87Lord Shen! This is extremely impolite!
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Chapter 87 Lord Shen! This is extremely impolite!
Ever since Shen Yulou arrived, the Imperial Medical Academy's presence had become very low.
Originally, the palace was full of particularly difficult diseases that they simply couldn't cure.
However, in Shen Yulou's hands, it seemed incredibly easy; he solved them effortlessly with simple methods.
One or two times might be acceptable, but over time, it made the Imperial Medical Academy's people seem too useless.
Director of the Imperial Medical Academy Li Huai was nearly sixty years old.
As doctors, the older they were, the more respected they became. At his age, becoming the Director of the Imperial Medical Academy was supposed to be the peak of his career.
But he never expected this young man in his twenties to suddenly rise, snatching away the livelihoods of all the imperial physicians.
Now, in Emperor Ren's eyes, keeping these imperial physicians was purely a waste of food.
If Shen Yulou were to achieve another great achievement this time, then his position as Director would likely be gone!
But they had no other choice; if they were to go, they couldn't, and they couldn't stop Shen Yulou from going to the front lines.
These people could only worry helplessly... A moment later, Shen Yulou followed He Shun, walking quickly towards the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
Along the way, he had already heard Eunuch Shun recount the events.
Shen Yulou frowned tightly, "Eunuch Shun, where is Qinghe County?"
"In the north."
"Do you know who those rebels are?"
Eunuch Shun whispered, "This old servant truly doesn't know, but I heard they came from Heishan County."
Shen Yulou's expression instantly changed slightly; didn't they say next month? Why did they start acting this month?
Shen Yulou began to ponder; logically, the letter sent by the Princess should have already arrived.
Could it be that after receiving the letter, they decided to send troops to capture a city first?
Shen Yulou narrowed his eyes; things were a bit unexpected.
However, there was still an opportunity now; Emperor Ren was still unaware of the rebels' identity.
Seizing this chance, Shen Yulou could go to Qinghe County, find an opportunity to kill his uncle, and the matter would be settled.
But while it sounded simple, executing it was still very difficult.
According to the Princess, his uncle was a leader-level figure among the rebels.
Even the local troops of Qinghe County couldn't get close to him, so it would be even harder for an outsider like Shen Yulou, thus he had to find an opportunity for assassination.
However, as long as he got there, there would always be an opportunity.
Shen Yulou arrived at the Hall of Mental Cultivation, and before Emperor Ren could speak, he directly said,
"Your humble servant is willing to go to Qinghe County to share His Majesty's worries!"
Emperor Ren nodded with satisfaction.
Look, this is my good subject!
These imperial physicians always made excuses when asked to do something; these people were accustomed to living in luxury in the capital, only wanting to treat headaches and fevers every day, yet holding high official positions and generous salaries, truly too comfortable.
Look at Shen Yulou; knowing the dangers of the front lines, he still went without hesitation!
"Shen Yulou, this time I command you as the Imperial Medical Envoy, granting you the King's Command Banner and Token. Seeing this token is like seeing me in person; you may execute first and report later!
Officials below the local prefect must fully cooperate.
He Shun, quickly draft the imperial edict."
...Shen Yulou received the imperial edict, the banner, and the token, then returned to the Imperial Heirs Residence and instructed Tao Hong.
Emperor Ren ordered him to depart before tonight, so he didn't have much time left.
"Song Hu, come with me to the front lines."
Song Hu frowned and said, "I told you, I won't go to the front lines to fight for you. Don't even think about making me charge into battle!"
"Less nonsense. This time, I'm not asking you to charge into battle, but to protect my safety. If anything happens to me, you can forget about returning to Wulin Kingdom for the rest of your life."
"Alright then."
As long as it wasn't risking his life for Hun Kingdom, Song Hu could accept it.
"Let's go. First, tell my parents, then go tell the Princess."
The two of them received two good horses in the palace and first informed their parents and sister-in-law, not telling them the truth, only saying they had to go on a long journey for an assignment.
Afterward, the two of them went to the Princess' Residence.
After entering the room and closing the door, Shen Yulou explained the situation to the Princess, who showed a hint of worry on her face.
"Can Song Hu alone protect you?"
Shen Yulou said, "No problem. A gentleman does not stand under a tottering wall; I won't go to unsafe places."
The Princess thought for a moment and said, "Let Qingqing go with you. Qingqing's hometown is not far from Qinghe County, and she is more familiar with that area."
Qingqing's expression changed. For so many years, she had grown accustomed to being by the Princess' side. Now that the Princess suddenly asked her to leave, she was truly unaccustomed to it.
Moreover, she already had a poor impression of Shen Yulou, and now she had to travel a long distance with him to such a distant place, Qingqing was naturally unwilling.
"Princess!"
The Princess gave her a cold glance. With just that one look, Qingqing dared not speak.
Shen Yulou nodded, "That's good too. In an unfamiliar place, having a guide provides an extra layer of security."
By the time they left the Princess' Residence, it was already late afternoon.
Qingqing said, "Should I buy another horse?"
The carriage they had was taken from Minister Hu, and if they rode this horse away, the Princess would have difficulty traveling.
Now that the Princess had regained her freedom, she might go out to do something at any time and couldn't always walk.
Shen Yulou said, "No need to buy. Let's go to Minister Hu's house. Get on."
Shen Yulou moved back a bit, allowing Qingqing to get on his horse.
Qingqing stood below, a bit bashful. After all, the Princess hadn't married yet, and if she rode on Shen Yulou's horse now, wouldn't she be sitting in his arms?
Seeing Qingqing rubbing her hands below, embarrassed, Song Hu said with his arms crossed.
"If you don't want to ride his horse, then ride mine."
At these words, Qingqing immediately grabbed the reins, flipped over, and jumped onto Shen Yulou's horse.
A faint fragrance wafted from Qingqing's hair.
Shen Yulou was not polite either; he grabbed the reins with both hands, embracing Qingqing.
Qingqing's expression instantly changed. She had expected Shen Yulou to act reserved, pretending to be a gentleman, and then, taking advantage of the horse's bumps, to press against her.
But she didn't expect Shen Yulou to be impolite at all, directly holding her in his arms.
"Lord Shen! This is disrespectful!"
Shen Yulou said, "A great man does not bother with trifles."
"You don't bother, but I do!"
"Stop talking, or I'll kiss you in the street!"
"You..."
Qingqing quickly covered her face with both hands, afraid that Shen Yulou would ambush her.
Upon arriving at Minister Hu's doorstep, Shen Yulou dismounted, took out the token, and said to the doorman,
"Quickly fetch the best warhorse!"
"Huh?" The doorman was a bit confused.
"Huh my ass!"
Shen Yulou slapped him.
A five-finger mark instantly appeared on the doorman's face.
"The Emperor's token is here, why aren't you hurrying to fetch the horse?"
The doorman was startled and scrambled to the backyard, leading out a horse.
Shen Yulou grabbed the reins, flipped onto the horse, and said,
"Giddy up!"
Hu Bai heard the commotion and ran out. Seeing his horse being ridden away, he immediately became furious.
"You scoundrel! Who told you to give him the horse?"
"Steward Hu, he had the Emperor's token!"
Hu Bai slapped him on the other side of his face.
"Idiot! The token is for executing the Emperor's command; what does it have to do with our mansion's horse!"
The doorman covered his tingling cheeks with both hands, and tears streamed down his face against his will.
Who did I offend