Summer days were long, and the weather grew increasingly sultry.
The Eldest Princess's health was deteriorating, so Ye Chutang visited the Long Princess Mansion daily to perform acupuncture.
"My body truly isn't what it used to be."
Cicadas droned outside, and the blazing sun was so intense it seemed to warp the very air.
The Eldest Princess reclined on her bed, yet she was still covered by a thin blanket, her hands as cold as ice.
Zhuxin brought in a decoction, its bitter aroma filling the entire room.
Ye Chutang removed the last of the silver needles before reassuring her, "It's only because the weather has suddenly turned sultry, and you were exposed to a draft. That's why you're feeling this way. As long as you rest well for a few days, you'll be fine."
As she spoke, she picked up the bowl of medicine. Sensing it was the right temperature, she took up the spoon to feed the Eldest Princess.
