The elders of the Feng family, upon hearing the news, rushed over.
The First Elder stared at the luxurious carriage before him, raising a delicate eyebrow. "Only the Emperor Li is qualified to ride in this carriage. Could it be..."
Emperor Li had always resided in the palace and would never leave unless it was for a matter of utmost importance.
Yet, he was visiting the Feng family late at night, leaving the elders of the Feng family feeling incredibly honored.
The Second Elder's gaze deepened, a hint of contemplation in his eyes. "The servants said Emperor Li is visiting late at night to ask the Valley Master of Medicine Valley to treat him. I didn't expect this Valley Master of Medicine Valley to have such influence."
To have Emperor Li personally appear, this Valley Master of Medicine Valley indeed held considerable sway.
The Fourth Elder stroked his long beard and explained in a low voice, "If you ask me, Emperor Li's appearance is because of the Underworld King."
Everyone in the Li Kingdom now knew that Feng Ninghe was someone the Underworld King favored. Since Immortal Xu was Feng Ninghe's master, her status had naturally become more noble than before.
The Third Elder clicked his tongue, sighing, "In the past, it was only the Emperor who invited people into the palace. I never expected Emperor Li to personally come out today."
The younger generation of the Feng family, upon hearing the news, gathered around, watching from a distance.
Emperor Li had not left the carriage, yet everyone had already guessed that the person inside was Emperor Li.
In just a moment, Feng Ninghe appeared at the entrance of the manor.
Upon seeing her, Eunuch Wu immediately stepped forward, his eyes burning with anticipation. "Eldest Young Lady, you're finally here. Where is Immortal Xu?"
Feng Ninghe replied truthfully, "Immortal Xu is not in the manor. I believe he has gone out on some business. Perhaps you could let me enter the palace to see Emperor Li first? I might be able to help."
"This..."
Eunuch Wu hesitated greatly, his gaze shifting to her from time to time, appearing as though he had something to say but couldn't.
He was clearly pondering Feng Ninghe's abilities and whether she could treat Emperor Li.
Suddenly, the carriage window was gently opened.
A muffled, tired male voice came from within the carriage, "It's alright. I trust Ninghe. Let her come."
Only then did Eunuch Wu dare to let her pass, quickly inviting Feng Ninghe into the carriage. "Eldest Young Lady, please. Emperor Li is inside the carriage."
"Emperor Li actually came in person?"
Feng Ninghe raised her delicate eyebrows slightly in surprise, not expecting Emperor Li to make the trip himself.
The maid who came to report had only said that someone from the palace had arrived.
Eunuch Wu let out a sigh, a layer of helplessness coloring his expression. "This is a long story. Eldest Young Lady, please get into the carriage first."
Feng Ninghe nodded in agreement and quickly boarded the carriage.
Eunuch Wu strode towards the elders of the Feng family and politely said to the four elders, "Esteemed elders, Emperor Li has suddenly fallen gravely ill, and the imperial physicians can't find the cause. If you elders don't mind, please accompany me to the palace. Perhaps you can be of assistance."
The elders naturally would not refuse.
If they could help Emperor Li, they would enjoy endless wealth and prosperity for the rest of their lives.
The First Elder asked with slight surprise, "Eunuch Wu, Emperor Li's health has always been robust. How did he suddenly fall ill?"
Eunuch Wu also sighed, unable to explain. "This matter is truly strange. Illness comes like a mountain, and recovery is like drawing silk. Emperor Li's illness came so suddenly..."
Emperor Li had been ill for two days.
During these two days, he had already consulted renowned physicians, but none could ascertain the cause. Thus, he decided to visit the Duke of Zhenguo's manor late at night to request the Valley Master of Medicine Valley's assistance.
Inside the carriage.
Emperor Li's complexion was pale, and he leaned weakly against the cushions.
Inside the carriage, Eunuch Jiang was attending to Emperor Li.
"Emperor Li, what is wrong?"
Feng Ninghe quickly stepped forward and supported Emperor Li.
Emperor Li weakly moved his eyelids, casting his gaze upon her. "This is a long story. I don't know what happened to my body, but I fell ill."
She instinctively raised her eyebrows. "Then you could have simply sent someone to fetch me. Why did you have to come in person?"
Since Emperor Li was ill, he should be resting in his chambers and recuperating.
Facing her question, Emperor Li managed a smile that was more like a grimace and said softly, "You have a close relationship with the Underworld King. If I want to invite Immortal Xu, I naturally have to come in person. After all, our statuses are different now."
Feng Ninghe shook her head, refuting Emperor Li's words. "Emperor Li, your words are mistaken. My relationship with the Underworld King is not what the outside world imagines. You have treated me well, and if there were truly something wrong, would I refuse?"
Emperor Li held her hand, his expression dazed. "I entrust my body to you. Even if you weren't the Valley Master of Medicine Valley, I would still trust you. Someone like the Underworld King would not make a mistake in judgment."
For a thousand years, there had never been a woman by the Underworld King's side. Feng Ninghe was the only one he had ever acknowledged.
Regardless of their relationship, as long as Feng Ninghe was willing to help, Emperor Li's chances of survival would increase.
At least she had the Underworld King's support behind her.
Moreover, she had also treated the Patriarch of the Bai family.
Feng Ninghe's gaze sharpened, and a faint crimson light appeared in her palm. She gently placed her hand on Emperor Li's forehead and scanned him with her divine sense.
Emperor Li was at the Nascent Soul stage, but the Nascent Soul within his dantian was a pitch-black mass, enveloped by an evil aura, even showing signs of being devoured!
Evil energies were emanating from multiple places within Emperor Li's body. If this continued, his Nascent Soul would be devoured, and Emperor Li would perish!
Eunuch Jiang anxiously looked at Feng Ninghe. "Eldest Young Lady, have you discovered anything?"
Feng Ninghe had never encountered such an illness.
The evil energy within Emperor Li was fiercely invading his body. If not for Emperor Li's profound cultivation, he might not have lasted even two days.
Feng Ninghe replied in a deep voice, "There is an evil energy within Emperor Li. This evil energy is fierce and overbearing, deeply rooted within Emperor Li's body."
"Evil energy?"
Emperor Li frowned, his eyes darkening, a hint of surprise appearing in them. "How can there be evil energy? Is there a way to treat it?"
Feng Ninghe looked at Emperor Li, secretly clenching her fist within her sleeve. "The evil energy is rampaging within the body. Even if there were a way to draw it out, it cannot guarantee a complete recovery. The evil energy has already ravaged the body, making it extremely difficult to heal."
Even she could not guarantee that she could refine the evil energy.
Xiao Zhao, who was nestled on Feng Ninghe's shoulder, his sapphire eyes thoughtful.
The ability to refine such vicious evil energy meant Emperor Li must have offended someone.
Emperor Li's gaze instantly dimmed, a faint glimmer flashing in his eyes. "The palace has been peaceful recently. I don't even know where this evil energy came from. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't even know that this overbearing force within my body was evil energy."
Feng Ninghe took out a smooth, round bead, which emitted a soft white glow.
"This is... the Bai Fu Bead? I am saved!"
Emperor Li instantly recognized the bead, seeing a glimmer of hope, his eyes brightening.
The Bai Fu Bead was a unique item of the Valley Master of Medicine Valley. Only the Valley Master of Medicine Valley was worthy of this bead.
This bead was a divine artifact, extremely precious, capable of dispelling all poisons in the world and saving lives.
Seeing Emperor Li's delighted expression, Feng Ninghe's delicate eyebrows furrowed, and she shook her head. "Emperor Li, the Bai Fu Bead can dispel all poisons, but evil energy is not poison. We can only try our best."