Upon hearing this, Meng Yao smiled, indicating her understanding. Mothers worrying about their sons’ marriages, isn’t that normal? Therefore, Madam Zhao thinking about Zhao Ting’s marriage is not wrong. "The main issue is not that, it’s..." Madam Zhao glanced at Zhao Ting, sighed, "The Grand Princess wants to recruit A-Ting as the Prince Consort. His Majesty initially seemed willing too, but A-Ting made up an excuse about having a chronic illness, asking His Majesty for some time to seek renowned doctors." Meng Yao understood, fearing this Grand Princess still hadn’t given up. Then, some things were discovered, plus Xiaohua had offended Commandery Princess Bao Ping. So, it’s very likely the Grand Princess took action. "Madam, do you mean that the grievances Xiaohua suffered this time must just be endured?" Meng Yao asked. "Of course not. Although our Zhao Family is made up of subjects, we cannot be bullied at will. Xiaohua is my dear granddaughter. As her grandmother, I can’t just watch her being bullied. However, the status of the Grand Princess is indeed... His Majesty holds this elder sister in high esteem," Madam Zhao said. Meng Yao pondered, in a society where imperial power reigns, fairness is indeed scarce. For common people, their lives are as insignificant as ants, as grass. "If it’s difficult, I’ll find my own way to resolve it." Meng Yao considered and said. Although she can’t oppose openly, using some means covertly to vent some frustration is always possible. "I’ll enter the palace. Besides, I have matters to report to His Majesty." Zhao Ting said. Upon returning to the capital, he should have entered the palace immediately. However, having feigned a serious injury, he first returned home. "Don’t worry, Xiaohua, Father won’t let anything happen to you." Zhao Ting repeated. "Hurry, go quickly." Madam Zhao urged. Zhao Ting called for someone to bring a wheelchair, then took a pill. Shortly, his face visibly paled, even his breathing varied between heavy and light. Meng Yao took his pulse, which was extremely unstable. Such a pulse conveys to a physician that the person could drop dead at any moment. "Can’t be seen through?" Meng Yao asked. "Naturally." Zhao Ting affirmed. This was indeed his proud talent. His skill at saving lives and treating illnesses was average. But in concocting pills that make a person look exceptionally unwell, he was very proficient, coupled with his superb acting skills, people unaware could not see through anything. Follow current novels on 𝔫𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔩~𝔣𝔦𝔯𝔢~𝔫𝔢𝔱 After all, he had honed this acting skill to perfection since childhood. "Then be careful." Meng Yao advised. After Zhao Ting left, Meng Yao also decided to depart. Despite Madam Zhao’s attempts to keep her, she sent Huang Ying to accompany and attend to Meng Yao, while also arranging their accommodation. At Madam Zhao’s insistence, Meng Yao went along with her wishes. Leaving Zhao Mansion, Meng Yao took Zhao Xiaohua straight to Du Mansion. Having come, it wouldn’t do to let Dahe and Xiaohua continue staying in Du Mansion. After troubling them for so many days, she had to express her gratitude. Du Ruyi was delighted to see Meng Yao. He held Meng Yao’s hand and repeatedly asked where she had been. Meng Yao replied one by one, and also asked Du Ruyi to take her to see Madam Du. Although Dahe and Xiaohua were left by Du Ruyi, if Madam Du didn’t agree, Du Ruyi couldn’t have kept them. After Du Ruyi introduced her to Madam Du, Madam Du displayed just the right amount of enthusiasm. This was the benefactor of her sister-in-law, naturally also the benefactor of her and her husband. Madam Du sincerely invited Meng Yao to stay in the mansion, but after Meng Yao thanked Madam Du, she stated that she had found a place to stay and didn’t want to impose. Seeing that Meng Yao was not just being polite, Madam Du didn’t insist and sent some necessities as gifts to Meng Yao. These, Meng Yao did not refuse. When Zhao Dahe was about to leave, Du Jingtiao was somewhat reluctant to part with him. Zhao Dahe promised to invite him to his home once he was settled and to visit frequently. Du Jingtiao gifted Zhao Dahe with a set of the four treasures of the study and a few valuable books, which were his handwritten copies. After leaving Du Mansion, Meng Yao directly had Huang Ying take her to a broker. As she hadn’t yet decided where to go next, the first step was to rent a house for temporary stay. Huang Ying was capable, having already rented a tranquil and elegant residence without given instructions from Meng Yao. The small two-courtyard house was perfect as a temporary abode. Moreover, Huang Ying hired people from the broker to clean the house inside and out, and personally purchased bedding and various daily necessities. In short, everything was meticulously arranged. Meng Yao thanked Huang Ying politely. "Madam, you’re too kind to this servant. This is what I should do," Huang Ying said gracefully. "The way you address me is inappropriate." Meng Yao said. "The elder madam has acknowledged you as the daughter-in-law, so this servant must address you as madam," Huang Ying said, "Otherwise, the elder madam would surely reprimand this servant." Speechless, what should I do? As one story unfolds, another comes to a close. The process of Zhao Ting entering the palace went smoothly, indeed, he was carried the entire way, without needing to say a word. Seeing Zhao Ting, Emperor Jing’s dissatisfaction over him not entering the palace immediately dissipated. "Quick, summon Imperial Physician Li." Emperor Jing’s tone was anxious, "No, have all those on duty at the Imperial Hospital come. Those not on duty, also order my decree to summon them to the palace." "Your Majesty..." Zhao Ting raised his trembling hand, attempting to stop him. However, the words "Your Majesty" seemed to exhaust him immensely. He clutched his chest, gasping heavily. "Don’t speak, don’t speak anymore," Emperor Jing hurriedly instructed, "Let the Imperial Physician see you first, then talk." He was truly afraid Zhao Ting might just pass away with a single breath. At this moment, amidst numerous troubles, with the Heaven and Earth Sect wreaking havoc, every minister seemed potentially infiltrated by them. Only Zhao Ting was unmistakably loyal to him. He hoped for this loyal minister’s well-being. Imperial Physician Li arrived quickly. As he saluted, he noticed Zhao Ting appearing as if he were on the brink of death. Observing without any questioning or examination revealed Zhao Ting’s poor condition. Last meeting was merely unspeakable, this time, unspeakable ailments were nothing compared to the imminent loss of life. "Beloved Imperial Physician Li, no need for formalities, quickly examine A-Ting." Emperor Jing’s tone was urgent. This address revealed the emperor’s personal friendship with General Zhao, so Imperial Physician Li mustered his full attention to take Zhao Ting’s pulse. The pulse was irregular, shifting between light and heavy; keeping him alive was truly a miracle. Imperial Physician Li meticulously examined both the left and right hands. The results were the same poor pulse. He wanted to say, take him back, let him enjoy whatever food he wants, fulfill any unfulfilled wishes while he still can, or he might not have the chance. Yet, seeing the emperor, it was clear he was not willing for General Zhao to miss any chance. "Beloved Imperial Physician Li, how is A-Ting’s health?" Emperor Jing asked urgently.