Return of the Pearl

In the magnificent and majestic imperial palace, a group of imperial doctors were surrounding Xiao Yun with nervous and anxious expressions. They were concentrating on treating Xiao Yun meticulously, while Qianlong stood quietly in a side hall, keeping a distance between him and Xiao Yun.

In the side hall, Qianlong looked somewhat lonely and forlorn. He stared silently in the direction of Xiao Yun, his eyes full of concern and worry. His tall figure seemed to be shrouded by an invisible pressure, revealing deep fatigue and helplessness.

Qianlong's breathing became increasingly rapid and disordered, as if an invisible force was tearing at his heart and lungs, making it difficult for him to bear. The pain was like a shadow, tightly wrapped around him, and like a surging tide, it constantly impacted his body and mind, making him almost suffocate.

At this moment, an imperial physician approached with steady steps. His face was filled with concern and worry, his eyes filled with worry and distress. He respectfully said to Qianlong, "Your Majesty, you don't look well. Would you like me to take your pulse and check your current physical condition?"

After hearing the words of the imperial physician, Qianlong pondered for a moment. His heart was full of contradictions and struggles. He really wanted to know what his physical condition was at the moment. So, he slowly stretched out his hand, which was trembling slightly, as if telling of his inner pain and anxiety.

The imperial physician carefully took Qianlong's pulse. He looked focused and serious, concentrating on feeling the beating of Qianlong's pulse. Every subtle change could not escape the imperial physician's eyes, and he did not miss any abnormality.

After a moment, a puzzled look appeared on the imperial physician's face. He frowned slightly and said in confusion, "Your Majesty, the dragon is in good health and there is nothing wrong with him."

After hearing what the imperial physician said, Qianlong waved his hand gently, signaling the imperial physician to leave. He knew very well that there was nothing wrong with his body, but the pain he felt came from the depths of his soul.

The pain surged like a tide and burned like a raging flame, causing his soul to tremble uncontrollably and his heart to bleed as if being gnawed by millions of ants.

After the imperial physician carefully prepared the medicine, Qianlong carefully held the bowl of steaming medicine and walked slowly to Xiao Yun with steady steps.

Xiao Yun's beautiful eyes were filled with tears, like petals covered with dew in the early morning. The moment she saw Qianlong, tears fell like a flood breaking through a dam.

Xiao Yun could no longer suppress his inner emotions, and suddenly threw himself into Qianlong's arms, hugging him tightly, as if he wanted to pour out all his grievances and longings in this warm embrace.

Xiao Yun just kept crying, with sobbing sounds coming from his throat. The sound was like sobbing and complaining, which made people feel pity.

Meanwhile, Concubine Ling, standing by, chimed in with her gentle and melodious voice, "Alright, alright, you've already found the Emperor, and your token has been delivered. You don't have to do this."

Hearing Concubine Ling's words, Xiao Yun seemed to be suddenly awakened from a dream, and her emotions were instantly restrained. Her red and swollen eyes were still filled with tears. She looked at Qianlong with tears in her eyes and said with a hint of tears in her voice: "I have never seen the emperor before, and I was a little excited at the moment. The token is not actually mine, I brought it for someone else.

Your Majesty, the person who asked me to deliver the message is Xia Yuhe's biological daughter, Xia Ziwei. She is staying at the Yunlai Inn in the capital. Please send someone to pick her up and bring her to the palace." Her words were full of sincerity and eagerness, as if this matter was more important to her than anything else.

In that warm scene, Xiao Yun snuggled in Qianlong's arms, tears still falling. Qianlong gently stroked Xiao Yun's back, his eyes full of tenderness and love.

Concubine Ling's doubts filled the air, but Emperor Qianlong seemed to have seen through everything. He looked at Xiao Yun gently, and had a clear plan in his mind about what she said.

"Okay, I understand. You drink the medicine first." Qianlong's voice was low and magnetic, which made Xiao Yun feel extremely relieved. There was a firm light flashing in his eyes, letting Xiao Yun know that he would believe her words.

Xiao Yun obediently picked up the medicine bowl, blew on it gently, and then took a sip carefully. The bitter taste made her frown, but she still forced herself to drink the medicine. Qianlong kept looking at her, his eyes full of concern and tenderness.

After drinking the medicine, Xiao Yun put down the medicine bowl and threw herself into Qianlong's arms again. She felt Qianlong's warmth, and her heart was filled with happiness and satisfaction. Qianlong hugged her tightly, as if he wanted to merge her into his body.

Qianlong was extremely caring towards Xiao Yun. His concerned eyes and meticulous instructions showed his love for Xiao Yun. He gently instructed Mingyue and Caixia to take good care of Xiao Yun and let her feel the meticulous care.

In Shufangzhai, Qianlong and Xiao Yun spent an extremely warm time together. They either had heart-to-heart conversations or smiled at each other. Every moment was filled with warmth and love.

Qianlong stayed in Shufangzhai for a long time, as if time had stopped for them. Until the end, he turned around and left reluctantly.

When Qianlong returned to the imperial study, he did not hesitate at all and immediately ordered Erkang to go to the original inn to pick up Ziwei and bring her into the palace.

Unlike in the past, this time Qianlong did not send anyone to Jinan to verify Ziwei's identity. In fact, deep in his heart, he had already been certain that Ziwei was his biological daughter.

Erkang was ordered to come to the Yunlai Inn. He gently pushed open the door and saw Ziwei at a glance. She was sitting quietly by the window, wearing a simple white dress, with long hair falling like a waterfall, which set off her gentle and peaceful face. The sunlight shone on her through the window, as if she was covered with a layer of golden gauze.

Erkang was instantly attracted by Ziwei's beauty, and his heartbeat involuntarily quickened. Ziwei slowly turned around, her eyes were clear and bright, like a clear spring. When she saw Erkang, she showed a hint of surprise, but soon regained her composure.

Erkang walked forward and looked into Ziwei's eyes. He felt the unique temperament emanating from her, which was a perfect combination of elegance and intelligence. At that moment, Erkang knew that his heart had been deeply captured by this woman.

"Are you Xia Ziwei?" There was a barely perceptible tremor in Erkang's voice.

Ziwei nodded slightly and responded with a smile: "I am Ziwei, and you are?"

Erkang took the initiative to step forward, with a sincere smile on his face, and introduced himself to Ziwei: "Miss Ziwei, I am Fu Erkang, and I have been ordered by the emperor to invite you into the palace."

When Ziwei heard this, a hint of surprise and anticipation flashed in her eyes. She nodded slightly and said softly, "So it's Master Fu. Then let's go into the palace."

Erkang stretched out his hand and made an invitation gesture. On the way to the palace, Erkang secretly glanced at Ziwei from time to time, his heart full of admiration for her. Ziwei noticed Erkang's gaze and a shy blush appeared on her face, which added to her beauty and charm.

They passed through one palace gate after another and finally arrived at the depths of the imperial palace. Ziwei looked at the magnificent building in front of her, and a complex emotion surged in her heart. Erkang stayed by her side all the time, carefully guiding her on the way, making her feel a sense of warmth and peace of mind.

In this way, Ziwei followed Erkang into the gate of the palace and was about to start a new journey of life. The fate between Erkang and Ziwei also quietly unfolded step by step.