Chapter 267 - Chapter 267: Xiao Nanye Was Poisoned
Chapter 267: Xiao Nanye Was Poisoned
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
She sat down by the bed, but felt slightly uncomfortable.
Turning around, she saw the bed behind her was covered with various nuts. “What’s going on?”
Upon seeing Jiang Peihuan frowning, Xiao Nanye hurriedly approached, and followed her gaze to see the things on the bed.
By the time he returned, he held two wine glasses.
Sitting next to Jiang Peihuan, Xiao Nanye whispered, “Huan Er, we still need to drink this ceremonial wine. After drinking it, let’s rest early.”
Jiang Peihuan had a feeling that when Xiao Nanye mentioned resting, his tone was a bit heavier.
Jiang Peihuan didn’t respond, but took a wine glass from Xiao Nanye’s hand.
Their arms touched, and both drained the wine in one gulp.
Looking at the empty wine glasses, Xiao Nanye’s expression turned passionate.
Taking the wine glass from Jiang Peihuan’s hand, the man hugged her tightly, “Huan Er, you are finally my queen.”
When embraced by Xiao Nanye, Jiang Peihuan could clearly hear his heartbeat, just as when he had held her when they left the Plum garden.
The crown on Jiang Peihuan’s head had been removed. Now, her long hair flowed freely, cascading down her back, and this appearance of Jiang Peihuan deeply mesmerized Xiao Nanye.
Xiao Nanye leaned down, unable to resist kissing Jiang Peihuan.
Soon after, both fell onto the bed behind them.
Xiao Nanye rolled over, gently laying on top of Jiang Peihuan. Looking down at her, he whispered, “Huan Er, at this moment…”
Suddenly, Xiao Nanye felt a sharp pain in his abdomen. Before he could finish his sentence, he felt a surge of blood in his chest, and then he spat out a mouthful of blood.
The bright red blood splashed onto the crimson bed sheets, making it almost indistinguishable.
“Xiao Nanye?”
Jiang Peihuan’s expression changed instantly. Sitting up, she quickly held Xiao Nanye.
“The wine…”
The man tried to say something, but after uttering this single word, he passed out.
Jiang Peihuan hurriedly felt for Xiao Nanye’s pulse, only to find that she couldn’t determine his condition.
Gently laying Xiao Nanye down on the bed, she took a deep breath.
He had turned pale, and his lips started to turn blue – signs of poisoning.
Thinking of what Xiao Nanye had said, Jiang Peihuan went to the table and picked up the wine glass.
Filled with confusion, Jiang Peihuan pondered. Both had drunk the same wine, but why was only Xiao Nanye poisoned?
Upon closer examination, she realized that the poison wasn’t in the wine, but on Xiao Nanye’s wine glass.
As for why only Xiao Nanye was poisoned and she wasn’t, Jiang Peihuan couldn’t figure it out.
Lost in thought, and looking at Xiao Nanye on the bed, Jiang Peihuan went to the door and softly called, “Ye Xiao?”
“Your Highness?”
Ye Xiao, originally a secret guard, immediately recognized Jiang Peihuan’s voice.
“Your Highness, what happened?”
Ye Xiao instantly sensed something was off from Jiang Peihuan’s breathing and tone.
“Go and fetch Han Feng quickly. Xiao Nanye has been poisoned.”
“Understood.”
Upon hearing Jiang Peihuan’s words, Ye Xiao’s expression changed, and she rushed off.
A moment later, Han Feng hurriedly entered the room of Jiang Peihuan and Xiao Nanye, forgetting even to knock on the door.
She looked at Xiao Nanye lying on the bed, and the expression in Han Feng’s eyes was unpleasant. “How could this happen?”
“Your Highness, what poison did master take?”
“I’m not sure about the poison, but 1 know its antidote. However, a crucial ingredient for the antidote is in the Western Regions.”
“I’ll go get it!” Ye Xiao, who was standing by, immediately said.
But Jiang Peihuan shook her head, “I’ve sealed Xiao Nanye’s acupoints with golden needles to prevent the poison from spreading, but this method won’t last long.”
“At most, it can only hold for ten days. Even if you travel day and night from the capital to the Western Regions, it will take more than ten days.”
“So, the only option is for me to take Xiao Nanye to the Western Regions.”
“I’ll arrange for someone right away,” Han Feng responded immediately.
However, Jiang Peihuan stopped him, “You have more important things to do.” Facing Han Feng’s puzzled look, she continued, “Someone in our mansion is responsible for poisoning Xiao Nanye. You stay and investigate.” “And do we have someone who know how to disguise themselves?”
“Yes.”
Seeing Han Feng nod, Jiang Peihuan whispered, “Have someone disguise as me and Xiao Nanye. From today on, the Cheng’s Mansion will be closed to all visitors.”
“By the way, where’s the steward?”
The wine was delivered by the steward. Although Jiang Peihuan didn’t suspect him, he was still involved. However, the news she received about him left her grim-faced.
Because Uncle Zhong was already dead
Upon hearing this, Jiang Peihuan was almost certain that the Uncle Zhong had something to do with the poisoning.
She then looked at Han Feng and ordered, “Stay in the capital, guard the mansion, and investigate Xiao Nanye’s poisoning.”
“Yes.”
Initially, when Han Feng learned of Xiao Nanye’s poisoning, he was panicked. But after hearing Jiang Peihuan’s arrangements, his heart suddenly settled.
“Ye Xiao, visit the Huainan Prince’s Mansion and find the Huainan Prince. Tell him I’m here to collect the favor he owes me.”
“Yes.”
An hour later, Zhao Yong arrived at the Cheng Mansion alone.
Receiving the message from Ye Xiao, he was puzzled because today was Xiao Nanye and Jiang Peihuan’s wedding day. He couldn’t fathom why she would summon him at this time.
However, upon seeing Xiao Nanye lying on the bed, Zhao Yong understood. Looking at Jiang Peihuan, he asked directly, “Has King Cheng been poisoned?” Hearing Zhao Yong’s words, Jiang Peihuan said softly, “It seems I’ve found the right person in you.”
The last time Zhao Yong quickly found the medicine, Jiang Peihuan felt that he had remarkable medical knowledge. Now she was more convinced.
“Your Highness called me today to help find the medicine?”
“Not to find medicine, but to accompany me to the Western Regions.”
“Is the antidote that King Cheng needs in the Western Regions?”
“Yes.”
“Alright, 1’11 accompany you, considering it as returning the favor when you saved my mother that day.”
“Thank you.”
Hearing Zhao Yong’s words, Jiang Peihuan softly expressed her gratitude.
Choosing Zhao Yong to accompany her was a decision she made after careful consideration. Neither people from the General’s Mansion nor those from King Cheng’s Mansion should leave the capital..