Chapter 632 - 643: Meeting the Empress Dowager
The ladies behind her, anxious for Gu Youyou, began to frown, feeling that her words were inappropriate to say in front of the Empress. The rules of her medical hall were respected by these noblewomen, a token of respect for Doctor Gu’s character, a courtesy to the Lin Family, a favor to the Princely Heir.
Does the Empress need to give those two face?
They truly feared that if the Empress were displeased, she might accuse Gu Youyou of grave disrespect.
Madam Lin, in particular, was so nervous she could almost wring water from her handkerchief.
This child, wasn’t everything settled at home? She had agreed so readily, what was she doing now?
Everyone watched the Empress anxiously but discovered to their relief that she was not angry; in fact, a faint smile hung upon her face, and they gradually calmed down.
The Empress said, "It stands to reason, as your medical hall has its rules, we should follow them and not make things difficult for you. However, the Empress Dowager has trouble with her legs, and it would not be good to disturb the common people with too much fanfare by bringing her to your Jisheng Hall. Hence, I invite you today to have an audience and examine the Empress Dowager’s leg ailment at Renshou Palace. What do you say?"
Gu Youyou smiled slightly and said, "The Empress Dowager’s situation is indeed a special case, and I shall do my utmost. However, I need to prepare some items and would ask your permission to make a trip to the Imperial Medical Bureau."
That seemed more like it, and everyone felt relieved.
The Empress said with a smile, "Very well, in that case... come, someone escort Doctor Gu to the Imperial Medical Bureau."
Gu Youyou followed the Palace Maiden out, and after the Empress exchanged a few more words, she too rose and said, "As Miss Gu is attending to the Empress Dowager, I, myself, shall also take a look. Madams, please enjoy yourselves here without restraint."