Dethroned the Crown Princess? Then she became your mother

Outside the former Crown Princess's residence, it was still quiet and empty, as if one could hear the whisper of the wind through the leaves.

There should be a pair of vigilant eyes staring at the door to prevent any movement, but now there is no one there, which makes people feel suspicious.

A soft "creaking" sound broke the silence. Eunuch An had deliberately slowed down his pace, whisk in hand. His voice, though shrill, carried undeniable authority: "I have come with the imperial physician to examine the Empress. Please open the door quickly."

The imperial physician followed closely behind, a complicated look in his eyes.

Eunuch An sensed the subtle change in the imperial physician's attitude, tilted his head slightly, and signaled him with his eyes to remain calm.

This imperial physician is actually a trump card in their hands, who can play an unexpected role at critical moments.

"What poison was the last prescription used to cure?" Eunuch An asked the imperial physician in a low voice, with a hint of tentativeness in his tone.

The imperial physician nodded gently, "That prescription not only contains an antidote, but also cleverly incorporates a remedy for colds, killing two birds with one stone."

Inside the door, Chunmei nervously stuck to the door, her ear pressed against the crack, afraid of missing any sound.

She tiptoed back to Zhang Tianai and whispered, "Miss, Eunuch An is here with the imperial physician."

Hearing this, Zhang Tianai curled up the corners of her mouth into a faint smile, as if everything was under her control.

She had already prepared for this scene and was just following the routine.

She shook her head gently, motioning Chunmei to take away the wet towel, then lay down again, deliberately ruffling her hair to make herself look even more haggard.

She patted her thin cheeks, thinking self-deprecatingly that her skinny appearance just added a touch of sickly beauty.

"Open the door, no need to say anything."

Chunmei responded, walked to the door carefully, took a deep breath, and slowly opened the door.

The moment the door opened, Zhang Tianai closed her eyes, as if enjoying the tranquility of the moment and the coming storm.

Chunmei immediately saw Eunuch An and the imperial physician standing outside the door, and secretly prayed in her heart that everything would go smoothly.

"You...where is the former Crown Princess?" Eunuch An's gaze swept around the room and finally landed on Chunmei, his tone filled with a bit of anxiety and doubt.

Chunmei lowered her head and said nothing, but slightly turned sideways, motioning Eunuch An to look inside.

At that moment, the air seemed to freeze, and everyone's eyes were focused on the sickbed in the room, and the former Crown Princess who looked weak and powerless but was actually thoughtful and meticulous.

In a corner of the deep inner room, a curious gaze quietly peeked out.

At the same time, Chunmei's voice sounded gently: "It's inside."

Hearing this, Eunuch An immediately turned around and cast his gaze at the imperial physician standing beside him: "The imperial physician is here, let him come in and check on your daughter."

"As you command." Upon hearing this, Chunmei quickly bowed to the imperial physician, then turned lightly and gestured with her hand, leading the imperial physician forward. She seemed to be worried, "But, the young lady..."

Before he could finish his words, Eunuch An urged him again.

"Please." With these two short, powerful words, Eunuch An and the imperial physician walked into the inner chamber together, still muttering, "What is the reason for this? You know it well."

The imperial physician nodded slightly and followed Chunmei to the bedside.

Chunmei ran to the bedside in small steps, gently lifted a corner of the bed curtain, revealing the sleeping former Crown Princess Zhang Tianai. Although she didn't look closely, her haggard figure was enough to make people feel pity.

Eunuch An and the imperial physician bowed their heads in unison, their movements quick and respectful.

Seeing this, Chunmei gently lowered the bed curtains, then held Zhang Tianai's hands tightly and reported to them softly, "The girl is still in a coma, and her body seems to be a little feverish."

"Imperial Physician, please..." Eunuch An called out anxiously.

Upon hearing this, the imperial physician immediately stepped forward and prepared to treat the patient.

Chunmei carefully led Zhang Tianai's hand out from the bed curtain and gently placed a handkerchief on it so that the imperial physician could take his pulse through the bed curtain.

"Hasn't she woken up yet? The former Crown Princess..." Eunuch An was worried and was about to ask in detail.

At this moment, a weak and hoarse voice suddenly sounded, interrupting the silence in the room: "Um...Eunuch An."

Zhang Tianai seemed to be suddenly awakened from a deep sleep. Although her voice was soft, it was full of surprise and the effort of recognizing an acquaintance.

Chunmei was overwhelmed with joy and delight when she heard this. She quickly turned around and rushed to the bed: "Miss, you are finally awake! The emperor specially sent Eunuch An to invite the imperial physician to treat you."

Eunuch An was also watching this scene closely. Just as he was about to speak to comfort her, he saw Zhang Tianai trying hard to force a smile, stretching out her hand with difficulty, and lifting a corner of the bed curtain again.

The bed curtains slowly rose, revealing Zhang Tianai's pale and frail face. She looked at Eunuch An, her eyes flashing with gratitude and fatigue: "Eunuch An, I'm sorry to have worried you..."

Her voice was soft, but every word was clear.

Eunuch An no longer had any hesitation at this moment.

He had never expected that the former Crown Princess's condition had become so serious, and he couldn't help but feel pity for her.

The imperial physician's fingertips gently slid down. He wanted to avoid this heartbreaking scene, but his compassionate heart drove him to take another look. A complex emotion flashed through his mind, as if he wanted to say something, but hesitated: "This..."

"What exactly is going on?" Eunuch An asked.

Chunmei's hand gripped Zhang Tianai's soft hand tightly like an iron clamp.

Zhang Tianai also frowned, with an imperceptible anxiety flashing in his eyes.

Finally, the imperial physician slowly spoke: "In fact, the condition remains the same. The cold has not healed, and it has worsened due to delay. Coupled with hunger and anxiety, the condition is getting worse. However..."

Having said that, he paused and glanced at Eunuch An.

Eunuch An understood the hint and didn't ask any further questions. Instead, he made a decisive decision: "Since that's the case, please ask the imperial physician to prescribe some medicine as soon as possible, and also prepare some light food. I heard that the former Crown Princess hasn't eaten anything for several days. I think these will definitely help."

His words showed both his obedience to the emperor's order and his deep concern for the former Crown Princess.

The imperial physician nodded in agreement: "That's right. The patient needs to take better care of his diet, otherwise it will only make the situation worse."

"That's absolutely right." Eunuch An agreed.

Then he turned to Chunmei and Zhang Tianai and said, "You all heard it. The imperial physician will send the prescription and diet as soon as possible. You must take good care of her and make sure she takes her medicine and eats on time. Do not let her condition worsen. Former Crown Princess, I will take my leave now."

"Yes." Chunmei responded, her eyes wandering between Eunuch An and Zhang Tianai.

Zhang Tianai struggled to speak, but was interrupted by a sudden cough.

Chunmei hurried forward, carefully adjusted her posture, and patted her back gently, trying to relieve her pain.

"Actually... there's no need to make such a fuss," Zhang Tianai said intermittently while coughing, "I... I'm fine, I really don't need the imperial physician to come... cough cough cough..." Her voice became weaker and weaker, and was finally drowned out by the violent coughing.

"My Lady, please don't be so stubborn." Chunmei said distressedly, "The right thing to do is to rest and recuperate."

Zhang Tianai curled up into a ball, her hands gently covering her lips, her body trembling uncontrollably.

Chunmei was filled with endless anxiety and helplessness: "Girl, what should I do?"

There was a hint of pity in Eunuch An's eyes, but he was also helpless.

The imperial physician stood by with a frown on his face, and there was an indescribable heaviness between the two of them.

"No need to say more. The emperor's order is hard to disobey." Eunuch An's voice was low and firm. "Your Majesty, you should take care of yourself and eat something first."

After saying this, he sighed softly, turned around with the imperial physician, and quickly left this depressing space.

Zhang Tianai looked at their departing backs and tried to calm her raging cough, but she seemed to be bound by invisible chains and unable to break free.

Finally, after a violent coughing fit, she accidentally choked on her own saliva and her eyes turned red.

Chunmei hurried forward and called out distressedly, "Girl..."

Zhang Tianai waved her hands and forced a smile: "It's okay, I just choked."

Eunuch An and the imperial physician returned to Murong Shuo. Both of them lowered their heads and the atmosphere was solemn.

Murong Shuo's eyes moved between them, as if he could see through everything.

Eunuch An reported the situation in a soft voice, and the imperial physician also supplemented his knowledge at the appropriate time.

"The poison hasn't been cured yet, and he's caught a cold, and he's still hungry?" Murong Shuo's voice was filled with subtle anger and heartache. "Eunuch An, is this really the case?"

Eunuch An nodded, not daring to hide anything.

The imperial physician also nodded silently to show confirmation.

Murong Shuo's brows were furrowed and he paced slowly.

Suddenly, he stopped and Eunuch An called out, "Your Majesty..."

Just then, the sound of hurried footsteps outside the door interrupted the moment of silence.

Eunuch An quickly stepped forward to inquire, then quickly returned, his expression solemn: "Your Majesty, there is some clue regarding the former Crown Princess' poisoning."