Beijing
Jin Moning had been ill for quite some time. Initially, everyone noticed only his gradual weight loss and aging appearance, but did not realize his health was deteriorating.
Yet on this day, he could no longer attend the morning court.
The Eunuch Wan was extremely anxious and said, "Your Majesty, we ought to summon the Imperial Physician to examine you. If you continue like this, I'm afraid unforeseen events might occur. If anything happens to you at this time, only Prince Qin will be by your side!"
"Cough cough, Wan Decheng, you don't understand, cough cough..." The Emperor took a sip of water and gestured for the Eunuch Wan to come closer, placing a cushion behind him.
He said, "Because there is only me right now, I cannot fall ill. If I were to become unwell, who would be able to keep them in check?"
"Ah, then why do you not send a message to the eldest Prince? As long as the eldest Prince returns, the realm will not fall into chaos."
