Lu Qing Wan said maliciously, "If Feng Qing Heng really wants to demote his wife to a concubine, can I expose him?"
The Emperor, in order to win over military generals, had drugged his own legitimate wife, ruining her reputation.
Once word spread, not only would Feng Qing Heng be condemned by public opinion, but the civil and military officials of the Da Gan court would likely erupt in a fierce debate.
Lu Qing Wan desperately wanted to see Feng Qing Heng in a state of utter disarray and ruin.
"Let's wait for the Consort of Chen to give birth."
Feng Xi Wu said with a chilling gaze, "A legitimate wife who gives birth to an imperial heir being demoted to a secondary consort is enough to enrage all the civil officials."
Lu Qing Wan was astonished, "The Consort of Chen is pregnant?"
Feng Xi Wu deliberately teased her, "Don't you pride yourself on being a divine doctor? You didn't even notice?"
"My eyes are not an ultrasound, and I didn't take her pulse. She hasn't shown yet, how could I possibly know?"
Lu Qing Wan angrily questioned, "Instead, I need to ask you, how did you know she was pregnant? Don't tell me you're a pervert who spies on people's private chambers?"
A warm cotton pad was directly placed on her face, obstructing Lu Qing Wan's vision. She only heard Feng Xi Wu's exasperated voice.
"What do you take me for? The news came from the Imperial Hospital!"
He roughly wiped Lu Qing Wan's face with his large hand, then removed the cotton pad and looked at the black smudges on it, utterly speechless. "What were you doing? You've got a face full of soot!"
Lu Qing Wan grinned triumphantly, "I'm not telling you. When you get back, I'll give you a big surprise!"
Seeing her being coy, Feng Xi Wu didn't press further. "Did you check on the Prince of Ning? How is he?"
"I saw him once before, and the effects of the medicine were already mostly gone. And he was quite willing to raise an heir to seize Feng Qing Heng's throne. However, it seems now that Feng Qing Heng's child might get there first."
Feng Xi Wu pinched Lu Qing Wan's bulging cheeks. "It doesn't matter. As long as Feng Qing Heng is removed from power sooner so you can get your revenge, any child is a little angel."
"That's right!"
Lu Qing Wan smiled with satisfaction and continued to urge him, "Hurry up and go. Get ready and rest early so you won't be groggy when traveling tomorrow."
Feng Xi Wu suddenly grasped Lu Qing Wan's hand, reluctant, "I'm prepared to leave now."
The smile in Lu Qing Wan's eyes instantly vanished. "Are you afraid of being followed?"
Feng Xi Wu shook his head. "It's not just that. I need to go to the Southern Border first to personally inspect the armaments and provisions. If we send more reinforcements, the Northern Wei and Western Liang armies will undoubtedly increase their own forces. Once the fighting starts, this war will not be short. If there are problems with the armaments and provisions, it won't just be a matter of losing a city or two. Feng Qing Heng will use this as an excuse to destroy the Xuan Jia Army of 400,000, and both you and I. He might not be able to destroy us, but if we give him an excuse, we will never have peace in Da Gan. Therefore, I must be cautious on this trip."
Lu Qing Wan didn't understand the intricacies of the war, but she could tell from Feng Xi Wu's serious expression how grave the situation was. She never spoke much about things she wasn't skilled in, so she simply nodded. "Wait for me for a moment, I'll go prepare some medicine." After speaking, she turned and ran into the inner chamber.
Feng Xi Wu guessed that she had gone into her spatial laboratory and didn't follow. Instead, he began giving instructions to Li Su and Li Qing.
Lu Qing Wan returned quickly, throwing a large pile of medicine at him. She gritted her teeth. "Although I hope you won't need any of this medicine, it's better to be prepared. Keep in touch at all times."
Feng Xi Wu nodded and stood up. Seeing Lu Qing Wan standing there, he gave her a smile. "Aren't you going to see me off?"
Lu Qing Wan shook her head. "No, I won't. When you return, have someone inform me, and I'll come to meet you."
You leave, I will not see you off; you return, through wind and rain, I will come to meet you.
At this moment, Lu Qing Wan suddenly felt the bittersweetness of seeing people off and welcoming them back.
Feng Xi Wu stepped forward and hugged her, speaking in a deliberately pitiful tone. "Alas, who asked me to marry such a heartless Consort? Let me have one more hug."
This embrace felt as though it lasted for centuries. Feng Xi Wu finally let go, kissed Lu Qing Wan's brow, and turned to leave.
The sudden sense of loneliness enveloped Lu Qing Wan like an impenetrable net. She felt she had to do something to clear her head.
"Has Shen Tang Zhou's golden eagle left yet?"
The abrupt question made Li Su pause. "When you went to get the medicine, the Prince just received a reply. It should be leaving now."
"Take me there."
Lu Qing Wan said, and immediately went out the door.
Li Su, remembering Lu Qing Wan's rare abilities, promptly ran ahead to lead the way for her.
The so-called backyard was actually a place by the training ground for storing weapons and miscellaneous items.
Lu Qing Wan followed Li Su inside, just as Li Qing was about to release the golden eagle. She shouted urgently, "Wait, don't go yet!"
The golden eagle, which had already flown into the air, circled once and returned.
Li Su, who knew the inside story, was not surprised. Li Qing, however, stared with wide eyes. "In this day and age, even golden eagles listen to the Consort?"
Lu Qing Wan walked straight over and gently stroked the golden eagle's neck.
Li Qing, frightened, tried to stop her but was interrupted by Li Su. "You go about your business. I'm here, the Consort will be fine."
Li Qing saw that there was something between the two of them but, out of trust for Li Su and respect for Lu Qing Wan, he left without saying more.
Initially, the golden eagle resisted Lu Qing Wan's touch. However, when Lu Qing Wan offered a pill, it immediately transformed into a docile creature.
"Good boy, I know you understand what I say. When you go back to Saibei, bring some friends for me, and I'll give both you and your friends these kinds of medicine. It will make you the ruler of the eagle flock, invincible, okay?"
The golden eagle shook its head, preening its feathers, pretending not to hear.
Lu Qing Wan continued to cajole, "I have plenty of these pills. If you eat them, you won't have to endure the suffering of beak decay and can live to eighty. This way, your friends' survival rate will greatly increase. And you've heard from the small animals nearby, haven't you? I never harm them. If you follow me, you'll have meat to eat..."
Li Su watched Lu Qing Wan's sincere attempt to bribe the golden eagle and couldn't help but want to laugh.
Just as he was about to say that golden eagles were fierce by nature and wouldn't be easily persuaded, he saw the golden eagle emit a cooing sound from its throat. Then, it nudged Lu Qing Wan's hand with its large head.
Lu Qing Wan immediately laughed, "You want pills? Don't worry, I'll give you a few more. You can give some to your friends."
The golden eagle shook its head in displeasure. Lu Qing Wan quickly added, "Of course, most of it is yours. If you can persuade them to come see me, you can eat it all." After speaking, she took out a small jade bottle. The rich medicinal fragrance made the golden eagle coo even more joyfully.