Chapter 63: You Want Revenge

Chapter 63

Song Zhao had always wanted to visit Concubine Xiao Changzai, but she had been sick and had not removed the gauze on her face. Except for Xiao Jingheng, no one else was allowed to see her.

Previously, Song Zhao had told Xiao Jingheng that she felt that Concubine Xiao Changzai had suffered for her sake, and she couldn't sleep at night because of the guilt she felt. She begged Xiao Jingheng to allow her to take Judge Chu from the Imperial Medical Bureau to treat Concubine Xiao Changzai, hoping to find some peace of mind.

This request was reasonable, and Xiao Jingheng naturally agreed.

Before setting off today, Song Zhao inquired and found out that there was a physician currently examining Concubine Xiao Changzai at the Imperial Medical Bureau. So she told Xiaofuzi, "Yun Shan and I are going to Zhaochun Palace. You should go to the Imperial Medical Bureau and ask Judge Chu to come along. Just say it's an order from the Emperor."

Song Zhao took out the royal jelly that Xiao Jingheng had given her from the treasury. It was the best for external use on scars.

When they arrived at Zhaochun Palace, they heard Concubine Xiao Changzai, who was residing in the west side hall, arguing with the physician.

"I don't care about anything else! My face must be healed! I can afford any expensive medicine! If my monthly stipend is not enough, my family will provide the silver to make up for it!"

"Princess, it's not about the medicine, it's about your face..."

"Is my sister feeling better?"

Song Zhao stepped in and interrupted the physician before he could say anything else.

Concubine Xiao Changzai, perhaps feeling self-conscious about her face, turned to the side and only showed her right side to Song Zhao.

"What are you doing here? I don't want to see anyone. Leave!"

Song Zhao spoke kindly, "I happen to have some royal jelly here. I thought of bringing it to see if my sister could use it."

She handed the item to the physician and said, "Doctor, please take a look as well. See if this royal jelly has any effect on the scars on Concubine Xiao Changzai's face."

In the palace, one couldn't casually give things to others, as the things given away might become a weapon used against oneself.

By having the physician examine the royal jelly in front of Concubine Xiao Changzai, even if she were to go mad in the future, she wouldn't be able to use the royal jelly to plot against Song Zhao.

After examining it, the physician said, "This is an excellent quality royal jelly. Applying it to the scars can have a lightening effect."

"Thank you for your trouble, Doctor." Song Zhao placed the royal jelly on a small table next to Concubine Xiao Changzai's bed, and then said to the physician, "There are still things I need to discuss with Concubine Xiao Changzai. Once you're done with your examination, you may leave."

After the physician left, Song Zhao also sent Yun Shan away, and she herself moved a chair to sit beside Concubine Xiao Changzai's bed, showing her concern.

Without giving it much thought, Xiao Jingheng arrived.

He examined the scars on Xiao Jingheng's face, and his expression appeared somewhat serious.

Just as he was about to say something, he heard Song Zhao cough, diverting Judge Chu's attention.

Xiao Jingheng secretly watched as Song Zhao seemed to exchange a glance with Judge Chu.

Then Judge Chu said, "The injuries on the princess's face are not severe. I am treating them diligently, and in some time, there will be a chance for a full recovery."

Xiao Jingheng, upon hearing this, hurriedly said, "Then I will trouble Judge Chu."

Although she said that on the surface, Xiao Jingheng still felt that there was something between Judge Chu and Song Zhao.

After the two individuals left together, Xiao Jingheng quietly followed behind.

It wasn't until they reached the corner of the side gate, where they were about to part ways, that Xiao Jingheng stopped.

Concealed behind the corner of the gate, Xiao Jingheng eavesdropped on their conversation.

Song Zhao said, "Thank you, Judge Chu, for your trouble. I hope Judge Chu can keep this a secret from Concubine Xiao. It's a way to give her some hope and prevent her from overthinking. After all, when a person is alive, they must have something to look forward to."

Judge Chu replied, "I understand. Song Zhao has a kind heart. Although it's impossible to completely restore the scars on Concubine Xiao's face, with continuous medical treatment, the scars will definitely fade a bit."

Song Zhao sighed, "That's all we can do. Xiaojie is truly pitiful. I hope the Emperor will show her more care in the future."

After a brief conversation, they parted ways at the crossroads, each going their own direction.

Concealed behind the corner gate, Concubine Xiao listened to their conversation clearly.

Her tears seemed to have run dry, and she sat weakly against the red wall, sliding down to the ground little by little.

She didn't know how much time had passed. Her tears had dried up, and the despair and helplessness in her eyes were replaced by resentment and hatred.

She lifted her head and looked towards Yonghe Palace, where the Imperial Consort resided.

Her hands clenched into tight fists, her nails digging into her flesh without feeling any pain...