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The next day, Xie Jingchen deliberately put on a show while Elder Li was administering acupuncture to him.

As the silver needles fell, he suddenly screamed in agony, clutching his head with both hands, his face deathly pale, as if his head was splitting with pain.

Immediately afterwards, he yelled and fell straight down, unconscious on the bed.

Elder Li was completely taken aback by his actions and panicked, quickly putting away the silver needles.

He was secretly alarmed: Could it be that he lost his sense of proportion when inserting the needle and inserted the wrong acupoint?

No way, he's a miracle doctor!

He frowned and hurriedly stepped forward to take Xie Jingchen's pulse.

In the courtyard, Xiao Yi was talking to Tao'er when he suddenly heard a scream coming from inside the house, and his expression changed drastically.

His heart sank, and without saying a word, he rushed inside.

Peach followed closely behind.

The others were also quite frightened and rushed inside in a swarm.

The Northern King must not be harmed.

If something really goes wrong, it will be a huge problem.

Moreover, after spending so much time together, we're no longer as distant as we were at the beginning; instead, we're like friends.

Although this kid has been constantly struggling with himself lately because of Tao'er, Xie Jingchen is still a good person no matter what.

He is also the most suitable prince for the position of Crown Prince of the Great Zhou.

Xiao Yi knew this better than anyone else.

"Father, what's wrong with Young Master Chen?" Xiao

Yi was the first to rush into the house and asked urgently.

Elder Li was concentrating on taking his pulse when he heard this, so he looked up and slowly said, "He has fainted."

However, after a careful examination, I found nothing seriously wrong.

But... something's amiss.

We'll have to wait until he wakes up to find out the specifics.

After calming down, he examined Xie Jingchen thoroughly and confirmed that he was not in any danger, which put his mind at ease.

"That's good. He can't be hurt."

Xiao Yi nodded upon hearing this, feeling half relieved.

"Grandpa Li, what happened to Brother Chen just now?"

Ah Yan tilted his little head and asked in a childish voice, his eyes full of worry.

Little Huanhuan's face was also filled with worry. She tugged at Ayan's sleeve, "Brother Yan, is Brother Achen sick?"

"Huanhuan, is Brother Chen alright?"

don’t worry!"

Elder Li patted his head affectionately and said gently, "Ayan, don't worry, your brother Achen is just tired. He'll be fine after a nap."

Huanhuan, don't worry, your brother Achen is fine.

He didn't want his child to worry.

Tao'er stood to the side, her gaze falling on the unconscious man on the bed. She frowned slightly and asked softly, "Uncle Li, is Young Master Chen really alright?"

How could he suddenly faint?

He wasn't like this during the previous acupuncture sessions..."

Having spent so much time together, Tao'er had already come to regard Young Master Chen as a friend.

It would be a lie to say I'm not worried.

Elder Li stroked his white beard, pondered for a moment, and suddenly uttered a meaningful remark: "Well... I can't say for sure either."

Perhaps this acupuncture treatment stimulated his brain, which might actually be a good thing; we never know.

Tao'er was taken aback, then quickly realized what she meant. Her eyes lit up, and she asked with delight, "Uncle Li, do you mean that Young Master Chen might be regaining his memories?"

If that's true, she'll be overjoyed.

That means she no longer has to carry this "big Buddha" around.

Once Young Master Chen regains his memories, he will surely return to his fiefdom in the North.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi and Qingfeng both looked at Elder Li, holding their breath and waiting for his answer.

Elder Li nodded slowly, his tone steady: "Very likely."

While I cannot guarantee 100%, I am about 70-80% certain.

These words immediately caused an uproar in the room.

Everyone's face lit up with joy, and even the two little children clapped and laughed.

On the bed, Xie Jingchen listened with his eyes closed. When he felt the time was right, he hummed softly twice and slowly opened his eyes.

His gaze swept across the crowd somewhat blankly at first, but when it landed on Xiao Yi, his expression suddenly changed.

His first words, hoarse yet clear: "General Xiao...you are General Xiao?"

You're still alive?

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi had no more doubts.

He immediately stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and said, "Your Highness, I am Xiao Yi, and I am still alive."

"You...do you remember everything?"

Upon hearing this, everyone bowed in greeting.

Xie Jingchen quickly sat up and gestured for everyone to dispense with formalities.

He sighed, a hint of sorrow in his eyes: "Yes, I remember it all, I remember everything."

He paused, his voice lowering: "Back then, I led a few personal guards north, and we encountered several assassination attempts along the way."

My guards were either dead or wounded... I myself was poisoned, seriously injured, and nearly lost my life.

"Thank goodness Miss Atao saved me."

At this point, Xie Jingchen turned his head, his gaze falling on Tao'er, and said in a solemn and earnest tone: "Miss Tao, I will never forget your life-saving grace."

If I have the opportunity in the future, I will definitely repay you.

Tao'er felt that Xie Jingchen was different from usual at this moment.

It's hard to pinpoint exactly what it is; perhaps it's the added composure in those eyes, or perhaps it's the natural air of authority that emanates from their every gesture.

In short, things are different now.

She felt a little embarrassed by Xie Jingchen's earnest thanks and waved her hand repeatedly, saying, "It was nothing, Your Highness, you don't need to be so polite."

If you really want to thank me, just give me some money as a reward.

You promised me a thousand taels of silver as a reward, you can't go back on your word!

In her view, no reward is more substantial than real gold and silver.

Upon hearing this, Xie Jingchen couldn't help but smile and nodded, saying, "Alright, once my subordinates arrive, I will definitely give you the reward money, and I will not go back on my word."

"Then... here's your jade pendant back."

Tao'er took out a round, white jade dragon pendant from her bosom and handed it over.

"This is your personal item."

You said you didn't remember the past and asked me to keep it for you as collateral for food and medical expenses.

Now that you have regained your memory, it is time for me to return it to its rightful owner.

But don't forget to give me the money!

Xie Jingchen stared at the jade pendant in Tao'er's palm, his gaze slightly narrowed, and he didn't reach out to take it for a long time.

After a moment, he slowly spoke, his voice carrying an indescribable meaning: "Atao, since I've given you this jade pendant, you should keep it."

Was she in such a hurry to return the jade pendant to him?

Is it because you don't want to have anything to do with him?

Did she no longer want to be friends with me after she found out about my current identity?

Or did she never even consider being with him?

Tao'er shook her head and directly stuffed the jade pendant into Xie Jingchen's hand, her tone decisive: "Your Highness, that won't do."

This jade pendant is your personal possession and a symbol of your status; I, a mere commoner, dare not accept it.

Please keep this safe.

"By the way, you and General Xiao must have some important matters to discuss, so the rest of us will head out first."

Before she finished speaking, Tao'er grabbed Dongkui's hand, called to the two children, and left the house without looking back.

Elder Li also made an excuse that medicine was still simmering on the stove, and went out with Tao'er and the others.

The room fell silent.

Xiao Yi knew that Tao'er was intentionally avoiding the topic.

This is even better, as it shows that Tao'er really doesn't have any romantic feelings for the prince.

Elder Li glanced back at Xiao Yi as he left.

He knew that Xiao Yi and the imperial court were inextricably linked.

Xiao Yi wants revenge and to clear the name of the Xiao family, and he will inevitably have to cooperate with the prince on these matters.

And once Xiao Yi's poison is cured, he should return to the Seven Kill Pavilion headquarters.

If we don't go back and keep those "ghosts" in the pavilion in check soon, they're likely to cause trouble again.