Tang Zhuyun's heart softened suddenly.
Such an arrow wound would be unbearably painful even for an adult.
But how can this child endure such excruciating pain and think about his future studies and prospects without earning our admiration and heartache?
"Yes," Tang Zhuyun said confidently.
Although such a promise could not be fulfilled 100%, she hoped that the boy in front of her could find some comfort.
Unexpectedly, Cui Xiaoqiu said, "Your Majesty, you've done your best, thank you. I can learn to hold a pen with my left hand too!"
At this point, they're still worried about the doctor's stress.
Tang Zhuyun was deeply moved.
This is such a wonderful child.
When feeding him the anesthetic, Cui Xiaoqiu still had doubts. "Your Majesty, I once read something that mentioned someone had developed anesthetic before. Taking it might affect one's mind... so I don't need to use it. I can resist the urge."
Tang Zhuyun said, "Do you think the prince has gone mad?"
"Has Your Highness eaten here?"
"Yes," Tang Zhuyun said, "Cui Ling, trust me."
Cui Xiaoqiu nodded emphatically, "Yanran said, you are very, very good. I believe you!"
He didn't dare open his eyes the entire time.
"But," Cui Xiaoqiu added, "If my family arrives before I'm awake, please tell them the assassin was coming for me."
Tang Zhuyun said in a deep voice, "Drink the medicine first; your injuries are more serious."
She could understand Cui Xiaoqiu's good intentions, but as an adult, she couldn't handle things that way.
Cui Xiaoqiu's face showed a gloomy expression, but she still obediently drank the anesthetic.
Fortunately, we were lucky, and the arrow wasn't difficult to pull out.
However, Tang Zhuyun discovered that the arrowhead was poisoned.
"Is it very toxic?" Meng Yulan asked nervously.
If something happens to Cui Xiaoqiu, it's likely that a grudge will be formed between him and the Cui Family.
"No." Tang Zhuyun's eyes were deep. "If the poison was very potent, I would have noticed it just now."
This poison is very cunning.
If she hadn't inadvertently glimpsed a hint of green on the arrowhead, she certainly wouldn't have noticed it.
This is a slow-acting poison, but within three to five days it will invade the internal organs, and even a miracle cure will be impossible.
Actually, even highly potent poisons, like arsenic, wouldn't be a problem, because Tang Zhuyun was there; she could save him.
However, it may be too late to regret such an overlooked poison.
If they didn't know Tang Zhuyun, they certainly wouldn't have done that.
It's fair to say that this whole scheme was tailor-made for them, mother and daughter.
Tang Zhuyun felt a chill run down her spine at the thought.
She felt a lingering fear.
If she hadn't noticed today, would both Yanran and Cui Xiaoqiu have lost their lives just like that?
Meng Yulan, "Can this poison be cured?"
She was so nervous she could practically wring water out of her handkerchief.
She endured her discomfort and stayed by her side to help, just in case something else went wrong.
really...
"Yes." Tang Zhuyun took a deep breath. "I need to clean his wound again."
This time, we'll go deeper.
It's likely that Cui Ling's arm will be affected to some extent in the future.
While martial arts training is restricted, the impact on reading and writing should be relatively limited.
We can't worry about anything else right now; saving lives is the most important thing.
When Old Madam Cui and Madam Cui arrived in a hurry with a large group of servants, Tang Zhuyun had already treated Cui Xiaoqiu's wounds.
However, the effects of the anesthetic had not completely worn off; although he opened his eyes, he still had little strength.
"You'll definitely feel pain when you get back. I'll prescribe some painkillers for you. Remember to take them if the pain gets really bad."
If it were someone else, Tang Zhuyun would definitely have instructed them not to eat too much, to avoid any side effects.
But Cui Xiaoqiu is too proud; if he really said that, he probably wouldn't touch a single drop.
"Ling'er!"
Both Old Madam Cui and Madam Cui rushed over excitedly.
Tang Zhuyun stepped aside and explained the whole story, adding, "We haven't caught anyone alive, so we still don't know who did it. But this matter most likely originated from the Prince's residence. The Prince said he will definitely give your family an explanation."
Poor Prince of Jin, he had just arrived and hadn't even met Yanran Tang Zhuyun when he heard that Yanran was in trouble. So he led the Golden Scale Guard to catch the assassin, practically turning the back mountain upside down.
When Madam Cui saw her beloved son injured, she could hardly control her emotions.
This is understandable, Cui Xiaoqiu was injured on Yanran's behalf. Tang Zhuyun heard from Yanran that Cui Xiaoqiu was originally sitting in the front, but later he asked to sit in the back. At that time, he probably realized that something was wrong. So Tang Zhuyun felt that even if the Cui Family scolded her, she would sincerely listen with her head down.
However, Old Madam Cui said, "It's good that Ling'er is alright. The bad thing is the assassin; no one expected it. It's all thanks to Her Highness the Princess's miraculous healing."
Her attitude was distant and restrained.
Cui Xiaoqiu, lying on the bed, finally breathed a sigh of relief, but then felt an excruciating pain in her wound.
Tang Zhuyun explained Cui Xiaoqiu's injuries and gave him instructions, saying she could keep an eye on him until he fully recovered.
After thanking her, Old Madam Cui learned that the room could be moved and left with Cui Xiaoqiu.
Meng Yulan said softly, "Old Madam Cui isn't very enthusiastic; she probably wants to go back and see a doctor again."
If the doctor can treat it, then there's certainly no need to send Tang Zhuyun to our door again.
Tang Zhuyun said wearily, "I can understand. Let them decide. When we get back, sister-in-law, please help me consider sending a generous gift to the Cui Family."
Cui Xiaoqiu took the arrow for Yanran, and as her mother, she Zidu.
Yanran stood in the courtyard, watching Cui Xiaoqiu being carried out, and stepped forward to ask, "Are you alright?"
Despite the excruciating pain, Cui Xiaoqiu forced a smile and said, "It's alright. I should thank you for pulling me out of the way and preventing me from being hit in a vital spot by the arrow."
"I..."
No!
But Yanran quickly understood and whispered, "It's what I should do. Get well soon."
"Mm," Cui Xiaoqiu said, "Thank you."
He didn't dare to be too intimate with his family, especially now, as he didn't know why they disliked Yanran.
At his age, he thinks about some things very simply.
He likes Yanran, Yanran is his only friend, and he hopes his family will like her too.
Prince of Jin and Xue Lie were talking to each other, not looking over, clearly indicating their intention to avoid the women.
Xue Lie was so angry he jumped up and down. "I only killed two, thinking there would still be so many survivors, but who would have thought there wouldn't be a single one left? I'm so angry!"
To assassinate someone right next to him—who do they think they are!
The Prince of Jin replied, "They were originally warriors destined for death; if they die, they die. And you, today, have come to offer incense for your mother-in-law?"
When he arrived, Xue Lie was standing amidst a pile of corpses, carrying a blood-dripping spear in one hand and Yanran in the other. The sight moved the Prince of Jin, and he spoke to Xue Lie much more politely that day.
Xue Lie rolled his eyes. "It's a bait- Dog Meat. My mother dragged me here to find a match."
Now it's all right, he's covered in blood, no need to look anymore.
She insisted on going to see it; it scared her to death!