Both worlds are like dreams

Chapter 381 Favors and Transactions

"Doctor, please think of another solution." Zhao Manqing grabbed his sleeve and begged.

"There are extraordinary methods that can save his life temporarily, but he will also suffer torture every day, lying in bed unable to move, until he dies in agony."

Zhao Manqing stood there in a daze, hesitant for a moment.

Xue Huang said, "Then how long can you protect him if you use your method just now?"

"Seven days at most." Dongfang Cong said. "I can give you acupuncture now."

Xue Huang looked towards Zhao Manqing with some pity in her eyes. Facing her loved ones, such a choice was too cruel.

At this time, Taifu Zhao stretched out his trembling hand to hold Zhao Manqing, and his old voice was barely audible, "Doctor, please... give me acupuncture."

"Grandfather?" Zhao Manqing burst into tears.

"Silly child, everyone will die one day, so just let it go."

Dongfang Cong took out a golden needle and pierced several acupuncture points on his body.

An hour later, Master Zhao's complexion looked much better and he could even stand up.

Zhao Manqing quickly helped him drink the medicine, "Grandfather, go slowly."

Dongfang Cong gestured to Xue Huang and then left.

Imperial Tutor Zhao looked at Xue Huang and said, "Thank you, Princess, for your help. Please forgive me for not being able to perform the ceremony."

"You are too kind, Master. It is just a small favor."

"Qing'er, go get those two memorials on the desk."

Zhao Manqing was puzzled, "Grandfather, what are you going to do?"

"Be good and go get it."

Zhao Manqing nodded and quickly took out what he said.

Master Zhao coughed a few times and motioned for her to pass it to Xue Huang.

"What does this mean?" Xue Huang asked.

"One of them is my petition to make the Fifth Prince the Crown Prince. The other one contains the names of all my available students. Princess, please pass it to His Royal Highness the Fifth Prince."

Xue Huang opened them and took a look. The first memorial was written with sincerity, showing the loyalty of the author. The second one contained names of people, with very detailed annotations, from family background to character and personality, very comprehensive.

"Why did the Master ask me to pass it on?"

"My time is coming to an end. I have lived up to Your Majesty and my wish has come true. But the only thing I cannot let go of is Qing'er. I would like to use this list to exchange a favor for the princess and the fifth prince, so that they can take good care of Qing'er after I die."

"If I agree, wouldn't this become a deal?"

Imperial Tutor Zhao lowered his eyes and sighed, "I understand that this action not only underestimates the character of the princess and the fifth prince, but also tarnishes my good reputation. However, Qing'er is my only granddaughter, and she will be helpless for life. I have to consider her."

"Grandfather," Zhao Manqing cried, "I just want you to live well, I don't ask for anything else."

"If you don't like the disciple I picked for you, I can't force you to do so. I just hope you can be safe and happy in the future." Taifu Zhao looked at Xuehuang again, "Qing'er has always admired the princess, and I hope the princess will agree."

"Manqing is my friend. I will take care of her. Please rest assured, Master. As for the Fifth Prince, I believe he will do the same."

"Then please ask Princess to pass this list to His Highness. I really hope he will be the crown prince."

"Okay." Xue Huang agreed, "I will definitely pass it on."

After a few more pleasantries, Xue Huang said goodbye.

Murong Hen was still waiting at the door, "Mr. Dongfang left first, I'll take you back."

"No need," Xue Huang refused, "I have something else to do."

"Okay then." Murong Hen smiled. "I'll go somewhere else."

Xue Huang said goodbye to him and went to find Wei Yunzhou. She told him everything about Master Zhao and asked him to pass the list to Mo Ruilin.

Wei Yunzhou was silent for a moment, "With this memorial, his hope of becoming the crown prince will be greater."