Traveling through another world to stir the emperor's heart

Chapter 196 Successful Detoxification

Jun Lingyuan slowly opened his eyes, and his vision gradually became clear.

He looked around and found himself lying on the bed in the Goddess Palace, covered with a soft quilt, and the air was filled with a faint medicinal fragrance.

"You're awake." Chen Jin'er's voice came from the side, with a bit of joy.

Jun Lingyuan turned his head slightly and saw Chen Jiner walking towards him with a bowl of medicine.

Her face was tired, but her eyes were full of concern.

"How long... have I been unconscious?" Jun Lingyuan's voice was a little hoarse, and his throat was dry as if it had been burned by fire.

Chen Jin'er handed him the medicinal soup and said softly, "It's been three days. Fortunately, I brought back the Frost Snow Lotus in time, otherwise..."

Jun Lingyuan took the medicine, but did not drink it immediately.

He glanced around the hall, his brows furrowed slightly, "Where's Qingyue? Why isn't she here?"

Chen Jiner's expression froze, and a hint of panic flashed in her eyes.

She lowered her head, her voice trembling slightly, "Qingyue...she went to the Snow Region with her brother and the others to look for the Frost Snow Lotus for you."

But... they encountered some unidentified people who also wanted to snatch the snow lotus.

In order to stop them, Qingyue asked her brother to bring Xuelian back first, and they would cover their retreat.

Later... they encountered an avalanche, Zizhu Yingchen came back, but Qingyue... is still missing.

Jun Lingyuan's grip tightened suddenly, nearly dropping the medicine bowl. His voice suddenly turned cold. "What did you say? Missing?"

Chen Jin'er bit her lip and whispered, "Yes... Zizhu Yingchen said that the avalanche came too suddenly and they were separated. He looked for her for a long time but couldn't find her..."

Jun Lingyuan's face turned pale in an instant, and a trace of panic flashed in his eyes.

He threw back the quilt and struggled to get out of bed: "I'm going to find her!"

Chen Jin'er quickly held his shoulders and said anxiously, "Master Jun, your poison has just been cured and your body hasn't recovered yet. You can't move!"

Jun Lingyuan pushed her hand away and said in a cold voice, "Get out of the way! Qingyue's life or death is uncertain, how can I lie here!"

Chen Jin'er was pushed back by him, her eyes full of helplessness and worry.

Just then, hurried footsteps were heard outside the hall.

A eunuch hurried in and bowed respectfully.

"Mr. Chen, the king asks you to go to the main hall immediately to discuss matters." The eunuch's voice was a little anxious.

Chen Jinyu frowned and asked, "What happened?"

The eunuch whispered, "The Prime Minister and the Imperial Censor are here. The King will explain the details himself."

Chen Jinyu nodded and walked in to look at Jun Lingyuan: "Master Jun, I'll go to the main hall to check the situation first. Your body hasn't recovered yet, so don't rush into action."

Jun Lingyuan glanced at him coldly, his tone unquestionable: "I'll go with you."

Chen Jinyu wanted to dissuade him, but seeing Jun Lingyuan's determined eyes, he finally nodded: "Okay, let's go together."

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When the two arrived at the hall, the atmosphere inside was extremely solemn.

The Prime Minister and the Grand Censor stood on both sides with solemn expressions.

Lan Xuanming sat in the main seat with a frown on his face. When he saw Jun Lingyuan and Chen Jinyu come in, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

"Master Jun, has your poison been cured?" Lan Xuanming stood up, his tone filled with concern.

Jun Lingyuan nodded slightly, his voice cold: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I'm fine now."

Lan Xuanming breathed a sigh of relief and then smiled: "That's good. The Frost Snow Lotus really lives up to its reputation."

Jun Lingyuan didn't respond. He glanced at everyone in the hall and said in a stern tone, "But what happened?"

Lan Xuanming's expression became solemn again. After a moment's silence, he slowly said, "Liu Xu'er is missing, and with her, the Shadow Army's military token has also disappeared."

Jun Lingyuan's brows twitched slightly, but he said nothing more. He had no interest in the politics of Lan State.

Lan Xuanming glanced at Jun Lingyuan, his tone tentative: "Master Jun, what do you think about this matter?"

Jun Lingyuan's voice was cold and distant. "Your Majesty, this is Lan Nation's internal affairs, and I cannot interfere. However, the loss of the military token is indeed a serious matter, and Your Majesty must deal with it as soon as possible."

Chen Jinyu nodded, his tone somewhat helpless: "Master Jun is absolutely right. But it is really puzzling that Liu Xu'er suddenly took away the military token."

Lan Xuanming looked at everyone and said calmly, "Liu Xu'er has recently had contact with the deputy leader of the Black Blood Cult. I suspect she may be colluding with them with ulterior motives."

The Imperial Censor's expression instantly grew serious. "The Black Blood Cult? They've always been ruthless and merciless. If we join forces with them, the consequences will be disastrous."

The Prime Minister stepped forward and said in a serious tone, "Your Majesty, the most urgent task is to retrieve the military token. Otherwise, if the Black Blood Cult seizes the opportunity to cause chaos, the consequences will be disastrous."

Chen Jinyu also echoed, "The Prime Minister is absolutely right. I suggest that Kyoto be sealed off immediately and that anyone entering and leaving be strictly investigated. We must find Liu Xu'er's whereabouts."

Lan Xuanming pondered for a moment, then turned to look at Chen Jinyu: "Jinyu, I'll leave this matter to you. Make sure to find Liu Xu'er as soon as possible and recover the military token."

Chen Jinyu nodded, his tone firm: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will do my best."

Lan Xuanming looked at Jun Lingyuan again, his tone tentative, "Pavilion Master Jun, although this matter is a matter of Lan's internal affairs, the threat posed by the Black Blood Cult cannot be underestimated. I wonder if you have any advice?"

Jun Lingyuan's eyes were stern, and his tone was indifferent: "Your Majesty, although the Black Blood Cult is dangerous, I believe that Your Majesty is capable of dealing with it."

Lan Xuanming was stunned for a moment, obviously not expecting Jun Lingyuan to refuse so directly.

He forced a smile, his tone a little awkward: "Master Jun is absolutely right, I was abrupt."

Jun Lingyuan nodded slightly, his tone cold: "If there is nothing else, I will take my leave first."

Lan Xuanming quickly said, "Please do as you please, Pavilion Master Jun."

Jun Lingyuan said nothing more, turned around and strode out of the hall.

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Chen Jinyu looked at Jun Lingyuan's departing back, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

He turned to Lan Xuanming and said, "Your Majesty, there is no time to lose. I will immediately arrange for people to seal off Kyoto and track down Liu Xu'er's whereabouts."

Lan Xuanming nodded, his tone a little tired: "Okay, I'll leave everything to you."

Chen Jinyu bowed, turned around and quickly left the hall.

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After Jun Lingyuan walked out of the hall, he went straight back to the Goddess Hall.

Chen Jin'er was guarding Zizhu Yingchen's bed. Seeing him come back, she quickly stood up and asked, "Master Jun, what's the situation?"

Jun Lingyuan didn't answer. Instead, he walked to the bedside, glanced at Zizhu Yingchen who was still unconscious, and asked in a low voice, "How is he?"

Chen Jin'er sighed: "This young master's injuries are serious, but his life is no longer in danger."

Jun Lingyuan's eyes darkened, and his tone was stern: "When he wakes up, tell him that I will be responsible for Qingyue's safety."

Chen Jin'er nodded, her eyes filled with worry. "Master Jun, do you really want to go to the Snow Region alone? It's full of dangers there, and your body hasn't fully recovered yet. It's too dangerous."

Jun Lingyuan's voice left no room for doubt: "Qingyue risked her life for me, I can't let her face danger alone. Take good care of him and wait for me to bring Qingyue back."

Chen Jin'er bit her lip and finally nodded: "Okay, Pavilion Master Jun, you must be careful."

Jun Lingyuan said nothing more, turned around and strode out of the Goddess Temple.