Ji Qubing was a skilled famous doctor nationwide. The point was Wei Zhenghong was likely to recover soon. All people concerned were entirely shocked by the news.

In the Wei Family's mansion in the capital, Wei Shengyi was really weak and feeble in his seat, staring at the beam of the house. He appeared to be dead and extremely bored. His chest rose and fell slightly.

Having heard of the news, Wei Changyun and Wei Changsui arrived together. Seeing that, they could not help bursting into tears. They knelt down to him together and said, "Father! Father! Given that unfavorable situation towards our branch, you have to take care."

"Take care? How can I take care?" Wei Shengyi said desperately. With the two lineal sons pulling his sleeves, he looked up and said sorrowfully and dully, "My father’s wife had tried to pressurize us, and my father the eldest branch. Previously, I lamented the efforts I made in the capital alone over the past twenty years and complained that my father’s wife drove a wedge between us by all means. However, it's quite clear to you that I didn't even get a promise or a guarantee from my father. On the contrary, what I got were just some words of comfort and the fact that Wei Xinyong was adopted! What's more, Wei Zhenghong will come to life. So we can do nothing but get swamped."

"Grandma went too far in bullying us!" Wei Changyun's accidental disclosure of the adoption resulted in his grandma's suppression of the second branch. Resentment filled his mind after he saw the scene. Then he said with hatred, "Father, if it had not been for your efforts, would Ruiyu Hall have been so prosperous? Your hard work has been totally ignored. Not only did my grandpa and grandma refuse to pass Ruiyu Hall to you, but they were also ruthless to us. Such being the case, I think we'd better fight it out."

Wei Shengyi replied with despair, "Are you serious? Ha-ha... They are far away in Fengzhou. There are just a group of women here in the capital. How will that benefit us if these women were dead? As for the surroundings of Wei Zhenghong and Wei Changfeng, it looks as though an iron wall of defense was set up. Otherwise, I don’t need you to remind me of that!"

Wei Changyun continued in a lower voice, "Father, Wei Zhenghong is still weak now. What if Ji Qubing is killed...? It has been many years since Ji Qubing became famous. His medical skill is second to none. The old woman, Song Xinrou, has always loved Wei Zhenghong dearly. If she knows Wei Zhenghong is going to recover soon but finally ends up dying, she will possibly be killed instantly as she is so old and can hardly suffer from losing her son. If so, Wei Changfeng will be no match for you."

Wei Changyun's words brought vigor to Wei Shengyi immediately, but then he turned desperate and said, "Currently Both Wei Zhengyin and Wei Changying are in the capital and they have a lot of followers with them, let alone the helper from their husbands. Now we are down and out. So how can we kill Ji Qubing so easily by ourselves?"

"We also have His Majesty!" Since Wei Changyun said so, he must debate with himself. Then he replied instantly, "Just think it over. His Majesty is always afraid of gentlefolks being too strong. If Wei Zhenghong gets a full recovery, Ruiyu Hall is likely to become a threat to His Majesty. His Majesty is not willing to see a more powerful Ruiyu Hall."

Subconsciously, Wei Shengyi paused and continued, "You mean His Majesty will not agree if Ji Qubing goes to Fengzhou for treating Wei Zhenghong?"

Wei Changyun whispered, "His Majesty will not do that in public, but His Majesty will make preparations under the table."

The topic went back to where it began. "Actions are bound to be taken by the Shen and the Su Family. At that time, it can't help even if His Majesty summons imperial guards. If more troops were dispatched, they would not await the doom. While they would be entitled a ‘bandits suppression’ record if few guards were dispatched."

The two families had kept a good relationship with the Royalty. The reasons were as follows. First, the Great Vi was destined to prosper. Second, the Great Vi treated them really well. Provided that the Emperor wanted to put the lineal eldest son of Wei Huan to death, gentlefolks would be afraid that they were also likely to be threatened. So what were they going to do after that?

The Emperor would not do that unless he went crazy. So there could be nothing he could do about Qi Qubing.

Wei Changyun didn't want to compromise and said, "In addition to His Majesty, the Liu Family and Zhiben Hall would be reluctant to see Wei Zhenghong recover. Zhiben Hall's power may not threaten them, but how about the Liu Family? From the capital to Fengzhou, they must pass by the north of the province. Between the north of the province and Eastern Hu, there's only a Nu River. What will happen if some northern tribes were let in by the Liu Family? After Wei Zhenghong's recovery, the Liu Family will be the first target, as Duke Weiyuan had once assassinated his sons and daughters and a rumor about his daughter was started by the Military Officer. Though he still will have sons and daughters after recovery, the lineal eldest son and daughter's grievance would not be ignored."

Finding a second wind, Wei Shengyi started to meditate.

Having been listening to what his father and elder brother said, Wei Changsui whispered, "We are not sure what kind of person Wei Zhenghong is. Father, if you have a peaceful talk with him about what we have gone through, it's likely that he might speak well of us in front of grandma..." Hardly had he finished talking when a real slap was made on his face by Wei Changyun, making him at a loss.

In the chaos, Wei Changyun scolded, "Are you serious? It's a shame to please the eldest branch. Do you still remember how we were squeezed by Song Xinrou? Also, the culprit of our mother's death was their scheme. It's still the mourning time, you should beg from our foes! I won't forgive you if it happens again."

Wei Changsui managed to take a firm stand and was ready to defend himself. Suddenly, a servant hurried in and said gingerly, "Sixth Old Master is coming. Old Master, do you want to meet him?"

"What did Wei Xinyong come for?" Buried in his younger brother's vain attempt to beg the foe, Wei Changyun said in a huff, "Tell him my father is under the weather and can’t meet him!"

The servant was ready to give a reply. Right at the moment, Wei Shengyi muttered, "Wei Xinyong? He has become famous for his talent and bearing in the capital, but now his status will absolutely be threatened due to Wei Zhenghong's recovery. Song Xinrou will not tolerate a son of the concubine taking off, let alone Wei Xinyong is an adopted child from Zhiben Hall."

He suddenly made a decision and said to the servant, "Go and tell him I will meet him right away in my study!"

Energized by what had been said previously, Wei Changyun said, "Wei Xinyong must be aware that Song Xinrou is vicious as he is so talented. Having tried really hard to transform his identity from Zhiben Hall to Ruiyu Hall, he's now widely known across the capital. Will he do nothing but be deprived of what all he possessed? Father, perhaps he's got a countermeasure, so he came to meet you."

That was exactly what Wei Shengyi expected. It seemed so clear to him that his branch would come to an end and was short of ideas. If Wei Xinyong could offer help, he could give what he had to benefit Wei Xinyong.

So Wei Shengyi got dressed and hurried to the study. After the exchange of greetings, Wei Shengyi couldn’t help but come straight to the topic, "What's up, sixth younger brother?"

He was intended to start with, "Did you come for Ji Qubing?" However, he ended up correcting himself in case his anxiety would be sensed. Also, he was afraid Wei Xinyong did have a countermeasure and would demand an exorbitant price.

Wei Xinyong replied calmly and without haste, "So sorry for the sudden visit. If I disturb you, please forgive me."

Wei Shengyi continued, "Just make yourself at home and let's come right to the point."

Urged by Wei Shengyi, Wei Xinyong still kept his equanimity and said with a smile, "You are right. Excuse me for the bold ask."

Further exchange of greetings over, Wei Xinyong didn't talk about anything substantial. Wei Shengyi couldn't stand it anymore and ignored that Wei Xinyong might gain the upper hand and take advantage of him. After all, he could do nothing to turn the table. Without greetings, he moved the topic right to the point, "It's said that Ji Qubing's medical skills have advanced further and he's able to cure our eldest brother, Wei Zhenghong. Probably you've already heard about that."

"Correct! Our eldest brother has been sick for years, during which the second aunt has been really concerned over him. Luckily, God bless. He will soon be cured. Congratulations!" Wei Xinyong said with a smile.

Wei Shengyi watched carefully while Wei Xinyong was talking. Wei Xinyong smiled while talking. However, there was calm in his eyes. Wei Xinyong wasn’t angry or surprised at all. Sensing that he was a man with shrewdness, Wei Shengyi hit upon the idea that Wei Xinyong didn't expect Wei Zhenghong's recovery. Hopes emerged in his mind. With his shrewdness, Wei Xinyong would definitely take some actions instead of being deprived of what he had by Ruiyu Hall.

After calming down, Wei Shengyi then said slowly, "That is why you came here today?"

Seeing that, Wei Xinyong cut into the chase, "I thought it over how you would feel right now before I came. But I was sorely disappointed about it."

Without knowing what he meant, Wei Shengyi frowned and asked, "So sorry for that. I can't tell what you mean."

Wei Xinyong said, "It seems to me that you've been ill at ease since we entered the study. You tried to make it to the point but ended up stopping over and over again. So I played possum deliberately. But you were so anxious that you came to the point. It doesn't matter if something important is mentioned. To my disappointment, you just talked about Ji Qubing."

Wei Shengyi rose to his feet and said angrily, "Don't you think it's crucial? You mean Song Xinrou's kicking down the ladder makes no difference to you? If so, what did you come here for?"

Wei Xinyong replied unhurriedly, "Your annoyance further lets me down." No sooner had Wei Shengyi's outburst of rage started than Wei Xinyong smiled with a word, "Wei Zhenghong was born with the disease. That accounted for the failure of doctors even from the Imperial Hospital. Originally, Ji Qubing's two years' stay in the Wei Family helped him to have a rosy complexion and give birth to his children. Currently, Ji Qubing is dedicated to a kind of poison that is well-known among people in the northern tribes. Will that possibly work?"

Wei Xinyong continued calmly, "I'm not skilled in medical science. But as far as I know, if Wei Zhenghong was accompanied by Ji Qubing over the years, it's likely that he would be cured. However, he didn't even go to Fengzhou for treatment. It has been over 20 years since they last met. How could Ji Qubing know his state of illness and the specifics?" After Wei Xinyong finished his words, the beads of sweat dropped from Wei Shengyi’s forehead.

"Ji Qubing is not so good as the legend goes, or Wei Zhenghong would have been cured decades ago. It's reasonable if he could offer some suggestions. Can he ensure that Wei Zhenghong would be healed? It seems that he is second to none nationwide, while the undeserved reputation was actually entitled by second aunt. Having been asked by second aunt to stay in the capital for years, Ji Qubing didn't even go to Western Liang to look for his lost relative. So perhaps second aunt just asks him to put on a play." Wei Xinyong said with a smile.

Wei Xinyong added slowly, "Several days ago, the servants came to the Shen Family's mansion and delivered the gifts to second grandson master. Now they are still there, waiting for a reply and presents in return before leaving. These days, maybe you didn't keep track of each of them. But do you still think it's a coincidence?"