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Qiu Shuang and others quickly retreated, leaving only Ruilian.

Ruilian is indeed Queen Xu's closest confidant. Queen Xu did not shy away from Ruilian when she asked her alone.

Ling Jingshu thought to herself and waited quietly for Queen Xu to ask questions.

"I heard that Dr. Wei once treated you and prescribed medicine. I wonder if your illness has been cured?" Queen Xu asked seemingly casually.

This is what I was asking about.

Ling Jingshu had been mentally prepared since the day she entered the palace. She had already thought of her words. She bit her lips in embarrassment and replied in a low voice: "To answer the question of the queen, I drank two drinks in a row before." After taking medicine for many months, there was no improvement. It seems that this disease cannot be cured. After entering the palace, I stopped taking the medicine."

Is the disease really incurable?

A trace of joy flashed in Empress Xu's heart, but she said: "There is no reason to give up halfway in treating a disease. You are in Jiaofang Palace, and when I call Imperial Physician Wei to see you, let him take a look at you. Continue to drink the medicine you deserve. You, a young girl, cannot live without getting married and having children."

She actually took the initiative to let Wei Yan treat her illness!

Would Queen Xu be so kind?

Ling Jingshu raised her head, with tears in her eyes and tears of gratitude on her face: "Thank you, Queen, for your kindness. However, the slave's entry into the palace is already a special case. I don't know how many people are watching my every move, openly or secretly. The Queen has treated this slave enough." You are so generous, if it is reported that Dr. Wei is treating my slave again, I don’t know how many rumors will spread. I really can’t bear it.”

Outside the palace, Wei Yan treated her and no one said anything.

After entering the palace, she was just a female official. What qualifications do we have for Wei Yan to see a doctor? Wei Yan specializes in treating the emperor and queen on weekdays, and the concubines in the palace do not dare to call Wei Yan for pulse diagnosis at will.

Queen Xu's "kindness" will make Ling Jingshu stand at the forefront, and her every move will attract everyone's attention.

No matter what the reason is, Ling Jingshu will resolutely reject this "favor"!

Ling Jingshu's firm attitude surprised Empress Xu a little, and she looked at Ling Jingshu with a thoughtful look in her eyes: "Are you really not willing to let Dr. Wei diagnose and treat you?"

Ling Jingshu responded without hesitation: "Yes. Being able to be by the Queen's side every day is already a blessing earned over several lifetimes. I don't dare to ask for anything more!"

Empress Xu relaxed her brows and said with a smile: "Well, since you don't want to, I won't force you. Fortunately, you are still young, and you don't need to come into contact with any men as an errand in the Zaijiao Palace. It doesn't matter if you leave this disease to be treated in the future." ”

Queen Xu wished her illness could never be cured!

However, fortunately, I have a disease as a shield. Even though Queen Xu didn't like her, she had no intention of dealing with her yet.

Ling Jingshu thanked her gratefully.

Empress Xu asked kindly: "You have been in the palace for more than half a month. How are you adapting here? Have you encountered anything unpleasant? Is anyone deliberately making things difficult for you? If so, just tell me. , I will definitely make the decision for you.”

Ling Jingshu responded without thinking: "Everyone in Jiaofang Palace treats slaves very kindly, and no one makes things difficult for slaves. The errands under my leadership are not heavy, and I can handle them well."

I thought Ling Jingshu would take the opportunity to sue Luo Yan. Unexpectedly, she didn't mention a word.

Empress Xu's eyes flashed, and she said pointedly: "There are many newly cultivated varieties in the peony room. You only lead one palace maid to take care of it. Can you handle it? If you can't handle it, don't force yourself. Hold on. I hold a flower viewing party every year, and the new peonies are absolutely indispensable."

"Not only the slaves, but also the two maids who followed the slaves into the palace, will also go to the peony room every day to help take care of the peonies." Ling Jingshu responded with a smile: "When the flowering period comes in April, the slaves will definitely not let the Queen down. ”

Empress Xu twitched her lips: "Since you said so, how can I not believe you? However, I also have my words first. If the peonies are planted well, I will give you a heavy reward. If something goes wrong, I can’t spare you either.”

Ling Jingshu solemnly agreed: "Please rest assured, Queen, I will never let you down!"

Queen Xu waved her hand, indicating that she could retreat.

After Ling Jingshu resigned and left, the smile on Queen Xu's face faded.

This Ling Jingshu was smarter than she thought. She had just tried every possible means, but Ling Jingshu's response was flawless and she couldn't find any fault at all.

"What a smart girl." Empress Xu seemed to be talking to herself, but also seemed to be feeling something: "Ruilian, you saw it just now! She is much smarter than when you entered the palace. "

Ruilian's ability to become Queen Xu's confidant has her own merits. Knowing exactly what to say when, he smiled and said, "Yes, I think so too. This Ling Jingshu is much better than this slave."

Empress Xu glanced at Ruilian with a smile but not a smile: "What I appreciate most is not smart people, but people who are loyal to me. If you dare to have other thoughts behind my back, don't blame me. Show mercy."

This is the real Queen Xu.

Never truly trust anyone.

Working as an errand next to Queen Xu, I am always in a state of trepidation and fear!

Ruilian's heart trembled and she hurriedly expressed her loyalty: "The Empress knows this clearly. I have always been loyal to your Majesty and have never had any second thoughts. No matter what the Empress has ordered, I will do my best to complete it."

Empress Xu twitched her lips and smiled faintly: "Look at you, I'm just talking casually. Why are you so nervous? If I can't trust you, how can there be anyone trustworthy around me?"

Ruilian showed a flattered smile. As for how she felt in her heart, only she knew best.

…

After walking out of Jiaofang Hall, cold sweat broke out in Ling Jingshu's hands.

Every time she had a confrontation with Queen Xu, she had to brace herself up and think hard, not daring to relax at all. It seems to be easy and smooth, but in fact it is full of dangers.

It's like walking on the tip of a knife. If you are not careful, you will fall into the abyss.

Of course, these days were not without success.

He maintained a close relationship with Ruilian Qiu Shuang and the others, and gradually gained a foothold in Jiao Fang Palace. Secretly paying attention to the people and things around him, he became more and more aware of Queen Xu's methods.

Because time is still short, no particularly important information has been found yet.

However, the most important thing you need when doing eyeliner is patience.

Just like a dagger hidden in the dark, no one notices or knows it. Only when it reveals its edge at the most critical and critical moment can it have unexpected effects.