The Rise of a General's Daughter-in-Law Doctor

The Emperor spoke up, saying, "Xia Mu, this attire may be inappropriate for you in the Shuyi Palace from now on."

Consort Shu then said, "Xia Mu, since you don't mind everyone knowing your identity, why don't you change back into women's clothing in the palace from now on?"

Nangong Yufeng felt dizzy when he heard Consort Shu's words. What were his father and mother saying? It seemed like they were implying that Xia Mu was a woman.

Upon hearing this, Li Muxia replied, "Yes, but I didn't bring any women's clothing."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor said, "What's so difficult about that? Someone, have the Imperial Wardrobe make two sets of clothes for Xia Mu as soon as possible."

Upon hearing the Emperor's words and seeing the young eunuch about to leave, Li Muxia quickly added, "Keep it simple, without too many decorations."

The Emperor and Consort Shu smiled at Li Muxia. Consort Shu said, "You don't need to rush to say this. Wait for the nanny from the Imperial Wardrobe to come back and take your measurements. Then you can tell her your requirements."

Li Muxia scratched his head awkwardly, forgiving him for not having much experience since it was his first time entering the palace.

Nangong Yufeng, who was standing to the side, was already petrified. When he came to his senses, he looked at Li Muxia and said, "Xia Mu, you are a woman."

Looking at the somewhat stunned Nangong Yufeng, Li Muxia said with amusement, "Yeah, how was it? My disguise was pretty good, wasn't it?"

Upon hearing Li Muxia's affirmation, Nangong Yufeng couldn't quite describe his feelings. He felt a sense of relief, as if his heart had become much lighter and his mood had improved considerably.

Consort Shu and the Emperor did not miss Nangong Yufeng's little expressions, which were exactly the same as when the Emperor discovered that Consort Shu was a girl.

The two exchanged a glance, and it was clear from each other's eyes that their son should take a wife.

And so, Li Muxia settled down in Shuyi Palace and spent two days preparing for Consort Shu's surgery. The alcohol ran out and had to be refined on its own. The operating room also needed to be thoroughly disinfected before the surgery, and Consort Shu's condition had to be checked from time to time.

Finally, early on the third day, the Imperial Clothing Bureau delivered the clothes to Li Muxia. It must be said that everything produced by the Imperial Palace is of the highest quality. Look at the fabric and the style. Although simple, it is elegant and will look absolutely beautiful on her.

Li Muxia was also a woman who loved beauty. After receiving the dress, she thanked the palace maid who delivered it and went inside to try it on. It fit perfectly, and the light pink dress made Li Muxia's skin appear even whiter and smoother. The unique waist-cinching design made Li Muxia's already slender waist appear even more delicate. Even the cuffs were designed with a gathered edge, a suggestion she had specifically made to the matrons in the Imperial Wardrobe Bureau, precisely for the convenience of surgery.

When Li Muxia appeared in front of everyone dressed, Nangong Yufeng felt his eyes light up. Although it was Li Muxia in disguise, her appearance in women's clothing still made his heart skip a beat.

Shangguan Jingye was also taken aback. This was the first time he had seen Li Muxia dressed in women's clothing after losing weight. He had to admit that Li Muxia had a really good figure.

The Emperor and Consort Shu looked at Li Muxia with smiles on their faces, feeling even more satisfied with her. They then glanced at Nangong Yufeng, who was completely dumbfounded.

The Emperor coughed awkwardly. How could this boy be so useless? He wondered who he took after.

Consort Shu seemed to hear what the Emperor was thinking, and thought to herself: Just like you back then.

Seeing Consort Shu's awkward expression, the Emperor said, "Ahem, alright, Xia Mu, when do we start the surgery?"

Upon hearing the Emperor's words, everyone reacted. Li Muxia walked up to the Emperor and said, "The surgical supplies are ready for tomorrow morning."

The Emperor and Consort Shu became nervous upon hearing this, because Li Muxia had already explained the risks of the surgery to them. Although Li Muxia said that the success rate of the surgery was 80%, it was not a 100% success rate, so the two were still very nervous.

Li Muxia could see the Emperor and Consort Shu's worries and understood their feelings. She offered a few words of comfort and then told them about the precautions to take before the surgery.

With all the preparations for the surgery complete, Li Muxia felt a little more relaxed and was just waiting for the surgery tomorrow. The operating room was guarded by the Imperial Guards sent by the Emperor, so there shouldn't be any problems. Li Muxia planned to take a stroll in the Imperial Garden to relax before the surgery.

Nangong Yufeng and Shangguan Jingye had nothing else to do, so they accompanied Li Muxia to the Imperial Garden.

This was Li Muxia's first time seeing the legendary Imperial Garden. It was truly enormous. The snow was already melting, and some of the grass couldn't resist the temptation to sprout a little green.

The Imperial Garden is cleaned every day, so it is very clean. Li Muxia and the other two sat in the pavilion, watching the fish swimming in the lake, and their mood relaxed a lot.

Looking at Li Muxia's profile, Nangong Yufeng felt a mix of emotions. At the same time, he realized his feelings for Li Muxia over the past few days; he had fallen in love with her.

Just as Nangong Yufeng was lost in thought, Li Muxia suddenly turned her head. When their eyes met, Nangong Yufeng hurriedly looked away, completely unprepared for Li Muxia to suddenly turn and look at him.

Looking at Nangong Yufeng's flustered appearance, Li Muxia frowned slightly and said, "Your Highness, you wouldn't refuse to be friends with me just because I'm a woman, would you?"

Upon hearing this, Nangong Yufeng quickly explained, "No, it's me. I... I'm just still a little unaccustomed to the fact that Xia Mu is a woman."

When she spoke, she instinctively looked away when her eyes met Li Muxia's.

Shangguan Jingye, standing to the side, sighed helplessly, another romantic entanglement had befallen his junior sister.

Li Muxia didn't think too much about it. When she heard Nangong Yufeng's words, she said, "Is that so? Then don't treat me like a woman. Just treat me the same as before."

Nangong Yufeng said softly, "I don't want to be like before."

The voice was too soft for Li Muxia to hear clearly, so she asked again, "What did you say?"

Nangong Yufeng quickly shook his head and changed the subject, saying, "It's nothing. Will Mother be able to recover after the surgery?"

"Yes, as long as I take good care of myself later, apart from not being able to get pregnant and have children, it won't affect my life much," Li Muxia replied.

As soon as Li Muxia finished speaking, a man's voice came: "Ninth Brother, you seem to be in a good mood today."

Upon hearing this, the group looked at the newcomer, Nangong Huaiyuan, who walked over with a playful smile.

The three of them stood up and saluted.

"This humble subject greets the Third Prince."

Nangong Huaiyuan stared at Li Muxia, his smile deepening, which gave Li Muxia goosebumps. Seeing this, Nangong Yufeng moved slightly, shielding Li Muxia behind him and preventing Nangong Huaiyuan from scrutinizing her.

He asked, "Third Brother, is there something you need?"