As the salt harvest season approached, salt merchants began to take action, and a large quantity of salt precursors were sold off continuously. Yuelai Inn and Yin's shop simply could not raise enough salt for the operation in the short term.
"Fourth Sister-in-law, what should we do?" For the first time, Yin felt that these salt starters were really troublesome.
Although they reported to their father, the imperial censors were all watching the situation closely. If Qingyan and Yin's actions were inappropriate, then later...
"There's nothing we can do, you should ask Father Emperor." Qingyan wasn't in a hurry. Although Kangxi had said that the salt production time couldn't be changed, he had left some room for flexibility in his words, without specifying the exact quantity.
Yin stormed off in a huff. Qingyan leaned against the chaise lounge, rubbing her temples. These past few days, she had felt unwell all over, her body weak and listless, as if she were still somewhat drowsy.
"Sulan, go and call Imperial Physician Yuan over." Qingyan felt that her condition was a bit strange. She had wondered if she was pregnant before, but then her aunt came over.
Su Lan knew Qing Yan's menstrual cycle and prepared to remind her to find the imperial physician as soon as possible.
Later, Yin entered with Imperial Physician Yuan. Qingyan looked at Yin suspiciously, a faint smile on her face.
"Sisi, why are you back?" Qingyan asked curiously.
"Are you feeling unwell? Why didn't you tell me sooner?" Yin has been busy with salt production lately, and Qingyan certainly didn't want to interfere with Yin's work.
Qingyan reached out in a daze, but had no strength left.
"Fourth Princess Consort, what have you been taking these past few days?" Imperial Physician Yuan discovered that it wasn't the Hua Mai pulse, but rather there were signs of poisoning.
Qingyan was slightly taken aback, and quickly informed Imperial Physician Yuan of the specific menu for the next few days.
"As expected, it must be due to some incompatibility with the health-preserving tea you've been using." Imperial Physician Yuan changes the health-preserving tea for Qingyan every two months, each time tailored to Qingyan's physical condition.
All three understood that if no one in the courtyard had informed them, this would never have happened.
"Imperial Physician Yuan, what do we do now?" Yin's face darkened. The people in the courtyard were mostly trusted by his family, and now, they were being treated poorly by someone else...
"Fourth Prince, this servant can only slowly detoxify her. Although the detoxification period is only three days, it will be extremely painful. It would be best if you could stay with Fourth Princess for three days." Looking at Qingyan's appearance, Imperial Physician Yuan felt a little sorry for her. She should be able to endure such a painful treatment, but Yin was unaware of what she would go through.
"Little darling, I'll stay with you. In a bit, I'll go and hand over some work to my elder brother and the others." After hearing Physician Yuan's arrangement, Yin decided to stay by Qingyan's side.
Qingyan shook her head and refused, saying, "Sisi, your job is more important. I don't want you to see my ugliest side."
Qingyan hoped that she would always be beautiful in front of Yin.
"You'll always be beautiful." Yin knew Qingyan's personality, so he reached out and squeezed Qingyan's small hand, assuring her directly.
Qingyan was slightly taken aback: "Alright, since that's what you think, let's do it this way."
Yin stood up and quickly went out to give instructions. He was sure that Yin, Yinxiang, and Yin would be able to help. Yin had been busy with salt affairs, while Qingyan was overseeing things from behind the scenes. It shouldn't be a big problem if he was away for two or three days.
Qingyan watched as Yin left and Imperial Physician Yuan went to the small pharmacy before she felt at ease. If she hadn't discovered some overly complicated connections within the salt administration, she wouldn't have allowed herself to touch those things.
Previously, she had taken anti-poisoning medicine, which could at least resist most toxins. In the past few days, she had taken another pill, which would have completely resisted them. After Qingyan discovered this, she delayed taking the medicine, which did not lead to poisoning, but she still suffered a slight poisoning that surprised even Imperial Physician Yuan.
The Imperial Physician Yuan dared not conceal the matter of Qingyan's poisoning and planned to report it directly to Emperor Kangxi, since Fei Yanggu would definitely be anxious.
"Master, these are messages that Ninth Master just sent." Su Zhu handed the envelope directly to Qing Yan.
Qingyan quickly opened the envelope, flipped through the letter, and began to read the information inside.
Yin stopped her from interfering anymore. He believed that as a prince, even if she touched something she shouldn't, Kangxi wouldn't take action. Qingyan was different.
"Hmm." Qingyan nodded. "Have the managers hand over all the salt permits to Ninth Master so he can handle them. Also, recall everyone who has been involved in the salt business."
After the order was given, Qingyan leaned back leisurely against the cushions, closed her eyes to rest, and her mind wandered to those strange people.
Su Zhu walked out of the courtyard, found Zhang Desheng, and asked him to go to Yuelai Inn as soon as possible to inform everyone.
"Has the master already made a decision?" Zhang Desheng asked curiously.
The shopkeepers all said that this salt business is a big fish, and if they can do it well, they can make a lot of money.
“Yes, Master has said that we must do it this way,” Su Zhu said helplessly.
Later that evening, Imperial Physician Yuan personally brought over the medicine, and Yin sat down beside her, noticing that she had changed into her pajamas and her hair was down.
"Physician Yuan, thank you. You can leave this to Si Si." Qing Yan felt a little awkward. Physician Yuan was about the same age as Fei Yanggu, and she still hoped to avoid any appearance of impropriety.
Yin chuckled. Qingyan really did know how to be afraid.
"Alright." After hearing Qingyan's instructions, Imperial Physician Yuan handed the Chinese medicine to Yin and told him how to take care of Qingyan.
Qingyan's face showed helplessness; Imperial Physician Yuan really treated them like children.
After Imperial Physician Yuan left, Yin handed the bowl to Qingyan.
"Forget it, you should just use the water from your spatial storage. I know it's because of the salt administration, so it's best to use less of this." Yin had been with Qingyan for many years, so of course he understood her thoughts.
Qingyan smiled and said, "Sisi, you know me best. To be honest, I really don't like that person."
Previously, the people at Yuelai Inn had contacted that person a few times and discovered that the person's integrity was questionable. Therefore, they didn't say much, only cooperated once, and then never cooperated again.
Qingyan took a glass of water from inside the space and drank it down to make herself feel better.
"Little darling, how are you?" Yin asked worriedly, noticing Qingyan's furrowed brows.
Qingyan gripped the bedpost tightly, her face drained of color.
Yin pried open her little hand and held it in his own.
"I'm here with you, so don't hurt yourself," Yin whispered in Qingyan's ear.
Qingyan nodded weakly. Sure enough, the water in the space was better than medicine, and it could alleviate the pain somewhat.
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