Chapter 4, A Case of Backfiring

Who is this birdman, daring to cause trouble here? Murong Xue, infuriated, picked up a pestle from the table and with a swift motion, aimed it at the man's shoulder.

Murong Xue pouted slightly, feeling somewhat dissatisfied with his doubts. "I recognized more than twenty kinds of herbs when I was five years old. Haven't you heard of the term 'family heritage,' young master?"

She casually picked up a sweat towel from the sewing basket, snipped a few openings with a small pair of scissors, and with a tearing sound, ripped it in half, followed by another tearing sound.

Dingxiang stamped her foot and bit out a phrase: "Where it hurts, apply ointment there"

He merely stuck out his tongue in a perfunctory manner

Murong Xue's delicate fingers reached out, and before she could feel his pulse, her own heartbeat became erratic

"What is it?" Murong Xue quickly turned over and sat up, her first thought being, have I been selected?

The maid Peilan skillfully gathered the fine cloth strips from the ground and took them to be used for shoe soles

She looked at the tip of his tongue, and her heart skipped a beat, as if he had licked her from afar. Her cheeks unexpectedly felt a tingling softness, and she realized she had fallen under his spell. She quickly averted her gaze from his intense stare; otherwise, the carefully maintained facade of a divine doctor would be completely dismantled by his gaze.

Yelü Yanzheng was about to speak when he suddenly felt a sharp pain in his abdomen. He quickly got up and left the room. It was truly embarrassing to go to the restroom in front of the lady, but there was no other choice; such matters could not be held back. After leaving the restroom, he wandered around the chrysanthemum bushes to air out the smell before returning to the room with a stern expression. It was indeed very humiliating.

My father went to Suzhou Prefecture, and I can treat this minor ailment of diarrhea. Murong Xueyan smiled and pointed to the medicine box on Dingxiang's shoulder, displaying a confident demeanor as if she had everything under control

Do you also possess medical skills

Murong Xue replied earnestly: "Naturally, it is known through observation, listening, inquiry, and pulse-taking." It is quite obvious; Yuan Chenglie has no issues at all, while you are suffering from diarrhea. This is naturally due to your overly refined diet, which has made your stomach delicate and unable to tolerate greasy food.

Yuan Chenglie felt quite sympathetic; the noble prince, who had always been dignified and composed, had never embarrassed himself in front of a woman throughout his life. At this moment, the frustration and inner turmoil he experienced were truly imaginable

What did the young master eat

Yuan Chenglie immediately took his foot down, his face turning crimson, and let out a dry laugh: "Miss Murong"

Yelü Yan was half-reclining on a couch by the window, holding a book in his hand. The spring light was leisurely, and he appeared as if he were a figure in a painting. His elegant and spirited brows, the perfectly defined jawline, and those long, fair hands all exuded an enchanting charm that captivated the heart.

This Pei Datou will just wait to regret it in the future, hum

It was not until lunchtime that Murong Xue woke up, and before she even got out of bed, she heard the sound of footsteps coming up the stairs

As a renowned physician known far and wide, Murong Lin's Huichun Medical Clinic has always been bustling with patients, many of whom come from afar seeking his expertise. Typically, all six storefronts of the clinic are packed to capacity. However, due to Murong Lin being summoned by the governor of Suzhou to attend to a patient at the beginning of the month, the Huichun Medical Clinic has recently experienced a rare moment of tranquility.

While pretending to chat on the road, Murong Xue learned that Ye Lu was a person from the capital, came from a wealthy family, was not yet married, and most importantly, was an orphan. This made him the most suitable candidate for a son-in-law. She was so delighted that her heart was bubbling with joy, and along the way, her smile was as radiant as a flower, dazzling Yuan Chenglie's eyes.

She stood at the door, vibrant and lively, looking at him with excitement and a hint of nervousness and shyness, her heart unable to help but race wildly.

Just then, Yuan Chenglie and Yelv Yan passed under the bridge and couldn't help but smile faintly upon hearing this remark

The man seemed to have eyes on the back of his head, and with a swift motion, he reached back and seized her pestle.

Murong Xue turned back and instructed Atai and Peilan to stay outside the door, bringing only Dingxiang into the room

Murong Xue had never eaten beef noodles early in the morning, and at this moment, she felt a bit nauseated. Upon seeing the sour plum juice, she immediately broke into a smile

The term "delicate" used to describe a big man like him made him quite displeased. Throughout his life, he has always disliked being regarded differently by others due to his exceptional appearance, and Murong Xue inadvertently committed his greatest taboo.

Yelv Yan's expression slightly darkened. Yuan Chenglie couldn't help but break into a sweat, saying, "Miss, how dare you make fun of our prince"

Pei Jian ascended the Crescent Moon Bridge, resolutely refusing to return with Murong Xue. Clinging to a stone lion on the bridge, he lamented with a sorrowful expression: "Ah Xue, my uncle intends to recruit a son-in-law, but I am the only son of the Pei family. I truly cannot do this, I beg you to let me go. If you are afraid of being chosen, then quickly find another husband."

Dingxiang gasped and said: "Miss, something terrible has happened"

Yuan Chenglie finally understood, wanting to laugh but not daring to, his belly trembling from the effort of suppressing it

How much did you eat

Murong Xue was completely unaware of the inappropriateness of her joke and continued, "The crystal buns are made with jelly, crab roe, and other ingredients. Young Master, your stomach is usually delicate, and having just arrived, you are not accustomed to the local environment, which has caused your gastrointestinal discomfort, hence your current state"

A man came forward, requesting the master to make a house call. Ah Tai said that the master had gone to Suzhou and had not yet returned. The man then became anxious, appearing as if he was about to cause a disturbance

Just now, Yuan Chenglie came in a hurry to seek the doctor, but Murong Lin happened to be absent, and Atai was too lazy to pay him any mind. As the two exchanged words back and forth, a conflict arose between them, leading to physical altercation.

"You can leave now," she said, stamping her foot. She turned and hurried down the bridge, not looking back as she threw down a harsh remark: "If you don't marry me, you'll regret it for the rest of your life." After saying this, she huffed heavily.

Yelv Yan saw her expression, and only then did he understand. Instantly, his face stiffened, and the color of his eyes darkened.

Murong Xue did not respond, her face flushed, and she smiled charmingly, saying: "Young master, take good care of yourself, I will come back tomorrow." With that, she left with Dingxiang.

The young lady of the rejuvenation clinic has a peculiar habit; when she is in a bad mood, she likes to tear cloth. After venting her feelings, the skies clear up. Indeed, as the sweat towel transforms into numerous small strips of fabric, Miss Murong's face regains its delicate beauty, reminiscent of a blossoming peach or plum.

Yuan Chenglie naturally could not seek it, and he believed that the daughter of the divine doctor would also possess excellent medical skills. If he were to know that Murong Xue had not even inherited one-tenth of her father's abilities, he would surely regret it deeply.

Murong Xue stepped into the clinic and found the situation before her to be far more serious than what Ding Xiang had described. A tall young man was stepping on the stomach of the clinic's assistant, A Tai!

Murong Xue looked at him with suspicion and asked, "Are you the one seeking medical attention?" Given his lively appearance, he certainly did not seem ill, and he was still capable of fighting.

Yelü Yan said coldly: "How do you know that my stomach is delicate"

In preparation for the elopement this morning, she got up before dawn and has been bustling about for a while; at this moment, she is truly exhausted

Murong Xue walked to the soft couch of Yelv Yan, sat down uninvited, and assumed the demeanor of a divine physician, saying: "Give me your hand."

This statement truly infuriated her; she believed that although she may not be gentle enough, she would never be a woman with both a bad temper and a nasty disposition. Being belittled in such a manner by him greatly wounded her self-esteem

Yuan Chenglie said with a smile: "Young master, the doctor has arrived"

You actually stood by and did nothing in the face of death, how ungrateful of you. Murong Xue puffed up her cheeks in anger, realizing that it would take time to find a suitable husband, especially one willing to be a son-in-law.

Upon hearing this voice, Dingxiang immediately knew that the young lady was not in a very good mood today

Upon hearing that Yelv Yan was ill, Murong Xue could not help but feel a surge of joy in her heart; this was truly wonderful, as it was a divine opportunity to see him again! When she heard it was diarrhea, her happiness only increased. "I will go with you to take a look."

Pei Jian chuckled and said, "You are both ugly and ill-tempered, there is no way you will be selected, so don't worry."

Yelv Yan raised an eyebrow, momentarily taken aback.

Yelv Yan raised his eyebrows, realizing that she was Murong Lin's daughter. No wonder she was dressed so extravagantly. Murong Lin was a renowned physician, famous for his exorbitant consultation fees, which made his family quite affluent. Even the county magistrate had a very good personal relationship with him

Entering the courtyard with a sense of confusion, Yuan Chenglie led Murong Xue directly into the back room. At the entrance stood two young men, both of whom appeared quite robust. Could they be his bodyguards? It seemed that he indeed resembled a young master from a prestigious family.

"Miss Murong, how long do you need to take the pulse?" Ye Luyin asked淡淡地. She was lost in thought and was startled by his sudden voice, immediately feeling a sense of guilt and blushing.

Yuan Chenglie apologetically said, "It is Young Master Ye who is unwell, suffering from diarrhea"

Atai got up from the ground, patted his buttocks, and said: "What I just said was so serious, I thought it was a life-threatening illness."

Murong Xuepu smiled, "Young Master Ye will be quite busy this afternoon."

She said with a stern expression: "Stick out your tongue"

Yelv Yan looked at her, hesitated for a moment, and then extended his hand.

A steamer basket.

Upon meeting each other, both were taken aback

Murong Xue hurriedly went downstairs and headed forward. The Huichun Medical Clinic is a large residence with three courtyards. The front row consists of six interconnected rooms used for receiving patients, while the two rear courtyards serve as the private quarters of the Murong family

Yuan Chenglie, realizing it only later, continued to ask: "Where to wipe?"

After sending off Murong Xue, Yuan Chenglie looked through the window and saw Prince Zhaoyang with a stern expression. With a loud clap, he slammed the book in his hand onto the small table beside the couch, his jaw twitching slightly.

Dingxiang silently thought, but now, Miss, you can only barely recognize fifty types at most. The term "family background" truly cannot be generalized.

"Crystal buns." In the past few days, he had been eating meals in the Chrysanthemum Garden without any issues, but the crystal buns he had this morning seemed rather suspicious

Yuan Chenglie led a few people to the outside of a residence. Murong Xue looked at it and felt a strange sense of familiarity. Upon further thought, wasn't this the private residence of County Magistrate Meng Zhi'ang? This small courtyard was called Juyuan, and every late autumn, he would invite her father, Murong Lin, to come here to appreciate the chrysanthemums. Could it be that Ye Lu was a relative or friend of Meng Zhi'ang?

Yuan Chenglie asked his master: "Where to wipe?"

Yelü Yan raised his eyes and was slightly taken aback: "How is it you?"

Murong Xue returned to the Huichun Medical Hall, took off her hundred-bird skirt, and changed into a casual dress in fruit green. Today, she had planned to elope with Pei Jian, so she deliberately wore her most valuable clothes and adorned herself with her most precious jewelry, bringing along ample silver notes. However, he stubbornly refused, causing her to waste ten taels of silver in vain, which was truly frustrating.

After finishing the plum soup, she lazily stretched her waist, yawned like a little cat, and said delicately, "I am going to take a nap to catch up on some sleep"

She is still able to treat such minor ailments, although her skills are far from those of her father's miraculous medical abilities. However, common issues like colds, flu, and diarrhea are well within her capabilities

His hands are truly beautiful, long and fair yet not appearing weak. There are thin calluses in his palms; could it be that he practices martial arts? In an instant, she imagined the way he wielded a sword, "In a hall filled with flowers, three thousand guests are intoxicated, with a single sword, the frost chills fourteen provinces." How graceful and unrestrained he must be.

Murong Xue had A Tai prepare a medicine box, and then she, along with Peilan and Dingxiang, followed Yuan Chenglie out of the Huichun Medical Hall

Dingxiang immediately presented a cup of warm sour plum soup

Murong Xue said thoughtfully: "It is convenient for me to prepare medicine at home. Once the medicine is ready, I will have Ah Tai deliver it to you." As she spoke, she rummaged through the medicine box, took out a bottle of pills and a box of ointment, and succinctly instructed: "Take this, apply that."