Doctor Chen, who is nearly sixty years old, is in good health.
He strode into the backyard of the governor's mansion and watched a row of maids being beaten with sticks, and his beard trembled.
He has seen a lot of secrets in the inner chambers of wealthy families over the years.
It's just a spanking, no big deal.
"Doctor Chen, this way please."
The external steward Zhang Gui invited Doctor Chen into the bedroom.
"Greetings, Lord Governor."
Doctor Chen was surprised to see Lord Gu there. The maids and servants outside were obviously at the hands of Lord Gu.
"Doctor Chen, you're welcome. Please treat my daughter. She's been ill for six months and hasn't gotten any better. Instead, her condition has only gotten worse."
Doctor Chen put down the medicine box, looked at Gu Jiu, and immediately frowned.
How did he become like this? His face is pale, he is so thin, and he looks sick and haggard. Which quack doctor treated him?
Gu Jiu smiled secretly. She had a good first impression of Dr. Chen.
Doctor Chen said expressionlessly, "Second Miss, please extend your hand."
Gu Jiu coughed twice and stretched out his right arm, "Thank you, Doctor Chen."
Doctor Chen frowned and said, "The little girl is weak, so please don't talk to save your energy."
Gu Jiu pursed his lips and smiled secretly.
Then, Doctor Chen placed his fingers on Gu Jiu's right wrist to take his pulse.
I saw that he frowned slightly, the muscles on both sides of his cheeks twitched, and even his beard twitched a few times.
After he finished taking her pulse, Xie was the first to ask, "Doctor Chen, how is my second daughter's condition?"
Doctor Chen said, "Let me see the previous prescription."
"Quickly take the prescription to Doctor Chen."
Qingmei got up from the ground and found the prescription in the drawer of the shelf. "Please take a look, doctor."
Doctor Chen took the prescription and took a look at it, his beard shaking even more violently, quack, idiot!
Of course, he couldn't curse Doctor Xu in front of Lord Gu.
Doctor Chen has suffered so much and has learned the truth about saying less and making fewer mistakes.
He pondered for a moment and said, "This prescription is no longer suitable for the Second Miss's current condition. She is young and weak, so she needs to be treated slowly with mild medicine. I will prescribe a new prescription. Please take it three times a day with meals. I will come back for a follow-up consultation in three days."
"So, my second daughter's health is okay?" asked Mrs. Xie.
Doctor Chen looked at Gu Jiu.
There were still tears in Gu Jiu's eyes. She leaned tiredly against the head of the bed, and her thin little face looked very pitiful.
Doctor Chen felt a surge of sympathy, thinking it would only offend someone. He said loudly, "Madam, you've misunderstood. The Second Young Lady is frail, and the original prescription contained several strong herbs that she clearly couldn't handle. Furthermore, the herbs used previously were inappropriate, and long-term use could put her life in danger."
"Girl, please don't be in any danger. Doctor, please save my girl."
Qingmei burst into tears.
Gu Jiu gave Qingmei a thumbs up in his heart, good girl, she cried at the right time.
Mrs. Xie's face darkened, and she said sternly, "A few lowly servants, for a little selfish gain, have caused our second daughter so much suffering. Just a few lashes of the board is too easy for them. Doctor Chen, please be sure to cure our second daughter. If you need any precious herbs, please write them on the prescription."
"Madam, don't worry. I will do my best to cure the second young lady's illness."
It was only then that Master Gu spoke, "Doctor Chen, please prescribe the medicine."
Qingmei served as the writing material, and Doctor Chen picked up his pen to write down the prescription and showed it to Lord Gu first.
Lord Gu also often reads medical books. Although he cannot be a doctor, he has no problem reading prescriptions.
The prescription prescribed by Doctor Chen is mild, peaceful and good.
Lord Gu handed the prescription to his steward, Gu Quan, and said, "Tell someone to prepare the medicine, and use the best herbs. If anyone dares to be stingy with the herbs for young ladies and young masters in the future, I will execute their entire family."
"yes!"
Then, Lord Gu said, "Zhang Gui, take Doctor Chen down with you and treat him well. Don't neglect him."
"yes!"
"Doctor Chen, this way please."
Doctor Chen was tactful and followed Zhang Gui out of the bedroom.
Lord Gu looked around, his eyes sweeping over everyone's face. Everyone he glanced at, without exception, lowered their heads.
It’s not everyone’s fault. It’s just that Lord Gu’s gaze is too sharp, which makes people feel scared.
Lord Gu spoke word by word, "If I ever hear anyone mention even one word about what happened today, Taohong will be your fate. Do you understand?"
"clear!"
"The Second Miss is my legitimate daughter. If anyone dares to tarnish her reputation outside, I will kill him. Do you understand?"
All the servants shuddered and said in unison, "Understood."
Gu Jiu's suicide attempt and the alarm of his elders were not a good reputation after all. If it got out, it would damage his reputation.
Lord Gu was thoughtful and shut everyone up in advance.
Gu Jiu was touched, "My daughter is unfilial and makes her father worry."
Master Gu raised his hand to stop Gu Jiu from standing up, "You should take good care of yourself. When you recover, clean up this courtyard and ask Madam to find a few new people for you."
"My daughter obeys."
Lord Gu stood up and stared at Gu Ting, "Come and see your sister more often when you have time, don't hang around outside all day."
Gu Ting felt guilty and whispered, "My son knows."
Lord Gu snorted and left with a flick of his sleeves.
The servant followed behind and left together. In a blink of an eye, the bedroom was half empty.
Xie glared at Gu Jiu. She was very angry and wanted to scold Gu Jiu, but then she thought it was not the right time.
Finally, Xie said expressionlessly, "Second girl, take good care of yourself. If you need anything, send someone to the upper room to let me know."
"Thank you, ma'am. Farewell, ma'am!"
Xie snorted inwardly and left Zhilan Courtyard with her maids and servants.
Everyone left and the bedroom became empty.
Gu Jiu collapsed onto the bed, exhausted. This early morning routine felt like a battle. She hadn't had a drop of water since getting up, and now her mouth was dry and she felt weak all over.
Qingmei was frightened, "Girl, what's wrong with you?"
"Sister!" Gu Ting was anxious and was about to run out to find Doctor Chen.
Gu Jiu hurriedly called out to Gu Ting, "Brother, don't go. I'm fine. I'm just too tired. I just need to rest for a while."
"Sister, are you really okay?"
Gu Jiu stretched out her hand and asked Qingmei to help her sit up.
"I'm fine, don't worry, brother. Qingmei, pour me a glass of water. If you have anything to eat, bring some over."
Qingmei was happy. The girl wanted to eat, which proved that her health was getting better.
"Wait a moment, young lady. I'll go see if there's anything to eat."
Gu Ting replaced Qingmei and supported Gu Jiu.
"Sister, are you really okay?"
Gu Jiu leaned against the headboard, looking lazy, "I'm really fine."
Gu Ting blamed himself, "It's all my fault for not visiting my sister more often. I should have exposed that bitch Taohong earlier."
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "Brother, you don't have to do this. You have done very well."
Gu Ting looked at Gu Jiu, "Sister, you are different now."
"What's the difference?"
"You laugh more and are bolder than before, and you're not afraid of anything."
Gu Jiu lowered his eyebrows and said meaningfully, "From birth to death, from death to life, after going through so many things, anyone who is not a fool must learn to change. Brother, we all have to change."
Gu Ting laughed out loud, "My sister has become very good. I like the way she is now."
Gu Ting didn’t take to heart what Gu Jiu said: “We all have to change.”
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