The Legend of Concubine Su

Chapter 142 Concubine Su attends to the sick

Within the magnificent and majestic imperial palace, an unprecedented gloom quietly descended. The current emperor, the ever vigorous and majestic emperor, had suddenly contracted a mysterious illness and was bedridden. The entire court was instantly plunged into unprecedented tension and anxiety. Imperial physicians shuttled back and forth, expressions of solemnity on their faces. The palace maids and eunuchs held their breath, fearing that a single mistake might anger the emperor and bring about a catastrophic disaster.

Amidst this atmosphere so tense it felt like water dripping from the air, Imperial Concubine Su Jingyue, like a ray of warm light, resolutely stepped forward, determined to personally care for the Emperor without taking off her clothes. Su Jingyue, a woman renowned for her beauty and wisdom, now held in her eyes only deep concern and worry for the Emperor. She wore a magnificent palace dress, her face bare of makeup, and with only a sincere heart, she entered the Emperor's chambers.

As she entered the bedroom, a strong medicinal smell filled her nostrils, stirring her heart with pity. Su Jingyue frowned slightly, a trace of heartache welling up in her heart. She walked to the bedside and quietly stared at the emperor lying on the bed. His face was as pale as paper, his lips were chapped, and fine beads of sweat hung on his forehead, as if he was enduring great pain.

Su Jingyue gently sat down beside the bed, reaching out her slender hand to stroke the emperor's forehead, feeling the scorching heat. She whispered, "Your Majesty, you must get well soon. I will always be by your side, caring for you until you recover." Then, she picked up a damp cloth and gently wiped the emperor's face and arms, hoping to bring him some comfort.

In the days that followed, Su Jingyue remained by the emperor's bedside day and night, tirelessly caring for him. She personally fed him medicine, carefully changed his clothes and bedding, and comforted him with gentle words. Although she herself was exhausted, she never complained, always maintaining a firm belief that the emperor would overcome his illness.

During this difficult time, Su Jingyue demonstrated unwavering perseverance and selfless dedication. Her actions not only moved everyone in the palace but also made the emperor feel her deep love. As time passed, the emperor's condition gradually improved, and Su Jingyue's dedication paid off. Their relationship deepened, and they became the most important people in each other's lives.

Stepping into the bedroom filled with the aroma of medicine and a heavy atmosphere, Su Jingyue saw the emperor lying on the bed, his face as pale as paper and weak. Her heart suddenly tightened, as if something had tugged at it. She walked gently to the bedside, leaned over, and whispered in her voice as gentle as the spring breeze: "Your Majesty, I am here to take care of you. You must be strong and you will definitely get better." The emperor opened his eyes slightly, and his eyes, which were once as sharp as an eagle, now looked so weak. He saw Su Jingyue's eyes full of worry and affection, and tried to squeeze out a smile: "My beloved concubine, I feel at ease with you by my side. Thank you for your hard work."

Su Jingyue personally wiped the sweat from the emperor's forehead, each movement extremely gentle, as if afraid to hurt him. She instructed the palace maids to prepare the softest silk handkerchief and the purest warm water, and carefully cleansed the emperor's face. Under her meticulous care, the emperor's face gradually became refreshed, and his frown relaxed slightly.

Dedicated to the Emperor's swift recovery, Su Jingyue devoted herself to the kitchen, even personally preparing the most nourishing medicinal decoction for him. That day, dressed in her simple chef's uniform, her busy figure stood out in the imperial kitchen. She meticulously and attentively selected each precious herb, meticulously following the Imperial Physician's instructions, controlling the heat and timing meticulously, fearing even the slightest error.

After meticulously simmering, the bowl of medicine, steaming and fragrant, was finally ready. Su Jingyue carefully brought it to the emperor's bedside, taking a sip herself to carefully check the temperature. Once she was sure it was just right, she gently stirred the liquid with a spoon, then carefully fed it to the emperor, spoonful by spoonful.

During this process, Su Jingyue's eyes were always filled with endless tenderness and deep expectation, as if silently saying to the emperor: "Your Majesty, you must get better soon!"

The emperor was moved and filled with guilt as he watched Su Jingyue take such good care of him. "My beloved, how could I possibly deserve such deep affection from you? If I ever get better, I will definitely make it up to you." Tears welled up in Su Jingyue's eyes. "Your Majesty, you are my heaven, my everything. I only wish you a speedy recovery; nothing else matters."

During the day, Su Jingyue always stayed by the emperor's side, a gentle smile on her face, softly telling him amusing stories from beyond the palace walls or lovingly reciting poignant and moving poems, attempting to ease the emperor's boredom and boredom. At night, she remained vigilant by the emperor's bedside, her presence evident at the slightest sound, her presence arousing fear that the emperor might be feeling unwell or need something she hadn't noticed. In the dim candlelight, her figure appeared frail and haggard, yet her gaze remained resolute and gentle.

However, despite Su Jingyue's dedicated care for the Emperor, his condition did not improve as quickly as everyone had hoped. As time passed, gossip began to spread within the palace. Some speculated that Su Jingyue's inadequate care had contributed to the Emperor's relapses; some even went so far as to maliciously speculate that Su Jingyue harbored ulterior motives and sought to seize power within the harem. Despite these groundless rumors and malicious slander, Su Jingyue remained incredibly calm and resolute. She seemed completely unaffected by the outside world, continuing to dedicate herself wholeheartedly to the Emperor, as if the rumors had never existed.

Su Jingyue's personal maid Xiaoru saw this and felt heartbroken. She advised distressedly, "Your Majesty, you've been working so hard to take care of the Emperor, and your body will be exhausted. Those people are still gossiping and making rumors behind your back, why do you have to do this?"

Su Jingyue raised her head slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of fatigue, but more of a firmness and tenderness. She sighed softly and said slowly, "Xiaoru, I know you care about me, but the Emperor is my husband and the ruler of the world. As a concubine, I should share everything with him. As long as the Emperor can get better, I don't care what others say. All I have to do is take good care of the Emperor so that he can rest assured and recover soon."

Xiaoru looked at Su Jingyue's determined expression and couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration in her heart. She knew that Su Jingyue's love for the emperor was selfless, a love that transcended all external pressure and rumors. So, she stood aside silently, no longer trying to persuade her, but decided to fully support Su Jingyue's decision.

In the days that followed, Su Jingyue devoted herself wholeheartedly to caring for the emperor. Every day, she personally prepared medicine for him, fed him, and carefully cleaned his body to ensure his comfort and health. She also frequently communicated with the imperial physician to understand the progress of the emperor's condition and adjusted her care based on his advice.

Under Su Jingyue's meticulous care, the emperor's condition finally improved. His complexion gradually became rosy, and his spirits began to improve. On this day, the emperor was finally able to sit up. He held Su Jingyue's hand, his eyes filled with gratitude and affection.

"My beloved, thanks to you staying by my side and taking good care of me, I was able to get through this. I will definitely reward you and reward your family!" the emperor said excitedly.

When Su Jingyue heard the emperor's words, her eyes suddenly became moist. She shook her head and said softly, "Your Majesty, I do not need any reward. Seeing Your Majesty recover is my greatest happiness."

The emperor held Su Jingyue's hand tightly and said with emotion: "My beloved concubine, you are truly my virtuous wife and good queen. I will definitely cherish you and make you the happiest woman in the world."

Su Jingyue smiled and nodded, tears streaming down her cheeks. She knew that everything she had given was worth it, because she loved the man in front of her and was willing to give everything for him. And now, she finally saw the hope of the emperor's recovery, and her heart was filled with joy and relief.

Tears of joy and excitement sparkled in Su Jingyue's eyes: "Your Majesty, you are blessed by heaven. God blesses you to recover soon. I just did what I should do." Although her voice was choked, her tone was full of determination and pride.

As the emperor gradually recovered, the atmosphere in the palace gradually became more relaxed. Those who had once criticized and slandered Su Jingyue now kept silent and began to praise her. They were all moved by Su Jingyue's deep affection and virtuousness, and they all sighed that she was truly a rare and good concubine.

After surviving this turmoil, Su Jingyue's relationship with the emperor deepened. Her virtuous and affectionate nature became a legend in the palace, earning the emperor even greater favor. Whenever the emperor spoke of her, he was filled with praise and joy. Su Jingyue, always gentle and virtuous, continued to quietly accompany the emperor, sharing his worries and difficulties, and weathering all the storms together.

The Emperor finally recovered from a serious illness. To celebrate his rebirth, he decided to hold an unprecedented banquet in the palace. This banquet was not only to celebrate the Emperor's recovery, but also to honor the people who had silently and tirelessly worked during the Emperor's illness. The banquet was decorated with lights and colorful decorations, and every corner of the palace was filled with a festive atmosphere.

At the banquet, the Emperor specifically mentioned Su Jingyue, the woman who had stayed by his side and cared for him so attentively throughout his illness. Standing atop his high dragon throne, the Emperor looked at Su Jingyue tenderly, his tone filled with sincerity and gratitude: "Su Jingyue, with your virtuous character and selfless dedication, you saved my life and brought me solace. Your virtue and talent, like the shining stars, illuminate my path in life."

Su Jingyue was dressed in a gorgeous long dress, the hem of which swayed gently, like a fairy descending to earth, stunning. Her face was beautiful and charming, and her temperament was gentle and virtuous, which made people fall in love with her. Hearing the emperor's praise of her, she was moved to tears, but she tried to maintain her dignity and elegance. She raised her glass and took a sip of wine, her voice soft but firm: "Your Majesty, I do not seek glory and wealth, but I only wish to spend this life with Your Majesty, to share the ups and downs, and never leave you. Your Majesty's health and happiness are my greatest wishes."

After the banquet, the Emperor and Su Jingyue walked side by side along the palace path. The night was as serene as water, and the moonlight, like silver, cast a shadow over them, adding a touch of warmth and romance to the loving couple. The Emperor held Su Jingyue's hand tightly, as if afraid of losing her. His eyes were filled with deep affection and doting, as if he wanted to engrave Su Jingyue's image in his heart forever.

Su Jingyue leaned on the emperor's shoulder and said softly, "Your Majesty, I know that life in the palace is not easy and is full of intrigues and struggles. But as long as Your Majesty is by my side, I have nothing to fear. I am willing to face all difficulties and challenges with Your Majesty and protect our home together." After hearing this, the emperor felt a warm current in his heart, and he became more determined to protect Su Jingyue.

From then on, Su Jingyue and the emperor's bond deepened, and they endured many hardships together. Whether it was court disputes or foreign invasions, they always supported each other and remained loyal. Their story became a legendary legend within the palace. Every night, as moonlight bathed the earth, people would think of this loving couple and marvel at their deep love and unwavering devotion. This story has been passed down through the ages, becoming a classic that generations will recount.