The Emperor shot to his feet, but the movement was too abrupt, and a wave of dizziness washed over him.
Shen Ningning quickly supported him from behind with her small hands.
"Uncle Emperor, be careful!"
The Emperor rubbed his forehead, smiling weakly. "Alright, alright... Your Uncle Emperor just got too excited. Guards, quickly bring the Prime Minister and the Divine Doctor in."
A short while later, the tall figure of Xie Suzhi entered, leading the Divine Doctor, Sima Han.
"Greetings, Your Majesty." The two men bowed with clasped hands.
The Emperor hurried to help them up himself. "Divine Doctor, dispense with the formalities. Saving my son is what's important. Quickly, examine his condition."
Sima Han accepted the order and immediately stepped forward to take the prince's pulse.
Taking advantage of the moment, Xie Suzhi pulled Shen Ningning aside.
He straightened the little girl's collar, adjusted her white fur cloak, and rubbed her small hands to warm them.
