CHAPTER 174: CHAPTER 174: GIVING UP TREATMENT

"Forgive me for speaking out of turn, but I’m afraid the Second Princess has little chance of survival."

The Emperor understood in his heart that continuing to struggle for her life would only prolong the suffering of the Second Princess.

And so, after a long silence, he spoke to the two of them.

"If there is a way to let the Princess depart peacefully, then do it."

Upon hearing this, everyone present knelt down on the ground.

As long as there was a glimmer of hope, the Emperor would not have made such a decision.

Instead of letting the Second Princess endure endless torment, it would be better to let her leave peacefully.

If she was born into an unfortunate life this time, may she find a family of harmony and stability in the next.

The Emperor’s words left Mrs. Yun and Doctor Dou unable to respond.

As healers, they were unwilling to give up until the very last moment.

But given the current situation, dragging it on for another day would only mean another day of suffering for the Second Princess, so they could understand the Emperor’s decision.

After a moment, Doctor Dou finally said slowly.

"I am powerless to save the Second Princess, but I can arrange for her to leave peacefully. I will go and prepare the medicine."

A trace of reluctance appeared on Mrs. Yun’s cold face.

This might be the most difficult time for a healer.

Unable to heal, unable to save.

The Emperor turned his back to them and did not speak again.

Yet the slight trembling of his body revealed his current sorrow.

Xia An felt deeply that something was amiss, so he quietly made his way to Huifang Courtyard.

When Lin Wanyi heard that the Emperor wanted Doctor Dou to send the Second Princess off peacefully, she found it unbelievable.

She immediately said.

"Go and find Nanny Du."

"Yes."

Xia An did not hide anything from Nanny Du.

He explained the situation as they walked along.

By the time Lin Wanyi met with Nanny Du, both of their faces bore an expression of determination.

"Have you decided, Young Mistress?"

"Yes, even all things struggle toward life, let alone a life like the Second Princess’s. If we give up without fighting to the last moment, I would feel sorry for her."

Nanny Du nodded.

This might be what she admired most about Lin Wanyi.

Her desire to live was beyond ordinary, and she never gave up on even the slightest opportunity.

Even when the path was filled with brambles, she would always find a way to rise.

The Second Princess was certainly suffering now, but if she could struggle to live, who would really want to die?

So she said to Lin Wanyi.

"Young Mistress, your resolve is strong, and I will stand by you to the end!"

Then Lin Wanyi instructed Xia An.

"Nanny Du and I will go to take care of the Second Princess. Pay close attention to the Second Prince, do not neglect him, understand?"

"Rest assured, Young Mistress, I will not fail you."

After these instructions, Lin Wanyi and Nanny Du hurriedly set off.

Fortunately, the two courtyards were not far apart, so they arrived within the time it takes to drink a cup of tea.

Doctor Dou had not returned, so for now, the Second Princess was safe.

The Emperor heard hurried footsteps from behind him.

Turning around, he saw Lin Wanyi and Nanny Du.

Their eyes were exceptionally determined, and before he could speak, they knelt on the ground and sincerely said.

"Your Majesty, please leave the Second Princess to me and Nanny Du. As long as there is a ray of hope, we will not give up."

Lin Wanyi spoke firmly, but Mrs. Yun feared that Lin Wanyi would bring trouble upon herself.

If the Second Princess did indeed die under her care, leaving aside everything else, the Princess Consort Lan would likely be the first to make things difficult for her.

So she hurriedly said.

"Young Mistress, think twice, the Second Princess is already beyond saving, why put yourself through all this trouble again?"

Lin Wanyi could hear the urgency in Mrs. Yun’s voice and knew she meant well.

But if she too stood by idly in this matter, she would likely feel uneasy when she reflected on it at midnight.

Thus, with an attitude even more resolute than before, she said.

"Aunt, do you remember the time I almost didn’t make it when I was so gravely ill at my grandfather’s house? At that time, everyone gave up, except for my grandmother. It was she who stayed by my side for six whole days and nights and pulled me back from the Ghost Gate. If it weren’t for her unwavering resolve, Qianqian might not even know where she would be wandering as a lonely soul by now."

"Truth be told, I had also lost the will to live at that time, but my grandmother kept urging me to live well, saying that there was more to life than just suffering. Those words reignited my will to survive."

"Now that I’ve grown older, I’ve come to truly understand the meaning of my grandmother’s words; as long as you’re alive, there’s always another chance, right? But if you die, then it’s really the end."

Lin Wanyi’s words were both urgent and harsh, greatly shocking Mrs. Yun.

From the perspective of a healer, she naturally believed the Second Princess was suffering alive.

But as Lin Wanyi said, that’s true!

As long as you’re alive, there’s still a chance, a chance to get better, a chance to grow up, a chance to experience the warmth and wonders of life.

But if we just give up, the Second Princess would forever become a thing of the past.

Merely a statement of grief uttered during idle moments.

Her life should not be so easily ended.

With tears in her eyes, she looked at Lin Wanyi, deeply moved, and said.

"Young Mistress is right, how can I, as a doctor, speak of giving up so lightly!"

Then she sincerely knelt again before the Emperor and said.

"I, too, wish to try once more, and beg Your Majesty to allow it."

Although Nanny Du said nothing, her presence alongside Lin Wanyi was enough to speak for her.

Outside the door, Doctor Dou, hearing their conversation, was also greatly moved.

At his age, he had seen much of life.

But he had never seen such determination in the palace.

Such genuine commitment to a child that wasn’t even one’s own.

Even at the cost of one’s own reputation.

One must know, if the Second Princess were to still pass away, such infamy would accompany her forever.

No matter how they defended her, what of it?

The palace was never short of gossip.

Yet she was so steadfast, while they gave up their instincts to save in the name of self-preservation.

Taking a deep breath, he flung the medicine in his hand to the ground.

Then he too walked firmly inside.

He bowed deeply to the Emperor and said.

"The Young Mistress speaks rightly; I too wish to try. If the Second Princess still unfortunately departs, I am willing to bear all consequences."

Following Doctor Dou’s words, Mrs. Yun also said.

"I too am willing to bear all punishment! Just please spare the Dong Family."

"Aunt..."

"Doctor Dou..."

It would be a lie for Lin Wanyi to say she wasn’t touched.

Clearly, all this was her own decision, yet she received so much unwavering support.

They even prepared a way out for her.

Fearing that she might suffer in the future because of this.

She remembered this kindness in her heart.

The Emperor looked steadily at Lin Wanyi, feeling a deeper admiration for her than ever before.