The legitimate daughter returns, and everyone in the Marquis's mansion regrets and begs for for

This person is just so annoying!

"Qu Qingwan, did you rig the gambling den? That's why I lost so badly! You bitch, I'll beat you to death!"

Qu Jiaen glared fiercely at Qu Muya.

"What did you say?" Qu Muya feigned ignorance.

Her eyes were full of innocence: "Have you lost your mind? How could I possibly go to a place like a casino, let alone use any tricks on someone like you?"

Qu Jia'en was momentarily speechless, then angrily pointed at Qu Muya's nose and berated her.

"You dare say you didn't steal my purse?!"

"I stole your purse?"

Qu Muya looked utterly bewildered: "I don't have that kind of time. Besides, didn't you throw your purse into the ditch a long time ago?"

"You're lying! It was clearly you! You're the one who made me lose all my savings, and today I'm going to get justice for myself!"

Qu Muya feigned sudden realization: "Oh, you mean that purse? I'm sorry, I did take it once, but that was because...you threw it into the ditch yourself. I saw you meant well, so I returned it to you."

"You—" Qu Jia'en pointed at Qu Muya's nose, her face flushed red, "You little bitch! You wait, I'll make you beg for mercy on your knees one day!"

"Great! I'll be waiting for that day!"

Seeing that Qu Muya refused to back down, Qu Jia'en had no choice but to fling her robe and angrily turn away.

Qu Muya thought to herself that she was really lucky today, as she had actually saved a life on this trip.

But what's wrong with me today? Why does my heart keep racing?

She shook her head and went back to catch up on her sleep.

When she woke up again, Cuihua came in carrying a bowl of steaming hot porridge.

"By the way, Miss, have you heard? Last night outside the palace, the Emperor, the Empress Dowager, and a prince all witnessed a shocking case. Do you think it might be related to you?"

Do you think I'm that kind of person?

Qu Muya couldn't help but ask her a question in return.

Upon hearing this, Cuihua had no choice but to lower her head and admit defeat: "This servant was too talkative."

"Um."

After finishing her meal, Qu Muya chatted with Cuihua for a while before leaving the room to look for Murong Jing.

The next day.

Qu Muya was still dreaming when Cuihua shook her awake.

She rubbed her eyes and complained, "What's all the noise so early in the morning? It's so noisy."

"Miss, get up quickly! The Emperor, the Empress Dowager, and the Prince have all arrived!"

what?

Qu Muya immediately jumped out of bed.

These old foxes, just because they saved Murong Jing's life, they actually went to such lengths to bring up the emperor.

No, I absolutely cannot reveal any weakness, otherwise I will truly be doomed.

Qu Muya hurriedly dressed and quickly washed herself, not even bothering to change her shoes, before rushing to the front hall.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects! Long live the Emperor! Congratulations on your triumphant return!"

Qu Muya knelt down and kowtowed deeply.

"Rise!"

Murong Jing's voice was a little hoarse, indicating that he hadn't slept all night.

He waved his hand, signaling for someone to help Qu Muya up. Then, looking at her, he asked, "Qu Muya, I sent someone to inquire today. Murong Jing has already returned to Xiliang. Tell me, what exactly did you do to him last night?"

"I."

Qu Muya was taken aback, thinking to herself, how did this old fox know that she was the one who rescued Murong Jing?

Did Murong Jing let something slip?

"What? You dare not admit it?" The Emperor looked at her expression, as if he had expected it all along.

This woman is quite bold.

"No." Qu Muya lowered her head. "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I wasn't feeling well yesterday, so I couldn't escort Murong Jing back to the capital."

"Really? Then why did he suddenly faint, and why is the poison still in his body?" Murong Jing asked, narrowing his eyes.

"This humble woman does not know, and I hope Your Majesty can tell me the whole story." Qu Muya looked up and met his gaze.

"After all, I am but a woman; how could I possibly understand these medical principles?"

"Oh, you mean all of this has nothing to do with you?" The emperor still wore a faint, indifferent smile, but that smile was chilling.

"Your Majesty, I dare not deceive you. It's just that last night, I really didn't see clearly what happened to Murong Jing."

"Is that so? Then I'll provide you with some evidence to convince you, how about that?"

"Alright!" Qu Muya gritted her teeth. "Then, Your Majesty, please speak!"

"I ordered an investigation into Murong Jing's illness. He was poisoned by a rare poison called Seven Star Powder. Those poisoned by this will feel weak all over and may even fall into a coma."

"What?" Qu Muya was shocked.

Wouldn't Murong Jing be in great danger?

The Emperor scoffed, "He's only been weak for a while. If even this kind of medicine can't cure him, then his life is ruined!"

Seven Star Powder is a deadly poison that even the antidote for Guiguzi's "Nine Yin White Bone Claw" cannot counteract!

Qu Muya's heart pounded. She couldn't help but wonder if she had really made a mistake by saving his life.

"Your Majesty, what kind of poison is Seven Star Powder? Can it be cured?" Qu Muya hesitated for a moment, then finally couldn't help but ask.

The Emperor raised an eyebrow: "I thought you weren't interested."

Qu Muya smiled awkwardly: "I was just asking casually."

"The Seven Star Powder is indeed a rare substance, but it is not entirely inexplicable."

The Emperor paused, then continued, "Unless you can find an antidote, the Seven Star Powder poison will last for three months, eventually causing death. During this time, Murong Jing will be confined to his bed, unable to move."

"Wouldn't that make me a murderer?"

"What do you think?" The Emperor glanced at her sideways, then added, "However, if Murong Jing willingly takes the antidote, the blame will fall on someone else. You only need to bear your own responsibility."

Qu Muya nodded: "Alright, I've remembered, I'll think of a way as soon as possible."

After the emperor left, he immediately summoned his personal eunuch.

"Issue the decree: immediately order an investigation into the identity of the eldest daughter of the Qu family. Find out the formula for Seven Star Powder at all costs, and find out which pharmacy produced it!"

"Yes, sir!" The eunuch respectfully accepted the order and left.

Qu Muya, you really do have some tricks up your sleeve!

The old emperor slightly curled his lips, a strange light flashing in his eyes.

The news of the Emperor's incognito visit quickly spread throughout the household. Not long after, a maid came to find Qu Muya.

I rushed to the main hall and saw that everyone in the hall had arrived.

"Father" Qu Muya bowed to each of the elders before sitting down.