Reborn to be replaced? Remarried to the royal palace, raising children and training husband

Xiao Wenyin returned to her room with a frown on her face. She immediately called Wenqin and asked coldly, "Wenqin, do you know why the second young master Zheng Fengyun was suddenly poisoned by a snake?"

Wenqin was slightly stunned, and answered carefully: "Madam, I really don't know. However, after hearing about this matter, many people are speculating that it may be related to the eldest young master Zheng Fenghui."

Xiao Wenyin's eyes narrowed, and she stared at Wenqin closely: "Why do you think so?"

Wenqin lowered her head and pondered for a moment before she spoke slowly, "Madam, you also know that the eldest and second young masters have always been at odds. Moreover, the eldest young master's behavior has been quite suspicious during this period. He seems to be secretly planning something. I think this matter may be related to him."

Xiao Wenyin was silent for a moment, then ordered: "Wenqin, go find the eldest young master Zheng Fenghui, and make sure to stop him from coming back to prevent him from becoming a suspect."

Wenqin was stunned and immediately knelt down: "Madam, I obey your command."

After Wenqin left, Xiao Wenyin sat alone in the room, feeling very worried.

If this matter is really related to the eldest young master, then Prince Duan’s Mansion will surely be caught in a turmoil.

After a while, Wenqin hurried back, with a little sweat on her forehead. She knelt on the ground and reported: "Madam, the eldest young master has not returned yet and is missing. I have sent people to look for him everywhere, but there is still no news."

Xiao Wenyin frowned, and became more and more worried. She pondered for a moment, and then said to Wenqin: "Wenqin, send someone to call the young master's attendant immediately. I want to ask him in person."

Wenqin took the order and left, while Xiao Wenyin sat in the room, waiting anxiously.

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At this time, in Zheng Fengyun's bedroom, Gu Qinlan was concentrating on using golden needles to treat Zheng Fengyun's snake venom. The golden needles flickered faintly under the candlelight, reflecting on Gu Qinlan's slightly tired face. After the treatment, she gently put down the golden needles and turned to face Xiang Zhu.

Gu Qinlan frowned slightly and said in a serious tone: "Xiang Zhu, tell me, what happened between you and Feng Yun today?"

Xiang Zhu raised her head, a trace of fear flashed in her eyes, she knelt hurriedly, tears rolling down her cheeks: "Madam, I... I do know something, but... I really didn't know that snakes are poisonous."

Gu Qinlan's expression became more and more solemn. She slowly walked to Xiang Zhu, squatted down, and stared into Xiang Zhu's eyes: "Tell me, why did Feng Hui tell you that snakes are not poisonous?"

Xiang Zhu replied tremblingly: "The eldest master said that the snake is not poisonous, and asked me not to tell you. I... I really didn't expect this to happen."

Gu Qinlan glanced at Xiang Zhu sharply, as if trying to find traces of lies on her face. However, Xiang Zhu's eyes were clear and her tears kept flowing, forcing her to believe her words.

"Madam, I... I really don't know the truth of the matter. Please believe me." Xiang Zhu pleaded.

Gu Qinlan took a deep breath, slowly stood up, and said in a cold tone: "So, the snake that Zheng Fenghui brought is actually poisonous?"

Xiang Zhu lowered his head, his body trembling, and his voice was as weak as a mosquito: "Yes, that snake must be extremely poisonous. I... I didn't realize it at the time, so I made a big mistake."

Gu Qinlan's face became even gloomier, and she stared at Xiang Zhu as if she was spitting fire. But soon, she suppressed her anger and said coldly: "Do you know your crime?"

Xiang Zhu's body trembled. She raised her head, tears in her eyes, and looked at Gu Qinlan pleadingly: "Madam, I know I was wrong. I am willing to accept any punishment. I only ask for your forgiveness."

Gu Qinlan snorted coldly and turned back to sit in the chair. She rubbed her temples and looked a little tired: "Since you know you are wrong, then reflect on it and don't do it again next time."

Xiang Zhu kowtowed quickly, his forehead touching the ground, making a "dong dong" sound: "Madam, I will definitely reflect on myself and never make the same mistake again."

At this time, there was silence in Prince Duan's Mansion, with only the sound of Xiang Zhu kowtowing and Gu Qinlan's breathing.

After a long while, Gu Qinlan finally spoke. Although her voice was low, it was full of determination: "Zheng Fenghui intended to murder me this time. If Feng Yun hadn't discovered it in time, I would have died long ago. This matter must not be let go easily."

Xiang Zhu raised his head tremblingly and asked, "Madam, what should we do now?"

Gu Qinlan frowned, thinking to herself: Zheng Fenghui is young, and this time he deliberately used a poisonous snake to harm her, I'm afraid he was instructed by someone. She tapped the table lightly, her eyes solemn.

Gu Qinlan pondered for a moment, then suddenly looked at Xiang Zhu and asked in a deep voice, "You just said that the snake was green. Apart from that, what other characteristics does it have?"

Xiang Zhu shook her head slightly, with a worried look on her face: "My lord, I really didn't take a close look. I only remember that the snake scales were shiny and green like jade. Other than that, I really can't think of any other features."

Upon hearing this, Gu Qinlan frowned and a hint of anxiety flashed in his eyes.

She knew very well how powerful snake venom was. If the species of the snake could not be identified as soon as possible, Zheng Fengyun's life would be in danger.

She pondered for a moment and remembered that Du Yuanpan from the Imperial Medical Bureau was well versed in medicine and might be able to help them find clues.

"Xiang Zhu, come with me to see Court Judge Du and tell him everything we know to see if he can identify this poisonous snake." Gu Qinlan said in a firm tone.

Xiang Zhu agreed and was about to leave when he suddenly remembered something and said hurriedly, "Princess, since the snake was brought over by the young master, he must know the detailed characteristics of the snake."

Gu Qinlan nodded slightly and ordered: "Take someone to bring back the eldest young master Zheng Fenghui immediately. This matter is of great importance and we must not slack off in the slightest."

Upon hearing this, Xiang Zhu immediately knelt down and accepted the order: "I will obey your order and will not fail in my mission."

Xiang Zhu accepted the order solemnly and turned to leave, but Gu Qinlan said again: "Wait a minute, when you lead people there, you must be careful and don't let anyone notice our actions. In particular, if someone tries to stop us, don't act rashly and come back to tell me first."

Xiang Zhu nodded, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes: "Don't worry, Princess, Xiang Zhu understands."

Gu Qinlan sat on a rosewood chair, brows furrowed, and her eyes occasionally glanced at the unconscious Second Young Master Zheng Fengyun.

He lay on the bed, his face pale and his breath weak. The maids were busy taking care of him, but Gu Qinlan's worries were getting heavier.

"Princess, don't worry. The second young master is a lucky man and will definitely get through this." Nanny Wei comforted her.

Gu Qinlan shook her head gently, a hint of helplessness flashing in her eyes: "I understand, but the conspiracy behind this makes me have to guard against it. Feng Yun is just a child, I don't want to see him involved in this dispute."

Nanny Wei was silent for a while, then asked cautiously, "Princess, who do you think is behind the young master?"

Gu Qinlan smiled slightly, with a sharp look in her eyes: "I'm still guessing about this. But no matter what, I have to protect my children and not let them get hurt in the slightest."