After our homes were confiscated and we were exiled, the women in my clan and I raised a million sol

Just as Zhang Liang was looking ahead vigilantly, an army gradually appeared in his sight.

As the distance got closer, he was surprised to find that the two leaders were Yan Sheng and Zeng Guodong, whom he had not seen for a long time.

At this time, Yan Sheng and Zeng Guodong also noticed Zhang Liang's figure, and they showed joy on their faces.

The two men sped up, dismounted, and quickly came in front of Zhang Liang.

Then, they respectfully said to Zhang Liang, "Greetings, lord!"

Seeing that the people coming were Yan Sheng and Zeng Guodong, Zhong Tian and others who were originally nervous also breathed a sigh of relief and showed relaxed smiles on their faces.

Zhang Liang looked at the two people in front of him, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes.

He patted Yan Sheng and Zeng Guodong on the shoulders and said with a smile, "It's been a long time since we last met. But didn't you leave separately? How come you showed up at the same time?"

After hearing Zhang Liang's words, Zeng Guodong immediately explained, "My lord, we did go our separate ways."

"But we just happened to run into each other in the city ahead. We heard that the governor there had sent people after you, so we rushed here without stopping. We didn't expect to meet you here."

At this time, Yan Sheng also stepped forward and said to Zhang Liang, "My lord, the things you asked us to escort have not been lost at all!"

Hearing what the two said, Zhang Liang showed a satisfied smile on his face.

He nodded and said appreciatively, "Very good, you did a great job."

After a brief conversation, Zhang Liang and his party continued on their way to Ninggu City.

However, as they gradually approached their destination, a thick fog began to spread on both sides of the official road. This sudden change made everyone in the team feel a little uneasy.

Sensing the change in the atmosphere around him, Zhang Liang immediately stopped and turned to ask Qin Youlan and the others sitting in the carriage: "Sisters-in-law, how do you feel? Are you feeling uncomfortable?"

Hearing Zhang Liang's words, Qin Youlan raised her head. Although she tried to remain calm, it could be seen from her pale face that the situation was not optimistic.

"We're fine. Maybe we haven't had enough rest recently."

She replied softly, "Uncle, let's continue on our journey."

At the same time, Zhong Shu and the other two nodded in agreement.

But even so, their expressions betrayed them, especially Zhong Xueqing, who was usually the most lively and cheerful. At this moment, she was silent and just sat there quietly, looking as if she was in great pain.

As Zhong Tian and the others are men, their physical fitness is much better than Qin Youlan and the others, so their condition does not seem to be as serious as Qin Youlan and the others.

Zhang Liang looked around and noticed that everyone's face was pale and uncomfortable to varying degrees. He immediately realized the seriousness of the situation.

"Stop it first!"

He ordered decisively, with an unquestionable firmness in his voice.

"We might be poisoned!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone's eyes were focused on him, their eyes full of confusion and worry.

Wang Yuehan spoke first, his voice trembling slightly: "Uncle, what do you mean? How did we get poisoned?"

Just as Zhang Liang was about to explain, Zhao Ruoruo suddenly seemed to have thought of something. Her face changed and she interrupted anxiously, "It's the fog! This isn't ordinary fog, it's miasma! We've been walking for so long and inhaled so much miasma, no wonder we feel so uncomfortable!"

Hearing Zhao Ruoruo's words, Zhang Liang nodded: "Yes, I was negligent. I should have thought of this earlier!"

Zeng Guodong saw this and quickly comforted him, "My Lord, this is not your fault. We didn't expect that the miasma would be so strong before we even entered the southern barbarian territory."

Zhang Liang realized that measures had to be taken to protect everyone from the miasma, so he shouted an order to everyone: "Everyone, cover your mouth and nose with wet cloth to reduce the inhalation of miasma!"

Hearing his words, everyone took action. Some took out pieces of cloth from the packages, while others soaked their handkerchiefs or sleeves with water from the kettle and then covered their mouths and noses tightly with them.

After finishing his instructions, Zhang Liang turned to Yan Sheng and said firmly, "Yan Sheng, take your men to a safe place now. I'll brew the antidote immediately!"

Yan Sheng nodded, then quickly selected several Tiger and Leopard Riders and ran in different directions.

Not long after, Yan Sheng returned to the team with several Tiger and Leopard Cavalry.

With a hint of excitement and relief on his face, he said to Zhang Liang, "My Lord! There's a dilapidated temple not far ahead. We can stay there."

Zhang Liang heaved a sigh of relief upon hearing this news, and immediately ordered, "Let's go there now. Yan Sheng, lead the way!"

Yan Sheng responded, then turned around and led everyone towards the ruined temple.

After entering the ruined temple, Zhang Liang immediately ordered his men to unload the purchased herbs from the carriages.

Then, he set up a large cauldron and prepared to brew the antidote. The firelight reflected on his resolute face, making him look particularly serious and focused.

Seeing this, Zhong Shu and Wang Yuehan wanted to step forward to help, but were stopped by Zhang Liang. He said to them, "Sisters-in-law, if you are not feeling well, please stop working. Leave this to me."

At this time, Qin Youlan also came to their side.

She patted Zhong Shu and Wang Yuehan's shoulders gently, and then said, "Yuehan, Xiaoshu, since uncle has said so, let's not make trouble."

Hearing everyone say this, Zhong Shu and Wang Yuehan nodded, then sat aside and rested quietly, with a hint of fatigue on their faces.

Zhang Liang carefully prepared the antidote, then cautiously poured himself a bowl first.

He picked up the bowl, took a deep breath, and then drank it all in one gulp, finishing all the medicine in the bowl.

While waiting, he carefully observed his body's reactions and soon felt much more relaxed without any uncomfortable side effects.

After confirming the safety and effectiveness of the medicinal soup, Zhang Liang turned around and shouted to Zhong Tian and the others, "Everyone, the medicine is ready! Come and drink it quickly! After drinking it, you will feel much better!"

After saying this, Zhang Liang quickly filled five bowls of medicinal soup and carefully placed them in front of Qin Youlan and the others.

He said softly, "Sisters-in-law, and Sister Xueqing, drink quickly!"

Hearing Zhang Liang's words, Qin Youlan and the others nodded, and then each picked up a bowl of medicine soup.

They blew gently on the hot steam on it and drank it slowly.

After drinking the medicinal soup, everyone's complexion improved significantly, and their faces, which were originally pale due to poisoning, gradually regained their rosy complexion.

Zhang Liang watched Qin Youlan and the others' faces gradually recover, and a hint of concern flashed in his eyes.

He walked forward and asked softly, "Everyone, are you feeling better?"

Zhong Shu raised her head, met Zhang Liang's gaze, nodded, and replied gently, "We're much better now, Uncle. Your antidote is really effective."

After hearing Zhong Shu's words, Zhang Liang's worries finally eased a little.

He smiled slightly and said, "That's good. It's getting late now. Let's rest here tonight."

After hearing this, everyone expressed their agreement.

On a dark path not far from the ruined temple, several yamen runners were escorting several prisoners with shackles on their hands and feet, walking hurriedly towards the ruined temple.

One of the bailiffs, with a ferocious look in his eyes, said viciously to a white-haired old man, "Old man! Get out of here! I thought you were a general! Now you're a prisoner!"

After saying that, he pushed the old man hard.

The old man staggered due to the sudden violent push and his body fell forward involuntarily.

At this critical moment, a young girl nearby reacted quickly, stretched out her hands and firmly supported the old man who was about to fall, thus preventing him from having close contact with the ground.

"you!"

Just as the girl was about to curse the yamen runners, the old man grabbed the girl's hand and shook his head, signaling her not to argue with these people.

The girl bit her lip, a hint of unwillingness flashed in her eyes, but she finally obeyed the old man's wishes and held his hand tightly.

When the yamen runners saw their expressions, they looked even more smug and said, "Hurry up! It's getting late now, don't get in the way of us finding a place to stay!"