Nine Yang Alchemy Emperor

Vermilion Bird Emperor lambasted them as utterly useless, wishing he could have all these Imperial Physicians beheaded.

At this moment, the Vermilion Bird Emperor thought of Wang Ji, who had made significant accomplishments not long ago.

Thus, he summoned Wang Ji into the palace to see if he could cure the illness of Empress Dowager.

But did Wang Ji have the capability? He was so anxious that he started sweating profusely on the spot.

He told the Emperor, "I can't cure the Empress Dowager's illness," which obviously wouldn't work. He had just cured Nanny Liu a while ago, and now to say he couldn't cure the Empress Dowager? The Emperor would think he was unwilling to serve. Forcing himself to try and treat her, yet Wang Ji lacked the ability.

This was no ordinary person, but the venerable and precious Grand Empress Dowager.

If the illness was not cured, or worse, if it aggravated, he would be executed in no time.

If handled poorly, his entire family could be executed.

Thus, Wang Ji was anxious. It was a dilemma of being caught between a rock and a hard place.

If he could cure the Empress Dowager, without a doubt, it would be another remarkable achievement. He would also receive more favor in the eyes of the Emperor.

After much thought, Wang Ji decided to seek help from Chu Feng.

He didn't completely turn down the Emperor, but rather said that the illness of Empress Dowager was complex and needed further study to determine whether it could be treated or not.

The Emperor naturally consented.

After all, the current condition of the Empress Dowager was just a bit of discomfort and lack of appetite, not severe enough to be life-threatening.

By saying that he needed to study the illness further, Wang Ji appeared to be very conscientious about treating the Empress Dowager.

Upon leaving the Imperial Palace, Wang Ji did not dare delay and immediately prepared a generous gift, seeking help from Chu Feng.

But to his surprise, upon arriving at the Longevity Hall, he saw the door newly sealed.

"Just three days not seen, what has happened to Longevity Hall?" Wang Ji wondered to himself.

He had personally supported the opening of Longevity Hall.

Which government officer dared to disrespect him this way?

Wang Ji went around to the back and knocked on the door to inquire, only to learn that due to the booming business of Longevity Hall, it had provoked jealousy from the Pang Ancestor Alchemy Pavilion. Following a failed alchemy battle with Longevity Hall, they became enraged and used governmental power to suppress Longevity Hall.

And had Chu Feng arrested by the government officers and taken to the local government office.

This simply shouldn't be happening!

After hearing what happened, Wang Ji could not suppress his fury. Chu Feng was his benefactor, and at this moment, his future and fate depended on him. He had to rescue him.

And he needed to teach these adversaries a lesson.

"Miss Shishi, Manager Wen, don't panic. I'll immediately return to the Imperial Palace and obtain a decree. I will ensure Alchemist Chu is released and also demand those government officers who arrested Alchemist Chu and sealed Longevity Hall to be held accountable."

"The position of Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, although significant, can it exceed the Emperor?"

Having been in the complex world of government service for not just a day or two, Wang Ji naturally possessed the requisite ruthlessness and cunning needed for politics. Both the business and political arenas are battlefields without smoke. Soft knives kill silently.

In the realm of politics, the mastery of strategic scheming is paramount.

Compared to the business world, it is much more perilous. Sometimes, one misspoken word can lead to a life-threatening disaster.

This time, the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Revenue has created a massive problem.

Claiming procedural issues with Longevity Hall to imprison Chu Feng, he surely must kneel and release him later.

Wang Ji worried about Chu Feng facing danger, and the illness of the Empress Dowager also could not be delayed.

He immediately bid farewell to Li Shishi and others, hurriedly changed into his court robes, and went into the Imperial Palace to seek an audience with the Emperor.

Along the way, Wang Ji had already thought of what to say.

"Your humble servant Wang Ji, greets Your Excellency!" Upon entering the imperial study, Wang Ji immediately knelt on the ground.

"Minister Wang, rise! You are so anxious to see me, have you already thought of a cure for the Empress Dowager?" The Vermilion Bird Emperor, who handles countless tasks daily, also focuses on his cultivation. Normally, even a Third-rank Official doesn't qualify to meet him in the Imperial Palace.

Today, although Wang Ji is only a Fourth-grade official, he has already enjoyed the treatment of a Second-Rank Official.

"Your Excellency, your humble servant has come specifically to confess!" Wang Ji remained kneeling, steeled his heart, and decided to tell the truth. Otherwise, sooner or later, he would be exposed, and even risk his life.

"Oh? What crime have you committed?" The Vermilion Bird Emperor frowned slightly, a look of surprise on his face.

"The last time Nanny Liu was cured, it actually wasn't my accomplishment, but someone else's..." Wang Ji recounted the whole affair truthfully. Fortunately, he had not claimed that the Elixir was his own creation.

Now that he has revealed the truth, it wouldn't be considered deceiving the Emperor.

After listening, the Vermilion Bird Emperor was immensely shocked.

It turns out that the miraculous healer was indeed an Elixir Master from the Longevity Hall.

"Speaking of Longevity Hall, I have indeed heard about it. I heard that yesterday, they had an Alchemy Battle with Pang Ancestor Alchemy Pavilion on the street, using just an ordinary young Elixir Master, yet they left Pang Ancestor's face covered in dust. I was thinking of ordering personnel from the Ministry of Personnel to head to Longevity Hall today after the morning court session, to see if they could be summoned into the palace to serve as Imperial Alchemists for my Royal Family!"

Unexpectedly, the Vermilion Bird Emperor's sources pervaded the entire Imperial City, and he was so well-informed about incidents occurring outside the palace.

Wang Ji was inwardly alarmed, grateful that he had told the truth, or else, sooner or later the Emperor would have found out.

From now on, he must be even more cautious and careful in front of this Emperor.

"Since you have some acquaintance with that Alchemist Chu from Longevity Hall, this matter will be left for you to handle. If Alchemist Chu is willing to serve our Royal Family, the treatment could be equivalent to that of a Third Grade Alchemy King."

"If he is unwilling to enter the palace, there's no need to force him. You can continue to maintain a good relationship with him and ask for his assistance when necessary."

The Vermilion Bird Emperor, as the ruler of a nation, has an extraordinary breadth of mind and generosity.

He possesses wisdom and brilliance that ordinary people do not.

For him, it's not about forcing every talent to stay in the Imperial Palace to serve him. Being able to call on them when needed is also very commendable.

"Your Excellency, there is something you do not know. Not long ago, Alchemist Chu was imprisoned in the great prison," Wang Ji held back for so long just to say this sentence.

Since the Vermilion Bird Emperor had already heard of Chu Feng's abilities, this was indeed great news.

Next, he didn't need to say much more.

He could guess that the Vermilion Bird Emperor would be immensely furious, order an investigation into this matter, and certainly secure Chu Feng's release.

Indeed, the Vermilion Bird Emperor was very surprised and said, "Alchemist Chu was sent to the great prison? What crime has he committed?"

"This... It is said that after the Pang Ancestor Alchemy Pavilion lost the Alchemy Battle, they used governmental power to oppress him..." Wang Ji hesitated for a moment before revealing the truth.

Bang!

The Vermilion Bird Emperor slammed his palm down on the tabletop.

"Outrageous, my Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country is a land of law; how can we allow such filth and miasma to disrupt the normal order under the Emperor's feet? I grant you a Holy Decree, go and deal with this matter immediately. If Chu truly has committed a crime, still ensure his release, but you may take the opportunity to negotiate terms for him to serve in the palace. If he is innocent, then you may severely deal with the guilty officials."

Under his furor, the Vermilion Bird Emperor had a eunuch draft a decree and bestowed it upon Wang Ji.

Giving him full authority to handle the matter.

Of course, this was also meant to test Wang Ji's capability in handling affairs.