The widow becomes a fairy, and the time-traveling girl counterattacks and becomes the queen

"Girl, there's no need to be so nervous. Zhou Shen and I are friends for life and death." Mother Cui raised the corners of her mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile, but there was a hint of bitterness in her smile.

Wang Xinyao was truly astonished by this scene. Zhou Shen was a distinguished guest official, a man of both literary and martial talents, while this Cui Mama was the madam of a brothel. How could these two people, with such vastly different statuses, forge such a profound bond of life and death? Wang Xinyao was filled with doubts, but she also knew that everyone has their own hidden pasts and stories, and some things might not be appropriate to delve into. So, despite her curiosity, she suppressed it, then smiled and replied, "Yes, it was that person's arrangement. He also gave me this token personally!"

"Don't worry, young lady. Half a month is more than enough time. I will tell him to rush to Nanhu County as fast as he can!" Then Mother Cui said, "How should we contact you, young lady?"

Wang Xinyao thought for a moment and replied, "Keep an eye on the news of the salt field opening. When the time comes, go directly there to report. I'll be there!"

"Okay, don't worry, young lady, I will take care of this matter!" At this time, Mother Cui stood up and then bowed to Wang Xinyao: "There is something I hope you can help me with. If something happens to me in the future, please pass this letter to Zhou Shen and tell him a message for me. If there is an afterlife, I will not let him down!" After that, she took out a letter from her pocket and handed it to Wang Xinyao.

Wang Xinyao didn't take the letter because the words were too heavy, so she said, "Mother Cui, I know a little about pharmacology. How about I check your body?"

Mother Cui was surprised to hear Wang Xinyao say she understood pharmacology. After all, Wang Xinyao looked no more than sixteen or seventeen, and it was rare for someone so young to understand pharmacology. However, Mother Cui knew her condition well enough, so she smiled helplessly and said, "Don't bother me, young lady. I can't cure this. Don't dirty your hands."

Wang Xinyao shook her head gently and said soothingly, "How can you be sure it's incurable if you don't try?" Then, she suddenly changed her tone and said seriously, "It's best if you hand the letter to the other party yourself."

After hearing this, Mother Cui couldn't help but smile bitterly and said, "People like us have a short life. So thank you for taking the trouble." After saying that, she sat down again.

Wang Xinyao quickly waved her hands, with a gentle smile on her face, and comforted: "Mom Cui, don't belittle yourself. We are all just trying to make a living." Her voice was soft and firm, making people feel a warm power.

After saying that, she walked over to Mother Cui, stretched out her fingers and gently placed them on her wrist, carefully checking her pulse. Mother Cui looked at Wang Xinyao nervously, her heart filled with anticipation and anxiety.

After a thorough diagnosis, Wang Xinyao finally released her hand and breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, it was just syphilis, a slightly more severe form, probably because it had been delayed for a while without treatment.

In ancient times, venereal disease was a terminal illness for women, and it was incurable. Most women who contracted venereal disease came from prostitutes. These women faced a wide variety of clients daily, and even knowing they were ill, they could not refuse. Furthermore, due to their low social status and limited financial resources, they often lacked access to effective medical treatment. Over time, many prostitutes tragically died from this dreaded disease.

At this moment, Mother Cui smiled bitterly again and said, "Miss, don't waste your time worrying. I know my condition well enough. Therefore, I implore you to pass this letter on to Zhou Shen. Furthermore, most of the girls in Yihong Courtyard have miserable lives. They are just trying to survive, and they really have no other options. I hope you won't look down on them. If someone is lucky enough to ascend to the throne in the future, please speak well of them and find them a place to settle down!"

"No, Mother Cui, I can cure your disease completely, so you can do whatever you want in the future. We are too busy to take care of you!" Wang Xinyao said in a deep voice, with unquestionable firmness in her voice.

"What? You can cure my illness?" Mother Cui stood up from the stool in astonishment, looking at Wang Xinyao in disbelief, with a mixture of doubt and hope in her eyes.

"Yes, I can cure it!" Wang Xinyao nodded in affirmation, her tone calm and confident, as if this matter was easy for her. Then she said casually, "I have medicine in the carriage right now, and I can prescribe it for you immediately. In addition to the food, there is also some for cleaning. The treatment time is about three months, but during these three months, you can't have sex with anyone else!"

Her words were concise and clear, without any dragging, but they made Mother Cui feel a great power and confidence.

"Really? Do I really not have to die anymore?" Mother Cui's eyes welled up with tears of joy, as happy as a child. She held Wang Xinyao's hand tightly, her eyes filled with gratitude: "Thank you, girl. Thank you, girl. I don't have to die anymore!" Her face was filled with joy, and her heart was filled with admiration and gratitude for Wang Xinyao.

"Yes, you don't have to die anymore!" Seeing her like this, Wang Xinyao also laughed.

After writing the prescription and preparing the medicine, night had quietly fallen and Wang Xinyao stood up and said goodbye.

"Mother Cui, it's getting late. I have to go home, or my family will worry! If I have the chance in the future, I'll come back to help the women in the orphanage recover!" Wang Xinyao said sincerely. In this place of entertainment, most women have some underlying health issues. After all, long-term work like this takes a toll on both the body and the mind. Most of these women have difficult lives, and Wang Xinyao wouldn't mind helping them if she had the time.

"Thank you, young lady. From now on, I will be at your disposal!" These words moved Mother Cui to tears. Previously, they had helped Zhao Haoxuan out of gratitude to Zhou Yunxi and their duty as subjects, but not to the point of risking their lives. This was one of the reasons why Zhou Shen stopped providing close protection for Zhao Haoxuan after sending him to Nanhu County. He was worried that if the matter were exposed, it would bring unnecessary trouble to himself and his family. However, the situation was different now. The gratitude had become real and profound, making Mother Cui willing to serve them.

As Wang Xinyao walked out of Yihongyuan, the robotic voice rang in her ears again: "Congratulations, Master. For saving a patient without looking down on him, you have earned 3 Kindness Points and a copy of the Nine-Nine Returning One Acupuncture Manual!"

Upon hearing this news, Wang Xinyao was delighted, yet also somewhat puzzled. She knew the Nine-Nine Returns to One acupuncture technique and had already mastered it. However, she was still curious to know how this newfound Nine-Nine Returns to One acupuncture technique differed from the one she was familiar with. Wang Xinyao couldn't wait to drive her carriage home. Along the way, she was filled with excitement, anticipating the secrets she was about to uncover.

It was already late at night when he returned home. The four children had already gone to bed, and only Zhao Haoxuan was waiting. The moment he saw Wang Xinyao's carriage return to the yard, he breathed a sigh of relief.

"Xinyao, you are finally home. You must be cold. Come in quickly. I have lit a fire in the house!" Zhao Haoxuan walked out of the house, took the carriage from Wang Xinyao, and spoke to her gently.

It felt really good to be cared for like this by the prince, even though he was down and out now. Wang Xinyao's mouth curled up, and she had unconsciously gotten used to his care. After returning to the house and coming to the fireplace, she was finally no longer cold.

At this time, Zhao Haoxuan also walked in: "Xinyao, have you found Mother Cui?"

"Found it, Brother Zhao, don't worry, it's been done!" Wang Xinyao said mischievously.

Zhao Haoxuan nodded and continued, "Xinyao, you've worked hard. You haven't eaten yet, right? I'll go get you something to eat!"

Wang Xinyao nodded, then went to her room, closed the door, and immediately took out the secret book of the Nine-Nine Return to One Acupuncture Method from the ring space to study it carefully.

As she read deeper, she gradually discovered that the acupuncture techniques in this secret book seemed even more advanced and sophisticated than what she had originally learned. The book detailed how to use the Nine Nines Return to One acupuncture method to treat various ailments, even some difficult and complicated ailments that had previously troubled her and were incurable even with modern medicine.

Wang Xinyao gazed at the acupuncture technique in her hands, her excitement growing with each reading. As she read further, she was surprised to discover that this "Nine Nines Return to One" acupuncture technique could not only heal illnesses but also function as a hidden weapon. The eighty-one silver needles, each one striking with unexpected force, were clearly stated to be effective only when used with the "Gu Ze Silver Needles."

Wang Xinyao felt a sense of déjà vu at the words "Gu Ze Yin Zhen." She eagerly took out the ancient needle set Chen Liangxian had given her. A few tiny words on the box confirmed the name: "Gu Ze Yin Zhen." Wang Xinyao felt secretly delighted, believing it was fate.

This acupuncture technique was truly miraculous. She decided to practice using hidden weapons first, so she took a silver needle and shot it at a target on the wall. The needle hit the bull's eye with pinpoint accuracy. Wang Xinyao was delighted and continued practicing. Gradually, her technique became more and more proficient, and her accuracy improved.

Just as she was practicing with great interest, she heard light footsteps outside the door, followed by the sound of the door opening. Wang Xinyao quickly put away the silver needle and pretended to be calm. The door opened, and Zhao Haoxuan walked in with a bowl of hot soup.

"Xinyao, drink some hot soup to warm yourself up first." Zhao Haoxuan said softly

Wang Xinyao was indeed feeling a little hungry. She gratefully took the bowl of soup and began to drink. As the hot soup entered her stomach, she felt warm all over.

"Thank you, Brother Zhao." Wang Xinyao said. She was probably the first person in history who could let the prince cook soup himself.

"You don't have to be so polite," Zhao Haoxuan said with a smile. "You're tired today, so rest early. You still have to provide free medical treatment to the villagers tomorrow." With that, Zhao Haoxuan left the room. Wang Xinyao watched him walk away, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.