Chapter 62: The Banquet (4)
Editor: Misty Cloud Translations
At that moment when Mo Qian Yuan had tumbled over, she could pick out a faint floral scent, one that she was very familiar with. In the previous world, there was a type of flower and the extract of that flower could be made into a type of drug. If a person was taking that drug, their clothes would have this faint floral scent on them.
After taking this drug, it would make people all floaty and happy, throwing all their problems away. If taken long-term, it could change a person's mental capacity. If a person ate it for an extended period, he would turn into a waste very quickly as the drug not only damage a person's nerves, it also corroded their organs. Moreover, it was highly addictive and if not taken on time, it was as though there were hundreds of ants on them and this extreme discomfort could even cause personality disorders.
Jun Wu Xie did not think that such a vile drug had existed in this world as well and what made her even more surprised was that this scent came from the Crown Prince!
Looking at his disorderly state, it seems that it was not simply excessive drinking of wine but more related to that flower scent emitted.
"The period of him taking the drug seems to be for quite some time." She touched her chin as she assessed it based on her experience. It seems that he had been taking this drug for a few years, he can't drag this on for much longer. If he continues, it is estimated he had only two more years left.
It made no difference to her if he lived or died.
However, the Emperor can justify his death and use it as a means to raise the Second Prince, Mo Xuan Fei.
This was something she did not want.
"This man cannot die." She decided immediately as she narrowed her eyes in determination. It may also be a great opportunity to help a desolate prince and perhaps he may prove useful to change the current State of Qi.
Well, whatever makes her enemy unhappy, she'll be more than happy to lend a helping hand.
"Grandfather, father saved the prince's life before?" She asked softly.
"That was a long time ago, your father had just taken over the command of Rui Lin Army. That year, the Crown Prince was born and the Queen was on the way to bring him to visit her family. They met with bandits on the way, luckily your father happened to be in the vicinity and he saved them." Jun Xian casually replied.
"Mo Qian Yuan's performance had been pretty good, however, over the past few years he seemed to have undergone a personality change. If he really becomes the King of Qi, perhaps our Lin Palace might not have such a hard time." Jun Xian sighed, the only promising Crown Prince was now also at stake.
Jun Xian and his sons had saved too many people before, hence he didn't say much more.
Jun Wu Xie narrowed her eyes as she looked at the Crown Prince.
From the memory of the previous Wu Xie, she could only find a little bit of rumours on him. Mo Qian Yuan was born six months earlier than Mo Xuan Fei, as the Emperor's eldest son, once he was born, he was given the title of Crown Prince. When he was young, the common folk had all said that he was talented, modest, mindful and polite, many sang praises of him. At that time, the Emperor too had doted on him and everyone praised him.
All these of course was when the Queen was still around and her family was a large faction that had lots of power. She was still in charge of the harem then.
With the passing of the Queen, the whole country was mourning and Mo Qian Yuan fell terribly ill for three whole months and after his recovery, his temperament had undergone major changes.
Chapter 63: The Banquet (5)
Editor: Misty Cloud Translations
"Jun Qing also came today? Are you feeling better?" The Emperor smiled gently at Jun Qing.
Jun Qing sat weakly on the wheelchair and as he tried to speak, his breathing became chaotic and he started gasping for his breath.
The Emperor's face changed immediately and quickly said: "Quick! Imperial Doctors quickly go have a look!"
Upon the Emperor's order, the two Imperial Doctors on standby quickly rushed over to Jun Qing's side and attended to him.
During the whole process, Jun Qing's face was pale and his breathing was very faint.
Jun Wu Xie sat there quietly sipping her tea looking at the two doctors taking the pulse of her uncle.
This uncle of hers was not bad, he added quite a clever touch. The purpose of the Emperor's invitation to Jun Qing was clear as day. When the Emperor started probing, Jun Qing immediately gave him this opportunity.
Jun Qing's situation was no different from the previous time they had taken his pulse. His pulse was very weak and his breath was faint… his life seemed to be so fragile and could be extinguished any moment.
After both the Imperial Doctors thoroughly checked, they whispered amongst themselves and turned towards the Emperor with a serious tone, said: "Please pardon us, but we are unable to resolve this for his highness. We can only advise his highness to rest as much as he can and do not cause any unnecessary strain on the heart." They were very subtle in their diagnosis.
The two Imperial Doctors were helpless and with their diagnosis, Jun Qing was already deemed dead.
The mood was heavy as all the ministers showed a face of regret and remorse, a total different emotion from what they were feeling inside.
"Go prepare some Ginseng." The Emperor ordered as he gave out a long sigh, giving the impression of a helpless enlightened ruler, he turned to Jun Xian and said: "If there is anything you need, just feel free to speak out. Since today Bai Yun Xian is also present, how about we let her have a look as well?"
Jun Xian got up respectfully: "This humble one is touched and very thankful for Your Majesty's grace!"
The Emperor nodded and Bai Yun Xian who was seated beside Mo Xuan Fei got up from her seat and walked over to take Jun Qing's pulse.
Jun Wu Xie rested her chin on her hand and looked at the approaching Bai Yun Xian, her eyes flashed an icy cold glint.
"Meow."
[This old fool is really disgusting, if he had truly wanted to save your uncle, he should have asked Bai Yun Xian to have a look earlier. What use is there to ask her come now?] The little black cat sneered as it puffed it's chest up unhappily. It naturally sided Jun Wu Xie's family and was lamenting on the unfair treatment they received.
"She's not here to see if she's able to save him but to check whether is he really dying." Jun Wu Xie calmly assessed. The Emperor thought that he was so smart but to her he was hopelessly stupid.
Want to use Bai Yun Xian to check on Jun Qing? He really regarded that woman too highly.
Qing Yun Clan's disciple? So what? In her eyes they were nothing but a joke.
Bai Yun Xian carried an air of aloofness as she covered his wrist with a thin cloth and tapped his wrist gently and took his pulse.
Jun Xian was nervous as he looked at Bai Yun Xian.
She was after all not an ordinary doctor but from the famed Qing Yun Clan. He was not sure of how good her abilities were as he had not witnessed them for himself but he knew they had to take this gamble.
His heart was filled with anxiety but when he looked over at Jun Wu Xie, he was surprised that his own granddaughter was preoccupied with the teacup in her hands and too lazy to even look at Bai Yun Xian.
With Jun Wu Xie's calmness, Jun Xian had a little peace of mind.
Shortly after, Bai Yun Xian straightened herself with a cold and aloof expression: "The Imperial Doctors' diagnosis was not wrong, my Master had tried his best to neutralise his poison but if my Master can't even clear his poison, I'm afraid no one can. It is already a miracle that my Master managed to suppress the poison for so many years." After singing praises of her master, she proudly glanced around the hall.
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