Reborn As Divine Doctor to Rule the World
Chapter 545 - 547 Expensive Bride Price

Chapter 545: Chapter 547 Expensive Bride Price

Today, the Capital City was particularly bustling. Pei Huaian rode a white steed, with drums and gongs clamoring in front of him and dozens of guards behind him, carrying many red boxes that appeared to be betrothal gifts.

Shao He, in order to avoid the hustle, did not go to Anji Hall today and was instead reading in the courtyard.

Xiao Linzhang had been called near the imperial palace because The Emperor’s health was declining day by day, and he wished to spend a few more days with Xiao Linzhang.

As a result, Qing Shan also followed to the palace to take care of him, leaving only Qingxia and nanny in the courtyard.

Qingxia, who was always restless, heard the noisy commotion outside and couldn’t help but walk out curiously.

Seeing the long procession approaching, Qingxia cried out in a fluster, "Miss, Miss, you must take a look!"

Shao He responded indifferently, "Hmm."

Qingxia waited for a long time but saw no one coming. She ran over, snatched the book from her hands, put it on the table, and dragged her towards the doorway.

"When will you ever change this frantic manner of yours?"

"It’s not that, Miss. Look, look!"

Shao He turned her head to see Pei Huaian signaling the entourage to stop and dismounted in front of her.

Ah Mo immediately commanded the guards to carry all the boxes into the courtyard.

"What is this?" Shao He asked, puzzled.

"The betrothal gifts," Pei Huaian replied.

By then, Ah Mo had directed his men to move all the boxes into the courtyard and proceeded to hand over a red invitation.

"This lists all the names of the betrothal gifts. Please have a look."

Shao He took the red invitation, glanced at it for a moment, then looked up at Pei Huaian, "Do they need to be so valuable?"

"A pair of Mountain and Sea Pearls, a pair of Luminous Pearls, coral, agate, tourmaline... and one hundred and eight various gems, twenty catties of jade and gold, and a box of assorted fine silks."

Mountain and Sea Pearls? Coral, agate, jade, and gold?

The corner of Shao He’s mouth twitched as she thought about how much all these items must be worth in silver. She wondered if she would never have to worry about food and drink in the future.

"Do you like them?" Pei Huaian asked with a light laugh.

"Are you sure you want to give them to me?" Shao He said, unable to hold back.

Pei Huaian was startled for a moment, then burst into hearty laughter.

"Who else could I give them to?"

As they spoke, he took a Jade Pendant from his waist and placed it into Shao He’s hands, "You know what this Jade Pendant represents better than I do, don’t you?"

Shao He held the Jade Pendant, thinking back to Pei Huaian’s words beside Consort Ming’s grave.

This Jade Pendant was the most precious relic left by his late mother, his only keepsake, and also the token of command for the Hidden Guard.

Seeing Shao He silent for a long while, Pei Huaian became somewhat uneasy, "Do you not wish to accept it?"

Upon hearing this, Shao He hurriedly tucked the Jade Pendant into her bosom, "Why wouldn’t I want such a good thing? No one would ever complain about having too much silver."

Pei Huaian’s hanging heart finally settled. He had thought Shao He would not so easily accept, and the result was indeed beyond his expectation.

Shao He waved her hand in front of his eyes and teased, "Could it be that you’re thinking of some other lady?"

"Yes," Pei Huaian admitted frankly.

"You... mmph..."

Shao He’s angry words were trapped between their lips as the cool sensation of his lips pressed against her soft ones.

Qingxia and the others blushed and quickly lowered their heads.

Moments later, Pei Huaian released her and lifted his hand to wipe his thin lips, "Naturally, I was missing you, the lady in question."

"Considering the betrothal gifts, I’ll let this go. Take care on your way. No need to see you out!"

Shao He returned to the courtyard with Qingxia, and just as Pei Huaian was about to follow, the door was slammed shut with a "bang."

Pei Huaian stood outside the door, touched his nose, sighed helplessly, and walked away.

Pei Huaian’s betrothal gifts caused a sensation throughout the Capital City, with many speculating whether he was marrying Doctor Shao for her medical skills or because he truly liked this woman.

Or perhaps it was a shot-gun wedding, given that they shared a legitimate grandson recognized by The Emperor.

Unbeknownst to her, Shao He had become a much sought-after figure in the Capital City.

But as for all this, Shao He was unaware, because at the moment, she was entangled with Jhiang Yijia.

Shao He listened to the incessant chatter, her eyelids fighting a losing battle as she drifted off to sleep.

Jhiang Yijia looked up to see the sleeping person, and could only sigh helplessly.

"Who knows if she has taken any of what I said to heart."

Just as she was about to wake Shao He, a low voice stopped her.

"Don’t move!"

Jhiang Yijia was so frightened she didn’t dare to move, her hand still in the position of trying to push, as she glanced sideways at the newcomer.

Pei Huaian carried the sleeping person to the room while Jhiang Yijia’s arm finally drooped, looking sadly at Qingxia.

"Isn’t this too brazen of them, and moreover, meeting before the wedding is quite improper," she lamented.

Qingxia shrugged helplessly, "As if you could persuade the Crown Prince."

"True," Jhiang Yijia nodded in agreement, the two of them have always been unconventional, probably unconcerned with these mundane matters.

In the room, Pei Huaian gently laid the person on the bed and was about to withdraw his arm when Shao He rolled over and embraced his neck.

Pei Huaian tumbled onto the bed, careful not to crush the person beneath him, propping himself up with his other hand.

Their noses nearly touching, their warm breaths mingling on each other’s face, Pei Huaian’s self-control slipped further away.