In the main hall.
The princes could no longer bear it any longer and were quite unwell, seriously unwell.
Everyone's blood surged, their faces turned red and their necks felt thick, and they felt like their internal organs were about to shift.
However, no one left.
Although the crown prince has been determined and unbreakable, there is still a competitive relationship between the princes. After all, everyone wants to carve out a good vassal. If you leave at this time, you will easily be labeled as unfilial by your competitors.
Affect the future!
The prince who raised the flag was the closest to Li Qing. He was the first to bear the brunt and was even more unbearable. His hands holding the chair were trembling, and there was a faint look of regret on his face.
The other princes did not feel better than him. The prince behind him quietly covered his ears, but it had no effect at all. The notes were extremely penetrating and shocked people's hearts.
What a sin!
But they didn't dare to stop, because this song seemed to be really useful. Queen Ma actually sat up with the help of the palace maid, and her complexion was obviously better.
Li Qing wasn't feeling well either. He hadn't eaten breakfast and his energy was gradually depleted, so his face gradually turned pale.
A drop of sweat slipped from his forehead to his eyelids, but he didn't even have time to wipe it away. If he was not careful, all his previous efforts might be wasted.
"Zheng~buzz~"
Gong, Shang, Jiao, Zheng, Yu, five different syllables surround the main hall.
Notes came out from Li Qing's fingertips one by one, resounding throughout the hall, shocking everyone's heart.
At this time, there was a sound of footsteps, and Li Qing's heart moved. He knew that it must be Zhu Yuanzhang. He did not stop and continued to play the strings.
'Ta-ta-ta-ta...'
The sound of footsteps came from far to near, and after a while, Zhu Yuanzhang walked into the main hall.
When the princes saw the savior, they hurriedly wanted to bow down and salute, but Zhu Biao waved his hand to stop him.
Zhu Yuanzhang was greatly surprised when he saw that it was really Li Qing playing the piano.
The sound of the piano in the hall was not much louder than when he first left the Fengtian Hall. He didn't understand how the sound could travel so far, but he couldn't help but be overjoyed when he saw that his sister could already sit up and looked much better.
Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Li Qing who was playing, and stood aside consciously, not caring about his rudeness.
Gradually, he felt something was wrong. Before, his mind was on his wife and he didn't care about the music at all. Now when he listened carefully, he felt his blood surge.
Looking at the sons and grandsons, all of them were trying their best to endure, many of them had ferocious faces and waved their hands in annoyance.
As if they had been granted amnesty, the princes bowed silently and quietly left this place of right and wrong.
The main hall was immediately bright and bright, with only Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Biao, and two palace maids.
The sound of the piano continued, and Li Qing was about to collapse. Hunger and the rapid consumption of his energy made him exhausted.
"Zhengzhengzheng~~~"
The sound of the piano suddenly sped up, like rain hitting banana trees, and everyone felt their internal organs vibrating in resonance, which was simply unbearable.
Just when the two palace ladies were about to scream out loud, the sound of the piano suddenly stopped, and the hall became quiet, with only the rapid breathing of everyone.
"Huhuhu..."
Li Qing's chest rose and fell violently, big beads of sweat rolled down his face, his face turned pale, he breathed heavily, and he felt like his body was being hollowed out.
"Sister (mother queen), how do you feel?"
The father and son stepped forward together, and no one cared how Li Qing felt.
There is another person... Li Qing is unable to complain.
"This song is really strange." Queen Ma nodded gently, "I feel better."
At this time, a palace maid came in with a medicinal soup, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, Your Highness, the medicine is ready."
Zhu Yuanzhang stood up and took the medicine bowl, then turned his eyes to Li Qing, "Do you really want to drink this medicine?"
"Yeah." Li Qing nodded.
Suddenly he felt that something was missing, and saw two palace ladies staring at him strangely. Then he woke up and stood up quickly, "Caomin..."
"Stop saluting." Queen Ma said, "You must be exhausted. Sit down and rest."
"Thank you, empress." Li Qing didn't show any pretense and sat down to regain his strength.
Zhu Yuanzhang was very satisfied with Li Qing, "Let's have lunch with us!"
"...Thank you, Your Majesty. The common people are terrified."
To be honest, he really didn't want to eat with Zhu Yuanzhang. Banqueting with the emperor was a great honor for others, but he didn't care about these frivolous things. It was better to feel comfortable eating alone.
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled, turned around, scooped up the medicinal soup and blew it to his mouth, "Good medicine is bitter, sister, you have to drink it all."
Empress Ma nodded, lowered her head and drank the medicinal soup that was brought to her mouth. She was suddenly startled and said softly, "This medicine is not bitter, but a little sweet."
"Really?" Zhu Yuanzhang said happily, "Then let's try it too."
"Can I taste the medicine at will?" Queen Ma gave him a slap.
"Look, let's just say that." Zhu Yuanzhang smiled happily and continued to gently feed the medicine.
Zhu Biao smacked his lips and seemed to feel that he was a little redundant. He stood up and said, "Father, Emperor, Mother, and I still have some official business to deal with, so I'll take my leave first."
"Go ahead, go ahead." Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand, "Go to the Imperial Study Room and deal with our share as well."
"...My son obeys the order!"
Zhu Biao had already left, and Li Qing had no reason to stay. He quickly stood up to leave, but Queen Ma said, "Wait a moment."
Then, he said to Zhu Yuanzhang, "Your Majesty, official duties are important. Don't stress everything on Biao'er. I'll go to bed after asking the gentleman about his condition."
"Okay then." Zhu Yuanzhang put down the empty medicine bowl and glanced at Li Qing, "Go to the Imperial Study Room to meet us later."
"The common people obey the decree." Li Qing nodded.
When Zhu Yuanzhang walked out of the hall, Queen Ma sat up straight and said, "You should also step aside."
"Yes, Your Majesty." The two little palace maids bowed slightly, took a few steps back, and turned to leave.
Li Qing felt a little uneasy when he saw that he was the only one left in the hall, "Your Majesty..."
"Come here."
"Uh...yes." Li Qing stepped forward bravely.
Empress Ma said bluntly, "How long can I live?"
"Don't worry, Madam, the grass-roots people will do their best..."
"Answer my question!"
"..." Li Qing was afraid that she would ask this. He had not yet gained Zhu Yuanzhang's attention. If Zhu Yuanzhang knew that he was unable to cure the queen's illness, the consequences would be...
Seeing that he remained silent, Empress Ma asked again: "Can you survive the Mid-Autumn Festival?"
"Yes." Li Qing almost blurted out, paused, and said seriously, "The Mid-Autumn Festival is absolutely no problem."
Queen Ma smiled with satisfaction, "This is already very good."
As he said that, he took out a half-foot piece of yellow silk from his pillow and said, "Take this. This is the document for leaving the city. It has my seal printed on it. If one day you feel that my time is approaching, please go ahead and do it in advance." Take it with you and run away overnight. No one inside or outside the palace will dare to stop you.
Remember, find a place to hide in the mountains and forests and don’t go out easily. "
Li Qing stared blankly at the beautiful handwriting in small regular script, sniffed, and was filled with emotion.
"Hide it, it will save your life!" Queen Ma warned.
"Yes, thank you, empress." Li Qing said seriously, "The common people will do their best."
Empress Ma smiled bitterly, "I know my body well, alas...
In this life, I have suffered hardships but also enjoyed blessings. I am full of children and grandchildren. God has been kind to me. It doesn't matter if I die now, but... once I die, no one can persuade him.
I really don’t want him to leave the impression of a tyrant to future generations..."
Maybe it was because his health was getting better, or maybe it was because he hadn't met anyone with whom he could talk to his heart for a long time. Queen Ma talked a lot, and Li Qing couldn't get in the conversation, so he just listened quietly, but he also gained a deep understanding of Zhu Yuanzhang.
He listened to it, remembered it in his heart, and made perfect preparations for the future.
After a long time, Queen Ma breathed a sigh of relief and said with a chuckle: "You must be tired of listening to my chatter for so long."
"Don't dare."
Empress Ma sighed softly, "I am exhausted, you go and see the emperor!"
"Yes, the common people obey the order."
Li Qing bowed and exited the hall.
…
Royal study room.
Zhu Yuanzhang and his son were reviewing the memorial. When they saw Li Qing coming in, they stopped the memorial in their hands and asked, "How is the queen's health?"
Li Qing cupped his hands and said, "Go back to your Majesty, Your Highness, and slowly nurse him back to health with hope of recovery."
Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy, "Well, you are very good!"
After a pause, "What's going on with the sound of the piano?"
He stared directly at Li Qing, "If the Immortal family's methods cannot be spread to outsiders, then you don't have to tell them. We won't be guilty."
I believe you. You can hardly hide your murderous intent... Li Qing quickly flattered you, "You can't hide it from heaven and earth, and you can't hide it from the emperor..."
Barabara...
Although Zhu Yuanzhang knew that he was flattering, his expression softened greatly. What he wanted was an attitude.
"Then tell me what's going on."
