The next day, right after the court session, as expected, Feng Qingcang was summoned to the Imperial Study.
Rong Yuan sat on the dragon throne, staring at Feng Qingcang below without saying a word, just watching.
Finally, Feng Qingcang couldn't hold back any longer: "Your Majesty, just ask what you have to say. Let's see what you can find out."
Rong Yuan snorted: "Tell me, did you already know that Huang'er's master was the Ninth Prince?"
Feng Qingcang deliberately delayed, finally uttering a few words: "A little earlier than the Emperor."
"You're just talking nonsense. Don't you know you would let Lao Jiu take that girl away?"
Helpless, Feng Qingcang could only repeat what he had said yesterday verbatim.
Rong Yuan rubbed his temples, feeling a headache coming on: "You mean, that wandering scholar not only knew that Huang'er was unwell, but also knew that Lao Jiu was in Wuji Mountain, and that Lao Jiu could cure Huang'er?"
Feng Qingcang nodded: "That's probably it, otherwise they wouldn't have asked us to send Huang'er to Wuji Mountain."
"This expert, is he some kind of deity? He knows everything."
Feng Qingcang also looked puzzled: "We've met once, but I can't remember what he looks like."
Rong Yuan: "Then they must not want to reveal their identity and appearance. Does that mean there really are gods in this world?"
"Actually, he can't be considered a god. Everyone in the capital knows about the time when someone was found to treat Huang'er. Besides, if someone knows that Rong Jin can save Huang'er, then they must be someone Rong Jin knows or a patient of. We'll ask Lao Jiu when he comes back."
Rong Yuan glanced at him: "You make it sound so easy. If he were willing to come back, would I be asking you this?"
Feng Qingcang awkwardly touched his nose: "Alright, I'll go and sound out Huang'er later to see if she's willing to persuade her master."
Rong Yuan nodded in satisfaction: "From the beginning until now, you've finally said something that's pleasing to the ear."
Feng Qingcang glared at him: "What I said was unpleasant to hear, so don't listen. Also, are you done asking your questions? If you are, I'm going home to be with my wife."
After Feng Qingcang finished speaking, he was about to leave when Rong Yuan stopped him.
"You stopped there?"
Feng Qingcang turned around: "What, is there something else?"
"How are the preparations for Qingyun's wedding going? There are only a few days left."
Feng Qingcang nodded: "Don't worry, everything is ready. Qingyun is just waiting to marry Xiao'er."
Rong Yuan snorted: "That's more like it. You must not wrong Xiao'er."
"Don't worry, Wan'er and I both like Xiao'er very much, and we will never let Qingyun bully her."
Rong Yuan waved his hand: "Alright, alright, let's go. Your mind isn't on this anymore."
Feng Qingcang cupped his hands and said, "Goodbye."
After Feng Qingcang finished speaking, he walked out of the imperial study as quickly as if the wind was blowing under his feet, afraid that Rong Yuan would call him again.
Rong Yuan looked at Feng Qingcang walking away with a flourish and felt very disdainful. All he talked about all day was "wife, wife," as if no one else did.
"Hongfu, what excuse do you suggest I use to go see Lao Jiu?"
Hong Fu: "Your Majesty, in my opinion, Your Majesty does not need to make up any excuses. It is only natural for an elder brother to visit his younger brother."
Rong Yuan nodded: "What you said makes sense. Sigh, I wonder when Lao Jiu will be able to get over this hurdle in his heart?"
"Your Majesty, time is a good thing. Besides, the younger generation has all come of age now, so I'm sure Ninth Imperial Uncle will be able to let it go soon."
Hong Fu reminisced about the spirited and carefree young prince of yesteryear, and now, after so many years, he had been confined to Wuji Mountain, which filled him with heartache. Fortunately, he had been found, and from now on, His Majesty and Prince Rong would surely do their utmost to pamper him. After all, back then, his elder sister and two elder brothers had also doted on their youngest brother immensely.
If that incident hadn't happened, these people probably wouldn't be in this situation now. What's done is done; since we can't change it, we can only accept it and adapt to it.
“Hongfu, let’s find a day and take Aqi and Huang’er to Wuji Mountain.”
Hong Fu: "Yes, Your Majesty, but should we inform Prince Rong first?"
Rong Yuan shook his head: "We don't know Lao Jiu's attitude towards us yet, so let's not tell him for now. We'll decide based on the situation after we go there."
"This old servant obeys the order."
Rong Yuan suddenly remembered something and quickly instructed Hong Fu: "Go and see what other strange things are in the ice cave. Pick some out and send them to that girl. After all, we need her help."
He remembered it well; that girl was a little foodie, just like him. He figured that bringing her some food would make her happy.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Hong Fu accepted the order and took his leave, leaving Rong Yuan alone in the imperial study, reminiscing about events from many years ago.
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