The cruel little princess

Shen Youyou pondered for a moment after hearing this, then smiled. "Is that so? I understand. But it's almost time for breakfast. After breakfast, I'll see when His Majesty is free. It just so happens that I have something I'd like to discuss with His Majesty."

An Er muttered to himself, "The prince is always free!" But he resisted the urge to say it out loud. After all, as a servant, he still had to be careful about his words and actions. So he replied, "Miss Shen, if you need anything, you can come directly to the prince. The prince is usually in the tent to handle some military affairs, so you can come according to your own schedule."

Shen Youyou smiled and thanked An Er, saying, "Thank you, young man first!" Then she turned around and went back to her tent, started to wash, change clothes and have breakfast.

Breakfast was fragrant shredded chicken congee, made with tribute rice sent by His Royal Highness Prince Jin. Inside the tent, the shredded chicken congee simmered in a clay pot on a small red clay stove, emitting waves of fragrant aroma. Chuntao poured the shredded chicken congee into a delicate bone china bowl. After stirring it thoroughly, a bowl of delicious chicken congee finally appeared before Shen Youyou! It exuded the rich aroma of chicken and the fragrance of ginger and scallions, and the porridge had a rich and delicate texture, perfectly blending warmth and deliciousness. This shredded chicken congee was more than just an ordinary meal; it was a longing for home and a satisfying taste bud!

Shen Youyou glanced at the porridge still in the clay pot. She figured her father probably hadn't eaten breakfast yet, so she walked to the front of the tent and called Liu Bin in. She asked him to go to the kitchen and get two large bowls. Then, she filled a large bowl with chicken porridge and had him bring it to her father's tent. She also told him to pass on a message: she'd go check on her eldest brother before going to see her father. Shen Youyou drank two bowls of chicken porridge with some sweet, spicy, and sour pickled radish. After Chuntao had finished her meal, Shen Youyou wiped her mouth elegantly and called for someone to bring the clay pot and empty bowls back to her eldest brother's tent. She estimated that Shen Zijin should be awake by now. Although he'd been given water and medicine while unconscious, he hadn't eaten anything. Now that he was awake, some chicken porridge would be perfect.

When Shen Youyou arrived at Shen Zijin's tent, he hadn't yet regained consciousness. Doctor Xu and the young medicine boy had just finished their breakfast, and the young medicine boy was clearing away the dishes. Upon noticing Shen Youyou, he put the dishes away and stepped forward to greet her.

"I came at an untimely moment. You have all finished your meal! Chuntao made some shredded chicken porridge, which is quite delicious. I was thinking of asking you to have some too!" Shen Youyou said with a smile.

The little medicine boy scratched his head and said with a smile: "Thank you, Miss Shen, we have already used it, so we won't bother you."

Shen Youyou nodded, then looked at Doctor Xu and said, "Doctor Xu, you've been really hard-working these days. I brought some chicken porridge, would you like to try it?"

Doctor Xu quickly waved his hand and said, "Miss Shen, you are too polite. This is what I should do."

Shen Youyou knew that Doctor Xu was embarrassed, so she personally scooped a bowl of porridge and handed it to Doctor Xu, saying with a smile: "Doctor Xu, don't refuse. This porridge was carefully prepared by Chuntao, and it tastes great!"

Doctor Xu saw Shen Youyou was so enthusiastic, he couldn't refuse anymore, so he took the porridge and said gratefully, "Thank you, Miss Shen."

Shen Youyou watched Doctor Xu take a sip of the porridge, then asked, "How is it? Does it taste okay?"

Doctor Xu nodded and praised: "Miss Shen is right, this porridge is indeed delicious."

Shen Youyou smiled, scooped another bowl of porridge and placed it on the bedside table, ready to feed it to Shen Zijin after he woke up.

There was still plenty of porridge, and even if Shen Zijin woke up, she couldn't eat too much. Shen Youyou sincerely wanted Doctor Xu to eat some, too. After all, he had been here, tirelessly caring for her eldest brother for so many days. She knew the etiquette of the world, and it was just a treat. She and Doctor Xu had a great conversation last night, and she had learned a lot from him. Of course, Doctor Xu had benefited greatly from their conversation, some of which completely overturned his 23 years of knowledge!

"Miss Shen, we discussed your brother's condition yesterday. You said last night that he might wake up today, but I see no signs of recovery. Could you please take another look? Is there something wrong?" Doctor Xu and Shen Youyou had been discussing medical matters last night, and they had also discussed her brother's condition. Shen Youyou had said at the time that the blood clots in his brain were dissolving somewhat, and that he should be conscious tomorrow. But with no signs of recovery yet, Doctor Xu was getting worried. It wasn't that he doubted Shen Youyou's medical skills or judgment, but rather that he was questioning the adequacy of his care and whether there had been any errors.

Shen Youyou smiled and stepped forward, placing her hand on her eldest brother's wrist to feel his pulse. Feeling his pulse was strong and powerful, she smiled with relief. "Don't worry, Doctor Xu. It's only morning now, and there's still a whole day to go! But it will be soon. My eldest brother was able to wake up so quickly, thanks to Doctor Xu's careful care!" She bowed to Doctor Xu.

Doctor Xu quickly stepped aside, not daring to accept her greeting. "Miss Shen, you're too polite. Originally, I was sent to the border by His Majesty to treat General Shen. But I didn't expect Miss Shen to give me such a big surprise after arriving here! General Shen no longer needs my care! And now that the young general has been found, I have such a great opportunity to learn from Miss Shen. Even if the prince hadn't given me the order, I would have rushed to take care of your brother!" Doctor Xu continued sincerely, "And Miss Shen has been very kind to me. You can be considered my mentor and friend. I'm in awe of Miss Shen's medical skills!" If Miss Shen thanked me again, I would be truly embarrassed!

After hearing this, Shen Youyou stopped worrying and smiled. "I've benefited a lot from Doctor Xu's words. I didn't remember the effects of some herbs so comprehensively before, and I didn't know much about the herbs that interact with them. I still have to thank Doctor Xu! Let's not be so polite to each other."

Doctor Xu smiled obediently after hearing this and said, "Then I will just call you elder. I am seven years older than you. You can call me Brother Xu and I will call you Sister Shen. And please don't call me Doctor Xu or Doctor Xu. It's tiring to hear."

Shen Youyou smiled and responded, "Okay, Brother Xu."

The two of them sat for a while longer, chatting about Shen Zijin's injuries, before Shen Youyou smiled and stood up to say goodbye. After all, she still had some matters to report to His Royal Highness Prince Jin, and if she wanted to start a class for the military doctors, she still had to ask His Royal Highness Prince Jin for permission first.

As a result, just as she left, Shen Zijin woke up. Doctor Xu was also overjoyed, "Sister Shen is really a genius! Her medical skills really impressed me! Today, the young general actually woke up! Quickly, someone come!" Doctor Xu was busy treating Shen Zijin again, and shouted outside the tent, "Hurry up and report to His Royal Highness Prince Jin, General Shen, and Miss Shen. Tell them that the young general has woken up!" He gave orders in an orderly manner.

Shen Zijin struggled to open his eyes, only to find himself no longer in the cave, but back in the familiar tent. He was surprised to realize that his physical condition seemed to be improving. Not only had his wounds been properly treated, but even his previously numb legs and immobilized right arm were gradually regaining some feeling. However, at this moment, an unfamiliar voice reached his ears: "Your Excellency is now alright. I will inform His Royal Highness Prince Jin, General Shen, and Miss Shen."

Shen Zijin turned his head to look at the person next to him, and saw a man in plain clothes standing by the bed. He looked like a doctor, but not like a military doctor. Just when he was puzzled, he suddenly heard the title "His Royal Highness Prince Jin". He wondered in his heart, who is this His Royal Highness Prince Jin? Could it be the His Royal Highness Prince Jin in the capital? He is a dignified prince, how could he appear in such a dangerous border area? Shen Zijin couldn't help feeling confused. Then, he heard the name "General Shen" again. That was his father, so he naturally didn't find it strange. But, who is this "Miss Shen"? Could it be his younger sister? Thinking of this, Shen Zijin's mood instantly became excited.

Ever since he left home at the age of seven or eight to join the army with his father, he'd only been able to return home to see his sister once every three or four years. So far, he'd only seen her three or four times, each time rushing back in a hurry, as the border was always guarded by the generals. It had been three or four years since he'd been home to see his little sister. Now, his little sister had come to the border to visit him in person, something that had filled him with awe. He couldn't wait to see her, to see if she had grown up, if she'd grown taller.