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

Chapter 74 They didn't take me seriously.

Seeing that Gu Lingzhi was lost in thought, Mo Jiuxiao lifted her face up.

He forced her pupils to contain him, and said coldly, "Don't you even care about me?"

Gu Lingzhi sensed the strong hint of jealousy in Mo Jiuxiao's words and quickly interrupted, "Have all the arrangements been made?"

Mo Jiuxiao's face was slightly cold, but when he heard the other party ask this question, he still turned his head and said, "Yes!"

Gu Lingzhi felt somewhat relieved.

There are still three days left, and everything is still in time. She wants to give Gu Fuling the biggest surprise.

It was already dark, and the lanterns in Yunyang Palace had been lit.

The dim light shimmered on Yue Shuyi's pale face as he stared at the withered blue petals in his palm, his thin lips pressed tightly together.

The door was pushed open, and a young maidservant came in: "Grand Preceptor, you should rest early, otherwise it will be bad for your health."

She placed the bitter-smelling herbal medicine on the table.

A sharp pain shot through Yue Shuyi's chest. He frowned, but still drank the entire bowl of extremely bitter medicine.

The more Yue Shuyi understood her illness, the more unwilling she felt to accept it.

The petals shattered into tiny fragments at her fingertips, and a sentence echoed in Yue Shuyi's mind.

His master told him personally that, given his health, he would definitely not live past the age of twenty.

Now, he is over twenty-two years old and relies entirely on herbal medicine three times a day to stay alive.

If it weren't for the life-extending Gu he had been given since childhood, he probably would have died long ago.

Although life was difficult, he still wanted to live.

Because whenever he closes his eyes, he sees the image of his mother dying in front of him, bleeding from all seven orifices.

His birth mother died the day before, and he was sent to Beiyi as a hostage the next day. What was the reason for this? Who killed his mother? This became the answer he sought throughout his life.

The maidservant at the door said in a slightly hurried voice, "Grand Preceptor, we have a guest, it's the Third Prince's Consort!"

The maid's tone was very cheerful, clearly indicating that she was very happy about Gu Fuling's arrival.

The Imperial Preceptor's residence was usually very quiet. Although many ministers came seeking favors, Yue Shuyi never received them, except for Gu Fuling.

His brows relaxed, and his eyes softened at the thought of Gu Fuling: "Let her in!"

Gu Fuling pushed open the door and entered, gently raising her eyebrows as she hung her cloak to the side.

"I wonder if the Imperial Advisor will be angry at me for disturbing him so late at night?"

She smiled gently, her eyes filled with tenderness. After exchanging pleasantries like an old friend, Gu Fuling sat down directly opposite Yue Shuyi.

Yue Shuyi's expression relaxed a little, and she gently shook her head: "Of course not, but will the Third Prince mind that you came to the palace so late?"

Gu Fuling's eyes were full of happiness: "The Third Prince understands Fuling's character, so of course he won't have any complaints about Fuling. Fuling is just worried about the Imperial Preceptor's health, so she came to visit him. Moreover, Fuling also heard some news."

Yue Shuyi asked casually, with a hint of doubt, "What news?"

"I heard that Doctor Gu has found a suitable candidate. I heard this good news and wanted to tell you as soon as possible."

Yue Shuyi's eyes widened instantly.

Gu Fuling thought he was startled by the surprise, so she quickly smiled and said, "When you get better, I will definitely take you out more often, so you won't stay cooped up in the palace all the time."

Yue Shuyi's eyes flickered.

His gaze was fixed on Gu Fuling, and it was precisely because he knew Gu Fuling's true birthday that he was so deeply moved.

Could this person be Gu Fuling herself?

Unconsciously, he felt an overwhelming sense of emotion.

His lips were a little dry as he asked, word by word, "Who is that person?"

Gu Fuling said casually, "It seems to be Huo Lianyue from the Minister's Mansion."

When she said those words, Yue Shuyi was stunned.

It was like a bucket of cold water suddenly poured over his head, extinguishing all the passion in his heart in that instant.

However, he did not react much.

Gu Fuling thought he was listening attentively, and there was a hint of apology in her eyes: "I'm really useless. I've been searching for so long and haven't been able to find a suitable candidate. I didn't expect that Gu Zhi would be found so easily."

Yue Shuyi lowered his eyes, his thick eyelashes obscuring his cold and indifferent gaze, and his lips slowly tightened.

Gu Fuling continued, "However, this is a matter of life and death, and Minister Huo will definitely not agree. I'm afraid he will be in a very difficult position."

Yue Shuyi suddenly interrupted her: "No need!"

Gu Fuling tilted her head back and stared into his eyes: "What did you say?"

"I've already told Gu Zhi that I don't want treatment, and I don't need any medicinal ingredients for me. Besides, I don't believe this illness can be cured. Don't forget, I am the best doctor in Lan Yue Kingdom!"

There is absolutely no doubt about this.

Many people have witnessed Yue Shuyi's abilities firsthand. When he arrived here at the age of eleven, he had already demonstrated his superb medical skills.

"But... this is the only hope. How can you not cure him? Don't you want to return to Lanyue and avenge your mother?"

Gu Fuling's words struck a nerve with Yue Shuyi.

Because Gu Fuling knew everything that was going on, she knew exactly what Yue Shuyi wanted.

Yue Shuyi gripped her sleeves tightly: "But we can't let these things cost an innocent person their life."

Gu Fuling sighed: "I knew Brother Yue was soft-hearted and would never agree, which is why I told you about this in advance. However, it's hard to say what the Emperor's final decision will be. I'm afraid that even if Brother Yue doesn't accept it, he won't be able to save her life."

Her eyes were filled with helplessness: "I never imagined that person could be so ruthless. Sister Lianyue is a good girl, but this matter has already reached Father Emperor's ears. Father Emperor is very angry and has given the Minister's Mansion three days to find a way to prove Sister Lianyue's birthday, but the other party's evidence is irrefutable..."

Yue Shuyi stood up directly from the chair.

In his anxiety, he couldn't help but clutch his chest and cough violently for a while, his face turning somewhat pale.

Seeing him like this, Gu Fuling couldn't bear to upset him any further, so she quickly got up and patted his back.

"Brother Yue, don't worry. If you have anything to say, Fuling will naturally convey it to Father Emperor on your behalf."

A layer of sweat appeared on Yue Shuyi's forehead: "That person is obviously spouting nonsense and wants to kill me and others. I will go and tell the Emperor right now."

Gu Fuling shook her head: "Father has already made up his mind about this matter. Even if Brother Yue goes through this, Father will not waver."

Yue Shuyi turned to look at her: "Is there any way to use Poria cocos?"

Gu Fuling lowered her head, a troubled expression on her face: "I do have a way!"

"any solution?"

Gu Fuling bit her lower lip, as if she couldn't bear it. After hesitating for a long time, she finally said her thought: "Kill him!"

As for who to kill, it's naturally Gu Lingzhi.

Because of Gu Lingzhi's mention of her birthday, Gu Fuling sensed danger from the very beginning.

Although she wasn't sure if the other party knew that the arrows shot on the city wall were from someone she had ordered, even just to be on the safe side, she couldn't keep the person that Mo Jiuxiao valued so much.

Yue Shuyi lowered his eyes and said softly, "I will consider this matter."

Gu Fuling looked nervous: "Brother Yue, I'm just offering a suggestion. I'll think of other ways."

Yue Shuyi didn't say anything, so Gu Fuling directly said goodbye.

However, just as she reached the door, Yue Shuyi looked up and asked, "Fuling, when is your birthday? I've prepared a gift for you."

Gu Fuling's face turned pale instantly. She had something to hide, and her tone was somewhat flustered. However, when she turned her head, her face remained friendly: "Didn't Brother Yue already know? The case file clearly shows that it was in October."

She made a point of mentioning the case file, trying to avoid the topic.

"The Third Prince is probably impatient, so I'll head back to my residence first. Farewell!"

Yue Shuyi watched Gu Fuling's retreating figure, his heart sinking slightly.

The discovery of Gu Fuling's true birth date was purely accidental, because the longevity lock that Gu Fuling wore had a specific date engraved on it.

Moreover, he overheard Gu Lingzhi and her mother talking about Gu Fuling at a palace banquet. Gu Fuling and Gu Lingzhi's younger brother were born on the same day, or even at the same hour, which was a major reason why the Lady of Zhenguo disliked her.

The longevity lock had been attached to Gu Fuling for so many years; she must have known it herself.

With his eyes slightly closed, Yue Shuyi couldn't help but let out a bitter smile.

Although he wouldn't be angry with Gu Fuling for no reason, his words just now made Yue Shuyi feel a little chilly.

Yue Shuyi is not stupid at all; on the contrary, she is very clever. Although Gu Fuling disguised everything very well, once suspicion begins, it's like a thread that can't be stopped.

She's using him.

Although I kept telling myself that I didn't mind, my heart still ached.

Her heart skipped a beat again, and Yue Shuyi stumbled and bumped into the table with a loud thud.

This entire scene was reported to Gu Lingzhi by Mo Jiuxiao's secret guards.

Gu Lingzhi ate fruit, lit candles, and leaned back in her chair, leisurely crossing her legs. After hearing the report, the corners of her mouth slowly curled up.

Looking at her calm and composed face, Mo Jiuxiao couldn't help but pinch it: "What are you laughing at?"

A glint flashed in Gu Lingzhi's eyes: "Yue Shuyi isn't stupid. He must have already guessed what Gu Fuling wants to do. She really impresses me. She uses the trick of using someone else to do her dirty work with ease."

Mo Jiuxiao narrowed his eyes, looking at Gu Lingzhi's expression as if she had everything under control, and couldn't help but feel a little itchy: "You said before that Gu Fuling wanted to frame Huo Lianyue, but why is she pleading for her today?"

Gu Lingzhi sneered: "Plead for mercy? If she really wanted to plead for mercy, she shouldn't have gone to Yue Shuyi, but to the Emperor. Gu Fuling said that only because Yue Shuyi would find out about this sooner or later, and she was just showing off her kind nature."

Mo Jiuxiao ruffled her hair: "But she knows you are the only one who can save Yue Shuyi, so why does she still try to get rid of you?"