Chapter 475 Extraordinary Appearance

Lu Qingqing didn't leave.

Ji Ruyan was extremely annoyed that he had wasted so much time in court.

He thought she didn't want to stay in this cage-like palace any longer.

But she said that since the person she loved was here, she had to make the cage more comfortable.

Lu Qingqing stayed for another half month.

She thoroughly examined every position in the palace and every aspect of the supply chain.

Amidst the complex accounts and long-standing problems, I calmed my mind, scribbled calculations on scrap paper, and went through them in one smooth motion.

Then, four head maids were promoted to manage all affairs of the inner palace, so as to ensure that the emperor would not be troubled by trivial matters.

Those in positions of authority should fulfill their responsibilities.

A nanny was specially assigned to oversee the emperor's medicinal diet at Funing Palace, and a physician was secretly selected from the Imperial Medical Academy to guide him on how to improve the emperor's health.

Then came the arrangement of Funing Palace.

I had a light green soft sofa custom-made, a large dog plush toy on the bed that I could cuddle with while sleeping, a cactus on the table, a hanging plant in front of the window, and large green plants on the floor...

She's worried that he might be lonely and become depressed!

Ji Ruyan was worried that with such arrangements in the palace, her identity might not be able to be hidden.

They secretly added more people to her side.

Seeing the changed appearance of Funing Palace, he felt that his heart was no longer so empty.

Lu Qingqing kissed his cheek as he went to court again:

"Then I'll be leaving today. I'll be busy for a while and then I'll come back. If you miss me, just look at the sky. We'll be under the same blue sky, basking in the sun and feeling the same breeze."

Ji Ruyan felt that parting was not so bitter anymore.

...

Lu Qingqing returned to Ming'an County with a well-behaved little boy.

Ji Ruyan said that Guichen needed to broaden her horizons and make friends, so she asked her to take her to Liuyun Village.

His identity is that of Lu Qingqing's adopted younger brother!

Gui Chen looked quite sad; he thought he had been rejected by his emperor brother.

It turned into a saw-mouth gourd.

Later, as Lu Qingqing continued to talk and he saw different things in different cities, he began to show the curiosity that an eight-year-old child should have.

At the entrance of Ming'an County, Lu Qingqing led him to stand in front of the Heroes' Monument and recounted the battle to defend Ming'an County.

Gui Chen listened with tears welling up in his eyes.

After walking a few more steps, Lu Qingqing was recognized.

A group of people stuffed things into her hands—big radishes, big clubs, green vegetables, gourds, and so on.

He also kept praising Guichen.

"What a beautiful child."

"Is she a newly accepted disciple of Doctor Lu?"

"He looks very intelligent."

Their eyes were filled with envy.

Gui Chen had never been praised like this before, and he lowered his head shyly, not daring to look up.

Lu Qingqing had no choice but to get into the carriage and leave quickly.

She saw an acquaintance on the way.

They stopped the carriage and got off.

"red……"

Oh, we can't call them pomegranates anymore; it seems they've already been redeemed.

There were three girls by the roadside, dressed very simply. They were from the former Chunxiang Pavilion, and they were selling headdresses.

However, being a beginner, they might be too shy to open their mouths and shout out their wares.

"Dr. Lu?"

The three of them looked at Lu Qingqing with a mixture of surprise and unease.

"Okay, you've all come out of the building. What are your names now?"

"My name is Li Fang."

"Wu Xiaoyue".

"Kong Dani".

"We just saved up enough money last month. Mom didn't make things difficult for us. She said we could go back if things got too tough, but we're not going back no matter what. It's just... we don't know what to do out there."

The three people were very embarrassed and uncomfortable, glancing at passersby from time to time, probably afraid of being stared at.

"Hmm...would you like to make some food to sell?" Lu Qingqing asked.

"I can cook, though. The pan-fried buns in the restaurant are delicious, and I can make them. But I'm afraid they won't sell well in this city."

Firstly, there are quite a few people selling steamed buns, and secondly, their social status is still off-putting.

"Let's go to Liuyun Village."

"Liuyun Village?" The three people looked at each other in bewilderment.

"Yes, trust me and go ahead. The sooner you go, the sooner you'll get a spot. I also have recipes for making noodle fish and tofu pudding; I'll give them to you if you need them."

Lu Qingqing's words were somewhat meaningful. After she finished speaking, she smiled and left.

“Although there are quite a few people coming and going in Liuyun Village now, there’s already a hot pot restaurant there, and many city people go there to eat. But if they make steamed buns, who will go there to eat?” Li Fang asked doubtfully.

"But Dr. Lu wouldn't speak carelessly."

"Then let's hurry up and set up a tent to reserve space."

"good!"

On the carriage.

Gui Chen secretly glanced at Lu Qingqing.

"Little one, what are you looking at?"

Gui Chen blushed.

This "little thing" was very affectionate, completely different from the way he used to be called "cheap thing" or "dirty thing".

He felt awkward, yet secretly pleased.

"Your Majesty..." Remembering the instructions, he quickly changed his form of address:

"Many people like my older sister."

"We've only just begun, let's see later!" Lu Qingqing closed her eyes to rest.

The dust of the past remains unresolved.

The carriage swayed and wobbled as it entered Liuyun Village.

Where are you from?

Sure enough, the questioning at the village entrance came.

Lu Qingqing lifted the curtain: "Grandma Liu, it's me."

Grandma Liu: "Qing'er is back!"

The cane taps and thumps.

"Qing'er is back!"

"Qing'er is back!"

"The miracle doctor is back!"

Then, like a relay race, it was passed from one end of the village to the other.

Gui Chen leaned against the car window, his mouth agape as he watched a group of children sprint towards him like they were in a 100-meter dash. Startled, he quickly pulled his head back.

"Sister Qingqing!"

"Sister Qingqing!"

Didn't your husband come back with you?

Lu Qingqing called out, "He's not back."

"But I brought back a little brother. His name is Lu Guichen. Come on, say hello to him."

A group of children shouted in unison, "Brother Guichen!"

"Gui Chen, you're so fair-skinned and beautiful!"

"Gui Chen, how old are you?"

"Guichen, are you going to school?"

"..."

Gui Chen was stiff all over, his fists clenched nervously. With Lu Qingqing's encouragement, he politely nodded to the group of people.

"I am eight years old."

"Thank you for the compliment."

Suddenly, firecrackers went off in the village with a loud "bang".

"Is anyone getting married today?" Lu Qingqing asked.

"No!" the children shouted. "Grandpa Village Head said that when you come back, our village will be officially renamed the Village of Divine Healers!"

"Set off firecrackers, change the boundary marker!"

They really changed their name!

Lu Qingqing rubbed her forehead for a moment.

She had already seen the village head, head held high, directing people to carry the boundary marker toward the village entrance.

If it had a tail, it would be pointing skyward.

"Qing girl, there's nothing I can do."

Who would have thought your mother's medical skills were so high?

Our village has produced two miracle doctors.

It's impossible to hide it any longer!

"..."

Mr. Qu was also by the village head's side; he was the one who inscribed the words on the boundary marker.

"Hello, sir."

"Hello, sir."

A group of mischievous monkeys immediately became well-behaved upon seeing Mr. Qu.

Mr. Qu stroked his beard and nodded.

Lu Qingqing led Gui Chen off the carriage.

"Mr. Qu, this is Lu Guichen. We'll have him come to study with you in a few days."

“This child…” Mr. Qu was startled.

Gui Chen bowed respectfully.

"Hello, sir."

"Okay, okay."

Mr. Qu had doubts.

Having some free time lately, I read "The Book of Changes and Physiognomy" and "The Divine Physiognomy of the Ma Yi," and this child's face looks quite extraordinary!

There must be a mistake.

The new emperor is still young and has no children!

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