The Immortal Physician's Transmigration: Miraculous Rejuvenation

Ye Yuanchen, weary from his journey, finally arrived in the bustling capital city. The streets of the capital were teeming with traffic and people, a scene of vibrant activity. Towering palaces stood majestically, showcasing the majesty and grandeur of the imperial court.

Following the summons, Ye Yuanchen arrived at an inn outside the palace, where renowned doctors from all over the country had gathered. Everyone was impeccably dressed, with haughty expressions, whispering amongst themselves or sizing each other up. Ye Yuanchen, dressed in simple clothes, stood out from the crowd, but he didn't care. He simply stood quietly to the side, observing everything around him.

Soon, palace officials arrived to guide everyone into the palace. Passing through a series of magnificent palace gates, Ye Yuanchen stepped into the depths of the imperial palace. The scenery within the palace was breathtaking, with pavilions, terraces, gardens, and lakes scattered in a harmonious arrangement, but Ye Yuanchen had no heart to appreciate it at the moment. His heart was filled with tension and anticipation for the challenges that were about to unfold.

The group was led into a magnificent palace, where a somber atmosphere permeated the air. The emperor sat on his dragon throne, his face pale and his expression weary. Below him stood a group of imperial physicians, each with a furrowed brow, clearly clueless about the emperor's ailment.

Ye Yuanchen, along with the other renowned physicians, stepped forward, bowed to the emperor, and began to carefully observe his symptoms. He noticed that the emperor's eyes were dim, his breathing was weak, and he had intermittent coughing. On the surface, the emperor seemed to be suffering from some serious illness, but the specific cause was difficult to determine.

As was customary, the imperial physicians first reported their diagnoses. A senior physician stepped forward and respectfully said, "Your Majesty, after several days of consultation, we believe that Your Majesty's health is poor due to overwork, insufficient vital energy, and invasion of external pathogens. We have already used many tonics and remedies to expel the pathogens, but the effect has been minimal."

The other imperial physicians nodded in agreement. Ye Yuanchen listened from the side, but had a different opinion. He knew that drawing conclusions based solely on these superficial symptoms would be too hasty. In modern medicine, many diseases have similar symptoms, but their causes are completely different.

When it was Ye Yuanchen's turn to speak, he took a deep breath and calmly said, "Your Majesty, I believe that Your Majesty's illness is not so simple. I humbly request Your Majesty's permission to conduct a more detailed examination."

The emperor slightly raised his head, glanced at Ye Yuanchen, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes. "Who are you? What are your differing opinions?"

Ye Yuanchen respectfully replied, "Your Majesty's illness may have a deeper cause, and we need to investigate from multiple perspectives to determine the cause."

The emperor pondered for a moment, then nodded. "In that case, I will grant you permission to give it a try."

After receiving permission, Ye Yuanchen stepped forward. He first took the emperor's pulse, which was weak and irregular, further convincing him that the emperor's illness was not ordinary. Next, he carefully observed the emperor's tongue, eyes, and other parts of his body, while also inquiring about the emperor's diet, daily habits, and the details of the events before and after the onset of his illness.

After a thorough examination, Ye Yuanchen gradually formed a bold hypothesis. He discovered that the emperor's symptoms were remarkably similar to a type of chronic poisoning in modern medicine. However, in this ancient world, determining the specific poison was no easy task.

Ye Yuanchen stood up, bowed to the emperor, and said, "Your Majesty, I have some preliminary deductions, but further verification is needed. I request Your Majesty's permission to examine the medicines and food Your Majesty has been taking recently."

The emperor was somewhat displeased upon hearing Ye Yuanchen's words. As the Son of Heaven, Ye Yuanchen's actions were undoubtedly a challenge to the imperial physicians and the management of the harem. However, he also considered that his condition had not improved, and perhaps this young man might indeed have discovered something. Therefore, he nodded in agreement.

Led by court officials, Ye Yuanchen arrived at the Imperial Medical Academy's pharmacy and imperial kitchen. He meticulously examined every medicine the emperor consumed and every ingredient in every dish, leaving no detail overlooked. Finally, he discovered something unusual in a medicine called "Nourishing the Spirit and Strengthening the Heart Pill."

This pill was originally a tonic specially made for the emperor by the imperial physicians, but Ye Yuanchen discovered that the dosage of one of the ingredients seemed to be excessive, and that this ingredient, when mixed with several other ingredients, might produce a chronic toxin. He was overjoyed, finally finding the key to the illness.

Ye Yuanchen returned to the palace with his findings and reported his investigation results to the emperor in detail. "Your Majesty, I have discovered a problem with the 'Nourishing Spirit and Heart-Tonifying Pill.' One of the ingredients in this medicine is in excessive amounts. Long-term use will lead to the accumulation of toxins in Your Majesty's body, thus causing Your Majesty's current illness."

The emperor was greatly shocked by Ye Yuanchen's words. He glared at the imperial physicians below and questioned them, "I have always trusted you, yet you have ordered me to take such a poisonous medicine. What are your intentions?"

The imperial physicians were terrified and knelt down in fear. One of them, trembling, explained, "Your Majesty, we had no such intention. This prescription is a classic tonic passed down through generations. We were simply preparing it according to custom and did not notice anything wrong with it."

Seeing this, Ye Yuanchen quickly said, "Your Majesty, this matter cannot be entirely blamed on the imperial physicians. This medicinal herb is not toxic when used alone; it only produces toxins when combined with other medicinal herbs in specific amounts. Moreover, the symptoms of this chronic poisoning are extremely subtle and difficult to detect."

The emperor's expression softened slightly after hearing Ye Yuanchen's explanation. However, his trust in the imperial physicians had greatly diminished. He looked at Ye Yuanchen and asked, "Then, in your opinion, how should I treat this?"

Ye Yuanchen pondered for a moment and said, “Your Majesty, first of all, you must stop taking the ‘Nourishing Spirit and Heart Pill.’ Then, I will prepare some detoxifying herbs for Your Majesty, and combine them with acupuncture and massage to help Your Majesty expel toxins from your body and regulate your health. However, this process may be quite lengthy, and Your Majesty will need to cooperate patiently.”

The emperor nodded and said, "In that case, I entrust you with full responsibility. If you can cure my illness, I will reward you handsomely."

After expressing his gratitude, Ye Yuanchen began to prepare an antidote for the emperor. Drawing on his knowledge of ancient herbs and modern medicine, he carefully selected several herbs with the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and brewed them according to a specific ratio.

While performing acupuncture and massage on the emperor, Ye Yuanchen was completely focused. His technique was precise and skillful; each needle was inserted accurately into the acupoints, and each massage was just right. Under his treatment, the emperor gradually felt some changes in his body; his previously heavy breathing seemed to have become much smoother.

However, Ye Yuanchen's treatment was not without its challenges. The imperial physicians harbored doubts about his methods and often made sarcastic remarks. Some powerful court nobles also disliked this suddenly appearing young man, believing he had stolen the limelight from the imperial physicians, and attempted to sabotage his treatment in secret.

Once, while Ye Yuanchen was preparing herbal medicine for the emperor, he discovered that the herbs in the medicine pot had been tampered with. Someone had secretly added some incompatible herbs, and if he hadn't discovered it in time, the consequences of the emperor taking the medicine would have been unimaginable. Ye Yuanchen knew in his heart that someone was deliberately framing him, but he showed no sign of backing down.

He reported the matter to the emperor, who was furious and ordered a thorough investigation. Under the meticulous investigation of the palace guards, the mastermind was finally uncovered. It turned out to be a eunuch who colluded with the imperial physicians, and out of jealousy for Ye Yuanchen's trust in the emperor, he plotted to frame him by sabotaging his treatment.

The emperor severely punished those responsible and placed even greater trust and reliance on Ye Yuanchen. Ye Yuanchen did not disappoint the emperor; under his meticulous treatment, the emperor's condition gradually improved. The emperor's complexion became rosy, his breathing became more stable, and he was able to handle some simple state affairs.

As the emperor's condition improved, Ye Yuanchen's position in the court became increasingly secure. He not only received rewards from the emperor but was also appointed as a court physician, acquiring his own residence and a retinue of servants. However, Ye Yuanchen did not become complacent with wealth and honor. He knew that his mission was not yet complete, and many medical challenges awaited his exploration.

In the palace, Ye Yuanchen befriended many high-ranking officials and nobles, and also interacted with some literati. Among them, Mu Wanyue, the daughter of a high-ranking official, greatly admired his medical skills and character. Mu Wanyue was gentle and beautiful, exceptionally talented, and had a deep interest in medicine. She often came to Ye Yuanchen to consult on medical matters, and the two gradually developed a deep affection for each other through their exchanges.

One day, Mu Wanyue came to visit Ye Yuanchen. She brought some pastries she had made herself and said to Ye Yuanchen with a smile, "Imperial Physician Ye, you've worked hard these past few days. I made some pastries, please have a taste."

Ye Yuanchen accepted the pastries, a warm feeling welling up in his heart. "Miss Mu, thank you for your kindness."

The two sat in the courtyard, enjoying snacks and discussing medicine. Mu Wanyue asked curiously, "Physician Ye, how do you possess such superb medical skills? Your treatment methods are vastly different from what I've seen before."

Ye Yuanchen smiled slightly, looked at Mu Wanyue, and said, "Miss Mu, to be honest, I have had some special opportunities and acquired some unique medical knowledge. I believe that medicine should not be limited to tradition, but should constantly explore and innovate in order to better treat patients."

Mu Wanyue nodded thoughtfully and said, "What Imperial Physician Ye said is very true. I also hope to make achievements in medicine like you, but it is ultimately very difficult for a woman to study medicine."

Ye Yuanchen encouraged her, "Miss Mu, you have such passion and talent for medicine, you shouldn't give up easily. As long as you persevere, you will definitely achieve something."

In his time with Mu Wanyue, Ye Yuanchen experienced an unprecedented warmth and understanding. The pressure and loneliness he felt in the palace gradually dissipated, and his heart was filled with gratitude and love for Mu Wanyue.

However, just when Ye Yuanchen thought everything was going well, a new crisis quietly descended. Some evil sects in the martial arts world, having heard of Ye Yuanchen's reputation in the imperial court, became jealous, believing he was stealing business from the itinerant doctors. They secretly conspired to launch a deadly revenge against Ye Yuanchen.