Zhou Fufu's memory wasn't as good as theirs, but he had a very keen sense of smell. He could tell which of the chopped herbs were for external use and which were for internal use just by smelling them.
He was also very skilled at cutting and pounding herbs, and seemed to have the potential to become a medicine boy.
Zhou Sanfu thought to himself, and then said it out loud, "Fifth brother, once things are peaceful outside, you should become a medicine boy. Third brother has high hopes for you."
“I can remember it after smelling it once, that’s because I have a great nose. Third Brother, you can remember it after seeing it once, you’re more suited to be a medicine boy.” Zhou Wufu rolled his eyes at him.
At this moment, Xingxing walked over with her hands behind her back, her little face solemn and earnest, and said, "Third Brother, Fifth Brother, you can first become medicine apprentices, and then become doctors. That way, Yegou Village will never have to worry about not being able to find a doctor in the future."
What does the little girl mean by that? Does she mean she's already planned out their future careers and wants them to study medicine and return to Yegou Village to practice medicine and help people?
Xingxing patted her two older brothers on the shoulder with feigned maturity, then sighed softly, "I'm not talking to you anymore, I'm going to see Dad."
Zhou Sanfu was both amused and exasperated. Pointing at the little girl's back, he said, "Where did my little sister learn to act like this? She's the youngest in the family, but she loves to act like an adult and even tries to lecture us."
“She’s always like this, so precocious for her age.” Zhou Dafu’s tone was both amusing and indulgent.
"Alright, hurry up and bring dinner to the main room. Keep your voices down, or Xingxing will get upset if she hears you laughing at her," Zhao Guihua reminded her five sons in a low voice.
Inside the house, Xingxing lowered her head and breathed on Zhou Laoda's face, "Dad, just bear with it. Your brothers are brewing medicine for you. The pain will go away after you drink it."
Seeing that Zhou Laoda's head was covered in sweat, Xingxing took out a handkerchief to wipe his sweat. "After the medicine is applied, the wound will stop bleeding. Don't be afraid, Dad. It will get better soon. Let me wipe it for you again."
"Okay, Daddy can handle it. Xingxing is such a good girl. Daddy doesn't hurt as much anymore." Old Zhou weakly tugged at the corner of his lips.
Xingxing noticed that his lips were dry, cracked, and pale, so she quickly grabbed a bowl from the table next to him and said, "Dad, have some water."
At this moment, Zhao Guihua brought in the external medicine. Seeing how small Xingxing was, yet so carefully taking care of the person in bed, a warm current instantly flowed through her heart, making her feel incredibly soft. How could this girl not be loved? She was so sensible.
"Xingxing, go eat quickly, Mom will change your father's dressing."
Xingxing looked around and realized there was nothing she could do to help, so she obediently went out to eat.
Zhao Guihua used salt water to wash Zhou Laoda's wounds, her hands moving constantly while she talked.
“This is water that has been boiled, cooled, and then salted. It was all instructed by our daughter. This child is a real gem. Our family is so lucky to have found such a wonderful daughter. If it weren’t for her, I wouldn’t know what to do if you were injured like this.”
"I'm sorry to have worried you. Luckily, I have my daughter. She saved my life," Zhou Laoda replied in a low voice.
"That's right. How come that child is so intelligent? It seems like any difficulty can be resolved with her around. Our family is really lucky to have such a golden girl."
After sighing, Zhao Guihua said seriously, "We must not let Zhou Laosan and Zhou Laosi know about this, otherwise they will definitely cause trouble."
Standing outside the door, not having gone far, Xingxing touched her rosy little face and thought: So that's how amazing she is in her parents' eyes. Xingxing is indeed very capable.
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