Reborn As Divine Doctor to Rule the World
Chapter 322 - Chapter 322 Chapter 323 Do Not Be Trapped by Love Affairs

Chapter 322: Chapter 323: Do Not Be Trapped by Love Affairs Chapter 322: Chapter 323: Do Not Be Trapped by Love Affairs The Empress Dowager’s eyes glinted with insight as she began to calculate, “Since her medical skills are so formidable, we absolutely cannot allow her to become a pawn for others. It would be best to keep her by the Emperor’s side, so she can wholeheartedly take good care of him.”

“Imperial Grandmother…”

“I have decided to have the Emperor take her as a Consort. Wouldn’t everyone be happy with that? She could devote herself to treating the Emperor and not be bought by anyone else,” the Empress Dowager thought that only in this way, would a woman be willing to stay.

Upon hearing this, Pei Huaian immediately objected, “That’s not possible.”

As soon as he spoke, the Empress Dowager’s brows furrowed tightly, displeasure written on her face, “Why not?”

“Replying to Imperial Grandmother, Shao He still has a child, and she was once the Lady Marquess of Pingnan.” Pei Huaian had no choice but to reveal everything about her child and her identity to dispel the Imperial Grandmother’s thoughts.

The Empress Dowager’s eyes fixed intently on Pei Huaian, as if trying to see right through him.

For a long stretch, the Empress Dowager fell silent, not speaking for a while, and Pei Huaian didn’t dare rush her, standing quietly in place.

After a while, the Empress Dowager looked up at Pei Huaian, her gaze sharp and her tone harsh, “You seem very concerned about this female doctor?”

“Your grandson is just…”

“I only value her medical skills, I don’t mind her background.”

The Empress Dowager could tell that Pei Huaian cared for Doctor Shao, otherwise, he wouldn’t be so anxious.

Pei Huaian pondered what the Empress Dowager meant by her words, wondering if it was possible to accept Shao He, which surprised him somewhat.

Before he could ask, the Empress Dowager slowly said, “You are the Emperor’s most cherished son. Although he always pretends to be indifferent, he cares about you more than anyone else.”

“Your grandson understands.”

“Hmm, it’s best that you do. I know you are as wise and intelligent as Consort Ming, and I hope you will value familial blood ties and not get ensnared by romantic affection.”

Pei Huaian knew that the Empress Dowager was warning him, both openly and subtly, not to be swayed by emotions. He nodded in agreement.

“Your grandson will strictly adhere to Grandmother’s teachings!”

The Empress Dowager’s expression softened, returning to a kindly and gentle demeanor, “It’s good that you understand.”

Seeing the Empress Dowager looking tired, Pei Huaian poured a cup of hot tea and handed it to her, comforting, “Imperial Grandmother, please relax. Doctor Shao’s medical skills are excellent, and I believe he can certainly cure Father Emperor.”

“If that’s true, nothing could be better. I’m just afraid…”

The Empress Dowager felt uneasy ever since she had returned, as if something significant was about to happen. Every time she saw the Emperor, her heart ached with pity, yet she felt powerless to help him bear anything.

“It won’t happen, Father Emperor will surely live a long and healthy life,” Pei Huaian rejected the notion, knowing the Empress Dowager’s worries.

“You are such a filial child.”

The Empress Dowager chatted with him for a while before waving him off.

Pei Huaian had just left the courtyard when someone called out to stop him.

Turning towards the source of the voice, he saw it was Pei Jingyi.

Pei Jingyi approached, saluted him, and called out “Fifth Brother.”

Pei Huaian returned the salute, a smile curling up at the corner of his mouth, “Fourth Imperial Brother, what brings you to chat with me today?”

“It’s been a while since we’ve had a drink together. How about I treat you?” Pei Jingyi got straight to the point.

“Fourth Imperial Brother is so kind!”

“Surely you wouldn’t refuse to give your brother this face, would you?”

As he spoke, Pei Jingyi placed a hand on Pei Huaian’s shoulder, displaying a facade of brotherly affection with a gleam of calculation in his eyes.

“With such a cordial invitation from Fourth Imperial Brother, of course, I will honor it.”

Pei Jingyi smilingly curled his lips, a sharp glint in his eyes, “Thank you for gracing me with your presence, Fifth Brother!”

The two left the house, and choosing a teahouse at random, they ordered a pot of tea and two plates of appetizers.

Pei Huaian picked up his cup, sipping gently at the steaming tea, and gazing at the man opposite him with narrowly squinted eyes, “Fourth Imperial Brother, what brings you to visit me today?”

Pei Jingyi raised his teacup to clink with Pei Huaian’s, tilted his head back to drain the liquor, a hint of maliciousness crossing his eyes.

Setting down the cup, his eyes regained their calm, he said lightly, “This time, I’m here to ask you, Fifth Brother, have you thought over what we discussed last time?”

A sly smile played on Pei Huaian’s lips, “Didn’t I say I would help Fourth Imperial Brother?”

Pei Jingyi glanced at Pei Huaian and suddenly exclaimed, “Why pretend to be puzzled, Fifth Brother?”

“Heh heh…” Pei Huaian chuckled, but said nothing.

“Fifth Brother, Father Emperor is getting old, and the throne will sooner or later belong to the three of us, don’t you agree?” Pei Jingyi said as he picked up his teacup, sipping the tea leisurely while raising an eyebrow at Pei Huaian.

“I often hear Father Emperor say that you, Fifth Brother, are proficient in both the literary and martial arts. Given your outstanding abilities, Father Emperor naturally favors you. Second Imperial Brother is now without support, the Zheng Family has fallen, which is undoubtedly a good opportunity for us,” Pei Jingyi said with half-closed eyes, measuring Pei Huaian with a quiet voice.

Pei Huaian set down his teacup, the smile deepening on his face as he casually remarked while looking out the window, “It’s getting late, Fourth Imperial Brother should head back early.”

Pei Jingyi’s gaze flickered as he looked at Pei Huaian, “Fifth Brother, Father Emperor is in imminent danger. Are you really going to watch Second Imperial Brother ascend to that position with your eyes wide open?”

Pei Huaian lifted his head to meet Pei Jingyi’s gaze, his look sharp and cold, “So what if I do?”

Pei Jingyi’s eyes were filled with unpredictable thoughts, “Are you willing to submit to him?”

Pei Jingyi didn’t believe that he had no ambition, nor did he believe that he would willingly hand over that position!