A few minutes later, the doctor knocked on the door and asked him to wait outside the bedroom.

The imperial physician recognized the Crown Princess. Who wouldn't recognize her? This charming face is hard to forget.

Even he, though old and with wrinkled ears, had heard rumors about her. There was almost nothing bad about her, and most problems could be solved by her, which was really admirable.

However, there is one thing that makes everyone a little embarrassed. That is the obvious love mark on her neck. And her ignorance of it makes her even more likable.

"Get out." Yu Zhen ordered the servants.

The doctor waited for a while, and everyone left the room. His apprentice stood aside, carrying a large box filled with various things, from herbs to tools.

"including you."

The apprentice blinked in surprise. He wanted to protest, because he had a duty to fulfill. However, this was the prince. To refuse him would be to ask to see the underworld.

He put the box on the table and ran out of the room with his tail between his legs.

"I expect the utmost loyalty."

The doctor did not question it, but nodded, "Understood, Your Highness."

"If today's examination were to get out, your family would suffer worse than you."

Li Xueyue stared at Yu Zhen blankly. Must he scare every soul in this palace? Who has he not threatened until now? Or what have they promised? She didn’t know.

"Of course, Your Highness," the doctor stammered. He knew without a doubt that the prince meant every word he said. The rumors about his cruelty were not all groundless. They were just retellings of the facts.

"My princess is curious about her fertility."

The imperial physician nodded, and he finally understood the purpose of this summons.

"Then please allow me to ask for your leave, Crown Princess." The doctor said. He motioned for the Crown Princess to sit down, which would make things much easier.

Li Xueyue walked towards the chair, but a hand stopped her. Confused, she looked down at the familiar calloused fingers. They grabbed the back of the chair and pulled it out. Confused, she walked to another chair and sat down.

When he stared at her with a sad look, she asked, "What's wrong?"

"This chair is for you." He pointed to the chair in his hand.

"Oh, I thought you were going to sit there."

Yu Zhen sighed, "You say that as if I have never been nice to you."

Li Xueyue smiled and said, "Hubby, don't be so excited. Sit down."

To emphasize her point, Li Xueyue patted the chair that had been pulled out. He continued to glare at her. Still, he reluctantly sat down.

"You can examine me now." Li Xueyue said to the imperial physician, not knowing what to do.

"Don't worry, Princess. We just need to ask a few questions and do a quick check."

Li Xueyue nodded slowly.

First, he checked her pulse. It was a little faster than usual, but since she was a little nervous, that was to be expected. Next, he checked her tongue, checking its color and health. Finally, he started asking questions.

"If you don't mind, Princess, I'd like to get out a piece of parchment so I can take notes. It will be easier for me to remember--"

"You have to keep it in mind." Yu Zhen's eyes were wide open, not allowing any argument.

It is not easy to become a royal doctor, as they serve exclusively the leaders of the country. To obtain this honorable title, skills and expertise alone are not enough.

The examination requirements for this position are very high and it usually takes five years to pass all the examinations. The selection process is very rigorous.

Any imperial physician is required to have a good memory. If the current imperial physician lacks memory, it means that he must be replaced.

After all, the palace only hired the best talent; the rest were dispensable.

"As you wish, Your Highness," the doctor replied. He cleared his throat and opened the wooden box containing supplies in case of emergency.

"I will ask about your monthly cycle," he began. He bowed his head and added, "This conversation may not be appropriate for a husband. If Your Highness does not wish to hear it—"

"I don't care, just ask," Yu Zhen said sternly. He was annoyed by the doctor's flowery words.

Is it so hard to understand? This is exactly why he likes the army more. Everyone is straightforward. There is no need to make things too complicated and delay time.

"Your Highness, I am so sorry." The doctor lowered his voice and said hurriedly. He was surprised that the prince was willing to stay and listen to him.

Normally, talking about a woman's period is taboo. No man wants to hear their woman say those disgusting things.

The doctor kept remembering this in his heart, even though it was becoming increasingly difficult for him. His skills had deteriorated with age. Sometimes, he would forget why he entered the room.

Li Xueyue's heart sank. She covered her stomach and racked her brains to find an excuse. "Yes, when I was young... I was an energetic child. When I was practicing martial arts and sword, I often practiced too much." She lied.

The imperial physician was shocked. How could the Emperor and Empress Wuyi allow their daughter to act so recklessly? !

Well, that does describe yesterday's widely publicized incident. Raising such a talented daughter requires sacrifices.

"You, the current Crown Princess, may be more prone to infertility than most women. This is mainly due to the injuries on your body, no matter how big or small, they are all a little bit caused."

Li Xueyue had expected this, but she still dropped her shoulders in disappointment, and a feeling of melancholy suddenly enveloped her heart.

"Despite the uncertainty, I will prescribe you a herbal tonic to promote fertility, Princess. This tonic is made from herbs known to increase—"

“As long as you do this, you can get out.”

The imperial physician was not afraid of the prince's temper. He had been treating the boy since he was born.

Nothing could frighten him at this point. Besides, if the prince suddenly became merciful, the underworld would have frozen over. This was not the behavior people expected from him.

Kindness cannot move mountains, but brute force can.

"As you wish, Your Highness," the doctor said calmly.

The imperial physician collected herbs silently. Fortunately, he had anticipated this request and was well prepared.

He moved quickly, packing up just the right amount of herbs, all neatly wrapped in small parchment bags.

"Please ask the servant to make two cups a day. One in the morning and one in the evening."

Li Xueyue nodded. Seeing so many small bags, she felt a little bitter.

"It will taste terrible, so I suggest drinking it with something sweet and sour, such as sugar-coated prunes or the Crown Princess."

The doctor neatly arranged the things in front of her, separating the medicines to be taken during the day and at night.

"Is that all?" Li Xueyue asked.

"We have to wait for the results. If there are no results after a month, then I will prescribe stronger medicine."

Li Xueyue nodded slowly. What did he mean by the result? Was she pregnant?

"Crown Princess, is there anything else?" asked the imperial physician.

Li Xueyue hesitated whether to take sleeping pills, but she had no problem falling asleep recently, especially when she was physically exhausted, which made her feel extremely comfortable.

Li Xueyue smiled and said, "That's it."

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