The Return of the King: A Generation of Prodigies

If we don’t hand over the Su family’s affairs to Su Yang now, who else can we hand them over to?

No matter how bad Su Yang is, he is still better than the sons of other branches of the Su family. The power of the Su family must be in the hands of Su Chang's lineage. This is Lao Lu's obsession.

"Second Master, let the master rest. Let's go to the study to discuss matters."

"Okay." Su Yang stood up and looked at Su Chang and said, "Father, I'll be back soon. Just focus on recuperating and don't worry too much."

"Okay, go ahead." Su Chang waved his hand, signaling Su Yang to leave.

Su Chang is really old now. He was just frightened and after waking up and saying a few words, he was already exhausted and tired.

Shen Tianjiao didn't expect that she just took a nap, and when she woke up, she found that Chunchao had done something big.

She actually took care of Su Chang, and she did it with the help of a dead man. It really makes one look at someone with new eyes after three days of absence.

Chunchao was almost getting scared by Shen Tianjiao's stare. Just as she was about to explain about Su Chang, Ruan Yuhu came.

When Ruan Yuhu came in, he saw the funny looks of Shen Tianjiao and Chunchao, the master and servant.

Shen Tianjiao stared at Chunchao without saying a word, while Chunchao lowered his head and clasped his hands in embarrassment, at a loss as to what to do.

Ruan Yuhu naturally knew what had happened. She smiled and said, "Okay, don't blame Chunchao for this. It was all my idea. I told Chunchao to do it."

Shen Tianjiao withdrew her gaze. How could she not know that the idea came from Ruan Yuhu, and Chunchao was just an obedient executor.

She was staring at Chunchao just now because she thought this girl was too brave.

She dares to do whatever Ruan Yuhu says now, without any brains and without caring about the consequences at all.

Although only a very few people know that Li Rui is dead, and the replacement in Taihe Hall is also one of their own, this matter must still be kept absolutely confidential and rigorous.

If even the slightest rumor leaks out, Yun Li will truly face an unprecedented catastrophe.

Now, Chunchao is a silly girl who does whatever she is told, and Ruan Yuhu is a man who is fearless and can poke holes from the sky to the ground.

When these two people are together, they really dare to cause any trouble and don't think about any consequences.

Shen Tianjiao is really overwhelmed and in great pain now. She doesn't know what to do with these two people.

"Okay, I've already said it, it's none of Chunchao's business anymore, if you want to scold me, go ahead."

Ruan Yuhu walked to the opposite side of Shen Tianjiao and sat down. Shen Tianjiao looked up at her and thought to herself, "I do want to scold you, but do you think I dare to?"

"Don't look at me like that. It's no big deal. I did this for a reason."

Ruan Yuhu picked up the teacup in front of him, took a sip of tea, and said, "I know what you are worried about, but Jiaojiao, have you ever thought about a question?"

"That is, the outside world only knew that Li Rui was recuperating in Taihe Hall, and didn't know that he had passed away."

"If he doesn't step up and show up for anything, over time, the officials will start to suspect those things even if they don't say anything."

"Once the seeds of doubt are planted in their hearts, have you ever thought about how serious the consequences will be?"

Shen Tianjiao was stunned. She had never thought about this question.

She was just worried that others would discover Li Rui's secret, but she forgot that it was impossible for a living person to stay in Taihe Hall forever and not come out to see others.

When Li Rui was alive, although he stayed in Taihe Hall most of the time, there were often outsiders going there, either the imperial doctors from the Imperial Medical Bureau or the concubines.

Although these people were later cleared out, it is completely different from the current situation where the palace is closed and no one is seen.

After all, Li Rui is still the emperor of Yunli. Although Shen Tianjiao is the regent now, Emperor Li Rui still has to exercise his power as the emperor.

Just as Ruan Yuhu said, if Li Rui did not take the lead in everything and did not show up, it would really arouse suspicion.

If those court officials begin to have doubts in their hearts, they will never give up.

I'm afraid it will be difficult to fool people by then.

If those court officials started making trouble, all his previous efforts would be in vain.

Whether Li Muyang can successfully ascend the throne as emperor is another matter.

"How about it, are you not angry anymore?" Ruan Yuhu admired the colorful changes on Shen Tianjiao's face and teased her.

Shen Tianjiao lowered her head and smiled, saying, "Jiaojiao is young after all, and she can't consider things comprehensively. Thanks to you, aunt, there are no hidden dangers left that will be difficult to resolve in the future."

"Jiaojiao is ignorant. Please don't argue with her, auntie."

"What nonsense are you talking about, kid? Why should we be like this?"

Ruan Yuhu now really treats Shen Tianjiao as her own child. How could she be angry with Shen Tianjiao over these worthless things?

Shen Tianjiao stood up and refilled Ruan Yuhu's cup with tea. She personally handed it to Ruan Yuhu and said, "Let me use this cup of tea instead of wine. Jiaojiao apologizes to my aunt."

Ruan Yuhu took the teacup, reached out and tapped Shen Tianjiao's forehead with his finger, and said, "You little girl."

Seeing Ruan Yuhu drinking the tea, Shen Tianjiao smiled and said, "Auntie, you are not allowed to be angry after drinking my tea."

"I'm not angry in the first place. Why should I be angry with a little girl like you?"

Ruan Yuhu put down the teacup in his hand and said, "We must also prepare in advance. After this incident, the Su family will definitely find a way to force Li Zhaohui to take action in advance."

"The things Su Chang cares about most in his life are, first, the glory of the Su family, second, his power, and third, his precious grandson Su Wenzhi."

"Now that Su Wenzhi is dead, his power and the glory of the Su family are all gone. Nothing can crush Su Chang more than these blows."

"So he will definitely spare no effort and make big moves behind the scenes to tempt and force Li Zhaohui to rebel prematurely."

Now the fact that Su Chang was reprimanded by the emperor and his fiefdom and land were revoked had already spread throughout the capital.

In order to protect the interests of his family from being divided up by others and to regain the lost rights, Su Chang will definitely act like a mad dog and try every possible means to urge Li Chaohui to take action as soon as possible.

This is not a good thing for Su Chang and Li Chaohui, but it is a very good thing for Shen Tianjiao.

Shen Tianjiao is almost ready and can catch Li Chaohui off guard.

"We are almost ready. Now we just wait for Li Zhaohui to take the bait."

"Mrs. Duan's medicine hasn't been prepared yet, so I'm afraid we'll have to wait a little longer."

There are less than twenty days left until the Mid-Autumn Festival. It would be a lie for Shen Tianjiao to say that she is not in a hurry.

If we fail to act according to the original plan and miss this best opportunity, things will become difficult in the future.

According to past custom, the emperor would hold a banquet in the palace to entertain his ministers during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

One is to show the emperor's grace, and the other is for the emperor and his subjects to have fun together and enhance their mutual feelings.

At that time, all officials above the fifth rank will bring their families into the palace for the banquet.

No matter who these officials belong to, once they enter the palace, they have no control over the situation.

As long as these people are trapped and cannot cause trouble, things outside will be easy to handle.

While Shen Tianjiao was still worried, a eunuch who served Duan Qingning suddenly came to report that Duan Qingning wanted to see Ruan Yuhu for something.

Ruan Yuhu put down the teacup in his hand, stood up, looked at Shen Tianjiao and said with a smile: "Okay, now you don't have to worry. The product is ready. The fastest effect will be seen in one day, and the slowest will only be about three days."

"She's a restless person. As long as her physical condition recovers, it would be strange if she could stay quiet and not cause trouble."

Shen Tianjiao looked at Ruan Yuhu in astonishment and asked, "Aunt, she just said she had something to see you about. How did you know she had made it?"

"That kind of thing shouldn't be so easy to make, right?"

Although Shen Tianjiao didn't know anything about pharmaceutical making, she knew that making medicine was not a simple matter, especially for medicines with special medicinal effects. Many things needed to be added to it, so the process was naturally more complicated and tedious.

"It may not be easy for others, but for a pharmaceutical expert like Duan Qingning who possesses family-inherited skills and is extremely intelligent, it is not a problem at all."

"As long as we prepare the herbs she needs, the rest will be easy."

"What does our palace lack? We don't lack people or medicinal materials. As long as we prepare the medicinal materials for her, the rest will not be a difficult task for her at all."

Ruan Yuhu still recognized Duan Qingning's strength. Although she had never seen how Duan Qingning made medicine, she had such confidence in Duan Qingning.

This kind of self-confidence comes from women's naturally keen sixth sense.

"Okay, I'll go take a look." Ruan Yuhu turned around and was about to leave, but suddenly stopped and turned back to Shen Tianjiao and said, "Let's give Chunchao a day off today. This girl was really scared just now."

After saying this, Ruan Yuhu left without waiting for Shen Tianjiao to react.

After Ruan Yuhu left, Shen Tianjiao looked at Chunchao and said, "I was too impatient. I lost my temper with you before I knew what happened. I was wrong. I apologize."

If what happened today had not happened to Chunchao, Shen Tianjiao would never have felt guilty and apologized on her own initiative.

For Shen Tianjiao, the relationship between the four girls around her has long gone beyond master and servant.

They have followed Shen Tianjiao through thick and thin, and Shen Tianjiao has long regarded them as her own family.

"No, no, it's not like that." Chunchao shook his head repeatedly. When he was scolded by Shen Tianjiao, Chunchao was not panicked, but Shen Tianjiao's apology made Chunchao panic and he couldn't speak.

"Okay, go down and rest." Shen Tianjiao looked at Chunchao and told her to go and rest.

Because Shen Tianjiao knew that if she didn't let Chunchao go down to rest, Chunchao would become even more panicked and helpless if she stayed here. Instead of that, it would be better to let her be alone and quiet for a while.

When Ruan Yuhu arrived at Duan Qingning and Chao Yun's new residence, Haoyuexuan, Duan Qingning was already waiting there.

After dressing up, Duan Qingning looked very different today than she did two days ago.

Her appearance and old age remained unchanged, but her temperament changed.

Duan Qingning sat there. Her clothes were not too luxurious and she only had light makeup on. However, her innate grace and temperament were so eye-catching and unforgettable.

Hearing the footsteps, Duan Qingning nodded slightly and greeted Ruan Yuhu, "You're here."

"Yeah." Ruan Yuhu sat down and looked at Duan Qingning. She looked good, much better than the day she first met her.

"How is Chao Yun? Is he awake?"

"Her condition is currently stable, but the damage she sustained was too severe. She is still in a coma and needs a good rest to recover."

Duan Qingning's calm face only showed some emotion when he mentioned his daughter.

"It's okay. As long as she's stable, there's nothing serious to worry about."

"There are plenty of precious and rare medicinal herbs in the palace. If you need anything, just tell the people around you to go to Chunchao and get it."

"You also said that this child has suffered too much damage to her health and needs a good rest. You are a doctor yourself, so you know best how to take care of her."

"Don't worry, as long as Chaoyun rests well, he will definitely wake up."

Ruan Yuhu looked at Duan Qingning, feeling mixed emotions and unable to describe what he felt.

Chao Yun is now the only motivation that keeps Duan Qingning alive. Only when Chao Yun is safe will Duan Qingning be safe.

"Now we can only leave it to fate and do our best." Duan Qingning smiled bitterly and said, "The medicine you need has been prepared. This medicine needs to be taken in three stages."

"This is the first stage. I've had the mute slave write down the dosage and instructions on paper. Just take it according to the instructions."

"I'm still preparing the second phase. Even though it takes a little longer, it won't be a problem."

"After taking the first phase of medicine, you must wait for half a month before taking the second phase of medicine."

"The second phase of the medicine should be ready in seven days."

Duan Qingning is naturally grateful to Ruan Yuhu and Shen Tianjiao now. They not only saved him, but also saved his daughter.

This kindness is enough for Duan Qingning to remember for the rest of his life, so Duan Qingning spares no effort in doing things for them.

"It's okay, no rush, just take your time. If seven days isn't enough, then ten will."

"Your body is also very weak, and you need a good rest and recuperation."

"If you don't take good care of yourself, who will take care of the child in the future? No matter how good others are to her or how much they love her, it will never compare to how good you are to her."

Ruan Yuhu got the medicine and felt very calm. It was not certain whether Li Chaohui could live to take the second stage of the medicine, so there was nothing to worry about.