The Worthy Consort said, "My daughter, don't be afraid. I'll summon an imperial physician for you right away." She gave Hu Xiaotian a meaningful look, and he went outside to invite Xu Baichuan in. In his view, Xu Baichuan's medical skills fell well short of Liu Changsheng's, which made him a safer choice. In truth, Hu Xiaotian was worrying unnecessarily. With Xi Yan's skill at administering poison, deceiving everyone was hardly difficult.
After examining Xi Yan's eyes, Xu Baichuan sighed again. He quietly told Hu Xiaotian that the poison had already invaded her eyes. If this continued, she likely had little time left. By Xu Baichuan's judgment, Xi Yan would not survive tomorrow.
The Worthy Consort had now completely set aside her hostility toward Princess Anping. Since Long Xiyue was certain to die, what was there left to hold against her? With tears in her eyes, she said, "Child, tell your mother if there's anything you wish for."
Watching from the side, Hu Xiaotian secretly found it amusing. Even someone as seasoned as the Worthy Consort could be fooled by this little fox, Xi Yan-a testament to just how cunning and sinister she was. He would have to be more careful around the girl in the future. One moment of inattention, and he might fall into her trap himself.
Hu Xiaotian gave Xu Baichuan a meaningful look, and the two quietly withdrew outside.
Xu Baichuan cupped his hands toward Hu Xiaotian. "Lord Hu, the poison has invaded Her Highness's lungs and vital organs. I'm afraid even an immortal could do nothing to help her."
Hu Xiaotian bit his lip hard, arranging his face into an expression of grief. "You mean..."
Liu Changsheng's sigh came from behind them. Liu Yucheng carried him over on his back, and Liu Changsheng said, "Lord