After returning to the capital, the eldest daughter saved her entire clan with her medical skills.

Chapter 309 (34 words added)

Following the path, Xue Ruanruan arrived at a tranquil lake. The water was crystal clear, reflecting the sky and the surrounding scenery. She crouched down, gently stirring the water, watching the ripples spread, feeling exceptionally joyful. In the distance, there was an exquisite pavilion, its antique architectural style making Xue Ruanruan feel as if she had traveled back to ancient times. Excitedly, she climbed the pavilion, overlooking the entire jade pendant space, her heart filled with a desire to explore this mysterious world. Some people even knelt down and kowtowed, thanking her for saving their lives. She smiled and accepted their praise, but felt somewhat uneasy. She knew she hadn't completely cured them, only temporarily relieved their symptoms. However, seeing their excitement and gratitude, she couldn't help but feel gratified. After all, her efforts hadn't been in vain; at least they had given these people hope and confidence. Xue Ruanruan humbly stated that it was all thanks to the magical space and the gifts of nature. Xue Ruanruan's jade pendant contained a large space filled with all sorts of things, including daily necessities, food, medicine, weapons, and more. She obtained this spatial jade pendant from a mysterious person who told her it could help her solve many problems. Besides this, the pendant also contained a special feature: a hot spring. The water in this hot spring was incredibly clear and could heal various illnesses and injuries. After each injury, Xue Ruanruan would come here to soak in the hot spring to help her recover quickly. Standing in the space, Xue Ruanruan's gaze fell upon mountains of grain. These grains were neatly stacked in the granary, forming a massive mountain of food. Her eyes revealed a sense of satisfaction and peace, for she knew that with this food, they would no longer have to worry about hunger. Xue Ruanruan smiled, reaching out to gently touch one of the bags of grain, feeling the fullness under her fingers. She deeply understood the preciousness of this food and its significance to people's survival. Suddenly, as if remembering something, her brow furrowed slightly, and a thoughtful expression appeared on her face, as if she were pondering the answer to something in her mind. "What's wrong?" a gentle voice sounded behind her. Xue Ruanruan turned around and saw Song Jinyang looking at her with concern. She looked at him and said softly, "I'm thinking about how we can better distribute this grain to ensure everyone gets enough. After all, many people are still starving." Song Jinyang nodded in agreement. After a moment's thought, he said, "We can first take stock of the current population and then formulate a reasonable distribution plan based on the actual situation. At the same time, we should also consider future development and leave some grain reserves." A hint of appreciation flashed in Xue Ruanruan's eyes. "That's right, we also need to establish an effective monitoring mechanism to prevent anyone from embezzling or wasting food." The two discussed and brainstormed specific solutions. "In addition, we can also organize some agricultural production activities to teach everyone how to grow crops and improve their self-sufficiency," Song Jinyang added. Xue Ruanruan's eyes lit up, and she said excitedly, "That's a brilliant idea!"

Many aspiring medical students came to learn from her, and Xue Ruanruan began to take on apprentices and teach, passing on her medical skills and ethics, hoping that the world would be free from plagues and evil deeds, and that peace would prevail. Finally, on that harrowing battlefield, accompanied by a piercing scream, the last remaining enemy fell to the valiant soldier's sharp sword. In an instant, the entire battlefield fell into a deathly silence, with only the lingering smoke and the bloodstains bearing witness to the fierce and tragic battle. The soldier who successfully slew the last enemy stood like a war god, his resolute face weary, but even more so, filled with the joy and pride of victory. The entire battlefield fell silent. Suddenly, cheers of victory erupted, echoing across the blood-stained land. The General's Mansion had successfully completed its mission, completely annihilating all the remaining enemies and bringing peace and tranquility to the nation and its people. Xue Ruanruan, having successfully stopped the spread of the plague, became a revered physician in the capital, and the Zhenguo General's Mansion gained even greater fame. Xue Ruanruan stepped forward and calmly revealed the truth about the tampering of the dishes and the strategist's conspiracy. Upon hearing this, the guests accused the Regent of being treacherous and cunning. Seeing the situation turning against him, the Regent hastily left with his men. The Zhenguo General's Mansion was once again saved from danger, and Xue Ruanruan, with her superb medical skills, became the guardian star of the mansion. He intently stared at the pile of colorful and irregularly shaped herbs and medicine bottles before him, his hands skillfully and precisely manipulating them. Drawing upon his profound medical knowledge accumulated over many years, he quickly selected the necessary herbs and mixed them together in a specific ratio. As he continued to stir and mix, a faint medicinal aroma gradually filled the air. Soon, an antidote was successfully prepared. Immediately afterward, he carefully picked up the container holding the antidote, quickly walked to a well-ventilated area in the room, and gently sprinkled the antidote evenly there. Then he quietly told his father and brothers the truth. When the Regent, thinking his conspiracy had succeeded, made unreasonable demands, everyone in the General's Mansion showed no sign of anything amiss. The Regent was suspicious but could only give up. After traveling and lecturing for a long time, Xue Ruanruan's homesickness grew stronger. She bid farewell to her students and embarked on her journey home. Upon returning to the Zhenguo General's Mansion, the entire household was filled with joy. Her father wept tears of joy, tightly embracing his beloved daughter. Her brothers were also overjoyed and hurriedly ordered the kitchen to prepare a sumptuous meal. However, the peaceful days did not last long. One night, Xue Ruanruan was studying an old medical book in her room when she suddenly heard a commotion outside. It turned out that a group of assassins had infiltrated the mansion. Xue Ruanruan remained calm and quickly found the powerful anesthetic powder she had concocted. Using her familiarity with the terrain, she quietly approached the assassins. While the assassins were distracted by their search for valuables, she decisively threw out the powder. Instantly, the assassins fell, struck down. Guards from the General's Mansion arrived and captured the assassins. Under interrogation, they learned that a neighboring country, jealous of Xue Ruanruan's renowned medical skills, wanted to abduct her for their own use, threatening to destroy her if that failed. The General was furious and wrote a letter warning the neighboring country. After this incident, Xue Ruanruan decided to open a medical clinic in her mansion, recruiting more disciples to teach not only medicine but also self-defense techniques, in preparation for any eventuality. From then on, the General's Mansion became increasingly peaceful and prosperous, and Xue Ruanruan continued her medical practice, benefiting the local people. After seeing off the Regent, the General's Mansion was at peace. Looking at the night sky, Xue Ruanruan knew this was only temporary tranquility; she needed to be even more vigilant in the future to protect her family's safety.

However, an avalanche suddenly occurred on the snow-capped mountain. She hurriedly searched for shelter and fortunately found a small cave. Upon entering the cave, Xue Ruanruan discovered that the cave walls were covered with strange runes, which seemed to be related to ancient medical techniques. She temporarily forgot the danger and focused on studying them. Just then, a small, snow-white beast appeared at the cave entrance. The beast's eyes were like sapphires, curiously observing Xue Ruanruan. Xue Ruanruan took out some dry food, which the beast sniffed and ate. Then the beast turned and ran away, returning shortly with a herb placed at Xue Ruanruan's feet. This herb turned out to be a miraculous medicine for treating heart ailments. After the avalanche stopped, Xue Ruanruan hurriedly descended the mountain with the two herbs and safely returned to the hut. She immediately began using the two herbs to treat the girl's illness. After several days and nights of careful care, the girl finally awoke. Upon waking, the girl learned that Xue Ruanruan had risked her life to find medicine and save her, and her eyes were filled with gratitude. When the girl's family took her back, they gifted Xue Ruanruan many treasures. Unable to refuse, Xue Ruanruan accepted some and used it to help the poor. She collected samples to study and finally found the cause and treatment of the illness. After a period of treatment, the villagers gradually recovered. The news reached the Regent's ears, and he admired the young lady even more. Meanwhile, the young lady's medical skills became even more refined during her treatment of the people, and her reputation spread far and wide. She traveled among the people. During her treatment, she encountered another strange disease she had never seen before. Relying on her rich experience and diligent research, she studied day and night and finally found a cure. Her reputation grew even more illustrious, and the Regent valued her even more. In this interaction, a different kind of affection seemed to blossom between the young lady and the Regent, and a new story quietly unfolded. However, she was not content with this. She knew that to truly make this land prosper, much more effort was needed. By chance, the woman discovered a mysterious herb. This herb possessed powerful healing abilities and had miraculous effects on many difficult diseases. The woman was overjoyed and began to study the herb's effects in depth, attempting to apply it in medical practice. As time passed, her medical skills became increasingly refined, and her reputation spread throughout the entire frontier. People flocked to her seeking her treatment. Thanks to her efforts, the residents of the frontier region lived healthier and happier lives. The woman's name resounded throughout the frontier, and people were filled with gratitude and respect for her. She herself, in this process, found meaning and value in life. The soldiers were moved to tears of gratitude, expressing their respect to her. She felt immense satisfaction and fulfillment; her efforts had finally been rewarded. One day, a severely wounded man was brought to the woman. The man's injuries were extremely serious, and he was on the verge of death. The woman immediately began treatment, but conventional therapies were ineffective. The next crucial step was to administer a decoction mixed with the mysterious herb. She took a deep breath, mustered her courage, went to the bedside, and gently awakened the unconscious man. Looking at his pale face and tightly closed eyes, her heart clenched, and she silently prayed that her choice would not bring any bad consequences. With that, the Left Prime Minister tore the portrait in half and threw it on the ground.