The Dongting people traveling with them were furious. The Lu family's carriage was like a broken car, and it was getting slower and slower.
But they dared not say anything, since they needed his help, and could only follow behind with sour faces.
When they finally arrived at the post station, the officials of Dongting were almost frantic. They dared not speak ill of Lu Baichuan and his wife, and could only keep cursing the Dongting people who were accompanying them.
What a veiled attack!
If it were someone else, they might have tolerated it.
But He Jiuniang couldn't stand this humiliation. She gave the middle-aged man who was cursing her a cold look and said, "Are you complaining that I'm too slow? Then you should find someone else."
With that, he turned to leave.
The official who was cursing loudly immediately shut up when he saw He Jiuniang like this. He was anxious to pull He Jiuniang away, but Lu Baichuan stopped him with a look.
What's going on? Trying to take advantage of his wife right in front of him?
There are indeed no good people in Dongting.
The official was terrified by Lu Baichuan's murderous gaze. He was certain that if he leaned forward any further, he might lose his life.
Realizing what had happened, he quickly withdrew his hand, then said with a trembling voice and a forced smile, "It is our honor that you two could come. I was just too anxious. Please forgive me!"
"You think you can treat me like this just because you're impatient? You really think you're something special."
He Jiuniang snorted coldly and continued, "If it weren't for the peace between the two countries, why would I, your grandma, have to go through all this trouble!"
He then ignored the official completely and went inside, with someone else leading the way, leaving the official behind.
After they left, the official's face darkened, and he looked as if he wanted to tear the couple apart alive.
However, we are still on their territory, and they have come to negotiate and rescue the Third Prince. We must not have a conflict with them, so we must swallow this anger no matter what.
The Crown Prince of Dongting had already fallen into a coma, so there was no need to worry that he would recognize He Jiuniang. He Jiuniang made a show of taking his pulse briefly and then said, "His life is nearing its end."
Everyone around was stunned. Could it be that the Crown Prince was really going to die here?
"No, that's impossible. His Highness's condition had been improving along the way, and he was perfectly fine yesterday. How could his illness have suddenly worsened?"
The speaker was a trusted subordinate of the Crown Prince of Dongting, his face full of anxiety. At this moment, very few people were truly worried about the Crown Prince of Dongting, and this subordinate was one of them.
Seeing that this man was a rare and loyal servant, He Jiuniang patiently explained, "It's good that the situation has improved, but your prince is overworked. Look at his dark circles; it's obvious he hasn't had enough rest. Even the best body can't withstand a lack of rest, let alone a patient like him."
Hearing He Jiuniang's words, the subordinate looked at his master's face and saw two heavy dark circles under his eyes. His legs went weak and he was about to kneel on the ground.
Could it be that His Highness the Crown Prince really won't be able to make it back?
He Jiuniang asked Hou Da beside her to help him up, and then continued, "Your Eastern Court royal family is also inconsiderate. It's one thing not to let such a weak crown prince rest in the palace, but to send him on a long journey as an envoy. What are you Eastern Court planning?"
This touched upon state affairs, and none of the servants around him dared to speak up. They were just lowly servants; how could they possibly know about such important matters?
On the contrary, the officials who had been standing by immediately became displeased and pointed at He Jiuniang, launching into a tirade: "How can such important national affairs be discussed by a mere woman like you?"
No sooner had he finished speaking than a small pebble hit his mouth with great force, and his mouth swelled up instantly.
"you……"
The man covered his mouth as he looked at Lu Baichuan, filled with grief and indignation.
Bei Yan is simply going too far!
Once we return to the Eastern Court, we must urge the Emperor to send troops to Northern Yan, absolutely!
He Jiuniang warned, "When your aunt is speaking, you have no right to interrupt."
After saying that, he said to his subordinate, "Don't worry, although your Crown Prince doesn't cherish his health, he is still on our Beiyan territory. We can't let him die like this. We are also afraid that you will hold us responsible. So, I can save his life. Just take good care of him according to my requirements. Make sure he doesn't have to work hard."
He Jiuniang's words were undoubtedly a slap followed by a sweet treat, and the people of Dongting were quite excited. As long as they could save their lives, they were willing to do anything.
"Then thank you very much, Madam Lu."
The subordinates thanked them repeatedly; if it weren't for the relationship between the two countries, they probably would have knelt down to pay their respects.
The other officials, though still angry at He Jiu Niang's arrogance and unreasonableness, were also glad that the Crown Prince was still alive.
If a crown prince dies far from home, it will become a real laughing stock. The Eastern Court must not become a laughing stock, nor can it afford to lose face like that.
Therefore, even if it means death, we must hold on until we return to Dongting.
He Jiuniang wrote out a prescription and also wrote down some precautions. Then she stretched out her little hand and said, "The consultation fee is ten thousand taels of silver. Just give me a silver note, that's convenient."
"Ten thousand taels?"
One official exclaimed, "Why don't we just rob them!"
Lu Baichuan glanced at him and asked, "What, is your crown prince's life not worth this much money?"
"But ten thousand taels is too much..."
"It's alright. If you can't bear to part with it, we'll leave now. Consider this trip as a charity."
As He Jiuniang spoke, she prepared to put away the prescription she had just written, implying that no one could get her prescription copied for free without paying.
"Wait! We'll give it to you!"
An official hurriedly stopped them, saying that this concerned the Crown Prince's life. If the Crown Prince were to die because they were unwilling to spend money, then they would also be doomed.
Upon hearing this, He Jiuniang winked at Lu Baichuan. Ten thousand taels of silver in hand, yay!
Lu Baichuan's eyes were full of doting affection, and his mind was filled with his own fantasies.
How come his wife is so amazing? How come he's so lucky? He must treat his wife even better!
After the Dongting people handed over the silver notes, He Jiuniang said again, "I have to make this clear to you. This prescription only applies to the current situation. If the situation changes later, there will be additional charges. You should all exchange it for silver notes as soon as possible. Don't make excuses later that you don't have any. Your Crown Prince's life can't wait for anyone!"
With that, he placed the prescription in his subordinate's hand, took Lu Baichuan's hand, and left happily.
They came with nothing but empty pockets, and left ecstatic.
The people of Dongting gritted their teeth, mentally wishing that bandit-like couple could be tortured to death countless times!
"I'll take you home first, then I'll return to the military camp. Be careful during this time to avoid retaliation from the Dongting people."
Lu Baichuan coaxed her gently, afraid that she might be too carefree and cause trouble without realizing it.
"Okay, okay, but I'm not going back yet. You go ahead and do your thing, I'm going to check on the shop."
He Jiuniang climbed into the car herself and waved to Lu Baichuan outside.
Lu Baichuan had no choice but to say to Hou Da, "Be good to your wife."
"Don't worry, General."
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