Reborn As Divine Doctor to Rule the World
Chapter 317 - Chapter 317 Chapter 318 How Many More Years to Live

Chapter 317: Chapter 318: How Many More Years to Live Chapter 317: Chapter 318: How Many More Years to Live As soon as Pei Chengye’s words fell, he could feel a murderous aura attacking him, and his heart chilled instantly as he watched his surroundings alertly.

Where did this murderous aura come from?

All he saw was Pei Huaian’s hand gripping tightly, his gaze icy as it landed on Pei Chengye.

He would not allow anyone to slander Shao He, much less insult her. Pei Chengye was truly reckless, and it seemed he still needed to be taught a lesson.

The Emperor, lying weakly in bed, listened to their quarreling voices and felt a splitting headache, eventually opening his eyes with an authoritative glare.

“I will ask you once more, how long do I have to live? If you do not tell the truth, I will have you executed by beating today!”

“Your Majesty’s health…”

“You had better think clearly before you speak, if something happens to me, I will have your whole family buried with me.” Judge Zhang instantly trembled in fear.

Judge Zhang had never imagined that such a thorny case would fall into his hands, and now that refusal was out of the question, what was he to do?

“Speak!”

The Emperor’s roar frightened Judge Zhang, who immediately knelt down and said while cupping his hands, “Your Majesty, this illness will likely allow for about one more year of life, the disease came so suddenly this time, it must have been caused by anger, as previously my examinations showed no such symptoms.”

“I dare not make any guarantees, I can only try my best to treat you, but as for the outcome, I cannot assure.”

Judge Zhang was truly scared at the moment, so he revealed everything without reservation, and even specifically avoided taking responsibility, fearing the Emperor would investigate further.

“You are the head of the Imperial Medical Bureau, are there no other methods at all?” Pei Chengye asked urgently.

Judge Zhang, with his head lowered, said, “I have already done my utmost.”

The Emperor turned his gaze to Shao He and asked again, “How long can I live if the surgery is successful?”

Shao He immediately cupped her hands and replied, “Your Majesty, if you can avoid getting angry, you’ll be no different from a normal person. This commoner girl recommends that you undergo surgery. If you delay, and the heart becomes too severe, even surgery will not be an option, then there will be only one outcome, you can only wait to die.”

As these words were spoken, the Empress immediately pointed at her and cursed loudly, “How dare you, you mere young female doctor, to make decisions for the Emperor. Guards, drag her away…”

Before she could finish, Pei Huaian immediately stood in front of Shao He, “Mother, isn’t this too hasty? You should know that she is the only one who can perform the surgery on Father right now.”

“Fine, I agree to the surgery.”

At these words, the room instantly fell silent.

All eyes fell on the figure in the bed as the Emperor slowly sat up, his face wearing an unprecedented fatigue and pallor.

“Your Majesty, do you want to reconsider? This concerns your life, and you must not take such a risk,” the Empress could not help but step forward to persuade.

Actually, whether the surgery succeeded or not, had both advantages and disadvantages for them. If the surgery was successful, the Emperor could live a few more years, giving them a chance to vie for more opportunity.

But if not, although the situation would be unfavorable for them, they could use the opportunity to frame Shao He for the crime, and even accuse Pei Huaian of conspiring with her to harm the Emperor, all for the sake of seizing the throne.

The Emperor pondered for a while before saying, “This matter is settled. In the coming months, Fifth Prince will oversee the state, Third Prince will assist, and specific affairs can be discussed with the Chancellor, the Grand Tutor, and other ministers.”

He believed that with Shao He’s medical skills, she would definitely help him through this difficult period. He did not want to die, at least not now.

Hearing this, Judge Zhang’s face turned pale as paper.

“Your Majesty, have you really decided to undergo the surgery?”

“Yes, keep this matter confidential for now. If anyone dares leak any news, I will not spare them.”

Upon hearing the Emperor’s resolute attitude, Judge Zhang sighed inwardly and turned to leave.

The Empress’s brows furrowed slightly, very dissatisfied with the Emperor’s arrangement, unable to believe that such power was granted to Pei Haolan and Pei Huaian.

Naturally feeling unfairness, she immediately said with a smile, “Your Majesty, Chengye is also of age to share some of the burden for you. Why not also let him help with court affairs, so that the Fifth Prince can relax a little and not be so exhausted.”

Hearing her seemingly righteous words, the Emperor glanced coldly at her and stated, “I understand your intentions, but I already have a plan.”

The Empress’s face changed abruptly at this, and she managed to muster a smile, lowering her head to hide the sinister look in her eyes, probing, “Your Majesty, Chengye cannot remain idle forever. It would be good to give him an opportunity to prove himself this time.”

“An opportunity to prove himself?”

“If it were not for him and the Zheng Family, how could I have become so aggrieved, becoming what I am now? It’s because I know of the schemes Zheng Family have been doing in the dark all these years. Not punishing them is already very lenient. And you dare to talk nonsense here, demanding that Second Prince also participate in the government affairs!”

Anger blazed in the Emperor’s eyes, his chest aching as he thought of all the things the Zheng Family had done.

Shao He quickly stepped forward and said, “Please, Your Majesty, do not get angry again. Your heart cannot withstand it. This will cause a rapid rise in blood pressure, leading to insufficient blood supply, and you may fall into a coma.”

The Empress had not expected him to discover the deeds of the Zheng Family, which made her wary. Could it be that the Emperor had already begun to suspect her?

Regardless, it seemed the discussion about Chengye participating in government affairs could not go on. She would have to look for another opportunity in the future, but such chances were likely to be few.

“Why not set the surgery for after the Emperor’s birthday?” Shao He suggested.

No one objected, not even the Emperor himself, and seeing the Emperor’s gaze, the Empress had no choice but to remain silent.