Chapter 187 Praise

Imperial Physician Zhu had tortured Luo Junhe with medicine for three years, and only being beaten thirty boards and thrown into the Dali Temple prison was far too lenient for him!

What she wanted was Imperial Physician Zhu's life!

With this matter settled, when Emperor Jingyang ordered everyone to withdraw, Ji Yuntang followed the Empress and Luo Qingge out the door.

After they had walked a considerable distance away from the Hall of State Affairs, the Empress took Ji Yuntang's hand and said, greatly relieved.

"Tang'er, you did a really good job with this matter. That Zhu Rushan, relying on his position in the Imperial Hospital and the Emperor's protection, has embezzled and extorted money in the Imperial Hospital for years. I've watched him get so cocky he forgot his place for years. By doing this, you've given him a lesson he'll never forget."

Ji Yuntang also smiled and said, "Imperial Physician Zhu's imprisonment also depended on Your Majesty's cooperation. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to successfully drag him down."

That's right, the reason the Empress's sedan chair passed by the gate of the Hall of State Affairs was because Ji Yuntang had met Tao Ye, a maid from the Phoenix Palace, when she entered the palace.

She deliberately dropped a note on the ground, having her pass a message to the Empress.

Because of Luo Xian'an's matter, the Empress herself had always detested Imperial Physician Zhu, believing Imperial Physician Zhu likely had a hand in Luo Xian'an's epilepsy not improving.

But she didn't understand medicine and had no concrete evidence, so she had never been able to convict him.

Now, thinking of this, the Empress directly asked, "Tang'er, tell me honestly, does Xian'an's epilepsy have anything to do with that old Zhu Rushan? Did he also tamper with my Xian'an?"

Ji Yuntang thought of the needle marks she had seen on Xiao Tuanzi last time and gently nodded.

"Your Majesty is right. The reason the Seventeenth Prince's illness frequently attacks is partly due to the maids inducing it with medicine, and on the other hand, because the treating physician didn't treat him properly."

"Imperial Physician Zhu only prescribed sedative medicine for the Seventeenth Prince, but that merely treats the symptoms, not the root cause. His treatment has never focused on the right thing. I suspect he did it on purpose."

"However, at that time, I had little influence, and Imperial Physician Zhu had considerable prestige in the palace. I was afraid Your Majesty wouldn't believe me, and also afraid of causing trouble for the Prince's mansion, so I didn't say anything. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

Ji Yuntang's attitude was respectful and sincere. The Empress smiled but did not blame her.

"Tang'er, your considerations were correct. First and foremost, you are the Princess of the Night Prince's mansion, and second, you are a physician. The Prince's mansion can't afford to lose you now, so you must not be in danger."

Having said this, the Empress's tone turned sharp.

"No matter why Zhu Rushan harmed my Xian'an, I'm very satisfied with this outcome. Once he's in the Dali Temple prison, he will never have a chance to turn things around."

Luo Qingge pouted and complained, "I'm afraid it won't be long before Father releases that old thief Zhu Rushan."

"I just don't get how Father thinks. He doesn't favor Third Brother but instead favors an outsider. How annoying."

The Empress sneered mockingly, lowering her voice.

"Ge'er, this is what Mother wants to tell you: in the palace, family ties among royalty are secondary; the most important thing is still interests."

"He favors whoever benefits that dirty thing. In his eyes, your Third Brother's achievements overshadow the ruler, and he's a big threat to the throne. How could he let your Third Brother have it easy?"

Luo Qingge stomped her foot angrily, "How can Father be this kind of person!"

The Empress patted her head and smiled, "Alright, let's not talk about that dirty thing anymore. Fortunately, your Third Brother is now safe and out of danger. Truly a blessing for Dongchen."

Ji Yuntang rarely entered the palace, so the Empress insisted she stay and enjoy a sumptuous lunch in the Phoenix Palace.

During the meal, both Luo Qingge and Luo Xian'an were there. Luo Jingshen saw Ji Yuntang here and wanted to come freeload at the Phoenix Palace, but the Empress turned him away citing gender separation.

She knew that Ji Yuntang disliked Luo Jingshen, and if he were there, the meal would certainly not be pleasant.

Ji Yuntang noticed this and was deeply grateful for the Empress's thoughtfulness.

Indeed, she didn't want to eat with Luo Jingshen; it would kill her appetite.

The Empress smiled warmly and thoughtfully served Ji Yuntang. "Tang'er, try this Dongpo Pork Elbow, it's a new dish from the Imperial Kitchen recently."

Ji Yuntang picked up the pork elbow, tasted it, and nodded with satisfaction.

"Delicious. This pork elbow is rich but not greasy, with a lingering aftertaste."

The Empress smiled slightly. "Tang'er, last time you gave me, Ge'er, and Nanny Shen three sets of skincare products for us to try, remember?"

"I followed your instructions, using them for skincare after washing my face every morning and evening. I've been using them for ten full days now, so I can give you my feedback now."

"Please go ahead, Your Majesty." Ji Yuntang became interested upon hearing this. She put down her chopsticks, looked at the Empress patiently, and waited for her to continue.

"The skincare set you gave me is wonderful. After using the facial cleanser, my face feels smooth. After applying the toner and lotion, I can feel my skin getting whiter and softer."

"And the eye cream you gave me, I use it every day. Now the lines under my eyes are almost invisible. Even if I ate bird's nest and drank milk every day, I wouldn't achieve this effect."

"Tang'er, you are truly my lucky star."

The Empress beamed, feeling the gloom in her heart completely swept away.

With better skin, a better mood, and looking younger, what did she need a man for?

Let someone else have that dirty thing!

From now on, she would live only for herself.

Luo Qingge had a plate full of peeled shrimp in front of her. She happily fed them to Luo Xian'an.

Overhearing their conversation, Luo Qingge eagerly chimed in.

She wiped her hands clean, touched her face, and her eyes sparkled.

"Third sister-in-law, what my mother said is right. The skincare set you gave me is so good. If you ask me how much I like them, I can only say I've already used up half the set."

"I not only use the lotion on my face, but also on my body. Now my body is also fair and smooth. I absolutely love it!"

"Next time you have extra, Third sister-in-law, you have to reserve ten sets for me. I'll pay whatever it costs."

Ji Yuntang smiled faintly. "I'm glad you and Qingge like them. When I have new products, I'll be sure to send them to you first."

Then she added, "You're my first customers, and VIPs at that. No charge."

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