Chapter 20 I poisoned myself
Liu Yiyi had always known that Qin Jinzhi was incredibly audacious.
I didn't expect her to have such a big bag!
Even she herself wasn't confident that she could completely cure the Empress's illness, and Qin Jinzhi just went ahead and made the bet!
After the Emperor and Empress dismissed Qin Jinzhi and left, Liu Yiyi said with a pale face, "Princess! I only have a 60-70% chance of curing Her Majesty. If I lose, you'll have to stay in the palace for the rest of your life!"
Qin Jinzhi raised an eyebrow. "If you can't cure the Empress Dowager's old ailment, you won't be able to stay in the Imperial Hospital."
Liu Yiyi shut her mouth and remained silent for a few seconds.
For thousands of years, the Imperial Medical Academy has never had a woman.
Before meeting Qin Jinzhi, she never imagined that one day she could enter the Imperial Hospital.
Qin Jinzhi said somewhat casually, "I can give you the chance to rise to the top in one step, but you must have the strength to be unshakable so that you won't fall. Healing the Empress Dowager's injuries is your stepping stone, and also a shield to protect you from the storm."
Liu Yiyi remained silent for a few more seconds, because Qin Jinzhi's words were something she would soon have to face.
In this world, where is there a place for women? They are ridiculed and driven away, even though their medical skills are far superior to those of the men. Just because they are women, they are not even given a chance to prove themselves.
And that old man, he acknowledged her medical skills but couldn't acknowledge her womanhood.
She wanted to stand in this highest hall and let the world see that she, Liu Yiyi, was a highly skilled physician. Since the Imperial Medical Academy had never had a woman for thousands of years, she would become the first female imperial physician!
Liu Yiyi suddenly leaned close to Qin Jinzhi and whispered, "If you are His Majesty and the Empress's granddaughter, His Highness the Crown Prince is in danger."
Qin Jinzhi raised an eyebrow. "If you can't cure the Empress Dowager, you'll be in danger too."
Liu Yiyi rolled her eyes. "Tomorrow I will officially begin treating Her Majesty the Empress's body, and show you the power of the future number one female physician in the world!"
After hearing this, Qin Jinzhi slowly lay down and pulled the blanket over her head. "Remember to blow out the candles when the goddess doctor leaves."
Liu Yiyi couldn't help but roll her eyes. "Your medicine isn't ready yet. I got you some Warm Sun Pills. Take one before bed and you'll feel better."
After getting up and closing the window, he blew out the candle and left.
Qin Jinzhi poured out a pill and swallowed it, and her somewhat bruised face improved considerably.
It's so cold.
Meanwhile, the Cui and Pei families stayed up all night.
"What! You're saying Pei Hong conspired with the Cui family to poison the princess!"
Pei Qing listened to the servant recount the news from the palace with disbelief.
His son is good-for-nothing, but he's not a brainless idiot either!
Pei Jinnian was helped to Pei Qing's study, and as soon as he reached the door, he heard Pei Qing's words.
How is that possible!
When he returned home, his servants had already told him what had happened in the palace.
He also learned that the Pei family had used the Fire Spirit Mushroom to redeem him.
My grandfather has recently been thinking about putting the marriage on the agenda.
I will absolutely not do anything that would cause losses to both of us.
My father wouldn't be so foolish as to poison someone in the palace.
Someone is trying to harm the Pei family!
To be precise, someone is targeting the Cui and Pei families!
“Grandfather, Father would never do such a thing, let alone get involved with the Cui family so openly.”
Pei Qing's face was gloomy. "You know, I know, the Cui family knows, and even His Majesty probably knows. So what? The princess is unconscious now, and so many people have witnessed it. Yet we don't even know who wants to harm the Pei family."
Pei Jinnian's expression was also not good. "His Majesty has placed my father and Prime Minister Cui under house arrest in the palace. I don't know who is in charge of investigating this matter."
The servant immediately replied, "It is Lord Yuan Zhengfeng, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review."
Pei Qing breathed a sigh of relief after hearing this. "The Yuan family has a close relationship with our Pei family. With him here, there should be no problem. Send someone to the Yuan family to find out what's going on."
Pei Jinnian, however, felt somewhat uneasy.
A powerful family that has stood strong for a century is not someone just anyone would dare to frame.
Your Majesty is wise; surely you can see it?
Moreover, even though a day had passed since the incident, the palace had kept the news completely under wraps.
Even they had to go through some trouble to get the information.
Everything about it seemed unusual.
Pei Qing could tell what Pei Jinnian was thinking just by looking at his expression.
He was also worried. "You're still injured. Go back and rest first. We'll discuss it again tomorrow when the Yuan family sends back news."
Pei Jinnian knew that his presence here would be of no use, so he said, "Grandson takes his leave."
He was helped back to his room by a servant.
The next day, while His Majesty was reviewing memorials in the Imperial Study, the door was suddenly kicked open.
Then, Qin Ye, the Prince of Zhenbei, stormed in with an imposing aura.
The eunuch at the door ran up and down, saying, "Prince Zhenbei! This servant hasn't announced your arrival yet; you can't come in."
Qin Ye walked angrily to the emperor's desk.
The emperor knew from his expression that he had already received news of Jinzhi's affair.
He waved his hand and sent everyone out.
"What are you doing! What kind of behavior is this! You think you can just barge into the Imperial Study like that!"
Qin Ye's eyes widened in anger. "You old bastard, how dare you say that? My precious grandson almost lost his life just one day after returning home! You're trying to kill me!"
The emperor glared at her and said, "Jinzhi grew up under my care, and I cherish her like my own eyes. Did I want this to happen?!"
Qin Ye, however, did not back down at all. "I don't care. The Cui and Pei families must give me an explanation today! Otherwise, I will come to their door."
The emperor tossed the memorial aside. "Don't worry, Vice Minister Pei and Prime Minister Cui have been detained in the palace. Once the Dali Temple has investigated and found out the truth, I will definitely give you an explanation."
Qin Ye said angrily, "I knew it! Nothing good ever comes from entering your palace. I'm taking my precious grandson home."
The emperor almost stood up, hands on his hips, and said, "Jinzhi just woke up, can't you let her rest properly?!"
Qin Ye turned his head away, "I'm not talking to you, I'm going to find the Empress."
After saying that, he turned and left. The emperor breathed a sigh of relief. Now, if anyone dared to take Jinzhi away, his old woman would eat them alive.
He didn't even dare to speak loudly in the Jiaofang Palace, so Qin Ye's visit was just asking for trouble.
Qin Jinzhi was leisurely basking in the sun in the courtyard, while Feiyan was peeling walnuts beside her.
"The Prince of Zhenbei requests an audience!"
Qin Jinzhi raised an eyebrow. "Why did Grandfather arrive so early?"
Feiyan quickly led the person in.
Since it was the Empress's palace, Qin Ye did not barge in directly.
As soon as Qin Ye entered, he saw Qin Jinzhi lying in the courtyard like an old man, but her complexion was quite rosy. He immediately stepped forward and said, "Aren't you poisoned?"
Qin Jinzhi immediately smiled and said, "I tricked people; I poisoned them myself."
Qin Ye snorted angrily, "You little brat, you almost scared the soul out of your grandfather."
Qin Jinzhi looked puzzled. "The palace has completely blocked the news. How did Grandfather know I was poisoned?"
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