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Chapter 18
Chapter 18
Chapter 18
Half an hour later, Sun Doctor returned with his diagnostic box on his back.
After feeling Lu Yueming's pulse through a silk handkerchief, he took two steps back and respectfully said, "Reporting to Madam, Miss Lu's condition is not serious. Just pay attention to keeping warm these days, have light meals, and drink hot water."
"That's good! My heart can finally rest easy."
Lu Lady patted her chest, suppressing her laughter. Then, in a stern tone, she instructed the maids, "Did you hear what the doctor said? Take good care of Miss. If there's any mishap with Yueming, I'll hold you responsible for it, and it won't go well for you!"
Lu Yueming tugged on Lu Lady's sleeve, "Mother, why are you blaming them? I want to go horseback riding. Can they really stop me? Your eyes are all dark, probably from worrying and not getting enough sleep. Go back and rest, please."
"Rest? How can I rest when you're not fully recovered? Can I sleep soundly? If you want to go out for a ride, fine, but at least wait for the weather to warm up. Tomorrow, I'll write a letter to your grandfather to find you a tutor. During winter, stay at home, read books, and don't go anywhere!"
Upon hearing this, Qi Huan suddenly had a bold idea.
She moved a few steps closer to Lu Lady and tentatively asked, "Madam, are you considering finding a husband for Miss?"
"Yes, why is Miss Qi asking?... Are you volunteering yourself?"
"I don't have that ability. I just want to recommend someone to Madam."
"Oh? Who?"
"The adopted son of the former Chief Secretary of the Eastern Palace, named Xiu Wen. He is diligent, studious, and has studied at the Internal academy of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices...” Qi Huan energetically promoted him, adopting a flattering demeanor reminiscent of a madam in a brothel.
She wasn't deceiving Lu Lady; Yan Qinghe had mentioned that Xiu Wen was knowledgeable, and if not for his family's poverty leading him to serve at the palace, he could have excelled in the imperial examinations.
Upon realizing this, Lu Lady interrupted her before she could finish, "A eunuch?"
Without waiting for Qi Huan to respond, she clapped her hands, exclaiming, "A eunuch is good! I was just thinking that there aren't many educated girls in Lingzhou. To find a suitable husband for Yueming might take some time. If it's a eunuch, that's fine."
Qi Huan breathed a sigh of relief and revealed her true purpose, "Madam, Xiu Wen is currently serving at the logging site..."
Before she could finish, Lu Lady, with a touch of pride, said, "That's a minor issue. As long as his knowledge is sound, I'll have the steward arrange for him."
"Mother!"
At this point, Lu Yueming, who had been ignored, protested.
"I don't want a husband! Didn't you find several for me before? Either they said I was too unimpressive or cursed me as useless. In the end, you sent them all back to Lingzhou. Have you forgotten?"
"I don't want to be humiliated by another husband. If I must have one, I want a martial husband!"
After hearing her complaint, Qi Huan's eyes lit up, quickly suggesting, "Miss Lu wants a martial husband? I can recommend one for you!"
"The former head of the Eastern Palace Shadow Guard, Yan Wu, skilled in close combat. Also, the late Marquis of Wei Yuan's son, Yan Qinghe, excels in horseback riding and archery, proficient in various skills."
She carefully recalled the words Yan Wu and Yan Qinghe exchanged when praising each other, eloquently speaking on their behalf.
After her introduction, Mrs. Lu thought to herself: "...just hearing these titles, she knew these were all officials and villains exiled here."
However, Lu Yueming suddenly became excited, "The head of the Eastern Palace Shadow Guard? And the son of Wei Yuan Marquis?... Sounds impressive!"
Facing her sparkling eyes, Mrs. Lu was defenseless and compromised, "Which one do you want to choose?"
"Only kids make choices; I want them all!"
Upon hearing this, Qi Huan was extremely delighted!
Originally, she thought Xiu Wen was weak, not as robust as Yan Wu and Yan Qinghe. If she could connect with Mrs. Lu, he wouldn't have to suffer in the logging camp.
Although, according to the rules, exiles must obey distribution and accept labor punishment.
But rules are static; people are dynamic.
The unique geographical location of Moxian County resulted in a scarcity of talents. Local officials, for their own selfish reasons, would select outstanding individuals for their use.
For example, Qi Huan's father, Qi Yue.
In the bustling capital, Qi's father wasn't considered a famous doctor, but in Moxian County, he became a highly sought-after figure.
Not only was he provided accommodation, but he also didn't have to do manual labor.
Even after his unexpected demise, Qi Huan was not called to work. However, her household registration still carried a criminal record.
Li Shuchen, due to his special status, was ignored by the local officials until the second prince was born. Some people no longer feared him, like the steward who bullied Yan Qinghe and the county magistrate who initially threatened to throw him in jail.
But Xiu Wen, Yan Wu, and Yan Qinghe weren't as fortunate; they had to go to the logging camp every day, doing strenuous and tiring work.
Today presented an opportunity, and Qi Huan wanted to try, using Mrs. Lu's influence, to rescue them from the logging camp.
Unexpectedly, she succeeded!
Even after leaving the Lu residence, she still felt a surreal sense of dreaming.
Accompanying her, Sun Doctor, seeing her radiant expression, teased, "Little Qi, so happy, huh?"
Pointing to the bundle in her hands, he asked, "With these one hundred taels of silver, are you about to bloom with joy?"
"All thanks to Uncle Sun."
Qi Huan raised the heavy bundle in her hands, smiling, "If Uncle Sun didn't recommend me, I'm afraid I wouldn't have gotten so much silver. Actually, you also have ibuprofen granules; don't you regret not trying it yourself?"
Sun Doctor quickly waved his hand, solemnly saying, "No regrets."
"Little Qi, matters of life and death, I'm not as familiar with these medicines as you. I dare not take risks," especially with Miss Lu being so delicate; he didn't dare to try casually.
"Then study them carefully. Actually, I don't know much about medicine. Don't bring up my father; he was the expert, not me. If we all hesitate, Miss Lu will be in danger, won't she?"
Her words made Sun Doctor feel ashamed.
"You're right. Uncle Sun, when you go back, continue studying the prescriptions. Oh, Little Qi, can you teach me that... physical cooling method you mentioned?"
"Of course!"
As they walked, one spoke earnestly, while the other eagerly learned.
"Performing good deeds +1, accumulating points +1."
This is the points she earned for helping Sun Doctor study.
Compared to the benefits brought by Li Shuchen, it's like a drop in the ocean.
With that thought, Qi Huan suddenly felt a bit listless.
She had been gone for a day and a night, but Li Shuchen, whom she regarded as family, only gave her a fleeting glance upon her return, without even asking where she had been.
Her desire to share was abruptly halted.
Walking to the bedside, Qi Huan threw herself onto the mattress, deciding to do something enjoyable to drive away the inexplicable restlessness in her heart.
"System, check my balance."
"Sure, host, your current balance is 3600."
"So much!" Qi Huan was somewhat surprised.
When feeling down, one must shop and spend, so she decided to exchange all her points. "System, come on, shower me with a ton of deliveries!"