Story of Yanxi Palace: Fu Ying's banner will never fall

At the same time, in Chuxiu Palace, Ah Shuang ran to Jiapin anxiously and reported to her: "Your Majesty, the big thing has been accomplished! The second prince suddenly fell ill, the emperor and the queen have rushed here, and even all the doctors in the Imperial Hospital are here!"

A hint of excitement flashed across Jiapin's eyes, but then her eyes returned to their coldness.

He lowered his voice and scolded, "You are so out of control, are you trying to make this known to everyone? Go and arrange for someone to handle this matter!"

She was secretly resentful in her heart. She thought that if her son Yongcheng was sick, the emperor would probably not even look at him, let alone summon all the doctors in the Imperial Hospital to treat him. However, now the Queen and Yonglian were in such a situation, Jiapin couldn't help but smile triumphantly.

Then, Jiapin couldn't wait to go to see Concubine Gao. As soon as she reached the door, she saw Zhilan supporting Concubine Gao walking out of the bedroom.

Concubine Gao smiled and said in a long tone: "Jiapin, you did a great job this time. Come, come with me to visit the Second Prince." Her joy could not be concealed in her words.

"Thank you very much for the compliment, Her Majesty." Jiapin was secretly delighted. This action could be said to kill two birds with one stone. It could not only eliminate the Second Prince, but also win the trust of Noble Concubine Gao. It really couldn't be a better thing.

At this moment, she couldn't help but be thankful for her decisive decision.

In Changchun Palace, Zhang Jianyi paced back and forth anxiously, his face full of worry.

The second prince's sudden illness made him at a loss. Just when he was anxious, his apprentice Lei Gonggong came slowly with a cup of hot tea in his hand.

"Master, don't worry too much. Drink some tea to moisten your throat first. The Second Prince is blessed with great fortune. He will surely be able to escape danger and be safe and sound."

Eunuch Lei handed the teacup to Zhang Jianyi respectfully. His words and actions were very proper and there was nothing wrong with him.

However, Zhang Jianyi was wary of this disciple who was pretending to be well-behaved.

If Wei Yingluo had not secretly warned him last night to be wary of this person, he might really have been completely unprepared.

Because of this, he specially sent someone to keep an eye on Xiao Leizi's every move, and found out that he was so bold as to put arsenic in this cup of tea!

If he had not been warned, he would not have been able to notice Xiao Leizi's unusual behavior in such a panic, and he might have been accused of murdering the Second Prince without knowing it, and eventually committed suicide.

Thinking of this, Zhang Jianyi couldn't help but curse in his heart.

"Leave it there. We're not thirsty yet." Zhang Jianyi looked at Lei Gonggong expressionlessly, his eyes revealing a hint of indifference and majesty.

Lei Gonggong's heart tightened, the smile on his face froze instantly, and a thin layer of sweat broke out on his forehead.

For a moment, Thunder God became panicked, but after all, he had been with Zhang Jianyi for many years, so he quickly regained his composure.

However, he knew in his heart that his actions just now might have aroused Zhang Jianyi's suspicion.

As smart as he was, he immediately realized that he might have been seen through, and hurriedly said respectfully: "Master, then I will take the tea away first."

"No need. I'll give it to you to drink. You work very hard every day." Zhang Jianyi said slowly, his voice calm and low, but his eyes never left Thunder God.

Lei Gonggong was shocked, and replied calmly: "Master, this is top-grade tea. I am of low status and I am not worthy of enjoying such a precious thing."

"If I say you deserve it, then you deserve it." Zhang Jianyi's tone remained firm, and there seemed to be no room for negotiation.

He stared at Lei Gonggong closely, with a flash of disappointment and anger in his eyes.

Zhang Jianyi thought that he had originally thought that this disciple had a good character, but he did not expect that he would become so greedy and treacherous.

When Thunder God heard this, he immediately panicked.

He knew very well that his master was a shrewd man and must have noticed something.

At this moment, he could no longer conceal his inner fear and anxiety. He fell to his knees with a plop, crying and begging: "Master, I know I was wrong! Please forgive me this time..."

Zhang Jianyi snorted coldly, his voice was icy: "You should be very clear about my methods. If you don't want to suffer, then drink this cup of tea quickly! Otherwise, you can only follow me to the prince's residence and honestly explain who is the mastermind behind the scenes. As long as you confess the truth, maybe I can spare your life."

Hearing this, Thunder God became even more flustered.

He knew very well that if he told the whole truth at this moment and admitted that it was Concubine Gao who had ordered him to do this, because he would be transferred to Chuxiu Palace after the deed was accomplished, then he would undoubtedly anger Concubine Gao on the spot and he would surely die faster.

But if he remained silent, he would not be able to escape... For a moment, Thunder God was in a dilemma.

Zhang Jianyi watched coldly, looking at Lei Gonggong's panic-stricken look, he already knew in his heart that the other party was not going to compromise easily.

So he narrowed his eyes slightly and winked at the two eunuchs beside him.

The two eunuchs understood what he meant and immediately stepped forward, ready to catch Eunuch Lei.

When Lei Gonggong saw this, he was immediately terrified and quickly reached out to grab Zhang Jianyi's legs tightly.

He begged bitterly, "Master, Master! I am willing...I am willing to identify Concubine Jia! Please have mercy on me and let me go!"

"Oh, I knew you were timid and a coward. Okay, Jiapin is Jiapin." Zhang Jianyi snorted coldly and waved his hand to signal the eunuchs beside him to arrest Eunuch Lei and go to the prince's residence together.

He and Wei Yingluo knew very well that the Gao family was now deeply favored by the emperor, and it would be no easy task to overthrow Concubine Gao in one go.

So the two decided to eliminate her pawns first and then make long-term plans.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the abode was solemn. The Queen Mother sat beside the Second Prince's bed with a worried look on her face. Er Qing quietly accompanied him by his side, her eyes full of concern.

Zhang Yuanpan was concentrating on taking the pulse of the Second Prince, while a group of imperial doctors were kneeling below, including Zhang Yuanpan's favorite disciple Liu Yang.

His Majesty the Emperor stared at Yong Lian, who was pale and breathing weakly, with his brows furrowed and his face full of worry.

The concubines standing by, including Concubine Gao, Concubine Chun, Concubine Xian and Concubine Jia, also looked anxious.

After Zhang Yuanpan finished examining the patient, the Emperor could not wait to ask, "Zhang Yuanpan, what is the situation? In such a large Imperial Hospital, is there no one who can make Yonglian's condition better?"

Judge Zhang bowed and replied: "Your Majesty, according to my pulse diagnosis just now, combined with the symptoms of dizziness, palpitations, abdominal distension and vomiting that the Second Prince is currently experiencing, it should be due to the cold that he accidentally caught during the transition from spring to winter, and improper diet caused gastrointestinal discomfort."

In fact, Zhang Yuanpan's heart was full of doubts and anxieties.

The disease that the Second Prince suffered from was so strange that he was deeply confused. He secretly speculated that the cause of the disease should be related to poisoning, but he did not dare to draw a conclusion easily.

After all, once such a sensitive and serious accusation is made, it will inevitably cause an uproar.

Moreover, everyone in the Imperial Hospital is helpless and silent, as if they are afraid of this disease.

Zhang Yuanpan knew that if he rashly came out to express his opinion or try to treat the patient, it might cause unexpected trouble or even danger. So, after careful consideration, he decided to stay put for the time being and observe the development of the situation before making any plans.

Perhaps as time goes by or other clues emerge, we will be able to understand the true cause of the Second Prince's illness more clearly; or we can wait for someone with more experience and better medical skills to come for consultation and treatment.

In any case, it is always wise to remain cautious until you are absolutely sure - at least it can avoid irreversible consequences caused by impulsive actions. It is better to wait and see.