I practiced medicine in ancient times

Chapter 238: Promoted to 5th Rank Imperial Physician

When Concubine Wu heard this, her face turned even paler. She had originally thought that she could take this opportunity to get rid of the queen and thus consolidate her position in the palace.

Even if the Queen could not be eliminated and was discovered by her, he could take the opportunity to say that the Queen had framed him. After all, the wine of the four people was poured from one wine jug. Why was the Queen's alone poisonous? If he could not explain the reason, he could say that the Queen disliked him and framed him.

But unexpectedly, her plan was seen through by Xu Qingyi at a glance.

Seeing that the evidence was irrefutable, the Empress took the opportunity to beat the fallen dog, turned around and saluted to the Emperor and the Empress Dowager, saying, "Your Majesty, Empress Dowager, the evidence of Concubine Wu's behavior is irrefutable. Please make the decision, Your Majesty and Empress Dowager.

A few days ago, Doctor Xu also found some things in my Kunning Palace that shouldn't be there. It was these things that caused me to be so weak. "

At this time, the Queen Mother added a handful of firewood, implying that the presence of something that shouldn't have appeared in her palace, causing her physical weakness, was also caused by Concubine Wu.

The Emperor and the Empress Dowager looked at each other, with a hint of anger in their eyes. They had never expected that someone close to them would do such a thing.

"Come here, take Concubine Wu away and lock her up in the cold palace to await her fate." The emperor's voice was cold and firm, without a trace of hesitation.

"Father, you cannot convict my mother based on just a few words from Xu Qingyi. Please investigate thoroughly." At this time, the eldest prince born to Concubine Wu stepped out from the table, knelt down and begged for mercy.

Concubine Wu was taken away by the guards. Her face was as pale as paper and her eyes were full of despair. She knew that her career in the palace had come to an end.

The palace banquet for the Empress Dowager's sixtieth birthday was ruined by the commotion and ended in a hilarious manner.

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Five days later, when Concubine Wu was plotting to murder the Empress, the truth gradually surfaced after investigation. It turned out that Concubine Wu had secretly bribed the maids of Kunning Palace many years ago and added licorice and seaweed, which can cause chronic physical weakness, into the incense, perfume powder, and food used by the Empress.

The Queen Mother hid the poison in the ice in the wine jug on her 60th birthday. In order to ensure the smooth implementation of the plan, she also deliberately chose the important day of the Queen Mother's 60th birthday to try to frame the Queen in front of everyone.

However, she never expected that Xu Qingyi could see through her plan at a glance.

The Emperor and the Empress Dowager were furious when they learned the truth. They could not tolerate someone around them being so bold as to murder the Empress in the palace.

The emperor was furious, but considering that Concubine Wu gave birth to the eldest prince, he did not poison Concubine Wu to death. Instead, he ordered Concubine Wu to be banished to the cold palace.

"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims that Doctor Xu is a highly skilled doctor and has performed meritorious service in saving the Empress. I confer the title of Doctor Xu as a fifth-rank imperial physician. I decree this!"

"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims that Doctor Bai has made great contributions to the development of penicillin and that he is to be conferred the title of Fifth-Rank Imperial Physician. This is decreed!"

On that day, two imperial edicts were issued to the Imperial Hospital, both of which were decrees to confer titles and promotions. Upon learning that Xu Qingyi and Bai Yan were promoted to the position of fifth-rank imperial physicians, many imperial physicians in the Imperial Hospital were shocked.

It was discovered that the world-famous penicillin was actually developed by Bai Yan.

He was also surprised at the speed at which Xu Qingyi and Bai Yan were promoted.

When the two of them first entered the Imperial Hospital, they were appointed as sixth-rank medical officers by the Emperor. Less than half a year later, they were promoted to fifth-rank imperial physicians. This speed of promotion was unprecedented and shocked them greatly.

"Congratulations to Imperial Physician Xu and Imperial Physician Bai."

"Congratulations, congratulations."

After the eunuch who announced the decree left, the imperial doctors in the Imperial Hospital came forward to congratulate him one after another. Whether they were sincere or not, they all had smiles on their faces.

Xu Qingyi and Bai Yan looked at each other and saw the indifference and calmness in each other's eyes.

"Thank you for the congratulations from all my colleagues. Today, Bai Yan and I will be the hosts. Let's go to Juxianglou." Xu Qingyi responded with a smile.

Bai Yan also nodded in agreement. She knew that although she had been promoted to the position of imperial physician, she still had a long way to go in her medical skills and needed to continue to learn and improve.

"Everyone go away. Imperial Physician Xu, Imperial Physician Bai, I have something to tell you." At this time, Wu Chen sent everyone away and called Xu Qingyi and Bai Yan to the room where he worked to discuss something.

"Sir Wu, do you have anything to tell us?" After arriving at the room where Wu Chen worked, Bai Yan asked Wu Chen with a smile.

“First of all, congratulations to both of you on your promotion to fifth-rank imperial physicians.

Considering your two ages and the speed at which you have been promoted, it is truly unprecedented.

Being a fifth-rank imperial physician is not just a promotion in official rank, it also means that the two of you have truly entered the core circle of the imperial palace and are exposed to the core secrets of the Miaoshou and Huichun clinics.

You will be exposed to more secrets and will also bear greater responsibilities." Wu Chen said earnestly.

Bai Yan and Xu Qingyi looked at each other and saw the joy and determination in each other's eyes. They knew that this was Wu Chen's affirmation of them and also his expectation for their future.

"Lord Wu, if you have anything to say, just tell us. Qingyi and I are willing to take on more responsibilities." Bai Yan said respectfully.

Wu Chen nodded, expressing satisfaction with their attitude.

"Very good, both of you are smart and have excellent medical skills.

Both of you have reached marriageable age, and you haven't talked about marriage yet. I'm sure there are many people in the capital who are interested in you.

I am not only impressed by your official rank, but also by your medical skills.

The reason I tell you all this is not because I want to act as a matchmaker for you.

In the future, if you want to decide on your own marriage, you can ask the Emperor, the Empress Dowager, or the Empress for permission." Wu Chen was afraid that Xu Qingyi and Bai Yan would misunderstand, so he quickly explained.

Xu Qingyi and Bai Yan were both stunned when they heard Wu Chen's words. Xu Qingyi reacted and said calmly, "Master Wu, we understand what you mean.

However, as doctors, we would like to focus on our medical skills. As for marriage, we have just reached the age of marriage this year and are still young, so we are not in a hurry. "

Wu Chen listened to their answers, nodded, and praised: "It's good that you have such an idea. After all, the way of medicine requires one to be focused and undivided.

As for marriage, you really don't have to rush. If you are willing, I can help you ask the emperor or the queen mother for permission, so that you have the right to choose your own marriage."

"Thank you, Lord Wu." The two said in unison.