Chapter 489: House Fight Turns into Thriller 28
The maid lowered her voice and said, "My Lord Imperial Physician, I have heard from the old men in the palace that the poison of 'Red Beauty and Withered Bones' is a secret medicine from the previous dynasty, and there is no antidote in the palace."
The imperial physician was shocked when he heard this. He had never thought that the poison was related to the previous dynasty. Things were becoming more and more complicated. He quickly asked, "Miss, do you know how the poison spread to the palace?"
The maid shook her head and said, "I don't know. But I heard that when the previous dynasty fell, there was a fire in the palace, and many treasures and secret books were burned. Maybe this poison was spread in that fire."
The imperial physician heard this and thought to himself: If this is true, then there is no way to find the source of the poison. But no matter what, he cannot give up the opportunity to find an antidote.
After thanking the maid, he decided to secretly investigate the history of the previous dynasty. He knew that this might be a long and difficult road, but he was willing to give everything for Princess Jing'an's life.
In the following days, the imperial physician began to study the history of the previous dynasty. He read a large number of ancient books and historical books, trying to find clues about the poison of "Red Beauty and Dry Bones". However, this poison was too mysterious and there was no clear record in the history books.
The imperial physician was not discouraged and continued to investigate. He visited the old eunuchs and maids in the palace, trying to get some useful information from them. However, these people were very secretive about the poison and were unwilling to talk more.
The imperial physician knew that there might be some secrets hidden in the palace behind the poison, so he decided to start from another angle and investigate whether there were people or things in the palace related to the previous dynasty.
After some efforts, the imperial physician finally found a clue. He learned that there was an old maid in the palace who had been a maid in the previous dynasty and might know something about the poison of "Red Beauty and Dry Bones".
The imperial physician immediately found the old maid and asked her about the poison. The old maid was reluctant to talk at first, but after repeated requests from the imperial physician, she finally spoke.
"This 'Beauty and Withered Bones' poison is indeed a secret medicine from the previous dynasty. In order to maintain her youthful appearance, the queen of the previous dynasty once ordered people to develop this poison. However, although this poison can keep people young forever, it has great side effects. Once the poison takes effect, there is no cure." The old palace maid said solemnly.
The imperial physician heard this and couldn't help but feel relieved. He finally found a clue about the poison. Although the clue was a little vague, it at least gave him hope.
He continued to question the old maid: "Then how did the poison spread into the palace?"
The old maid shook her head and said, "I don't know. After the fall of the previous dynasty, I was assigned to the palace as a maid and never heard of this poison. It was only recently that I learned about it from the old man in the palace."
The imperial physician was somewhat disappointed, but he did not give up. He decided to learn more about the previous dynasty from the old palace maid, perhaps he could find some useful clues from her.
In the following days, the imperial physician frequently visited the old maid and asked her about the past dynasties. Although the old maid was old, her memory was still good and she knew everything about the past dynasties.
The imperial physician learned from the old maid that a fire had indeed broken out in the palace when the previous dynasty fell. The fire had destroyed many palaces and treasures, and also killed many innocent people. However, the old maid knew nothing about the whereabouts of the poison of "Red Beauty and Dry Bones".
The imperial physician knew that the source of the poison could no longer be traced, but he was not discouraged and began to think about how to find an antidote for Princess Jing'an.
He knew that since the poison was related to the previous dynasty, the antidote might be hidden somewhere. He decided to look through the ancient books and history books in the palace again, trying to find clues about the antidote.
However, this was not an easy task. The ancient books in the palace were so vast that it was like looking for a needle in a haystack to find the record of the antidote. The imperial physician was not discouraged. He read the ancient books day and night, trying to find a glimmer of hope.
As time went by, the imperial physician's body gradually became thinner, but his eyes became more determined. He firmly believed that as long as he did not give up, he would definitely find the antidote.
Finally, on a sunny afternoon, the imperial physician found a clue about the antidote in a dusty ancient book. It was an ancient book about the medicine of the previous dynasty, which recorded a herb called "Snow Lotus", which was said to be able to cure all kinds of poisons.
The imperial physician held the ancient book, his hands trembling slightly, and a glimmer of hope in his eyes. He did not dare to delay for even a moment, and immediately stood up and ran to the emperor's bedroom. Along the way, he silently recited the word "Snow Lotus" in his heart, as if this herb was Princess Jing'an's life-saving straw.
Arriving at the emperor's bedroom, the imperial physician first bowed, then carefully presented the ancient book in his hand. The emperor took the ancient book, glanced at the imperial physician's tired but determined face, and guessed something in his heart. He opened the ancient book and carefully read the record about "Snow Lotus".
"Your Majesty, according to ancient records, this 'Snow Lotus' herb can cure all kinds of poisons. It may be helpful to the princess's condition." The imperial physician said respectfully.
The emperor frowned slightly when he heard this: "Oh? Is there really such a magical thing?"
The imperial physician nodded: "It is indeed recorded in ancient books, but the place where this 'snow lotus' grows is extremely hidden and difficult to pick. I am willing to go and look for it myself."
The emperor was silent for a moment, looking towards the direction of the palace where the queen mother was, weighing the pros and cons in his mind. He knew that Princess Jing'an was the queen mother's favorite, and if he could find the antidote, it would not only save the princess' life, but also give the queen mother peace of mind.
"Okay, imperial physician, you get ready immediately. I will send a team of people to escort you there." The emperor finally spoke, with an unquestionable determination in his tone.
The imperial physician was delighted and quickly thanked him: "Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty. I will do my best."
Afterwards, the imperial physician hurried to the Queen Mother's palace and reported the good news to her. When the Queen Mother heard the news, a tear flashed in her eyes, but was soon replaced by determination.
"Imperial Physician, you must save my Jing'er." The Queen Mother held the Imperial Physician's hand tightly, her voice choked with sobs.
The imperial physician nodded solemnly: "I will definitely live up to the Queen Mother's trust."
In the following days, the imperial physician began to prepare for the search for the "Snow Lotus". He selected several assistants with superb medical skills and prepared enough herbs and dry food to ensure safety on the road.
The night before his departure, the imperial physician sat alone in his study, feeling mixed emotions. He knew that this journey was full of unknowns and dangers, but he also knew that he could not back down. He prayed silently, hoping that God would bless him to find the "Snow Lotus" and rescue Princess Jing'an.
The next morning, the imperial physician led the team on a journey to find the "Snow Lotus". They crossed the vast grasslands, climbed over the majestic mountains, and after many hardships, finally arrived at a valley shrouded in clouds and mist.
In the valley, a field of snow-white flowers sparkled in the sun. That was the "Snow Lotus". The imperial physician was delighted and immediately directed the team to pick them carefully. However, at this moment, a gust of wind suddenly blew up, and the fog in the valley suddenly became thicker.
The imperial physician was startled, knowing that the guardian spirit beast of the valley had appeared. He quickly told the team to stay alert, and he stood in front, ready to deal with any possible danger.