The Double-Chapter 502 - 154 Searching for Medicine_5

She might not have even noticed the changes in herself.

"The Duke says so, which happens to coincide with my thoughts," she looked at Jih Heng with a slight smile, "at first I also thought the Duke very unfeeling, but now it seems I was wrong."

"No one has ever called me a good person," Jih Heng raised an eyebrow.

"Then I shall be the first," she replied with a smile.

For some reason, she now seemed much more calm and collected than before. A flash of surprise crossed Jih Heng’s mind, and he said, "Situ’s alchemy skills are unmatched, the Fake Pregnancy Medicine you mentioned, she can make it."

Jiang Li’s eyes lit up, only to hear Jih Heng continue, "I can also have someone take action, Yongning can take this medicine. However, there are no gifts in this world that come for free."

Jiang Li said, "Duke, please speak freely."

"Prince Cheng is likely to make a move soon, and when that happens, I need the Jiang Family to divert some of his attention."

Jiang Li was startled, "So soon?"

"Soon?" Jih Heng smiled, "For him, it’s already late."

Jiang Li replied, "I understand. Even if the Duke didn’t instruct me, once Prince Cheng makes his move, my father would also act against Prince Cheng. Prince Cheng regards the Jiang Family as a thorn in his side, and should he succeed, he would inevitably settle scores with the Jiang Family. For self-preservation, my father wouldn’t just stand by."

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This time, Jiang Li was truly stunned and asked, "Why is that?"

"You will understand when the time comes, now you just need to do as instructed." Jih Heng suddenly smiled, his smile contained something enigmatic, but it made him look extraordinarily vibrant and handsome. He said, "This time, I invite you to watch the play."

Jiang Li stared at him, sensing faintly that what Jih Heng was going to do next might shock her even more than her dealings with Yongning. Yet she also knew not to inquire further, for this was not her place to question.

"Your roasted venison, it was quite good," Jih Heng said, "If you get some free time, you can come to the mansion and roast more."

Jiang Li: "..."

She really wanted to say no, but having just received his help, it wouldn’t be right to refuse him outright. Reluctantly, she mumbled an "Okay."

Jih Heng seemed amused by her attitude, and Jiang Li, watching his smile, suddenly remembered another matter and hastily said, "Speaking of which, does the Duke know that Jiang Youyao has escaped from the mansion?"

"Jiang Youyao?" Jih Heng’s brows knitted slightly, "I do not know, nor do I care."

Indeed, for someone like Jih Heng, there was no need to specifically inquire about matters he did not care about. Jiang Li then said, "The maid beside Jiang Youyao said she fled to the Ji family. But the Ji family claims Jiang Youyao never went there—there’s no reason for the Ji family to lie. My father also went to Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion to inquire, but Jiang Youyao wasn’t there either. An official report has been filed, and although not widely publicized, the search has continued without pause, but so far, there has been no news."

Having heard this, Jih Heng had caught on and asked with raised eyebrow, "You mean you want my help to find Jiang Youyao’s whereabouts?" He glanced at Jiang Li, "Are you so kind-hearted?"

"Not at all," Jiang Li said with a chuckle, "I am not a bad person, but I’ve never had the intention of repaying evil with good. I just want to know where Jiang Youyao is. If she is well and does not involve the Jiang Family, I am too lazy to search for her. But if she could bring disaster to the Jiang Family, it would be best for my father to bring her back soon. With her talent for causing trouble, I think it unwise to let her roam free."

This was true; the current situation was complex, and if someone used Jiang Youyao as a pawn to strike at the Jiang Family, it would be an unexpected calamity. Jiang Li thought that since she had already asked for Jih Heng’s help with the Yongning matter, she might as well ask for his help with this too.

"It can be done," Jih Heng nodded, "If there is any news of her, I will have Zhao Ke inform you."

"Thank you, Duke," Jiang Li said in gratitude.

"No need to thank me, by the way," he added, "that maid named Hai Tang, her face has completely healed. With her appearance, it is not suitable for her to be out and about, otherwise she might be recognized by Yongning’s people. If you want to meet her, come to the Duke Residence. If you have anything to say, have Zhao Ke relay it."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Li’s joy was instantaneous, truly a piece of good news. Hai Tang had regained her appearance! This maid, who had suffered such misfortune for her sake, had finally recovered something she had lost. This greatly alleviated the guilt in Jiang Li’s heart.

She could hardly hide the delight on her face, which Jih Heng saw fully, and with a quirk of his lips, he asked, "You’re very happy?"

"Extremely happy," Jiang Li said, "I truly thank the Duke very much. I want to go and see Hai Tang tomorrow, may I?"

With her clear eyes brimming with longing, she looked earnestly at Jih Heng. He turned his head away and said, "You may."

After a pause, he added, "You can also see Xiao Hong."

Xiao Hong? Jiang Li was taken aback. Who was Xiao Hong? She had never heard this name before. Was it someone she knew?

Before she could ask, Jih Heng had already stood up and walked away from the window.