"Of course this old servant knows her. Xiao Rou used to be in the Crab Pavilion. Three years ago, Qingfeng Hall released three palace maids and was short of people. I saw that she was pretty and nimble, so I recommended her … …"
"When the body was brought up, you didn't come out to see?" Xu Qi'an suddenly asked.
"How would I dare? This old servant is old and can't see dead people."
"Oh, continue talking about this Huang Xiao Rou."
Perhaps it was because of her old age, Rong Mama's mood changed greatly. She suddenly became angry: "That damned girl is cold. If it wasn't for this old servant's recommendation, would she have become the chief palace maid by Consort Fu's side? After so many years, she never came back to see this old servant.
"Those unmarried men still know how to be filial to their godfather. Ha, this woman is the most heart-chilling when she's fickle."
"Mama, don't say that. You're old and can't avoid the tricky angle of a boxing master's attack." Xu Qi'an teased.
"When this official examined the corpse, he found that Huang Xiao Rou's left chest was fatally injured. Do you know what happened?"
Rong Mama thought for a long time and made a reminiscing expression: "Injury … … there is such a thing. It seems that one year before Xiao Rou was transferred to Qingfeng Hall, she got up in the night and stabbed herself in the chest with a pair of scissors.
"Fortunately, the palace maid in the room with her discovered it early and called for the imperial physician, saving her life."
Xu Qi'an and Huaiqing frowned at the same time.
There was a loophole in the old mama's words. The scar went straight to the heart and was a fatal injury. The price of treatment was not something a palace maid could afford.
"As the saying goes, one who survives a great disaster is bound to have good fortune. Xiao Rou was lucky to survive and went to Qingfeng Hall the next year. She no longer needed to do odd jobs. She was very pretty and had the chance to be visited by His Majesty."
Xu Qi'an recalled Huang Xiao Rou's swollen face after her death and the corner of his mouth twitched.
No matter who saved Huang Xiao Rou, there was one thing that was certain. In the situation of bleeding, there was not much time left for her. How did the person behind save a palace maid in the middle of the night?
Unless he had been paying attention to her.
If Rong Mama was not lying, then the problem was … …
"What's the name of that palace maid?" "Your Highness," Rong Mama thought for a long time and said in an uncertain tone: "It seems to be … He 'er?"
"Your Highness." Nanny Rong thought for a long time and said in an uncertain tone, "I think she's called … He 'er?"
Obviously, Xu Qian saw Huai Qing's pupils suddenly contract.
She knew the palace maid called He 'er … … Xu Qi'an.
"I'm done. Do you have anything else to add?" Xu Qi 'an looked at Huai Qing and Lin An.
Lin An shook his head cooperatively, while Huai Qing looked preoccupied and did not respond.
Just as Xu Qi 'an was about to retreat and continue investigating the imperial pharmacy, Granny Rong suddenly said, "Milord, this old servant has something to say to you."
With that, Granny Rong stood up and walked to the other side.
Xu Qi'an followed them. Nanny Rong looked at the backs of Huaiqing and the others as they walked away. Then she looked at Xu Qi'an and said earnestly,
"My Lord, there are simply too many things that cannot be hidden in the depths of the palace. As long as you put your foot in it, it will continue to sink. "
"Nanny Rong, I told you that you're not simple. You're like a firefly in the night. Your white hair, age spots on your face, and your big belly have deeply amazed me." Xu Qi'an exclaimed.
If you have any other secrets, just tell me.
"Milord's words are really pleasant to hear. Isn't it because you're handsome that I'm saying these words to you?" The old nanny slowly returned to the reclining chair and no longer spoke.
Xu Qi'an did not leave. He asked in surprise, "That's it?"
The old maid shook her head, "This old servant doesn't know much. Things that happen in the inner palace, I don't know what I shouldn't know."
… Hey, this old woman, wasting my feelings! I thought she knew something.
According to Xu Qi'an's thoughts, since the old maid asked him to speak alone, there must be an "unspeakable secret" waiting for him.
In the end, it was just a warning!
After leaving the courtyard of the Crab Pavilion, the bright red dress was still waiting outside, but Huaiqing's figure was nowhere to be seen.
"Where's Princess Royal?"
When Granny heard this, she immediately became unhappy. She raised her eyebrows and said, "All you talk about is Huaiqing, Huaiqing. Have you forgotten who you belong to? I'm waiting here. Pretend you didn't see me. "
Under the sunlight, her round oval face had a soft color, and her cheeks were white with a hint of red. She looked like a piece of transparent jade without any flaws.
Because her eyebrows were raised, her charming peach blossom eyes rippled with indignation.
Even if she was angry, she was mostly cute.
"Princess Royal finally left. No one will disturb our time alone." Xu Qi'an said happily.
When Granny heard this, her face turned slightly red. She looked at the guard not far away with a guilty conscience and whispered, "Dog servant, you are not allowed to talk to BenGong like that."
She was an unmarried Princess and could not withstand the attack of sugar-coated bullets. When she heard the rustic words of love, she would be shy and embarrassed.
"Your Highness is too modest. Your Highness is like a ray of light in the darkness, so bright that even the sun is unable to cover your brilliance …" Xu Qi'an changed the sentence into a coat and brought it in front of Princess Lin An to say.
Granny was happy and embarrassed, but also a little helpless. She did not know when it started, but she gradually could not control this little gong.
When she just took it from Huaiqing's hands, he was still very obedient and vowed to make a clean break with Huaiqing, and wholeheartedly work like a cow or a horse for her.
After a long time, she found that she could not control this man at all. He was humble and respectful on the surface, but when they were alone, she was always at a disadvantage.
Unfortunately, she had never cared about this kind of interaction. One had to know that even in front of Huaiqing, she was a strange female who strived for the top.
Thinking of this, Granny raised her beautiful chin and questioned, "Why didn't you say it when Huaiqing was here?"
How can such words be said in front of all of you … If it was Huaiqing, I would have to change the way I put it: Your Highness is like a white and flawless snow lotus in the wind and snow. Your devastatingly beautiful face, slender and straight jade legs, exaggerated 36D pectoral muscles … Deeply amazed me.
Xu Qi'an diverted the topic, "Where did Princess Royal go?"
"How would BenGong know?"
Granny seemed to want to roll her eyes, but considering the etiquette, she forcefully held it in and said, "Let's hurry to the Imperial Pharmacy. Investigating a case is like fighting a fire and cannot be delayed."
Xu Qi'an looked at her and guessed, "You are worried that Huaiqing will destroy the evidence?"
Granny pretended not to hear him and walked in front with light steps. As her skirt swayed, her small peach-like buttocks were faintly discernible.
"When God sprinkled wisdom all over the world, this princess is like Lingyin, wittily holding an umbrella … It is indeed easier to deal with her than with Huaiqing … But she is too much of a bitch and can't be guarded against," Xu Qi'an muttered in his heart and accompanied the princess to the Imperial Pharmacy.
…
Lingbao Temple.
In a quiet room filled with the fragrance of sandalwood, two women of extraordinary status sat opposite each other and drank tea. The sun shone through the lattice windows and cast neat square spots of light on the ground.
Dust floated in the light.
Luo Yuheng sat on the futon with the character "Tao" behind her. She held a horsetail whisk in one hand and a teacup in the other. She took a sip and squinted her beautiful eyes in enjoyment, highlighting her thick and curly eyelashes.
"The tea of the Gardenia South is different from ordinary tea. If I could drink a pot every day, I wouldn't want to be an immortal. "Luo Yuheng sighed.
Sitting across from Dao Leader Luo was a woman wearing a complicated indigo dress, a gorgeous headdress, and a veil covering her face.
Her face was hidden under the light veil, and only the outline of her cheeks could be vaguely seen. Only a pair of clear eyes and two slender and delicate eyebrows could be seen.
"This tea only produces three catties in three years. Most of it has been given to the palace. I don't have much in my hands. "The veiled woman's voice was soft and charming, full of the magnetism of a mature woman.
She lifted the light veil and took a sip, then asked, "Has there been anything interesting in the capital recently?"
Luo Yuheng said helplessly, "You are not interested in the struggle of the court, but isn't this the most soul-stirring and memorable? As for the cases, from the tax case to the Sampo Case, you have listened to them several times … This is the capital, how can there be so many cases for you to listen to? "
"The Concubine Fu case is not over yet." The veiled woman's eyebrows curved, as if she was smiling.
"The copper gong is still in charge of the case, I don't know the specifics." Luo Yuheng drank the tea in her cup and poured herself another.
"It is the Emperor's family matter after all. If you are interested, you can ask Princess Huaiqing."
"Forget it, I don't want to pay attention to the people of the imperial family." The woman shook her head, then continued, "I have seen that copper gong twice, and it is a bit annoying."
"You have seen him?" Luo Yuheng was surprised.
The Masked Woman hummed in acknowledgment. She dipped her finger into the tea and drew a pig's head on the tea table. She arched her eyebrows and snorted.
Her eyebrows arched, and she snorted, "He picked up my sachet and refused to return it."
Luo Yuheng nodded and continued the topic, "This person is not ordinary. He is deeply appreciated by Wei Yuan and is being trained with all his strength. In time, Daibun will have another high-ranked Martial Artist with a bright future. "
Under the veil, she curled her lips and said indifferently, "No matter how high he is, how high can he be? With the King of Zhenbei around, the Warrior of Daibun will not be able to raise his head. He is just a copper gong. "
Luo Yuheng smiled. The copper gong was quite talented. He was appreciated by Wei Yuan and was chosen by the Earth Sect to be the holder of the Book of the Earth. However, there were countless heroes in the world, and he was only one of the more outstanding ones.
"I admire his ability to solve cases. There are so many big cases with ups and downs, and the process is interesting." The veiled woman said.
Luo Yuheng was about to speak, but her cheeks suddenly blushed. She frowned and put down the teacup. "Nan Zhi, you go back first …"
The veiled woman glanced at her and nodded slightly. She got up and walked to the door. Suddenly, she turned around and said helplessly, "If you really can't do it, just give in to the Yuanjing Emperor. Or find a man. Every month, you are burning with desire. I'm afraid you will become a slut."
Luo Yuheng ignored her, and her frown deepened.
The veiled woman opened the door of the quiet room and walked out from under the eaves. She followed the bluestone paved path and left the backyard.
"Phew …"
Luo Yuheng exhaled a hot breath. She supported herself with the tea table and stood up. When her breasts brushed against her plump breasts, she let out a seductive moan. Her legs turned to jelly, and she almost fell to the ground.
She stumbled out of the quiet room. Her beautiful face was flushed, and her eyes were watery. She was as charming as silk.
"Splash …"
Luo Yuheng jumped into the small pond in the backyard.
The cold pond water swallowed the mature and plump body of the glamorous Taoist nun. After a while, the surface of the pond made a cracking sound, and a thick layer of ice formed.
The cold current spread to the surrounding rockery and pavilions, covering their surface with a thin layer of clear ice crystals.
After another quarter of an hour, the pond water gradually melted, and wisps of steam came out. Then, a bubble came out of the water and burst.
"Gurgle gurgle …"
More and more bubbles came out, and the steam became thicker and thicker. The whole pond water was boiling.
This process lasted for half an hour. The water level dropped by more than ten centimeters, and the boiling pond water finally calmed down. However, the hot and humid air lingered over the backyard and didn't dissipate for a long time.
Luo Yuheng came out of the water. Her hairpin fell off, and her beautiful black hair stuck to her white cheeks. Her eyes were full of charm, and her cheeks were red as if she was drunk. It seemed that she had just experienced a storm. She was so beautiful.
"Meow ~ ~"
The soft meow of a cat could be heard. An orange cat jumped in from the outside wall, nimbly jumped onto the rockery behind Luo Yuheng, and obediently sat there.
"The evil flames will destroy your Dao foundation, Luo Yuheng, you can only hold on for another three years at most" the orange cat spoke in human language with a gentle and aged voice.
"Senior brother, why are you here?" Luo Yuheng was still soaking in the water, her eyes half-closed.
"To show you the way" The orange cat said: "The Celestial Commissioner's Pill of Reincarnation can alleviate your symptoms. Right now it's lust, but there's also Greed, Anger, Obsession, and Hate … there's going to be a lot of pain for you.
"Hah, among the three Taoist sects, only Tenzō isn't burdened by the mortal world. Perhaps Tenzō's way of thinking is correct "
Luo Yuheng opened her eyes and coldly laughed: "Tenzō is emotionless, assimilating with heaven and earth, without sorrow or joy, without love or hate. Even if she ascends to become a Heavenly Being, she will still lose herself. This is the path of evil "
Pausing, she scowled: "How could I not know that the Pill of Reincarnation can alleviate my symptoms? But the Supervisor has never liked me Renzong, so she definitely wouldn't give me the pill"
The orange cat slowly explained: "Xu Qi 'an had already taken the Pill of Reincarnation, so its effects still haven't faded. Take a bowl of his blood essence as the catalyst. Although the resulting pill wouldn't be as effective as the Pill of Reincarnation, it would still be able to solve the urgent situation.
"He would at least give I some face"
Luo Yuheng remained silent for a moment before replying, "You'd better take care of yourself. That strand of demonic nature that you've split off has taken up most of your strength. With your current remnant soul, I'm afraid it's wishful thinking for you to exterminate a demon."
The orange cat chuckled: "At that time, I'll still need junior sister's help. Of course, by the time I have the confidence to eliminate the demon, the holders of the Earth Tome's fragments would most likely have already matured, junior sister only needs to stand guard on the side "
Luo Yuheng scowled: "Senior brother should know, unless I step into rank 1, with my current state, if I'm affected by Karma, I'll most likely die"
"That's why, I'll be helping junior sister step into rank 1"
Luo Yuheng abruptly turned around, staring straight at the orange cat with a burning gaze without saying anything.
"Junior sister, why don't you dual cultivate with the Yuanjing Emperor?" the orange cat raised his paw, seemingly wanting to lick it, but his rationality won over his instincts.
"His luck isn't enough" Luo Yuheng replied.
This was the first time she had explained the reason why she didn't dual cultivate with the Yuanjing Emperor.
The orange cat slowly nodded. "That's why you're only borrowing his luck to suppress your Karmic Fire, but not taking it a step further. And then? Junior sister, you must have a follow-up plan, right? "
Luo Yuheng nodded: "Wait for the new Emperor to ascend the throne"
The new Emperor … the orange cat understood, then scowled: "With Daibun's weakening national power, it'll only get worse with each generation, and the Yuanjing Emperor's heirs don't have anyone who can revive it, you know this better than I do"
Luo Yuheng smiled. "Revival doesn't necessarily need to rely on the Emperor, with the empire's tailor Wei Yuan there, as long as the Yuanjing Emperor passes away, he'll be able to endure the cleansing and take control of the new Emperor, the Empire's sickness will be swept away and it'll continue to prosper"
"So you're planning to wait until the country recovers before dual cultivating with the new Emperor …" the orange cat first nodded, then shook his head: "There's no rush, the reason why Daibun's national power is weakening isn't simple, there are too many factors behind it, it's a bit scary to think about"
Luo Yuheng scowled: "When it comes to planning, senior brother doesn't lose to Wei Yuan"
"I was only guessing, the situation isn't clear yet" the orange cat said, then added: "Right, Li Miaozhen is about to come to the capital"
"Just call number four back, as a disciple of Renzong, it's his duty to deal with Tenzō Shōnin"
"That's … they're both members of the Heaven & Earth Society, it wouldn't be good to have them kill each other"
Luo Yuheng flipped the back of her head at him.
Very well … I'll just push Xu Qi'an out to smooth things over … the orange cat silently thought.
…
The royal medicine room.
The old eunuch in charge took out a booklet from the bookshelf and gave it to Xu Qi'an who came to investigate the case, then spoke with a sharp voice:
"The royal medicine room's income and expenditure records are cleared every five years, if sir came a few years later, you wouldn't be able to find anything"
In the side hall, a woman was holding a cup of tea, her bright eyes staring at the booklet.
Thinking that she wanted to read it, Xu Qi'an asked: "The princess is here to look for you?"
"This queen doesn't want to read these things, I get a headache just looking at them" she replied with a clear voice.
Xu Qi'an really couldn't understand, how did that dumb girl Chu Caiwei become best friends with Huaiqing? Logically speaking, shouldn't birds of a feather flock together?
Chu Caiwei was clearly with Lin An, which was why the orange was doing so well.
"Her Highness is intelligent, but her talents lie elsewhere" Xu Qi'an flipped through the booklet and said, "I have a younger sister who's also as intelligent as the princess, but her talents aren't focused on studying"
"Where did you put it?"
"In the recipe book I memorized"
"…"
This booklet recorded all the income and expenditure records of Yuan Jing's 32nd year of the royal medicine room.
According to Huang Xiaorou's injury, there were only a few pills that could save her, so it was easy to find. As long as he asked the royal medicine room which could bring the dead back to life, it was easy to find it by following the name.
However, after searching for a while, Xu Qi 'an still could not find any clues.
"In Yuan Jing's 32nd year, the Celestial Commissioner and Lingbao Temple sent a total of 364 kinds of pills, a total of 780 and 90 bottles. Among them, there were only three kinds of Grade A pills, which were awarded by His Majesty to foreign officials in Yuan Jing's 32nd year, 33rd year, and 36th year. "
Xu Qi'an closed the booklet, looked at Lin An, and said: "I didn't find the pill that could save Huang Xiaorou."
Hearing this, the clever Lin An thought for a long time, "The pills didn't come from the royal medicine room?"
Xu Qi'an shook his head: "In Daibun, only Lingbao Temple and the Celestial Commissioner can refine pills, so the pills must have come from these two places.
"Huang Xiaorou is a palace maid, if there's no one to save her, she will definitely die. But in the harem, who can reach out to the Celestial Commissioner and Lingbao Temple to ask for pills without going through the royal medicine room? "
There was only one answer: Yuanjing Emperor!
It can't be him, the royal medicine room belongs to the Yuanjing Emperor, the whole palace is his, the royal medicine room is the organization where he withdraws pills, he has no reason to bypass the royal study room. For example, my salary card is used to save wages, I don't need to open another bank card to secretly hide pocket money … Xu Qi'an thought of a possibility.
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