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The next morning, Bei Lin'er put on her morning court dress, which combined the traditional and noble elements of Hanfu. The white veil on her face concealed her old scar, but it couldn't hide her determination and wisdom.
As the team prepared to depart, Peng Yizhi approached her with his weapon. "Princess, we will protect you throughout the journey to ensure your safety."
"Thank you, senior brother Peng, for allowing us to witness the magnificence of the Imperial Palace of Later Tang together," Bei Lin'er smiled, but her eyes remained vigilant.
Their group proceeded grandly towards the imperial city. Upon reaching the gates of the palace, the magnificent walls and the resplendent golden tiles shimmered in the sunlight, exuding extraordinary grandeur. Bei Lin'er felt inexplicably tense, knowing that this palace held many secrets and intrigues within its depths.
The palace gate slowly opened, and they were greeted by an elderly eunuch who bowed respectfully and said, " Princess Bai Ling'er, the Emperor is ready to welcome you in the royal garden."
Guided by the eunuch, Bei Lin'er entered the grand palace. Passing guards and palace maids cast curious and astonished glances at this mysterious princess from Ba-Shu.
In the bustling imperial garden, Emperor of the Later Tang personally welcomed her. He was young, with a hint of heroism in his brows, and his eyes met Bei Lin'er's, as if trying to see into her heart.
" Princess Bai Ling'er, I have long heard of your great reputation," the Emperor's voice was gentle, with a smile, "I have heard of your unparalleled medical skills and have specially invited you to the palace for a gathering."
Bei Lin'er bowed and responded, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. I am just a physician, hoping to bring some help to the people of Later Tang."
The Emperor nodded slightly and gestured for a eunuch to bring forward a visibly frail palace maid. The girl's complexion was pale, and she walked unsteadily, clearly afflicted by illness.
"This is my palace maid, who has been ill for many days, and the imperial physicians have been helpless," the Emperor's tone carried a hint of probing, "I wonder if the princess has any methods to lend her a helping hand?"
Bei Lin'er stepped forward to carefully examine the condition of the palace maid. She gently held the maid's wrist and carefully took her pulse. The eyes of everyone in the palace were fixed on this scene, and the air seemed to have frozen.
After a moment of silence, Bei Lin'er released the hand of the palace maid and turned to the emperor with a determined look. "The root of this maid's illness lies in her lungs, and it is very serious. I can attempt to treat her using the special herbs from our Ba-Shu, but it will take a few days to prepare."
A hint of surprise flashed in the emperor's eyes, followed by an expression of appreciation. "Very well, then we will trouble the princess," he said, instructing the eunuch beside him, "Arrange for the princess to stay at the Ning'an Palace, provide her with the best treatment, and accommodate all of her needs."
Bei Lin'er nodded, her expression calm but her alertness heightened internally. The Emperor's invitation seemed simple on the surface, but there could be unknown tests or traps behind it. She had to be careful and prepare to handle any potential mishaps at any time.
Upon being arranged to stay at the Ning'an Palace in the imperial palace, Bei Lin'er immediately began preparing medicine and secretly sent messengers to inform Ren Yi Ge of her safety and progress.
A few days later, when Bei Lin'er was invited back to the Imperial Garden, she had already prepared a special potion in her hands. Under the watchful eyes of the emperor and numerous guards, the palace maid carefully took the potion.
Bei Lin'er remained composed on the surface, but inside, she calmly observed the maid's reaction and the movements of those around her. After a brief wait, the maid's complexion gradually regained its rosy hue, and her breathing also became much steadier.
The emperor, upon seeing this, couldn't help but show a look of surprise, which quickly turned into relief. "Truly deserving of her reputation, Princess Bai Ling'er's medical skills are indeed extraordinary."
This treatment not only solidified Bei Lin'er's position in the emperor's heart, but also greatly increased her prestige in the Later Tang palace. However, Bei Lin'er knew that this initial test in the palace was just the beginning, and she would have to handle various challenges and opportunities that may arise with even greater caution.
After successfully treating the palace maid, Bei Lin'er was formally invited to attend a banquet at the palace, marking her first public appearance in front of the high-ranking officials of the Later Tang dynasty. At the banquet, nobles and officials from various regions showed great curiosity and interest in this Ba-Shu healer.
Bei Lin'er wore traditional Ba-Shu attire, and her unique appearance and demeanor attracted everyone's attention. She responded politely and reservedly to inquiries from all directions, carefully maintaining her air of mystery while quietly observing the words and actions of these dignitaries.
In a conversation, an official named Li Yuan tentatively asked, "Princess, I've heard that in addition to your superb medical skills, you have also researched many mysteries about herbs. I wonder if you are willing to share some of your research findings about Cymbidium orchid with us?"
Bei Lin'er smiled slightly, inwardly alert. She knew that information about Cymbidium orchid could not be easily disclosed, especially in such a politically calculating setting. She cleverly replied, "Lord Li, you are too kind. The research on Cymbidium orchid is still in its preliminary stages, with not many breakthroughs. However, if there are substantial advancements in the future, I will definitely share them with everyone at the appropriate time."
Li Yuan After listening, although he maintained a smile on his face, a hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes. Bei Lin'er's response both retained politeness and successfully avoided potential political pitfalls.
At the splendid palace banquet, among the many distinguished guests, a graceful young prince caught everyone's attention. He was Li Zhao. His demeanor exuded profound knowledge and extraordinary elegance, setting him apart from the crowd.
Standing quietly on the side, Bei Lin'er cast a fleeting glance at the prince, but her heart stirred. Although Li Zhao's appearance had changed significantly, the sense of familiarity was overwhelming. She remembered a gentle young boy from her childhood memories, who used to play with her in the gardens of Ba-Shu.
Li Zhao's gaze also inadvertently fell on Bei Lin'er. Although he did not recognize her, her unique temperament and eyes made him feel a strange familiarity, as if they had a distant encounter in a dream.
"Who is this princess?" Li Zhao approached the emperor hosting the banquet and asked quietly.
The emperor smiled and introduced, "She is Princess Bai Ling'er from Ba-Shu, known for her exceptional medical skills. She has come to the palace today for an exchange."
Li Zhao nodded, his curiosity thoroughly aroused. He politely walked towards Bei Lin'er with a searching look in his eyes.
"Princess, I am delighted to meet you here. I am Li Zhao," Li Zhao elegantly bowed, "I have heard of your background and I am deeply impressed."
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