As soon as he returned to the palace, Zhu Di looked around and said, "Xiao Jingzi, why don't you close the door quickly? Let the other maids and eunuchs go out for me. I want to rest."
It was afternoon time, and the emperor didn't even have dinner. Xiao Jingzi knew in his heart that the emperor definitely wanted to test the pills, but he didn't want to be discovered by others, so as not to cause a joke, so he very wisely ordered all the maids and eunuchs in the palace to retreat.
Come down, don't disturb me if you have nothing to do, and close the door thoughtfully.
Zhu Di sat on the bed alone, opened the wooden box, looked at the dark pills, and took a closer look. It was so smelly that his face wrinkled like an orange. "How did my son eat it? Is there really an elixir?"
Is it miraculous?"
After hesitating again and again, Zhu Di simply pinched his nose, took a pill and put it in his mouth, and dissolved it with warm water. His mouth was full of bitterness, so he immediately swallowed two candied dates, and the bitterness was diluted a lot, and he breathed a sigh of relief.
, he has never taken such an unpleasant pill in his life, the taste is really hard to describe.
Xiao Jingzi just came in and wanted to test the medicine for the emperor, but found that the emperor had already taken it. His face turned pale with fright, "Your Majesty, the medicine is three parts poisonous, how can you take it randomly? What's going on? Do you want me to treat Dr. Kong immediately?"
Wait for someone to come over and diagnose the emperor's condition?"
"Shut up!" Zhu Di became anxious and threw a date core at Xiao Jingzi, "Don't make any noise about this matter. I didn't see the prince eating it alive. Do you want everyone to know that I just took the prince's medicine? Why did you even
You don’t wink either?”
If this matter spreads out, how much face will he have to face the ministers in the Jinluan Palace? He is already a man who is about to step into the coffin with one foot, let alone ruin his reputation.
Xiao Jingzi knew that he had said something wrong. No one could change the emperor's decision. Besides, the emperor had his own way. As a slave, he could only serve and carefully test, "Your Majesty, I want you to see what is in the bamboo basket. Have you seen it yet?"
Why don't you first follow Dong Palace's method and make a cup of hot water for you, and then you can taste it? The emperor is a loving father, and he is testing the properties of the medicine for the prince."
Finally having a better memory, Zhu Di waved his hand, drank a cup of chrysanthemum tea, didn't eat dinner, and went to bed early.
Xiao Jingzi was quite shocked. The emperor was worried about state affairs every day and could not sleep at night. Sometimes when it was time for the morning court, the emperor would still open his eyes. It was really strange today.
However, fortunately, the emperor snored loudly and could be heard throughout the palace. Xiao Jingzi felt relieved that the medicine was not poisonous and was indeed an elixir. He blew out the candles thoughtfully and exited cautiously. Tears of excitement ran down his face. Tonight,
He can also sleep well.
The next day, in the side hall of Jinluan Palace, all the ministers looked at the three poles in the sky. The emperor had not yet arrived and couldn't help but be anxious. King Zhu Gaoxu of Han Dynasty was even more worried about his father's health, so he had to send people to his father's palace to ask about Xiao Jingzi's condition.
Xiao Jingzi was suddenly awakened and ran to the emperor's palace on his stomach, only to find that the emperor had just gotten up and looked very happy.
Zhu Di glared, "Why did you crawl in here like a mouse so early in the morning?"
"Your Majesty, it's too late..."
Zhu Di: "..."
The sun was dazzling, and the courtiers were still waiting. Zhu Di stretched himself and washed himself up. He couldn't tell the ministers that he had delayed the morning court because he slept in, right?
In the past, I always felt that these people were getting royal salaries and not doing real work, but today I felt that they were extremely diligent, which gave Zhu Di a headache. "Let them all stand down first. I'm worried about the prince's affairs. I have a headache today. I will go to the court in the morning."
Cancel."
Xiao Jingzi yawned and ran away. Zhu Di felt refreshed. He was dizzy from the mountains of memorials and criticisms every day. He always thought he had read too much, but not only did he have a good sleep yesterday, he no longer had a headache today. He felt refreshed.
I feel refreshed and even feel energetic all over my body. It seems that King Chu's medicine is really effective, like an elixir.
In the past, when he stayed up late to criticize memorials, Zhu Di's eyes often had red bloodshot eyes, and he even felt his eyes hurt when he saw the wind. In severe cases, it was difficult to open his eyes, and the pain and swelling were unbearable. The imperial doctor at Tai Hospital just prescribed some medicine, but it worked.
It was very small, but after just two days of drinking Chu King's chrysanthemum tea, Zhu Di's eyes became much sharper, and he felt even more comfortable when reading the memorial.
The emperor was in a good mood these days, and Xiao Jingzi also came closer. Knowing that the emperor's favorite thing now was chrysanthemum tea, he was dedicated to serving it.
"Xiao Jingzi, the prince's health still hasn't improved? He hasn't gone to the morning court, so he must be not well. I'm really worried. Please go to the Prince of Chu's Mansion for me and ask for some elixirs for the prince. Remember,
Bring it to me first and let me inspect it. You can do this alone and do not take any action."
Zhu Di coughed lightly and spoke righteously. For the sake of his son, he, an old father, did not hesitate to lose face. He was really "a kind father and a filial son."
Xiao Jingzi shook his head and smiled bitterly. After receiving the emperor's oral instructions, he mourned for the prince in his heart. He did not go to the morning court, but the emperor took advantage.
In the Prince of Chu's Mansion, there has been nothing to do these days. Zhu Muchen is holding three baby babies, feeling very happy.
His Highness Taisun Zhu Zhanji brought some things over to express his gratitude, "My father's health has improved, thanks to King Chu. I will never forget your great kindness. I know you don't accept expensive gifts, but today these are all
A child's toy, given to the young prince and the two young princesses, don't refuse it."
Zhu Zhanji gave it to his children, and Zhu Muchen couldn't refuse it. When he opened the box, he saw that the toys were very delicate. It was obvious that they were specially made by a carpenter, and the surface was specially polished to avoid hurting the three children.
, the other party was indeed attentive and handed the child over to Aunt Su.
Before the two of them could talk, Xiao Jingzi came with a smile under the leadership of Aji. When he saw His Highness Taisun, everyone was stunned. Xiao Jingzi's face looked as if he had knocked over a soy sauce bottle.
It's ugly. Your Majesty, this servant wants to do something for you, but unfortunately, His Highness the Grand Sun is also there...
Xiao Jingzi was the right-hand man next to the emperor. Zhu Zhanji had two friendships with him. He couldn't help but ask: "My father-in-law is here today to reward the King of Chu? Or is it because the father wants to summon the King of Chu? Today,
It’s an unlucky thing for my highness to come here!”
Zhu Muchen was also keeping an eye on Xiao Jingzi. He just gave the prince a few medicinal materials and did not need a reward from the emperor. There had been no major events in the palace recently, so how could he summon a vassal king for no reason?
In the confused eyes of the two people, Xiao Jingzi hugged the whisk and said, "His Royal Highness Taisun has misunderstood. In addition to state affairs, the emperor is most worried about the body of His Highness the Crown Prince these days. Let the servant come and ask King Chu if there is any good medicine, eh
...It’s a black and exquisite elixir!”
Zhu Muchen: "..."
Is this a compliment or a derogation? In short, it is not a bad thing. Zhu Muchen breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Of course we have the elixir, but it will be prepared later before it can be sent to the Prince's Mansion. His Highness the Grand Sun is also here, so let's take it back with him."
Zhu Zhanji on the side was stunned. When he came here today, his father also knew about it and did not tell him to ask for the elixir from the Chu Palace. When did Xiao Jingzi work for the East Palace?
With doubts in his heart, Zhu Zhanji asked openly: "My father never said that the elixir in the wooden box at home..."
Suddenly something occurred to him. Zhu Zhanji twitched his lips and quickly covered his face. Xiao Jingzi was doing something for Grandpa Huang. This thing was not what his father wanted, but Grandpa Huang's idea, right? This was not sneaky, it was clearly a cover-up!
Xiao Jingzi imitated the serious look of the emperor and coughed, "Last time the emperor wanted to test the medicine for His Royal Highness, the elixir was lost by the servant. The emperor's fatherly heart can be seen from time to time. The servant felt very distressed after seeing it, so he had to
Asking for medicine in the name of the East Palace is really a slave's fault. I hope His Highness Taisun and the King of Chu will forgive me!"
I feel like crying but my heart is full of tears. Your Majesty, Xiao Jingzi has already worked hard. These two are very smart people. I will take the blame for you first. Whether they believe it or not is beyond my control.
Zhu Muchen was shocked. His Royal Highness took the medicine because he was ill, but who knew that the emperor actually believed that the folk elixir said he secretly took the medicine. It was effective after taking it. Come and ask for it from him? What if you can't get the "elixir" back today?
, Xiao Jingzi will definitely not leave.
But since the elixir is good for the emperor's health, Zhu Muchen is also willing to accompany him in acting, "Aji, go prepare the medicinal materials for that day again, this time prepare two portions to fulfill the emperor's fatherly heart."
Xiao Jingzi waited here for a moment. Zhang Dahu pulled the doctor over. The doctor covered his face, for fear of being seen. It was too embarrassing. Such ugly elixirs had to be made again, and they had to be made in the presence of His Highness the Grand Sun.
In front of outsiders, apart from Prince Chu's Mansion, there may be no place for him in the world.
When making this time, Zhu Muchen asked the doctor to add some syrup. This was also to take care of the emperor. The making process was very familiar. It was much prettier and less bitter than the last elixir. There were two large wooden boxes full, and Zhu Muchen handed them all over.
In Xiao Jingzi's arms, he said seriously: "I know the emperor's loving fatherly heart. In ancient times, Li Shizhen tasted medicine for the people, and now the emperor tests medicine for his son. It's really touching. Father-in-law, walk slowly!"
Several people had strange expressions on their faces as they watched Xiao Jingzi leave.
Although Zhu Gaochi took the medicine, his body was not as lively as before. He had been resting in the palace, and occasionally came out for a walk. His spirits were much better than when he was seriously ill.
Zhu Di looked at his son and now had no energy to help Zhu Zhanji find a marriage, so he personally decided to arrange the marriage for his grandson.
He especially loves this grandson, and often follows him in the Northern and Southern Expeditions. The last Northern Expedition was extremely dangerous, and no one could guarantee that he would come back alive. When going to the battlefield, you must be prepared to die on the battlefield. If you don't come back, donggong
The incense cannot be cut off, at least a trace of blood can be saved for the old Zhu family.
Zhu Di issued an order without further delay, "I heard that the prince can move around, so there is no need for the princess to serve him every day. She should worry about Zhanji. Zhanji is of marriageable age, and no man of his age in Nanjing can
Now that you have a family and a career, let the princess hurry up and don't delay."
The emperor's oral order was quickly sent to the East Palace. The princess was frightened to accept the order and felt guilty. She was too worried about her husband and she really forgot about her son. She really shouldn't have. Thanks to her father for reminding her.?
