vstars Chapter 889 The Empress Dowager Suffers a Stroke
Chapter 889 The Empress Dowager Suffers a Stroke
royal palace.
As Song Ruozhen and Chu Junting arrived at the Empress Dowager's palace, it was already crowded with people, even though it was still dark.
The Emperor, Empress, and several concubines all came to attend to the Empress Dowager, having heard that she was unwell.
Almost everyone from the Imperial Medical Academy was gathered here, and they all looked tense.
The Emperor has always been filial to the Empress Dowager, and now that she is so seriously ill, they have tried every possible method.
At this point, saving the Empress Dowager's life is the limit; there is no way to guarantee that she will return to normal. However, none of them dared to say this.
Actually, this condition often occurs in older people; it's called a stroke. But the fact that the Empress Dowager is suffering from this disease makes things complicated.
"Jun Ting, Ruo Zhen, you've arrived."
When the Empress saw the two arrive, a hint of concern appeared in her eyes, and she spoke first:
"Zhen'er, your medical skills have always been superb. Now that the Imperial Hospital is helpless, I thought you might have a solution."
"Give it a try. If you can find a solution, that would be wonderful. If not, the Imperial Medical Academy will continue to look for ways."
Actually, it wasn't Ruozhen who suggested coming, but because the incident involving Consort Duan had only happened a short time ago, and after the Empress Dowager's accident, the other concubines brought it up directly.
In this situation, if Ruozhen could come up with a solution, it would be a great achievement. But if he couldn't, people might start gossiping.
So now, she decided to make things clear first.
Song Ruozhen naturally understood the deeper meaning of the Empress's words. She turned her gaze and found that the imperial physicians of the Imperial Hospital were also looking at her with hope.
The way she looked... it was as if all their hopes were pinned on her.
Song Ruozhen: "..."
"Let me show it to my grandmother first."
After bowing, Song Ruozhen walked to the Empress Dowager's side.
She first checked on the Empress Dowager's condition. The Empress Dowager had already woken up, but she looked haggard, and her mouth was crooked to one side.
She tried to speak, but it was clearly very difficult for her.
Song Ruozhen could tell at a glance that it was a stroke.
For the elderly, a stroke is undoubtedly very dangerous. Fortunately, it happened in the palace, and a royal physician arrived immediately; otherwise, the person could have lost their life.
"Grandmother, don't worry, let me take your pulse first."
Song Ruozhen comforted the Empress Dowager, knowing full well that with the Empress Dowager's strong temper, she must be heartbroken to see her life so glorious and prosperous.
"Zhen'er, how is it?"
Seeing that his father was getting quite anxious and was about to ask a question several times, Chu Junting spoke first.
After understanding the pulse, Song Ruozhen had some ideas in mind.
"Grandmother's condition is indeed quite complicated. I will try my best, but I cannot guarantee anything."
Song Ruozhen turned around and explained the situation.
When the Emperor heard Song Ruozhen say that he could give it a try, his eyes lit up. Even if it might not cure the disease, it was still better than the incompetent doctors in the Imperial Hospital who were completely helpless.
"You should rest assured and give it your best. If you can cure your grandmother, I will reward you handsomely!" the Emperor said.
"Yes, Father."
Looking at his wife's expression, Chu Junting knew what was going on. Others might not understand, but he did.
Although she said she wasn't sure, she must have been at least 60% sure, otherwise she wouldn't have been so confident.
Song Ruozhen took out the silver needles she always carried with her, sat down next to the Empress Dowager, and recited some medicinal herbs, instructing the imperial physician to brew the medicine.
The imperial physician listened to the prescription Song Ruozhen mentioned. It was clearly a prescription for treating stroke. However, upon closer listening, he discovered that the prescription was more effective than the ones they usually used.
"As expected of the Princess Consort of Chu, her prescription is truly wonderful!"
One of the imperial physicians looked amazed. He had only changed a few of the medicinal herbs. At first glance, it sounded a bit strange and something seemed wrong, but as he listened further, he realized that the combined effects of these herbs were quite powerful.
"I had witnessed the medical skills of the Princess of Chu before and knew that she was very skilled, but stroke is not easy to treat."
The other imperial physicians remained grave, as they were all well aware of the risks involved; the condition was not so easy to treat.
"Grandmother, I will treat you with silver needles first. It won't hurt, so don't worry."
The Empress Dowager nodded, she had complete faith in Song Ruozhen, "Girl, you treat her."
Song Ruozhen opened the needle kit, took out the appropriate silver needles, and precisely inserted them into the acupoints.
Soon, the Empress Dowager's head was covered with silver needles.
The concubines behind them, witnessing this scene, couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat.
Such a display is enough to make one's heart tremble; if something goes wrong, the Empress Dowager's life may be in danger.
"You wouldn't dare to stick needles into someone's head without a certain level of skill."
"The Princess Consort of Chu usually doesn't take action, but her two brothers were in such a serious condition that no one could cure them."
Thanks to her, I've recovered completely. Now that she dares to take action, she must be quite capable.
The concubines whispered among themselves, a hint of envy in their hearts, thinking that the King of Chu had truly married the right woman.
Song Ruozhen, whom everyone looked down upon back then, is now being praised by the King of Chu for his foresight. If she can truly cure the Empress Dowager, then she will have made another great contribution.
While administering acupuncture, Song Ruozhen channeled her own internal energy into the Empress Dowager's body through the silver needles.
Because the Empress Dowager was very old, her stroke was difficult to treat, so this was the only option.
Although it would deplete her true energy, the other party was the Empress Dowager, so it was all worth it.
The Empress Dowager's lips were already out of control, and even her eyelids were blinking uncontrollably, making her extremely uncomfortable.
But after the acupuncture was administered, she gradually realized that her stiff and numb face finally had some feeling, and she was finally able to control her constantly blinking eyes.
Upon realizing this, the Empress Dowager was overjoyed.
"Oh, Mother seems to be feeling better."
The Empress stood nervously to the side, watching the situation closely, fearing any unforeseen events.
Upon realizing that the Empress Dowager's condition had improved, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
"Your Majesty, please take a look."
The Emperor approached and noticed that his mother's condition had indeed improved; her pale complexion had regained some color, and beads of sweat had even appeared on her forehead.
This was so strange. Turning his head, he noticed that Song Ruozhen's rosy face had turned pale, and fine beads of sweat were seeping from her forehead. His eyes suddenly changed.
It seems... this girl has also expended a lot of energy in order to treat the Empress Dowager's illness.
Chu Junting naturally noticed his wife's condition and couldn't help but feel sorry for her. However, in the current situation, apart from her, no one else could help.
Time seemed to drag on endlessly at that moment. The room was filled with people, but no one made a sound to disturb them, creating an exceptionally quiet atmosphere.