Qi Wu was a little surprised. He thought for a moment and said, "I was still young at that time. I couldn't figure out what was going on here, and there was no one to discuss it with. After that, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and I only met privately, and our relationship was not made public. I did ask him once, but the Emperor's favorite son was gone, so he was suspicious and I don't know how long he had been investigating. So, he didn't dare to ask around. Ah Yu, why do you say that?"

Wen Yu said, "I just think that this method of secretly passing information, flattering, and framing is particularly in line with Tan's methods!"

Qi Wu recalled: "Later, I had a fever and my third uncle came to see me. He told me: If you have a fever, just go to bed and don't go anywhere. The situation outside was tense, and no matter who asked me, I said I fainted and didn't know anything.

...Now that I hear you say that, it is really possible. That is, after the King of Xiang got into trouble, he didn't dare to get involved... Regardless of whether it was me who did it, if the emperor knew about this, I'm afraid no one in the Qi family would be able to escape.

Okay... Then I will stay in the capital and wait for him to come!"

Qi Wu was filled with anger and clenched his hands tightly.

Wen Yu nodded and said, "We and the Tan family are in a fight to the death!"

Qi Wu looked a little sad again: "The emperor appointed His Royal Highness the Crown Prince because he is in poor health and poses no threat to him. Prince Xiang is capable, and even if the emperor favors him, he will not give up power at the right time and pull the Crown Prince in between. The emperor's mind is unpredictable. He trusts His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, but he is very cautious about the Crown Prince. If His Royal Highness the Crown Prince falls, the Crown Prince will probably be finished. But, but we have no choice... we can only watch."

Wen Yu was stunned for a moment, and then asked softly, "My husband, if there is a medicine that may not work after taking it, or may even be risky, do you think the Crown Prince will let His Royal Highness take it?"

"What did you say?" Qi Wu didn't understand.

"I mean, I don't know what kind of medicine it is, I don't know how effective it is, I don't know if it works, but..."

In her mind at this moment were Song Shang's red eyes, scars all over his body, and cracked lips. He said with difficulty: "Ayu, no matter what, we have to survive. With you and me, we can make a comeback. No matter how sick you are, I have the medicine to save you. So, you must grit your teeth and wait for me... If I'm gone, you go..."

He leaned over and whispered something in his ear.

"But maybe it is possible... to bring the dead back to life." Wen Yu murmured.

Her sad expression made Qi Wu tense up. He asked, "Do you have medicine?"

"I know this medicine exists, but I have never seen it, and I don't know if it's real or not. That's the prince. If the medicine is not right and it has a bad effect, then I don't know what to do."

Qi Wu asked: "Where is the medicine?"

"It's in my cousin's hands. I have to ask him for it." Wen Yu became impatient.

Qi Wu looked at Wen Yu and said, "If you use this medicine, it won't work. The consequences will be serious and we will have to share the consequences. We will die. Will you regret it?"

Wen Yu shook her head: "I am willing to do this for His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and the Crown Prince. As for any consequences...it will only happen between the two of us, and my cousin must not be implicated."

"Okay. Even if there is a glimmer of hope, I am willing to go through fire and water. Life or death, we will share the burden together as husband and wife."

The couple packed up and went out.

The Qi family members have already arrived at the dining room, preparing to have the New Year’s Eve dinner. Today’s dinner has to be eaten after midnight.

Xiao Ji ran to Madam Qi and told her about their going out...

Mrs. Qi was shocked. "They went out on this day? Where did they go?"

"He said he had something urgent to do. I'm afraid he can't go to the family dinner."

"But there's no one on the street! What happened?"

Xiaoji shook his head: "It should be an emergency."

"If someone goes out on New Year's Eve, it must be an emergency." Mrs. Qi was also getting restless.

…

The Song family was also having a New Year's Eve dinner. Those sitting there included Mrs. Song, Mr. and Mrs. Song Shang, Song Chihan, and Song Tao.

Yao Ruotong has taken charge of the household. She is smart and hardworking, and Mrs. Song is not a picky person. The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law get along very well.

Mrs. Song was praising today's soup, "The mushrooms are so fresh today."

Yao Ruotong said: "My parents have been in the south, where there are many kinds of mushrooms. Every time they come back, they always bring some back."

Song Chihan was a little more obedient today: "Grandma, after the New Year, I want to set up a small stove in the yard, and I also want to learn how to make soup, and then honor you and father."

Mrs. Song was so excited: "Han Baoer is really sensible, but wait another two years. You are too young, be careful not to get burned by the charcoal."

"First make a small one, and when my granddaughter grows up, then make a big one!"

"That's fine! Ruotong, after the New Year, help her clean up."

"Yes." Yao Ruotong agreed.

While they were eating, someone came in and said a few words to Song Shang.

Song Shang was very surprised and raised his eyebrows, "Mother, I have something to do outside, please enjoy your meal. I will be back to accompany you later..."

"Do you have anything else to do today?" Mrs. Song asked curiously.

Song Shang went out, and Song Tao and Song Chihan were both a little uneasy.

Mrs. Song didn't care and even arranged for Song Chihan to eat.

His brother was out and his sister-in-law was there, so Song Tao felt embarrassed to sit for long and found an excuse to go out.

Standing in the yard, he thought: Who would come to see him at this time? What could be the urgent matter? News from outside? This shouldn't be the case!

The main courtyard was quiet, but laughter could be faintly heard from the surrounding courtyards. The servants had prepared a banquet and were toasting each other.

He hesitated for a moment, then quietly went to the study.

Song Shang arrived at the front study and saw Wen Yu standing there alone, seemingly pacing back and forth.

"Ayu, what happened?"

Wen Yu stopped and looked at Song Shang, "Cousin..."

"What's wrong? Did you have a fight with Qi Wu?" Seeing that she didn't seem so anxious, Song Shang started to joke.

"No..." she whispered softly, not knowing where to start. "Cousin, I have something important to ask you. But I don't know how to say it."

"Why are you being polite to me? I saw you were quite happy when you took the silver." Song Shang laughed.

Wen Yu didn't smile, "Cousin..." She took two steps closer and leaned close to his ear, "The Crown Prince is seriously ill. I heard that it will only be for a short time, and he can't hold on any longer."

Song Shang was a little surprised. He had been very close to the Crown Prince recently. The Crown Prince was seriously ill, which was definitely not what he wanted to see. But... "What do you mean by telling me this..."

"Cousin, I want... the life-saving pills in your hand."

"What did you say? What pills?" Song Shang's eyes flashed, and he quickly narrowed them to cover up.

"I'll explain this to you later, okay? I want to offer medicine to the prince, can you give it to me?"

Song Shang looked at her and said nothing.

"Cousin, I will tell you how I know this later. But let's settle this first, okay?" Wen Yu's expression contained an indescribable feeling.

...Song Shang remembered that she seemed to have had the same expression in front of him before. Every time he saw it, he felt as if a needle was digging at his heart.

If it was something else, even if it cost him his entire fortune, he wouldn't be so surprised.

He was the only one in the world who knew about this, and he hadn't even told his mother.

This was told to him by his father's loyal servant after he came of age. That man is dead now, and even his descendants don't know about it.

I took that set of things out secretly and brought it with me when I went to Beijing this time.

How could Wen Yu know? Wen Yu knew his doubts, but couldn't explain now: "Cousin, I need it. If it works, I promise you that it will be the greatest achievement of your life. If it doesn't work...if there is trouble, I will bear it and I won't let you get involved."

Song Shang still stared at her.

"Time is running out, cousin... I beg you!" Wen Yu knelt down and begged.

Song Shang pulled her up.

At this moment, there seemed to be a rustling sound in the corner, but neither of them paid attention.

Song Shang whispered, "I do have the medicine. But that thing is just a thought, I don't take it that seriously. It's nothing to give it to you, but how did you know? I'm so curious, what will you tell me? Wen Yu?!"

"If you promise to give it to me, I will tell you!"

"But I don't know what it is used for. If you use it on the prince, and something happens, you will lose your life."

"I know! I admit it! Moreover, the final decision on the medicine offering is made by the Crown Prince."

"Even if he decided it, he will regret it if something goes wrong. Besides, there is the emperor. You can't bear the consequences."

"But now that I know there is this medicine, I can't just do nothing. If it doesn't work, it's fate! Cousin, if it works, the credit goes to you. If it doesn't, I will take the blame. Please believe me!" Wen Yu said firmly.

"You think... I'm willing to let you worry?" Song Shang closed his eyes. "Okay. The medicine is a set, one pill is for oral administration, and one packet is for soaking. The process also requires physical support, so there are auxiliary medicines. There is a needle map, and acupuncture is required. I'm afraid you can't bring it in, and the imperial physician won't let you use it."

"Then I'll talk to Qi Wu and ask him to bring that person to the other courtyard."

Song Shang was still feeling uneasy, but when he saw Wen Yu's shining eyes, he thought: I can never repay you for what I owe you!!

Finally, he just glared at her helplessly and said, "Come with me!"