Hong Fu went to the Ming Mansion to investigate the situation, while Qin Yun was in the study dealing with account books.
Qin Yun meticulously compiled all the evidence of corruption by the second branch over the years.
As long as Qingshan could subdue the oil tycoon, Madam Min would never have a chance to recover.
As for Qin Yu, that little vixen, she wouldn't escape either.
Once Madam Min fell, Qin Yu would be finished.
Two hours later!
Hong Fu leaped through the study window.
"Mistress, I've found out. Ming Xiajing is covered in pus. It's only been two days, and it's already starting to fester!"
Qin Yun frowned. "Only two days? And it's already festering?"
"Yes!"
"The Ming Mansion must have called many doctors to examine Ming Xiajing these past few days!" Qin Yun narrowed her eyes.
Pus that appeared only two days ago and was now festering likely meant poisoning.
If it was indeed poisoning, ordinary imperial physicians would be unable to treat it.
"Which imperial physicians did Ming Qinghua invite to examine him?"
Hong Fu stated solemnly, "All the experienced imperial physicians from the Imperial Academy have seen Ming Xiajing. They have prescribed many medications, but none have been effective!"
"So, that means... Xue Jin has also been to the Ming Mansion?"
"Yes, Imperial Physician Xue Jin also examined him and prescribed medication. It has only temporarily slowed down the festering of the pus, but there has been no actual improvement!"
Qin Yun walked to the window and looked out at the night.
Xue Jin could treat illnesses, but not poison.
An illness that even Xue Jin couldn't cure was not an illness. She was certain... Ming Xiajing was truly poisoned!
"Is there any other reliable information?"
"Lord Ming has issued a reward. Whoever can cure Ming Xiajing will receive one hundred thousand taels of silver!"
There was money?
Qin Yun smiled. This was good news.
"Go and prepare. We will go to the Ming Mansion later!"
"Mistress, it's so late... are you sure you want to go?"
Qin Yun smiled. "It's more convenient for me to act at night. My disguise won't reveal any flaws!"
Hong Fu understood Qin Yun's intentions immediately and went to prepare.
Half an hour later!
The two disguised themselves.
Since this matter could not be exposed, Qin Yun and Hong Fu left the mansion from the back door.
After leaving the mansion!
The two got into a pre-arranged carriage and headed directly to the Ming Mansion.
Inside the Ming Mansion!
"Mother, am I going to die? I feel so uncomfortable!"
On the bed, Ming Xiajing emitted a foul odor. The swollen pus flowed with turbid bloody water.
Even though a servant had just cleaned the foul smell, it was flowing out again at this moment!
Madam Ming wiped away tears with a handkerchief, not forgetting to comfort the weak Ming Xiajing.
"Xiajing, you will get better. Your father has already issued a reward, and I'm sure a divine doctor will come to your rescue. No matter how much money it costs, Mother will save you!"
"Where is Father? Where has Father gone? Is he disgusted with his child?" Ming Xiajing was weak all over and could not muster any strength.
"Your father is still at the Imperial Academy. He is still asking that group of people at the Imperial Academy to find a solution for you!"
At this moment, Ming Xiajing asked, "Where is Yu'er? Is she alright? Does she know I'm sick? Has she come to see me?" Ming Xiajing asked several questions in a row.
Speaking of Qin Yu, Madam Ming felt annoyed!
She had sent someone to the Qin Mansion a couple of days ago to inform them of Ming Xiajing's condition, but no one from the Qin Mansion had come to visit these past two days.
The Qin family was truly snobbish!
If she had known this, she shouldn't have agreed to let that shrew Qin Yu enter the household as a concubine!
When her son was healthy, Qin Yu and her son were eager to climb the social ladder. Now that her son was on the brink of death, they didn't even come to check on him!
"Xiajing! Listen to Mother's advice, that Qin Yu is not a good match! It's fine to play around, but don't give your heart to her!"
Hearing this, Ming Xiajing frowned. "Has she not come?"
Madam Ming nodded. "Xiajing, try to be optimistic. When you recover, what kind of woman do you want? Mother will find you a beautiful wife then!"
"Let's wait until I'm better."
Ming Xiajing sighed. "Mother, it's very late. You should go and rest. I'm tired too and want to sleep a little."
"Alright!" Madam Ming had just stood up when a servant at the door reported.
"Madam, there is a woman outside who claims to be a divine doctor and can cure the young master!"
Upon hearing this, Madam Ming's spirits immediately lifted. "Quickly invite the divine doctor in!"
"Yes!"
Madam Ming turned and went to Ming Xiajing's side. "Xiajing, did you hear that? A divine doctor has come. She says she can cure you!"
Ming Xiajing's expression was blank, his state like dead ashes. "Mother, haven't I seen enough doctors? Even the imperial physicians in the palace are helpless. Do you think the divine doctor who came to our mansion in the middle of the night is reliable? Perhaps that person is a swindler, coming for Father's one hundred thousand taels of silver!"
Madam Ming also felt a bit dejected.
Yes!
This person didn't come during the day but came at night. Perhaps she was indeed a swindler!
But she was still unwilling to give up. "Let's see first? If that person is a swindler, Mother will not let her off!"
Ming Xiajing felt it was unnecessary. It was all a wasted effort to keep seeing doctors.
A moment later!
Qin Yun and Hong Fu, in disguise, were led by a servant to Ming Xiajing's room.
Seeing the newcomers! Madam Ming rushed forward. "Are you the divine doctor?"
Madam Ming sized up the woman before her.
She wore a hat, her attire was ordinary, and her looks were also ordinary.
In short, there was nothing that made one's eyes light up.
This person didn't even bring a medical kit. She was completely empty-handed. She was indeed a swindler!
After a moment of appraisal, Madam Ming's expression slowly turned cold.
From initial expectation to excitement, then to disappointment and indifference.
Qin Yun naturally saw Madam Ming's changing expression.
She inwardly mocked, this must be the so-called judging by appearance.
"I heard there is a young master in your mansion who is ill. I studied medicine for a few years when I was young, so I specially came to see your son!" Qin Yun deliberately lowered her voice, and her throat was a little hoarse due to the medicine she had used.
"Didn't you claim to be a divine doctor?" Madam Ming circled Qin Yu, her eyes full of scrutiny.
"That's what outsiders say!"
Hong Fu, standing beside her, narrowed her eyes at Madam Ming. She really disliked Madam Ming's gaze and behavior!
Arrogant!
Indifferent!
Her own beloved son was in dire straits, yet she still had such a superior air. Truly ignorant of heaven and earth!
"Madam, your young master seems to be in great pain. Whether he can be cured or not... won't we know after letting our divine doctor take a look?" Hong Fu said expressionlessly.
Madam Ming shifted her gaze to Hong Fu.
Hong Fu was dressed as an old woman, playing the role of Qin Yun's attendant.
"How dare a mere commoner be so bold? You are also of a certain age, don't you know that servants should not interrupt when their master is speaking?" Madam Ming said coldly.
Qin Yun smiled. "She is not a commoner; she is a good sister who has been through thick and thin with this old woman!"
Madam Ming sneered. "Fine, I am not interested in your relationship. If you cannot cure my son, do not expect to leave the Ming Mansion!"