Xie Yanci just left like that.
Jing Ning grumbled in dissatisfaction: "What? His Majesty likes the young lady and specially came to stay overnight, but he was called away before the lights were turned out? Moreover, I saw Song Wanyi and Wang Changzai fighting for so long, but nothing happened. She even had the upper hand. Why is it that when His Majesty comes to our place, she..."
"Be careful with your words!" Jing An almost covered her lips. "The emperor's men are nearby. Don't let them catch you talking!"
"But! I just feel it's unfair for the young lady! The first two times, His Majesty made exceptions for the young lady and even promoted her. But this time... Anyway, the one in the main hall came here deliberately to steal her away!"
It’s better to go.
Compared to the emperor picking a number of names and arranging for the concubines to sleep in the Changsheng Palace, there are still many people who want to seize the opportunity to stay overnight in the harem.
If she wins tonight, Song Wanyi's hidden arrow will probably change direction and go straight to Sang Yuxuan.
What's wrong with giving in once?
Wei Shuyi looked at the made-up bed and waved everyone away: "I don't feel sorry for you, so stop gossiping and have a good rest!"
"yes."
I thought Song Wanyi would show up the next day in high spirits, but the candles in the main hall burned all night, and the result was that she was seriously ill and had not yet woken up.
Jing'an noticed something unusual early in the morning and hurried over to report, "My lady, His Majesty has gone to the morning court, but several people from the Imperial Court have not left and are still guarding outside the palace. Also, the people from the Imperial Hospital have gone to the main hall, and Dean Jiang is also there."
"Oh? What kind of sudden illness did Song Wanyi have that's so serious?"
"The main hall is surrounded like an iron barrel, with three layers of defense inside and outside. It's not easy for this servant to get information at this time. I don't know what's going on."
Wei Shuyi nodded, fiddled with the jewelry in front of the bronze mirror, and didn't ask any more questions.
Now everyone in the palace was focused on Lin'an Palace, so she could go to Liufang Garden to visit Wen Yu, hoping that after taking the antidote, her health would gradually improve.
It seemed like Lu Xingzhou was absent from any lively occasions.
For example, at this moment, he was decocting medicine in the yard, holding a fan in his left hand to control the fire, and occasionally opening the lid of the medicine jar with his right hand to check inside, without being disturbed by the outside world.
"Why didn't Doctor Lu go to see Wanyi?"
"I was originally ordered to look after the girl from Liufang Garden. Now, she hasn't recovered yet, so I can't leave. As for the nobles and masters in the palace, there are naturally people more capable than me to serve them."
Wei Shuyi walked over to him and watched the dark brown medicine swirling around. "So that's how it is. I thought Wanyi was always close to the Empress. So, Imperial Physician Lu wouldn't bother going to Lin'an Palace to treat patients—"
"My Lady Min has misunderstood. In my heart, saving the world is my top priority. Everything else is secondary. If someone is in danger, I still want to save them."
"That's just my petty mind!" She walked straight over and said, "Thank you, Doctor Lu."
In the house.
Wen Yu's face has become much rosier than before.
Wei Shuyi asked the maids to leave and sat down on the edge of her bed again: "The prince's antidote should be effective. How do you feel now?"
"Thank you for your concern, young lady. I'm feeling better now, but I'm still a little weak." Wen Yu kept her eyes fixed on the door while speaking, and her voice was deliberately low. "The emperor didn't send anyone to question me, but instead had these people monitor my every move. I think there will be further tests."
"When you recover, come and serve me in my palace. If the emperor wants to question you, I can help you." Wei Shuyi suddenly remembered something and reminded him, "In addition to what the prince taught you, I have another copy here. Remember! You are of marriageable age and already have a lover. But because of this illness, you were forced to separate from him and come to Yonghua Palace!"
Wen Yu was stunned at first, then nodded in agreement.
Liufang Garden was still unsafe. Considering the people hiding on the roof of the palace, she decided to evacuate temporarily and not stay too long.
The moment the door was opened, Lu Xingzhou happened to be standing outside with a tray in his hand, calmly saying, "The affection between Master Min and this girl is truly profound."
"That's natural. Thanks to Doctor Lu's care, she was able to recover so quickly."
"It's my pleasure." He stepped aside to make way for her. "My lord, please."
He was very good at not getting close to the concubines and keeping a good sense of propriety in communication.
Wei Shuyi passed by him and suddenly smelled a fragrance.
Like powder, and like incense.
——
Wang Changzai and Song Wanyi are like nemesis who are mutually exclusive.
As the latter fell ill, Wang Changzai's energy and spirit returned.
Even wearing a veil couldn't stop her brisk steps. "Hahaha, God is truly merciful! I've already told His Majesty that it was that damned one who tripped me up! With the food and the fire, I don't know when this rash all over my face will go away! And now, she's getting her comeuppance!"
Wei Shuyi listened to her hearty laughter helplessly, pointed in the direction of the main hall, and hinted her to be more restrained.
"It's okay. His Majesty is busy with many things, but he's not that worried about her! She really wants to have the same fate as Concubine Jin, but unfortunately, she can only sleep in her bedroom—" Wang Changzai lifted a corner of her veil and took another bite of the pastry. "Hmm... I haven't tasted pastries in several days. I really miss her so much!"
"Has the imperial physician examined your face? Did he not prescribe any medicine?"
"Forget it, the person who tied the bell must untie it. I'll wait until she wakes up and then I'll sue her! For your Majesty's sake, you can at least give me the antidote."
Women dress up to please themselves.
Wang Changzai was able to enter the harem, so she naturally had a unique beauty. However, the red rash that spread to her back was itchy, but she was able to endure it and wait for an opportunity to retaliate.
The endurance hidden in it made Wei Shuyi sigh inwardly.
The two were chatting when a voice shouted angrily from outside the door: "Why are you stopping me?"
"Jing'an, go out and take a look."
It turned out that Jingning had taken it upon herself to stop the palace maid coming from the main hall, which led to the dispute.
Wei Shuyi was familiar with that woman. She was Shi Qing, the one who served Song Wanyi.
When they first met, he was arrogant and all he said was belittling her background. Now that they were reunited, Shi Qing's arrogance had subsided a lot. Her eyes were as red as a rabbit, bloodshot, and it looked like she hadn't rested well.
"What's going on?"
"Miss Min, our Wanyi has woken up and needs to see Concubine Wang."
"Looking for me?!" Wang Changyi flicked his sleeves and made to leave. "Don't! The rash on my face is contagious. If the honorable Wanyi gets disfigured, I'm afraid the resentment between us will only deepen! For your Wanyi's sake, how about having her come back to me later... Oh no, or just have her hand over the antidote directly?"
Shi Qing stammered, not knowing how to respond.
After hesitating for a while, he finally said emphatically: "Wanyi has something important to discuss, please come over!"
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