People in the Qin Dynasty sought good fortune and avoided misfortune.

Chapter 244, Yan Lingji storms the palace.
Xu Qing glanced at the expectant Han Fei and Zhang Liang, knowing it was time for him to show off. After clearing his throat twice, he said casually...
"Although the Curse of a Hundred Poisons is called that it contains a hundred poisons, its main component is snake venom. Judging from the residual toxins on the snakes, it can be cured simply by using this antidote,"

Zi Nu rested her chin on one hand, tilted her head to look at Xu Qing, and gazed at him with tender affection, her purple eyes filled with admiration.

He was also an expert in pharmacology. Although he had never heard of the Curse of a Hundred Poisons, Xu Qing was able to identify the poison's components and offer a solution based solely on the residual toxins from the snake's corpse. This demonstrated that the other party's medical skills had reached an extremely high level.

"My man is really amazing~ He can easily deal with poisons that others can't handle."

Zi Nu was filled with pride for Xu Qing.

"That's wonderful! It's good that Brother Xu has a way to break the Curse of a Hundred Poisons. This way, we don't have to worry about the murderer harming the people of Xinzheng," Han Fei said with delight.

The murderer slaughtered hundreds of Baiyue refugees, clearly targeting South Korea and King An. If the perpetrator were to become violent and poison innocent civilians in Xinzheng, South Korea would likely be plunged into unprecedented panic.

Fortunately, South Korea has a world-renowned physician who can resolve the problems caused by the Gu poison.

"The Imperial Physician truly lives up to his reputation as a miraculous healer. With that, we can focus our efforts on investigating the murderer without worrying about them harming innocent civilians."

Zhang Liang also looked at Xu Qing with admiration, his face showing worship. Apart from Han Fei, Xu Qing was the person he admired the most.

It's not just because of Xu Qing's medical skills, but also because of Xu Qing's virtue and conduct, which are worthy of his learning.

"There's no need to praise me like that; I just happened to know the solution," Xu Qing said calmly.

The antidote to the Curse of a Hundred Poisons was in the book the Tide Demoness gave him; it contained not only the Curse of a Hundred Poisons, but also most of the Gu and poisons of the Baiyue people.

After all, these books were treasures of the Baiyue royal family, so their contents must be complete.

"Brother Xu, would you like to come with me to the outskirts of the city to take a look? Perhaps you can find some other clues," Han Fei said to Xu Qing.

Xu Qing glanced at Zi Nu, who nodded slightly.

“Alright, for Zi Nu’s sake, I’ll go with you to take a look,” Xu Qing nodded and said.

Zi Nu has to handle the affairs of Zi Lan Xuan. Nong Yu has recently gained new insights into the art of the zither because of Liang Zhu, and is at a critical moment of breaking through her bottleneck. If she succeeds, she will become a new master of the zither.

So he was bored staying at Zilan Pavilion, so he might as well go out of the city with Han Fei to pass the time.

If Tianze and his group are still lingering near the Baiyue refugee settlement, he might be able to see Yan Lingji, and incidentally, make a deal with Tianze in advance.

"Alright, let's set off without delay," Han Fei and Zhang Liang said, standing up.

"Then you can go with them. I'll also take care of things at Zilan Pavilion," Zi Nu said to Xu Qing with a light smile.

Xu Qing nodded slightly and then left with Han Fei and Zhang Liang to investigate the tragic deaths of the refugees outside the city.

The three of them soon arrived outside the city. When the guards and people from the Sikou Mansion saw Xu Qing arrive, they all stepped forward to pay their respects.

"Greetings, Imperial Physician!" the crowd shouted in unison.

"Okay, you guys go ahead and do your own things," Xu Qing said, waving his hand.

"promise."

Seeing everyone busy again, Han Fei put his arm around Xu Qing's shoulder and said with a smile.
"Brother Xu, your prestige as Imperial Physician is far greater than mine and Zifang's. From now on, I will directly invoke your name if there is anything."

"From now on, we'll be counting on you, Imperial Physician, to protect us," Zhang Liang joked with a smile.

Having been subjected to so much public displays of affection by Xu Qing and Zi Nu at Zi Lan Xuan, the two were determined to get their revenge now that they had finally seized the opportunity.

"Come on, if I let you go out and spread my name, I'll have a whole bunch of enemies in a couple of days," Xu Qing said to Han Fei with disdain.

Doesn't Han Fei have any self-awareness about his own character?

Since Han Fei returned to China, apart from a few peaceful days at the beginning, he has spent the rest of his time either causing trouble or on his way to causing trouble.

"Hehehe, Brother Xu, why don't you take a look at the scene first?"

Han Fei gave an awkward smile and could only change the subject by mentioning watching the scene.

Xu Qing shrugged, took a step forward, and casually surveyed the scene. He was fine with treating patients, but performing autopsies was another matter entirely. As for the murderer, he naturally knew who it was: the Hundred Poison King under Tianze.

However, he was still planning to make a deal with Tianze, so he couldn't tell Han Fei about the murderer for the time being.

Otherwise, if Han Fei gets involved, it will be much more troublesome for Tianze and the others to kill Han Yu.

Fifteen minutes passed in a flash, and the originally clear sky was gradually covered by dark clouds, and the sky became gloomy.

"Brother Xu, have you figured something out?" Han Fei asked, leaning closer to Xu Qing.

Before Xu Qing could speak, a guard hurriedly walked towards the three of them.

"Imperial Physician, Ninth Prince, His Majesty has ordered you two to come to the palace. He says that the Ninth Prince needs to report on the killing of the Baiyue refugees," the guard said to Xu Qing and Han Fei.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Liang glanced nervously at Han Fei.

"I understand. I will go to the palace with the Imperial Physician shortly," Han Fei said.

"promise."

Han Fei glanced helplessly at Xu Qing, his arms hanging limply.

"Let's go. You can't escape this scolding, and I don't dare to plead for you in this matter." Xu Qing patted Han Fei's shoulder sympathetically.

Han Fei sighed helplessly and followed Xu Qing toward the Han King's Palace.

Soon the two arrived at the council hall of the Han King's palace. The hall was brightly lit, dispelling the darkness brought by the dark clouds.

Besides King Han An, Ji Wuye, Zhang Kaidi, and Han Yu were also present in the hall.

Upon seeing Xu Qing and Han Fei approach, King Han's face immediately darkened. Before the two could even offer their greetings, he began to lash out at Han Fei.

"Han Fei, I entrusted you with the task of resettling the Baiyue refugees outside the city. Is this how you take responsibility? Hundreds of people have died tragically."

In front of everyone else, King An of Han launched into a tirade against Han Fei, showing no regard for Han Fei's feelings.

Xu Qing glanced at Han Fei, who was looking down with a bitter expression, and silently walked to Zhang Kaidi's side.

"Imperial Physician, how is the investigation going?" Zhang Kaidi asked in a low voice.

“It was done by the Baiyue people, probably in cahoots with the arsonists,” Xu Qing said in a voice only the two of them could hear.

Ji Wuye and Han Yu glanced at Xu Qing and Zhang Kaidi whispering among themselves, their expressions darkening as they looked at Han Fei. Seeing Han Fei being scolded like a grandson, a mocking smile flashed in their eyes.

So the two of them didn't hold back and started to criticize Han Fei.

"The Baiyue refugees died tragically, and the methods were strange and cruel, like methods unique to the Baiyue. I believe that this was the remnants of the Baiyue, who took revenge on us for taking in these refugees."

"Your subject agrees with the General's words. This is the remnant of the Baiyue tribe challenging the prestige of the King of Han."

When Han Wang An heard their conversation, his face turned even uglier. He knew he shouldn't take in these slaves, but Han Fei insisted on forcing him to do so, which made him lose face.

At that moment, King An of Han looked at Han Fei with even more anger, and even a hint of hatred.

Seeing that King Han's anger had intensified, Zhang Kaidi had no choice but to stand up and speak for Han Fei.

“The defense of the capital has always been under the command of the General’s Office. The deaths of the Baiyue refugees this time are not unrelated to the city’s defense troops’ laxity,” Zhang Kaidi said in a deep voice.

Ji Wuye glanced coldly at Zhang Kaidi and said in a deep voice.
"What Zhang Xiangguo said is true, and I will definitely hold those who neglected their duties accountable. But there is a reason for this. If someone hadn't put rats in the granary, how could the grain have been eaten?"

Zhang Kaidi also looked at Ji Wuye, and the atmosphere between the two became somewhat tense.

Just as the two were about to start arguing, a soft, gentle voice, tinged with a touch of alluring laughter, rang out.

"I never expected to see something like this. Watching you two argue and curse is really amusing~"

(End of this chapter)