Han Yunxi had left the heavily injured Long Fei Ye at Celestial Mountain and traveled thousands of li without rest just to buy time to treat Gu Beiyue's poison.
Her willingness to speak politely to these people was already giving them a lot of face.
Her phoenix eyes were frighteningly gloomy. "Since you don't want face, don't blame this princess for being impolite!"
She clearly didn't know martial arts, but the murderous aura she exuded intimidated the guards and soldiers so much that none of them dared to take a step forward.
"What are you all standing around for? Go after the Old Man. Capture her and you'll be heavily rewarded! "Patriarch Xiao roared.
Han Yunxi pushed Xu Donglin forward and ordered coldly, "Xu Donglin, watch carefully. Kill anyone who dares to move!"
"This subordinate obeys!" As soon as Xu Donglin obeyed, the Shadow Guards hiding in the surroundings all appeared. Although there weren't many of them, it was enough to intimidate everyone present.
"Old Ghost, take me in!" Han Yunxi said in a low voice.
Gu had been waiting for her to say this. Desperate times called for desperate measures. He happily wrapped his arm around Han Yunxi's waist and borrowed a bit of strength to soar into the air. Dressed in luxurious red robes, the devilish red covered the sky and earth. It was very beautiful.
When Han Yunxi climbed over the Duke of Qin's Mansion's high walls, she heard the angry protests of several patriarchs.
"We want to see His Highness Duke of Qin! His Highness Duke of Qin must have been bewitched by this poison woman! If this poison woman isn't eliminated, the south will perish! "
"This is simply a rebellion! This poison woman is openly rebelling! "
"Where's General Baili? Does General Baili not care about matters?"
… …
Han Yunxi hadn't even reached the ancestral hall when large groups of soldiers swarmed towards the Duke of Qin's Mansion and started fighting with the Shadow Guards. Patriarch Xiao declared that he would attack the Duke of Qin's Mansion and capture Han Yunxi to rid the people of the south!
The sound of fighting was very loud. Han Yunxi had no choice but to stop and look back. "Are they really fighting?"
The Shadow Guards had no problem dealing with this group of soldiers. However, once there were casualties, it would be used by people with ulterior motives to cause internal strife in the central and southern regions.
In fact, ordinary people were the most vulnerable to the effects of Gu, not to mention that the situation was really bad under the comprehensive sanctions of Medical City.
They were already beset with external threats. If the south central regions had internal strife as well, the commander-in-chief's estate would become Cloud Realm Continent's biggest joke.
Seeing that Han Yunxi was worried, Gu said impatiently, "Poison Girl, don't worry. I, Qi Brother, will deal with them myself!"
Han Yunxi quickly stopped him. If Gu summoned the Poison Corpse to deal with those people, she wouldn't be able to clear her name even if she jumped into the Yellow River.
"Old Fiend, you don't understand the situation at the commander-in-chief's estate in the south central regions. We can let the world have a handle on us, but we can't let the Five Great Clans do the same," Han Yunxi said seriously.
Long Fei Ye wasn't here, so how were they supposed to deal with these powerful and influential families?
On one hand, there was the danger of internal strife, while on the other, Gu Beiyue couldn't wait any longer. Han Yunxi was burning with anxiety as she racked her brains. At this moment, Baili Mingxiang hurried out of the bamboo forest in the ancestral hall and shouted from a distance, "Esteemed wangfei, you've finally returned!"
Seeing Baili Mingxiang in such a hurry, Han Yunxi didn't hesitate to rush over. "How's Gu Beiyue?"
"Esteemed wangfei, Doctor Gu knows you're coming back today and has been waiting for you. Esteemed wangfei, you should hurry over. Doctor Gu said that there's no need to worry about the matters outside. My father will bring his troops here very soon, "Baili Mingxiang said, panting for breath.
"Bring his troops here …" Han Yunxi was a little surprised.
"That's right. Doctor Gu said that in times of prosperity, military might rules. In times of chaos, military might rules. His father has already brought his troops to lie in ambush nearby. When they make a bigger fuss, they'll be arrested under the pretext of insurrection," Baili Mingxiang said seriously.
Han Yunxi understood now. This was a true example of 'extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures'!
The political power of the south central regions' commander-in-chief's estate was restricted by the Five Great Clans, but military power had always been in the hands of the Baili Army! The Baili Army didn't just control the navy. Long before Tianning's civil strife and Long Fei Ye's invasion of the south, the Baili Army had already taken control of the major military forces in the south and central regions and reorganized them.
Even the Five Great Clans' greatest military force was only the officers and soldiers of the local government. How could they resist an army?
When reason couldn't be explained clearly and public opinion couldn't be controlled, they could only use military force to speak!
Although it wouldn't last long to use military and political pressure to rule a country, it could solve the most pressing problems and buy her time to deal with Medical City and Ning Cheng.
Han Yunxi had been puzzled before. She'd already arrived at the gates of the Duke of Qin's estate, but she still hadn't seen General Baili. As it turned out, everything had been predicted by Gu Beiyue and arranged properly.
This fellow who only treated illnesses and people was actually more skilled in the art of healing the country. His wisdom was like his gentleness, silently moisturizing things and disappearing with a flick of his sleeve, concealing his achievements and fame.
"Saving him is my greatest honor."
Han Yunxi left these words behind as she practically ran through the bamboo forest. Very soon, she came to a stop. Gu Beiyue was waiting for her in front of the ancestral hall.
He was still sitting in a wheelchair, thin and weak, but the smile on his face was as warm as the spring breeze in April. It was enough to set her heart at ease in these chaotic times.
How could there be such a person? He clearly couldn't stand up, but he wasn't in a sorry state at all. Han Yunxi thought that there was nothing in this world that could shatter the calmness in his eyes. There was also nothing filth that could stain his snow-white clothes.
Han Yunxi really didn't have the heart to interrupt this peaceful moment. She wanted to stand for a while longer and look at him for a while longer, but time was of the essence!
The detoxification system had long since reminded her that there was poison in Gu Beiyue's leg and had already begun to analyze the situation. The detoxification system told her that the corpse ginseng could still be cured and could still be removed.
In fact, Gu Beiyue had been looking at her the entire time. He also wanted to look at her for a while longer and quietly look at her for a while.
However, his eternal gaze only lasted for a moment. He was still the same as before, humbly bowing with clasped hands. "Esteemed wangfei, you've had a hard journey."
"I'm sorry I'm late."
Han Yunxi immediately pushed him into the room and called for an attendant to help him sit on the couch. She nimbly took out a set of gold needles and some medicine. While she was making preparations, she also discussed the poisoning situation with Gu Beiyue. She also discussed how Gu Beiyue had been using acupuncture to suppress the poison's eruption these past few days.
Han Yunxi was still curious as to when Gu Beiyue learned how to use acupuncture to suppress the poison. She didn't expect that he had sealed many of the major acupuncture points in his legs, slowing down the flow of blood.
"You ….. If I came late, even the gods wouldn't be able to save your legs!" Han Yunxi angrily said.
"This was the only way. Otherwise, esteemed wangfei wouldn't have rushed over." Gu Beiyue spoke the truth. If it wasn't for this, he wouldn't have been able to stop Han Yunxi from rushing over.
"There must be a spy in the manor. We must find him. How did you get poisoned? "Han Yunxi seriously asked.
Gu Beiyue didn't answer.
"Did you suddenly discover that you were poisoned or did you touch something?" Han Yunxi asked again.
Only, Gu Beiyue still didn't answer.
She raised her head and saw Gu Beiyue looking down at her. That pair of clean and pure eyes were so warm that it could melt a boulder.
He gently placed his finger on his lips and softly said, "Esteemed wangfei, you've never been distracted when helping people cure poisons. Shh ….. "
No matter how restless Han Yunxi's heart was, it was instantly calmed down.
That's right. When she was curing poisons, she was completely focused. She didn't allow anyone to disturb her, nor did she allow herself to be distracted.
She nodded and quickly entered a state of mind.
She wanted to help Gu Beiyue roll up his trousers, but Gu Beiyue was a step ahead and rolled it up himself. "Esteemed wangfei, I've been rude."
He had always been polite and Han Yunxi was used to it, but this sentence made Han Yunxi feel alienated.
She didn't answer and began to seriously search for acupuncture points.
Han Yunxi didn't know that this wasn't alienation, but because he was a servant and he couldn't accept her service.
Baili Mingxiang was just about to enter when he heard Gu Beiyue's words. His heart couldn't help but ache.
There was no such thing as empathy in this world, but there were people who sympathized with each other. Only those who had truly experienced it would be able to understand and see through it.
Even though Doctor Gu was so modest and polite, Baili Mingxiang could see with a single glance that Doctor Gu had feelings for Han Yunxi. Moreover, this "feeling" wasn't inferior to Gu's "love" that everyone knew.
How much did he like her for him to be willing to carefully hide his feelings, never allowing himself to reveal anything? Only then would he be willing to go against his heart and show alienation again and again. Baili Mingxiang understood this.
Baili Mingxiang silently assisted Han Yunxi, using a special medicine to remove the needles. Han Yunxi quickly found an acupuncture point and began to insert the needles.
This time, she didn't use many needles, but she used them very deeply.
Not long after, black blood came out of the acupuncture point and slowly flowed down Gu Beiyue's calf. Han Yunxi noticed that although Gu Beiyue's leg was thin, the muscles were firm. This should be the result of a lot of exercise!
Did this fellow usually exercise a lot?
This thought flashed through her mind, but Han Yunxi didn't have time to think about it. This was because the corpse ginseng's poison was hidden very deeply and the detoxification process was very slow. Without a full day of work, it probably wouldn't be finished. She was exhausted from the journey, so she had to conserve her energy as much as possible.
The bamboo forest separated them from the clamor outside the Duke of Qin's estate. Han Yunxi concentrated on detoxification just like before, while Gu Beiyue looked at her quietly with his head bowed. He didn't know what her world was like, but his was completely silent.
Miss Yunxi, long time no see … he sighed with emotion in his heart.
If they were distant, he would call her 'esteemed wangfei.' If they were close, he could just call her 'Miss Yunxi.' Only he himself knew the meaning behind this' Miss Yunxi. '
Actually, Gu was very quiet right now as well. He was leaning against the door without making a sound.
There was a bamboo forest and a high wall, completely isolating the clamor outside the door.
General Baili personally led a team of elite soldiers stationed in South Ning to surround the troublemakers. Both sides were in the middle of a discussion.
It wasn't until nightfall that Han Yunxi finally managed to expel all the poison from Gu Beiyue's leg. She even gave him a few massages to unblock his meridians and move his joints.
She exhaled and finally revealed a smile. "Doctor Gu, it's all right now!"
"Esteemed wangfei, I'm sorry I couldn't meet you at the city gates," Gu Beiyue said apologetically. He'd promised her that before.
"Then let me see you stand up with my own eyes!" Han Yunxi said seriously.
"Alright!"
Gu Beiyue's reply was full of strength. He carefully landed on the ground. Han Yunxi wanted to help him up, but he refused. He held onto the bamboo bed until he steadied himself before slowly rising to his feet.
He'd stood up! Very steadily!
Han Yunxi's heart was filled with excitement as she finally said, "Gu Beiyue, long time no see!"
Really, it had been a long time!
"Esteemed wangfei, once this one stands up, the commander-in-chief's estate in South Ning will never fall!" Gu Beiyue said seriously.
Perhaps he should make a trip back to Medical City …
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