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Upon hearing these words, Nangong Shuang's expression changed. "What do you mean, Young Master Xiao Er?"
"My meaning is quite simple," Xiao Zhongmo stepped closer, lowering his voice. "The Purple Butterfly Poison is a secret of the Nangong Family, known only to a few. Not only did you recognize it at a glance, but you also carry the antidote with you. Isn't that a bit too coincidental?"
Madam Xiao gasped in shock. "Zhongmo! What nonsense are you talking about? Nangong Shuang saved a life; if you are not grateful, how can you accuse her?"
Ignoring his mother's reprimand, Xiao Zhongmo continued to stare at Nangong Shuang. "I heard that many years ago, a daughter of the Nangong Family escaped a calamity. Now that ten years have passed, if that girl is still alive, she should be around seventeen or eighteen years old, right?"
Nangong Shuang's heart tightened, but she maintained her composure and replied calmly, "Young Master Xiao Er must be joking. I am merely a village doctor with no connection to the Nangong Family. As for the Purple Butterfly Poison, I have only seen it mentioned in a medical book and have a slight understanding of it."
Xiao Zhongmo was about to say more when Madam Xiao interrupted with displeasure. "Enough! Today is a day of celebration; stop speaking nonsense! Recently, there have been rumors in the capital about the retrial of the Nangong Family's wrongful case. What reason do you have to target Nangong Shuang like this?"
Seeing his mother angry, Xiao Zhongmo had no choice but to retreat reluctantly, casting a cold glance at Nangong Shuang as he left.
Madam Xiao turned to Nangong Shuang apologetically. "My son has a quick temper and speaks without thinking; I hope you can forgive him."
Nangong Shuang shook her head slightly. "It's nothing. Young Master Xiao Er may just be overly concerned about your health."
Madam Xiao sighed. "Zhongmo has always been stubborn, just like his father. But Xiao Zhongyan is different; he is gentle and refined, with far-reaching insights, and is highly regarded by His Highness the Crown Prince."
Nangong Shuang's heart stirred: Xiao Zhongyan has close ties with the Crown Prince? This was an interesting piece of information.
"Madam," Nangong Shuang ventured cautiously, "may I ask about what Young Master Xiao Er mentioned regarding the retrial of the Nangong Family's case? Is it true?"
Madam Xiao looked slightly surprised. "You didn't know? Recently, it has been rumored in court that the Crown Prince intends to reopen the case against the Nangong Family for treason and has ordered evidence to be collected. It is said that there are many doubts surrounding the original case; someone may have framed them."
Nangong Shuang's heart surged with tumultuous waves: could it be that the wrongful case against the Nangong Family might actually be retried? This was news she had longed for! No wonder Xiao Zhongmo harbored such hostility towards her; he must be afraid of her identity being exposed and implicating the Xiao Family.
Madam Xiao continued, "Strangely enough, my son Xiao Zhongyan seems very interested in this case; he has been visiting the palace frequently these days and has had private discussions with the Crown Prince. Both my husband and Zhongmo are quite unhappy about it, believing he is meddling."
"Oh? Why does Young Master Xiao Da pay such close attention to the Nangong Family case?" Nangong Shuang feigned curiosity as she asked.
Madam Xiao shook her head. "Who knows? That child has always had his own opinions; once he sets his mind on something, he won't back down until he hits a wall. He believes that the Nangong Family might have been wronged and insists on getting to the bottom of it."
Nangong Shuang was astonished: Xiao Zhongyan was actually taking the initiative to seek justice for the Nangong Family? This was completely contrary to her impression of the Xiao Family. If this were true, then Xiao Zhongyan's stance was entirely opposite to that of Xiao Zhongmo—one seeking justice while the other sought concealment—creating an intriguing conflict between brothers.
While she pondered this, a maid hurried over and whispered something in Madam Xiao's ear. Madam Xiao's expression changed immediately as she stood up. "Nangong Shuang, Lord Lu has awakened and wishes to see you."
Nangong Shuang nodded and followed Madam Xiao to the guest room.
On their way, Madam Xiao spoke anxiously. "Lord Lu is an important official in Li Bu; his position is high and powerful. To have suffered such an attack in my household today is truly concerning. I wonder what their intentions are?"
Nangong Shuang contemplated deeply. "Based on the nature of the poison and timing of its use, it's likely that the assailant was targeting Lord Lu specifically rather than indiscriminately poisoning anyone."
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