nycdaug Chapter 151 The Test of Friendship
Chapter 151 The Test of Friendship
The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window lattices into the palace courtyard, illuminating every corner with a gentle glow. Yun Mengting had just finished her morning medical research and was sorting through the herbs in her room, but she couldn't shake her worry about Liu Tianjiao and Jiang Feng. Unease swirled within her, and the future remained uncertain.
"Mengting, what are you busy with?" Shen Jingxuan pushed the door open and walked in. His eyes were full of concern and his brows were slightly furrowed, as if he could sense that she was worried.
Yun Mengting looked up and forced a smile, but it was hard to hide the irritation in her heart: "I'm sorting out some herbs and preparing to concentrate on researching a new prescription."
"You've been overworked recently and need to have a good rest." Shen Jingxuan frowned, walked to her side, stared at her face, as if trying to see if she was really okay.
"I know you're doing this for my own good." Yun Mengting took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. "But the situation in the palace has been unstable recently. As the Medical Consort, I have a responsibility to do my best."
"What you said makes me even more worried!" Shen Jingxuan said anxiously, with deep concern in his eyes, "Liu Tianjiao has been in contact with you recently, which really makes me think of a lot of things." His voice began to become heavy, as if he was about to say something important.
"Shen Jingxuan, I understand your concerns." Yun Mengting interrupted him, trying to calm him down. "My relationship with Liu Tianjiao is simply about seeking information. He does have his own opinions on certain things."
"But I can't ignore his connection with Jiang Feng!" Shen Jingxuan clenched his fists, suppressing his anger and anxiety, and said angrily, "You must always be vigilant!"
"I will." Yun Mengting sighed softly, feeling a warm feeling in her heart about Shen Jingxuan's concern, but she also realized that she had to find a foothold in this complicated relationship and not let emotions blur her judgment.
"Maybe we need a test." Shen Jingxuan suddenly suggested, his tone serious.
"Test?" Yun Mengting was stunned, a little confused.
"Yes. I think we should carry out some tasks together and find opportunities to test our mutual trust. Why not arrange a contact so that you can get to know Liu Tianjiao more deeply and see his true intentions." Shen Jingxuan said seriously, with a hint of determination in his eyes.
"Isn't this—isn't this too risky?" Yun Mengting's face showed concern, and she felt uneasy in her heart. "I don't want to be led by him by the nose."
"I understand, but this is necessary. The key to the mission is that we need to better understand and judge the cooperation between each other." Shen Jingxuan insisted, his eyes like lightning, revealing unquestionable determination.
Yun Mengting was silent for a moment, gradually realizing that this was indeed an opportunity to test her friendship with Shen Jingxuan. She thought it over again and again, and finally nodded, "Okay, I'm willing to try. But I'll be careful not to get myself into trouble."
A flicker of relief flashed across Shen Jingxuan's eyes, as if he saw hope for their future. However, he couldn't let go of his worry about Yun Mengting, especially when he thought of Liu Tianjiao's cunning and sinister nature.
Over the next few days, Yun Mengting and Shen Jingxuan worked together, quietly planning their upcoming contact. Finally, she made up her mind and decided to meet with Liu Tianjiao to gain a deeper understanding of his true intentions.
That night, under a moonlit sky, Yun Mengting met with Liu Tianjiao in the palace's courtyard. His figure emerged from the shadows like a ghost, a sly smile playing on his lips, as if he was full of anticipation for the conversation that was about to begin.
"Yun Mengting, I heard that you have been researching a new recipe recently. Could you please ask me for advice?" Liu Tianjiao's voice was low and rhythmic, each word was clear, but with a different kind of emotion.
"If you want to learn, I'm happy to offer some advice." Yun Mengting responded gently, but she remained vigilant. She understood that this conversation was a complex situation and she couldn't let her guard down easily.
"Then I'll have to ask you for your advice." Liu Tianjiao took a step closer, his eyes like lightning, keenly catching every change in her mood. "Mengting, you are truly intelligent and capable. I am truly amazed by you."
"Thank you for the compliment." Yun Mengting smiled faintly, trying hard to hide her inner nervousness and uneasiness, because she knew that there was an obvious purpose hidden in Liu Tianjiao's words.
As the conversation progressed, the topic gradually deepened. Liu Tianjiao tried to ask her about the recent situation of the palace, while Yun Mengting carefully led the topic back to the discussion about medicine, trying to maintain the initiative in this confrontation.
"I think a role like the Medical Concubine is very important. If you can play your role at a higher level, you will be able to make greater contributions to the palace." Liu Tianjiao stared at her, as if trying to understand her inner hesitation.
"I'm just a medical concubine. I need to keep learning." Yun Mengting said with a serious attitude, trying hard to hide her inner nervousness and anxiety. She knew she had to leave a way out for herself and not let him see through her easily.
Gradually, Liu Tianjiao's attitude became more cryptic and cunning, hinting at a deeper conspiracy. His every word challenged Yun Mengting's bottom line, and the alarm in her heart grew louder and louder.
"If you want to do your work well, you must first sharpen your tools." Liu Tianjiao's words revealed a hint of sarcasm, "I believe that one day you will become an indispensable presence in the palace." This hint about the future made Yun Mengting alert. She vaguely realized that her situation was not just a simple interaction, but that she was involved in a deeper power game.
A few days later, as Yun Mengting and Liu Tianjiao's interactions deepened, Shen Jingxuan began to secretly observe their exchanges. Whenever he saw Liu Tianjiao and Yun Mengting clashing, Shen Jingxuan's heart trembled. He knew that Liu Tianjiao would never let go of any opportunity.
"Mengting, could you please give me a detailed report of your contact with Liu Tianjiao?" Shen Jingxuan finally couldn't help but speak, the solemnity on his face becoming more and more obvious. "I hope you can always remain vigilant."
"I will stay vigilant, Shen Jingxuan." Yun Mengting felt his concern for her, and her heart was filled with emotion and determination. She secretly vowed that no matter how the situation changed, she would protect this precious friendship.