After being sentenced to death, she came to her senses.

"Did he really say that?"

After returning to the mansion, Granny Qian relayed He Chunming's words to Madam Wang. Upon hearing them, Madam Wang frowned, feeling somewhat troubled.

"Then we'll bribe people to line up, and the whole line will be ours. How could we not see her then?"

“But Doctor Qi’s consultation hours are unpredictable. They used to be regular, but lately they depend entirely on his mood. Even Boss He doesn’t know the exact times.” Granny Qian was quite troubled.

Upon hearing this, Madam Wang slammed her fist on the table in anger. "How can there be such an arrogant doctor in the world? I couldn't hire him even if I spent a fortune?"

"Even a miracle doctor has his temper, and besides, she probably doesn't need our money. The Yi Shen Dan is said to cost a hundred taels of silver per pill, and the key is that it's hard to buy."

"One hundred taels?" Madam Wang almost fainted. Even if they really got their hands on it, they couldn't afford it. Did they really think they were some wealthy family? Besides, her son was getting married soon, and they couldn't afford such a waste. But if she couldn't offer the Spirit-Boosting Pill to the old lady, she wouldn't be able to regain control of the household.

After thinking it over and over, Mrs. Wang was at her wits' end. "What should I do?"

Of course, it wasn't just the Wang family who were worried about the Yi Shen Dan; Fang Zhengyong was also concerned.

Hearing that the Yi Shen Dan could alleviate the old lady's condition and even help her recover, Fang Zhengyong inquired everywhere. However, the Yi Shen Dan was extremely difficult to obtain, and even money could not guarantee its availability.

Fang Zhengyong was very anxious and, unusually, swallowed his pride to ask his friend for help, but unfortunately, he returned disappointed.

The old lady's condition was urgent, and Fang Zhengyong had no choice but to send people to Danxi Pharmacy multiple times to ask to see Doctor Qi, but none of them were successful.

Liu wanted to help him out of this predicament and tried to send someone to see Doctor Qi, but was told that Doctor Qi would be closing for a few days and would not see anyone.

The patients who were originally waiting in line were very dissatisfied when they learned that Dr. Qi was going to stop seeing patients again. They believed that it was because they always sent people to harass Dr. Qi that he got angry and stopped seeing patients. For a time, these people complained about the Fang family. They even started to curse at the Fang family members when they saw them, making the Fang family members afraid to go out.

The person in the most difficult position after this incident was Madam Liu. She managed such a large household and often needed to go out to shop. Having just taken over the reins of the household, she certainly couldn't delegate everything to the servants. She had to do everything herself to show her dedication.

But now, people go out and talk behind their backs. Some people say really nasty things, regardless of whether they are officials or not. They are sick and just want to give up. The Fang family can't do anything about it.

"Now our Fang family is treated like rats in the street, hated by everyone. Is he some kind of divine doctor, Qi? Does he have such great abilities?" Liu was furious.

Fang Yunyao sighed, "What can we do? Everyone is scrambling for a single Yi Shen Dan. This time, because our Fang family kept coming to ask for the medicine, we got some publicity. Now everyone knows that Doctor Qi has superb medical skills and that the pills he makes have the effect of bringing the dead back to life and prolonging life."

"You, all you do is make sarcastic remarks. Why don't you hurry up and think of a way? If we can get the Mind-Boosting Pill, the old lady will definitely look at us differently."

"Mother, even if Grandmother treats us differently, will she still give you the power to manage the household after she recovers?"

After thinking for a moment, Madam Liu simply sat down and said helplessly, "Forget it, the Yi Shen Dan is so expensive, and the old lady's condition may require long-term use. I'd better not cause myself any trouble. Wang Zhiyu is quite concerned. She's eager to get rid of the punishment and regain control of the household, so she has to find a way to please the old lady."

The maid glanced sideways and whispered, "But if the concubine really finds the Mind-Boosting Pill, it might be detrimental to us."

"Just prevent her from finding it, won't that solve the problem?" Liu gave a barely perceptible chuckle.

While the Fang family was going to great lengths to obtain a single medicine, Fang Xiaoran was focused on renovating the North Residence. In just a few days, the North Residence had begun to take shape, and it did indeed have the style of the Nanling area. However, the place was too small and could only be condensed, but it was still quite nice to live in.

Fang Xiaoran was discussing with Lin Shuo about digging a small pond in the yard and building a small arched bridge in the middle. The pond would be perfect for cultivating some special medicinal herbs and raising fish. Most importantly, since there was only one path leading in, it would be easier to spot any unauthorized people sneaking in.

However, she had to consider the cost. If it was too expensive, she would rather skip it. Although she had some savings, she couldn't afford to squander them.

Just as they were discussing, Qinglan came over and whispered, "Miss, I just ran into Fang'er, the maid of the Princess of Changping, at the door when I came back from shopping. She said the princess would like to invite you for a chat."

"Princess Changping? What does she want with me?"

"This servant does not know, and Fang'er did not say anything either. She only said that the county princess would be waiting for you at the Millennium Tower."

It seemed that the county magistrate hadn't given her a chance to refuse at all, Fang Xiaoran thought to herself.

After arranging everything, Fang Xiaoran took out her jade hairpin, stuck it in her hair, and went out.

She figured that Princess Changping was probably here for the hairpin. Last time, she could clearly sense that the Ninth Princess had a special feeling for the hairpin, so why not just find out more directly?

Millennium Tower is located in the most bustling eastern city center of Yancheng. It is one of the most luxurious places in Yancheng and a place frequently visited by royalty and nobility.

Zhao Junning chose to meet Fang Xiaoran here for two reasons: first, she didn't want to be disturbed; second, she really liked the pastries and desserts made by Qianxilou, and every few days she would have her maid come to Qianxilou to buy some to take back and eat.

But taking it home wouldn't have the same charm as enjoying it at Millennium Restaurant. This was a rare opportunity, and she certainly wouldn't miss it.

"Princess, Miss Fang has arrived." Fang'er was arranging incense when she inadvertently saw Fang Xiaoran passing by downstairs and entering the gate of Millennium Building.

Zhao Junning slightly raised the corners of her lips, revealing a barely perceptible smile.

Upon entering Millennium Building, Fang Xiaoran went directly to ask the manager, who told her that the county princess was in the Starry Mist Private Room on the third floor. He then casually beckoned to a young man and said to him, "Take Miss Fang up there."

This surprised Fang Xiaoran. She had not revealed her identity, so how could the shopkeeper recognize her at a glance? Or had the Princess of Changping informed her in advance?

That's certainly possible, after all, he is a distinguished guest that the county magistrate is waiting for.

After going upstairs with the young man, they arrived at the Star Mist Private Room. The young man knocked on the door and said, "Reporting to the County Princess, Miss Fang has arrived."

"Let her in."

As Zhao Junning's voice came out, the door opened, and Fang'er bowed slightly to Fang Xiaoran, gesturing for her to enter. Fang Xiaoran nodded and went in, where she saw Zhao Junning sitting by the window, smiling at her.

Fang Xiaoran immediately bowed and said, "Greetings, Princess Changping."

"No need for formalities, please sit down," Zhao Junning said with a faint smile.

Since she had said so, Fang Xiaoran naturally stopped being reserved and chose to sit opposite her. At first, Zhao Junning did not explain the purpose of inviting Fang Xiaoran, but simply talked to Fang Xiaoran about the food and pastries at Millennium Restaurant, praising them endlessly.

As she spoke, she glanced at the hairpin in Fang Xiaoran's hair and said with a smile, "You're still wearing it."