Although Hong Yingrong was not well versed in medical theory, she knew a little about the disease of colic.
This disease is mostly caused by the invasion of unclean objects into the stomach and intestines, which in turn causes infection by evil substances, resulting in high fever and unbearable abdominal pain, thus endangering life.
The Linjiang Palace is prosperous, wealthy, and magnificent. Every detail is exquisitely crafted and detailed.
Xue Shanqiu's food, clothing, and daily life were taken care of meticulously, and all the items he used had to go through layers of screening to ensure that they were all clean and of high quality.
Not to mention the Linjiang Palace, the entire Great Zhou Dynasty has had its capital in the capital for a hundred years. The rivers and water sources in the city crisscross, bringing great convenience to the lives of the people.
In order to maintain cleanliness and hygiene, laundry facilities were set up between the streets for the people in the city to bathe and wash clothes.
In such an environment, not to mention someone as wealthy and privileged as Princess Linjiang, even ordinary people would not easily contract a serious disease like colic.
Moreover, a few days before the Marquis's Mansion was confiscated, Xue Shanqiu went back to her mother's home for a few days to attend the winter solstice ceremony. She was in good health at the time and said with a smile when she left that she would wait until the Lantern Festival and pick up her mother, sister, sister-in-law and nephew to go to the prince's mansion to attend the lantern viewing banquet.
Once imprisoned, the youngest daughter died suddenly. Was it truly a case of Heaven's jealousy of beauty? Or was it the work of the Prince of Linjiang... or even the Queen Mother?
Xue Shanqiu saw his mother sitting on a futon in the side room with a dazed look in her eyes, and thought that Hong Yingrong was still grieving over her father's death.
"Mother, don't be sad. I heard from my sister-in-law that you are feeling much better today."
Xue Shanqiu walked slowly into the side room, her figure was like a willow swaying in the wind, her body was like a graceful flower reflected in the water, her skin was as delicate as porcelain, her eyebrows were like distant mountains covered in smoke, and her eyes were as clear as autumn water.
Especially the natural rouge mole between her eyebrows makes her look more charming and lively.
Because she had not yet reached the age of marriage, Xue Shanqiu still wore her hair in double buns and pinned it with a white hibiscus hairpin. This hairpin not only contrasted with the rouge mole between her eyebrows, but also perfectly set off her untainted temperament.
"I'm fine. For the sake of you little enemies, I have to cheer up."
Hong Yingrong gently scratched the tip of Xue Shanqiu's nose with her fingers, and her little daughter then snuggled in her arms.
"I want to stay with my mother all the time."
After his father's sudden death, Xue Shanqiu's heart was filled with deep sorrow. At this moment, his attachment to his mother became even stronger. He only hoped that his mother could live a long and healthy life.
Hong Yingrong felt a surge of pity in her heart. She gently stroked her daughter's back, her eyes filled with care. "Let's not talk about your brothers for now. You and Chun'er are my biggest concerns. I only wish you peace and happiness in this life. Only then can I, your mother, truly rest assured."
As she spoke, her eyes became deep, as if she could see through the mist of time and into the distant future.
No matter how difficult the road ahead is this time, she will do her best to protect her children and prevent them from being hurt in any way.
At this time, the maid who was responsible for delivering breakfast walked into the main hall, and Aunt Zhao was directing them to place the bowls and plates on the side. Everything was in order.
Xue Shanqiu helped his mother get up from the mat, and they walked into the main hall together and sat down calmly.
Hong Yingrong took the Lu'an Shen Tea from Hanqiao and took a sip. She then noticed that only her youngest daughter had arrived. She then asked, "Where's your fourth sister? Why hasn't she come yet?"
Earlier, Bingqiao, the maid in Jiang Shuxiu's room, said that both daughters would come to pay their respects, but now it was breakfast time and Xue Huichun was still nowhere to be seen.
Xue Shanqiu seemed a little hesitant and a little embarrassed, and replied in a low voice: "Fourth sister said that she went to the study to look for big brother."
This child has been spoiled since childhood and has a simple heart. Even lying seems so clumsy, and all his thoughts are written on his face.
Hong Yingrong gently patted the back of her hand and said, "Your elder brother is with your sister-in-law right now, how could he be in Yunmoxuan?"
Xue Shanqiu knew that he couldn't hide it from his mother, so he playfully stuck out his tongue and whispered in Hong Yingrong's ear, "Fourth sister actually wanted to find out if there were any eulogies sent from Qingzhou..."
Hearing the word "Qingzhou", Hong Yingrong stopped asking questions, just sighed softly, and then asked Madam Zhao to save a breakfast for Xue Huichun.
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On the other side, on the bamboo forest path leading to Yunmoxuan, the fourth girl Xue Huichun was wearing a Taoist robe decorated with trapezoidal Buddhist characters. Her hair was tied up high, and she wore a blue-patterned crown on her head. White ribbons hung on both sides, swaying gently behind her.
Before he reached the study, he saw his second brother Xue Zhongfu, wearing the official uniform with gold patches of the Minister of Works, holding a stack of heavy documents, and striding towards the study.
Since my father's funeral, my eldest brother and his wife have been in charge of all household affairs.
Ever since his second elder brother Xue Zhongfu passed the imperial examination four years ago, he has failed the imperial examination many times, just like his eldest elder brother.
So, the eldest brother Xue Yuanchu inherited the title of Crown Prince, while the second brother was blessed by the emperor and given a civil position of the sixth rank as the Minister of Works, responsible for assisting the main officials of the Ministry of Works in handling daily documents and clerical affairs.
Xue Huichun quickened her pace, and the maid behind her also trotted to catch up.
Xue Zhongfu came directly from the Taimiao this morning. He had been following the eunuchs from the Inner Court's Silijian these days to take charge of the placement of his father's spirit tablet in the Taimiao. This was originally handled by the Ministry of Rites and the Silijian, but the Silijian meant that someone from the Xue family should be present so that any issues could be discussed immediately.
In this case, the eldest brother is guarding the marquis's mansion, and the third brother has not yet held an official position and is still studying in the Imperial College, so this matter has fallen on him.
He ran between the Ministry of Works and the Imperial Ancestral Temple every day, and even had no time to take care of the green beard that had sprouted around his chin.
"Second brother, you look so haggard after not seeing you for a few days." Xue Huichun's bright and clear voice rang out.
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