in the case of.
Then she will definitely go to them.
Seeing her cold expression, Yuan Xingzhou continued, "But I know that there is a special item in the palace that can counteract Gu poison. It is currently in the Queen's palace. If you want to save your little sister, you only need to get that item."
Queen...
Zheng Quchi suddenly woke up. She remembered Yuan Xingzhou's intention to return to Shengjing for revenge, and the fact that this matter also involved the Queen... Thinking back further, it was hard to know whether his sudden talk to her about this was a well-intentioned reminder or if he had ulterior motives to use her.
After the Xing'an incident, she also grew and learned not to see a mountain as just a mountain, but to see through the surface to the essence.
How do I know if you're telling the truth or not?
Yuan Xingzhou, however, said indifferently, "This is not a secret. You can ask your people if Shenmu Meng is a kind of divine object that specifically counters all kinds of Gu poison. If they don't know, you can go to Shengjing to ask someone."
Since he said all that, it didn't seem like he was just making something up to fool her.
She pondered, "The things the Queen keeps in her palace must be incredibly valuable. How could I possibly obtain them?"
Isn't this deliberately setting up a difficult problem for her?
Yuan Xingzhou approached her and tempted her, "Cooperate with me, and I will grant your wish."
Zheng Quchi: "..."
Your Highness, your true colors have finally been revealed.
She ignored his words and asked, "How much longer can my little sister hold on?"
Seeing Zheng Quchi's attitude, Yuan Xingzhou also became aloof. His expression was indifferent, and his sidelong glances were like moonlight on water, exuding coldness: "Do you think I am one of your subordinates, who will answer every question you ask?"
That makes sense. Zheng Quchi immediately reflected on himself. No matter what, he had to keep the person calm first.
She wiped her face, her expression sincere and serious: "This matter is of great importance, Your Highness, please allow me to consider it first."
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As soon as she got off the carriage, Zheng Quchi carried the bedding and placed it on the dry, flat ground. She looked in the direction of Brother Sang, who was sitting by the fire with Sister Sang. The four members of the Extinction Group never stayed with them, but instead remained in the shadows on guard.
She walked over, picked up her little sister and put her on her lap. The little girl was drowsy and her head was tilted to one side.
Feeling herself being picked up, Sang Yaomei turned her head to look at Zheng Quchi and mumbled, "...Second sister, I'm so sleepy."
Zheng Quchi touched her smooth little face: "Okay, little sister, go to sleep first, your second sister will hold you."
She buried her head in Zheng Quchi's arms: "Second Sister, Xiangxiang..."
After coaxing her younger sister to sleep, Zheng Quchi looked at her older brother Sang. Without beating around the bush, she said directly, "Brother, I already know."
Brother Sang was taken aback. After a long while, he sighed and said, "I guessed it too. Otherwise, you wouldn't have taken me and my younger sister to Shengjing. But it was no use. Ordinary clinics and doctors couldn't cure us."
He had taken Sang Yaomei to see doctors before, but each time it was to no avail; they couldn't find anything wrong with her.
Zheng Quchi lowered his eyes and stared at Yaomei's rosy little face, so pink and healthy: "This is a Gu poison. How could an ordinary person possibly cure it? But I have inquired and found out that the Ye King's Palace has something to save Yaomei."
Brother Sang was shocked: "The Ye King's Palace? How could ordinary people like us possibly obtain things from such a place?!"
He didn't know that Zheng Quchi was no longer an "ordinary person," but Zheng Quchi didn't explain this matter either, because she would have to spend a lot of effort explaining that she had become a widow shortly after getting married and had to take care of the tens of thousands of people left by her late husband. Speaking of her entanglement with Yuwen Sheng, it was as long as a piece of cloth.
Most importantly, she didn't want him to worry about her situation, nor did she want him to be saddened by her future.
In this day and age, losing a husband is equivalent to losing your future security. Who knows, he might make her remarry so that she can carry on the Zheng family line.
"You're willing to come with me because your little sister doesn't have much time left, is that right?"
Brother Sang was speechless for a moment: "..."
"The Mo family deliberately used a curse on my younger sister, there must be some purpose behind it. My elder brother knows something, but can't he tell me?" she said indignantly.
Brother Sang turned his face away, avoiding her gaze, and said stiffly, "Child, you don't need to concern yourself with these things."
Even now, he still refuses to tell her. Either he's certain she can't handle it, or... this matter is deeply involved with her.
Zheng Quchi knew that if it really involved her, Brother Sang would never compromise, even if it meant death.
But……
Zheng Quchi solemnly declared as if making a vow: "Big brother, I will never abandon my little sister. Now that there is a way, no matter how difficult the journey, I will rise to the challenge."
"A ruler!" Brother Sang exclaimed in surprise.
Could she really be planning to rob the Ye King's palace?!
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The next day, Zheng Quchi carefully observed Yaomei's expression and behavior and found that she was indeed smarter than before.
Previously, she had delayed language development, spoke simple words, and sometimes couldn't control her emotions. But now, if you don't observe carefully, you'll find that she's about the same age as a normal seven or eight-year-old child.
But once she starts speaking, it's clear that her mind and language skills can't keep up with others, and she'll stutter and get stuck if asked a question urgently.
After learning about Sang Yaomei's situation, Zheng Quchi stopped entrusting her to others and instead kept her by his side personally so that he could keep track of all changes in her situation at any time.
After rushing for almost half a month, they finally arrived safely at Shuilu Town. Not far away was a clear expanse of water with lush aquatic plants. Boats were moored at the dock, and people came and went in a lively atmosphere.
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