jdhmnovel Chapter 377 (107 words added)
Chapter 377 (107 words added)
Xue Ruanruan looked at Regent Murong Xun. He was dressed in a black robe, the cuffs embroidered with dark patterns outlined in silver thread, which shimmered faintly in the sunlight. He stood tall and proud, like a pine or bamboo, his black hair tied up with only a black jade hairpin, adding to his untamed air. His face was cold and resolute, with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes. Beneath his high nose bridge, his thin lips were slightly pursed, exuding an innate majesty.
Xue Ruanruan was momentarily stunned; she had never seen such a strikingly handsome person. Murong Xun seemed to sense her presence and slowly turned his head, his deep eyes, like a cold pool, staring directly at her. Xue Ruanruan's heart skipped a beat, and she quickly lowered her head, a blush rising to her cheeks.
At this moment, Murong Xun walked towards her with steady steps, each step making a soft thud on the ground. Xue Ruanruan's heart raced, and she was so nervous that she didn't know what to do with her hands. When Murong Xun reached her, he stopped and looked down at her, his voice deep and mellow: "Raise your head." Xue Ruanruan hesitated for a moment, then slowly raised her head to meet his gaze, feeling an invisible pressure wash over her. He was like an ancient pine tree, exuding an unassailable majesty. Xue Ruanruan's heart pounded. She took a deep breath and mustered her courage to step forward. "Your Highness, I have a request." Murong Xun slowly turned his head, his deep eyes as cold as a frozen pool, staring directly at Xue Ruanruan. "Speak." Xue Ruanruan felt a little flustered by his gaze, but still gritted her teeth and said, "My family has suffered a sudden misfortune, and the lives of my family members are in imminent danger. I hope Your Highness can lend a helping hand." Murong Xun's lips curled slightly, but there was no smile in them. "Why do you think I will help you?" Xue Ruanruan quickly came up with a plan and said, "Your Highness, I have some medical knowledge. If you are willing..." "With your help, I will certainly serve Your Highness with my medical skills in the future." Murong Xun looked at her with interest. "Oh? Medical skills? I'd like to see what you're capable of." Just then, a guard rushed in to report: "Your Highness, news has come from the palace that His Majesty is unwell." Murong Xun's face darkened. Xue Ruanruan's heart stirred, and she quickly said, "Your Highness, perhaps I can give it a try." Murong Xun pondered for a moment. "Very well, if you can cure His Majesty, I will help you resolve your family's affairs." With that, he hurriedly led Xue Ruanruan into the palace. Along the way, Xue Ruanruan's heart pounded like a drum, unsure whether this journey would bring fortune or misfortune, but for the sake of her family, she could only grit her teeth and move forward. She hoped His Highness would lend a helping hand. Murong Xun's lips curled into a slight smile. Soon, they arrived at the Emperor's bedchamber. The hall was filled with a strong medicinal smell. The Emperor lay on his couch, his face as pale as paper. Xue Ruanruan quickly stepped forward and carefully took the Emperor's pulse, her brows furrowing slightly. This illness was strange; it seemed someone had secretly poisoned him, and with an extremely rare poison at that. Xue Ruanruan pondered for a moment before beginning to prepare the medicine. Murong Xun watched her every move closely, his gaze scrutinizing her.
After a flurry of activity, Xue Ruanruan finally fed the Emperor the medicine she had prepared. Everyone waited anxiously for the result, time seemingly frozen. After a long while, the Emperor's complexion finally improved slightly, and he slowly opened his eyes. A hint of surprise flashed in Murong Xun's eyes, and he gained a new appreciation for Xue Ruanruan's medical skills.
"You do have some skill," the Emperor said weakly after waking up. "Thank you for saving my life, young lady." Xue Ruanruan quickly knelt down and bowed, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. This is my duty." Murong Xun stepped forward and said to the Emperor, "Your Majesty, this woman's medical skills are extraordinary. Perhaps she can help us find the person who poisoned you." The Emperor nodded in agreement.
Xue Ruanruan began to meticulously observe the Emperor's daily life, leaving no detail overlooked. Suddenly, she noticed something unusual in the Emperor's frequently consumed tea. After some analysis, she suspected it was the work of one of the Emperor's personal maids.
Murong Xun immediately ordered the palace maid to be brought in for questioning. The palace maid initially denied everything, but faced with Xue Ruanruan's evidence, she finally confessed that she had been instructed by the Empress's faction to poison the Emperor for personal gain.
The Emperor was furious and severely punished the Empress's faction. Murong Xun, keeping his promise, helped Xue Ruanruan resolve her family's troubles. Xue Ruanruan was deeply grateful and stayed in the palace, becoming the Emperor's personal physician. Her fate was completely changed by this opportunity, beginning a new chapter in the complex court. "Since I have promised, I will help you resolve your family's affairs," Murong Xun said. Xue Ruanruan was overjoyed and immediately knelt to express her gratitude. However, at this time, undercurrents were surging in the palace, and a larger conspiracy was quietly approaching. What challenges would Xue Ruanruan and Murong Xun face? No one knew. He revealed a mocking smile, "Why should I?" Xue Ruanruan panicked, unsure how to respond, when suddenly a gust of wind blew by, ruffling her hair. Murong Xun's gaze inadvertently fell on her fair neck, and he was momentarily lost in thought. Just then, a commotion arose in the distance, as if a group of people were rushing towards them.