Your Highness, please stop chasing me.

Ren Yuan glanced at Ye Yi before speaking, "The whole of Yu Nan City is now spreading rumors that the Ancient Physician has miraculous medicines." His expression was serious, and he didn't seem to be faking it.

This rumor is different from the story they had agreed on before!

He couldn't help but feel worried, so he came over to ask for clarification.

Mu Xue was taken aback at first, then she understood. She guessed, "This rumor might not have been spread by us alone."

"Does Miss Wu mean that the person behind the scenes also released the information?" Yoruichi asked.

Suddenly, something occurred to him. His eyes widened as he stared at Mu Xue: "Could it be that they already know the ancient healer can cure the Gu worms on Mu Feng's body???"

Mu Xue shook her head and said slowly, "They probably haven't guessed yet. I think their purpose in doing this is for me."

"For you? What do you mean?" Ren Yuan asked, puzzled.

"I think they're doing this to lure out the ancient doctor, which is me, to clarify the matter of the divine elixir. That way, they can easily trace my identity back to the source," Mu Xue said.

Yoruichi and Ren Yuan exchanged a glance, realizing what Mu Xue had said.

Yoruichi said, "So, their plan is the same as ours!"

Wasn't this the method they wanted to use yesterday to lure out the person behind the scenes so they could follow the trail? Unexpectedly, the other side also wanted to use this tactic.

“That’s right. So, now it’s a matter of who can stay calm longer,” Mu Xue said calmly.

This time, Ren Yuan understood.

He said, "Yesterday you asked me to spread rumors about Mu Qi, just to find the person behind the poisoning of Mu Feng? How can you be so sure you can find them?"

"Before coming to see Miss Wu again, the Prince captured several assassins, who were also infected with Gu worms. The Prince suspects that these people came to Yu Nan City for Miss Wu's identity as an ancient healer," Ye Yi replied.

As long as Ren Yuan stays by Mu Xue's side, this matter can't be kept secret. It's better to let Ren Yuan know sooner rather than later, so that he can be prepared and take precautions.

Ren Yuan gave Ye Yi a playful look, understanding her meaning. He nodded and said, "I'll be staying here for the next few days. Little Xue, you won't mind if I'm not welcome!"

"No, no, of course you're welcome." Mu Xue said "welcome," but her expression didn't mean it that way.

“Fifth Miss, I am under orders from Prince Feng to protect your safety. You may stay as you please, and we can arrange accommodations for you.” Yoruichi said.

The implication is that as long as I can stay here to protect you, I don't care about the accommodations. See, isn't that much easier to arrange than what Ren Yuan across the street can do?

Mu Xue chuckled and said, "Ye Yi has worked hard, so we can't just arrange things casually. I'll have the housekeeper arrange accommodations for the two of you right away."

Mu Xue quickly walked out of the hall, and only then did she let out a long sigh of relief.

After finding Steward Wang and arranging accommodations for Ye Yi and Ren Yuan, she headed straight for Granny Kang's courtyard.

It turned out that Su Su went to the kitchen to get Kang Mama's medicine and happened to run into Wang Heping and Ren Yuan walking in. After she went back and told Kang Mama, Kang Mama asked her to come and help Mu Xue out of the predicament.

Kang Mama knew a thing or two about Cang Lin's personality. Sure enough, when Mu Xue came over, Cang Lin was chatting with Kang Mama.

"What? You've taken care of it?" Cang Lin said sarcastically.

"It's all taken care of, it's all taken care of. It was all a kind gesture from my friends, I couldn't refuse. Don't you think so, Uncle?" Mu Xue said coquettishly.

Cang Lin said irritably, "Can't you just give me a break? Look at the kind of people you know!"

Mu Xue asked curiously, "Does Uncle know Brother Ren?"

"Do you know the former Minister of War, Lord Chen?" Cang Lin asked.

“I know. Just when I was about to investigate him, I heard that he had been dismissed from his post,” Mu Xue replied.

Cang Lin didn't keep him in suspense and said directly, "Ren Yuan's father is the newly appointed Minister of War. He was previously unassuming, but unexpectedly, he quickly rose to the position of Minister. I don't believe he has no one supporting him."

Having learned part of Mu Xue's plan, he also began to pay attention to the affairs of the Western Jade Kingdom's court, and soon he noticed some clues.

"Does Uncle mean that the person behind him might not necessarily be the Regent?" Mu Xue asked, somewhat surprised.

Judging from Yoruichi's behavior just now, it's clear that Ren Yuan and they are not on the same side.

However, he was on good terms with Master Zong, which caused Mu Xue to overlook many details.

Cang Lin shook his head and continued, "Whether he's from Ye Shangyuan or not is still uncertain. Even if you ask, you probably won't find out anything. However, it's unexpected that Ren Yuan is on good terms with Master Zong."

“I heard him say that Grandpa Zong saved his life,” Mu Xue said.

"What if this is exactly how he befriends Zong Hua?" Cang Lin asked rhetorically.

Mu Xue was silent for a moment, then asked with some doubt, "It shouldn't be possible."

“I think Brother Ren is a very righteous person. Although he sometimes talks nonsense, he is very reliable in his work.” Mu Xue defended Ren Yuan.

Cang Lin knew Mu Xue's personality, so he simply reminded her, "A son may be good, but that doesn't necessarily mean his father is good too! There are some things you'd better not mention to your Brother Ren."

Mu Xue nodded and said, "I know."

Fortunately, Mu Xue did not remove the human skin mask when he returned to the manor yesterday, so at this moment, everyone still sees Mu Xue dressed as a young man.

Ren Yuan simply assumed that she liked men's clothing and that her attire was for convenience, so he didn't think much of it.

At this moment, Granny Kang also spoke up, saying, "Miss, you should listen to the young master more. He would never harm you."

Mu Xue stepped forward and took Kang Mama's hand, saying, "I will definitely listen to my uncle. Mama, you just need to focus on getting better. Don't be reluctant to take the medicine I gave you. This medicine is bitter and astringent, but you must listen to me and take the medicine."

"Yes, yes, I will definitely listen to Miss and take the pills," said Granny Kang happily.

She fell ill because of Mu Feng's actions and Mu Xue's resolute decision, which caused her mental and physical distress. It's a mental illness, and even with miraculous elixirs, she still needs to come to terms with it herself.

Mu Xue knew this, so she didn't insist.

At this moment, Wang Heping came to report: "Master, Miss, both guests have been arranged in the guest rooms in the west wing."

"Yes, Steward Wang, you need to keep a close eye on those two, make sure they don't start fighting," Mu Xue instructed.

Wang Heping was taken aback. He asked, "Then, should I separate them?"

"No need for that, I'm sure they know what they're doing. I'm just giving them a heads-up, just in case," Mu Xue said.

"Go and write down everything in those two rooms carefully. If anything is broken or missing, make them pay for it," Cang Lin said.

Wang Heping glanced at Mu Xue, who waved her hand.

He quickly bowed and withdrew.

This was truly the first time he had ever seen his master so stingy; he felt a little embarrassed.