For a long time in the prison cell, Feng Yiyi's body was drenched in sweat. She privately thought he was disgusted by her, and her body trembled, instinctively wanting to retreat.
Unexpectedly, Ye Tingyan's eyes narrowed sharply, and he directly pressed her down.
This action was by no means gentle. Her wound was pulled, and Feng Yiyi gasped in pain but dared not move an inch.
She couldn't afford to offend Ye Tingyan, especially at this time!
"Rip—"
The cloak she was wearing was suddenly torn apart. Feng Yiyi was shocked and forcibly suppressed her trembling.
"Second... Second Prince."
Ye Tingyan ignored her, his eyes half-closed as he leaned closer.
His warm breath was almost on her skin, and Feng Yiyi's face was incredibly pale.
Just as she was about to lose control, Ye Tingyan pulled back, his slender eyes narrowing further.
Feeling a sense of relief, Feng Yiyi heard him softly utter three words, and her relaxed nerves tensed again.
"Hailingxiang."
"Second... Second Prince, what are you talking about?"
This thing was indeed obtained from the遗物 (yíwù -遗物) of Feng Yinwan, her short-lived mother. Because few people recognized it, she had used it so brazenly. But...
It was one thing for that bitch Feng Yinwan to recognize this item, but why did Ye Tingyan also recognize it!
Her pretense of foolishness was not worth mentioning in Ye Tingyan's eyes.
Ye Tingyan's eyes sharpened, and his voice took on a pressing tone, "This item is unique to the Moon Kingdom in the Western Regions. Where did you find it?"
As soon as she heard it was from the Western Regions, Feng Yiyi's face turned even paler, and she dared not hide anything further.
"Reporting... Reporting to Second Prince, this item is a遺物 (yíwù -遗物) from my elder sister's deceased mother. This humble daughter merely discovered it by chance and applied some to myself; it has no intrinsic connection to me!"
Her elder sister was Feng Yinwan.
Something flashed through his mind rapidly, and Ye Tingyan's lips curled slightly, his eyes darkening.
He glanced at Feng Yiyi, who was kneeling on the ground, a darkness quietly spreading in his eyes.
"Second Miss Feng, I have something to discuss with you tonight."
...
Past midnight, Feng Yinwan finally put away her needles.
Seeing her emerge, Yu Ping immediately handed her the hot tea she was holding.
"Miss's complexion is not good. Drink a cup of tea to warm your body."
Yu Ping was thoughtful, and the hot tea also contained slices of ginseng. After drinking it, Feng Yinwan's spirits slightly recovered.
Qi Xuan's brow remained furrowed. He leaned forward, opened his lips, but then closed them.
Knowing he was worried about Ye Tinglan's condition, Feng Yinwan put down the teacup and spoke immediately.
"Before the Prince fell unconscious, he used his internal energy to protect his heart and pulse. Coupled with the timely containment of the cold poison, the fundamental organs were not damaged."
"I have already expelled it with silver needles. However, the cold poison is very potent and cannot be completely eradicated. For now, it is merely suppressed temporarily."
She did not have complete confidence in whether he would safely pass the night.
Upon hearing this, Qi Xuan pursed his lips and then, with a "plop," knelt down directly.
Feng Yinwan and Yu Ping were both startled.
"Hey, what are you doing... Get up quickly!"
Qi Xuan shook his head stubbornly, "This subordinate is clumsy with words and doesn't know how to express my gratitude. Please accept Qi Xuan's bow, Your Highness!"
As he spoke, he bowed down. Having always seen his subservient demeanor, this sudden act caught Feng Yinwan off guard.
After a full two-second pause, she reached out to pull him up.
"There's no need for such a grand gesture. As the Prince's wife, it is only right that I offer my assistance."
She subconsciously wanted to say that she was a healer, and it was only natural for healers to save lives.
But as the words reached her lips, she felt a lack of confidence.
Qi Xuan naturally noticed all of this.
"Your Highness saved the Prince, making you this subordinate's benefactor. I have no way to repay such great kindness. If Your Highness needs anything in the future, Qi Xuan will spare no effort!"
He was indeed a loyal and righteous person.
Feng Yinwan felt a strange sense of emotion and immediately resolved to make things less difficult for him in the future.
Qi Xuan: Thank you, I feel even more moved now.
Feng Yinwan had originally planned to just remind Ye Tinglan and then return to the General's Mansion. However, under the current circumstances, she could not go back no matter what.
Lan Qing Courtyard was still undergoing "repairs." Qi Xuan wanted to invite her to the side room for rest, but Feng Yinwan insisted on staying by Ye Tinglan's side.
Knowing her young lady's temperament, Yu Ping did not try to persuade her further and quietly stayed outside with Qi Xuan.
Perhaps the pill from the bracelet had taken effect. When she looked again, Ye Tinglan's complexion had improved slightly.
Feng Yinwan secretly breathed a sigh of relief and immediately lay down by the bedside.
As soon as her eyelids closed, sleepiness surged like a tide. Exhaustion washed over her from every limb. Feng Yinwan struggled in vain and finally fell into a deep sleep.
After the fourth watch had passed, Yu Ping entered the room to add fuel to the lamp. From a distance, she saw her young lady half-leaning by the bedside and felt a pang of heartache.
She turned to get a thin blanket to cover Feng Yinwan. However, as soon as she approached, she saw the dark bruises on Ye Tinglan's face. Her movements paused, and she immediately cried out.
"No... it's not good, the Prince's poison has flared up again!"
Upon hearing this, Qi Xuan immediately broke into the room. By the bedside, Feng Yinwan was also abruptly awakened.
The moment she saw Ye Tinglan's complexion, her delicate eyebrows immediately furrowed tightly.
In just two hours, the cold poison had relapsed to this extent. What a potent poison!
"Your Highness..."
As Qi Xuan's words left his lips, Feng Yinwan immediately raised her hand, "Don't panic. Order someone to fetch hot water."
"Yes."
He nodded and quickly walked out. Yu Ping, seeing this, also followed, "This servant will also help."
A silver needle extracted a drop of fresh blood from Ye Tinglan's wrist. Feng Yinwan brought it to her nose and sniffed, her eyes instantly freezing.
She had only been able to suppress the poison just now, partly thanks to the medicine from the bracelet. Now that the medicinal effect in Ye Tinglan's body had dissipated, it was no wonder the cold poison had relapsed.
She tried to awaken the bracelet again, but after several touches, it was useless. Even Ye Tinglan no longer had any effect.
Could it be that she had asked for too much medicine before, over-consuming the bracelet?
She pursed her lips. Feng Yinwan had no choice but to shake out all the medicine she had on her and re-formulate an antidote.
When Qi Xuan returned with the hot water, Feng Yinwan had just managed to concoct a temporary alleviating medicine. She immediately raised her hand and handed it over.
"Quick, give this to the Prince with water."
Qi Xuan nodded and quickly followed suit.
After the ordeal, it was already the fifth watch. Feng Yinwan stretched with a yawn and noticed that the sky was beginning to lighten.
Yu Ping looked at the dark circles under her eyes and felt a pang of sympathy.
"Miss, it's almost dawn. This place is being guarded by this servant and Guard Qi. You should go and rest for a while."
Feng Yinwan waved her hand and took off the jade token at her waist, giving it to her.
"When the mansion gates open, take my waist token and go into the palace to invite Imperial Physician Jiang. If anyone asks, say that I am unwell, and be sure to invite him."
Today was the first day of the month, and Jiang Rumou was scheduled to check on the Empress Dowager's health, so he had entered the palace the day before.
The cold poison was extremely difficult to deal with now, and it was imperative to invite him to discuss a strategy.
Yu Ping understood and immediately nodded, "Yes."