Do you know: I am Qi Heng

Qi Xuan brought Qi Heng to the Sheng family, where Sheng Hong personally greeted them at the door.

However, Sheng Hong's expression was not very good, and Qi Xuan mistakenly thought that he was giving him a hard time. If he didn't have a good temper, he probably would have stormed off immediately.

Even so, he still had a dark expression on his face.

Seeing Qi Xuan's expression, Sheng Hong knew something was wrong. He led the father and son to the main hall and said, "My daughter accidentally fell into the pond in the garden yesterday and has been unconscious ever since."

I am deeply worried about this, and I hope the Duke of Qi will forgive my rudeness!

"What?"

Qi Heng was startled upon hearing this and immediately stood up. Forgetting all about politeness, he asked, "Uncle Sheng, which young lady in your family fell into the water?"

"She's my youngest daughter!" Sheng Hong said.

Qi Heng had a vague premonition before, and now that it was confirmed, he was so anxious that his vision went black.

"Uncle, why did the Sixth Miss fall into the water? What did the doctor say?" Qi Heng asked anxiously.

"Heng'er, don't be so presumptuous!"

Qi Xuan reprimanded him, then looked at Sheng Hong with a serious expression and said, "My son behaved improperly for a moment, please forgive him, Doctor Sheng."

"Duke Qi is too kind. My daughter and your son are engaged. He is only concerned about my daughter," Sheng Hong said.

"I wonder how your daughter is doing now?" Qi Xuan asked.

"The weather is cold now, and he was frightened after falling into the water. He was unconscious when he was rescued."

Sheng Hong said worriedly, "I caught a cold afterward. The doctor saw me and prescribed medicine, but I haven't gotten better yet."

The doctor said that if the cold could subside quickly, her life would be in no danger, but if…”

Sheng Hong didn't finish his sentence, but Qi Heng understood what he meant.

Qi Heng took a deep breath, turned to his father, and said, "Father, I beg you to go to the palace and plead for His Majesty to send an imperial physician to treat the Sixth Miss!"

"There's no use in you staying here. Come with me," Qi Xuan said.

Since they are not yet married, Qi Heng certainly cannot visit Minglan in her boudoir.

"Father, I still want to ask about the situation. Saving lives is the priority. You should go first," Qi Heng said.

"good!"

Qi Xuan pondered for a moment, then nodded.

"Thank you for your trouble, Duke Qi. Let me see you off," Sheng Hong said, standing up.

"Uncle, let's not bother with these formalities now!"

Qi Heng stopped Sheng Hong and said, "I have some questions I'd like to ask you, Uncle!"

"Heng'er is right."

Qi Xuan said, "Saving lives is the priority right now, I'll go first!"

After saying that, he hurriedly left with his entourage.

"Nephew, please rest for a moment. I'll go check on Ming'er's condition and have Bai'er keep you company!" Sheng Hong said.

"Uncle, don't worry!"

Qi Heng said coldly, "I'd like to ask, when Sixth Miss fell into the water, was she the only one present?"

Although Sheng Hong was very uncomfortable with Qi Heng's tone, he could only endure it and said, "My four daughters were also in the garden at the time, but she couldn't swim and could only shout."

Qi Heng's gaze turned even colder upon hearing this, and he asked, "Where is Sixth Miss's personal maid?"

"Her maid went to get something, but she's not here."

Sheng Hong said, "Don't worry, my dear nephew, I've already had that vile woman locked up in the demolition room. After reporting to the Kaifeng Prefecture government, she'll be beaten to death!"

According to the laws of the Great Zhou Dynasty, even if a servant makes a mistake, the master can punish him, but cannot kill him.

If you want to kill someone, you must report the crime to the authorities and confirm that the crime warrants death before you can kill them.

In reality, very few people follow this rule.

If a servant is beaten to death, so be it. As long as it's not a crime, the servant can just be fined a little money afterward and that's it.

However, Minglan has a special status. Not only was she betrothed to Qi Heng, but she is also the adopted daughter of Empress Cao.

If anything were to happen to her, many people would be concerned.

If he dares to do that, it will be easy for someone to find fault with him.

Therefore, Sheng Hong only had Xiao Tao beaten half to death, leaving her alive.

"Uncle, don't you find it strange?"

Qi Heng coldly said, "How could Sixth Miss have fallen into the water for no reason? There wasn't even a maid with her at the time, only Fourth Miss was there. Whether she fell into the water or was pushed in, that's all what Fourth Miss said!"

"Young Master!"

Upon hearing this, Sheng Hong also became angry, his face turning grim. He said, "My daughter fell into the water, her life hanging in the balance, and I am heartbroken. I am happy for my daughter because you are worried about her. But you can't just spout nonsense because you're worried!"

My fourth daughter is well-educated and reasonable, and the two are sisters, as close as blood brothers. Why would she do such a thing?

"What a bond of brotherhood!"

Qi Heng sneered, "I've studied at the Sheng family's school for many years. How could I not know their relationship?"

"It's normal for sisters to have some minor conflicts; it's absolutely not something that could lead to someone's death. Young Master, please don't make unfounded assumptions!" Sheng Hong said angrily.

"Whether it's just speculation or not, Uncle Sheng knows better than I do. If it's really the case when Sixth Miss wakes up, what should you do?" Qi Heng asked.

"If that's the case, then handle it accordingly!"

Sheng Hong snorted coldly and left in a huff.

"Yuan Ruo."

Sheng Changbai said, "Fourth Sister does have some issues with her temperament, but she wouldn't do something like harming someone's life. You should calm down first."

"Zecheng, I'm very calm now!"

Qi Heng said in a deep voice, "Do you think this is normal?"

It wasn't just malicious speculation on his part; as the old saying goes, those who drown are often the ones who can swim.

While this statement isn't entirely accurate, it does contain some truth to it.

Because people who are not good at swimming usually don't get too close to water.

Of course, there are some who are bold, but Minglan is clearly not one of them.

"The reason for this is unclear for now; we'll know when Sixth Sister wakes up!"

Sheng Changbai said earnestly, "Don't worry, if it's really as you say, the Sheng family will absolutely not cover it up. They will deal with it according to the proper procedures!"

"Okay, then I'll wait!"

After Qi Heng finished speaking, he sat down, his mind in turmoil.

However, he has gradually calmed down. Judging from what Sheng Hong said, Minglan is in some danger, but most likely her life is not in danger.

When she woke up, the truth came out.

Minglan was Empress Cao's adopted daughter, and the Emperor himself bestowed upon her her marriage.

After the imperial physician was summoned, the matter could no longer be kept secret.

He didn't believe Sheng Hong would dare to protect Mo Lan.

After waiting for about half an hour, Qi Xuan arrived at the Sheng family with Imperial Physician Yu from the Imperial Hospital.

Imperial Physician Yu was led to Shou'an Hall by a servant of the Sheng family, while Qi Heng and his son could only wait for news in the main hall.

"Heng'er, there's no use for me staying here, so I'll head back first. You wait here for news and go back later!" Qi Xuan said.

He originally came to deliver gifts, but now that this has happened, he has to go back and talk to Princess Pingning.

"Um."

Qi Heng nodded and saw Qi Xuan out.

"Yuanruo, I'm going to Shou'an Hall to check on the situation."

Sheng Changbai saw Qi Xuan off and then spoke to Qi Heng.

"Okay, if there's any news, send someone to let me know!" Qi Heng said.

"Um!"

Sheng Changbai nodded and walked towards Shou'an Hall.

Upon arriving at Shou'an Hall, one sees Sheng Hong pacing back and forth outside Minglan's room, looking agitated.

"Bai'er, what brings you here?" Sheng Hong asked.