Chapter 341: No Feeling (Third Update)

Jian Fengchi pondered for a moment.

"The poisons in the Princess Consort's body seem to be a mixture of several different kinds, administered at different times."

Mu Hongyu cried out in alarm, "How can that be!?"

All this time, she had believed the poison in her mother's body was caused by an accident many years ago. She never imagined—

"Mother, is what he says true!?"

Mu Hongyu hurriedly looked toward the Princess Consort of Pingjiang.

A trace of bitterness flashed through the Princess Consort's eyes as she gave a faint, desolate smile.

"It is true..."

Jian Fengchi added, "If I am not mistaken, the Princess Consort's condition only suddenly deteriorated within the last two months, correct?"

The Princess Consort of Pingjiang nodded.

"Then that is it."

Jian Fengchi stood up.

"The first few types of poison in the Princess Consort's body were buried within her for many years and had long since seeped into her internal organs. However, because none of them were highly lethal, they had not caused any serious consequences until now. Recently, however, someone administered another poison that triggered all the toxins in her body simultaneously, causing her condition to collapse like a falling mountain, leading to her current state."

Mu Hongyu felt as if she had been struck by lightning, staring blankly at Jian Fengchi.

"Th-then, what do we do now? Can you clear all these poisons?"

Jian Fengchi's sword-like eyebrows furrowed slightly, appearing somewhat troubled.

"This is a difficult task. After all, these poisons were administered at different times and are of different types. To clear them all, I must not only identify exactly what they are but also avoid triggering new problems during the detoxification process. One careless mistake could render all previous efforts futile, or even..."

Jian Fengchi paused.

Even without him saying the rest aloud, everyone understood his meaning.

Mu Hongyu was somewhat dazed.

Could even the Heavenly Physician of the Tianling Empire be unable to help?

Ji Chang let out a long sigh, his face filled with grief.

"Young Master Jian, I beg you, please find a way! The Prince and Princess Consort share a deep bond and have supported each other for many years. If the Princess Consort..."

"That goes without saying."

Jian Fengchi suddenly interrupted Ji Chang, a wicked smirk curling at the corner of his mouth.

Ji Chang froze, the profound sorrow on his face instantly turning rigid.

"You... you mean—"

"These poisons are indeed difficult to deal with, but I never said I couldn't solve it." Jian Fengchi's smile deepened.

Only then did everyone understand Jian Fengchi's meaning.

Chu Liuyue cursed him inwardly.

As expected, he was still acting like this!

It was as if he couldn't show off his prowess unless he spoke this way!

However, Jian Fengchi clearly sensed that something was off with Ji Chang.

"Please rest assured, everyone. I will certainly clear the Princess Consort's poisons completely and ensure her full recovery."

Chu Liuyue's gaze swept quickly over Ji Chang's face before she lowered her eyes.

She had seen it clearly just now; when Jian Fengchi said he could cure the Princess Consort of Pingjiang, a flash of shock and panic had clearly crossed his eyes.

Shock was easy to understand, but... what was with the panic?

The fact that he had escorted the Princess Consort all the way to the Imperial Capital meant that the Prince of Pingjiang trusted him deeply.

Furthermore, judging by how Mu Hongyu addressed him and Wu Shan, their relationship was also very close.

There was no reason for him to feel afraid after learning that the Princess Consort's condition could be cured.

Chu Liuyue recalled how Ji Chang had repeatedly refused when she tried to take the Princess Consort's pulse just now; it seemed he was also afraid of something.

Perhaps it was the guilt of a thief...

"Young Master Jian, are you serious?! Can you truly cure my mother?!"

Mu Hongyu, however, did not notice any abnormality. Her mind was entirely occupied by Jian Fengchi's words.

Looking at the young girl rushing toward him, Jian Fengchi saw her bright, brilliant almond eyes. His heart stirred slightly, and his smile deepened.

"Naturally. I, Jian Fengchi, always keep my word."

If he couldn't even solve a problem like this, then all these years of his reputation would have been for nothing.

Overjoyed, Mu Hongyu threw herself toward the bedside and grasped the Princess Consort's hand.

"Mother, did you hear? You are going to get better!"

The Princess Consort of Pingjiang no longer had any strength left; she could only smile with a pale face as she looked at Mu Hongyu.

Chu Liuyue said, "Hongyao, it seems the Princess Consort needs rest. Let's go outside to talk."

Mu Hongyu nodded repeatedly.

"Alright! Mother, please rest well here. I will come to see you again later!"

The Princess Consort of Pingjiang managed a strained nod.

"...I must... thank you, Young Master Jian, Vice General Mu, and Liuyue..."

After finally managing to finish a sentence, she finally closed her eyes to rest.

Chu Liuyue and the others began to walk out.

As soon as Mu Hongyu stood up, she saw a handkerchief resting on the Princess Consort's wrist.

She picked up the handkerchief and shouted toward Jian Fengchi, who had already reached the door

"Young Master Jian, your handkerchief!"

Jian Fengchi paused and looked back.

Chu Liuyue's lips twitched; she almost told Mu Hongyu to just throw the handkerchief away.

Jian Fengchi had a peculiar habit.

He was a Heavenly Physician and frequently had to take pulses, but every time he examined a patient, he would lay down a handkerchief just like this, refusing to touch them with his bare hands.

The material of that handkerchief was extremely precious, yet he would discard it after a single use.

Ever since Chu Liuyue had known him, he had been this way, though she didn't know why.

Besides that, he had many other minor eccentricities that he was very insistent upon.

Even back when she was the noble Heavenly Mandate Imperial Princess, she had found this man to be incredibly fastidious.

Unexpectedly, Jian Fengchi stared at Mu Hongyu for a moment, but instead of letting her throw the handkerchief away, he actually laughed.

"Oh—I almost forgot."

As he spoke, he walked toward Mu Hongyu.

Chu Liuyue looked at him as if she had seen a ghost.

What kind of whim was he having now!?

Jian Fengchi seemed to sense something and glanced in her direction.

Chu Liuyue immediately lowered her eyes and continued walking out the door.

Jian Fengchi narrowed his eyes.

For some reason, he always felt that this Chu Liuyue seemed to hold him in great contempt.

Even though her face always wore a proper, polite smile, he still had that feeling.

And this feeling... had a strange sense of familiarity.

Suppressing his thoughts, he reached out and took the handkerchief from Mu Hongyu's hand.

Their hands touched for a brief moment.

He seemed completely unbothered. He bowed slightly with a smile, his features carrying a hint of romantic charm

"Thank you, Miss Mu."

Mu Hongyu gave a bright smile.

"You're too kind, Young Master Jian! If you ever need my help in the future, just say the word!"

Jian Fengchi looked at her and raised an eyebrow slightly.

*Hmm... this Mu Hongyu... seems a bit too simple-minded...*

If an ordinary woman were touched like that, even if she didn't fall in love, she would at least blush. Yet, Mu Hongyu seemed to have no reaction at all.

Only then did he faintly realize that the bright light in her almond eyes was indeed solely because her mother could be cured, and not because of him in the slightest.

This made his mood somewhat complicated.

Why were these two women, one stranger than the other?

Walking out the door, Chu Liuyue waved to Mu Hongyu

"Hongyu!"