Fleeing from famine? Not a chance; the divine healer's wife made her fortune.

When wronged, one begins to seek the cause.

The smoke that had just risen from the camp was dispersed by a commotion.

Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan had just returned to the group and hadn't even had a chance to put down their baskets when they were rudely stopped by Captain Sun.

"Su Yunlan, you come here!" Captain Sun's roar was filled with unquestionable authority. His rough hands grabbed Su Yunlan's arm and dragged her toward the escort officer's tent.

Su Yunlan felt a chill run down her spine, and an uneasy premonition welled up in her heart.

She didn't understand what was happening, but the burning anger in Captain Sun's eyes made her realize the seriousness of the situation.

The cold gazes of the surrounding soldiers pierced her like needles, sending a chill down her spine.

Inside the tent, the atmosphere was oppressive and suffocating.

The escorting officer had a livid face, and an empty brocade box sat on the table.

Commander Sun pointed at the brocade box and said angrily, "Su Yunlan, do you know what this is?!"

Su Yunlan then noticed the brocade box.

It is exquisitely crafted, with intricate patterns carved on it, making it clear at a glance that it is quite valuable.

"These are... the escort officer's items?" Su Yunlan asked tentatively, her doubts growing.

“That’s right! This is a secret letter from the imperial court, and it’s gone now. Do you dare say you didn’t steal it?!” Captain Sun’s voice was like a thunderclap, making Su Yunlan’s eardrums buzz.

"I didn't steal it!" Su Yunlan immediately retorted, her tone firm.

"I've been gathering herbs in the mountains, how could I possibly be stealing anything?"

"Hmph, who knows if you're just making up an excuse!" Master He said sarcastically from the side. "I think you're a shifty-eyed scoundrel, you're obviously no good!"

Master He's words were like a sharp knife, piercing Su Yunlan's heart.

She never imagined that she would be slandered like this.

The exiles around her began to whisper among themselves, and accusing gazes flooded her like a tide.

"Enough!" Xiao Yuhan suddenly stepped forward, blocking Su Yunlan's path, his gaze fixed intently on Captain Sun. "I believe my wife; she would never steal anything!"

Enraged, Captain Sun laughed coldly. "You believe me? What evidence do you have that she didn't steal it? Men, search her!" He drew his sword, its gleam reflecting off Su Yunlan's pale face.

Just then, a timid figure emerged from the crowd.

"My lord, I...I have something to say..."

Wu Xiaobing timidly walked to the front of the crowd, head down, his voice barely audible: "I...I saw Lady Su...take the Captain's brocade box..."

Contrary to what others had expected, Su Yunlan did not panic. She simply stood there quietly, her clear eyes as calm as a deep pool, carefully observing Wu Xiaobing's every move.

She noticed that Wu Xiaobing's fingers were tightly gripping the hem of his clothes, his knuckles were white, and fine beads of sweat were seeping from his forehead.

This unusual behavior made Su Yunlan even more certain that something was amiss.

The exiles around her whispered among themselves. Some were surprised by Su Yunlan's composure, while others thought she was faking it.

Lieutenant Sun sneered, "What, speechless now? Caught red-handed, still trying to deny it?"

Su Yunlan ignored Captain Sun's sarcasm and turned to Wu Xiaobing, asking in a calm tone, "Xiaobing, you said you saw me take the brocade box, so can you tell me when you saw it? Where did you see it? What did the brocade box look like?"

A barrage of questions made Wu Xiaobing even more nervous. He stammered, "It's...it's...this morning...at...the captain's tent entrance..."

"At the entrance of the camp?" Su Yunlan repeated, a barely perceptible smile appearing on her lips. "Then take a good look at the color of the brocade box and what patterns are on it?"

Wu Xiaobing's face turned pale instantly, his eyes darted around, and he dared not look Su Yunlan in the eye.

"It's...it's red...it has...it has patterns on it..."

"Red? Patterned?" Su Yunlan chuckled, pointing to the brocade box on the table. "But this brocade box is made of sandalwood, not red, and the pattern on it isn't ordinary; it's a design of auspicious clouds and mythical beasts. Xiaobing, are you sure this is the brocade box you're looking at?"

Wu Xiaobing's lips trembled, and he couldn't speak for a long time.

Seeing this, Master He quickly stepped forward, wanting to help Wu Xiaobing out of the predicament: "Perhaps Xiaobing has misremembered, after all, so much time has passed..."

"Mistaken?" Su Yunlan interrupted Master He, staring intently at Wu Xiaobing. "Such an important thing, you just say you misremembered it? Are you sure you weren't instructed by someone to deliberately frame me?"

Xiao Yuhan stepped forward, his imposing manner demanding of Wu Xiaobing, "Speak! Who ordered you to do this!"

Wu Xiaobing was rendered speechless by the two men's interrogation, and large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead.

The exiles around them also began to discuss the matter, and some people started to change their attitude towards Su Yunlan, no longer simply criticizing her.

Just then, a figure stepped out from the crowd, a barely perceptible sneer on his lips.

Su Yunlan followed the gaze and her heart sank; it was Young Master Bai…

He slowly approached, holding a jade pendant in his hand, which gleamed faintly in the sunlight.

Young Master Bai swung the jade pendant in his hand and slowly walked up to the escorting officer, a cold smile playing on his lips.

"Sir, do you recognize this jade pendant?"

The escorting officer took the jade pendant, examined it carefully, and his expression changed drastically.

"This...this is my personal jade pendant! How did it end up in your hands?" He suddenly looked up, his sharp gaze sweeping over everyone before finally landing on Su Yunlan. "Did you steal it?!"

Young Master Bai sighed "at the opportune moment," feigning regret as he said, "Alas, sir, I didn't want to say this, but it's of great importance, so I have to. Just now, I saw with my own eyes that this Lady Su sneakily approached your tent. I thought she was going to deliver medicine, but I didn't expect..." He shook his head, not continuing, but his words were full of meaning.

Wu Xiaobing, as if grasping at a straw, hurriedly echoed, "Yes, yes, yes! Young Master Bai is right! I... I just saw Lady Su enter the Captain's tent, and then... and then..."

"Enough!" Xiao Yuhan roared, interrupting Wu Xiaobing. "You've clearly conspired to frame my wife!" He gripped Su Yunlan's hand tightly, the warmth of his palm giving her strength.

His gaze was firm and trusting, which warmed Su Yunlan's heart.

Su Yunlan gripped Xiao Yuhan's hand in return, her eyes equally resolute. The silent exchange between them added a touch of warmth to the cold atmosphere.

Enraged by Xiao Yuhan's roar, Captain Sun drew his sword and pointed it at Xiao Yuhan: "How dare you! How dare you yell in court! Guards, lock them both up! No one is to come out until there is evidence!"

Two soldiers stepped forward and roughly shoved Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan away.

Granny Cui anxiously called out Su Yunlan's name in the crowd, but she was powerless to do anything and could only watch helplessly as they were taken away.

The small, dark cell reeked of decay.

The damp air was suffocating, and the walls were crawling with slimy insects.

Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan sat back to back on the cold ground, surrounded by complete silence.

"Lan'er, don't be afraid. I will definitely find out the truth and clear your name." Xiao Yuhan's voice was deep and firm, giving Su Yunlan great comfort in the darkness.

Su Yunlan took a deep breath, trying to remain calm. "I believe you."

Outside the cell, a series of light footsteps approached.

A chilling voice rang out: "Heh, it seems our Divine Doctor Su is trapped this time..."

The cold and dampness of the cell did not affect Su Yunlan's thinking at all.

She closed her eyes and replayed the events of the day in her mind, trying to find any clues.

Suddenly, a scene flashed through her mind: a few days ago, she saw Master He talking furtively with Young Master Bai in a secluded corner. The two looked tense, as if they were plotting something.

She didn't pay attention to it at the time, but now that she thinks about it, it might be an important clue!

Su Yunlan suddenly opened her eyes, her eyes flashing with a sharp light.

"Si Lang, I just remembered something!" she said urgently to Xiao Yuhan, and described the scene she had seen in detail.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yuhan frowned, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

“If they really are plotting something, that place likely holds evidence!” He clenched his fist, his tone resolute. “We have to go check it out!”

The two exchanged a glance. This sudden discovery was like a beacon in the darkness, bringing a glimmer of hope to clear their names.

Night fell, and all was quiet outside the prison cell.

Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan held their breath, listening carefully to the sounds around them.

After confirming that no one was around, Su Yunlan took out the tools she had prepared in advance from her spatial storage and quietly opened the cell door.

The two crouched low and carefully moved towards their target location along the shadows of the corner of the wall.

A cold wind blew by, bringing with it a putrid stench that made people nauseous.

The squeaking of the rats in the corner added to the terror of the night.

Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan supported each other, their steps light, like two ghosts moving through the darkness.

They came to a secluded corner, and by the faint moonlight, they could vaguely see some scraps of paper scattered on the ground.

Su Yunlan carefully picked up a piece and examined it closely by the moonlight. Several blurry words were written on it: "Secret Letter..."

Su Yunlan's heart tightened; this was the crucial evidence they were looking for!

She clutched the scraps of paper tightly in her hand, exchanged a glance with Xiao Yuhan, and both of their eyes gleamed with excitement.

Suddenly, footsteps approached from a distance...

Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan quickly hid in the shadows, held their breath, and remained motionless.

“It sounds like someone is there…” a deep voice echoed in the night.

"Don't be so paranoid. Who would come to this godforsaken place so late at night..." another voice said with a hint of impatience.

The footsteps grew closer, and Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan's hearts beat faster and faster...

The two pressed themselves tightly against the wall, as if trying to merge with the darkness.

The footsteps stopped nearby...

"Did you hear anything?"

"No...it's probably just the wind..."

“或许吧……”

As the footsteps faded into the distance, Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan finally breathed a sigh of relief, their foreheads beaded with sweat.

"Let's go!" Xiao Yuhan grabbed Su Yunlan's hand and led her towards the secluded corner where they had seen Master He earlier...