NFBE Chapter 362 Plans to Risk Going to Rescue People Alone
Chapter 362 Plans to Risk Going to Rescue People Alone
Sun Huanzhi had just stepped into his courtyard and hadn't even had a chance to sit down and drink some tea. He was about to order someone to go out and look for Sun Haining when the gatekeeper rushed in to report, "Your Highness, a little beggar has delivered a letter, saying it's for you to open personally."
Sun Huanzhi frowned slightly. On the envelope were five neatly written characters: "To be opened by the Heir Apparent Sun."
A sense of unease crossed his mind. He took out a silk handkerchief from his sleeve and carefully opened the envelope through the fabric.
The moment the letter was unfolded, Sun Huanzhi's pupils contracted sharply.
The few words on the paper pierced his heart like a sharp blade:
Tomorrow morning, send Yuan Wanru alone to Ziyun Temple at the foot of Dufeng Mountain in the western suburbs. Otherwise, at noon tomorrow, Sun Haining will appear naked at the city gate as a birthday gift for Madam Sun.
P.S.: If this information is leaked, then you can expect to be collecting Sun Haining's corpse.
Sun Huanzhi's hands trembled uncontrollably, his knuckles turning white from the force.
He slammed the letter on the table, making the teacup rattle.
"How dare you!" he gritted his teeth, his eyes blazing with fury. "Guards! Go and fetch Xuan Ying immediately!"
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Meanwhile, inside the Lingshui Residence of the Marquis of Zhongyong's mansion, Yuan Wanru was intently grinding medicinal herbs.
Since Lu Jiangnian left Beijing, she has spent most of her time at the pharmacy. Without Lu Jiangnian's interference, she is fully focused on the matter and is very efficient.
“Young Madam,” Liu Zhi entered quietly, a smile on her face, “Young Master Su of Qihuangzhai has arrived in the capital today with his father.”
Yuan Wanru paused in her hand, the pestle in her hand momentarily stilling, then a smile appeared on her face: "Really? How is Young Master Su?"
Liu Zhi nodded: "Yes, I just saw Xuanhuang in the courtyard. He asked me to inform the eldest young mistress."
Yuan Wanru put down the pestle and patted the powder off her hands: "That's good."
In her heart, Su Shaodong was already a good friend, and she was naturally happy that her friend had returned.
"Please tell Su Shaodong that I'll visit Qihuangzhai another day when I have time."
She thought of Physician Tang.
The mood is a little heavy.
The reason why Imperial Physician Tang lived for so many years was that his belief in revenge.
However, the Su family father and son had worked hard for him for many years and were certainly unwilling to see Doctor Tang walk down a dead path.
Now that Imperial Physician Tang is still in the Emperor's hands, his fate unknown, she should find a time to properly explain this matter to the Su family father and son.
Hey!
Hopefully, Physician Tang can save his life.
He was a victim in the first place, and if the emperor were wise enough, he should have spared his life.
Suddenly, hurried footsteps came from outside the door.
Xuan Ying appeared at the door with a solemn expression, fine beads of sweat on his forehead.
“Madam,” Xuan Ying bowed respectfully, his voice low, “something has happened. Miss Sun has been kidnapped.”
The medicine packet in Yuan Wanru's hand fell to the ground with a "thud," scattering the herbs all over the floor.
She jumped to her feet, her face instantly turning deathly pale: "What did you say? Haining...when did this happen?"
"Just this morning," Xuan Ying said in a deep voice, "Young Master Sun received a letter specifically requesting that you go to Ziyun Temple alone tomorrow, otherwise..."
"Otherwise what?" Yuan Wanru's voice tightened.
Xuan Ying hesitated for a moment, then told the truth: "Otherwise, by noon tomorrow, Miss Sun will...appear naked at the city gate."
Yuan Wanru gasped, staggered back half a step, and steadied herself by grabbing the medicine rack.
Liu Zhi rushed forward to help her, but she gently pushed him away.
"The Liang family..." Yuan Wanru spat out the two words through gritted teeth, her eyes flashing with cold light, "They actually dared to lay a hand on Haining!"
Xuan Ying continued, "Young Master Sun's intention is to appease Madam Sun first. He would like you to write a letter stating that Miss Sun will be staying at the Marquis's residence tonight and will not be returning to the Sun residence for the time being."
Yuan Wanru shook her head with a wry smile: "Under normal circumstances, this lie might be plausible."
"But tomorrow is Madam Sun's birthday. Even if Haining is confused, he wouldn't stay out overnight at such a time."
She took a deep breath. "Go tell Prince Sun, or tell Madam Sun the truth."
Xuan Ying frowned deeply: "The young master is worried about leaks. There are too many spies in the palace. If we alert them, Miss Sun's safety..."
"I see."
Yuan Wanru interrupted him, pacing back and forth in the pharmacy, "But it's absolutely impossible to keep it from Madam Sun."
"A mother's love is strong; for Haining's sake, Madam Sun will surely remain calm."
Otherwise, they would have to expend some of their energy lying to Madam Sun.
She stopped, her gaze resolute: "Furthermore, to save Haining, we need the Sun family's support. If we keep it from Madam Sun, we'll only be hampered."
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Xuan Ying pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "The Crown Prince's wife has considered everything carefully. I will go and report back to the Crown Prince immediately."
“Wait,” Yuan Wanru called out to him, “Tell Prince Sun that if I cannot find Haining tonight, I will keep our appointment on time tomorrow.”
A sharp glint flashed in her eyes; she couldn't stand by and watch Sun Haining be treated so badly.
No matter how strong Sun Haining is, she is still a girl. It would be too cruel if she really ended up in that situation.
The pharmacy fell silent instantly, even the cicadas chirping outside the window seemed to stop.
Xuan Ying immediately refused: "No, the young master has given his subordinates a strict order not to allow the lady to take any risks."
Yuan Wanru's gaze darkened, her slender fingers gripping the edge of the medicine cabinet tightly, her knuckles turning white from the force. "Xuanying," her voice was low but undeniably firm, "you heard me clearly, I'm not asking for your consent."
Today she was wearing a plain-colored, narrow-sleeved dress with a leather belt around her waist, and only a white jade hairpin in her hair, giving her an air of solemnity.
Xuan Ying knelt on one knee. "Please forgive me, but I cannot agree."
Yuan Wanru strode up to Xuan Ying, looking down at him condescendingly: "Then tell me, if it were you, would you stand by and watch your dearest friend be humiliated?"
Xuan Ying's Adam's apple bobbed, but he still insisted, "This subordinate will think of another way..."
“It’s too late!”
"Tomorrow at noon is the deadline, and we don't even know where Haining is being hidden."
She took a deep breath. "I'm only preparing for the worst. If I can find Haining before then, I definitely won't be in danger."
Liuzhi had never seen her master like this before, so she quickly poured a cup of tea and handed it to him.
Yuan Wanru waved her hand in refusal and continued to say to Xuan Ying, "Think about it, how much the Liang family hates me. They specifically named me to go, so they must have something in mind. Besides, I have many things that can save my life, such as Liang Yusong's poison and the Second Prince's poison..."
"Even if they want to kill me, does the Second Prince dare to risk it and live a life without ever being able to do so?"
"After I throw out these baits, they definitely won't dare kill me; on the contrary, they'll protect me. So, my life will definitely be safe."
“But Haining is different.”
"She's just a bargaining chip; once she's no longer of use..."
Before she could finish speaking, the chill in her voice made Liu Zhi unconsciously tense her back.
Xuan Ying knew, of course, that what Yuan Wanru said made a lot of sense.
However, Yuan Wanru was his master: "Madam, I should..."
Yuan Wanru stopped trying to persuade her: "Xuanying, do you think I need to drug you and make you sleep for two days before you'll behave?"
Threat!
A naked threat!
Having witnessed the Madam's methods, Xuan Ying dared not guarantee that he could escape unscathed from her clutches.
Since that's the case, he has no choice but to obey orders. If the prince blames him when he returns, he will accept the punishment.
"I will go to the Duke of Xin's residence immediately."