Buy White Ape?
Lin Jin immediately understood what was going on.
This humanoid demonic beast had probably noticed the white ape a while ago. After all, they were both demonic beasts, so their ability to sense each other was much stronger. It was because he could tell that White Ape was a monster that he secretly approached him for a chat.
But to his surprise, White Ape didn't know how to speak.
Perhaps this person wanted to buy White Ape to save his own kind.
Next, Lin Jin silently flicked out his coiled wire needle. After touching the monster, he confirmed his suspicions.
This was indeed a monster that could shapeshift, and it was a monkey demon.
It was no wonder he was so thin and had so much body hair.
Even when he shapeshifted, some of his unique characteristics were still preserved.
However, Lin Jin clearly saw something wrapped around the man's waist. If he wasn't mistaken, it was the monkey demon's tail. It seemed like the shapeshifting skill this man had mastered was either flawed or he hadn't cultivated it to perfection.
Lin Jin obviously wouldn't sell White Ape. He shook his head and was about to ask for more details when the monkey demon seemed to have sensed something. He turned around and disappeared into the crowd.
Soon, Lu Bin arrived.
"Appraiser Lin, it was easy for me to find you!"
Lin Jin quickly apologized. He didn't tell Lu Bin about the monkey demon so he could put it aside for now. However, the officials must be oblivious to the existence of these monsters. Otherwise, the monkey demon wouldn't have left in such a hurry.
Since he had to stay in the royal capital for some time, there was no hurry. He could take his time to investigate.
Lu Bin told Lin Jin that he could meet the patient today.
At this point, Lu Bin no longer hid the truth. He told Lin Jin that his master was Jade Dragon Kingdom's sixth princess, He Yu.
Lin Jin nodded.
Her surname was indeed He, just as he had guessed.
Lu Bin didn't know much about He Yu's curse. He only told Lin Jin that the curse had been passed down from generation to generation.
Lin Jin was puzzled. Lu Bin explained.
It turned out that this curse had been passed down in the Jade Dragon Kingdom for five generations.
About fifty years ago, a woman in the Jade Dragon Kingdom was afflicted with this curse for the first time. She didn't live past her coming-of-age ceremony. Then, the curse would reappear on another woman of the royal family until the host was tortured to death.
This time, it was He Yu's turn.
Just from hearing about it, one could tell that it was a thorny problem. The Jade Dragon Kingdom's royalty controlled all resources in the kingdom, so it wouldn't be difficult for them to find any miracle pills or genius healers.
However, none of the women who were cursed in the previous generations survived. From this point, it could be seen that even the royal family was helpless.
Lin Jin picked up on a crucial point in Lu Bin's explanation.
"Is Princess He Yu's coming-of-age ceremony coming up soon?" Lin Jin asked.
Lu Bin nodded. "Ten days later!"
"Oh!"
Lin Jin didn't ask any more questions. It was no wonder Lu Bin was so anxious. He was on the brink of death.
Lin Jin didn't ask. Instead, Lu Bin answered, "It's all thanks to Appraiser Lin's prescription. If it weren't for the nine water floating cloud pill's extraordinary effects, my master would have ended up like the other victims, lying in bed waiting for death."
Of course, the Nine Water Floating Cloud Pill was outstanding, and there was no doubt that it could dispel evil and expel curses. However, this also meant that the curse on He Yu's body was even more difficult to deal with.
However, since the Museum of Deadly Beasts had a cure, there was nothing to be afraid of.
Lin Jin looked confused. Lu Bin had been carefully observing Lin Jin's reaction throughout the entire process. When he noticed that Appraiser Lin remained unfazed after Lu Bin described the horror of the curse, he knew that Lin Jin was confident.
Or perhaps, the ignorant were fearless.
However, the former was more likely. After all, Lu Bin had witnessed Lin Jin's abilities with his own eyes. Moreover, Ye Yuzhou had made the Curator sound like nothing in the world was too difficult for him.
Even if Lin Jin couldn't handle it, Ye Yuzhou would still seek help from the Curator.
No matter what, as long as He Yu could be saved, Lu Bin would do his best to help.
By now, they had arrived at the palace gates.
Despite having existed for four hundred years, the Jade Dragon Palace still exuded a majestic aura. Towering walls stood tall with pavilions vaguely visible. The guards at the gates were clad in golden armor and wielding weapons. Every single one of them had a murderous aura. Those who were cowardly wouldn't even dare to approach.
However, the guards were extremely polite to Lu Bin, not daring to stop him.
However, Lin Jin was clearly an outsider.
"General Lu, this is …" One of the guard captains had noticed Lu Bin's arrival so he plucked up his courage and came over to ask.
Lu Bin scoffed. "This is the physician I've invited to treat the Sixth Princess."
"Ah, a physician. Please leave your name in the register!" The guard captain handed over a register. Clearly, one had to register before entering the palace.
This was a rule and Lu Bin knew it too. Hence, he glanced at Lin Jin and said, "Appraiser Lin, this is a rule for entering the palace. Although it's troublesome, we should at least leave one of them here in case they come looking for trouble in the future."
Lin Jin nodded. "Of course, of course!"
He picked up his brush and wrote down his name.
Then, he followed Lu Bin into the palace.
The palace was also a city but it was located in the inner city. Compared to the liveliness outside, this place was much quieter and quieter. Even when they ran into some palace guards, most of them seemed to be in a hurry. No one made a ruckus and they walked cautiously.
This was in line with the palace's setting.
After all, accompanying the emperor was akin to accompanying a tiger. There were many rules here.
Lin Jin couldn't help but be reminded of He Qing. That lass was so talkative. Could it be that she had been forcefully repressed in this place to develop such a personality?
But that didn't seem right either. The cross-dressing He Yu had a cold personality and was as cold as an iceberg.
Lin Jin smacked his forehead, musing that he had forgotten. He Yu must know that he was cursed. Just like how modern people would know that they were terminally ill, they all knew when they were going to die. How could they be as jumpy as He Qing?
"Sigh, they're all pitiful people!" Lin Jin mumbled to himself. Up ahead, Lu Bin said, "Appraiser Lin, we're here."
They were here!
Lin Jin looked up to see a short palace wall with a courtyard and a pavilion inside. This must be where the sixth princess, He Yu, lived.
Lu Bin was clearly a frequent visitor because the guards didn't stop him at all when he entered. The palace maids and servants bowed respectfully and addressed him as General Lu.
After passing through the courtyard and entering the front hall, other than a pleasant aroma, Lin Jin heard a familiar voice.
"Sister Yu, why won't you believe me? I'm telling you, someone will be here soon to treat you and remove the bestial soul curse. Just relax. For the next few days, eat and drink as you please. Don't let your thoughts run wild."
Lin Jin could immediately tell that this voice belonged to He Qing.
Soon, another gentle female voice was heard. "Qing'er, you should read more and broaden your horizons. Otherwise, even if I die, I won't be able to rest in peace."
"Pfft! Sister Yu, what are you talking about? Oh, oh, oh, I get it. You still don't believe me. You think I'm spouting nonsense."
"No, no, no. Qing'er, don't let your thoughts run wild. Forget it, I'll wait for the expert you mentioned to treat me."
"That's more like it. Sigh, why haven't I seen Uncle Lu for the past few days?"
"Uncle Lu went out to handle some matters. He should be back soon."
Just then, Lu Bin's footsteps could be heard and the conversation inside stopped.
Lu Bin had Lin Jin wait in the front hall while he entered.
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