The group of people looked at each other in bewilderment. One of the rough-looking old women stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, this morning before dawn, when I went to the outhouse, I saw a person whose figure looked a lot like Yin Chuan'er. She was thin and short, and easy to recognize. It should be her."
Which way did she go?
"It seems to be the direction of the back door."
Zhong Muyu said, "Wouldn't the guards be suspicious if she went out the back door at that time? She's small, maybe she could just squeeze through the dog hole."
Lu Ziyuan also agreed: "So it's basically certain that it's her."
He dismissed the servants and ordered the guards to arrest Yin Chuan'er. The two then went to the study to await the outcome.
Taking a sip of tea, Zhong Muyu asked, "How could a little girl like you obtain such rare poison and sneak into my kitchen in the dead of night to poison me? Don't you find that strange?"
“I know, so I also sent people to search the mansion for any spies.”
Zhong Muyu nodded. Actually, she suspected it was related to Tingzhi Courtyard. There were many people outside who wanted her dead, but there should only be one person who wanted to disfigure her.
Since Yin Chuan'er has escaped, there's no way to find any evidence by investigating Tingzhi Courtyard now. Su Zhirou might even turn the tables on them, so let's just forget about it.
The most important thing right now is to cure those maids.
...
In the afternoon, Zaochun, Chengfeng, and the others returned. Upon hearing about what had happened, Zaochun was terrified and insisted on going to see them.
Zhong Muyu stopped her: "Don't go. They're heartbroken right now. If you go, you'll only make them cry more. Besides, the way they are right now... I'm afraid you can't handle it."
"Good heavens! If I hadn't been with the princess, I'm afraid I would have..."
“If I hadn’t attended Liu Ping and Fang Wan’s wedding, we would all have been infected. Now is not the time to talk about this. Let’s stay at Xiuyu House for the next couple of days and not disturb them. We’ll move back once they’ve recovered.”
In early spring, I silently agreed, and now this is all I can do.
After calming Zao Chun down, Zhong Muyu approached Lu Ziyuan, who was working at his desk: "Your Xiuyu Residence has been quite lively these past few days."
Lu Ziyuan smiled and said, "I couldn't be happier, but you don't have to stay here temporarily. You can stay here for a long time if you want."
In this matter, the biggest winner is probably Lu Ziyuan.
His Xiuyu House was his workplace, and it wasn't very big. Zhong Muyu had to squeeze in with him, which was something he had always dreamed of.
Zhong Muyu rolled her eyes at him: Dream on!
That's what she said, but now she doesn't dislike being with Lu Ziyuan.
After leaving, she went to the Fragrant Courtyard.
The physicians prescribed some dark-colored medicine for the maids to drink, but Zhong Muyu felt it was unreliable. They had only just discovered the Tuman grass and had never even seen the actual plant. How could they possibly make an antidote?
She still has to do it herself.
Butler 4601 was as efficient as ever. By the time Zhong Muyu returned to the space, it had already prepared the antidote from the space's medicine storehouse, including both oral and topical medicines, totaling two large bottles.
Carrying the things into the maids' room, Zhong Muyu greeted them: "Don't take the medicine prescribed by the physician for now. Take these and the ointment, and remember to apply them to the wound."
The royal physician distributing the medicine packets was taken aback and quickly came over: "Your Highness, what kind of medicine is this?"
"An antidote."
"Where...did you get these medicines?"
The physician took out a small brown pill, sniffed it, and found the medicinal scent to be very faint, making it hard not to suspect something.
Zhong Muyu said, "I know the properties of the Tuman grass, so I managed to make it. You don't need to worry, they are my maids, I would never harm them."
"Of course I understand, but..."
Do you have medical skills?
The physician dared not ask any questions and examined the pill again.
These doctors were all very meticulous, and Zhong Muyu knew they wouldn't believe him, so he explained, "Don't worry, I got this antidote from a wandering master. It's very effective. If you don't believe me, take this pill back and study it. Just focus on your research today; I'll take care of their affairs."
Zhong Muyu carried the items to the maids, and Qiao'er asked, "Your Highness, are these things really useful?"
"Of course, do you believe me?"
"Of course this servant trusts the Princess!"
"This servant believes it too!"
"..."
Everyone made their stance clear, and their trust warmed Zhong Muyu's heart.
"Then take your medicine properly tomorrow and apply the ointment carefully. Remember, the wound must not get wet..."
Zhong Muyu explained the usage to them, and finally looked at the physician who was still standing there in a daze: "Aren't you leaving? I'm going to apply the medicine to them in a bit."
Upon hearing that the medicine was being applied, the physician knew it was improper to look at it, so he hurriedly picked up his things and left in a panic.
Zhong Muyu picked out a little ointment and applied it to Qiao'er's arm as a demonstration.
Qiao'er was so frightened that she quickly pulled her hand back: "No... my arm is disgusting."
"What's disgusting about your arm? It's just a wound. Don't worry, I've washed my hands."
Zhong Muyu ignored her refusal, grabbed her arm and started applying ointment.
The cool, refreshing feeling did indeed alleviate the previous pain.
Zhong Muyu demonstrated to them: "If you're afraid of pain, apply it gently, but make sure to spread it evenly. Okay, you can do the rest yourselves. You can also help each other with the parts of your body that you can't reach yourself."
After the maids learned how to apply the ointment, they began to apply it to their bodies and faces one by one. Zhong Muyu wanted to help them, but they seemed reluctant to let him see their bodies. Helpless, Zhong Muyu had to go back and find a way to disinfect the entire Xinxiang Courtyard.
Everything in the kitchen that had been contaminated with poison had been thrown away, leaving the kitchen empty. Zhong Muyu grew angrier the more she thought about it; it was true that you can guard against a thief in your own home, but it's hard to guard against one's own.
Zhong Muyu thought for a moment and realized that perhaps the Prince's mansion should also be electrified.
...
As night fell, when Zhong Muyu returned to Xiuyu House, her whole body ached.
In early spring, she was tidying up the room. According to Zhong Muyu, no matter how cramped Xiuyu House was, it had to be made into a suitable living environment for women.
Of course, Zaochun was very happy because she could be Chengfeng's neighbor.
"Your Highness, what are you doing here this time?"
"Of course I took care of things at Xinxiang Courtyard. Don't pack those things yet. Help me rub my back. I'm exhausted from setting up the generator today."
After saying that, Zhong Muyu flopped onto the bed, completely abandoning her composure.
Zaochun reluctantly put down her work: "You're doing this again? Didn't you say the Prince's Mansion wasn't a permanent residence and didn't need renovations?"
“I’ve changed my mind. This palace isn’t safe either. Look, it’s only been a few days and someone has already poisoned us. I still feel lingering fear when I think about it.”
Zhong Muyu's voice was much calmer now. The early spring massage was quite comfortable, but the pressure was a bit too light.
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