After three or four days of sunny weather, it started to drizzle again in the capital.

The prison cart carrying Shen Shangxu entered the capital on such a gloomy, rainy day…

Liu Yingying got the information from the Qingyun Gang.

The fact that Shen Shangxu was able to return to the capital alive finally brought her a slight sense of relief.

These days, what she was most worried about was that the Marquis of Yong'an's mansion would kill her to silence her!

However, even if Shen Shangxu arrives in the capital, it doesn't mean he's safe.

After much deliberation, Liu Yingying decided to go see Shen Shangxu first, and also to hear what his plans were...

The prison cells of Dali Temple.

Liu Yingying carried a food box and had just bribed the yamen runners at the door before she was finally able to go in to visit the prisoner.

After several months apart, Shen Shangxu had become much thinner, but fortunately, he still looked to be in good spirits.

It's clear he hasn't lost heart!

"Lord Shen, are you alright?"

Upon seeing Liu Yingying appear, Shen Shangxu's eyes were filled with surprise, and even a hint of unnoticed joy.

"Lord Lihe, why are you still in the capital?"

So much time has passed, he thought that once Liu Yingying delivered the letter, she would immediately return to Furong County...

Liu Yingying lowered her eyes and sighed softly, then slowly explained, "I'm sorry, Lord Shen, I haven't yet completed the task you entrusted to me in Furong County!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Shangxu looked even more puzzled.

"What, you haven't seen Brother Gu?"

"That's impossible..."

He was still wondering if Gu Tao had been transferred to another place, which was why Liu Yingying hadn't been able to find him.

He and Gu Tao were childhood friends and later classmates. He firmly believed that as long as Gu Tao got the list, he would definitely help him!

And he will surely be able to clear his name!

But Liu Yingying's next words poured cold water on his enthusiasm.

"I'm not trying to be mean, but your friend Gu... he's unreliable!"

Then, she recounted everything that had happened that day in detail.

After hearing this, Shen Shangxu's eyes were filled with disbelief and an overwhelming sense of disappointment!

Although he didn't quite believe that Gu Tao would betray him for power.

But he didn't believe Liu Yingying would lie to him!

If she was just trying to deceive herself, why did she travel all that way for him in the first place?

But Shen Shangxu was a smart man, and he quickly made up his mind.

"Lord Lihe, the capital is not a place to stay for long. You should return to Furong County as soon as possible!"

Liu Yingying nodded. She had long wanted to go back home; so many children were waiting for her there.

"But Lord Shen, what do you intend to do?"

She had already been to the Shen family, but judging from their attitude, they seemed unwilling to help Shen Shangxu.

Shen Shangxu gave a bitter smile; "Actually, I had long expected this outcome. As a dignified man, why should I fear giving my life for my ideals!"

These words sound like the slogan of a brave warrior before his heroic sacrifice.

Liu Yingying admired him to some extent, but she couldn't find any words of comfort to say at the moment.

After all, she didn't have the ability to do anything for Shen Shangxu...

Before leaving, Liu Yingying suddenly turned around and said to him, "Lord Shen, I forgot to tell you, I am now the Lady of Ning'an County!"

As soon as he finished speaking, one could imagine the puzzled look on Shen Shangxu's face.

As Liu Yingying stepped out of the Dali Temple prison, she saw Xue Ye, who had arrived at some point, already waiting there.

She stepped forward. "Xiao Ye, what brings you here?"

Xue Ye skillfully concealed the hint of panic in his eyes, and said in a slightly reproachful tone, "Didn't I tell you not to go out alone anymore? Why did you come here without even saying goodbye?"

Knowing she felt a little guilty, Liu Yingying forced a lighthearted smile and said, "I just came to the Dali Temple to visit someone in prison. I won't get lost, that's why I didn't tell you..."

Seeing her attitude, Xue Ye became even angrier and his tone hardened.

"In short, don't do that again!"

"Okay, okay, I know! It won't happen again, Xiaoye, don't be angry anymore, okay?" Liu Yingying chuckled, her tone like she was teasing a child...

Xue Ye took a deep breath. Alright, let's just leave this matter as it is for now…

On the way back, Xue Ye asked again, "When are we going back to Furong County?"

Liu Yingying paused slightly before replying, "Soon!"

Xue Ye got a little angry again and couldn't help but remind her, "You're just a powerless woman. Even if you stay here, it won't change anything!"

To kill someone, you must first destroy their spirit!

Liu Yingying gritted her teeth slightly; how could she not know?

She wanted to wait and see, hoping that there might be a chance for a change in Lord Shen's situation.

At least in her view, they haven't truly reached a dead end yet!

From that day on, Liu Yingying, the Lady of Ning'an County, became famous in the capital for her exquisite medical skills.

Countless high-ranking officials and nobles spared no expense to invite her to make house calls.

Even the ladies of the palace wanted to meet this divine physician, the county magistrate…

Liu Yingying also has her own rules.

Ordinary people receive free medicine and medical treatment, without taking a single penny!

Conversely, those high-ranking officials and nobles who wanted her to make house calls had to bid for her services.

Highest bidder wins!

Because she only sees one important person each day.

Previously, she was a peasant woman from a small town, and even after being granted the title of county lady, she still couldn't catch the eye of these high-ranking and noble families in the capital.

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