What? Poisoning?

Everyone was shocked. Even the usually calm and composed old Marquis stood up and walked to the little dumpling's side.

"Little dumpling, are you sure?" the old Marquis asked.

The little boy nodded firmly and handed the silver needle to the old marquis.

“Grandfather, look, this silver needle is the one I took from the Zhongchong acupoint.”

"The needle tip has turned black, which means my sister-in-law has been poisoned."

After hearing the little dumpling's explanation, Madam Bai could no longer hold back. She cried out in anguish and collapsed beside Bai Mengyun's bed.

"My poor daughter, who the hell poisoned you?"

Anger flickered in Mu Jinchen's eyes. He clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles turned white from the force.

Anyone who dares to touch him!

That's practically suicide!

Mu Jinchen summoned Steward Zheng and ordered him to thoroughly investigate Bai Mengyun's food and belongings, instructing him to find the source of the poison.

Seeing that Mu Jinchen had made proper arrangements, the old Marquis asked the little dumpling:

"Little dumpling, how badly is your sister-in-law poisoned? Is her life in danger?"

The little dumpling glanced at her sister-in-law lying down and said, "Sister-in-law's life is not in immediate danger, but the poison has affected her brain. This time, her fainting may not only be due to excessive worry, but also to poisoning."

"But I've already given my sister-in-law acupuncture, she'll wake up soon."

Madam Bai sobbed uncontrollably. Although she heard that her daughter was out of danger, the poisoning was still alarming and she had to get to the bottom of it.

She sobbed as she spoke to the old marquis:

"My lord, you must investigate this matter thoroughly and absolutely not let the person who poisoned you get away with it."

"It is truly unbelievable that someone in the prestigious General's and Marquis's mansion would poison and harm the eldest son's wife."

The more Madam Bai spoke, the more resentful her tone became.

She felt that the old Marquis was not strict in managing the household, and even more so that no one in the Mu family cared about Bai Mengyun.

Otherwise, how could her daughter have been poisoned?!

As she pondered this, Madam Bai glared fiercely at the little dumpling.

When this girl's mother was alive, Bai Mengyun had no say in the Marquis's mansion. Now that this girl has returned, her daughter has been poisoned.

They're natural jinxes; both mother and daughter are equally detestable.

"Waaah, Mother, please don't die!"

A child's sobbing voice came from outside the door.

A hint of disgust rose in Madam Bai's eyes. Her daughter was perfectly fine, so why was this person talking about death?

This is so unlucky!

Madam Bai glanced sideways and saw Mu Yanming leading Mu Yanxiu in.

Mu Yanming, as always, kept a straight face.

Mu Yanxiu, on the other hand, had eyes and nose as red as a rabbit's, her face covered in a mixture of tears and snot.

"Auntie, is my mother dying?"

Mu Yanxiu walked towards the little dumpling while crying.

"No, your mother will wake up soon."

The little dumpling comforted Mu Yanxiu, reaching out its little arms to hug her.

But Madam Bai grabbed Mu Yanxiu and pulled her away, coldly reprimanding her:

“Your mother is perfectly fine, why are you acting like you’re mourning her death?”

After saying that, she whispered to Mu Yanxiu, "Your mother got sick because of your aunt."

Mu Yanxiu grabbed Madam Bai's sleeve, wiped away her snot and tears, and asked in confusion: How could Auntie have made Mother sick?

But Madam Bai, fearing that her attempts to sow discord would be discovered, covered her mouth first and loudly changed the subject:

"Your mother has been poisoned."

After saying that, Madam Bai immediately let go of his hand and withdrew it in disgust.

This girl just wiped her sleeve, and now her snot is all over her face, which disgusted Madam Bai.

Mu Yanming asked in shock, "What kind of poison did Mother suffer from? Have you found out who poisoned her?"

Mu Jinchen: "I've already sent Butler Zheng to investigate who poisoned you. As for what kind of poison it is, you'll have to ask your aunt."

Why ask my aunt?

Mu Yanming was puzzled for a moment, but since his father said so, he must have his reasons.

Mu Yanming walked over to the little dumpling and patted her head.

"Auntie, what kind of poison did my mother get? I need you to find out."

The little dumpling nodded, squatted down next to Qiuqiu, and held the blackened silver needle in front of his little nose.

Little dumpling: "Ball, quickly smell what kind of poison this is."

Qiuqiu tried to wiggle its nose, and after a while said:

"This is the leaf of the Chinese thorn tree. It looks very similar to a tree leaf, but it is a slow-acting poison. If you eat it for a long time, it will make you lose your mind and become an idiot."

The little dumpling relayed Qiuqiu's words to the people inside the house.

"Hmph! What a clever scheme!" Mu Jinchen clenched his fists, his brow furrowed with anger.

Chronic poisonous plant.

Bai Mengyun is currently unconscious, which means she has been poisoned for a long time.

Who exactly is this person?

They were able to poison the Mu family for so long without anyone noticing.

Mu Yanming's expression was almost identical to Mu Jinchen's.

She was thankful that her aunt had discovered her mother's poisoning today, otherwise her mother would have become mentally impaired.

While everyone was shocked by the poisonous herb, the little dumpling keenly noticed that Madam Bai was keeping her head down.

Something seems... off.

The little boy reached out and poked Madam Bai, asking, "Madam Bai, what's wrong?"

She didn't expect that her concerned remark would startle Madam Bai.

Madam Bai trembled and covered her chest with her hands.

The little dumpling was also taken aback by her reaction.

The two people, one big and one small, clutched their chests in alarm.

Seeing Madam Bai's reaction, Mu Yanming was somewhat puzzled.

She asked, "Grandmother, do you know something?"

A hint of panic flashed in Madam Bai's eyes, and she couldn't help but raise her voice.

"What do you mean, child? What could I possibly know?"

"I only found out about your mother's poisoning today. What do you think I could possibly know?"

Mu Yanming narrowed his eyes, staring intently at Madam Bai.

Her reaction was clearly abnormal.

Mu Yanming's suspicions about Madam Bai deepened.

Madam Bai felt uneasy under Mu Yanming's gaze. This child was usually quiet and reserved, and always had a stern face.

Her current calm and collected demeanor is somewhat like her father's.

Madam Bai was so overwhelmed by her aura that she almost held her breath.

Just as she was wondering what to say, Bai Mengyun on the bed let out a weak sound.

"Ming'er, Xiu'er... Mother? What are you doing here?"

Madam Bai immediately squeezed out tears and rushed to Bai Mengyun's bedside, crying loudly.

"Yun'er, when I heard you were unconscious, I rushed to see you immediately."

The little dumpling picked its nose and squeezed its eyes a few times.

But not a single tear came out.

She now thought Madam Bai was amazing; she could burst into tears instantly without even squeezing her eyes.

The little dumpling added, "Oh right, oh right, sister-in-law, Madam Bai also brought a swindler to treat your illness."

"But don't worry, the scammer has already been arrested."

Bai Mengyun had just woken up and was completely confused by what she heard.

She asked in confusion, "Mom, what kind of liar?"

Madam Bai's face turned ugly, and she glared fiercely at the little dumpling.

This little girl really knows how to bring up the most sensitive topics.

"It's nothing serious, as long as you're awake." After saying that, Madam Bai patted Bai Mengyun's arm.

"You little brat, do you even know you've been poisoned!"

Mu Yanming clicked her tongue. She had just wanted to remind Madam Bai not to tell her mother about the poisoning.

Who knew she'd talk so fast!

As expected, Bai Mengyun became very agitated after hearing that she had been poisoned.

"What? I've been poisoned? Who? Who poisoned me?"

Bai Mengyun's face was deathly pale, and now, with her emotions running high, there was no color left on her lips.