noffsinger Chapter 136 Let’s Call Off the Wedding?
Chapter 136 Let’s Call Off the Wedding?
In the majestic and magnificent palace, Emperor Tiansheng sat on the dragon throne, staring at the imperial physician who had just returned from the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. He frowned and asked in a low and anxious voice: "Is Zhan Shixuan's injury really that serious?" The imperial physician nodded solemnly and replied: "Your Majesty, it is true. General Zhan was originally in a weak state, and this injury made it worse. I am really not sure whether he can survive this."
Emperor Tiansheng narrowed his eyes slightly, thinking. After a moment, he sighed and murmured to himself: "Such a brave and fearless young man, but suffered such a bad fate, it is really a pity." Then, he turned to look at the imperial physician and gave an order in a firm tone: "No matter what, we must do our best to treat Zhan Shixuan! I will never allow such a talent to die easily."
The imperial physician quickly knelt down and kowtowed, responding respectfully: "I will obey the imperial edict! I will do my best and live up to your majesty's trust!" After the imperial physician left, Emperor Tiansheng stood up and walked hurriedly towards Ci'an Palace.
The Queen Mother was nervous when she saw Emperor Tiansheng coming suddenly. Because Lu Yi had not returned to the palace yet, she did not know the true condition of Zhan Shixuan. She looked at Emperor Tiansheng with suspicion and asked softly, "How can the emperor have time to visit me today?" Emperor Tiansheng walked up to the Queen Mother, sat down slowly, and said with a heavy face, "Mother, I have something to tell you. Zhan Shixuan has returned to the capital, but according to the imperial physician, his injuries are extremely serious and his life or death is uncertain."
When the Queen Mother heard this, her face turned pale instantly, her legs weakened and she almost collapsed to the ground. Her eyes suddenly turned red and tears welled up in her eyes. Fortunately, Nanny Ru beside her was quick to support her in time, thus avoiding a loss of composure. However, the Queen Mother suppressed her grief and tried to calm herself down, not wanting Emperor Tiansheng to notice anything.
The Queen Mother took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and said softly, "Wanyin?"
Emperor Tiansheng looked at the Queen Mother, and could not help but feel dissatisfied. He noticed that the Queen Mother was first concerned about Wanyin's marriage, not Zhan Shixuan's life and death. Emperor Tiansheng's eyes dimmed slightly, and he asked with a hint of reproach: "Mother, Zhan Shixuan is now dying, why are you only thinking about Wanyin's marriage?"
The Queen Mother quickly wiped away the tears from her eyes and explained, "Don't blame me, Your Majesty. I was just too worried at the moment, so I spoke without thinking. After all, Wanyin was raised in my palace, and her lifelong affairs have always been on my mind. I wonder what is the current situation of Zhan Shixuan? Is there any hope for his survival?"
Emperor Tiansheng was silent for a moment, then slowly replied: "The imperial doctors are trying their best to treat him, but... alas, the outcome is still unpredictable. Lord Zhan is seriously injured, and whether he can survive depends on his luck."
The Queen Mother clasped her hands together and prayed devoutly: "I hope God will protect Zhan Shixuan. He is not only an important official in the court, but also a pillar of the country! If anything happens to him, it will undoubtedly be a huge loss to our dynasty. Therefore, I beg God to protect him and help him get through this disaster."
Emperor Tiansheng nodded, agreeing with the Queen Mother's opinion, "I have ordered the imperial doctors to do their best to save Zhan Shixuan at all costs. I believe they will do their best."
However, the Queen Mother did not seem to be completely relieved. She continued, "Since Zhan Shixuan is so seriously injured, Wanyin's marriage with him should be cancelled. We cannot let a seriously injured person waste Wanyin's youth. It will not be too late to make plans after Zhan Shixuan recovers."
Emperor Tiansheng glanced at the Queen Mother and said firmly, "Let's talk about this later. The most important thing right now is to ensure Zhan Shixuan's safety. Other things can be put aside for the time being. As for Wanyin's marriage, I will discuss it again after Zhan Shixuan's condition stabilizes."
The empress dowager sighed, knowing that it was not appropriate to argue with the emperor at this time, so she said: "Well, I am indeed a little tired, please kneel down and greet the emperor. I hope that Zhan Shixuan will be able to recover soon." After that, the empress dowager turned and left, leaving Emperor Tiansheng standing there alone, thinking about something.