I practiced medicine in ancient times

Chapter 235 Palace Banquet

Time quickly came to the day of the palace banquet for the Empress Dowager's sixtieth birthday.

It was the Empress Dowager’s sixtieth birthday, and the dinner was held in the Imperial Garden.

The entire imperial garden was decorated with lights and flowers, and a festive and peaceful atmosphere filled the air. The surrounding palace maids held palace lanterns, illuminating the surroundings, making the entire imperial garden even more dazzling.

"Doctor Xu, please stand behind me when you have the palace banquet later." Before the palace banquet for the Empress Dowager's sixtieth birthday began, Xu Qingyi followed the Empress.

After arriving at the palace banquet, the Queen Mother instructed Xu Qingyi and pointed to the place where she would stand.

"Yes, I understand." Xu Qingyi bowed respectfully and nodded.

"Doctor Xu, you will need to check what the Empress is going to take into her mouth to make sure there is no problem at all." Nanny Zhang at the side also reminded Xu Qingyi.

"Your Majesty trusts me so much?" Xu Qingyi said with some surprise when she heard it.

"I also heard about this medical competition. Doctor Xu, you ranked among the top three in the tests of diagnosis by smell, diagnosis by observation, and detoxification. This shows that your medical skills are superb. Naturally, I trust you." The Queen looked at Xu Qingyi and said with a smile.

"I will definitely live up to my mission." Xu Qingyi said.

"Yes." The Queen nodded, and then asked Nanny Zhang to take Xu Qingyi to her seat.

Soon, as one figure after another entered the palace, the entire palace gradually became lively.

But today's protagonist, the Queen Mother, has not appeared yet.

About another stick of incense passed before a graceful and elegant figure dressed in a phoenix robe slowly walked into the palace.

"I wish your mother good fortune and a long life."

"I wish the Queen Mother a long life."

"Congratulations to the Queen Mother..."

Seeing the Empress Dowager appear, Emperor Rui'an, along with the Empress, concubines, princes, princesses and others, all bowed and congratulated her.

"Everyone, get up." The Queen Mother looked at everyone and said with a smile.

"Thank you, Queen Dowager." Upon hearing this, everyone stood up.

The Empress Dowager, supported by the Empress, sat on the phoenix chair above the Imperial Garden.

"It's my birthday today, and I'm very happy. Please sit down. There's no need to be so formal today." The Queen Mother looked at everyone and said slowly.

"Yes, Queen Mother."

"Yes, Queen Mother."

Hearing this, everyone sat down.

"Mother, this is the longevity picture embroidered by the princess herself. I wish you a long life and good health." At this time, Prince Xun presented a gift.

The Queen Mother took the longevity painting and her eyes showed approval. The phoenix in the painting spread its wings and was about to fly, lifelike, and the two words "longevity" were written with powerful strokes and profound meaning.

"Good! What a great craft. The princess is really clever and loves her family." The Queen Mother praised and then handed the longevity painting in her hand to the nanny beside her.

Prince Xun smiled slightly, feeling very proud. His princess was not only beautiful, but also talented and wise, and she was also his good wife.

"Thank you for the praise, mother. I am just showing my filial piety. I am glad that you like me." The princess responded respectfully with a gentle smile on her face.

"Grandma, this is the birthday gift your grandson prepared for you. This Ganoderma lucidum is of excellent quality and very old, and it is a rare treasure. I wish you good health and a long life." The Fourth Prince also came forward, holding a Ganoderma lucidum with a strange shape and deep color in his hand.

The Queen Mother looked at the Ganoderma lucidum in front of her, her eyes filled with joy.

"Good boy, you are thoughtful." The Queen Mother said softly, her voice full of joy.

All of a sudden, all the princes, princesses, and concubines presented the Queen Mother with the birthday gifts they had prepared.

The Queen Mother sat at the head of the Imperial Garden, smiling all the time, and her eyes gently swept over every prince, princess, and concubine who presented a gift. Her eyes were full of relief and satisfaction, and she was obviously very satisfied with this grand birthday celebration.

Later, the eldest prince presented a gift. He held a phoenix crown inlaid with pearls and gems and respectfully presented it to the empress dowager. This phoenix crown was dazzling, symbolizing the nobility and glory of the royal family. Seeing this, the empress dowager's eyes flashed with joy.

Then, the second princess came forward and presented a beautiful scroll. The scroll depicted the young face of the Queen Mother, which was lifelike, as if time had gone back. The Queen Mother stroked the scroll, her eyes slightly moistened, and she lamented the passing of time.

Soon after, the concubines also presented their gifts. Some presented precious medicinal herbs, implying the health and longevity of the Empress Dowager; some presented hand-embroidered handkerchiefs, expressing their respect and blessings for the Empress Dowager.

Each gift was carefully selected by the princes, princesses and concubines. Some were valuable, some touched the heart of the Empress Dowager, and some were unique and ingenious.

The gifts sent by the princes were mostly rare jewels and jades, exuding a strong atmosphere of wealth, and one could tell at a glance that they were of great value.

Princesses and concubines preferred exquisite embroidery and calligraphy and painting.

"I am very happy today. Let's have a banquet." As the Queen Mother finished speaking, the whole palace suddenly became lively. The band played cheerful music, and the palace maids shuttled among the guests, serving them fine wine and delicious food.

"Mother, your son toasts you. I wish you good fortune and eternal youth." At this time, Emperor Rui'an raised his glass and toasted the Queen Mother.

"My son is thoughtful. I also wish him prosperity for the country and prosperity in all businesses." After the Queen Mother said this, she took a sip of wine.

In the imperial garden, candlelight flickered, Emperor Rui'an and the Queen Mother were in love, and the atmosphere was warm and harmonious. However, behind this tranquility, the concubines were hiding endless power struggles.

After Emperor Rui'an and the Empress Dowager toasted, the atmosphere became lively, and the princes, princesses, and concubines also frequently toasted the Empress Dowager and the Emperor.

After the dishes, tea, wine, fruits and melons were served, Xu Qingyi picked up some dishes for the Queen while carefully checking the food on the Queen's table.

However, this action was seen by a concubine somewhere, and there was an indescribable charm and nobility between the concubine's brows.

She was dressed in splendid clothes, the colorful robes sparkled brightly under the candlelight, highlighting her curvy figure. Her face was exquisite and picturesque, and her pair of phoenix eyes revealed a cold and cold light, as if she was hostile to the Queen.

This person is the Queen's enemy, Concubine Wu.

At this time, Concubine Wu whispered a few words to a nanny beside her, and the nanny showed hesitation on her face and slowly retreated.

In less than a quarter of an hour, the nanny was standing behind Concubine Wu again, and nodded to her slightly without her noticing.