Shocking! Five men are in love with the same woman!

They returned to the city at nightfall on some unknown day.

While on the street, Lingyan noticed that many doctors from medical clinics were being hurriedly and anxiously taken away by people.

Moreover, the people who took these doctors away were probably a group.

Their attire and demeanor were identical; they must be guards from some wealthy and powerful family.

Has something happened to someone's family?

Otherwise, why would so many doctors be needed to treat them?

She then saw the direction the doctors had gone, and it seemed to be...

Considering the recent events, I already have a guess in my mind.

If what she guessed was true, then time was of the essence, and there was no time to verify it.

Judging from this, even the imperial physicians must be at a loss, which is why they invited these doctors to come.

It's probably not good anymore.

Therefore, she anxiously said to Xiao Muyao, "Ayao, hurry! Take me to Fourth Brother's residence immediately."

Xiao Muyao also realized something at this moment. Upon hearing this, he immediately picked her up without saying a word and disappeared from the spot with a light touch of his toes.

The remaining three people understood each other's words and then went their separate ways.

Lingyan was extremely anxious at this moment. If she guessed wrong, then everyone would be happy.

But if her guess is correct, then the situation is likely to be particularly serious.

Hopefully, she guessed wrong.

………………

Just an hour ago.

The Fourth Prince's residence was originally quiet.

At that time, the Fourth Prince was accompanying Madam Zeng after dinner, helping her take a walk in the courtyard to aid digestion.

Unexpectedly, this peaceful and tranquil atmosphere was suddenly shattered.

Zeng suddenly went into labor, a look of pain appearing on his face.

After his initial panic, the fourth prince quickly regained his composure.

Without hesitation, he picked up Zeng Shi and carried her to the bedroom with firm and hurried steps.

Along the way, he calmly directed his attendants and maids to ensure that the midwife could be summoned to the room in the shortest possible time.

Meanwhile, a series of preparations for production were also carried out in an orderly manner under his arrangement.

The main reason was that he had prepared for this day for a long time in advance, so everything was in a clear and orderly manner without any panic.

However, Zeng suffered a difficult childbirth.

The mansion already had a physician living there, but even after examining the patient, the physician couldn't find a solution.

The fourth prince acted decisively, immediately instructing his steward to take his token to the palace to summon the best imperial physicians.

However, after the imperial physicians arrived in haste and conducted their diagnosis, the head of the academy looked very grave.

His words were like ice, each one striking the Fourth Prince's heart: "Your Highness, the Princess suffered from a cold in her childhood, leaving her with a chronic illness that makes it extremely difficult for her to conceive. It was only because she practiced martial arts from a young age and is in good health that she was able to conceive this child. However, her body has already been damaged, so I'm afraid it's..."

The fourth prince was extremely anxious and immediately asked, "What are you afraid of?"

The head of the hospital replied with a forced smile, "I'm afraid this pregnancy... will not be able to be completed, and it's also possible that... the baby will not be able to withstand the postpartum hemorrhage and die. Even if the baby is lucky enough to survive, it's unlikely that the baby will be able to conceive again."

After the head of the academy finished speaking, he lowered his head and didn't dare to move, carefully trying to minimize his presence.

Upon hearing this, the fourth prince staggered, his face turning deathly pale, as if he had lost his soul.

The next moment, he immediately and resolutely gave the order: "No matter what method you use, do everything you can to protect the Princess. The Princess is the most important person. Do you all understand?"

Upon hearing this, the head of the academy said in a low voice with difficulty, "But Your Highness, we are not confident that we can protect the Princess!"

The fourth prince, heartbroken and speechless, replied, "I will do my best."

Upon receiving the order, the imperial physicians immediately entered the inner chamber with tense expressions.

At this moment, outside the door stood the Fourth Prince, motionless as a statue.

Also present were Consort Li, who looked anxious and worried, as well as General Zeng, Zeng's father, and Madam Feng, Zeng's mother.

The three of them were deeply moved and gratified when they heard the Fourth Prince's order.

It is a blessing for their daughter to have such a good husband, but now that their daughter's life is in danger, the couple is naturally very worried and afraid.

Mrs. Feng kept praying with her hands clasped together.

But at that moment, several imperial physicians rushed out of the room in a panic, knelt down and begged for forgiveness, saying, "Your Highness, we are incompetent. The child cannot be born, and we are unable to save the princess. If this continues, the princess will die from exhaustion."

The fourth prince was heartbroken upon hearing this.

His heart felt as if it had been struck by a heavy hammer, and the intense pain made his face even paler than the moonlight outside the window.

His heart was in turmoil, his emotions surging like a tidal wave.

He forcibly suppressed his anger, then issued a hoarse but powerful command: "By my order, summon all the imperial physicians immediately, and also summon all the doctors in the city. Go immediately, without delay!"

Upon hearing this, the guards dared not slacken their pace in the slightest and rushed off like arrows released from a bow.

The fourth prince felt dizzy and his vision blurred, with blackouts appearing in his eyes.

My legs felt as heavy as if they were filled with lead, and sweat and tears mingled, soaking my clothes.

He was completely unaware of this, only feeling an emptiness in his heart, as if he had lost all support.

Consort Li was heartbroken at the sight, but she didn't know how to comfort her, so she could only stand silently by and wait anxiously.

Lady Feng was crying uncontrollably, completely exhausted, and could only lean on General Zeng.

General Zeng, a seasoned and ruthless general, also had bloodshot eyes, remained silent, and his face was filled with despair and sorrow.

As time went by, batches of imperial physicians and doctors rushed to the scene.

However, faced with this almost certain outcome, they were helpless and could only shake their heads and sigh.

Outside the room, the few people standing there were utterly despondent, shrouded in the shadow of despair.

The fourth prince finally couldn't hold back any longer, his legs went weak, and he collapsed to the ground.

Consort Li was also in tears.

Madam Feng cried out, "Qi'er! My Qi'er!"

The sound was heart-wrenching, the crying was so intense it was like her liver and intestines were being torn apart.

Ling Yan had just been brought here by Xiao Muyao when she heard this shout.

Her heart skipped a beat, her pupils contracted slightly, and her breath seemed to stop for a moment.

Or... am I too late?

Lingyan had not received any definite news, so she hurried to the bedroom.

He saw that all the doctors and imperial physicians in the courtyard had furrowed brows and were sighing.

She ignored them and went straight to the Fourth Prince, anxiously asking, "How is Fourth Sister-in-law now?"

The fourth prince was like a soulless shell, oblivious to everything around him, unresponsive like a walking corpse.

Upon seeing this, Consort Li replied sorrowfully, "There are several imperial physicians inside who are still trying to find a solution, but..."

But what other options did they have? It was all in vain.

But Lingyan immediately perked up upon hearing this; it was good that he was still alive.

As long as you're alive, there's still a glimmer of hope.

So she immediately said to Consort Li in a very fast voice, "Fourth Sister-in-law may still be saved, but everything from now on will be arranged by me. Does Your Majesty trust me?"

Upon hearing this, Consort Li's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise.

She gripped Lingyan's hand tightly, her voice trembling: "You mean, Qi'er... can still be saved?"

The Fourth Prince also reacted upon hearing the commotion, staring intently at Ling Yan with eyes full of pleading and hope.

Then, with a trembling voice, she shouted with all her might, "I believe you! I believe you! I'll do whatever you say!"

Having received the assurance, Lingyan immediately hurried to the bedroom, saying quickly, "Have everyone leave. Also, prepare hot water, knives, towels, and scissors. No one is allowed to disturb me during this time. No one is allowed to come in until I come out."

The fourth prince nodded repeatedly and replied, "Alright."

Then he kicked everyone out of the room.

The imperial physicians, midwives, and several maids and nannies who were driven out looked puzzled.

Is this meant to leave the princess to fend for herself?

But the next second they saw Princess Rui walk into the inner room and close the door.

The fourth prince also ordered people to guard the area around the room and not allow anyone to approach.

What is this doing?

Does Princess Rui have a solution?

But how is that possible?

Everyone looked puzzled and completely disbelieving.

Apart from the fourth prince and Consort Li, who were skeptical.

General Zeng and his wife were desperate and trying anything.

Only Xiao Muyao completely believed in her.

In the room at this time.

Lingyan looked at Zeng Shi, who was lying on the bed with a big belly, her forehead covered with fine beads of sweat, her face pale, and her eyes numb and desperate.

Lingyan immediately stepped forward and gently comforted her, "Fourth Sister-in-law, do you trust me? I can guarantee that you and your child will be safe."

Looking at the person in front of her, Zeng's eyes were firm, yet gentle and powerful, which unconsciously made Zeng feel at ease and want to trust her.

So she gritted her teeth and nodded slightly.

After a thorough examination, Lingyan discovered that a vaginal delivery was no longer possible in this situation, and a cesarean section was the only option.

So Lingyan first fed her a bowl of calming soup to make her fall asleep, which would relieve her pain in her sleep.

Then she looked around the room, which was arranged very neatly, with clean towels and hot water placed around the bed.

Lingyan then repeatedly sterilized the sharp knife by burning it over a fire to ensure it was sterile.

They also soaked the long hemp thread in a special solution in preparation for suturing the wound.

Her face was serious and focused as she carefully checked all the preparations.

Then I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself down.

Then, a clean cloth was used to wipe Zeng's abdomen clean, and a layer of special herbal ointment was applied to her abdomen.

This ointment has hemostatic and anesthetic effects, although its effectiveness is limited, it was the best preparation that could be made in this era.

When everything was ready, Lingyan picked up the sterilized sharp knife and quickly made an incision in Zeng's abdomen.

The fetus was then gently removed from the uterus.

During this process, Lingyan kept a close eye on Zeng's bleeding. If she found that the bleeding was too much, she would quickly apply the prepared hemostatic herbs to the wound.

After removing the fetus, Lingyan quickly cleared any foreign objects from the fetus's mouth and nose to ensure it could breathe smoothly.

The umbilical cord was then carefully cut and properly treated.

He patted the baby's bottom again, and a loud cry immediately rang out.

Then, Zeng's wound was carefully stitched up with hemp thread soaked in medicine, each stitch done with utmost care.

After stitching, she applied a thick layer of herbal dressing to the wound and bandaged it with a clean cloth.

Lingyan then fed her a bowl of nourishing soup to help her regain her strength.