Pampered by the Toughest Man After Divorce
Chapter 792: The Next Medicine (2)_1

Chapter 792: Chapter 792: The Next Medicine (2)_1

Lin Zhong was extremely unwilling to participate in this matter, but who was he to resist when his position was gained solely through his sister’s whispers in the Emperor’s ear?

Besides, the Virtuous Consort assured him that, once the matter was settled, the Emperor would certainly not blame him. On the contrary, he would be grateful and might even grant him a promotion.

Thus, Lin Zhong had no choice but to return to the woods with haste.

In the grove, Nan Feng watched as the Emperor finished his first bowl, only to request a second serving.

Since Nan Feng had initially planned to share the meal with Xiaoqing, she had only cooked five or six bowls’ worth. Now that the Emperor was present, Xiaoqing couldn’t join them, and the portion apparently still wasn’t enough.

As the Emperor ate, he remarked, "This chicken porridge has plenty of broth, which is to my taste. Having spent the day hunting in the forest, I didn’t hydrate nearly enough, so I am enjoying this very much. Nan Feng, don’t just watch me, eat some as well."

Nan Feng finished another bowl.

Not long after, the pot was nearly empty. Nan Feng sympathetically cast a glance at Xiaoqing. It seemed Xiaoqing would likely have to seek leftovers in the Dining Hall tonight.

As they ate, unexpectedly, Lin Zhong burst from the woods, looking strikingly flustered. Rushing forth, he nearly collided with the pot.

However, in that split second, he managed to sprinkle the medicine powder into the pot.

Only after he had accomplished this, did he feign the mannerism of, "Ah, so His Majesty is here."

"Forgive me, Majesty, I wasn’t aware you were here," Lin Zhong kneeled before the Emperor, looking properly frightened.

The Emperor frowned, then inquired, "And if I were not here, what would be your intent?"

"Majesty, I had come here chasing a rabbit. It was pure white and caught my eye in the forest, so I wanted to catch it for my sister, the Virtuous Consort, to play with. However, the cunning animal vanished right in this area. Might His Majesty have seen this rabbit?"

The Emperor did not respond, so Lin Zhong turned his question to Nan Feng, "Young Lady, did you see it?"

Nan Feng eyed Lin Zhong warily, feeling a mix of doubt and suspicion.

The Emperor surveyed Lin Zhong again. He had no weapon on his person, and there was no murderous intent in his demeanor. It seemed he posed no danger.

But the Emperor suspected that Lin Zhong was sent by the Virtuous Consort to watch him.

Who would have thought that the Virtuous Consort had become jealous, unable to endure the thought of him being with another woman.

"Your Majesty, I won’t disturb your meal any more. I... I’ll take my leave," stated Lin Zhong, devoid of maturity despite his eighteen or nineteen years, and seemingly prone to a dash of recklessness.

But the Emperor did not let Lin Zhong leave.

He had been enjoying his bowl of porridge and the company of Nan Feng. Though the woman wasn’t fond of him, she did not appear to despise him either.

However, after Lin Zhong’s interruption, the Emperor lost his appetite and handed his bowl to Eunuch Wan, "I’m full."

Eunuch Wan understood his command and went to wash the bowl by the riverside.

Nan Feng noted there was enough porridge for another bowl in the pot and wished for Xiaoqing to have some. But with the Emperor present, Xiaoqing surely would not dare to eat. Palace rules forbid the servants from eating in front of their masters, let alone before the Emperor.

Therefore, Nan Feng did not let Xiaoqing eat. She only handed her own bowl to Xiaoqing, instructing her to wash the dishes. The leftover bowl of porridge was emptied into the river.

Whether it was due to the Emperor’s unusual frugality or his enjoyment of the delicious porridge, he couldn’t bear to see Nan Feng waste food. So before Xiaoqing could wash the pot, he abruptly intervened, "Stop!"