A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace Chapter 1514 - 1512: A Stratagem to Delay the Enemy

Chapter 1512

Originally extremely skeptical, he had no choice but to retain a hint of doubt.

Yes, as long as there is even the slightest possibility, he cannot gamble with his son’s life.

"Forget it, let’s go back first, take this slowly later, cough, cough..."

Before he finished speaking, he suddenly started coughing violently.

Taken by surprise, he also spat out a mouthful of fresh blood.

"Pff..."

Facing the sea breeze, the blood blossomed like the most dazzling poppy flower on his chest.

"Taishang Huang!"

Li Deming cried out in shock.

"Someone, summon the Imperial Physician, summon the Imperial Physician!"

He shouted as he stepped forward to support the staggering Taishang Huang.

"Take it slow, the wind on the deck is chilly, let’s go to the cabin first!"

Zhao Junyao only felt a bit dizzy.

He looked at the bright red stain on his chest in disbelief, his mind suddenly blank.

When he regained his senses, Li Deming had already helped him into the cabin.

Several Imperial Physicians were already kneeling by his bed, checking his pulse.

Looking at the anxious and solemn expressions of the Imperial Physicians, seeing Li Deming’s face twisted in a mournful expression.

Zhao Junyao suddenly let out a light laugh.

"No need to fret, it’s only an old ailment!"

Li Deming dared not speak, and the Imperial Physicians had lost their confidence, exchanging glances.

Zhao Junyao continued.

"There are no outsiders here, tell me your verdict without hesitation! I will not blame you!"

Li Deming fell to his knees with a thud, crying.

"Taishang Huang, please don’t say that, you..."

Zhao Junyao gestured for him to speak no more, then turned to the Imperial Physicians.

"Speak!"

The Imperial Physicians exchanged looks, none daring to speak, until a somewhat younger Military Doctor stepped forward without hesitation.

"Reporting to Taishang Huang, this... at most two years, at least one year..."

The other Imperial Physicians were shocked by his boldness and then lowered their heads again.

The shock wasn’t at his answer, but his bluntness.

’Although it’s true, you should explain it with more detail.’

’Saying it directly, how does Taishang Huang accept it? This man, doesn’t he understand the protocols?’

Unexpectedly, Zhao Junyao chuckled lightly.

"One to two years left?"

"That’s enough!"

Qingqing, it seems I’ll have to work hard to accompany you a bit longer!

Rest assured, once this is over, I’ll surely be with you devotedly!

No matter if the skies fall, I won’t leave you unprotected.

...

The return journey sailed quickly.

Before night fell, they had already returned to Guangnan City.

That night, Zhao Junyao did not seek out Xia Ruqing, instead directly went to Zhao Qichen’s small courtyard.

Without delay, Zhao Junyao ordered all his trusted generals to the courtyard to receive orders.

Li Deming responded with worry.

’Taishang Huang has been bustling about all day, barely touching his dinner and medicine, how can his body endure such hardship?’

’Yet in this critical moment, he dares not dissuade!’

After notifying the generals.

Li Deming, having nothing else to do, turned to the small kitchen and the Physicians.

"Taishang Huang hasn’t eaten yet today, please prepare something light and palatable, make sure it’s not greasy!"

"Yes! Eunuch Li!"

The staff in the small kitchen replied respectfully.

Li Deming nodded in satisfaction and then sought out the Imperial Physicians.

Despite being helpless, the physicians assured him that they could supply premium supplements.

They immediately reassured Li Deming.

"Rest assured, Eunuch, our herbs are ample, any precious medicinal ingredients needed by Taishang Huang can be provided promptly!"

Only then did Li Deming feel relieved.

As night deepened.

Li Deming stood outside the study door, watching the bright lights within and the people coming and going, listening to the constant chatter inside.

He suddenly sighed deeply from within.

’Victory belongs to the king, defeat to the others!’

’No matter how glorious the emperor’s family looks on the surface, look at the current situation!’

’If not for Taishang Huang’s desperate efforts, who else in this dynasty could bear the burden?’

...

It was unknown how much time had passed.

Just as Li Deming could barely hold on, struggling to stay awake, several generals exited the study.

The bustling study finally quieted down.

Li Deming immediately awoke, signaling to the servants to quickly bring in the food and medicine, then entered the room himself.

"Taishang Huang!"

As soon as he entered, a strong smell of blood hit him.

Li Deming was utterly shocked, rushing forward.

He saw the freshly changed, clean clothes of Taishang Huang blood-soaked once again.

His complexion was ashen, his lips purple, devoid of any color, slumped on the chair before the desk as if his soul had been drained.

The position was extremely awkward, yet he seemed unable to rise.

Half-closing his eyes, breathing heavily as if he’d just finished a severe battle.

"Taishang Huang, what’s wrong? Someone! Physicians!! Physicians!"

Li Deming, sweating profusely, rushed to assist him.

Zhao Junyao, with the corners of his lips stained with fresh blood, wore a contented smile, seemingly speaking to himself.

"I..."

"I’ve arranged everything, awaiting the enemy to be caught in the trap!"

"This time, Suobuno... will not escape fate!"

Threatening his son’s life, irrespective of whether it’s true.

Suobuno, I will make you pay the price.

Li Deming quickly ordered others to help him lay down on the bed.

The Physicians arrived promptly.

After checking the pulse, acupuncture, and medicine, Zhao Junyao finally fell into a deep sleep.

The Imperial Physicians knelt on the ground, unable to speak.

The reality is as it is, excessive talk is pointless, their only recourse is to do their utmost.

Once Li Deming saw Taishang Huang sleeping soundly, he breathed a sigh of relief.

"Ladies and gentlemen, Taishang Huang... hasn’t eaten all day. Can he sustain himself?"

A Physician quickly replied.

"Eunuch Li, don’t worry, the medicines used by us for Taishang Huang are the most nourishing, temporarily there is no issue!"

"But starting tomorrow, it’s crucial to maintain a regular diet, eat, and medicate on time!"

Men need food as iron needs steel, and no matter how expensive the supplements, they cannot replace meals!

"Yes!" Li Deming replied.

The Physicians withdrew, leaving the small courtyard peaceful.

...

That night Zhao Junyao slept soundly, yet Xia Ruqing tossed and turned, unable to sleep.

"Zi Yue, do you think... the Emperor’s illness..."

As soon as she began, she felt dispirited and chose silence.

Zi Yue smiled.

"Don’t worry, madam, the Physicians say, as long as he avoids anger, cold, and dampness, Taishang Huang will always be safe and sound!"

Xia Ruqing forced a smile.

Ha, yet he cannot remain unprovoked, unwet, uncold!

...

Three days quickly passed.

Just as expected, Suobuno brought a grand army towards Guangnan.

Zhao Junyao sat on the southernmost city tower of Guangnan City, leisurely squinting at the approaching flags afar, his hand softly caressing a delicate box.

Inside were Zhao Qichen’s pair of Purple Gold Dragon Boots.