Chapter 10, Consultation

Feng Lingjun, with no objections, pulled the bewildered Feng Bingwen and found a spot to sit and wait slowly

You, young rascal, are strong and healthy, with smooth circulation and no ailments whatsoever, particularly well off, perhaps even a bit too well off.

How to say this

As soon as the old gentleman stepped over the threshold of the medical clinic, the apprentice who had been waiting at the door greeted him warmly. In this small county town, Feng Lingjun, who held the title of a scholar, could be considered a notable figure, neither too big nor too small.

While engaging in routine pleasantries with the villagers, Feng Lingjun took his hand and led him into the flow of people entering Qingshan County

Do not rush to go home; I will take you to meet an elderly gentleman.

Doctor Qin shook his head, resolutely rejecting it, his tone very certain

Feng Bingwen felt a sense of helplessness at that moment. He knew his body was quite strong, but the elderly man beside him did not share the same opinion. It was not easy to come to the city, yet he insisted on bringing him to see a doctor.

Upon hearing the inquiry, Doctor Qin relaxed his furrowed brow, realizing that his expression management had been inadequate moments earlier, and quickly began to explain

Feng Bingwen naturally had no objections; for a rural youth like him, studying was the only opportunity to rise above his circumstances. Without education, he would only be left to toil in the fields for sustenance.

Feng Bingwen was genuinely astonished this time; when the old gentleman pulled him over here, he had not expected that this cluster of buildings was actually a school. He had thought it was the residence of a prominent family in the county.

Grandfather, what are we doing here

Doctor Qin furrowed his brows as he listened to Feng Bingwen's assessment for a while, and suddenly spoke up

Brother Qin, what problems does my grandson have

Feng Lingjun responded and then looked at the elderly gentleman in the clinic who was taking someone's pulse

This place was once the residence of a prominent family, but after encountering a calamity, it fell into disrepair and decline. The county magistrate at that time designated it as a school.

This place is quite nice

The old man's thick eyebrows immediately furrowed, revealing a hint of unease. This grandson had grown up under his watch, and he was fully aware of his background; it was evident that something was amiss.

I am looking for Doctor Qin

However, he remembers that most of the schools in his dreams are built on ... . ... Well, never mind, it is pointless to think too much.

Mr. Feng

Given your grandson's physique, even wandering spirits would avoid him; how could he possibly scare anyone?

Go

This is my grandson, whom I mentioned to you earlier. I have brought him here today, and I kindly ask you, my dear brother, to take his pulse.

Is this how it is?

Did your grandson eat something?

Please have that gentleman take your pulse

"Hahaha, it is Mr. Feng."

"Mr. Feng, do not be anxious; your grandson is fine, he is doing very well, or rather, exceptionally well."

Your grandson's pulse is strong, unlike what one would expect at his age, and it is not inferior even when compared to some robust middle-aged men

The old doctor stroked his beard on his chest; although he was astonished, he did not find it overly absurd

How is that possible

The child with a longing smile on his face waved goodbye to Feng Bingwen, who also smiled and waved back.

Come, place your hand here

If it is merely a decline in family fortune, then the assets of a wealthy family being sold off would not likely end up in the hands of the government, unless they have committed some heinous crime that results in the confiscation of their property

The old doctor took the pulse for a while longer, then asked Feng Bingwen to open his mouth, examined his tongue, and finally pressed all over Feng Bingwen's chest and abdomen, making him quite uncomfortable and visibly displeased.

Feng Lingjun pointed to the sitting doctor who was gently advising an elderly woman. Although he had a white beard that hung to his chest, he appeared vigorous and his complexion was rosy, clearly indicating that he practiced good health maintenance. He was a capable doctor.

The street vendors on both sides of the road made Feng Bingwen's mouth water uncontrollably, even just a few skewers of candied hawthorn made him crave for more. However, his father showed no intention of stopping to satisfy his appetite, instead leading him into a medical clinic

That's great

This is ?

Scared? Impossible!

Although it is admiration, Feng Lingjun is somewhat confused

Doctor Qin glanced at Feng Bingwen and couldn't help but nod his head

What would I deceive you for, and at that time my grandson did not have this physique

Feng Bingwen obediently placed his hand on the pulse pillow, while the old doctor smiled and took his pulse. However, after just two or three breaths, the old doctor's brow furrowed, causing the elder behind him to also appear tense.

The old gentleman wore a somewhat reserved smile on his face. In his early years, he participated in the imperial examination, visited the prefectural city, and traveled through the surrounding counties. Aside from the academies in the capital, he had never seen a school as affluent as the one in Qingshan County.

It has been a while since we last met, and Brother Qin's spirits have improved greatly

Hmm

Feng Bingwen nodded slightly, but as he listened to the old man's words, he always felt something was amiss. It was evident that something was being concealed. What kind of calamity could lead the authorities to designate the arrangement of a wealthy family's assets?

Brother Wenzi, I am leaving first

I am not ill

Please wait, let me take another look

I see now

The little fellow looks quite sturdy

The old gentleman explained

It's nothing, let the gentleman take your pulse

My grandson came to the village to play six months ago, but he was frightened

Before long, Mr. Qin concluded the consultation, and the man, with a hint of joy on his face, took the prescription and went to get the medicine

From now on, you will have to come here for classes frequently

Please wait a moment

It is somewhat mysterious, but not impossible

Feng Bingwen has never been the type of person to keep problems to himself

Feng Lingjun pulled Feng Bingwen towards the consultation desk, speaking in a rather familiar tone

After entering the city, the old gentleman, as he had mentioned, first took Feng Bingwen to the county school. Although the county school was dilapidated, its tall gate and archway, along with the spacious and bright lecture halls, exuded a grandeur that was inconsistent with the small county town.

After finishing their visit to the academy, Feng Lingjun did not take Feng Bingwen home, but instead directly pulled him into another old street. Although it was even more dilapidated, with no stone slabs on the ground, it was much more bustling and lively, with a stronger atmosphere of everyday life.

Feng Lingjun let out a sigh of relief, yet felt somewhat perplexed.

How big it is

This is the territory of the city, which is quite different from the desolate outskirts. Allocating it to the school signifies a significant loss of revenue for the government

However, another question arises. Looking at the scale of this mansion, to say the least, it covers several dozen acres. Such a large piece of land is solely used for teaching; one can only imagine the tremendous resolve the county magistrate must have had at that time

Good

Mr. Qin, having concluded the diagnosis, returned to his original position, wearing an expression of admiration

The elderly doctor with the surname Qin suddenly broke into a smile, his gaze naturally shifting from the county school elder to the rather robust figure of Feng Bingwen standing beside him

Is it too much?

Mr. Feng, you have truly raised this little grandson well