For several days, Shangguan Wan Ning would enter the palace to accompany the Queen Mother.
The Queen Mother's illness gradually recovered, and even the stubborn illnesses that had persisted for many years gradually disappeared under Shangguan Wanning's acupuncture and massage.
In fact, the Queen Mother suddenly fainted that day because of Shangguan Wan Ning's manipulation, with the purpose of attracting the Queen Mother's attention.
In order to make up for her guilt towards the Queen Mother, Shangguan Wan Ning worked even harder when taking care of the Queen Mother. Until one day, when she was massaging the Queen Mother, she met the Emperor who came to pay his respects.
She finally waited.
"We haven't seen you for a few days. The Queen Mother looks much better." The Emperor sat down opposite the Queen Mother.
The Queen Mother's face was red and filled with a happy smile.
"Of course, it's all thanks to Ning'er." The Queen Mother took Shangguan Wan Ning's hand and pulled her to her side, "You must reward Shangguan Qing's family for being able to cultivate such an outstanding daughter.
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"oh?"
The emperor fixed his gaze on Shangguan Wan Ning and looked her up and down.
He has always been quite curious about Shangguan Wan Ning, especially the rumors about her and Xiao Zhenting a few days ago.
He thought that Xiao Zhenting or Shangguan Yue would mention the marriage to him, but unexpectedly, neither party made any move.
"I have been suffering from splitting headaches these days. Since Ning'er can heal the Queen Mother, can you also take a look at it for me?"
Shangguan Wan Ning smiled and showed no timidity when facing the emperor.
"As long as the emperor is willing to let me try, I will do my best."
The emperor was slightly startled, and looked even more admiringly at Shangguan Wan Ning.
Most people, even his concubines and children, were a little in awe when they saw him, but Shangguan Wan Ning was so natural.
"Okay, okay, very good." The emperor laughed, "Then you come and give it a try."
Shangguan Wan Ning bowed, walked to the emperor, stretched out her slender hands to massage the emperor's temples, and then slowly moved down to other acupuncture points.
After half an hour, the emperor felt completely relaxed and refreshed.
He hasn't felt this way for a long time.
In fact, in addition to massage, Shangguan Wan Ning also carries a special spice prepared by Lu Xiangzi, which can be used with acupoint massage to achieve twice the result with half the effort.
That night, the emperor's headache did not occur and he slept extremely soundly.
He tried to ask the imperial doctor to use Shangguan Wanning's technique to massage him, but he still couldn't find that feeling.
When the emperor's chronic illness broke out again, he couldn't help but summon Shangguan Wan Ning.
This time, Shangguan Wan Ning also pricked his acupuncture points with silver needles. Under her treatment, the recurrence of stubborn diseases became less and less.
The emperor felt very satisfied.
When Xiao Zhenting saw that Shangguan Wan Ning had gained the emperor's trust and favor, he couldn't wait to marry her in order to reestablish his status.
"Ning'er," Xiao Zhenting saw Shangguan Wan Ning coming out of the Queen Mother's palace, and hurriedly went to greet her, looking at her tenderly. "I haven't seen you for so many days. I think you are thinking so hard."
Xiao Zhenting said, taking a step forward to hold Shangguan Wan Ning's hand.
Shangguan Wan Ning took a step back to avoid it. "Really? But these days, the second prince has never come to see me."
How could Shangguan Wan Ning not understand Xiao Zhenting's little thoughts?
He thought he had the upper hand and wanted the Shangguan family to take the initiative to find him.
It was really thanks to him having such a thought and giving her enough time to save herself and fight back.
"What? Are you angry with me?"
Xiao Zhenting found that Shangguan Wan Ning actually didn't show her face to him this time. Although there was complaint in her words, there was also a hint of coquettishness in her words.
He was elated, feeling that his retreat was effective.
Or maybe, he completely broke up Shangguan Wan Ning and Mu Jingrui, leaving Shangguan Wan Ning with no choice.
"How dare I be angry with you, Second Prince?" Shangguan Wan Ning looked at Xiao Zhenting with a hint of arrogance and contempt in her smile.
"He said no." Xiao Zhenting lowered his head and looked at Shangguan Wan Ning's delicate and fair face, wishing to hold her in his arms immediately.
He reached out and lifted Shangguan Wan Ning's chin. This time, Shangguan Wan Ning did not shake his hand away.
"Ning'er, I really miss you. I can't sleep well at night. I really hope you lie next to me..."
"Hey!" Shangguan Wan Ning covered Xiao Zhenting's mouth and raised her eyebrows slightly, "The second prince can't say the following words anymore. If someone hears me, I will be embarrassed."
Xiao Zhenting was immediately elated, held Shangguan Wan Ning's hand, and said with a smile: "It's my fault, I shouldn't be so picky. But I really can't help it... Ning'er, I'll go to your father's house to propose marriage right away, what do you say?
OK?"
Shangguan Wan Ning withdrew her hand, turned her back and said softly: "Now, do I have any other choice?"
Xiao Zhenting was overjoyed. His goal was finally achieved.
Moreover, Shangguan Wan Ning also gave him an unexpected surprise.
"Ning'er, just wait, I'll go back and prepare the betrothal gift."
"Okay, I'll wait for you."
After Shangguan Wan Ning finished speaking, she turned around and walked away, leaving Xiao Zhenting looking at her back infatuatedly.
On the other side, Mu Jingyan stood behind the rockery and heard clearly the entire conversation between Xiao Zhenting and Shangguan Wanning.
The hands hidden in her sleeves were tightly clenched into fists.
Thinking that her brother was still seriously injured but Shangguan Wan Ning was happily planning a future with Xiao Zhenting, she wished she could rush over and slap them both to death.
"Master, are you okay?" The maid asked cautiously when she saw Mu Jingyan's pale face.
"Is everything okay? Huh! The matter is serious." Mu Jingyan said through gritted teeth, "Shangguan Wan Ning actually used me to send messages to harm my brother. One day, I will get this debt back with interest."
After that, he walked away.
There is something that has always been a thorn in Shangguan Wan Ning's heart, like a lump in her throat. If it is not resolved as soon as possible, she will feel uneasy.
She took Lutong to the courtyard house at No. 23 Huazhi Lane.
Lu Tong stepped forward and knocked on the door. A little maid opened the door, stuck her head out and looked at them warily, and asked in a low voice: "Who are you looking for?"
"Go in and tell your mistress that someone from the Shangguan family is here, and ask her to come out and meet her as soon as possible."
The little maid was a little nervous and ran in quickly.
Not long after, a woman wearing blue gauze came out. The moment her eyes met with Shangguan Wan Ning's, Shangguan Wan Ning couldn't help but admire her.
She is indeed a beauty in the world.
Every frown and every smile is charming, and every gesture is elegant and noble.
No wonder, the second uncle did not hesitate to break up with his first wife for her, and even her father fell into her trap.
"Miss Shangguan is here just to take a look at me, right?" Qiunong smiled slightly, blooming like a hundred flowers.
Shangguan Wan Ning stepped inside and found that the furnishings in the house were very elegant, not at all the style of a martial artist like Zheng Binghang.