151: Contact, the art of making clumsy words into clever words (picture)

At this moment, Zhu Zhu was wearing a magnificent red long dress, its color as red as the evening glow, fervent and deep, as if a ball of flame was dancing on the skirt, making Empress Zhu Zhu appear like a noble Fairy.

The dress was exquisitely cut, with flowing lines that perfectly showcased Empress Zhu Zhu's figure.

Her waist was slender, full, and uplifted, forming a perfect S-curve. The skirt flowed and fluttered with Empress Zhu Zhu's movements, further highlighting her elegance and nobility.

Chen Xuan couldn't help but be captivated by Zhu Zhu's beauty, secretly sighing to himself, 'As expected of a character even Dai Dabai has to fawn over. This Young Miss's temperament and beauty truly make it difficult to look away.'

"How dare you! Where are you looking?!" Seeing Chen Xuan in a daze, Zhu Zhu felt quite pleased.

Yesterday, this man didn't even bother to glance at her, but now, after she had merely dressed up a bit, he immediately revealed his true colors.

"Ahem, your humble servant greets the Empress!" Chen Xuan quickly clasped his fists.

Zhu Zhu, a beauty so stunning that one couldn't see their own feet when looking down, made it truly difficult for him not to be moved!

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When he saw her yesterday, she was nothing like this. He didn't expect this woman to be so ruthless to herself, suppressing herself so much!

"Do you still recognize me?" Zhu Zhu looked at Chen Xuan with a half-smile.

"I recognize you, of course I recognize you. Yesterday, I was unaware that Your Highness was the Empress, please forgive me!" Chen Xuan spoke very politely.

Zhu Zhu's lips curved into a slight smile; this feeling was quite exhilarating. It was like in some Dragon King novels, where one is first ridiculed, then returns with a more powerful identity, and the person who ridiculed them immediately admits their mistake and kneels—that kind of thrill!

She looked at Chen Xuan, as if she could see through his thoughts.

So she softly said, "Imperial Physician Chen, you don't need to be so polite. I've heard that your medical skills are extremely superb, so you must be a very talented person."

Chen Xuan smiled and said, "Your Highness overpraises me. Your humble servant is merely doing his best to treat the Empress Dowager."

"Hmm, with a divine doctor like Imperial Physician Chen, I believe the Empress Dowager's illness will recover very quickly."

"Thank you for Your Highness's trust. Your humble servant will do his best to ensure the Empress Dowager's full recovery."

"Hmm, that would be for the best!"

"May I ask why Your Highness has summoned your humble servant?"

"Uh, this Young Miss... this Empress also feels that her body hasn't been very comfortable lately, and having heard that Imperial Physician Chen's medical skills are extremely superb, I wished for you to examine me."

"I see! Then please extend your hand, Your Highness, so your humble servant can take your pulse!"

"Take my pulse?"

"It means I need you to..." Chen Xuan explained again.

"This, how can this be? How can there be such a treatment method? Are you not trying to deceive this Empress?" Zhu Zhu's pretty face flushed slightly as she spoke with feigned anger.

Chen Xuan smiled faintly, knowing that Zhu Zhu was a bit shy. He patiently explained, "Your Highness, please rest assured, this treatment method is very common and poses no harm to the body. Only by taking your pulse can I accurately understand your condition and prescribe the right medicine."

Zhu Zhu was very hesitant.

She herself had no ailments; the reason she claimed to be ill was merely to set the stage, so that when she later inquired about the Empress Dowager's condition, it would seem more natural.

But now it was different; now Chen Xuan wanted to hold her wrist, which was going to be a significant sacrifice!

"Imperial Physician Chen, are you sure this is how you take a pulse?" Zhu Zhu was somewhat conflicted.

"Yes, that's exactly how it is. Only this way can I discern any hidden ailments you may have," Chen Xuan affirmed.

"Then, then alright. This Empress will trust you this once. I hope you don't disappoint me." Zhu Zhu took a deep breath and extended her fair and slender wrist.

As the Empress, this Taiyi naturally wouldn't dare to be too presumptuous, so it was highly probable that this pulse-taking was genuine. Moreover... Chen Xuan was also incredibly handsome, miles ahead of Dai Dabai, so she wouldn't be at a disadvantage!

Chen Xuan, with a smile, took Zhu Zhu's wrist and gently held her pulse.

In an instant, he felt Zhu Zhu's soft, jade-like skin, and his heart couldn't help but ripple.

And what was more, Chen Xuan felt a tempting fragrance emanating from Zhu Zhu at that moment, like a blooming rose, making his heart race a little.

Unbeknownst to him, Zhu Zhu, held by Chen Xuan, also appeared very nervous at this moment. She only felt her cheeks warm slightly and awkwardly lowered her head, not daring to meet Chen Xuan's eyes.

'So she's as pure as can be. By that logic, she shouldn't be allowing me such contact. Could it be that she really does have a physical ailment?'

Chen Xuan was puzzled and couldn't help but start seriously taking Zhu Zhu's pulse. And with this one examination, he discovered something extraordinary.

'Holy crap, what's going on here? How is this Empress not Human either? Is Shen Xirou really the only normal one?' Chen Xuan sighed inwardly.

"System, give me Beast Medicine Mastery. Otherwise, I really can't handle this!" This time, Chen Xuan wasn't even sure what species she was.

"Ding, Zhu Zhu is not of the Yao Race either. She is the offspring born between the Yao Race and the Human Race, an Sub-Human. Would you like to switch to Sub-Human Mastery?"

"..."

"Switch, switch for me!"

"Ding, 5000 Heaven's Mandate Value deducted. Sub-Human Traditional Chinese Medicine Mastery has been exchanged."

In an instant, all sorts of knowledge, various Sub-Human Races, and their forms immediately appeared in Chen Xuan's mind.

Meanwhile, Zhu Zhu, feeling the continuous warmth from Chen Xuan's large hand, despite her naturally aloof disposition, couldn't help but feel some ripples in her heart at this moment.

After all, at this time, she was still just a Young Miss. Even if her personality was cold, she would inevitably have some fantasies in her heart.

So she couldn't help but secretly glance at this incredibly handsome Imperial Physician Chen, and finding Chen Xuan's expression at this moment very focused and serious, she couldn't help but develop a hint of fondness.

This man was not only very handsome but also had a very special temperament, giving people a very comfortable feeling.

"Is, is it not done yet?" she asked softly.

"Your Highness, your pulse is slightly weak. It seems you've been under some pressure recently, leading to a very poor mood. This might be related to your life. I suggest you rest more and maintain a cheerful mood." Chen Xuan released her hand and said seriously.

Zhu Zhu was slightly surprised to hear Chen Xuan's words, not expecting that her bad mood could be detected by this doctor! However, this was exactly the result she wanted. She nodded slightly, indicating her approval of Chen Xuan's diagnosis.

"Then, do I need to take any medicine?" Zhu Zhu asked with some "concern."

"That won't be necessary. You just need to rest more and keep your spirits high."

"Hmm, that's excellent. What reward do you desire?"

"Your Highness is too kind. This is what your humble servant should do. If you have no other instructions, your humble servant will take his leave." Chen Xuan said.

This Zhu Zhu had no major ailments at all; clearly, something else was waiting for him!

"Imperial Physician Chen, you, please wait. This Empress... has one more matter to ask." Zhu Zhu's cheeks flushed slightly as she suddenly spoke.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xuan stopped and said, "Please speak, Empress."

Zhu Zhu's face grew even redder upon hearing this, and she said unnaturally, "Chen, Imperial Physician Chen, what do you think of this Empress's, today's, attire?"

This was the line Dai Dabai had taught her, the purpose of which was to make Chen Xuan's heart itch.

However, she still found it difficult to say such a sentence smoothly, but precisely because of this, the effect was even better. In Chen Xuan's eyes, this was a sign of her shyness.

Chen Xuan meticulously examined Zhu Zhu, then nodded and said, "Your Highness's attire today is exceedingly beautiful, like a Fairy descended to the mortal realm."

Zhu Zhu felt a little secretly pleased after hearing Chen Xuan's praise.

She continued to ask, "Then, Imperial Physician Chen, do you think this Empress's everyday makeup looks better, or today's makeup?"

Chen Xuan smiled faintly and said, "Your humble servant believes that your everyday makeup highlights Your Highness's dignified and elegant demeanor, while today's makeup accentuates Your Highness's enchanting charm."

Zhu Zhu's smile grew even brighter after hearing Chen Xuan's reply.

Everyone, please help me appreciate this ancient painting.