The Female Supporting Character's Counterattack: The Evil King's Doctor Consort's Ent

Chapter 63 The Northern Yi National Preceptor

In her previous life, Gu Fuling had always lived by the rules, and being subservient to others was not a psychological burden for her at all.

However, doing this in her lifetime has become more meaningful to her.

Generally speaking, if someone has already abandoned their dignity and knelt down to ask for something, then that thing must be very important to them, so the person being asked will usually agree.

However, Gu Lingzhi took a step back, avoiding the direction in which Gu Fuling was kneeling.

She lowered her eyes, a deep, turbulent emotion surging within them, her gaze fixed intently on Gu Fuling's face.

Gu Fuling wasn't the only one who knew the inside story; as someone who had witnessed Gu Lingzhi's entire life, she also knew.

The person Gu Fuling wanted her to save this time was someone who was truly important to her. The reason she was able to turn her life around so quickly was because of this person.

After Gu Fuling was reborn, she unintentionally helped that person with a small favor, but that person always remembered it. Even when Gu Fuling was giving birth for the last time in her life and almost died, that person risked his life to save her.

That person was none other than Yue Shuyi, the former Crown Prince of Lanyue Kingdom, who was now appointed as the Imperial Preceptor by the Emperor.

The Kingdom of Lanyue is very small and its national strength is even weaker, with a total population of less than tens of thousands, yet everyone there is skilled in medicine.

The country is located in a region that is good at producing top-quality medicinal herbs. Over the years, Lan Yue has paid tribute to Bei Yi with countless medicinal herbs.

As for the Crown Prince of Lanyue, he was clearly a hostage in Beiyi, but he was given the title of Imperial Preceptor, which was a way of showing the benevolence of the Beiyi Emperor.

When Gu Fuling saw that Gu Lingzhi had actually avoided her, a hint of annoyance appeared in her lowered eyes. A cold light flashed in her eyes, but she quickly concealed it when she looked up.

Gu Lingzhi said calmly, "Your Highness may have misunderstood. I can only treat external injuries and am powerless to treat other illnesses."

It has to be said that when Gu Lingzhi thought of this scene, her feelings for Gu Fuling grew even colder.

She was almost furious when she saw that part of the plot.

Gu Fuling approached Yue Shuyi entirely because of Yue Shuyi's identity, plus the most famous treasure of Lan Yue Kingdom... the Life-Extending Gu.

Legend has it that members of the royal family of Lan Yue Kingdom cultivate a Gu (a type of poison) within their bodies from a young age. Upon reaching adulthood, this Gu grants them immunity to all poisons. Most importantly, this Gu can cure the vast majority of rare poisons in the world and even prolong a person's life.

The price is simple: the life-extending Gu, which has grown into the heart, is dug out and used as a medicinal ingredient for the person whose life is to be extended.

Gu Lingzhi felt a chill run through her body. She had always thought Gu Fuling was too cold-hearted, and now, thinking about this matter, she felt even less inclined to say another word to her.

Gu Fuling quickly said, "Fuling doesn't insist that Young Master Gu can cure the person, but... I just want peace of mind."

Gu Lingzhi sneered inwardly, feeling helpless.

The so-called peace of mind means ensuring that the life-extending Gu is safe and sound.

She was a reborn person, so she naturally knew that she would face a great calamity on the day of her delivery, because in her previous life, she had lost her child.

She had devoted herself to this for so many years, searching everywhere for ways to cure Yue Shuyi's illness, even going so far as to risk her life to find medicinal herbs, all so that in the future, when her child was born, Yue Shuyi would sacrifice himself for her.

This woman's scheming is, to say the least, truly terrifying.

Gu Lingzhi lowered her eyes, a strange look flashing in them. She nodded gently: "In that case, if it's convenient for you, you can take me to meet that person."

A look of joy immediately appeared on Gu Fuling's face.

“He is in the palace. It’s not difficult for me to see him. Please come with me, Young Master Gu.”

Gu Fuling got up from the ground, her forehead still damp with sweat. She quickly led the way, and the two of them walked through the winding corridors, heading straight for a quiet side hall on the north side.

It's very quiet here, and few people come near.

Even the palace maids were reduced to only three or five, all busy with their own tasks, quiet and not daring to speak.

Upon seeing Gu Fuling arrive, the palace maids showed little surprise and all bowed respectfully, saying, "Greetings, Your Highness!"

Gu Fuling raised her chin and waved to the palace maids.

"You all go down first, I'll go in and see the Imperial Advisor."

"Yes!"

The palace maids withdrew one after another, and Gu Fuling walked in front, gently pushing open the courtyard gate.

The courtyard was filled with a deep blue flower, and a very fragrant aroma permeated the air.

Gu Lingzhi couldn't help but glance at the petals again, her pupils shrinking slightly.

Because these exotic blue roses exude a kind of gas that numbs the senses.

It's clear that each flower was treated with chemicals.

She realized she was getting distracted, so she quickly brought her mind back and followed Gu Fuling to the door without making a sound.

A soft cough came from inside.

"Who?"

The voice was somewhat hoarse and sounded very unpleasant. Gu Fuling immediately showed a concerned expression and pushed open the door to come in.

"I am Fuling, and I have come to visit the Imperial Preceptor."

Gu Lingzhi had also heard of the Grand Preceptor of Bei Yi Kingdom. His medical skills were superb, and he had cured the emperor of several serious injuries. Unfortunately, a doctor cannot heal himself, and Yue Shuyi was born with an illness.

"Come in."

The words were still very short and cold. Gu Lingzhi followed Gu Fuling inside and saw a young man with long hair and wearing a sky-blue robe sitting near the window.

The man had a very young face, looking no more than twenty years old. As soon as Gu Fuling entered, his previously listless eyes immediately lit up.

He pursed his lips and remained silent. His emotions fluctuated, and his cough worsened. He clutched his chest for a long time before finally uttering his first words since they met: "Fuling, where have you been?"

A barely perceptible dark glint flashed across Gu Fuling's eyes.

She strode forward, took his arm and helped him sit down: "I've had some trivial matters to attend to these past few days, which is why I haven't been able to come to the palace to see you. How are you?"

Yue Shuyi shook his head, his face pale, so pale that it seemed as if there was no blood in his skin.

The curve of those thin lips was gentle, as if the cold tone from before was not coming from the same person.

After the two had finished catching up, Gu Fuling said, "Shuyi, he's the doctor I found for you. I've heard his medical skills are excellent. Why don't you let him take a look?"

With just a simple sentence, Gu Fuling subconsciously erased her importance.

This habit prevented Yue Shuyi from having any urge to learn more about Gu Lingzhi.

Normally, one would introduce oneself by name, but with Gu Fuling, it was no longer necessary.

Gu Lingzhi was just the doctor she had invited.

She lowered her eyes, her gaze shimmering, and said nothing.

Gu Fuling whispered a lot about flowers to Yue Shuyi, and only then did Yue Shuyi reluctantly nod.

However, the way he looked at Gu Lingzhi was tinged with distrust.

After all, Gu Fuling and Yue Shuyi's relationship was cultivated from childhood. If she exposed Gu Fuling's feelings in front of Yue Shuyi today, he would probably only regard her as an enemy, and might even warn Gu Fuling to be careful of her.

Gu Fuling said all the nice things and did all the good deeds before walking up to Gu Lingzhi and smiling gently: "Brother Gu, although he is the Imperial Advisor, he still has some childlike qualities. Please don't take offense."

This remark about Brother Gu was clearly a bit too much. Gu Lingzhi's eyes flickered, but she didn't say anything more: "Now, can I see it?"

Gu Lingzhi asked a question in return, and Gu Fuling seemed to just remember, so she quickly stepped aside.

"Thank you for your help, Brother Gu."

Gu Lingzhi strode over to the table to relieve herself.

This time, Yue Shuyi didn't say much and placed her wrist on the table.

Both of them were doctors, and Yue Shuyi was even more aware of his own condition, because even he himself could not cure it, so he was even less likely to trust others.

Beneath my fingertips, I could feel the pulse of youth beating.

Gu Lingzhi narrowed her eyes and re-examined the other person's expression.

Determining a patient's condition is an essential skill for every doctor, so Gu Lingzhi quickly learned all about the patient's physical condition.

She released her grip and took a step back: "I'm sorry, I can't help you with your congenital heart condition."

Yue Shuyi slightly curled the corners of his lips, "Fuling, I've heard this kind of talk many times. Are you determined to make me give up?"

Gu Fuling immediately became anxious: "No, there must be a way to cure your illness!"

As she spoke, her eyes quickly welled up with tears.

Her eyes were filled with a hazy mist, and coupled with her expression, she looked so pitiful that it broke your heart.

Yue Shuyi, who should have been the most heartbroken, immediately comforted her: "I've survived all these years, I'll definitely keep living, you don't need to worry about me anymore."

Gu Lingzhi stood to the side, taking in all of Gu Fuling's expressions.

This scene was undeniably moving, if Gu Fuling hadn't been acting...

Turning her head to the side, Gu Lingzhi gently rubbed her fingertips, but her mind was racing.

Why did Gu Fuling call her out? Was it just for this incurable disease?

impossible!

Gu Lingzhi's gaze deepened, a hint of wariness gathering in her eyes, while Gu Fuling began to say goodbye to Yue Shuyi.

"I'll take the doctor back first, you get some rest."

Yue Shuyi nodded, but the reluctance in her eyes was very obvious.

With a heartbroken expression, Gu Fuling led Gu Lingzhi out of the room.

As soon as she stepped out the door, Gu Fuling raised her chin and glanced at Gu Lingzhi: "I grew up with the Imperial Preceptor, we're practically childhood sweethearts. Naturally, I'm most concerned about his health. Although there's still no improvement this time, I still want to thank you... Brother Gu..."

She drew out the last note slightly, and Gu Fuling, who had already reached the corner at the entrance of the courtyard, suddenly stopped.