After returning to the capital, the eldest daughter saved her entire clan with her medical skills.

Chapter 347 (82 words added)

When she left the spatial dimension, she found herself in the familiar yet oppressive environment of the imperial harem. Before she could even savor the comfort of the spatial dimension, a commotion drew her attention. It turned out that several concubines were arguing again, with one woman resembling a noble consort glaring angrily at another lower-ranking concubine, cursing and swearing. Xue Ruanruan frowned, intending to avoid this troublesome place, but the noble consort spotted her immediately. "Oh, isn't this the divine physician? You be the judge! This vile woman dares to offend me!" Xue Ruanruan sighed inwardly, but had no choice but to step forward. She observed the situation carefully and skillfully smoothed things over, giving the noble consort face while preventing the lower-ranking concubine from being too embarrassed. However, this action displeased a maidservant beside the noble consort, who glared at Xue Ruanruan several times. Xue Ruanruan knew the treacherous nature of the harem; outwardly calm, she became increasingly wary. She understood that even with superb medical skills and a secluded paradise within the palace, one had to proceed with extreme caution to protect oneself and continue fulfilling one's initial mission of saving lives. Her mood was exceptionally cheerful, as if she had regained strength and courage. Yan Xiao, seeing her mistress suddenly fall ill, was startled and quickly rushed forward to support her. Yan Xiao anxiously shouted, "Quickly! Summon the imperial physician!" The surrounding palace maids and eunuchs panicked and ran in all directions. Xue Ruanruan, hearing the commotion, quickly arrived. Using her superb medical skills, she immediately began diagnosing Yan Xiao's mistress's condition. After a careful examination, Xue Ruanruan discovered that the illness was very strange, unlike an ordinary disease, but rather seemed to be caused by some kind of hidden poison. Xue Ruanruan's heart skipped a beat, recalling the mysterious poisons rumored in the martial arts world. Could this be the culprit? She dared not delay and immediately began to prepare an antidote. However, this poison was extremely cunning, and ordinary medicinal herbs were ineffective. Just when she was at her wit's end, she suddenly remembered the unique herbs in her spatial storage. Taking advantage of everyone's inattention, she entered the space and picked several key herbs.

After regaining her composure, she continued administering medicine to the patient. After some effort, Yan Xiao's master's condition improved slightly, but she was still not out of danger. At this time, rumors spread in the palace that Xue Ruanruan had poisoned her. The Imperial Concubine seized the opportunity to demand severe punishment for Xue Ruanruan. Xue Ruanruan was unable to defend herself and could only intensify her research into an antidote.

Just as she was about to despair, a sudden inspiration struck her, and she remembered the miraculous treatment Zhang Hua had taught her. Combining the spatial herbs with Zhang Hua's therapy, she once again treated Yan Xiao's master. Xue Ruanruan held her breath and focused intently, administering acupuncture and medication according to Zhang Hua's method, in conjunction with the spatial herbs. Every movement was incredibly precise; sweat soaked her forehead, but she dared not slacken in the slightest. Time seemed to freeze, and everyone watched her and the patient on the bed with tense eyes.

Thanks to her efforts, Yan Xiao's master's condition gradually stabilized. His previously deathly pale face regained color, and his breathing became steady. Xue Ruanruan let out a long sigh of relief. As if all his strength had been drained, he slumped limply to the ground, like a skeleton without support, letting gravity pull him down.

Upon witnessing this scene, the Imperial Concubine felt a surge of intense dissatisfaction and anger. Her face instantly darkened, her once beautiful features now contorted into a grimace. She stared wide-eyed at the scene before her, as if trying to etch it all into her mind. However, she refrained from further attacking. Those who had been spreading rumors fell silent, trembling with fear.

Yan Xiao's gratitude towards Xue Ruanruan was as boundless as a surging river. He felt as if he were groping in the dark and suddenly encountered a bright light that illuminated his path forward.

Yan Xiao sighed inwardly. Xue Ruanruan was like an angel sent from heaven to save him, extending a helping hand without hesitation when he needed it most. He had no way to repay this kindness, but he could only remember it in his heart and vowed to repay it tenfold if he had the chance in the future. Xue Ruanruan waved her hand, saying only that saving lives was her duty.

After this incident, Xue Ruanruan's reputation in the harem soared even higher, but she also knew that the power struggles within the harem were far from over. She secretly resolved to be even more cautious, protecting herself and everyone who needed her help, continuing to uphold her medical ethics in this treacherous harem. A miracle occurred; the patient's symptoms gradually lessened, and he was finally out of danger. Xue Ruanruan, through this treatment, not only cleared her name but also greatly increased her prestige in the harem. At this moment, a palace maid who secretly harbored resentment towards Xue Ruanruan curled her lips into a barely perceptible cold smile. Xue Ruanruan decided to stabilize the patient's condition first. She quickly prepared several doses of herbal medicine, personally brewed them, and fed them to the patient. Under her meticulous care, Yan Xiao's mistress's condition was temporarily under control. Xue Ruanruan knew there must be something more to this story, and she decided to secretly investigate, find the poisoner, and bring justice to Yan Xiao's mistress. Within this deep palace, a struggle revolving around poison and conspiracy has only just begun… His gaze was so intense it seemed to devour him, sending a chill down his spine. He didn't know what he had done wrong to anger his master so much, but he dared not ask, standing there with his head bowed, awaiting his master's orders. His master hadn't suffered a poisoning attack for a long time; his health seemed to be improving. However, this didn't mean they could let their guard down. They needed to remain vigilant. He knew time was of the essence; if they couldn't find an antidote soon, the consequences would be unimaginable. Therefore, he decided not to give up any hope and continued his arduous journey to find an antidote. During the long reading process, his eyes became bloodshot, and his body grew weak from overwork. But he didn't stop, because he knew that every page he turned increased the chance of finding an antidote. At the same time, they also needed to pay attention to their master's daily care and diet, ensuring his body received sufficient nutrition and rest. Only in this way could they guarantee their master's health and safety. The most difficult poison to cure in this world is Gu poison, and the one she's afflicted with is Gu poison! This poison is very difficult to treat and gradually erodes a person's body and mind, driving them insane and cruel. If an antidote isn't found soon, she probably won't live much longer. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel a wave of despair. He inquired everywhere, asking anyone who might know a way to cure the poison, whether they were quack doctors or reclusive masters; he wouldn't let go of any glimmer of hope.

However, an avalanche suddenly occurred on the snow-capped mountain. She hurriedly searched for shelter and fortunately found a small cave. Upon entering the cave, Xue Ruanruan discovered that the cave walls were covered with strange runes, which seemed to be related to ancient medical techniques. She temporarily forgot the danger and focused on studying them. Just then, a small, snow-white beast appeared at the cave entrance. The beast's eyes were like sapphires, curiously observing Xue Ruanruan. Xue Ruanruan took out some dry food, which the beast sniffed and ate. Then the beast turned and ran away, returning shortly with a herb placed at Xue Ruanruan's feet. This herb turned out to be a miraculous medicine for treating heart ailments. After the avalanche stopped, Xue Ruanruan hurriedly descended the mountain with the two herbs and safely returned to the hut. She immediately began using the two herbs to treat the girl's illness. After several days and nights of careful care, the girl finally awoke. Upon waking, the girl learned that Xue Ruanruan had risked her life to find medicine and save her, and her eyes were filled with gratitude. When the girl's family took her back, they gifted Xue Ruanruan many treasures. Unable to refuse, Xue Ruanruan accepted some and used it to help the poor. She collected samples to study and finally found the cause and treatment of the illness. After a period of treatment, the villagers gradually recovered. The news reached the Regent's ears, and he admired the young lady even more. Meanwhile, the young lady's medical skills became even more refined during her treatment of the people, and her reputation spread far and wide. She traveled among the people. During her treatment, she encountered another strange disease she had never seen before. Relying on her rich experience and diligent research, she studied day and night and finally found a cure. Her reputation grew even more illustrious, and the Regent valued her even more. In this interaction, a different kind of affection seemed to blossom between the young lady and the Regent, and a new story quietly unfolded. However, she was not content with this. She knew that to truly make this land prosper, much more effort was needed. By chance, the woman discovered a mysterious herb. This herb possessed powerful healing abilities and had miraculous effects on many difficult diseases. The woman was overjoyed and began to study the herb's effects in depth, attempting to apply it in medical practice. As time passed, her medical skills became increasingly refined, and her reputation spread throughout the entire frontier. People flocked to her seeking her treatment. Thanks to her efforts, the residents of the frontier region lived healthier and happier lives. The woman's name resounded throughout the frontier, and people were filled with gratitude and respect for her. She herself, in this process, found meaning and value in life. The soldiers were moved to tears of gratitude, expressing their respect to her. She felt immense satisfaction and fulfillment; her efforts had finally been rewarded. One day, a severely wounded man was brought to the woman. The man's injuries were extremely serious, and he was on the verge of death. The woman immediately began treatment, but conventional therapies were ineffective. The next crucial step was to administer a decoction mixed with the mysterious herb. She took a deep breath, mustered her courage, went to the bedside, and gently awakened the unconscious man. Looking at his pale face and tightly closed eyes, her heart clenched, and she silently prayed that her choice would not bring any bad consequences. With that, the Left Prime Minister tore the portrait in half and threw it on the ground.