Ling Jingshu subconsciously looked up.

In the drizzle, a young man dressed in bamboo-green cloth and holding an oil-paper umbrella in his hand came slowly. There was an indifferent smile on the handsome and elegant face, and his eyes were clear and peaceful.

Medicine boy Tiandong followed closely behind, carrying a medicine box on his back.

It was Imperial Physician Wei who came!

Ling Jingyan stood beside Ling Jingshu, her eyes widened, and she exclaimed in her heart: It turned out that there was such a good-looking man in the world!

Ling Jingyan couldn’t help but glance at Imperial Grandson again.

Well, His Highness Taisun was very handsome and had a kind of noble demeanor that ordinary people couldn’t match, shining brightly. And then there was the handsome and unrestrained Prince of Yan… each one was so outstanding. Which one should Ah Shu choose in the end?

It was really nerve-wracking.

…Miss Ling, you really think too much!

“I have met His Highness Taisun.”

Imperial Physician Wei stepped forward and saluted with clasped fists.

His Highness Imperial Grandson was quite polite to the Imperial Physician Wei, and he tugged at the corner of his lips, saying, “Imperial Physician Wei, there’s no need for excessive courtesy. Please, relax a bit.”

If he was just an ordinary imperial doctor, the Imperial Grandson wouldn’t have to take him seriously.

But the Imperial Physician Wei in front of him was different. He had excellent medical skills and an excellent reputation. He not only had great prestige among the people, but also had many contacts with important officials in the court, so he should not be underestimated. Not to mention, with the favored but low-key Wei Jieyu in the palace, the Emperor’s trust in Dr. Wei was well-known to everyone.

Moreover, for two years now, Imperial Physician Wei had been coming to the Crown Prince’s Mansion regularly to nurse the Crown Prince back to health. In the past two years, the Crown Prince’s health has gradually improved, and he rarely suffered from old illnesses again. Dr. Wei was indispensable.

For all these reasons, the Imperial Grandson’s attitude towards Dr. Wei was very approachable.

However, Imperial Physician Wei did not lose his etiquette and stood up straight after saluting.

“It started to rain early this morning. I’m so grateful that Dr. Wei came out of the palace to diagnose my father’s pulse.” The Imperial Grandson’s voice was quite gentle.

Imperial Physician Wei smiled and responded: “This is a matter that is within the scope of the official’s duties. His Highness Taisun is always grateful, but Wei Chen is too embarrassed to accept it.”

His Highness Taisun smiled faintly and said, “Imperial Physician Wei’s medical skills are exquisite, and his medical ethics can be considered exemplary for all physicians. There’s nothing I wouldn’t dare to do.”

He paused and said, “Young master of the Ling family took my name and went to Huichun Hall. Doctor Wei treated him first, breaking the rules in Huichun Hall and giving me face. If the Imperial Physician asks for anything, I will never refuse.”

The weight of the promise from the Imperial Grandson could be imagined.

Such gratitude couldn’t be refused.

It seemed that Miss Ling Jiu held great importance in the heart of the Imperial Grandson. It was heavier than he expected. Otherwise, the Imperial Grandson would not say that he owes a favor with his mouth open…

A glimmer of understanding flashed in the eyes of Imperial Physician Wei, and he did not refuse. He responded with a smile: “In that case, I would like to thank you, your highness.”

…

When His Highness Taisun was talking to Doctor Wei, no one else had the right to interrupt.

Ling Jingshu hadn’t planned to interject, but upon hearing His Highness Taisun’s words, she slightly furrowed her brow. Quickly, she returned to her usual demeanor.

Ling Jingshu took a step forward and opened her mouth to say: “His Royal Highness Taisun rewarded us with a famous post. We, sister and brother, are grateful from the bottom of our hearts. We have not had time to repay His Highness’s kindness. How dare we shamelessly accept His Highness’s kindness again.”

After saying that, she looked at Imperial Physician Wei again: “If the imperial doctor can cure Ah Xiao’s eye disease, we siblings will remember it and try our best to repay the favor of the Imperial Doctor Wei.

His Highness Taisun: “…”

Doctor Wei: “…” 

The aloof His Highness Taisun, who was accustomed to giving orders, was obviously not used to someone rejecting his kindness. A trace of displeasure flashed in his eyes, and his voice was quite cold: “Ninth Miss Ling, you must have misunderstood what I meant! The promise I gave to Imperial Physician Wei was because Imperial Physician Wei broke the rules for me, there’s no need for you to overreact!”

His words were harsh and icy, leaving the listeners feeling uncomfortable and embarrassed.

Ling Jingyan felt hot behind her ears. She wished she could find a hole in the ground and crawl into it.

Even someone as shameless as her felt uncomfortable hearing this, and Ah Shu would be even more embarrassed hearing this…

Doctor Wei didn’t seem to expect that things would evolve to such an embarrassing step, with a look of surprise on his face.

This Imperial Grandson clearly had a good impression of Ninth Miss Ling, but he spoke so rudely. It was really unexpected!

Despite Ninth Miss Ling’s intelligence and quick-wittedness, she was still a young girl confined to the women’s quarters. Hearing such unkind words, she might feel embarrassed and might even cry and flee in shame…

Unexpectedly, Ling Jingshu remained remarkably composed and chuckled self-deprecatingly, saying, “So, Your Highness feels this way. I did indeed misunderstand. Please forgive my presumption!”

After saying that, she bowed solemnly with an extremely humble attitude.

The Imperial Grandson looked steadily at the bowed and apologetic girl, his eyes reflecting a complex array of emotions: regret, anger, and even fury… Yet it remained uncertain whether this anger was directed at himself or at Ling Jingshu.

The Imperial Grandson said nothing.

Ling Jingshu kept maintaining her saluting posture.

All ladies with strict family education had gone through rigorous training in this kind of tuck-and-tie etiquette.

When Ling Jingshu learned the rules from Grandma Liu, she would practice this posture for a long time. As long as Aunt Liu did not allow her to get up, she could not move even if her whole body was sore and stiff and her forehead was covered with sweat.

Ling Jingshu could maintain this posture for a long time.

…

The eyes of everyone present fell on Ling Jingshu and the Imperial Grandson.

Ling Xiao looked anxious and wanted to step forward to plead for Ling Jingshu, but was grabbed by Jiang Shi. Jiang Shi couldn’t speak, so she only pulled Ling Xiao’s sleeve hard.

It was already messy enough now, so don’t get involved anymore, otherwise it won’t end well later.

Ling Xiao bit his lip hard, his eyes filled with warmth.

Ling Jingyan also understood the gravity of the situation.

It was evident that His Highness Taisun was indeed furious. If his anger wasn’t appeased, there might never be another chance to enter the gates of the Crown Prince’s residence in the future…

With these thoughts in mind, Ling Jingyan suppressed her anxiety, tenderness, and reluctance. Her round eyes were fixed tightly on His Highness Taisun, silently hoping for him to lighten up and smile.

Imperial Physician Wei was also looking at Ling Jingshu.

As if seeing her for the first time, he looked at her carefully.

He was already used to seeing all kinds of beauties in the palace. His eldest sister Wei Jieyu, who was a direct relative, was even more beautiful and fragrant. He himself was also an unparalleled handsome man.

He had long lost his sense and interest in beauty, and it would be an exaggeration to describe him as turning a blind eye to it.

But this Ninth Miss Ling was indeed extremely beautiful.

No makeup was applied, the clothes were plain, but the face was pure and beautiful.

Standing in the drizzle at that moment, with slightly damp hair and a hint of moisture on her forehead, cheeks, and nose, she resembled a flower bud adorned with dewdrops—fresh, charming, and captivating.

…(To be continued.)