Chapter 807: Then what does she count for? (1/2)

When Han Yunxi heard about Long Feiye’s true identity, she could only sit there blankly in a daze. Shen Jueming knitted his brows with worry, while Luo Zuishan’s expression was dark and indignant. The news had come too suddenly for all of them and stunned them deeply. Chu Xifeng and Xu Donglin simply stood on the side with heads bowed, afraid to meet esteemed wangfei’s gaze.

The room was absolutely silent. Light from the setting sun marked the passing of time. When night finally fell, the sunlight vanished from the windows. A servant girl came to light the lamps, but Shen Jueming had her withdraw. He lit it himself before breaking the silence.

“Esteemed wangfei, Doctor Gu’s matters…”

Han Yunxi finally looked up. Perhaps it was from lack of sleep last night, but her bright eyes had dimmed completely, leaving her looking sick and wan. She drank a sip of water before replying. “Use Gu Beiyue’s name to issue orders from the academy head. From this day on, abolish the ‘medical sanctions’ prohibitions. Medical City will always remain a neutral party. Under no circumstances is the medical academy to involve itself in any foreign politics or faction power struggles. The medical academy will only take responsibility for patients!”

Shen Jueming rejoiced. “This is the fortune of both Medical City and Cloud Realm Continent! Esteemed wangfei is wise and brilliant!” He had no idea if this woman knew Long Feiye’s status long ago, but he was worried that the south central regions would use Medical City as one of their weapons once they warred against Tianning. Now it looked like Han Yunxi hadn’t disappointed him.

“It’s not me who’s wise and brilliant, this was originally Gu Beiyue’s idea. Spread the orders that Doctor Gu has gone into seclusion starting today. He won’t receive any visitors or patients. The academy head’s tasks can be delegated to the Vice Council and Council of Elders to deliberate over as a group,” Han Yunxi finished.

“Esteemed wangfei, don’t worry. This old man knows what to do.” As Shen Jueming spoke, he shot a look at Luo Zuishan to indicate that he should leave. Unfortunately, Luo Zuishan only pretended not to see and remained put.

Without a choice, Shen Jueming could only leave first. First, he didn’t want to get too involved in south central region politics; secondly, the medical academy needed to wrap many things up in lieu of Gu Beiyue’s uncertain status. As soon as he was gone, Luo Zuishan broke into a cold laugh. “It’s no wonder, it’s no wonder!”

“What do you mean?” Xu Donglin huffed.

“Everyone in the world knows of the Shadow Clan’s loyalty to West Qin. It’s perfectly justifiable for the East Qin crown prince to kill him!” Luo Zuishan was suppressing his rage with difficulty.

As a doctor, he respected Gu Beiyue and remembered how the man had saved Little Qi. At the cliff, he’d heard of details of last night and couldn’t help but suspect Long Feiye as the perpetrator now that his identity was revealed.

“Luo Zuishan, you can eat junk, but you can’t speak junk. Do you know what you’re saying right now?” Chu Xifeng demanded.

“May I ask Guard Chu whether Doctor Gu knew of your master’s identity after he found out his?” Luo Zuishan retorted.

Han Yunxi finally looked over at Chu Xifeng. Without a doubt, she wanted to know the answer too. Chu Xifeng pursed his lips and couldn’t reply. From what he understood, His Highness Duke of Qin hadn’t revealed any hint of his East Qin lineage to Gu Beiyue. If he had, Gu Beiyue would be too busy holding a grudge against him to ever agree to cooperate. In truth, Chu Xifeng couldn’t read his master completely, either!

He always thought His Highness Duke of Qin had agreed to work with Gu Beiyue just so he could use the man for his own means. But it wasn’t until His Highness handed the rule of the south central regions to the man and started communicating with him in secret to work against that old fox that he discovered His Highness trusted Gu Beiyue completely. Even now, he couldn’t figure out why His Highness would have faith in a member of the Shadow Clan. They were dead set loyalists to West Qin, making them East Qin’s archenemy!

“Guard Chu, I’m asking you a question!” Luo Zuishan pressed.

Chu Xifeng knew that an honest answer would paint Long Feiye in a terrible light, but he knew lying here was impossible. Who would believe that a member of the Shadow Clan would willingly work with the East Qin imperial prince? Luo Zuishan waited patiently while Han Yunxi remained mute. Finally, Chu Xifeng caved into the pressure and said, “Doctor Gu...was not aware.”

Han Yunxi was expressionless, but her hands tightened around her teacup. Luo Zuishan sprang to his feet and demanded, “Just what kind of intentions does Long Feiye have?”

Perhaps he spoke too loudly, but Han Yunxi jolted at his words.

“Luo Zuishan, that has nothing to do with you. I ask that you please--”

“Academy Head Gu’s matters are the matters of our medical academy,” Lu Zuishan cut in. “How does that have nothing to do with this old man? Are you afraid to answer my questions because of your guilty conscience?”

“His Highness Duke of Qin even gave the south central region’s commander-in-chief’s estate to Gu Beiyue. How could he have bad intentions?” Chu Xifeng defended.

“Heheh, then why did Long Feiye hide his identity from Doctor Gu?” Luo Zuishan asked next.

Chu Xifeng was lost for words. His Highness Duke of Qin and Gu Beiyue’s identities were definitely antagonistic towards each other with no possibility of reconcilation! Only hiding and using the man made most sense. This was a question with a dead end! It was like the national enmity between East and West Qin, forever unbreakable. Unable to explain, Chu Xifeng could only look towards Han Yunxi.

“Esteemed wangfei, it couldn’t have been His Highness last night because he’s still with the military. How could he have come to Medical City?”

The most I can do is to make esteemed wangfei believe that the dark-robed assassin isn’t His Highness Duke of Qin. Only then can I give him a chance to explain himself.

Han Yunxi was clearly disappointed. Chu Xifeng had no idea how much his mistress wished that he could keep explaining himself so she wouldn’t be suspicious!