Rebirth of a Concubine's Daughter

That afternoon, Shang Ci's men had already found out about the private soldiers hiding outside the city, and immediately sent someone to deliver the news to Tianyi Pavilion. At the end of the hour of Wei, Yu Qingcang entered the palace together with Prince Xing, Prince Chen, and members of the clan. However, before they could enter the emperor's bedroom, they were stopped by the prince halfway.

But Prince Xing was the one who accompanied the emperor to fight on the battlefield in his early years. How could the prince stop him? He was retorted by Prince Xing with just a few words, but the prince still did not give up. It was already this time. If he let these people meet the emperor and then write an edict, then he would have no hope at all.

"My dear elders, our father has just caught a cold and is now resting. If so many of you go to disturb him, things might get out of hand. It would be better if you come earlier tomorrow so that you can talk to him."

"What time is it now? The Emperor has been diligent in his official duties throughout his life. When has he ever retired so early? Your Highness, since we have come today, we must see the Emperor. I wonder why Your Highness is trying to stop us?"

"What can I mean by that? I'm only concerned about my father's health."

"Since you and I share the same thoughts, why bother arguing here?"

Prince Xing took the lead and walked towards the emperor's bedroom. The elders of the clan hurried to follow. The emperor had been on the throne for many years, and they had been enjoying various blessings and living a rich life, so naturally they hoped that the emperor would live a long life and protect them.

"Prince Xing, how could you dare to trespass without the Emperor summoning you?"

"I have broken into this palace today. If the emperor blames me, just chop off my head. There is no need for you to worry about it, Your Highness!"

Upon learning about the private soldiers outside the city, Prince Xing was furious. Although the emperor had been reluctant to abdicate, he had not treated the prince badly. Many matters of the court had been handed over to him. He intercepted the food and grass sent to the border and colluded with foreign enemies. Each of these was a matter of life and death, but the emperor never mentioned a word. What else could he be dissatisfied with?

"Yao'er, isn't it natural for the elders to see the emperor? You, child, only care about your father's health and rush to stop him. People who don't know would think you have some bad intentions. It's a pity that you are so filial."

A group of maids and eunuchs came out, escorting a woman in gorgeous palace clothes. The woman wore a phoenix crown on her head, which sparkled with gold. She had a graceful demeanor, and her every frown and smile was captivating. Even a slight smile at the corner of her lips carried a majesty that should not be underestimated.

This person is the prince's mother and the current queen, Guo!

The mother and son understood each other's meaning with just one look, and the prince couldn't hide the pride on his face.

"Your Majesty is right. I shouldn't stop the elders from attending to my father because I'm worried about him. So please go ahead."

Prince Xing had never liked the Queen, and his respect for her in the past was just for show. Now that the Emperor's life or death was unknown, he was too lazy to pay attention to the Queen anymore. He didn't even want to say hello, and just hurriedly walked towards the palace.

Although the palace door was open, one could still vaguely smell the disgusting odor inside the palace. The palace servants all lowered their heads and no one was busy. Prince Xing went straight into the inner hall. The emperor on the couch was already emaciated and showed no sign of life, like a motionless corpse.

"Emperor…Emperor Brother!"

Since childhood, Prince Xing has had a very good relationship with the Emperor. The Emperor was able to ascend the throne thanks to Prince Xing's help. Although they have the same father but different mothers, they are like brothers. Over the years, Prince Xing has repeatedly persuaded the Emperor to abdicate, but the Emperor's obsession always makes him unable to let go.

Looking at his brother lying on the bed, Prince Xing's eyes instantly turned red. The elders of the clan looked at the emperor's expression and shook their heads.

"Your Highness, there's no one to take care of him in the palace, not even the imperial physician. The Crown Prince said the Emperor's cold has improved, but look at his complexion. Also, Eunuch Nian is missing."

Taking advantage of the fact that no one was around, Yu Qingcang whispered everything he had seen to King Xing.

Upon hearing this, King Xing turned around and looked around.

"Eunuch Nian, Eunuch Nian..."

"Your Highness, my master, Eunuch Nian, has returned home to retire two weeks ago due to a relapse of his old illness. If Your Highness needs anything, please feel free to instruct me."

A eunuch with a pointed chin and monkey face came in to answer. Although his excuse was flawless, it was also the biggest flaw.

Eunuch Nian has been with the emperor since he was a child. The two of them have a deep affection. Not to mention that the emperor has not passed away yet, even if the emperor passed away, Eunuch Nian would not leave even if he went to guard the tomb. How could he abandon the emperor because of some old illness?

"You are……"

"I am the disciple of Eunuch Nian, and my name is Eunuch Xia."

"How long has the emperor been ill?"

"It will only take three to five days. We have been taking good care of him, and the Imperial Physician has been coming to check his pulse every day, so the Emperor will be well soon."

"Which imperial physician is treating me? Where is the prescription?"

"This... there are many imperial physicians who come every day. I can't remember them all. The prescription was also written by the Imperial Hospital and boiled into a decoction and sent to you. Prince Xing, don't worry. We are here to take good care of you. I guarantee that you will be fully recovered in a few days."

"If you don't recover within a few days, I will chop off your head."

"Prince Xing, please spare my life. This servant is talking nonsense. I am not an imperial physician, so my words don't count. Please, Prince Xing, have mercy on this servant and spare my life."

"Get out! Don't let this king..."

"Uncle, why are you getting mad at a dog slave? If he doesn't serve you well, just kill him."

The prince strode in, helped Eunuch Xia out of the predicament, and gave him a look. Eunuch Xia kowtowed quickly and retreated timidly.

It’s not that the prince is so kind, but Eunuch Xia cannot be allowed to talk too much. The more he talks, the more flaws he will reveal.

"The prince said to kill him, so kill him. Remember to bring his head here for me to see."

"But my father is still ill. It would be unlucky to kill someone now."

"If the prince can't bear it, I will do it myself."

"How could that be? It's a small matter. I will definitely handle it beautifully. Besides, the emperor's uncle and the other elders have already met the emperor. Why don't you go sit in the warm room? I have asked someone to prepare wine and food. Warm yourself up."

They had also seen this person, and the prince naturally wanted them to leave quickly. Yu Qingcang immediately remembered Shen Nanyue's instructions.

"Prince Xing..."

Prince Xing turned his head to glance at Yu Qing. The moment their eyes met, he naturally knew what Yu Qingcang wanted to say.

"Since the Emperor is unwell, we should stay in the palace to take care of him. The Crown Prince does not need to be polite."

"Father needs to rest and recuperate. I'm afraid that having so many people here won't be good for his recovery."

"There are so many people here, and you're the only one who talks too much. If you could say less, this palace would have been quiet long ago. If you can't calm down, Prince, please leave."

The Prince Chen who came with him didn't give the Crown Prince any face at all.

It's not these people's fault for being rude to the prince, but the people that Yu Qingcang and Shang Ci found all wanted Lu Jiusi to ascend the throne. Now that Lu Jiusi is not in the capital and the emperor is critically ill, they naturally don't have a good face for the prince.

But after all, these are princes, his elders, and the prince has not yet ascended the throne, so he can only endure it.