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The truth was, if a person hated you, then everything you did was wrong. For instance, if Li Yichen didn't like you, then it didn't matter if she showed concern or indifference towards Li Qingying, it was all wrong.

She suppressed the anger in her heart and said lightly, "It's better to comfort the empress than to say something that doesn't matter."

After pausing for a moment, he sneakily glanced at Li Yichen and continued, "Besides, Qian'er is the princess of Great Ri. When two armies meet, Qian'er naturally doesn't have a position to decide anything. Moreover, didn't the Crown Prince repeatedly ask Qian'er to stay away from the eighth prince?" This can be considered as Qing'er's obedience to the crown prince's decision. "

Shangguan Qian replied in a clear and logical manner. Although Li Yifen was angry in his heart, he was unable to find any mistakes. He coldly stared at her for a long time before saying, "It's good that you know this."

Then, he left without looking back. Although he was still respectful on the surface, he couldn't help but look down on her in his heart. She was obviously asking for something, yet he had to give her face, even if he wasn't afraid of her!

Thinking about the Empress, she naturally thought about Imperial Concubine Xiao's matter. Presumably, the strongest medical skill in this palace should only be Xue Xuan, and since Imperial Concubine Xiao's child should be real, then, it should naturally be Xue Xuan who had a lot of meridians. If so, could she ask about something from him?

Didn't they tell him that the palace was looking for medicine last time?

She didn't ask Ouyang Jin about the result, but she still couldn't help wanting to know if the Emperor could wake up. She didn't want Ouyang Jin to know about the matter between her and Li Fengyi, so Ouyang Jin naturally couldn't overthink things.

After all, the empress wouldn't be able to wake up in a short period of time. As for Yi Shan, she might as well bring her along as well. Since she didn't give up on Xue Xuan, then she might still have a chance, even though it would be difficult to warm the stone.

After talking to the palace maid beside the empress, Shangguan Qian knew that he could not hide such things from the empress, so he told the people around him that he was going to find some medicine to calm the empress's heart.

Although this reason was a bit far-fetched, she could still stand on her feet. Moreover, the empress probably thought she was going to confirm Imperial Concubine Xiao's pregnancy.

Shangguan Qian Bei brought Yi Shan towards the hospital, but in his heart he was considering whether he should discuss these matters with Ouyang Jin. However, after some thought, he realized that Ouyang Jin was probably very busy, and the blood poison in his body had not been resolved, so she decided not to discuss this with him.

When she arrived at the hospital, Xue Xuan was just about to give the emperor treatment. Shangguan Qian didn't say anything, instead, they just sat there drinking tea leisurely. Since it was just diagnosis and treatment, unless they found some medicine, they would probably be back in a short while, and she wasn't in a hurry.

"I never thought that I would have the ability to attract Princess Qian'Er to my hospital."

Xue Xuan had long since known that they were waiting at the Imperial Hospital. When he entered, he smiled and said this. His gaze also noticed that the Yishan behind Shangguan Qian only paused for a moment, before quietly moving away.

Shangguan Qian'er put down the quilt in his hands and said lightly, "Imperial Physician Xue is too polite. Qian'er had something he wanted to ask Imperial Physician Xue first."

Xue Xuan passed the medicinal case in his hands to his follower, then sat down at the head of the table. He looked at her and asked, "I wonder if the princess has anything to instruct me?"

Shangguan Qian's eyes twinkled a little. What was his purpose in coming here? He had probably expected this long ago, and he still wanted to speak. He was truly a cunning old fox.

If Xue Xuan told his what she wanted to know, then he wouldn't owe him anything and if he wanted to say it himself, he would have to accept his kindness. Whether he was willing to say it or not was still a question.

"Esteemed Empress …" "His body isn't well. I wonder if Imperial Physician Xue has any good medicines to calm his heart and calm his mind?"

Shangguan Qian was not in a hurry to say those words, and instead picked up a few words that were neither heavy nor light, as he took the chance to look at the entrance of the hospital as well.

At this point, Yi Shan stood out and said to Shangguan Qian, "Let me go out and guard it."

After saying that, without waiting for Shangguan Qian to say anything, he walked out, standing in front of their door.

Shangguan Qian'er opened and closed his mouth a few times, but finally didn't say anything. Instead, he turned to Xue Xuan and continued: "Since that's the case, I'll just say it directly. Imperial Concubine Xiao is pregnant. Is this matter true?"

Xue Xuan glanced at Yi Shan, who was standing at the doorway, but continued to leisurely drink her tea. A faint smile hung on her face, as if she didn't care about anything.

"Why is the princess so interested in the imperial harem of Great Yan Nation?"

As he spoke, he glanced at her with interest.

Shangguan Qian'er did not have much time to leave, and if he did not ask when he would be able to do so next time. However, even though he was anxious, he did not show it on the surface.

"If Qian'Er is interested, she just wants to live on in peace. Since she wants to become the third prince's consort in the future, the benefits are naturally related to Qian'Er."

Naturally, she would not reveal her relationship with Ouyang Jin to Xue Xuan, this unknown enemy of hers. Naturally, she considered herself the future consort of the Third Prince.

"Princess, a few words are true."

Xue Xuan's unhurried words caused Shangguan Qian's heart to sink. Although his heart was filled with shock and doubt, the smile on his face never changed. This boldness probably even men couldn't match.

Could it be that Xue Xuan had already suspected his purpose for coming to Great Yan Empire, or perhaps, he had already guessed the relationship between him and Ouyang Jin?

Even though he had doubts in his heart, he remained indifferent as he drank his tea. After that, he leisurely said, "Just speak your mind, Imperial Physician Xue."

Xue Xuan, who had been paying attention to her expression and movements, suddenly laughed and said, "It's just a joke. Imperial Concubine Xiao is indeed pregnant, and it's more than a month."

Shangguan Qian had been keeping an eye on him, and she knew that Xue Xuan would naturally not lie to his about this matter, because there was no need for that. Even if he didn't say anything, she could still go to another imperial physician.

"Then can Imperial Physician Xue tell Imperial Concubine Xiao's age?"

Shangguan Qian'er asked directly, and there was still some lingering fear in his heart. If Xue Xuan was hostile, then her words would inevitably reach Imperial Concubine Xiao's ears. At that time, he would be in trouble.

Xue Xuan was not in a hurry to return. Instead, he stared at her for a while before saying, "Hehe, the princess has good eyesight."

As for Shangguan Qian Qian, he was a little confused. What kind of answer was this, that he had guessed correctly?

"So, can you tell her real age?" This time, Shangguan Qian asked without hesitation.

"23 is the most."

Xue Xuan's answer was simple, but even so, it made Shangguan Qian's heart sink. The difference in age between what they had seen and what they knew was just too great, almost seven or eight years.

"Her dressing is truly superb."

Shangguan Qian Bei also said emotionlessly, but his expression was a little unsightly. A concubine could actually be swapped out for another without anyone following her, and it was impossible for her to do so.

"It's a pity that you don't have the eyes of a princess."

Xue Xuan looked at her with interest as he spoke, but his eyes were filled with admiration.

"No, I didn't see it. I just saw that she didn't seem nervous when she heard the empress say that old age is dangerous, so she thought a little too much."

Then her tone changed. "Imperial Physician Xue should be an old man in the palace by now. Things like this …"

"I just entered the palace a while ago, okay?"

Shangguan Qian was choked to the point that he couldn't speak. This was a fact, but she was used to saying it, this time it actually didn't work. He could only drink some tea to cover his embarrassment, and just as he was about to speak, he heard Xue Xuan speak.

"These matters can only be investigated by yourself. As for anything else, I'm powerless to help. Not only that, the emperor's antidote also needs a medicinal ingredient. Ouyang Jin is currently searching for it."

Without waiting for Shangguan Qian to answer, Xue Xuan said everything. Although he didn't know what Shangguan Qian was planning, Shangguan Qian was still grateful.

He thanked her profusely before adding, "You know that the empress might be worried about me, and I'm afraid I'll have to go back now."

Xue Xuan didn't say anything and naturally wouldn't stay for long. Instead, he got up and took out a few sets of medicine from the cabinet.

Shangguan Qian did not refuse, instead glancing at Yi Shan who was standing at the doorway. After some thought, he said: "Yi Shan is actually a good girl."

Originally, she didn't want to say much, but seeing Xue Xuan like this, it didn't seem like he didn't have any feelings for Yi Shan. Moreover, she really did like Yi Shan, so she naturally couldn't bear to make him suffer.

"You believe her?"

Xue Xuan didn't have the expected anger or impatience that he expected, but instead asked indifferently with a calm and unremarkable voice, as if he was talking about something that wasn't important.

When Shangguan Qian heard this, he was instantly enraged. Ignoring the fact that he had helped him earlier, he blurted out a question, "If she is sincere, then what does she want from you?"

She was just an imperial physician, but Yi Shan was the princess of a country. Was there a need to harm him and she didn't even like to be abandoned as a princess?

"I do not wish for outsiders to interfere in my matters. Princess, you should take care of yourself."

Xue Xuan's face was also a little gloomy as he looked at her and spoke faintly. However, even though Shangguan Qian was already mentally prepared, he still found it hard to accept that.

Immediately, she was also a bit angry, "If it wasn't for Yishan's sake, I wouldn't bother to care about you. Do I have that much free time?"

Not to mention that he was currently in great danger, the identity of the third prince's fiancee was already unbearable for her. How could she have the mind to interfere in other people's affairs?

Xue Xuan also ignored Shangguan Qian's anger, continuing to speak lightly, "Actually, I don't believe her. Moreover, it is impossible for us to do so."

Before Shangguan Qian could say anything, he continued saying, "I'm afraid the Princess is going to return, and I won't be sending her off."

These were obviously words to chase her away, but it immediately made Shangguan Qian'er clear up. Just what had she done to Xue Xuan to calm him down, or perhaps she was just thanking Imperial Physician Xue'er today? Furthermore, it was Qian'Er's fault, Qian'Er was here apologizing.

He had failed in his previous life, yet he still wanted to marry someone else. The matter of love was not something that she could force herself to do. It seemed that she had been possessed just now.

As for Xue Xuan, it was unknown whether or not he really did not care. He only waved his hand and said, "It's fine."

Shangguan Qian also saw that it was getting late, and as for the Queen, he was about to return, so he didn't say anything more. After leaving the house, he gave a look to Yi Shan, then brought her back, but did not notice Xue Xuan, who had been standing by the window.