Chapter 284: Immortal Pill (3)
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
“Imperial Physician Yang, have you ever considered the possibility that, in case of misfortune, several years may pa.s.s before you locate it? Even if you can afford it, the Empress Dowager may not.”
Upon hearing Qin Zhenzhen’s words, Imperial Physician Yang was so incensed that he felt as though he might spew blood.
“In that case, Miss Qin, what approach do you suggest for expediting the acquisition of the Immortal Pill?” he inquired.
Qin Zhenzhen replied, “Undoubtedly, the fastest route is to step out of the rankings and obtain it at a premium.”
Imperial Physician Yang’s anger surged even higher. So, this was her motive!
His conviction that Qin Zhenzhen possessed the Immortal Pill grew stronger by the moment. The Empress Dowager shared this belief as well.
Before they could voice their thoughts, however, Qin Zhenzhen added, “Don’t a.s.sume that I still possess the Immortal Pill or that my intentions are purely financial. ”
“If that’s your a.s.sumption, you’re gravely mistaken!”
“I am also eager to expedite the Empress Dowager’s headache treatment and return to managing my business in the prefectural city.”
Observing Qin Zhenzhen’s eloquence, the Empress Dowager sneered.
“You initially claimed to be fully confident in curing my headache with just four acupuncture sessions!”
“Now you’re suggesting pill-based recovery, a contradictory stance. Are you not apprehensive of facing severe consequences?”
Unperturbed, Qin Zhenzhen responded, “Your Highness, what I stated earlier remains true. Four acupuncture sessions can indeed alleviate your headache.”
“However, given the decade-long persistence of your ailment, it has inflicted considerable harm to your health. Forgive my frankness, but without subsequent treatment, it will be challenging for the Empress Dowager to enjoy a long life.”
“But with the sustained benefits of the pill, I have every confidence that the Empress Dowager can reach the age of one hundred.”
“I’m well aware of how elusive Immortal Pills can be. I initially refrained from mentioning the subsequent treatment out of concern that it might raise suspicions, potentially even among the imperial physicians at the hospital. If the Empress Dowager also believes I’m motivated solely by greed, it could cost me my life.”
“But physicians are inherently compa.s.sionate. Ultimately, I opted to disclose the formula.
“If we succeed in procuring the Immortal Pill, it would be a momentous development.”
“For the Empress Dowager to live to one hundred, I would willingly spend thousands of gold coins.”
“I genuinely have no intention of risking my life for mere wealth! ” Qin Zhenzhen’s words left the Empress Dowager feeling skeptical.
Upon reflection, her reasoning was sound.
If Qin Zhenzhen had indeed possessed the Immortal Pill, she wouldn’t have revealed it. Doing so would have amounted to deceiving the Empress Dowager and would surely lead to her demise.
It was all about the money.
Yet, within the palace, wealth was in abundant supply.
Moreover, there were no impenetrable barriers in the world. If Qin Zhenzhen had truly dared to deceive her, the Empress Dowager would have a pretext to eliminate her once the truth came to light!
‘l’ne Empress Dowager promptly made ner decision.
“Let us proceed as Miss Qin suggests.”
“Yes, I will deliver the message immediately,” Imperial Physician Yang said, nodding in agreement with haste.
He even privately scolded himself for his momentary lapse of judgment.
As long as he could secure the Immortal Pill, he cared little whether Qin Zhenzhen was being truthful or not!
After Imperial Physician Yang departed, Qin Zhenzhen reiterated her earlier statements to the Empress Dowager that afternoon.
“Empress Dowager, if you do not cooperate with the treatment, I may not be able to alleviate your headache.”
“I’ve staked my life on this endeavor. While it’s a significant matter for me, your headache is of paramount importance, Empress Dowager. Don’t you agree?”
The Empress Dowager suppressed her anger once more.
She had a point.
She also resolved to follow Qin Zhenzhen’s advice.
After all, the foremost concern was curing her headache..