Reborn As Divine Doctor to Rule the World
Chapter 328 - Chapter 328: Chapter 329: Xia Zhaohe Comes to Cause Trouble

Chapter 328: Chapter 329: Xia Zhaohe Comes to Cause Trouble

Shao He saw The Emperor and the Empress Dowager chatting leisurely and silently stepped aside.

Not far away, Qingxia was pacing anxiously, clearly aware that something had happened. After glancing at The Emperor and seeing no significant trouble, she hurried over.

Upon seeing the person who had suddenly approached, Qingxia’s face immediately lit up with joy, and she said, “Miss, I don’t know why, but suddenly many people have been sending you gifts. Fearing that we would not accept them, some people just dropped the gifts and left.”

Qingxia did not know how to handle these matters and feared they might bring trouble to Miss Shao, so she had come specifically to report this.

“With so many eyes around today, let’s put aside the matter of the gifts for now, and make sure to keep a close watch on the child. We absolutely cannot afford any mishaps,” Shao He said, feeling uneasy, as she always sensed that something was bound to happen today.

Moreover, she kept feeling spasms of pain in her chest, which made her somewhat anxious.

“Yes, I understand,” Qingxia replied.

Qingxia knew that the more people there were, the more dangerous it could be, so they had to keep a close eye on the young master and ensure that what happened last time did not occur again.

While they were speaking, Princess Ninghe suddenly approached from the opposite direction.

“I hear Miss Shao has recently gained considerable royal favor. It really feels like ages since I’ve seen you, and I hadn’t realized you had such impressive skills to charm The Emperor!” Princess Ninghe’s tone was provocative, as if certain that Shao He would not dare to respond, allowing her to be so daring.

“Does Princess Ninghe have something to say?” Shao He did not want to continue the idle chatter with someone who made such pointed remarks.

“Is Doctor Shao feeling guilty?” Xia Zhaohe leaned in and whispered softly.

“What do I have to feel guilty about?” Shao He raised an eyebrow, showing no fear in the face of scrutiny.

Xia Zhaohe walked around her, then said, “I specifically sent someone to Exile Land, and I heard Chu Yu say that the child isn’t his?”

“It’s kind of you to take such interest in my affairs, Princess. If you really want to know something, please feel free to ask me directly. Why go through such trouble?” Shao He knew that Princess Ninghe had always regarded her as a thorn in her side, but she hadn’t expected her to send someone to the Exile Land.

But now she was not afraid; The Emperor already knew Xiao Linzhang’s identity. No matter what, he would not treat them harshly, and he would even protect them at critical moments. Even if it was just for the sake of the child, no one would be allowed to harm them.

“I just want to know how you committed adultery and bore that illegitimate child,” Xia Zhaohe said curiously, yet her eyes revealed a smug smile.

Qingxia glared at Princess Ninghe, furious at her arrogance for daring to slander her mistress in such a way.

“My mistress has never committed adultery. You…”

“Qingxia, hold your tongue!”

Shao He scolded Qingxia in a low voice. Making a scene would benefit no one, especially not today at the birthday banquet where an important announcement was to be made.

She did not want to miss such an opportunity, which could allow someone so arrogant and presumptuous as the Commandery Princess to remain.

“Princess Ninghe is mistaken,” Shao He explained calmly.

“Oh? Am I really mistaken, or are you just afraid to admit it? Chu Yu suffers in Exile Land, enduring torment and pain, while you are here entangling with other men and trying to climb higher through your child,” Princess Ninghe continued to press, not willing to give up such a perfect opportunity for mockery.

“Thank you for your concern, Princess. My intent is indeed to make him suffer and endure pain; only that will quench the hatred in my heart. As for me scheming and climbing socially, that is my own ability,” Shao He responded indifferently, not allowing her the chance to argue back.

Princess Ninghe had not expected her to be so articulate now, managing to turn the situation around in just a few words.

“The birthday banquet is about to start. Isn’t Doctor Shao going in?”

Princess Ninghe ignored the previous conversation, instead making an offer.

“Please, Princess Ninghe,” Shao He made a rare gesture of concession, unwilling to argue further on such an occasion.

“Today The Emperor himself is hosting the banquet to entertain the guests. Doctor Shao might not exactly be among those invited, but you were merely fortunate enough to attend the wedding banquet,” Princess Ninghe said with pride, emphasizing her status.

Shao He, however, turned a deaf ear to her words and walked towards the crowd with a smile.

Although this was somewhat unfamiliar territory for Shao He, she was confident that, with a bit of caution, she would likely avoid any errors.

Princess Ninghe watched the people paying their respects around her, a hint of disdain crossing her eyes.

“This female doctor is really not simple, having the ability to take such close care of The Emperor.”

“This female doctor is currently a favorite of The Emperor, who I hear has even been rewarded with much gold and jewelry.”

“The Emperor values this female doctor so highly, is there any plan to have one of the Princes marry into her household?”

“That’s not impossible.”

Princess Ninghe silently mused, a mocking smile curling her lips.

Never would it be possible, relying on her status as a widow with a child, The Emperor would never allow her to marry any of the Princes.

By now, the guests had gathered at the banquet, with the Empress and The Emperor sitting at the head, and the Empress Dowager beside them.

Everyone raised their glasses, celebrating The Emperor’s birthday.

“Here’s to The Emperor’s long life and everlasting prosperity!”

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