The Ugly Empress by Yun Guo Shi Fei / 丑娘娘 by 云过是非

Chapter 24 - A Strange Dream

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Jiang Yu came bringing the royal physician.

The royal physician knew Xue Wang had been injured while trying to protect the Empress, naturally he didn't dare neglect this Empress. Moreover, after the swellings and bruises on Her Majesty's face disappeared, she looked radiant and her original beauty was shining through. The physician examined Her Majesty's pulse, then prescribed an ointment for the new wound around her ear and said, "Your Majesty needs not worry. After the monthly period passed, I will prescribe medicine for improving your health. For the next few days, avoid wetting the wound. Also, let the kitchen staff know not to make cold and spicy dishes."

The wound on Teng Yun's ear didn't bother him, it was also so much lighter than the ones he had before on his face. After all, Teng Yun was once a military general, he was not one to fuss over minor scratches. But what made him uncomfortable was when the physician mentioned 'monthly period'.

It had been more than a month since he woke up inside this Ugly Empress' body, so of course, that period was coming again. It was only some blood, but because Teng Yun had never seen it before, this matter made him very uncomfortable and helpless.

Every time the monthly period came, Teng Yun hardly walked anywhere and could only sit still all day. This kind of thing happen to a man, it was decidedly a very horrifying experience.

But as Teng Yun thought about it more, remembering that time he was alone with Xue Junliang on the carriage; he wasn't sure if Xue Junliang made a move on him or not. Therefore, when the physician said the monthly period was coming, Teng Yun could sigh in relief.

The royal physician told him a few more words then excused himself, not wanting to disturb Her Majesty's rest for too long.

Jiang Yu knelt to pay respect to the Empress and said, "Your Majesty is stressed over the accident with the assassins, so His Majesty sends this old servant to stay and serve at Yunfeng Palace for a few days. If Your Majesty needs anything, please give orders to this old servant."

Teng Yun lay back down, letting out an exhausted sigh. Jiang Yu was very perceptive; he stepped forward to cover Teng Yun with the blanket. Teng Yun was too tired to open his mouth so he only waved a hand.

Jiang Yu complied by bowing his head and stepping to the side. He had followed two generations of Xue Wang, he'd experienced many things in his life. He'd learned to notice the smallest gestures so he knew when it was appropriate for him to talk and when it wasn't.

Teng Yun was annoyed with the original Empress' body, which was so frail. Teng Yun's own body wasn't so robust and sturdy, but because he'd trained in horse riding and martial arts since he was still a child, he'd developed a strong physique. When he was captured as prisoner, he'd even made Xue Junliang very surprised, because he could withstand being poisoned and tortured.

Teng Yun had a lot in his mind, but he finally fell back into sleep. After sleeping for some time, Teng Yun thought he heard some noises from outside.

His eyes blinked open. Xiu Yao came over and said, "Empress, do you need something? I will get it for you. Are you thirsty?"

Teng Yun opened his mouth to speak, but his throat felt too dry so he nodded. Xiu Yao quickly went to the table and poured water into a cup. She then handed the cup to the Empress.

Teng Yun reached a hand to take it but the hand was shaking. Xiu Yao saw it and meant to help steady Teng Yun's hand but was stopped by Teng Yun.

Teng Yun's eyebrow knitted slightly. No matter what body he was in now; no matter how fragile, deep inside, Teng Yun was still the Teng Country's great general who had led troops of horse riders to war. This fact was engraved in Teng Yun's bones, could never be erased. Being unable to hold a cup of water, it really made Teng Yun look down on himself.