At that thought.
Chu Wenzong's expression grew even uglier.
While Cui Zhao'an wasn't looking, his hand moved swiftly.
After confirming that his Dragon Root was still there, his expression eased a little.
Having a woman's sensations wasn't frightening. At least for now, he was still a man through and through.
That night.
The imperial physicians came to check Chu Wenzong's pulse once again, but their final verdict remained the same as it had been during the day.
Chu Wenzong was made to drink another bowl of medicine to calm his mind and soothe his nerves.
Afterward.
He felt himself settle into a state of calm as drowsiness washed over him. Before Cui Zhao'an had even finished making the remaining arrangements, he fell asleep.
Meanwhile.
Watching Chu Youning, who had somehow fallen fast asleep midway through tapping the wooden fish, Qing Qianxue couldn't help pressing his lips together in a silent smile.
"Honestly... you can sleep through all that noise."
He walked over and tucked the blanket around Chu Youning, then had Chun Tao bring in a hot-water bottle and place it against her abdomen to keep her warm.
He sat silently beside her for a long time. Only after the palace banquet ended and all the officials had left did Qing Qianxue rise to leave.
"Where is Su Fuling?"
After leaving the Imperial Palace, Qing Qianxue spoke slowly.
Beside him, Qian Miao answered quietly, "She seems quite interested in the Capital. She's still wandering along Vermilion Bird Avenue."
"Let's go."
Qing Qianxue's voice was low.
By now, his body had all but recovered.
Moreover, this was the Capital of the Yu Kingdom. He held the natural advantage of familiar terrain, and most of his forces were deeply rooted throughout the city.
As for Su Fuling, rather than wait for her