NFBE Chapter 240 Finally, one was cured.
Chapter 240 Finally, one was cured.
"Mother, Your Majesty..." Qin Le'an looked up at Consort Xian, her face ashen.
Even her voice trembled, "You... what did you just say? Poison?"
"Look how scared you are." Consort Xian looked at her with a half-smile and said slowly, "It's not a complicated poison method, just a small trick."
She glanced at the gold hairpin. "Did you see the kingfisher feather inlay on this hairpin?"
Qin Le'an didn't know what she was going to do, so he could only nod stiffly.
Consort Xian's voice was tinged with smugness, "Kingfisher feather inlay is made from kingfisher feathers and glue, and its colors are bright and dazzling. It is used extensively in the palace. But mixing poison with the dye used for kingfisher feather inlay, and then applying it to jewelry..."
She chuckled softly, her gaze lingering on Qin Le'an.
"Sister, don't you think this method is quite unique?"
Qin Le'an was stunned.
The virtuous concubine raised the corners of her lips: "The poison I used is not fatal, it will only make people weak and powerless. The longer they wear it, the more empty their bodies will become, and no one will even notice when they die."
She spoke of it casually, as if she were talking about something trivial.
Qin Le'an felt a chill run down her spine upon hearing this. Then, as if realizing something, she turned to look at the wooden comb beside her.
"Then this comb..."
Consort Xian raised an eyebrow. "Of course, it's also poisonous."
Qin Le'an felt another chill run down his spine.
"This comb has been soaked in venom for three years, and the venom has long since seeped into it."
The Empress's smile deepened. "Who could possibly notice just by looking?"
Qin Le'an stared wide-eyed, too shocked to speak.
When they lived in the Qin family mansion, her mother was the absolute authority in the inner quarters.
My father's concubines were mostly promoted from maids, and their indentures were all held by my mother.
They can be sold off at any time, why would they need to harm them?
Moreover, her father was heartless and ungrateful, with no conscience. He had no favored concubines in the inner quarters; he would only favor one for a short time before replacing her.
She never imagined that it could be used to harm people like this!
This harem is truly... a den of demons!
"Your Majesty, why are you telling me all this?" Qin Le'an asked cautiously, her lips pursed, her heart trembling with fear.
Could it be that he's planning to use these tactics on her?
Consort Xian chuckled softly as she looked at her.
She stared at her and slowly said, "What do you think would happen if we used these two things on Mo Qingkui?"
Upon hearing this, Qin Le'an suddenly looked up, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.
Royal study room.
A cold wind blew in through the window, while the charcoal stove inside the hall burned softly.
Beside the golden silk curtains, Gao Xian put down the folded document in his hand and looked up at the tall, elegant man standing in front of him.
"Yanli, I have heard that the epidemic outside the city is getting worse. How is the situation under control now?"
Xie Yanli cupped his hands and said, “Your Majesty, I have ordered people to strengthen the blockade outside the city and to expedite the allocation of medicines and food to comfort the disaster victims. Many doctors have also been transferred here, but there is still no cure for this epidemic.”
“However,” Xie Yanli paused, his voice noticeably softer, “Meng Qihuang arrived in the capital this morning. He is currently developing a prescription and has already made some progress.”
“Meng Qihuang?” Gao Xian frowned. “I’ve never heard of this person before. Who is he? Can he cure it?”
"Meng Qihuang was a wandering doctor, but his medical skills were very high."
“Before I entered the palace, Physician Meng and my wife were working on a prescription and had made great progress. His medical skills are quite good, so I can be sure there will be no problem.”
"Your wife?" Gao Xian was taken aback. "She can actually treat illnesses?"
Xie Yanli nodded, a slight smile curving his lips. "I only found out today myself. Meng Qihuang was someone she asked me to find."
Gao Xian's expression changed slightly, and his fingers unconsciously rubbed the jade thumb ring.
That memory seemed to be evoked by that name, and his lowered gaze became deep and unfathomable.
But he maintained his usual composure: "Your wife is always intelligent, so her recommendation is bound to be good."
After saying that, he paused for a moment, then said thoughtfully, "But how could she know a wandering doctor like Meng Qihuang?"
Xie Yanli remained calm and said in a low voice, "She usually likes to read medical books and has heard of Doctor Meng's reputation by chance."
He didn't reveal the real reason; it was a private matter between him and his wife.
He wouldn't tell outsiders.
Gao Xian pursed his lips and didn't ask any more questions.
He lowered his head and softened his tone: "With you two by my side during this epidemic, I have been spared a lot of worry."
When he mentioned the word "husband and wife," Gao Xian's voice suddenly became dry.
He picked up the teacup beside him and took a small sip.
Then he looked up at Xie Yanli.
"Since Meng Qihuang's medical skills are superb, let him concentrate on treating patients. Only when the epidemic is quelled as soon as possible can I put my mind at ease."
When Xie Yanli emerged from the palace gates, the sun had already set.
He rode his horse at full speed, heading straight for the disaster-stricken area outside the city.
At this moment, Qin Jiuwei and Meng Qihuang had been busy in the main tent all day.
The flickering flames in the medicine furnace reflected the tired yet focused expressions on the two men's faces.
Meng Qihuang put down the silver needles in his hand, reached out and touched the patient's forehead, and finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"His temperature has gone down, and his pulse has stabilized."
His voice was slightly hoarse, but his tone was gratified. "Observe for another hour. If there are no abnormalities, this person has finally stabilized."
"It took a whole day, but we finally cured one of them."
Qin Jiuwei also breathed a sigh of relief, "Doctor Meng has worked so hard today, please go and rest and have your meal."
As the two were talking, familiar footsteps suddenly came from outside the tent.
Qin Jiu looked up and met Xie Yanli's phoenix eyes.
Seeing the worry in her eyes, Xie Yanli immediately reassured her, "Don't worry, the Emperor didn't say anything, he just inquired about the situation."
As he spoke, he walked towards Qin Jiuwei, "Have you made any progress today?"
Qin Jiu nodded slightly, her voice tinged with amusement, "I just cured a patient. Although I wouldn't dare say I've mastered the cure, I've at least found some direction."
Upon hearing this, Xie Yanli's anxious heart instantly calmed down.
"You've all worked hard today. I will do my best to allocate the necessary medicines and manpower to find a solution as soon as possible."
After he finished speaking, he turned to look at Qin Jiuwei, his eyes showing a hint of warmth.
"Madam must be tired after a long day. Please go back to your residence and rest."
As night fell, the carriage headed towards the Marquis's residence.
Inside the carriage, Qin Jiuwei leaned on Xie Yanli's shoulder, her eyes closed, her expression showing a hint of weariness, looking extremely exhausted.
A few strands of hair fell down, carrying a faint fragrance.
Xie Yanli lowered his head, his gaze falling on her quiet profile.
A gentle light flashed in his eyes, and he leaned down to gently kiss her forehead.
Qin Jiuwei's eyelashes trembled, as if she had sensed something.
But she didn't open her eyes; she just rubbed against his chest again.
Xie Yanli chuckled softly and pulled her closer.