Quick Transmigration: The Green Tea Mistress's Guide to Seduction - A Master's Handbook

"What's wrong with Rong-ge'er? My father said he'd be out in two days, but we've been waiting for four." Only at times like this did Madam Hou treat Qin Shenzhi better.

"Now there is a dispute in the court because of this matter. Originally, Imperial Censor Feng had already agreed that my elder brother could be released, but someone found out that my elder brother and his group had hidden Cold Food Powder. They usually..." Qin Shenzhi only said half of his sentence before Lady Hou fainted to the side.

The room suddenly became chaotic. It was Xie Qingyu who took charge at this moment, arranging for a maid to fetch a doctor and to ventilate the Lady Hou's room so that she could wake up.

Fortunately, Lady Hou was only stunned by the sudden news, which caused her to faint. She regained consciousness before the doctor even arrived.

"Hanshi San?" Lady Hou's hands trembled slightly, and she asked, completely disregarding her own health.

Was it inconvenient for Qin Shenzhi to enter the Lady Hou's bedroom? He remained standing in the main hall, answering through the door, "It is indeed Hanshi San (Cold Food Powder)."

Lady Hou then belatedly realized the seriousness of the situation and understood why Qin Lingrong had not been released for so long this time.

The Cold Food Powder was one of the reasons that led to the downfall of the previous dynasty.

It was the emperor's obsession with Cold Food Powder that led to corrupt officials holding power and the people suffering.

Since the overthrow of the previous dynasty, this dynasty has established laws strictly prohibiting the use of Cold Food Powder. Even doctors are not allowed to use it for emergency treatment. Furthermore, some of the medicinal ingredients in it are strictly controlled, and most people simply cannot access it.

It's unclear how Qin Lingrong obtained it.

Moreover, this place is harmful to the body!

Lady Hou was most worried about Qin Lingrong's health. Even at this point, she firmly believed that Qin Lingrong would be able to get out, so she had to make sure he recovered well.

"What does His Majesty say now?" Lady Hou asked, a glimmer of hope still lingering in her eyes.

"His Majesty hasn't given any orders yet. He's just ordering people to investigate the origin of this stuff. After all, my brother and the others only used it for fun, while those who let them come into contact with the Cold Food Powder were the ones with malicious intentions. So, until the matter is clarified, my brother will have to stay in prison for a while longer," Qin Shenzhi said.

If Qin Shenzhi had said that before, even if Qin Lingrong couldn't come out these days, the Lady of the Marquis would have been more at ease.

But he mentioned the Cold Food Powder first, so how could Lady Hou be at ease?

Even though she was a woman confined to the inner quarters, she knew the importance of the Cold Food Powder, as it was something that could shake the very foundation of the nation.

"It must be those people around my son who have corrupted him! Guards, sell off all those boys who usually follow Rong-ge'er!" Lady Hou was furious.

"Mother, it's best not to do that, otherwise outsiders might think you're covering something up," Qin Shenzhi said.

"You're right. Before Rong-ge'er comes out, the people around him should also be investigated. We shouldn't make any rash moves." Madam Hou was also furious just now.

"I'll go with you to see Rong-ge'er today," Lady Hou suddenly said.

Qin Lingrong has been imprisoned for almost ten days. From the beginning, Madam Hou has been living in fear and now she doesn't know what to do.

“Mother, it’s better not to go. The conditions in prison are harsh, and I’m afraid you won’t be able to bear it. Besides, it’s a time of strict investigation right now. It would be fine if my sister-in-law went. Mother just went to see Prime Minister Wang a few days ago…” Qin Shenzhi spoke without leaving any room for doubt.

"Then go, go see if Rong-ge'er is doing well, tell him not to worry. I'll go to your maternal grandfather's place this afternoon, tell him not to worry either," Madam Hou urged Xie Qingyu anxiously.

"Also, bring more things this time. Last time we thought he would be out in two days, so we didn't bring much. Bring more." After saying that, Madam Hou instructed Granny Lai to prepare the things.

"By the way, if Mother has any good medicine, you can bring a couple of bottles for my elder brother," Qin Shenzhi suddenly said.

Lady Hou's figure paused, and she swayed slightly.

Xie Qingyu looked into Qin Shenzhi's dark eyes and could tell what he meant.

At this moment, Madam Hou didn't even have the courage to ask Qin Lingrong if he was injured. Nothing is more painful than knowing that your son is suffering and being unable to help him. It's like tearing out a mother's heart.

"Granny Lai, quickly go and get my most treasured medicine." The Lady Hou's voice was a little unsteady.

"Okay." Granny Lai almost ran away.

"His Majesty personally sent people to interrogate me, so I was truly powerless to use torture," Qin Shenzhi explained.

This explanation was practically a blatant admission to Lady Hou that Qin Lingrong had been tortured and suffered greatly in prison.

"Is there enough medicine? Your older brother needs to take medicine every day..."

"Enough." Qin Shenzhi suddenly spoke, interrupting the Lady Hou's emotions.

"Mother, please prepare the things quickly. I'll have my sister-in-law and I deliver them together later. My eldest brother is currently a high-priority detainee, and they don't allow visits easily. We need to make arrangements in advance."

“Money is not a problem.” Lady Hou turned to look at him and said, “You just need to take good care of your elder brother.”

"Go back and change your clothes quickly. Go with your second brother to see Rong-ge'er and see if he needs anything. We'll send it to him later."

Lady Hou composed herself and immediately began making arrangements.

Xie Qingyu went back to change her clothes, while Madam Hou packed her things. Finally, she left the mansion with Qin Shenzhi, carrying all the belongings.

When they left the mansion, Qin Shenzhi rode a horse, while Xie Qingyu rode in a carriage.

However, before they had gone far from the Marquis's residence and even reached the outskirts of the city, Qin Shenzhi entered the carriage.

Xie Qingyu looked at Qin Shenzhi, who had a natural attitude, and remained silent for a moment.

Qin Shenzhi hasn't been back for the past few days, he must have been very busy, there's some stubble on his chin that he hasn't had time to groom, and he looks more mature.

"How could you..." Xie Qingyu pointed to the coachman outside.

"It's too cold outside. Sister-in-law, would you mind if I came in to warm up?" Qin Shenzhi said.

Xie Qingyu looked at Qin Shenzhi and saw that his expression was natural, so she had nothing to say. The sun was shining outside, and it wasn't too cold in autumn.

But since he was so shameless as to say it, Xie Qingyu had no reason to refute him.

Seeing Xie Qingyu's "whatever" attitude, Qin Shenzhi felt a sense of relief.

These past few days, Qin Shenzhi has been scheming in front of the Emperor about how to deal with Prime Minister Wang, and also arranging other matters. He is extremely exhausted. Even his return today is just one part of the plan, and he has been constantly busy.

Looking at Xie Qingyu at this moment, he seemed to have gained a moment of peace.

You don't have to think about anything.

He even had the urge to tease her.

"I heard you want to know about my childhood?" Qin Shenzhi suddenly spoke up. "Then why don't you ask me?"