Travels of a Female Physician in the Ming Dynasty

Ever since I solved the Queen's anemia problem and successfully helped the little prince reduce his fever, my reputation in the palace has been completely established.

Now, whenever people mention me, they will respectfully call me "Dr. Yang". Even the imperial physicians have started to be polite when they see me, for fear of neglecting this "modern imperial physician".

However, I have never liked fame and fortune. All I think about all day is how to live happily and make use of my medical expertise.

Therefore, whenever I was summoned from the palace, I would still go with a smile, and after solving the problem, I would hurry back to Yang Mansion, without any waves in my heart, as if I was just delivering "ancient medical takeaway" every day.

That day, I was leisurely strolling in the garden of Yang's mansion when I suddenly heard a burst of hurried footsteps.

"Xiao Cui, don't tell me someone is from the palace again?" I sighed and thought to myself: It's so difficult to be an imperial physician these days. I'm not even given time to rest!

As expected, Xiao Cui came running over excitedly: "Miss! The palace has sent someone again. This time, it's His Royal Highness the Crown Prince who invites you to help."

I was stunned. "His Royal Highness? What's wrong? Is he having another workplace anxiety attack?"

"No, no!" Xiao Cui shook her head. "I heard that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has recently become particularly interested in health preservation. I'd like to invite you to the palace to talk to him and the Emperor about it."

I nearly dropped the cup in my hand. "What? The prince wants me to give them a lecture? An ancient version of a 'health and wellness lecture'?"

Xiao Cui said seriously, "Miss, you are a miracle doctor. You know a lot. Everyone in the palace admires you very much!"

I sighed helplessly: Okay, since the prince has a need, I, the "imperial physician", cannot refuse.

When he arrived at the palace, Crown Prince Zhu Biao had indeed been waiting for him for a long time.

He seemed to be in good spirits today. When he saw me, he smiled and saluted: "Miss Yang, I specially invited you here today because I want to hear your advice on how to take care of your body."

I was stunned for a moment: His Royal Highness was actually interested in health preservation? Was he frightened by Zhu Yuanzhang's father's health?

"Your Highness, what aspect of health care do you want to know about?" I asked tentatively.

Zhu Biao smiled faintly. "I've recently heard that you're a skilled doctor, and modern people seem to have many unique ways of maintaining health. I'd like to hear your insights. Your Majesty also has this in mind, so today is the perfect time for you to come in with me so I can explain a few things to Your Majesty."

I was nervous: I had to give a lecture to Zhu Yuanzhang? The old emperor was not easy to deal with! If I didn't do a good job, I would lose my head!

However, the arrow was on the string and had to be shot, so I could only bite the bullet and nod: "Your Highness has given the order, and I will do my best."

Soon, I was taken to Zhu Yuanzhang's imperial study.

As soon as they met, Zhu Yuanzhang asked directly: "Yang Tong, I heard that you have some unique ways of maintaining health. I have been feeling tired recently, and I would like to hear your opinions."

I quickly saluted, my heart beating fast: The emperor personally asked me to give a lecture!

"Your Majesty, you are busy with many things every day, so it is natural that you feel tired easily. I believe that the first way to maintain good health is to have a 'calm mind'. You don't need to work too hard on everything. You can relax appropriately to conserve your energy." I said carefully.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded. "Yes, I am indeed very busy with affairs every day, and I am inevitably irritated. Go on."

I breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Besides that, diet is also extremely important. I suggest that Your Majesty eat more foods rich in vitamins, such as fruits and vegetables, and less greasy foods. Furthermore, proper exercise can also help improve physical fitness."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned slightly: "Fruits? Vegetables? Are these things really useful?"

I quickly explained, "Your Majesty, fruits and vegetables are rich in various nutrients. They can effectively replenish the vitamins and minerals needed by the human body and help the body recover its vitality. For example, red dates and longans can replenish blood, and hawthorn can aid digestion. They are both excellent foods and medicines."

Zhu Biao also nodded in agreement: "Father, Miss Yang is right. I have recently followed her advice and eaten some light food. I feel much better."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a moment and finally nodded: "Okay, I will follow your advice and try these 'health preservation methods'."

The heavy stone in my heart finally fell, and I secretly breathed a sigh of relief: It seems that I have passed this "ancient health class".

After leaving the palace, I felt like I had become a "health expert".

Not only does she have to treat illnesses, but she is also responsible for the health management of the emperor and the prince. She is truly "serving the people" in all aspects without any blind spots!

"Xiao Cui, do you think I should start an 'ancient health lecture class'? If I charge for it, I can probably make a lot of money." I joked as we walked.

Xiao Cui admired her and said, "Miss, you are amazing! If we opened a class in the Yang Mansion, it would definitely be very famous!"

I laughed heartily. "Forget it, forget it. Let's keep a low profile and just be a skilled 'imperial physician'. Don't do those weird things."

In the next few days, Zhu Yuanzhang really followed my advice and started eating some light food, and also took the initiative to reduce his meat intake.

Not long after, I heard that his overall mental state had improved a lot, and he even praised me for my "excellent medical skills, comparable to those of a miracle doctor."

When I heard this, I almost laughed out loud: "A miraculous doctor? I'm just transferring modern health knowledge to ancient times."

However, just when I thought I could have a few days of leisure, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince sent someone to invite me into the palace.

"What's wrong with Your Highness?" I asked the young eunuch in the palace helplessly.

The young eunuch smiled mysteriously and said, "Miss Yang, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is not ill this time, and there is nothing serious. He just wants to invite you to the palace to have a chat."

I was puzzled: Is His Royal Highness the Crown Prince so bored? Why does he always want to chat with me?

However, since it was the prince who invited me personally, I couldn't refuse.

So, I took Xiao Cui and once again embarked on the "road to the palace".

When I arrived at the prince's study, Zhu Biao was already waiting for me.

He looked very relaxed today. When he saw me, he smiled and said, "Miss Yang, I asked you to come here today not because I'm sick, but because I wanted to discuss some health tips with you."

I couldn't help but laugh: Why is His Royal Highness suddenly so interested in health preservation? Is he trying to become a "health expert"?

"Your Highness, you are already following my method of maintaining your health. Do you still have any confusion?" I asked with a smile.

Zhu Biao shook his head: "It's not that I'm confused, but I've been feeling quite relaxed recently. I want to talk to you more and see if you have any other health tips."

I thought to myself: It seems that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is really a bit idle!

However, I still patiently told him some simple health tips, such as how to regulate emotions through breathing, how to maintain good work and rest habits, etc.

Zhu Biao listened with great interest and nodded in agreement from time to time.

"Miss Yang, you are indeed an interesting person. I always feel happy when talking to you." Zhu Biao said with a smile.

I secretly sighed in my heart: It seems that as a "modern imperial physician", I am not only responsible for curing diseases, but also for entertaining people!

Coming out of the Prince’s study, I suddenly felt that the scope of my work was becoming wider and wider.

This is not just an ordinary doctor, he is simply the ancient "all-round life consultant"!

But, come to think of it, at least my life in this ancient time was relatively smooth. I was neither involved in power struggles nor encountered any major troubles.

It’s so comfortable to live my life easily every day relying on modern medical knowledge.

My goal is still very simple: no matter what happens in the palace, all I have to do is to be a happy imperial physician!