Chapter 276: Jing Xi's Illness

't be afraid to tell me, after all, you probably already heard about this kind of thing. I was refused at the door when I went back to my parents' house three times. Only when they knew my husband was...Warm Taiyi saw that the couple's faces were gloomy, and he could guess what the problem was. He estimated it was another matter concerning the inner house's secrets. The inner house of a wealthy family was a battlefield without smoke, every step was fraught with danger, and a slight misstep could lead to being caught in a trap.

He comforted her and said, “Madam Gu, rest assured, your illness can be cured. Just keep taking the medicine as prescribed and adjusting your diet. I'll give you two prescriptions now, one for during your menstrual period and one for after. In terms of diet, pay attention to keeping warm and avoiding cold foods in your daily life. Eat more warming foods instead.”

Meng Jin yao nodded lightly: "Thank you, Dr. Wen."

"Madam Gu, please don't be so polite," said Wen Taoyi.

Before the imperial physician could finish writing the prescription, Gu Jingxi added, “A Yao, I'll go see the imperial physician off first. I'll be back soon.”

Meng Jin Yao nodded. "Go, my husband."

Wen Taoyi glanced at the couple, sighing inwardly. This couple had it rough, both of them had issues and needed medicine, and they were both his patients. He wondered who would recover first.

Gu Jingxi and Dr. Wen left, and Qingqiu, who was waiting on the side, said in a trembling voice, "Madam, what the ancients said about not judging people by their appearance is truly right. The doctor from the Ling family hid his abilities so well. He has helped us privately many times."

Qingqiu paused for a moment, then brought up the matter that had made a deep impression on her: "That time when Ningdong was punished and beaten with a board, she developed a high fever and was in danger of dying. You were confined to the Buddhist hall for reflection. I wanted to ask Madam Sun and the old mistress, but I wasn't allowed to see them at all, and I couldn't leave the mansion to bring back a doctor. In the end, I secretly went to find the doctor from the Ling Mansion. He said that saving one life is better than building seven pagodas. He took the risk of offending the master's family and avoided everyone's attention to treat Ningdong, and he also gave her medicine."

In the end, Qingqiu gritted her teeth and said angrily, "The Sun family is too cunning. They pretended to send servants to serve you on the surface, but you tried every means to refuse them. It turns out that those who were sent on the surface were all used to blind your eyes and ears. It's the Lingfu physician who truly wanted to plant a spy in your side."

Meng Jin Yao fell silent. Back then, the doctor from the Ling residence had pitied her and helped her out of compassion. She remembered the seemingly kind but cruel Sun Shi. She had some suspicions about the doctor from the Ling residence, but later on, when he secretly helped them several times, she gradually let go of her guard against him.

In a flash, Meng Jinyao smirked and said softly, "Qingqiu, the Sun family taught me a trick

".

Qing Qiu was bewildered: "What"

Meng Jinyo replied, “If you want to place your own people among the enemy, you must make that person do everything they can to help the enemy. Wait until the enemy remembers the kindness of the person you placed there, and it cannot be small favors. That time when I was punished to confinement in the Buddhist hall for reflection, perhaps Ning Dong being beaten was also a move made by the Sun family.”

Upon hearing this, Qingqiu's pupils contracted. If that was indeed a move by the Sun family, then they had truly succeeded. The inner courtyard of the manor was truly a place where people could be devoured, filled with schemes and calculations. Even if one were careful, there would inevitably be times when they were careless. Once there was a lapse, it provided an opportunity for the enemy to exploit.

Meng Jinyao softened her expression and said softly, "Let's not dwell on the past. I think the Gu family's inner house is not as troublesome as the Meng family. At least I haven't discovered any such scheming ways to harm people since I married in. In the future, we should be able to live more comfortably."

Qing Qiu nodded repeatedly: “That’s true. Back when you were at the Meng family, you had no protection. Now that you're under the protection of Lord Gu, and with the old Madam doting on you, both the first and second branch also respect you. The only thing that’s a bit bothersome is the young master.”

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On the other hand, Gu Jingxi and Dr. Wen left Weiruixuan and went to the study in the front yard.

In a quiet study.

"Before even feeling Gu Jingxi's pulse, Wen Taishi sat down and asked curiously: “Your Grace, when you were at Weiruixuan earlier, I could have also taken your pulse. Could it be that Madam is unaware of your treatment in this area”

Gu Jingxi did not answer, her eyes gazing at him with a distant and unreadable expression.

When their eyes met, Dr. Wen's face paled for a moment before he nodded repeatedly, wearing an expression of "I understand, I understand everything."

As a man, even though Wen Taishi didn't have those unspeakable ailments that men often face, he understood Lord Gu's mindset. Which man wouldn't want to appear strong and powerful in front of his wife

Master Gu secretly treating his illness must be hoping to one day regain his former glory, to appear mighty in front of Madam Gu, and make her look at him with newfound respect.

Gu Jingxi felt that he was muttering something in his heart, so he said: "Dr. Wen, what are you thinking"

"My lord, allow me to take your pulse first," the imperial physician hurriedly shook his head.

Gu Jingxi placed her hand on the pulse point.

After feeling his pulse, Wen Taiyi asked, "My lord, have you had any reaction to the medicine"

Hearing this, Gu Jingxi did not reply, only gave him a look to let him experience it himself.

That look in the doctor's eyes was all too familiar. It clearly said, "Your medicine doesn't work at all, you incompetent quack," making the doctor wonder about his own medical skills.

The Imperial Physician Wen was afraid that he would become discouraged and give up treatment again, so he quickly comforted him: "My Lord Marquis, don't worry. When you gave up halfway last time, if you had recklessly squandered your health, it might be incurable now. But over the years, you have been mindful of your health and your body is in good condition. There is no problem with being cured, just keep taking the medicine. As I told you before, it takes a year or two to take the medicine. It's normal that there is no reaction now, keep it up for a few more months maybe there will be some results. The current prescription is still improved by me, and it's more effective."

Gu Jingxi heard him speak with such certainty, and actually believed in his medical skills. It's just that she was anxious herself.

"My Lord, I believe that merely taking medicine won't suffice," Wen Taiyi said after a thoughtful glance. "Perhaps some stimulation is needed to aid in your recovery."

Gu Jingxi asked, "What stimulation"

Dr. Wen stroked his beard meaningfully and said, "My Lord Hou, since you are already married with a wife, there's no need for me to elaborate on what kind of stimulation is appropriate, wouldn't you agree"

Gu Jingxi understood instantly. It was just a typical marital matter, but this kind of stimulation wasn't new to him. He had experienced it just two days ago, only he had no reaction, leaving him frustrated and making that silly girl think he hadn't enjoyed himself.

Suddenly, Dr. Wen remembered an important matter and took out a blue-covered book from his medicine box. He presented it to Gu Jingxi with the utmost care, saying in all seriousness, "My Lord Hou, this is one of the excellent medicines I specially prepared for you. I originally planned to find a free moment to give it to you, but since I happened to be coming to the Hou Mansion today, I brought it along. You and Madam might as well try it."

Gu Jingxi glanced at the book with no title, reached out to take it, and flipped through it casually. When he saw the content on it, his face instantly became subtle, "snap" closed the book.

When the imperial physician saw this, he said again: “Your Lordship must not underestimate it. Everyone who has used it says it is good.” just going to teach Li shi how to behave properly. When Li shi learns the rules, she will come back.Upon hearing this, Ning Dong was stunned once again. She opened her mouth, struggling to find her v...