After her transformation and rebirth, she manipulates the innocent and ruthless to overthrow the wor

The moonlight, as clear as water, spilled across the palace on New Year's Eve.

The palace was filled with music and dance, and the main hall was bustling with activity. People from all walks of life greeted each other, and laughter and cheerful conversation filled the air.

However, the secluded side room was completely quiet.

Upon closer inspection, one could see a dimly lit room in the corner. Anyone who approached could smell the strong medicinal aroma emanating from the room.

"Lord Pei, this woman has fallen into a coma due to inhaling too much of the fragrance of the miasma. Fortunately, she inhaled it for a short time and can still be treated."

Physician Li said in a low voice, and then instructed the young apprentice beside him to bring the prepared medicine to Chen Zijin.

"Physician Li, I am truly grateful for your help. However, I have a request, and I ask that you keep it a secret and not mention it to anyone else..."

Pei Shaoqing's gaze fell on the bedside, where Xiao Ran was intently feeding the unconscious girl spoonful by spoonful.

"She is still an unmarried girl. If this matter is exploited by someone with ulterior motives, it may cause unnecessary trouble."

"Lord Pei is truly considerate."

Physician Li smiled slightly, cupped his hands, and said, "Rest assured, Your Excellency, I will not reveal a single word."

"Then thank you very much, Physician Li."

He nodded slightly and watched as Physician Li and his apprentice left.

As the porcelain spoon struck the side of the bowl, Pei Yun walked to the bedside and asked softly:

"How is she?"

Xiao Ran shook her head, a worried look on her face:

"The medicine has been administered, but we don't know when she will wake up."

“Miss Xiao need not worry too much. Physician Li said that it will not delay the palace banquet.”

"Mm." Xiao Ran nodded silently, but her heart was still unsettled.

"By the way, how did Miss Xiao know I hadn't gone far?" Pei Yun suddenly asked, his tone tinged with inquiry.

Xiao Ran looked up at him and said softly:

"Although Pei Shaoqing's words were stern, they were full of concern for us. I thought that Pei Shaoqing was thoughtful and would definitely send someone to secretly protect us and ensure our safe departure. I just didn't expect..."

Unexpectedly, Pei Yun personally guarded this place.

"Please don't take my words to heart, Miss Xiao. I was angry at the time."

Pei Yun said in a low voice, his tone tinged with apology.

Xiao Ran chuckled softly, a hint of teasing in her eyes:

"I never expected our young Master Pei to get angry."

Pei Yun hesitated, a complex emotion appearing between his brows.

He paused for a moment before slowly speaking:

"When I was a child, I had some contact with Prince Nangong. At that time, he was exceptionally intelligent and stood out among children. But as he grew older, he gradually changed..."

His voice was low, as if he were recalling a past event he didn't want to talk about.

"He was a diamond in the rough, but he was..."

Pei Yun stopped abruptly at this point, seemingly unwilling to continue, and simply sighed softly.

Xiao Ran noticed the change in his emotions and asked softly, "By what?"

Pei Yun shook his head, his gaze drifting to the window. Moonlight shone on his profile, casting a faint shadow of melancholy. He murmured:

"There are some things that I shouldn't say. But... I just hope he can turn back."

Xiao Ran nodded, already understanding.

Nangong Ming did indeed have a knot in her heart, but she only learned about it from He Wan in her previous life.

Thinking of this, Xiao Ran couldn't help but feel a pang of bitterness. It was truly laughable that after being his best friend for so many years, she understood him less than a woman she had fallen for at first sight.