Farm Tough Girl
Chapter 427 - 427 428 Who did it_1

Chapter 427: Chapter 428 Who did it_1 Chapter 427: Chapter 428 Who did it_1 “Falling from such a high place, thank goodness Yue Guan’er caught her a bit; otherwise, her life would have been in serious jeopardy. Still, she hit her head and is now in a coma. The doctor said it was due to excessive blood loss and that she needs to rest for some days.”

Muniang’s palms were sweaty with worry, but at least she didn’t hear any dreadful news about someone nearing death.

Muniang hurried to see Chen Yuhua, whose complexion was a bit pale, but fortunately, the doctor said there were no serious issues, and only then did Muniang somewhat relax.

Having confirmed that Chen Yuhua was alright, it was naturally time to investigate who was responsible. Muniang stepped out of Chen Yuhua’s room, her gaze sharp as ice, “Tell me exactly what happened! Who was pulling the rope, who let go?”

The young servant shivered with fright and quickly replied, “Dahu was pulling the rope. He’s the strongest and never makes mistakes, but this time he suddenly felt unwell, and that’s why…”

“Bring him to me!”

The servant hesitated and said, “His stomach was upset; he’s currently in the privy, completely drained. Lady, please wait a moment longer, I’ve already asked the doctor to check on him. We’ll bring him to you shortly.”

Muniang snorted and turned back into her room.

Everyone was still unclear about the situation, but it was evident that Lady was truly furious, which instantly filled the entire Mei Garden with unease.

Only Guo Yuehua harbored a sliver of malicious joy. She had no part in serving the soup, pulling the ropes, or anything else. Even if accountability were sought, it would concern the bumbling Dahu or a couple of the young maids and Xiangcao, but definitely not her.

While everyone else was in a state of anxiety, she could rest easy. The only thing that displeased her was Zhong Yulang’s meddling; he even went so far as to catch Chen Yuhua. Was he not afraid of being crushed to death? Had he not done that, Chen Yuhua might not be alive right now. She might have already breathed her last!

Her death would have been the end of it, no more a threat to her.

But the current situation wasn’t so bad either. Chen Yuhua was now unconscious and wouldn’t be able to take the stage immediately upon waking up. The rest would take at least a couple of months. By then, the plays would be almost over! As a profit-driven businesswoman like Qiao Muniang was, how could she allow the show to be halted for so long? She had to find someone to fill in for the role of Little Dragon Girl. Where could she find someone suitable on such short notice? There was only her, Guo Yuehua, available to take the stage. She refused to believe that Qiao Muniang wouldn’t turn to her!

With these thoughts, Guo Yuehua’s lips curved into a smug and satisfied smile. Chen Yuhua, who said I couldn’t outshine you? Once I take the stage, your future will be my present, and I’ll make sure to tread on you mercilessly!

Suddenly, Xiangcao nudged her arm, “What are you smiling about? Dahu’s really unlucky this time. Has he ever bullied you as well? Is that why you seem to be taking pleasure in his misfortune?”

Guo Yuehua snorted, “What does he have to do with me? He’s nothing but lowly scum, not worthy of my attention.”

Xiangcao replied with annoyance, “Why is your heart so dark? Dahu is one of us after all. What do you mean by ‘lowly’? Aren’t you demeaning yourself as well?”

Guo Yuehua glared and said sharply, “Watch your mouth! Who’s with you? You’d better stay out of my way and not provoke me, or I won’t spare you in the future!”

Xiangcao was yelled at and, in response, stormed off in a huff. She had never seen the likes of such a person! So haughty and arrogant—what was it all about? Even if she had once been the Leading Actress, the airs she put on now were simply too much. Nanny Zhang’s words came to mind: No wonder Lady favored Miss Chen, yet couldn’t stand you!

Guo Yuehua watched Xiangcao’s retreating figure and scoffed softly, “Worrying about others when she should worry about herself more. She really thinks the fire won’t reach her?!”

Dahu finally managed to subdue his diarrhea, completely drained, he was propped up by the arms and carried into Muniang’s room by several servants. He obviously knew about Chen Yuhua’s injury and was aware that the Lady summoned him for reasons that were not going to be in his favor, which made his complexion turn even paler.

Muniang frowned at the sight, “You’d better explain clearly what exactly happened. You know full well how much responsibility you bear for Chen Yuhua’s current unconscious state!”

Dahu quickly knelt on the ground, his eyes red with desperation, “My Lady, although I’m not usually particular about what I eat, I’ve never been sick, let alone had such diarrhea. Moreover, I am aware that Miss Chen’s safety is of utmost importance; I’ve been avoiding negligence at all times. But who could have expected that this time, this time, it would…”

At this point, Dahu could not help but choke up, but his remorse was not truly for Chen Yuhua—it was his own life he feared for. He had injured the beloved Leading Actress of Mei Garden; his ten lives wouldn’t be enough to compensate for this.

Muniang’s expression darkened; Dahu’s words seemed sincere, and she couldn’t detect any trickery. If what he said was the truth, then this incident – might well have been premeditated.

Immediately after, Zhong Yulang came in through the door, his voice grave, “I have just inquired with the doctor, and he says that Dahu’s level of diarrhea must have been caused by a laxative.”

Everyone gasped—the idea that someone had poisoned Dahu loomed. Was it the enemy of Dahu or of Chen Yuhua?

“Furthermore,” Zhong Yulang continued, “this kind of laxative acts very quickly; it would take effect within the time it takes to drink a cup of tea after ingestion.”

Muniang’s voice turned colder, “That is to say, Dahu consumed this substance right as the performance started.”

She then turned to Dahu, “What did you eat?”

Dahu jolted, hurriedly responding, “My Lady, I didn’t eat much before the performance began, I just drank a large bowl of hawthorn soup, which Xiangcao brought to me!”

“Bring Xiangcao to me! And the maids who prepared the soup as well!”

Dahu said through clenched teeth, “Surely one of them resents me, thus deliberately poisoned the soup to frame me. Having harmed Miss Chen, I would never have a good life ahead. They must be waiting to gloat over my misfortune! My Lady, you must seek justice for me, I am absolutely loyal to you, and even if I had ulterior motives, I wouldn’t have the guts to act on them!”

Dahu wasn’t known for his good temper; relying on his size, he always managed to snatch the best for himself. If there were those within Mei Garden who bore him a grudge, it would indeed make sense.

But Muniang felt that the matter was not so simple; after all, the real victim was ultimately Chen Yuhua. If it was a matter of targeting, it was directed at Chen Yuhua.

As she pondered, several maids were brought in. The little maids who had cooked the soup immediately knelt down and cried, “My Lady, we really didn’t poison anyone. We only just heard about this matter ourselves; it truly has nothing to do with us!”