Chapter 444 Xi'er, Don't Go
The carriage from Prince Chen's Mansion stopped in front of Xie's Mansion.
The servant reported where Xie Mao was, and Gu Nianting went straight there.
Xie Mao received the report and waited in the courtyard, ready to greet him.
"Your Highness, the Prince of Chen, is here to stay."
Gu Nianting came with a purpose, so he naturally showed respect and helped him up in time without waiting for him to kneel.
"Thank you, sir, no need to be so polite."
Xie Mao gave a polite smile, turned towards the hall and gestured for guests to come in.
"Please come in and talk, Your Majesty."
The two men walked into the hall one after the other and took their seats according to the rules.
After serving tea, Xie Mao dismissed the maid and took the initiative to ask.
"Excuse me, Your Majesty, what orders do you have for me here?"
Gu Nianting sat upright, looking serious and dignified.
"This king is here to report something."
Xie Mao lowered his eyes slightly to hide the disdain in his eyes.
"I guess it's someone from a high-ranking family who has committed a crime against the prince?"
He sat quietly and bowed simply.
"Please forgive me for correcting you. Xie Mansion is not the place to report this. Your Majesty should go to Yinsitai."
"There will be people on duty at the Eighth Office every day. Even if it is past the busy hours, they can still handle their duties. Today, Yin Sitai should be the relevant person in Yin Sizhong. He will stay in the office, and the prince can just look for him."
Gu Nianting's face was solemn, without a trace of smile.
"The person whom I have accused is not of high rank among the nobles, and therefore cannot go to the Yinsitai."
Xie Mao smiled helplessly and continued to correct.
"That means someone among the common people has offended the prince."
"Since it is a commoner who made a mistake, he should report it to the court. Xie Mansion is just my home, what authority do I have to take care of these things?"
Gu Nianting looked serious and stared at him.
"This king is reporting this, and he is not a commoner, so there is no need to go to Tinghetai."
Xie Mao was slightly startled, but he became curious and asked in confusion.
"Who did the prince report?"
Gu Nianting answered solemnly.
"It is my uncle, Prince Dijin."
The teacup in Xie Mao's hand shook violently and he almost lost his grip.
"what?!"
He held his breath and concentrated, his expression changed and he became particularly serious.
"What does your Highness mean? What has King Dijin done wrong?"
Gu Nianting began to repeat what Lin Mu had said.
"This prince has just received top-secret information, Madam Xie..."
After patiently waiting for him to finish his story, Xie Mao was still as shocked as ever, and there was even more fear in his eyes.
"This matter is of great importance, Your Majesty, please do not speak rashly."
Gu Nianting's tone was firm.
"What the king said is true, please thank you for not doubting it."
He tried his best to empathize with Xie Mao's filial piety, and at the same time, he did not forget to show his appreciation for his talent.
"At this point, Madam Xie's body is already damaged. If we delay any further, her life may be in danger."
"This prince has specially sent you a good medicine that can temporarily relieve your mother's pain and also reveal its original efficacy, making it impossible for Prince Di Jin to hide his conspiracy."
Xie Mao was worried about his mother's illness and asked one more question.
"I heard that the imperial physician Lord Lin has recently moved into Prince Chen's mansion. Could this be Lord Lin's prescription?"
Gu Nianting did not hide anything.
"It is also."
A simple reply was not enough to express his sincerity in seeking appeasement, so he gave full play to his own ideas and exaggerated them.
"Lord Lin was lurking beside Prince Di Jin, and he noticed something was going on. He immediately developed this medicine, out of concern and righteousness, just to save Madam Xie."
These words seemed to praise Lord Lin, but in fact they were self-praise. Xie Mao understood the meaning of the words, smiled secretly, and did not say anything out loud.
Gu Nianting said seriously and got back to the topic.
"After your mother takes the medicine, wait for a cup of tea. Sir Xie can call any doctor to see her. We can see what Prince Dijin is thinking at a glance."
Xie Mao hesitated for a moment, fell into thought, and soon made a decision.
"Please forgive me for being so suspicious. I don't want my mother to take risks. I'd better ask Princess Yuexi to come and diagnose her first, so that I can feel at ease."
Gu Nianting showed understanding.
"Since this concerns your mother's safety, I can fully understand why Lord Xie is worried. Lord Lin said that Xi'er is an excellent doctor, and the things that King Di Jin used to harm people cannot be hidden from her."
He changed the subject and stated the difficulty.
"However, Prince Dijin intends to prevent her from meeting Old Madam Xie. How does Lord Xie plan to invite her?"
Xie Mao was extremely anxious and confused. He got up from his seat and pretended to leave.
"I will report this matter quietly. The princess will find a way to come here in secret."
Gu Nianting then showed urgency and agreed to leave.
"There is no time to lose. Please thank you for reporting as soon as possible."
Xie Mao was restless and quickly took his leave.
"Yes. Please sit down for a moment, Your Majesty. I will be back soon."
Gu Nianting nodded in response.
"it is good."
Not long after, a familiar and beautiful figure appeared not far from the door.
Gu Nianting looked at her in fascination, put down the teacup, slowly stood up, and walked towards her with brisk steps.
"Xier..."
Hearing his voice, Ning Yunxi glanced at him sideways, her brows immediately frowned with some discomfort, and she stopped in the yard and kept a distance from him.
"The person that Lord Xie mentioned as the informer is him?"
Xie Mao responded respectfully.
"Yes."
Ning Yunxi's defensive look was like a hedgehog covered with sharp thorns.
"How can he be trusted? He actually asked me to put aside dinner and come here to check on my condition. Sir Xie is really too carefree."
"I'm sorry, I can't keep you company. Goodbye."
Gu Nianting walked over quickly and tried to keep him.
"Xi'er, don't go."
Xie Mao stretched out his arms and blocked Ning Yunxi's way.
"Please stay, Princess. Your Highness Prince Chen's words are so true that they don't seem to be false. I beg you to examine my mother once."
Ning Yunxi was displeased and raised doubts.
"How could Lord Xie believe him? Could it be that he has other intentions?"
There was a hint of difficulty in Xie Mao's eyes, as if he really wanted to change Zhi, but he refused to admit it.
"I am just worried about my mother's health."
Seeing a glimmer of hope, Gu Nianting was filled with surprise, and he took advantage of the opportunity to pursue the victory and made a request right after him.
"Please do this for my sake and fulfill Mr. Xie's filial piety."
Ning Yunxi smiled contemptuously.
"Oh, Your Majesty takes himself too seriously."
With outsiders present, it was particularly difficult for Gu Nianting to lower his status.
"Then even if it is, I beg you, okay?"
Ning Yunxi pointed out the areas of dissatisfaction.
"Really?"
For Yin Sitai, Gu Nianting didn't want to miss the opportunity, so he made up his mind and knelt down.
"I sincerely beg you to diagnose Old Madam Xie!"
Obviously he didn't expect him to do this, Xie Mao was extremely shocked.
Then he thought it was inappropriate to put on an act, so he put on an expression of being touched and tried his best to squeeze out two tears which kept rolling in his eyes.
"Your Majesty..."
Ning Yunxi covered her lips and smiled, not surprised at all. She imitated him and responded with a posture.
"Your Highness, this is a great gift. I cannot bear it. Please stand up."
Upon hearing the word "stand up", Xie Mao was deeply moved and helped Gu Nianting up personally.
"Your Majesty, please get up quickly."
Ning Yunxi acted willful and unruly, expressing her anger.
"If I confirm that Madam Xie is fine after my examination, I will report this to my brother and I will severely punish you."
Xie Mao was respectful and obedient.
"Yes, everything is up to the princess's orders."
Ning Yunxi ordered impatiently.
"Lead the way."
Xie Mao didn't care and remained polite.
"My Lord, Princess, please."