Chapter 122 Tian Ying
Many say that if Tian Ying were still alive, Sima Jun would have received even greater support. In his previous life, it was precisely because of Tian Ying's sudden death that Sima Jun was trapped in Kuaiji, allowing Fu Cheng to command the civil and military forces of Jiangzhou, wielding power comparable to that of a provincial governor. Fu Cheng's rebellion also greatly benefited the Huan family. The Jingzhou army's unstoppable march through Jiangzhou back then was a disastrous outcome, closely linked to Sima Jun's subsequent death.
In the current situation, Sima Jun and Sun Wei both need Tian Ying to stabilize the military power in order to counter the power of the Huan family in Xunyang City.
Therefore, before coming to Xunyang, Sun Wei had already included Tian Ying in his plans.
She even brought a doctor named Zhou from the capital. This doctor was an excellent doctor and might be able to save Tian Ying's life.
Unexpectedly, Tian Ying went to the capital and just missed him.
"So, Manager Tian is in Lijing Pavilion?" Sun Wei asked.
"That's right." Sima Jun said slowly, "But since Madam wants to go back, then..."
"Since the prince has summoned Manager Tian, how can he not see him?" Sun Wei interrupted.
Sima Jun looked at the sky and said, "It's really going to snow heavily."
Sun Wei was impatient: "Is the prince leaving or not?"
Sima Jun looked at her, a barely perceptible curve forming on his lips.
"Madam, please."
Tian Ying was already waiting in Lijing Pavilion.
When she saw the two of them, Tian Ying bowed quickly.
Sun Wei looked at Tian Ying. He was tall and had the air of a capable military commander. However, his complexion was not good, and he looked pale. After saying a few words, he coughed repeatedly and looked a little weak.
"I've heard of Steward Tian's great name for a long time, and today I finally get to meet him." Sun Wei's expression was warm. "The prince said that Steward Tian just returned from Jiankang?"
Tian Ying was about to answer, but suddenly she lowered her head, covered her mouth and started coughing.
Sima Jun asked someone to bring hot tea.
Sun Wei looked at Tian Ying and took a sip of tea. After Tian Ying calmed down, she asked, "Is Manager Tian ill?"
Tian Ying's eyes turned red from coughing, which made her look even worse.
"Your Highness," he replied, "I caught a cold a few years ago and it has been recurring ever since. I have been disrespectful and I beg the Crown Prince and the Princess to forgive me."
"It's the dead of winter now. Even if the cold is mild, it can be fatal if it strikes." Sun Wei said, turning back to A'ru, "Go get Doctor Zhou to come and see Chief Steward Tian."
Tian Ying showed a look of surprise and said hurriedly, "Princess, there's no need to bother. It's the New Year, and my minor illness is not worth making such a fuss about."
Sun smiled and said, "That's wrong. General Tian is very busy. If it weren't for the New Year holiday, how could I have met him? I know that the late king always regarded General Tian as a favorite general. If he were still alive, he would definitely not ignore the fact that General Tian was unwell."
After that, she looked at Sima Jun: "What does the prince say?"
Sima Jun glanced at Sun Wei.
Her eyes were gentle and clear, and one could tell at a glance what she was thinking.
"That's quite true," Sima Jun said. "It wouldn't be a problem if you asked the imperial physician to take a look. Steward Tian, there's no need to refuse. I'll be leaving tomorrow, and knowing you're in good health will put your mind at ease."
Tian Ying didn't dare to refuse and could only thank him repeatedly.
Not long after, Doctor Zhou arrived, took Tian Ying's pulse, examined her carefully, and frowned.
"Has Manager Tian ever consulted a doctor before?" he asked.
"Please come in," Tian Ying said. "The doctor said it was indeed a cold and prescribed a decoction."
Doctor Zhou took the patient's pulse again and then reported to Sima Jun and Sun Wei, saying that they needed to find a few other doctors to consult together.
When Sima Jun heard this, he knew something was unusual.
He was about to tell Yu Kuan to do it, but he heard Sun Wei say, "What can Doctor Zhou diagnose? Tell me directly."
Doctor Zhou looked hesitant as he glanced at Sima Jun.
Sima Jun said, "Doctor Zhou, please feel free to speak."
Doctor Zhou agreed, saying, "In my opinion, Manager Tian doesn't seem to be suffering from a cold, but rather a poisoning. However, the symptoms of the poison are quite similar to those of a cold."
Tian Ying was horrified when she heard this: "Poisoned?"
Sima Jun glanced at Sun Wei and saw that she looked calm, as if she had expected this.
"Do you know what kind of poison Manager Tian was poisoned with?" he asked.
Doctor Zhou shook his head. "I dare not make a rash judgment. However, judging by Chief Steward Tian's symptoms, the poisoning is not serious. I have a basic understanding of toxicology, and this type of poison usually enters the body with the medicine, concealing it from the public. Chief Steward Tian has been taking a decoction recently. If I can examine it carefully, I will have a rough idea of what happened."
Sima Jun nodded slightly.
Sun Wei didn't say anything, still holding the teacup in her hand.
Sima Jun had some understanding of Sun Wei's methods and knew that she probably had a plan in mind. However, she was always cautious in front of outsiders and did not dare to speak to him presumptuously.
At that moment, she was just waiting for me to speak first.
Sima Jun readily agreed and looked at her: "In your opinion, Madam, what should we do?"
Sun Weiqian said, "The Crown Prince will make the final decision on this matter."
"Madam is from the Lu family of Lingnan and is well versed in the study of yin and yang," Sima Jun said. "Maybe you could do some divination for Chief Steward Tian."
These words were apparently spoken to Sun Wei, but actually to Tian Ying.
Sure enough, Tian Ying's face brightened.
Tian Ying had heard many anecdotes about this princess, both in Xunyang and Jiankang, each one more fantastical than the last. Now, it seemed that even the prince, who didn't believe in ghosts and gods, had acknowledged her, proving that the princess's abilities were genuine.
"Please give me some advice, Princess." Tian Ying bowed quickly.
Sun Wei asked the eunuch to help him up. She looked at him, sighed, and said, "To be honest with you, Steward Tian. When I saw you just now, I sensed something ominous about you, so I had to ask the imperial physician to come and examine you. Forgive me, but if you don't find out in time, you won't live long."
Tian Ying's face changed and she was so shocked that she couldn't speak.
"I wonder who wants to take Manager Tian's life?" Sima Jun said.
Sun Wei shook her head and said, "I can't tell the reason, the truth or falsehood, for now. But if Manager Tian is willing to follow my plan, it won't be difficult to find out."
"Please give your instructions, Princess!" Tian Ying said hurriedly.
"Master Tian, please feign ignorance and continue to pretend to be sick to avoid alerting the enemy," Sun Wei said. "As for the medicine at home, Master Tian should not take it anymore. Master Tian can secretly give the prescription and the residue to Doctor Zhou, and have him prepare the antidote. Master Tian, I will take care of the rest. How do you think?"
Since her life was at stake, Tian Ying had no reason to hesitate and quickly agreed.
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By the time everyone had decided on a plan, it was already dark.
When Deng Lian saw Tian Ying off, it really started snowing heavily.
The goose feather-like snowflakes fluttered down and grew bigger and bigger.
"Traveling at night in the snow is quite dangerous," Sun Wei said to Sima Jun. "Sir, do you still want to go to the main camp?"
Sima Jun looked sideways at her: "Madam, do you think I shouldn't go?"
Sun Wei knew that even if he had to stab Sima Jun, he would still go.
He is such a stubborn person.
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