After Shen Ruoyan discovered that Lu Yan had psychological problems, she knew that she couldn't go on like this.
The next day, Doctor Xu came into the mansion to examine Lu Yan.
All the servants in the yard were cleared out, and Qiu Ye was guarding the gate to prevent any ignorant people from suddenly breaking in and affecting Shen Ruoyan's actions.
The fact that Doctor Xu treated Lu Yan was still kept a secret, even Lu Changchuan didn't know about it.
"Ma'am, can you please excuse me?"
Doctor Xu would come to Lu Yan's house regularly to cleanse the toxins from his body. However, he also said that this was a process that required extreme patience and could not be rushed, and even if he did, it would be useless.
"Doctor Xu, please speak frankly."
There were no outsiders here, and Lu Yan was in the inner room, so what they said couldn't be heard.
The wind rustled through the leaves, making a rustling sound. It seemed to pass through Shen Ruoyan's heart, stirring up her anxiety and restlessness.
Doctor Xu sighed and said, "Madam, I have said before that this matter cannot be rushed. Today, I see that the poison in the prince is slowly being eliminated, but it will still take time."
This is like peeling a cocoon and pulling out the silk, there is no way to do it overnight. He knew that Shen Ruoyan, as a mother, must be anxious. That is her son, her only child, how could she not worry?
But, he still said that there is no need to be impatient.
You can't eat hot tofu in a hurry. Clearing toxins is one thing, but recovering completely is another.
Fortunately, Lu Yan was young, and although there were toxins in his body, he could recover slowly and eventually. If he were older, even he wouldn't be able to guarantee it.
Shen Ruoyan knew that what Doctor Xu said was right. Lu Yan's illness was not something that happened overnight, and she had known it for a long time.
But the reason she asked Doctor Xu to come today was not because she was anxious, but because she had something to ask for.
"Doctor Xu, I know Yan'er's condition can't be cured in an emergency. However, he is very unsure of himself and feels hopeless. I asked you to come here this time because I hope Doctor Xu can help me and give him hope."
"Build hope?" It was the first time that Doctor Xu heard such a request, and he was a little confused.
But then Shen Ruoyan slowly spoke: "Yan'er feels that he can no longer be cured, so he is so pessimistic. If Doctor Xu tells him that he can return to normal in just three years, then he will have hope for the future."
When Doctor Xu heard this, he was shocked.
If Lu Yan is unable to return to normal after three years, wouldn’t he be even more disappointed then!
No, I’m afraid that by that time, it will be truly hopeless!
He told Shen Ruoyan about his concerns, hoping that she would consider it carefully. But Shen Ruoyan had already expected him to think so, so she smiled and said, "Doctor Xu has misunderstood. Three years is just what I said casually. How long it will really take, you still have to ask Doctor Xu to make a final decision."
The future without a deadline is out of reach.
When the emperor was still a prince, he was also confused about the future.
Compared to other princes, his mother wasn't of noble birth, his eloquence wasn't smooth, and he wasn't favored by the late emperor. So, while he'd considered the position, he'd never dared to fight for it.
He knew that he was not qualified.
Even after he became her adopted son, she did not raise his status in her heart. She still felt that he was the neglected prince.
So she planned a beautiful future for him, telling him, "Within a year, you will become the late emperor's proud son. In two years, you will gain the recognition of all civil and military officials. In another year, you will be able to stand on your own and truly forge your own path to succession!"
The emperor believed it, so he became the emperor.
Because he has hope in his heart again and has confidence in himself, he will give his all in every step he takes.
The future that Shen Ruoyan described to him gradually became clear before him, step by step, allowing him to be more determined in his goals - this was also what Lu Yan needed now.
If a person is unwilling to believe in himself, no matter how much others do, it will be in vain.
Lu Yan is now trapped in the cage he drew for himself. What Shen Ruoyan needs to do is to open the door, let the sunshine outside in, and dispel the haze in his heart!
"I understand."
Doctor Xu went in again and took Lu Yan's pulse. This time, Shen Ruoyan did not follow, because what Doctor Xu said next was the most important.
Her appearance only made Lu Yan doubt the authenticity of these words.
So, she couldn't go in.
The most torturous thing is waiting. It's that agonizing feeling that makes you feel lost and panicky, yet you know you absolutely can't rush at this time, or else you'll fail!
Shen Ruoyan sat there quietly, drinking her tea slowly. Even her personal maid Chun Xi couldn't tell her emotions at this moment.
She looked so calm and composed, as if she didn't care at all whether Lu Yan would believe what Doctor Xu said.
It makes people feel that even if Lu Yan did not believe what Doctor Xu said, she would definitely have a way to solve it.
Yes, this is the mistress of the Marquis’ Mansion, who can always make people feel at ease.
"Madam, goodbye." Doctor Xu bowed to Chen Ruoyan. When he looked up, their eyes met, and everything was said without words.
Shen Ruoyan said, "Chun Xi, go and see Doctor Xu off."
This was to send people away, Chun Xi knew in her heart, after leaving, she did not return immediately. Instead, she found Qiu Ye and stayed outside with her.
"Yan'er, what did Doctor Xu say?" After Lu Yan came out, Shen Ruoyan asked anxiously.
He thought of what Doctor Xu had said, and it felt as if a warm current flowed through his heart, making his cold limbs feel strong again.
However, Lu Yan did not tell the truth.
"Doctor Xu said that everything should remain as it was."
After Lu Yan finished writing this, he didn't say anything more. However, he subconsciously avoided Shen Ruoyan's gaze and didn't dare to look her in the eye.
Doctor Xu said that it would only take six years for all the toxins in his body to be eliminated, and after finding the right medicine, he would be able to speak again and become a normal person.
Moreover, there is news about the medicinal ingredients. Doctor Xu has already sent people to look for them. I believe they will be found!
However, Lu Yan didn't want to tell Shen Ruoyan.
Because Doctor Xu did not say anything final, hope ignited in his heart, and he knew what that feeling was like.
If he fails, he will be very sad.
He didn't want to make his mother sad.
So Lu Yan didn't tell Shen Ruoyan because he hoped she wouldn't have expectations and be hit by disappointment in the end. It was enough for him to bear such pain alone.
If what Dr. Xu said is true, then it will not be too late for his mother to be happy after he recovers.
If... then his mother wouldn't have to be as sad as he is.
Shen Ruoyan saw the confusion on his face and couldn't help but sigh in her heart, could it be that God saw that she was deceived too miserably in her previous life, so he sent her such a heartwarming baby in this life?
It is true that misfortune often leads to blessing, and blessing often leads to misfortune...
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