Chapter 164: Someone Else Has the Problem

The following day, two concubines went to greet the Old Madam and, spotting the Imperial Physician tasting tea, they knew something was amiss.

"Your servant pays respect to the Old Madam," the two bowed together.

The Old Madam, beaming, gestured to Nanny Xu to help them rise while giving her a meaningful look.

Nanny Xu quickly understood, smiling as she said to the two concubines, "Your timing is auspicious, today Imperial Doctor Xu just happens to be here for the Old Madam's checkup. Why don't we have him check you as well?"

"No need, no need, we are in good health, no trouble for Imperial Doctor Xu," He Caier hurriedly waved her hands in refusal.

Zhao Jiuer was even more frightened, unsure of what to do. After all, they had only recently started taking medicine to regulate their health, and they didn't know if it was effective yet. They were well aware of the consequences if it was discovered they could no longer conceive.