Chapter 215: Celebrating Longevity (4)

The head of the courtyard stepped forward upon hearing the words and received the sandalwood box handed to him from beside the Empress Dowager, opening it to reveal a lotus flower composed of seven-colored petals. After admiring its beauty, he observed its unique characteristics for a good while before frowning slightly, closing the box, and saying to the Emperor, "Your Majesty, forgive your humble servant's incompetence, but I really do not know if this rainbow lotus can continue its life; however, it is indeed of the highest quality among medicines, exceedingly rare in this world."

"Ah, Young Master Jueqing has indeed been considerate." After listening to the head of the courtyard, the Emperor's gaze swept toward the box in the hands of the Empress Dowager's attendant and turned back to Jueqing to speak.

"Your Majesty, I have another treasure here to present to you." He took out a small square box, only the size of a palm.

"Oh, bring it here quickly."