Chapter 92 Help Me Up
Chapter 92
Lu Songli wanted to keep this batch of medicinal herbs, but he also knew that this batch of medicinal herbs was not cheap, so it was impossible to accept them directly.
She quietly found her sister-in-law and mentioned the herbs sent by the Tian family, "Sister-in-law, our uncle and our eldest brother must have spent a lot of money on buying these herbs this time, right?"
Tian didn’t know how to answer, so she could only vaguely reply with two words: “It’s okay.”
Tian knew that her father had sent this cartload of herbs and local specialties to her husband's family for her. Her mother had told her that almost all the profits from her father and her eldest brother's trip were in this cartload of herbs. She felt uneasy, wondering what her sister-in-law meant by bringing this up.
Seeing her uneasy expression, Lu Songli simply laid it all out, "Sister-in-law, don't overthink it. The herbs my uncle brought this time are very good and will be of great use to me. I want to keep them. But what my mother said just now is also true. The Lu and Tian families are relatives. There are some things that we should tolerate and understand each other, and there's no need to hold grudges. So I want to buy these herbs with silver."
In fact, she could have simply estimated the price and put the banknote in the gift when her family returned the gift to the Tian family. She had also gained a general understanding of the quality and price of medicinal herbs during this period, and could have roughly estimated the value of this batch of herbs. But wasn't she afraid that Uncle Tian would think too much?
Hearing these words, Tian's eyes moistened. She and her husband had indeed acted inappropriately on this matter. Her father's return had made her even more panicked. She was afraid that her husband's family would have opinions and estrangements towards her. From the moment she returned from her parents' home until now, she had been feeling very uneasy. Now, her sister-in-law's words of comfort touched her heart.
She sniffed and said, "Little sister, since my father sent you those herbs, they will be useful to you, so please accept them."
Lu Songli was helpless and said patiently, "Sister-in-law, even brothers should settle accounts clearly. Only when relatives interact with each other can they get along long-term."
In the end, Tian gave Lu Songli a price.
After Tian gave the price, she didn't know if she was doing the right thing. Finally, she gave up and thought, since she wasn't smart anyway, she'd just listen to her sister-in-law. Her father and husband both said that her sister-in-law had become very smart. Most importantly, she could tell that her sister-in-law had said something sincere and without any malice or selfishness. She could also tell that her sister-in-law loved her son Xiaoxiao very much. So, she'd just do as she said.
The main reason Lu Songli had taken the trouble to resolve this knot today was because she already had enough enemies outside. Family and relatives might have their own little issues, but they weren't a big deal. She could fight them to the bitter end outside, but at home, she wanted to relax and not worry too much, otherwise it would be too tiring.
On Tian Qinglai's side, Tian found him and told him about her sister-in-law Lu Songli's idea, and also brought some silver bills.
Tian Qinglai took a look and discovered that the other party had added 20% to the selling price of the medicinal herbs. He knew that Lu Songli now had influence within the Lu family and was no longer just an ordinary young lady. Since she had said that to her daughter, it meant that the Lu family really didn't care about his previous concerns and that he had overthought them.
He couldn't help but sigh at the generosity of the Lu family. The Lu family was really an excellent family of relatives.
In the end, he did not collect all the silver notes, but both sides took a step back and the Tian family only collected the cost price.
Mikan Palace
Coincidentally, during Lu Desheng's illness, Emperor Kang Cheng also fell ill and missed a day of court.
Seeing that the emperor was recuperating from illness but tossing and turning and unable to sleep, Wei Zili thought for a moment and then told him that Lu Desheng was also ill.
He learned about the Lu family's invitation of an imperial physician this morning, and after asking a few questions, he learned that Lu Desheng was ill. The emperor was very ill at the time, so he didn't ask too much and just asked his apprentice to follow up on the subsequent news.
Emperor Kang Cheng, who had been feeling a bit lethargic, perked up a bit when he heard that Lü Desheng was also ill. At the same time, he couldn't help but feel a sense of sympathy for the other's suffering.
"What happened to Lord Lu? Have you called the imperial physician?"
Wei Zili replied, "I heard he's been overworked lately, and he's been getting really angry, and then he accidentally caught a cold, which triggered the illness all at once."
Emperor Kang Cheng laughed when he heard this, "I didn't expect that Lu Desheng has such a bad temper." Is it okay to make yourself sick with anger?
Emperor Kangcheng remembered that his beloved minister, Lu, had been quite active recently, like a proud and arrogant rooster, its sharp beak pecking at whoever it caught, helping him solve many problems. After being active for a while, wasn't he so listless now?
Wei Zili thought to himself, Your Majesty, aren't you the one who knows best whether Lord Lu has a bad temper or not?
"Help me up."
Emperor Kang Cheng, who had just been secretly lamenting his old age and frailty, felt that he was fine again. Lü Desheng was ten years younger than him, and he was also sick. It can be seen that illness is common in this winter.
Wei Zili saw that the emperor had become more energetic, and he became even more excited when he mentioned Lü Desheng. "Your Majesty, I heard that when Lord Lü was at his most serious condition, he was unable to speak for a while. It is said that when Lord Lü discovered this, his face turned pale with fear."
Emperor Kang Cheng laughed heartily upon hearing this. It was true that sick patients were pale, a pale white, an exaggeration. But Emperor Kang Cheng thought he understood Lü Desheng's fear upon discovering he couldn't speak. He was an imperial censor, and without a voice, he was like a weapon. Wouldn't he be at the mercy of others in the court?
"Send someone to the Lu Mansion to see if he's feeling better. Tell him he can't be this way. How can his health be worse than mine? Also, bring some herbs from the palace to the Lu family. Medicinal herbs from outside aren't as good as the tribute herbs. Also, get him a golden elixir."
With so much grace, Wei Zili decided to send his most capable disciple on a trip.
Emperor Kangcheng had originally wanted to give him a copy of the Diamond Sutra, asking him to cultivate his character and temper, as he had such a strong temper. But then he thought, if Lü Desheng truly succeeded in cultivating his character, who would he employ? He put the idea aside.
"Your servant obeys your order." Upon hearing these rewards, Wei Zili didn't even blink. That was Lü Desheng's skill. Those serving the emperor only wanted to keep him happy. They would mention anyone who pleased him, so their lives would be easier. They rarely mentioned those who easily angered the emperor, as that would only bring them trouble.
"By the way, when you send someone to see Lu Desheng, let him lie down and recuperate, and there is no need to bother him." Emperor Kang Cheng casually gave another favor.
What I mean is, don't let Lord Lu stand up and salute. Got it?
When the person sent came back and reported that Lu Desheng's condition had improved, Emperor Kang Cheng whispered to Wei Zili in private that they were really destined to be together as the emperor and his subject, as they even fell ill together.
Wei Zili felt numb. Lord Lu was so lucky that he even fell ill at the same time as the emperor, and thus was remembered by the emperor.
Lu Desheng looked at the elixir given by the emperor, feeling a little dazed. The emperor was good in every way except that he loved to share the elixir with him too much.
My daughter said that this thing cannot be eaten.
Lu Desheng's voice came back a little, muttering.
"Dad, you should be thankful that the emperor didn't ask you to eat the golden elixir in front of an angel."
Upon hearing this, Lu Desheng was horrified. The emperor asked him to eat the golden elixir in front of him at this time. Did he want to take him away in one fell swoop?
"Daughter, stop talking. This is too scary."
Lu Songli said, "Okay."
"Dissolve this pill quietly." Lu Desheng tried hard to express his meaning to his wife.
Jiang nodded and gave him a reassuring look.
The pill that was previously given together with the golden medal of immunity from death had long been disposed of.
It wasn't long before everyone in Chang'an knew that Lü Desheng was ill and that Emperor Kang Cheng had sent someone to visit him. They knew that in addition to sending someone to visit Lü Desheng, Emperor Kang Cheng had also gifted him some fine medicinal herbs and granted him the right to express his gratitude without having to stand up...
At that time, Tian Qinglai and his son had not left yet. Tian Qinglai saw it with his own eyes and couldn't help but sigh in his heart that his in-laws were truly favored by the emperor.
Lu Desheng's illness even required the imperial physician to see him, so he couldn't take a day off.
So, upon hearing this, the ministers silently cursed, "Isn't this guy Lu Desheng a reincarnated sycophant?" Then, they couldn't help but grumble, "What kind of rotten luck does this guy have? He even fell ill at the same time as the emperor. So, he must be lavishly pampered by him." Some wives even tried to recall which temple Mrs. Lu, Jiang, had worshipped years ago to achieve such good fortune. Oh, it seemed to be the Laojun Temple. Hmm, they'll go there this year too. From now on, their family will convert to this temple!
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