My Aloof Lord Ex-Husband Begs for Remarriage
Chapter 221 - 222 Reminder

Chapter 221: Chapter 222 Reminder

Consort Yu’s demeanor showed some hesitation.

Chu Nanli moved closer, whispering in her ear, "Just speak your mind."

Only then Consort Yu began to stammer as she started, "I am worried... that if the Emperor finds out I’ve contracted smallpox, he will despise me, thinking I’m an ill-omened person."

Chu Nanli could fully understand Consort Yu’s mindset.

After all, in this imperial harem, gaining the Emperor’s favor is extremely important.

However, she could not conceal Consort Yu’s illness on her behalf.

"Consort Yu, I understand, if this matter were to get out, you would risk losing favor,"

"But if we conceal this, the consequences won’t just be as simple as losing favor, it could possibly implicate your maternal family," Chu Nanli said earnestly.

She wasn’t threatening Consort Yu, merely explaining the potential consequences.

Indeed, after hearing Chu Nanli’s words, Consort Yu appeared more hesitant.

"Consort Yu, your current status is already very high, and the Emperor cherishes you deeply. Your illness is nothing serious and is completely curable,"

"I believe that as long as you recover promptly, the Emperor will harbor no grudges. If the Emperor were to simply despise you because you’ve been ill, then he wouldn’t be worth your sincere devotion."

After hearing Chu Nanli’s words, Consort Yu was evidently taken aback.

Chu Nanli’s words were quite bold, but not without reason.

Yes, if the Emperor were so fickle and heartless, why should she cling to that favor?

After all, she had already received plenty.

It really wasn’t necessary to risk her family for that bit of favor.

Chu Nanli had said all of this because Consort Yu had once helped her, and she could see Consort Yu was also a person of genuine emotions.

After listening to Chu Nanli, Consort Yu had an instant epiphany.

"You’re right," she said.

Seeing that Consort Yu had seen reason, Chu Nanli was also very relieved, "Rest assured, I will cure you and ensure there will be absolutely no scars. You just need to rest."

Only then did Consort Yu close her eyes with peace of mind.

Chu Nanli turned to Zhuang Muyan and said, "You go and report this matter to the Emperor."

"Mm," Zhuang Muyan, excited, nodded and looked at Chu Nanli with even more admiration.

His master was indeed impressive, having convinced Consort Yu with just a few words.

Zhuang Muyan left Consort Yu’s chamber and was about to walk out of the courtyard when he was stopped by Ji Shen.

"Muyan, what exactly is going on? Does Consort Yu really have smallpox?" Ji Shen blocked Zhuang Muyan’s path, his face full of urgency.

Zhuang Muyan didn’t want to bother with him, but seeing that he wasn’t wearing a mask, Zhuang Muyan still kindly reminded him.

"Yes, smallpox is contagious, Ji Shen, you better put on a mask and stop wandering around," Zhuang Muyan said gently.

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Ji Shen frowned, his eyes flashing with disdain, "Consort Yu is merely suffering from a common fever, how could it possibly be smallpox?"

"Smallpox, it’s just a disease documented in ancient books, never seen before.

"How could that young female physician make such an outrageous claim after just reading a few books?" Ji Shen furrowed his brows, somewhat anxious.

Smallpox is a highly infectious serious disease, not to be underestimated.

Spreading rumors that Consort Yu has contracted smallpox carelessly is no small matter, as it could easily trigger a panic throughout the entire palace.

Seeing Ji Shen’s stubbornness, Zhuang Muyan knew arguing was futile.

"You don’t have to believe it, but please stay here and don’t run around. If you spread the smallpox, you know the consequences," Zhuang Muyan said with a deep look at Ji Shen before he prepared to leave.

Ji Shen’s face immediately darkened, and he was practically fuming.

Good intentions are wasted!

He was so angry he wanted to storm off, but a guard at the courtyard gate stopped him.

"I’m sorry, our master has ordered that no one can leave this courtyard."

Ji Shen grew even angrier.

"Imperial Physician Ji, you should really wear a mask," the guard offered Ji Shen a mask.

Ji Shen, with no outlet for his rage, scowled and shoved the guard’s hand aside.

"Get lost!"