My Aloof Lord Ex-Husband Begs for Remarriage
Chapter 222 - 223: The Cheap Woman

Chapter 222: Chapter 223: The Cheap Woman

The guard was getting irritated, "Hmph, if you won’t bring it then don’t, but let’s see what you do when you get infected!"

In their eyes, such a contagious disease was something to be avoided at all costs.

Yet this Imperial Physician didn’t seem to avoid it one bit.

It was a case of casting pearls before swine.

Ji Shen was almost bursting with rage.

He didn’t want to stoop to arguing with the guard, so he silently walked to a pillar at the entrance of the palace and sat down.

Inside the palace, Chu Nanli administered a fever reducer to Concubine Yu, followed by antibiotics.

Finally, she covered her with a blanket, encouraging her to sweat it out.

The fever could be brought down swiftly, but the rash would take some time to subside.

But Chu Nanli had promised Concubine Yu that she would recover swiftly, so she punctured some blisters and eventually applied Shuhen Ointment.

Concubine Yu’s body was covered with many spots, so it required quite an effort on her part.

Meanwhile, Zhuang Muyan.

When he rushed hurriedly to the Yangxin Hall where the Emperor was located, the Emperor had just finished reviewing documents and was enjoying the cool breeze in the pavilion, accompanied by several concubines.

The Emperor was already over forty years old but well-maintained, without any signs of excess weight.

He had thick brows and handsome eyes, and on closer examination, resembled Ye Jiuxiao to some degree, though his features were not as exquisitely beautiful.

An aura of authority surrounded him, clearly a person long accustomed to the pinnacle of power, and even while seated, he carried an air of unspoken authority.

The concubines sitting beside him all looked at him with adoring eyes, including Concubine Yang Shu.

"Why is Imperial Physician Zhuang wearing a mask?"

After a brief salute by Zhuang Muyan, the Emperor spoke in a gentle tone.

Zhuang Muyan quickly said, "Your Majesty, please forgive me, I should not appear before you like this, but this matter cannot be made clear without a direct report."

The Emperor realized the gravity of the situation and his expression turned serious instantly.

"Speak your mind."

The other concubines too looked curiously at Zhuang Muyan.

Zhuang Muyan remained on his knees, not daring to stand up, and said, "Your Majesty, Concubine Yu has contracted smallpox."

"What?" The Emperor’s brow furrowed instantly.

The other concubines were also struck with shock, some retreating a few steps back.

"Smallpox? Are you certain? That’s contagious!" Concubine Yang Shu, pale with fear, shrieked.

The other concubines were also somewhat in a panic.

The Emperor frowned slightly, displeased, and cast them a cool glance, making them realize their misconduct.

A few of the concubines silently blamed Yang Shu for causing an unnecessary commotion.

"Continue," the Emperor commanded.

Zhuang Muyan recounted Concubine Yu’s condition and added, "Luckily, my master Chu Nanli is here. She says she can cure Concubine Yu’s disease, and she has already controlled those who have come into contact with Concubine Yu, ensuring that the smallpox does not spread."

"I also came to report with a mask on, ensuring that I wouldn’t infect you."

"Mm, understood. Tell your master to treat her well, and if she recovers, there will be a great reward!" the Emperor said, and with a look of disgust, he left.

He was somewhat repulsed and thought to keep as far from Zhuang Muyan as possible.

If Zhuang Muyan dare to infect him with smallpox, dying ten times wouldn’t be punishment enough!

The other concubines, once they caught on, were equally repulsed.

Especially Concubine Yang Shu, who became even more irritated upon hearing Chu Nanli’s name.

"That wretched Chu Nanli, always causing problems for my son!"

Not only did she bring infection upon herself, but if she really couldn’t cure it, it would be the War King Residence that suffered.

"This won’t do, I must tell Yunting!" muttered Concubine Yang Shu, then she hurriedly left the palace.