In the Zhangtai Palace, within the layers of imperial confinement, the First Emperor Ying Zheng, who had not been seen for a long time, was flipping through the memorials in front of him, with a rare smile on his face!
"Royal Academy, Institute of Technology?"
"Oh, or in the name of Daqin?"
"Humph, this rebellious son is really bold enough to plot against me!"
"Confucianism, Legalism, Gongshu School..."
"The rebellious son does have some courage!"
The memorial in front of him was written by Ying Yuan.
What he actually said was just a request to his father to serve as the dean of the two colleges.
That's the thing.
But looking at the eloquent words in the text, the First Emperor really wanted to get up immediately, pick up a rattan stick and run to Ying Yuan's house outside the palace to beat that rebellious son.
It's obviously a good thing.
It can even be said that it is beneficial to both the country and the people.
It has profound and important significance for the future generations of the Qin Dynasty.
But such a good thing always becomes a little improper when it comes to Ying Yuan's mouth.
This guy really dares to brag.
More than 80% of the content describes how the author painstakingly read through ancient books, and then stayed up all night pondering and thinking about the matter without wanting to eat or drink.
My goodness, what he said was so moving and so sincere.
It would have been fine if the First Emperor hadn't received the Black Dragon Guards' intelligence report on Ying Yuan, but after looking at the report...
Pooh!
He really has no shame at all!
However, the First Emperor seemed to enjoy watching while cursing.
I have to say that this kid Ying Yuan does have some skills.
It's obviously just a process of bragging and showing off one's own achievements, but it's written in such a thrilling way.
Just watch it for fun, it's pretty good!
After reading it twice, the First Emperor smiled and nodded.
"Well, since it is beneficial to the country and the people, even if it takes advantage of me, so what?"
"The rebellious son did do a good thing, so let's approve it!"
Picking up the pen and just writing the word "appropriation" on the memorial, the First Emperor's expression suddenly changed.
"Cough, cough, cough!"
A violent cough suddenly burst out from the mouth of the First Emperor!
Gao Zhan, the eunuch who had been standing nearby in hiding, quickly brought a cup of tea and offered it, while softly advising him.
"Your Majesty, please take a rest first!"
"There's no rush for this memorial!"
The First Emperor took the tea and drank it all, then took a deep breath, and when his coughing subsided, he waved his hand nonchalantly.
Obviously, Gao Zhan's words were in vain.
And just at this moment, Zhang Han suddenly came to report.
"Your Majesty, the royal doctor Xia Wuqie wants to see you. It is said that he is here on behalf of Master Yuan!"
The First Emperor raised his eyes slightly and uttered the word "Xuan"!
"Your Majesty, I, Xia Wuqie, pay my respects to you!"
Xia Wuqi, wearing the official uniform representing the rank of imperial physician, walked in slowly and politely, and saluted respectfully.
"No gift!"
The First Emperor straightened his chest out as usual, and then looked directly at the doctor in front of him.
To be honest, he was indeed recuperating during this period of time.
But because the matter was confidential, he never let Xia Wuqie participate in his diagnosis and treatment.
As a result, Xia Wuqie showed up before he knew it. He even said he came on Ying Yuan's orders?
This is interesting!
Xia Wuqi took a deep breath, looked up at the First Emperor, and was relieved to see that his face looked normal.
"Your Majesty, since Your Majesty has been staying in the palace for a long time and has not shown up, Prince Yuan is worried about Your Majesty's health, so he specially sent me to speak to Your Majesty!"
As soon as these words were spoken, even someone as calm as the First Emperor couldn't help but show a rare hint of gentleness on his face.
If anyone else had been so careless as to send a doctor to observe his physical condition, the First Emperor would have probably killed the person on the spot, leaving no trace.
But when this person turned out to be his own rebellious son, the First Emperor felt relieved.
Because he knew that this was something that only his rebellious son could do.
Although he was angry with people, he always cared about and respected his father.
"Well, thank you for your hard work, Doctor Xia!"
"I am fine. I already know Yuan'er's filial piety!"
Logically speaking, this matter should end here.
However, Xia Wuqie looked at the First Emperor again and spoke with some hesitation.
"Your Majesty, there is actually one more thing!"
"The most important reason why Prince Yuan sent me here is because Prince Yuan felt that Your Majesty's blood circulation was not smooth and His blood was insufficient."
"So, after reading ancient books and thinking about it day and night, Gongzi Yuan compiled and invented a set of physical skills!"
"This technique helps to stimulate blood circulation and smooth the blood vessels. If practiced diligently, it can even prolong your life!"
"Well, I have also studied this matter with many of the imperial physicians."
"After repeated discussions and research by a group of doctors including me, we learned that this technique can indeed activate blood circulation and boost energy!"
Having said that, Xia Wuqi hesitated again, and after secretly glancing at the First Emperor, he gritted his teeth and said.
"In my opinion, Your Majesty has been in power for many years and has never been lazy. You are very tired every day handling government affairs and reviewing memorials. Most importantly, you sit for a long time, which has caused a serious burden on your body."
"Mr. Yuan may have exaggerated a little about this technique, but for Your Majesty, it is definitely beneficial to your health!"
"Therefore, I suggest that Your Majesty practice this technique with me!"
Xia Wuqie spoke with extreme caution.
At least, he definitely didn't dare to repeat Ying Yuan's boasting about this set of "physical skills".
My goodness, in Ying Yuan's words, this set of "physical skills" is so rare in the world that it is unparalleled!
It seems as if one can instantly achieve immortality by practicing this.
For a doctor, especially one who has been in the palace for many years, caution has been ingrained in his bones.
He dare not say anything nonsense!
But even so, Xia Wuqie's words just now still shocked the First Emperor.
The First Emperor looked straight at Xia Wuqie and pondered secretly in his heart.
This Doctor Xia has always been cautious and diligent since he saved the emperor in his early years.
Say less of what should be said, and never say what shouldn’t be said.
But such a cautious person still said "this technique is beneficial".
That proves that my unfilial son can really bring back something reliable.
Regardless of whether it could ultimately prolong his life, he couldn't refuse it just because it was good for his health.
Moreover, compared to that illusory "magic pill" whose effectiveness no one can be sure of.
This set of physical skills, which was developed by his own rebellious son while "reading ancient books day and night" and was verified by all the imperial doctors, would definitely make the First Emperor more trustworthy.
Therefore, the First Emperor looked at Xia Wuqi in front of him, nodded slightly, and then gave orders.
"In that case, Doctor Xia, you can practice for me!" (End of this chapter)