After the parade, Li Xi and the others returned to the courtyard to rest.
Li Xi: "Miss, what's your name?"
Meng Zhelan hadn't expected the plan to go so smoothly, and looked at her with a smile, "Replying to the Holy Maiden, this servant's name is Linglan."
"Lily of the Valley? Okay, then go find Sui Feng and have him arrange something for you." She didn't know how to deal with the woman she had brought back, so she could only let Sui Feng make the arrangements.
Meng Zhelan could barely contain her excitement. "Yes, this servant will take her leave."
We can't afford to panic now; we need to figure out a way to become her personal maid.
Meanwhile, Sun Tiantian disguised herself as a man and applied for a job as a henchman in the Red Lotus Sect.
This sect dares to openly proclaim its power everywhere because it has many skilled members, and ordinary people dare not provoke it.
Sun Tiantian's strength and skills greatly pleased the Great Protector.
He coaxed Tian Tian into eating a pill, saying it would improve her internal strength.
Fortunately, she was prepared. She first took a dispelling pill. After swallowing it, the Grand Protector had someone check her mouth to prevent anyone from tricking her into not swallowing it.
"Alright, all of you go and await further instructions." The Grand Protector had the newly recruited thugs settled in and then left.
Finally, when no one was around, Tian Tian activated her internal energy. Under the catalysis of her internal energy, the antidote took effect, and before long, she was able to vomit up all the pills given to her by the Great Protector.
Suppressing her nausea, she picked up the pill and hid it, then followed the others to have their meal.
This drug is likely the one they use to control their followers.
Furthermore, these lowest-ranking believers have no contact with those at the top and can never even see the leader.
"Sun Qian, hurry up, or there won't be any food left." Another newly joined believer urged him.
I heard that joining the Red Lotus Cult means you'll not only eat your fill but also eat well, receive a monthly stipend, and get rewards for good performance.
Sun Tiantian responded, quickly composed herself, and hurried to catch up with the group.
As rumored, the food in the dining hall was plentiful.
For those who have been wandering for a long time and have never had enough to eat, it is a luxury.
After the meal, the newly recruited thugs were gathered together for basic physical training and some simple martial arts instruction.
With her solid martial arts skills, Sun Tiantian quickly stood out and attracted the attention of the Great Protector.
At night, while everyone was fast asleep, Sun Tiantian quietly got up and sneaked into Meng Zhelan's room under the cover of darkness.
"Miss, this is what the Great Protector gave me to eat." Sun Tiantian's voice was very low, afraid of disturbing the people next door.
Upon hearing this, Meng Zhelan frowned slightly and accepted the pill. She then told Tian Tian to return as soon as possible to avoid being discovered.
Cui Liu was a maid that Situ Feng brought from headquarters. She served Xiao Xi and was responsible for preparing tonics for the Holy Maiden.
The ingredients for this tonic were personally delivered by Situ Feng, and he would stew it for the Holy Maiden to drink every day.
She had taken the opportunity to examine the ingredients of these herbs; they contained a small amount of bewitching herb powder. Though not fatal, it could slowly erode a person's will, making them uneasy and easily manipulated.
Three months have passed since Xiaoxi disappeared from public view, and she has forgotten them. She must have drunk quite a bit.
Moreover, the herbal prescriptions on this list are extremely skillful, unlike those prescribed by ordinary doctors.
Each medicinal herb is used in precise dosage, and over time, those who take it will be guided to become different.
What a vicious person! She must meet him down if she gets the chance.
The medicinal powder that Hongying put into Li Xi's food every day had no effect whatsoever.
After much deliberation, Meng Zhelan reluctantly wrote out a prescription and handed it to Qin Xiaolin, asking him to find a way to obtain it.
It seems I still need to find a way to stay by Xiaoxi's side. Only then can I find an opportunity to treat her.
Situ Feng has been very successful in his work these days, and the cult leader praised him highly, as if he wanted to groom him as his successor.
He also seemed to have forgotten that the cult leader had once called him a good-for-nothing, and devoted himself wholeheartedly to this business.
Ren Shan Tang took in many homeless people, conducted free medical clinics, and provided medicine to the poor, seemingly going against An Ji Fang.
They secretly contacted local dignitaries and sold them a mysterious elixir called "Ecstasy Pill".
Claiming that this elixir could prolong life and strengthen the body, it caused quite a stir among the elite.
Situ Feng cleverly used the power of these influential figures to raise more funds and supplies for Ren Shan Tang.
He also quietly wove a complex intelligence network, enabling him to quickly receive feedback on every move of the government.
As for Li Xi, he fabricated a dream of paradise.
They claimed to be relieving the suffering of the poor, and that the victory of the Red Lotus Sect was inevitable, a salvation of the people from their misery.
Li Xi, who was gradually losing her mind, could no longer distinguish between good and evil, and let her so-called elder brother make arrangements for her.
The leader of the Red Lotus Cult, who was plotting in Kyoto, was overjoyed to learn that Li Xi had been assimilated: "My son, our grand plan will soon be realized."
The Crown Prince was confined to the Eastern Palace for reflection and was not allowed to leave. He knew that the Emperor remained unconscious, and he, the Fifth Prince, was overseeing the country. He was extremely anxious but helpless.
Without the emperor's decree, and with the imperial guards stationed there, he couldn't leave at all.
The crown prince was extremely anxious, but he had to force himself to calm down and think of a solution.
Just as he was feeling frustrated, the Prince of Liang entered. "Brother Crown Prince, how have you been lately?"
Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince's eyes flickered slightly, and he quickly concealed the anxiety on his face.
He then adopted a calm and composed demeanor and slowly turned around. "Second brother, what brings you here? Father is seriously ill, and as a prince, you should be by his side."
Prince Liang: “Your Highness the Crown Prince is right, but our Imperial Grandfather won’t let us in, so no one knows how our Father is doing.”
Prince Jing, who has been in charge of the country since receiving the mandate, has worked diligently day and night without complaint.
From the government to the common people, everyone was moved by his sincerity and respected his virtue.
I'm afraid that once the emperor regains his senses, he will depose the prince and make Prince Jing the crown prince instead.
The Crown Prince was naturally extremely anxious, but he had no good solutions and couldn't even leave the Eastern Palace.
King Liang knew his thoughts, "Compared to Prince Jing, I actually hope that my elder brother, the Crown Prince, will ascend the throne."
He gently patted the crown prince's shoulder, his eyes filled with both sympathy and a subtle, profound look. "Brother Crown Prince, life is like a game of chess, each move bringing a new twist."
Although my fifth brother is virtuous and talented, and deeply loved by the people, you, as the crown prince, have your own destiny. At this moment, haste will be useless; only by remaining calm and patient can we understand the situation and find a turning point.”
Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince frowned slightly, a hint of doubt and resentment flashing in his eyes. "Second brother, I know you are exceptionally intelligent. Do you have any good ideas to help me?"
King Liang smiled slightly, a smile that concealed a hint of cunning and composure. "I certainly have a good plan, but I need the Crown Prince's cooperation."
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