The whole family was brutally murdered? The ruthless heiress's eldest daughter went berserk aft

"What?" Gu Ye suddenly stood up, grabbed Zhang Jing's arm, and asked urgently, "You really found a way to break the contract power?" He stared intently at Zhang Jing, his eyes filled with expectation and longing, as if he had grasped a lifeline.

Seeing Gu Ye's excited expression, Zhang Jing felt a surge of relief. He quickly said, "Yes! But it wasn't me who found him, it was my junior sister Meng Ling's husband, Lin Haobo. He might have a solution."

"Lin Haobo?" Gu Ye frowned slightly. "Who is he? Does he really have a way to break the contract power?"

“He is…” Zhang Jing was about to say that Lin Haobo had some research on this topic when Gu Ye interrupted him.

"These are all minor matters. Where is he? Take me to see him quickly!" Gu Ye's tone was urgent. He couldn't wait to see Lin Haobo and wanted to rescue Murong Xuewei as soon as possible.

Seeing Gu Ye's excited expression, Zhang Jing quickly said, "Your Majesty, don't worry, he's in the front hall. I'll take you to see him right now."

He paused, then said, "However, Your Majesty, why don't you take a bath and change your clothes first?" He looked at Gu Ye's disheveled appearance and tattered clothes, his tone tinged with helplessness.

Gu Ye then realized his current appearance. In the past few days, he had been so engrossed in searching for an antidote that he had completely forgotten about his own appearance.

He looked down at himself and couldn't help but smile bitterly. Where was the bearing of a monarch now? He looked more like a refugee fleeing a war.

"You're right," Gu Ye nodded, a hint of self-deprecation in his voice, "I really don't look suitable to receive guests right now."

He turned to Zhang Jing and said, "Wait here for me. I'll go bathe and change now, and then I'll go see Young Master Lin."

Having said that, he followed a disciple of Medicine King Valley toward the bathing area. He needed to calm himself down as soon as possible; he needed to appear refined, not a madman who had lost his mind.

Zhang Jing watched Gu Ye's departing figure and sighed softly. He knew how anxious Gu Ye was and how much pressure he was under. He could only silently pray that Lin Haobo could truly bring about a miracle.

After bathing and changing, Gu Ye put on a clean set of clothes, looking much more energetic and resembling an emperor. He took a deep breath, trying to remain calm, and then followed Zhang Jing to the front hall.

As soon as he entered, Gu Ye's gaze fell on Lin Haobo, who was sitting to the side. He was tall and imposing, with a refined air about him, and it was clear at a glance that he was no ordinary person.

A glimmer of hope ignited in Gu Ye's heart. He quickly walked up to Lin Haobo and knelt down with a thud.

"Young Master Lin, I beg you, I beg you to save my wife!" His voice was hoarse and low, carrying a hint of pleading and despair.

Lin Haobo was startled when he saw Gu Ye suddenly kneel down. He quickly stood up and helped Gu Ye up. "Your Majesty, what are you doing? Please get up! This is unacceptable! This is unacceptable!"

Gu Ye stood up, staring intently at Lin Haobo, his eyes filled with expectation. "Young Master Lin, I heard from Zhang Jing that your Lin family has some research on the power of contracts. Please, please save my wife! I really can't live without her."

Lin Haobo looked troubled. He hesitated for a moment, then said, "Your Majesty, to be honest, my father did obtain an ancient book about the power of contracts back then. However, the book was incomplete and the records were not detailed. I only know a little about it and cannot be 100% certain that I can unlock the power of contracts."

Upon hearing this, Gu Ye's newly ignited hope was extinguished as if doused with a bucket of cold water. He froze for a moment, then clenched his fists so tightly that his nails almost dug into his flesh.

“Even a sliver of hope is better than me blindly searching like this.” His voice was hoarse and low, with a barely concealed tremor.

He looked at Lin Haobo and said firmly, "Young Master Lin, I beg you, you must save Xuewei! Even if there's only a sliver of hope, I hope you'll try! I'm willing to grant you any request. If it doesn't work, perhaps this is our fate as husband and wife. We can't blame anyone else."

His eyes were filled with pleading and determination; he was willing to give everything for Murong Xuewei.

Lin Haobo's brows furrowed, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. He rubbed his hands repeatedly, his heart churning with turmoil.

The one who fell victim to the power of the contract was the Empress of Daqi, a matter of utmost importance. The Emperor had sworn he wouldn't blame her, but serving the Emperor was like walking on thin ice; if he truly couldn't save her, the Emperor's wrath would unleash devastating consequences on his entire Lin family.

Gu Ye keenly sensed Lin Haobo's hesitation and worry. He understood Lin Haobo's concerns, so his tone became even more sincere: "Young Master Lin, I know this matter is difficult for you, but Xuewei's condition is critical, and I have no other choice. I swear in the name of the Emperor that no matter the outcome, I will never hold the Lin family responsible. If I break this oath, may I be struck down by heaven and earth!"

This resounding vow brought Lin Haobo some peace of mind, but it still couldn't completely dispel his concerns.

He looked at Zhang Jing, hoping Zhang Jing could give him some advice.

Seeing Lin Haobo's hesitation, Zhang Jing stepped forward, patted him on the shoulder, and said earnestly, "Haobo, I know what you're worried about. But I've known Her Majesty the Empress for a while now. She's kind-hearted, gentle, and virtuous, and it's heartbreaking that she's suffered such a calamity. Since you've studied the power of contracts, why not do a good deed and give it a try?"

Meng Ling walked to Lin Haobo's side, gently took his hand, and softly advised, "Husband, my senior brother is right. Saving a life is better than building a seven-story pagoda. Besides, Her Majesty the Empress is blessed by Heaven. Perhaps you really can create a miracle?" She paused, lowered her voice, and whispered in his ear, "Think about it, if Her Majesty the Empress is really saved, will our Lin family still have a place to stand in the Great Qi?"

As Lin Haobo listened to his wife's words, the last trace of worry in his heart gradually dissipated.

Yes, fortune favors the bold. Now that the Empress is on the verge of death and the Emperor is so earnest, this may be the perfect opportunity for the Lin family to rise to power. Besides, a doctor's heart is compassionate; how could he stand by and watch someone die?

He took a deep breath, his eyes gradually hardening. "Your Majesty, since you trust me so much, I am willing to give it my all! However, I cannot guarantee that I will succeed."

Gu Ye was overjoyed upon hearing this and quickly said, "I would be eternally grateful if Young Master Lin would lend a helping hand! Whether it succeeds or not is up to fate, and I will not blame you!"

“Your Majesty, I promise to do my utmost to save Her Majesty the Empress,” Lin Haobo said, bowing respectfully, yet with an undeniable firmness in his tone. “But I have a request.”

Gu Ye was overjoyed to hear Lin Haobo agree to treat Murong Xuewei and quickly said, "Young Master Lin, please speak freely. As long as it is within my power, I will definitely agree!"

Lin Haobo took a deep breath and said, "I hope Your Majesty can guarantee that if I fail to save Her Majesty the Empress, Your Majesty will not implicate anyone in the Lin family."