LOT – Chapter 49 Assassination Attempt on the Emperor, Imperial Physician Zhao’s “Raging Pear Blossom Needle” Reaches Perfection!

The messenger truly couldn’t help but be impressed by Lin Mo. She couldn’t even get out of bed, yet she was still so obsessed with gossip.

“The First Prince of Xijiang is fine. He’s already regained consciousness. This incident was really a matter between Xijiang and Xirong, and it doesn’t have much to do with us.”

After saying that, the person quickly made his exit—mainly because Little Lord Lin’s eyes, sparkling with gossip-fueled curiosity, were genuinely terrifying.

It was the first time he’d ever seen someone’s eyes literally sparkle from gossip.

After he left, the system kindly filled Lin Mo in on the aftermath: [Your emperor even took the opportunity to squeeze two hefty compensations out of them.]

Lin Mo: [Well, isn’t that only fair? We’re the ones who rescued their prince—they should pay us! His Majesty did nothing wrong!]

Once Lin Mo’s injuries healed, it was time for the Emperor’s birthday banquet.

The entire capital was abuzz with excitement. As a court official, Lin Mo and Minister Lin naturally had to attend the banquet in the palace.

“Don’t you dare cause trouble today, or I swear I’ll beat you to death when we get home!”

Because of Lin Mo, Minister Lin had basically transitioned from a civil official to a martial one. Truly, it was enough to make anyone shed tears of bitterness.

Lin Mo patted her chest confidently and declared, “Don’t worry, Dad! I’d never mess up on such an important occasion!”

The members of the Lin family all gave her the same skeptical look—Are you seriously saying that with a straight face?

Before they left, Madam Lin even pulled Minister Lin aside and whispered, “Make sure you keep an eye on her! There’s a hidden compartment in your belt—I’ve placed a length of cord inside. If that girl starts causing trouble, don’t hesitate to tie her up!”

Minister Lin solemnly grasped his wife’s hand and nodded. “Don’t worry, dear. I will keep her under control!”

Lin Qi, who witnessed the whole thing: …Just look at what this girl has turned our parents into.

The palace banquet was indeed lively. All sorts of treasures and tributes from various small nations dazzled the eyes.

Lin Mo clutched her humanoid monkey gift tightly to her chest, extremely pleased: [System, I feel like none of their offerings are as sincere as mine.]

The system thought of that monkey figurine and replied, completely speechless: [Your “sincerity” is indeed overwhelming. In fact, all of theirs combined still don’t match yours.]

Hearing the system’s comment, people nearby began to sneak glances at Lin Mo. Even the Emperor started to look curious.

Such a sincere gift—just what exactly did she carve it into?

Soon it was time for the ministers of their own country to present gifts. Lin Mo swaggered up proudly and pulled out her giant carved ape.

“Long live the Emperor! This humble official has specially prepared this gift for Your Majesty—it was personally carved by me!”

Everyone stared at the large ape in stunned silence, their faces full of disbelief.

Even Emperor Xuande widened his eyes at the gift. What the heck? Did this thing look anything like him? Other than both wearing a crown, the resemblance was non-existent!

Feeling the crowd’s gaze, Lin Mo beamed with pride: [System, see? I’ve shocked them all! My carving skills are simply divine!]

The system, giving up all pretense of shame, shamelessly praised her: [Indeed! This lifelike monkey… you’ve practically carved the ancestor of humankind!]

Everyone: ??? Did she just say humans descended from monkeys?

Emperor Xuande suppressed the tightness in his chest and forced a dry chuckle. “Ah… Little Lin, your sincerity is appreciated. Someone, quickly… take this gift away.”

Please! Just get it out of my sight—it’s burning my eyes!

Meanwhile, the foreign envoys stared pensively at the monkey. So this is the art of Dayong Dynasty? We must study it well!

Some even sketched the monkey on the spot and labeled it: “Portrait of the Emperor of Dayong.”

The Crown Prince, watching all of this: …Father, your majestic image… is officially ruined. So is the image of Dayong.

From now on, whenever people mention the Emperor of Dayong, they’ll think of… a monkey! A monkey with a giant mouth!

The Second and Third Princes exchanged glances and sighed in relief. “Thank goodness we don’t have to inherit the throne. From now on, when people talk about the monkey emperor of Dayong, they’ll think of Father and Big Brother—it’s got nothing to do with us.”

Officials nearby: …Are you two serious right now?

After presenting her gift, Lin Mo began gorging herself. And to be honest, ever since the Emperor came into money, the palace food had really improved. Must be the better ingredients.

While she was happily enjoying the song and dance, the system suddenly warned: [Uh-oh, danger! There’s an assassin!]

Lin Mo immediately spat out her food and yanked Minister Lin by the hair, shoving him under the table. “Dad! Don’t worry, I’ll protect you!”

Minister Lin, completely caught off guard: …

Chaos erupted in an instant. The assassins seemed to be targeting the Emperor.

Assassination attempts on the Emperor happened several times a year—no one even knew what these people hoped to gain. The country was so poor. If they really killed the Emperor, who else would use their personal funds to support the treasury?

The Crown Prince stood protectively beside Emperor Xuande, while the Second and Third Princes flanked them. One was the Emperor, the other the future heir—both had to be kept safe.

Suddenly, Lin Mo spotted someone unexpected in the crowd.

[Wait… isn’t that Physician Zhao?!]

Other officials hiding nearby also saw him engaged in combat with the assassins.

Good heavens! Though he had no martial arts skills, he had somehow mastered throwing needles—before the enemies could even get close, he’d already struck their acupoints with flying silver needles!

System: [Is that… is that the legendary “Raging Pear Blossom Needle”? Incredible!]

Lin Mo couldn’t help but start clapping: [Our nation’s imperial physician is a hidden master!]

Physician Zhao charged forward, silver needles in hand, and fought his way to the Emperor’s side. He stood proudly and declared, “Your Majesty! Do not fear—I will protect you!”

The Emperor, Crown Prince, and both princes—all stunned speechless: …What just happened? Were those really flying needles in the air?!

Physician Zhao gave a devilish smile. After all his secret training, he had perfected his extraordinary needle techniques—all thanks to Little Lin’s inspiration.

Meanwhile, Lin Mo was being firmly pinned down by Minister Lin, afraid that this girl might impulsively rush out.

System: [Move! Quick! One of the assassins is heading this way!]

Lin Mo turned her head—and holy moly! One of the assassins, already half-disabled by Physician Zhao’s needles, was dragging himself her way, still clutching a knife.

Lin Mo: [Hyah! Watch me!]

She grabbed the hairpin from her father’s head and charged forward.

After her experience during the last assassination attempt, Lin Mo had grown!

System: [Go for it, host! I’ve activated protection protocols! You’re covered—charge away!]

Minister Lin—hair in disarray—and everyone else: !!! Charge your head! What are you doing now?!