The old lady was still awake. When she heard some movement in the yard, she immediately pushed the door open and walked out: "Xin'er, you're back? Did your trip go well?"

Lin Ruoxin walked into the house, took off her face mask, and said, "It went smoothly. If nothing goes wrong, I'll be able to get that bottle of life-saving medicine tomorrow morning!"

The old lady's triangular eyes were filled with joy. She clasped her hands together and murmured, "Oh, God bless us! If only our Xin'er could fly up to the tree and become a phoenix, I, an old woman, would be able to rest in peace even if I die in this life!"

Lin Ruoxin held her hand and said, "Grandma, what are you talking about? You haven't even enjoyed the filial respect of your granddaughter yet. When I enter the palace, I'll take you in too, so you can experience what it's like to be a noble lady in the palace!"

The old lady smiled so hard that her teeth showed. It was really worth the love she gave her granddaughter.

He went to enjoy his life, but he didn't forget to take his old wife with him. How filial he is!

She held her hand tightly and said, "Xin'er, you are so good. While being filial to your grandmother, you should also think about helping your father get an official position. Our family should be together!"

Lin Ruoxin nodded: "Yes, I remember!"

Compared to the bustling small courtyard, it is much quieter near the palace.

The thief sneaked in from the waterway entrance, avoided the heavy guards, and finally reached the back house.

He immersed himself in the shadows and looked around with a vigilant look on his face.

Soon, two maids came over from a distance, saying, "Madam has waited until this hour to rub out the life-saving medicine. You must keep it carefully, otherwise, all her efforts will be in vain!"

The man also responded: "It's still in the secret compartment of the study. There are secret guards guarding it. Not even a fly can fly in, let alone a thief!"

After hearing this, the thief couldn't help but raise the corner of his lips in contempt.

No matter how many secret guards are guarding the place, in his eyes it is still an uninhabited place.

He never failed to steal anything he wanted to steal!

Without hesitation, he immediately followed secretly.

The two entered the study, quickly put their things away, and then walked out quickly.

The thief slipped into the study and searched around.

At this moment, a cold voice came from outside: "Did you see the black shadow flash past your eyes just now?"

He was so frightened that his whole body tensed up and he quickly pressed himself against the wall.

Someone immediately responded, "Where are the shadows? Aren't they just branches blown by the wind? Why are you still so suspicious?"

The thief's heart was in his throat. He was very worried that the two would come into the house to check.

Fortunately, after they murmured for a while, there was no more movement.

He didn't dare to delay and quickly touched the secret compartment and poured all the pills in the porcelain bottle into his hand.

If he replaces the pills Lin Ruoxin gave him, he will have completed the task.

When he left, he alerted the secret guards, who stabbed him several times before he escaped covered in blood.

He found Lin Ruoxin's small, shabby courtyard and knocked on the door loudly.

Lin Ruoxin didn't expect him to come back so soon. When she saw him covered in blood, she was so scared that her face turned pale.

She subconsciously asked, "Did you steal the life-saving medicine?"

The thief shouted impatiently, "Help me in first!"

Lin Ruoxin held his arm and led him into the house.

Lin Huanchen didn't wake up either. He cursed in a bad tone: "What are you doing in the middle of the night?"

Lin Ruoxin glared at him in dissatisfaction: "Shut up, why don't you go out and buy some medicine for the external injuries?"

Lin Huanchen didn't expect to be scolded by his daughter. Just as he was about to scold her, he met the thief's sharp gaze that wanted to kill him.

He was so scared that his legs went weak: "Okay, I'll go buy it!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he ran away quickly.

The thief then stuffed the stolen pills into Lin Ruoxin's hands and said, "I finally stole it. The secret guards at the Prince's Mansion were so ruthless that I almost didn't make it out alive. If it weren't for Sixth Master's face, I would never have sent the pills to you!"

Lin Ruoxin said gratefully, "I will never forget your kindness. When my father comes back, I will apply the medicine on your wound. When I succeed, I will go to Sixth Master to thank you!"

The thief nodded: "Well, you have some conscience!"

Not long after, Lin Huanchen came back. He threw the medicine to Lin Ruoxin and ran away.

By the time she had treated the thief's wound and sent him away, it was already daybreak.

Lin Ruoxin took a shower, changed her clothes, and put on the few remaining pieces of jewelry.

She looked at the charming girl in the bronze mirror, a hint of confidence between her brows: "Lin Ruoxin, your chance has come. You will eventually become a leader!"

The old lady ran in and urged her, "Xin'er, hurry up! The carriage is ready! We must not let Lin Yiwan get ahead!"

Lin Ruoxin said softly, "Even if she gets there first, her medicine won't work, Grandmother. Just wait to receive the Emperor's reward at the palace. Soon your wonderful granddaughter will become a successful person and bring honor to your family!"

The old lady couldn't stop smiling. Her granddaughter was so sweet!

She helped her put her jewelry in order and then helped her into the carriage herself.

Lin Ruoxin went straight to the palace and thought of a reason.

When she arrived outside the palace gate, she happened to run into Lin Yiwan's carriage.

This was the first time she saw her cousin, and she thought she was so pretty.

She wasn't wearing any brightly colored clothes or expensive jewelry, but she always gave people a bright and dazzling feeling.

She thought this must be the aura!

After all, she is the marquis' wife, and even more so, a noble princess from the royal palace!

She is the little darling that everyone holds in their hands!

But so what? Her life, which had been going smoothly for her, was about to take a huge tumble. The thought of it made her happy.

After thinking it over for a while, she finally spoke first and said hello: "Xin'er greets cousin!"

Her tone was weak, and she looked aggrieved and timid.

Lin Yiwan looked her up and down: "Who are you?"

Lin Ruoxin whispered, "I'm Lin Ruoxin from the Second House. I heard that the two little princes in the palace were seriously ill, so I came to bring them medicine. I didn't expect to meet my cousin by chance!"

Lin Yiwan looked at her in surprise: "You're here to deliver medicine? Can you also treat illnesses?"

Lin Ruoxin's face flushed as she said, "Of course I can't treat illnesses, but I do have medicine. I guarantee that these two pills will restore the health of the two princes. So, cousin, are you afraid that I'll take all the credit for your work, so you don't dare let me enter the palace to present the medicine to the emperor?"

Lin Yiwan immediately let out a soft smile. "I'm just kindly reminding you. This palace is nothing like an ordinary family home. If you can cure the disease, you will naturally be showered with wealth and honor. However, if you can't, you will lose your head!"

She raised her hand and made a gesture, which immediately scared Lin Ruoxin so much that she subconsciously took half a step back.

She reacted and argued with a serious face: "I can cure it. I am very confident in the pills I made myself!"

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