Li Youran noticed that Feng's mother spoke with great refinement, and that Feng Heng had previously mentioned that his mother came from a prominent family.
Li Youran couldn't understand why a well-bred young lady who valued her reputation would elope with someone...
She looked at Feng Heng and saw that he was elegant and his appearance did not resemble his mother's, which showed that Feng Heng's appearance was inherited from his father.
Li Youran thought to himself, "Feng Heng's father must also be a young master from a prominent family, otherwise how could he have won over Feng Heng's mother's heart..."
When Li Youran and his entourage hurriedly returned to the Liaocheng County Government Office, it was already late at night, but the Second Prince's Consort came out to greet them immediately.
"You little rascal, I was so worried about you. I'm so glad you came back safe and sound."
As the Second Prince's Consort spoke, she held Li Youran tightly in her arms.
"Come with me, I have something to tell you."
As she spoke, the Second Prince's Consort glanced at Tang Lei, then led Li Youran away.
Li Youran had no idea what it was about, but the Second Prince's wife insisted on telling her in the middle of the night.
But seeing his sister looking so preoccupied, he knew this was no trivial matter, so he also began to feel heavy-hearted.
“You Ran, after Dr. Feng disappeared, we found the prescription he developed in Dr. Feng’s room.”
As she spoke, the Second Prince's Consort undressed with the help of servants, and then continued to look at Li Youran.
"Dr. Feng's prescription is very effective. The epidemic in Liaocheng has now been basically brought under control."
"Sister, this is wonderful news! I'll go tell Doctor Feng right away."
Upon hearing that the prescription was effective and the epidemic had been brought under control, Li Youran was overjoyed and wanted to get up to tell Doctor Feng about it.
"No need, I'm sure the others have already told him the good news."
The Second Prince's wife said calmly, unsure how to tell Li Youran what was to come.
After the initial joy subsided, Li Youran noticed that the Second Prince's wife seemed to be acting differently than usual.
Despite it being such a happy occasion, he looked preoccupied, and considering that she had specifically called him here today, she must have something to say about him.
"Sister, just tell me what's wrong. I can handle it."
With the help of servants, the Second Prince's Consort had removed all her jewelry and gorgeous clothes, leaving her in only a white nightgown.
Her long hair hung down to her waist. Although she looked different from Li Youran, the two sisters shared a very similar charm and exuded an innate nobility.
"The epidemic is nearing its end, and we will be returning to Beijing soon."
As the Second Prince's Consort spoke, she walked towards Li Youran, sat down, took Li Youran's hand, and spoke earnestly.
"His Highness the Second Prince was the first prince to quell the epidemic, and he will surely be rewarded upon his return to the capital."
The Second Prince's Consort opened her mouth at this point, but didn't continue, looking at Li Youran with a pained expression.
"Is your sister worried about the marriage arranged by the Emperor?"
After hearing Li Youran's words, the Second Prince's Consort nodded.
"After all, it is difficult to disobey the emperor's orders. If the emperor himself sets the date for the two of you, I'm afraid there will be no room for refusal."
The Second Prince's wife had considered asking for nothing more than to have her sister's engagement annulled, but after much deliberation, she realized that this was ultimately unfeasible.
Putting aside other places, the situation at the Imperial Brother-in-Law's residence alone is unacceptable.
"Sister, you don't need to worry about me. We'll deal with whatever comes our way. Everything will take its natural course."
Li Youran couldn't bear to see her sister worrying along with her, so she pretended to be relaxed and comforted her.
"No one knows what will happen until it's too late. Besides, don't we still have one last step we can take?"
Upon hearing Li Youran mention the final step, the Second Prince's Consort's expression became even more unnatural.
Li Youran was unaware that the Second Prince and his wife had told her, in an attempt to appease her, that they possessed a drug that could make her appear dead.
Little did they know that while the pill that caused the illusion of death could induce symptoms of death, it also carried a certain degree of risk. If the antidote wasn't taken in time, they might never wake up again.
The Second Prince's wife hesitated, but ultimately did not voice her worries, reassuring herself that perhaps things wouldn't be so bad.
"Your Highness, I know this is a struggle between princes, but the common people are innocent. I implore you to step in and publish this prescription to save more disaster victims."
As Feng Heng spoke, he made a gesture as if to kneel down and perform a grand salute to the Second Prince.
The Second Prince hurriedly stepped forward to support Feng Heng.
"Dr. Feng, we've known each other for many years, don't you have any confidence in me?"
The Second Prince, with a stern face, spoke to Feng Heng.
"If I can't even understand this principle, what face do I have to contend for the throne?"
"Your Highness, please accept my bow!"
As Feng Heng spoke, he knelt down again, offering a deep salute to the Second Prince.
"Dr. Feng, please get up quickly."
When the Second Prince saw Feng Heng acknowledge him as his subject, his eyes suddenly lit up. He hurriedly stepped forward, smiling and excitedly helping Feng Heng up.
Prior to this, His Highness the Second Prince had invited Feng Heng to come out of seclusion and lend him a hand, but Feng refused.
Feng Heng had only agreed to let him come out this time because he was thinking of the refugees. Unexpectedly, Feng Heng suddenly agreed, which made the Second Prince very happy.
"If the future brings forth a wise ruler like His Highness the Second Prince, it will be a blessing for the people."
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