Despite the Imperial Court's deliberate concealment, the tragic news from Yongshou Palace still spread to the public. The Young Emperor lay unconscious, and the Empress Dowager suffered a stroke and was bedridden.
This was not only a matter of great importance to the royal family but also concerned the wellbeing of the people.
The atmosphere in the palace was tense, and rumors ran rampant among the populace, leaving everyone on edge. The joy of the New Year festivities seemed to have dissipated overnight. There were still lanterns and night tours on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month as usual, but the excitement had diminished.
If the Young Emperor were to pass away, who would succeed the throne?
Everyone was waiting for a definitive answer...
Although hope was slim, Feng Yun still sent someone on a fast horse back to Huaxi to seek advice from Doctor Yao, and then she rushed to the palace every day.
She was anxious and busy.
