RPAGF Chapter 179 Xiao Long Spits Blood
Chapter 179 Xiao Long Spits Blood
A moment later, Xiao Long's expression showed no change.
Xiao Long spoke slowly, his voice steady and powerful: "This leaf, when first tasted, does indeed have the effect of refreshing the mind, but its true efficacy still needs time to be verified."
After speaking, he gestured to the imperial physician to continue observing and recording his physical condition.
Jin Mingde secretly rejoiced, knowing that as long as His Highness the Crown Prince was unharmed for the time being, they would have the opportunity to continue promoting the silver leaves and earn more profits.
So Jin Mingde began to explain the effects of silver leaves in more detail, hoping to get the people of the Great Zhou Dynasty to accept this gift as planned.
As time passed, half an incense stick's time went by, and Xiao Long's expression remained unchanged, without any unusual reaction.
Just when everyone thought the experiment was about to end, Xiao Long suddenly swayed and turned pale, startling everyone.
Xie Wanru suddenly stood up and looked at him nervously. Wasn't it said that there was Doctor Huo's antidote pill?
However, Xiao Long quickly adjusted his breathing, steadied himself, and a resolute look flashed in his eyes: "Father, I am fine, just feeling slightly unwell and a little nauseous. I suppose it is because this leaf has a unique effect and I need time to get used to it."
Emperor Qinyong was startled.
"Your Majesty, let Long'er go back to rest."
The Empress was crumpling the handkerchief in her hand tightly. She couldn't stop her son from sacrificing for the people of Great Zhou, but she also felt sorry for him!
Emperor Qinyong nodded slightly, indicating that the imperial physicians should continue to observe the patient, and that the patient could go back and sit down first.
At this moment, Shen Cong'an quietly approached Xie Wanru and whispered, "Princess, rest assured, Doctor Huo's antidote is ready. His Highness the Crown Prince can take it immediately if he feels even slightly unwell."
Hearing this, Xie Wanru felt slightly relieved, but her gaze remained fixed on Xiao Long.
Meanwhile, Prince Rui and Xiao Yan, who were in the corner, took in all of this.
A thoughtful look flashed in Prince Rui's eyes, as if he were plotting something.
Xiao Yan smirked, secretly pleased with himself. "Brother, this must be delicious. Are you happy right now?"
However, what they didn't know was that all of this was under Xiao Long's control.
He was supposed to leave, but suddenly he coughed up a mouthful of blood and became somewhat out of control.
"Long'er!"
"His Royal Highness!"
"Brother Emperor!"
While everyone was still in shock and disbelief, Xiao Wu rushed over and caught the person.
"Royal brother? Imperial physician! Imperial physician!"
Xiao Wu shouted.
Xiao Long secretly curled his lip. His younger brother, who was always busy tinkering with a bunch of junk, was actually showing him such concern at this moment.
But since the play had come to this point, he could only continue acting, and he could only spit out another mouthful of blood with great effort.
Jin Mingde was terrified!
That's impossible! No one has ever vomited blood from taking silver leaf. Addiction is the characteristic of silver leaf; it causes hallucinations and makes people indulge in its benefits, but it would never directly damage the body's fundamental health.
"The Crown Prince of the Great Zhou is far too weak."
Princess Simon's face showed a mocking expression, completely different from Jin Mingde's reaction. She had always been aloof and arrogant, looking down on others.
Xiao Lin immediately drew the sword from the guard's body and pointed it directly at Jin Mingde.
"Jin Mingde! What exactly is this thing you brought? If my imperial brother's health is affected by it, I will not let you off!"
He pointed at the Simons, and in an instant, Xie Yanting also led his men to surround them. Xie Yanting was the commander of the city's defenses, and the sword in Xiao Lin's hand was taken from his men.
Someone attempted to harm His Highness the Crown Prince of the Great Zhou Dynasty, but they only surrounded him; that was already quite lenient.
After examining the Crown Prince's pulse, the imperial physician said, "Your Majesty, before His Highness the Crown Prince took this leaf, I checked his pulse and found him to be healthy. However, his pulse is weak and unstable. Although there are no signs of organ damage, we cannot be careless. This silver leaf is a product of Ximeng, which we are not familiar with. I implore Your Majesty to send someone to invite Physician Huo to the palace to ensure His Highness's safety."
The imperial physician kowtowed. He actually knew about the crown prince's plan, but inviting Doctor Huo would make the matter seem more authentic in order to spread the word further.
"Hurry up and go invite them!"
Emperor Qinyong was slightly angry. He didn't know that the Crown Prince was acting and was genuinely worried.
"emperor!……"
Kim Myung-deok wanted to explain, but the cold stare from the Emperor made him tremble uncontrollably.
“Lord Jin, I advise you not to say anything at this moment. The more you say, the more suspicious people will become.”
Princess Simon interrupted Jin Mingde. Although she was proud, she was not stupid. She could tell that the situation was not good. Their things should not have such problems. Since this happened, it must have been done on purpose.
Whatever they say now is a blank and weak explanation, which only makes it easier for others to find loopholes.
Wu Xuanyi had been escorted to Xiao Long's side by Xie Wanru. Xiao Long gently squeezed her hand back to indicate that he was alright.
Emperor Qinyong's gaze swept over everyone, finally landing on Xiao Long, his eyes filled with complex emotions. "Long'er, go with the imperial physician to the side hall to rest. I will find out the truth and will not allow anyone to harm you."
Xiao Long nodded weakly and was carefully helped away by Xiao Wu and several guards.
In this scene, he not only wants to reveal the truth about the silver leaf, but also wants to take this opportunity to eliminate some spies inside and outside the court.
His actions will inevitably affect the Simons' plans, and in order to advance those plans, some people will inevitably be unable to restrain themselves and will stand up to defend the Simons.
Among the defenders, some were unaware of the truth and were deceived, while others knew the truth but betrayed the people of the Great Zhou for their own selfish reasons.
The Empress was tearful, but she forced herself to remain calm. She knew that she could not lose her composure at this moment and had to support her son to the end.
Shen Cong'an subtly winked at Xie Wanru, indicating that everything was under control.
Although Xie Wanru still felt a little uneasy, seeing Shen Cong'an's confidence, she relaxed a bit.
With Xiao Long's departure, the atmosphere in the main hall became even more tense.
Jin Mingde and Princess Simon exchanged glances, both sensing a hint of unease in each other's eyes. He glanced at Xiao Yan across from him, seemingly unintentionally.
It seemed like they were asking a question, but they didn't dare to be too direct and let others discover their relationship.
Xiao Yan had just sent someone to invite the man in white, but the man refused to show himself and only sent someone to tell him not to make any rash moves.
This turn of events was unexpected, and he was momentarily at a loss as to what to do, so he could only wait for an opportunity to act.
Prince Rui gave a subtle look, remaining hidden in the corner, showing no emotion.
Soon after, Physician Huo was hastily summoned to the palace. His expression was solemn as he went straight to a side hall.
Everyone knows that Doctor Huo is highly skilled in medicine. His arrival undoubtedly adds a bit of uncertainty to this turmoil. The problem that the imperial physicians in the palace find troublesome must be that the Crown Prince's health is really in trouble.