearing this, Concubine Wei felt a warm current in her heart. She knew Cuixiu was right, but she really didn't know how to copy those sixty books! She said hesitantly, "But...but I don't know how to write."

This was already a very euphemistic statement. She only knew some common characters, and was not at the level of being able to write them out and distribute them to the harem. She really didn't know how these mean women in the harem would laugh at her!

Cui Xiu looked at the helpless face of Concubine Wei and said helplessly: "I am useless... I can only write a few words. But I am willing to do my best to help you. Although copying books is difficult, it is not an impossible task. We can take our time. If we can't finish it in one day, we can do it in two days. If we can't finish it in two days, we can do it in three days. The important thing is that you can't give up. The sooner you finish it, the sooner you can hang up the green card."

Concubine Wei raised her head and looked at Cuixiu: "You are right. I can't give up like this. No matter how difficult it is, I must complete this task." Although her voice was still trembling, there was no longer the despair as before.

After saying this, Concubine Wei seemed to have found her backbone. She took off a white magnolia hairpin on her head and handed it to Cuixiu: "Cuixiu, take this hairpin." This hairpin belonged to Concubine Wei herself. It was not expensive but it was exquisite, so she could take it off and give it to others.

Cuixiu took the hairpin and felt the warmth of the noble lady's palm. She felt better and felt that there was still hope for her future. She held the hairpin tightly, as if holding a heavy responsibility and mission: "Noble lady, Cuixiu will live up to your trust."

In Zhongcui Palace, the master and servant have a deep affection for each other, but in Yonghe Palace, there is chaos and a big drama is being played out.

After Malu came back and rested until it was almost time for dinner, Doctor Lin came over to check her pulse. He still didn't mention the twins, but repeatedly reminded Malu to eat less and move more. Malu naturally cooperated. She frowned, with a hint of grievance and confusion, and said to Doctor Lin: "Doctor, I have always strictly arranged my diet and daily activities according to your instructions. Doctor, don't you believe me? But this belly is really getting bigger day by day, and I am also very worried."

Doctor Lin was relieved after hearing this, but a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes. If you really cut your diet in half and exercise every day, how come the fetus is still so stable? But he didn't have time to think about it, so he could only comfort her softly: "Don't worry, your majesty, there is nothing wrong with your body. Your belly is getting bigger and bigger, which is also a normal phenomenon of fetal development. Don't be too anxious. As long as you continue to reduce your diet, it will definitely be effective."

Malu nodded, indicating that she would follow the doctor's advice, and asked Bai Xia to accompany Doctor Lin to prescribe some prescriptions for preserving the pregnancy and medicinal diet. However, she became more determined in her heart to replace Doctor Lin as soon as possible, and then disclose the fact of the twins on or before the Wanshou Festival.

Bai Xia has been wary of Lin Taiyi since she found out that her master was pregnant with twins and that the imperial physician was lying. After all, it would be too easy for the imperial physician to do anything with the medicine or the fragrance!

But in front of Doctor Lin, Bai Xia was still very enthusiastic, and his words were full of gratitude and respect: "Thank you for your hard work, Doctor Lin. The health of my master and the little prince all depends on your skillful hands and kind heart." As he said that, he stuffed a seal into his hand.

Doctor Lin nodded, took the envelope containing the banknotes and put it away. He stroked his beard and replied with a smile, "Miss Bai Xia, you are too polite. As the imperial physician, it is my duty to ensure the health of the queen and the fetus."

Seeing that Doctor Lin's attitude was relatively good and he didn't seem to know that the Yonghe Palace had doubts about him, Bai Xia took the opportunity to test him: "Speaking of which, Doctor Lin, you are really the pillar of our palace. Unlike Doctor Rong, who is young and full of energy, I always worry about him. Sometimes, I really worry whether he will make a wrong diagnosis. After all, he is young and lacks experience."

Doctor Lin raised his eyebrows slightly when he heard this, as if he disagreed with Bai Xia's words: "Oh? Why do you say that, Miss Bai Xia? Doctor Rong is also a talented doctor. Being young does not mean that he is not good at medicine."

Bai Xia shook her head lightly and said helplessly, "Talent is important, but experience is even more crucial. Take the last time, for example, the medicine that Doctor Rong prescribed for the queen, I always felt that the taste was a little off, and the queen was also worried, so she didn't drink a single sip, and never summoned Doctor Rong again. The queen is pregnant with the dragon descendant, and a small mistake could lead to a disaster. It's never too careful, right?"

Doctor Lin pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Miss Bai Xia's worries are not unreasonable. The way of medicine is profound and requires a long period of accumulation and practice. If the queen does not like the doctor, then I will come more often in the future." Bai Xia heard Doctor Lin say this, knowing that his words had made Doctor Lin feel more at ease, so he struck while the iron was hot and said: "Doctor Lin, you are experienced and knowledgeable. It is our blessing to have you take care of us."

Facing Bai Xia's compliments, Doctor Lin's face also showed two more joys and eagerness: "Miss Bai Xia is really too polite, now let me prescribe a prescription for the queen!"

Bai Xia stopped talking and stood aside, quietly observing every move of Doctor Lin. But Doctor Lin might really be a wise old man, without any flaws. After writing the prescription, Doctor Lin carefully explained to Bai Xia the precautions for taking the medicine and the methods of daily conditioning before leaving Yonghe Palace under Bai Xia's eyes.

After Doctor Lin's figure completely disappeared at the end of the corridor, Bai Xia turned back to the main hall and explained everything to Malu. "Your Majesty, Doctor Lin should not have any suspicions." Bai Xia said softly, "You can rest assured to arrange the rest of the matter."