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Nan Gong Shuang nodded, "The Cold Poison Physique is innate. My master said it is a rare Ice Muscle Jade Bone, a once-in-a-thousand-years occurrence."
"Not only that," the Sixth Prince said seriously, "according to ancient texts, the Ice Muscle Jade Bone is a unique bloodline manifestation of the royal family, appearing only once every few generations. Those who possess this physique, if they can cultivate the Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique, will not only be able to control the Cold Poison but also gain unimaginable abilities."
Nan Gong Shuang was taken aback. "Royal Bloodline? How is that possible? My Nangong Family has been serving as court physicians for generations, but we have no blood relation to the royal family."
The Sixth Prince looked at her meaningfully. "That is precisely the reason why the Nangong Family was destroyed. Your father discovered a secret in the Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique—a certain bloodline connection between the Nangong Family and the royal family. This secret could shake the very foundations of imperial power."
Nan Gong Shuang's heart raced, and for a moment, she didn't know how to respond. She had never imagined that her background would be so complicated, nor did she expect that the annihilation of the Nangong Family was tied to such a significant secret.
"Regardless, we must find the Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique as soon as possible," Xiao Zhongyan said firmly. "Not only for Nangong Shuang's safety but also to uncover the truth behind the destruction of the Nangong Family."
The Sixth Prince nodded in agreement. "Tomorrow is the Lantern Festival; it is an excellent opportunity to leave the city. I will arrange for personnel to ensure your safety."
At that moment, a guard hurried in and whispered something in the Sixth Prince's ear. The Sixth Prince's expression changed as he turned to Nan Gong Shuang and Xiao Zhongyan. "There has been an incident at the Dali Temple. Shen Xinyao has been taken away by Zheng Yushi and is now missing!"
Nan Gong Shuang's heart sank. "What? What do they want with Miss Shen?"
The Sixth Prince said gravely, "They likely intend to use her to draw you out. Zheng Yushi is ruthless and will stop at nothing to achieve his goals."
Xiao Zhongyan clenched his fists. "We must rescue her!"
"Don't rush," the Sixth Prince calmly analyzed. "Since Zheng Yushi has taken her hostage, he won't harm her in the short term. We should first go to Mei Ying Villa to search for the Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique. With that medical book in hand, we will have leverage against them."
Although Nan Gong Shuang was worried about Shen Xinyao's safety, she understood that what the Sixth Prince said made sense. She nodded and said, "Alright, we will leave for Mei Ying Villa tomorrow."
After outlining their detailed plan, the Sixth Prince took his leave. Fan Lao also left several doses of medicine for Nan Gong Shuang, advising her to take them on time to prevent a relapse of the Cold Poison.
Once everyone had departed, Xiao Zhongyan remained by Nan Gong Shuang's bedside and asked with concern, "Do you feel any better?"
"Thank you for saving me," Nan Gong Shuang said gratefully. "If you hadn't discovered it in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable."
Xiao Zhongyan shook his head. "It was just a small effort. I never expected your physique would be related to the royal family. This might explain why my father is so concerned about the Nangong Family case."
Nan Gong Shuang fell silent for a moment before suddenly asking, "Xiao Gongzi, do you really believe me? After all, I am from the Nangong Family, your Xiao Family's enemy."
Xiao Zhongyan looked at her earnestly. "The Nangong Family and Xiao Family have no deep-seated enmity. There are hidden truths behind what happened back then. My father often says that right and wrong cannot be judged solely by appearances; we need to uncover the truth ourselves."
He paused before continuing, "Moreover, after these days of interaction, I have come to believe that the Nangong Family could not possibly be rebels."
Nan Gong Shuang was touched by his sincerity and softly replied, "Thank you."
The Sixth Prince's villa was quiet and elegant, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Nan Gong Shuang was settled in a finely decorated room with a view of a bamboo grove outside; moonlight filtered through the bamboo leaves and cast dappled shadows on her window.
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