sbdcsierra Chapter 322 is here!
Chapter 322 is here!
Just then, a series of steady, powerful footsteps echoed through the tranquil mansion. The sound grew louder as it approached, each step seeming to weigh heavily on everyone's hearts, gradually sombering the previously noisy atmosphere. Then, the heavy gate slowly opened with a dull thud, as if announcing something.
The Regent, dressed in a black brocade robe, stood tall and imposing at the entrance. His face was stern, his chiseled features exuding an innate majesty, and his eyes, cold as ice, swept over the crowd with lightning speed. Wherever he looked, everyone involuntarily lowered their heads. The once noisy crowd instantly fell silent as if by magic, the entire scene deathly still, with only the Regent's deep and authoritative voice echoing in the air: "I'd like to see who has the audacity to be so insolent before my residence."
The man recommended by Dongfang Zheng was now covered in cold sweat, but he had no choice but to brace himself and step forward, saying, "Your Highness, we have indeed come on official business, but the door has been closed for so long..." Before he could finish, the Regent sneered, his laughter filled with endless mockery and disdain, and interrupted him mercilessly: "When did it become your place to run wild on my territory? If there is a next time, I will not let you off lightly." Upon hearing this, the man's legs went weak, and he trembled, quickly lowering his head and daring not to utter another word.
The Regent's gaze shifted, piercing Dongfang Zheng like an arrow, and he coldly said, "Lord Dongfang, you are not without responsibility for today's events." Dongfang Zheng hurriedly bowed his head in fear and trepidation, his voice trembling slightly, "Your Highness, please forgive me. I failed in my duty to discipline him. I beg Your Highness's forgiveness." The Regent snorted, ignoring the crowd, and strode into the mansion. The crowd exchanged bewildered glances, their eyes filled with fear and confusion, unsure of what to do.
At this moment, the advisor who had been silently following the Regent stepped forward slightly and said softly, "Your Highness, today's events may cause trouble. That Dongfang Zheng is unlikely to let this go easily." The Regent frowned slightly, a hint of disdain and contempt flashing in his eyes, and said, "It's alright, I'm not afraid of him. However, I've been feeling unwell lately and need to find a good doctor to examine me." The advisor hurriedly agreed.
A few days later, the renowned physician Su Ye was summoned to the Prince's residence. After examining him, Su Ye's brows furrowed, and a grave expression appeared on his face. Seeing this, the Regent's heart tightened, and he quickly asked, "How is my condition?" Su Ye slowly replied, "Your Highness's illness is caused by overwork and unhealed old injuries. You need proper care and must not overexert yourself." With that, he wrote down a prescription. The Regent took the prescription, glanced at it, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on his lips. He said, "Thank you for your help, physician." From then on, Su Ye remained at the Prince's residence to treat the Regent, while the turmoil outside the residence regarding that day gradually subsided with the passage of time.
As dawn broke, Su Ye rose early and, as usual, meticulously selected medicinal herbs for the Regent, carefully prepared the medicine, and patiently decocted and brewed the soup. He performed each step with utmost care, his eyes filled with focus and concern. The rising aroma of the medicine seemed to carry his hopes for the Regent's recovery. Under Su Ye's attentive care, the Regent's health gradually improved, like a new bud in spring. His once pale face regained color, and his eyes regained their former luster.
One sunny day, Su Ye was gathering herbs in the Prince's garden as usual. The garden was full of blooming flowers and fluttering butterflies, but his mind was entirely on the herbs. Reaching a quiet corner, he overheard two maids whispering. One of them, looking slightly flustered, said, "I heard that Lord Dongfang has been secretly investigating Physician Su. He seems to suspect that Physician Su has ulterior motives. I wonder if it's true." The other maid, upon hearing this, gasped in surprise and whispered, "Ah? Physician Su seems so kind, and the Prince's illness has indeed improved a lot. How could this be?" Hearing this, Su Ye was startled, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples. However, he showed no sign of it on his face, only slightly pausing his work before casually leaving.
That night, under the pale moonlight, Su Ye, with a heart full of trepidation, went to the Regent's study and told him everything she had heard during the day. Upon hearing this, the Regent threw his head back and laughed heartily, a laugh both cheerful and bold: "How could Dongfang Zheng possibly move my life as he pleases? Divine Physician, do not worry. With me here, I will protect you." Looking into the Regent's resolute and confident eyes, Su Ye felt a warmth welling up inside her, as if a surge of heat had swept through her heart, dispelling her previous unease and worry.
A few days later, one dark and silent night, Dongfang Zheng, unable to contain himself, sent men to secretly infiltrate the Prince's residence, intending to harm Su Ye. However, the Regent was prepared, having already deployed guards around the residence. The infiltrators were immediately surrounded and captured upon entering. Upon learning of the plot, the Regent personally interrogated them. He sat in the main hall, his eyes cold and imposing. After questioning, the truth came to light: Dongfang Zheng had attempted to frame the Regent by claiming Su Ye had misdiagnosed him, thereby seizing power. Enraged, the Regent immediately punished Dongfang Zheng and his cronies, declaring to the world that Su Ye was a loyal and devoted physician, his savior, and that no one would be allowed to slander or defame her.
Su Ye was filled with gratitude upon learning of the Regent's trust in her and secretly vowed to treat him even more diligently. As time passed, under Su Ye's meticulous care, the Regent fully recovered and grew increasingly strong. Su Ye's reputation soared, and the people praised her highly. Peace and harmony reigned throughout the palace; the gloom of the past had vanished, leaving only tranquility and warmth.