Ping Zhao Lu

Chapter 128 Symptoms worsened

Chu Yunxiao sat there helplessly, sighing inwardly.

Just as he was about to stand up, a sudden sharp pain hit him like a sledgehammer hitting his head.

The pain came so suddenly that he had no time to react. His brows furrowed instantly and he involuntarily raised his hands to cover his aching head.

Xu Zhouye had been quietly watching the emperor when he suddenly noticed Chu Yunxiao's expression suddenly change, with beads of sweat beginning to form on his forehead. He immediately sensed something was wrong and quickly stepped forward, calling out with concern, "Your Majesty!"

Chu Yunxiao was already in such agony that he had his eyes squeezed shut, his chest heaving violently, as if every breath required immense effort. Despite this, he still managed to endure the pain and said, "I'm fine, Queen, don't worry..." However, his trembling voice could not mask the immense pain he was enduring.

How could Xu Zhouye possibly believe him? He was terribly anxious. Without hesitation, he turned around and shouted to the people outside the palace, "Quickly call the imperial physician!" Then, as if that wasn't enough, he hurriedly added, "Call Deputy Envoy Xiang from the Imperial Hospital's Pharmacy Bureau as well!"

After hearing the order, Zhao Dequan, who had hurried over to receive the order, did not dare to delay for even a moment. He quickly responded with a yes, then turned around and left quickly.

Xu Zhouye carefully supported Chu Yunxiao as he slowly walked towards the couch and gently let him lean on it. His face was filled with worry and anxiety, and his eyes never left Chu Yunxiao.

Chu Yunxiao sensed Xu Zhouye's concern and worry. He stretched out a hand with difficulty and held Xu Zhouye's hand tightly in his palm. At the same time, he gently patted the back of his hand with his other hand, trying to comfort him, "It's just an old problem. There's no need for the Queen to be so nervous."

However, the more he spoke, the more distressed Xu Zhouye became. Finally, he could only whisper, "I will not mention anything else. Your Majesty, please do not get angry and harm the dragon's body."

After hearing what Xu Zhouye said, the corners of Chu Yunxiao's lips rose slightly in an extremely subtle and imperceptible arc.

He slowly extended a slender and powerful hand, and gently pulled the person beside him into his broad and warm embrace. Just like that, the two of them snuggled tightly together.

After an unknown amount of time, a burst of hurried footsteps could be heard approaching from afar. Immediately afterwards, Doctor Chen and Xiang Heng arrived in a hurry.

Behind the pearl curtains, Imperial Physician Chen and Xiang Heng respectfully bowed to the Emperor and Empress on the soft couch, shouting in unison, "Your humble servants pay their respects to the Emperor and the Empress!"

"No need to bow! Come here quickly and show His Majesty what is going on!" Xu Zhouye sat up straight upon hearing the voice, and his eyes looked anxiously at the two people who were bowing through the crystal clear bead curtain.

Upon hearing the Queen's order, Doctor Chen and Xiang Heng did not dare to be negligent and answered in unison, "Yes!" Before they finished speaking, they strode forward quickly.

When he arrived in front of him, Chu Yunxiao cooperated very well and stretched out his right hand, placing it flat on the edge of the table so that Doctor Chen could take his pulse and diagnose his condition smoothly.

Xiang Heng, who was standing aside, bent his body slightly, raised his head and carefully observed the emperor's facial expression.

After about half a cup of tea, Doctor Chen suddenly frowned and said, "Your Majesty, this is caused by anger..."

Upon hearing this, Xiang Heng nodded in agreement, indicating that it was indeed the case. It was obviously just a headache caused by momentary anger, and there was no big problem.

Xu Zhouye frowned, his face as solemn as dark clouds, thinking to himself: Looking at the situation, the Prince of Huai must have really irritated His Majesty this time.

Doctor Chen, standing nearby, slowly withdrew his hand from the emperor's pulse, turned to look at Xu Zhouye, and solemnly instructed, "Your Highness, the prescription the emperor usually uses to relieve his headaches must not be discontinued." Xu Zhouye nodded slightly and replied softly, "Yes, I understand."

At this time, Xiang Heng, who was standing on the other side, frowned tightly, his heart full of doubts.

In his opinion, this was just an ordinary headache. As long as he paid more attention to it in his daily life, it should not be so serious. Why did he need to take medicine on time?

Thinking of this, Xiang Heng could no longer suppress his curiosity and asked Doctor Chen directly, "Doctor Chen, I wonder what prescription Your Majesty usually takes. Could you please let me take a look?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Chu Yunxiao and Xu Zhouye turned their gazes to Xiang Heng almost at the same time.

Doctor Chen obviously did not expect Xiang Heng to suddenly make such a request. He was stunned for a moment, but soon came to his senses and nodded slightly to indicate his agreement.

Then he reached into the medicine box, fumbled for a moment, took out a yellowed prescription, and handed it to Xiang Heng.

Xiang Heng hurriedly took the prescription with both hands, and then looked at it carefully with a focused expression.

This prescription includes a series of herbs such as Chuanxiong, White Peony Root, Angelica Sinensis, Rehmannia Glutinosa, and Peach Kernel. Proper combination of these herbs can help relieve tingling or swelling in the head.

On the surface, there didn't seem to be anything wrong.

"But what's the problem?" Doctor Chen looked serious, and his tone was mixed with a little panic that was difficult to conceal.

Chu Yunxiao and Xu Zhouye on the side also looked nervous, their eyes fixed on Xiang Heng.

Hearing this, Xiang Heng slowly raised his head, but his frown remained unfurled. He said softly, "Looking at the prescription itself, there's really no obvious problem. It's a common prescription for treating headaches."

As soon as these words were spoken, Doctor Chen's heart, which had been hanging in the air for a long time, finally settled down a little and he breathed a long sigh of relief.

This prescription has been jointly identified and confirmed by many colleagues in the Imperial Medical Service, so there should be absolutely no problems.

Xiang Heng's sudden questioning just now really scared him. His heartbeat instantly accelerated to the point that it seemed like it was about to burst through his chest, and he was extremely nervous.

After all, Xiang Heng is a descendant of the well-known miracle doctor Xiang. His family has been practicing medicine for generations and has accumulated profound medical attainments and a high reputation.

Even if it's just a few words he said casually, people would unconsciously develop an inexplicable sense of trust and conviction.

Just when Doctor Chen had just relaxed and his tense nerves had not yet completely calmed down, Xiang Heng spoke again, which made the relaxed expression that had just appeared on his face disappear instantly, and was replaced by an increasingly solemn frown.

"In my humble opinion, your Majesty's headache is merely a common ailment. It's likely due to your daily workload and overwork, resulting in a severe lack of rest. Symptoms like these are common to ordinary people, so frequent medication is unnecessary. As long as your Majesty takes good care of yourself and ensures adequate rest, you should be fine..."

After saying this, Xiang Heng bowed respectfully towards Chu Yunxiao, and then said slowly, "I hope Your Majesty will allow me to take your pulse."

Chu Yunxiao nodded slightly to show his agreement, then slowly extended his right hand again.

Seeing this, Xiang Heng hurriedly stepped forward and carefully placed his fingers on Chu Yunxiao's wrist.

Xu Zhouye, standing nearby, was visibly concerned, his gaze fixed on the two men, his heart in his throat. Doctor Chen, on the other hand, was feeling even more uneasy, with beads of sweat already forming on his forehead.

Time passed quietly, and everyone waited with bated breath.

After a while, Xiang Heng frowned and his expression became more solemn.

Finally, he slowly withdrew his hand and stepped back a few steps. Then, he clasped his hands together and bowed deeply, saying in a trembling voice, "Your Majesty... Pardon my frankness, but judging by the current situation, your headache seems to be getting worse!"

As soon as these words were spoken, it was like a thunderclap exploding in the ears of Chu Yunxiao and Xu Zhouye. Their hearts trembled suddenly and they were both shocked.

Doctor Chen was completely dumbfounded and stood there speechless for a long time.