Chapter 49 Chapter 49 Take you to see a doctor
After the first snow fell, winter came to the capital.
Every day when I wake up, the eaves are covered with white snow. Last year was a cold winter, and this year is not warm either.
Fortunately, there was a charcoal brazier lit in the house, making it as warm as spring, so warm that people didn't even want to step out of the door.
Because of Xie Yi's health, the Third House's annual allotment of charcoal was higher. However, this year, after winter began, Xie Yi had been away frequently, often missing for entire days. This ultimately benefited Yun Wu. She had been reluctant to use charcoal at the Yun residence, but at the Duke's residence, she felt so hot that she sometimes had to remove her outer layer to stop sweating.
But no matter how warm it is inside the house, you have to go out.
The Yun family sent an invitation, saying it was Yun's father's birthday. Yun Wu had no choice but to dress up, bring birthday gifts, and go back to celebrate his birthday.
Chun'er took out a newly made white fox fur coat and draped it over her shoulders, with a tufted fur collar. The soft, snow-white fur set off her fair face, making it look as rosy as jade, and her cheeks were tinged with a healthy pink.
"Third Young Madam, you're going back to celebrate Master Yun's birthday. Why don't you tell Mr. San about it?"
Yun Wu glanced at the sky outside. It was snowing heavily today. She said casually, "No need. He's busy."
Xie Yi went out early in the morning, and Zhou Qing came to pick him up.
Yun Wu didn't know what important business he had, but even if it wasn't, she didn't really want Xie Yi to go. Yun Hui and Ye Huaiqing were also going today, and if Xie Yi went, both sides would be angry.
"I'll be back after dinner." Yun Wu said, "If he comes back early, tell the kitchen to serve him the stewed medicinal food and make sure he finishes it. Don't leave any leftovers."
The maid agreed.
Yun Wu got on the carriage holding the hand warmer, and the wheels rolled towards the Yun family.
She deliberately delayed before going out, so when she arrived it wasn't early. Before she even entered the door, she heard the laughter of Yun Hui and Madam Yun.
Seeing her coming, Father Yun only glanced at her hurriedly before continuing to question Ye Huaiqing: "...That day, the Second Prince praised you in public and treated you differently. What happened next?"
Ye Huaiqing shook his head. "The Second Prince invited me to the Plum Garden to enjoy the flowers today, but unfortunately, I'm here to celebrate my father-in-law's birthday, so I've already declined."
Father Yun immediately showed regret on his face: "Rejected... Oh, what a coincidence."
Ye Huaiqing picked up the teacup and took a sip, but smiled without saying a word, and there was no regret on his face.
Ever since Yun Wu entered the room, his mind had drifted towards Yun Wu, who had found a place to sit quietly.
Only after the conversation stopped did Yun Wu speak: "Dad."
Father Yun's expression was cold.
Last time, he called his eldest daughter back home and asked her to plead for him in front of Mr. Xie and help him move to a new position. Unexpectedly, Yun Wu rejected him without even a second thought.
Later, for some unknown reason, the minor mistakes he had made in the past were picked out by the censor and he was reprimanded by the emperor. There was no chance of promotion, and even his year-end evaluation might be affected.
Thinking about this, Yun's father couldn't help but vent his anger on Yun Wu. They were father and daughter, yet she refused to do even such a small favor. After getting married, she ignored her parents' family and brought nothing back, while she lived a luxurious life. Look at that fox fur coat she was wearing, not a single stray hair. I wonder how much silver it cost!
Yun Wu: "Today is Dad's birthday. Your daughter wishes him a long and healthy life."
As she spoke, she asked the maid to deliver the birthday gift.
The Duke's family was vast and powerful, and any little that slipped through their fingers was a treasure trove of goodies. Yun Wu's birthday gift was generous, at least it was acceptable in terms of appearance.
Father Yun's expression eased a little. He asked the person to accept the gift, exchanged a few pleasantries, and asked about her recent situation in a lukewarm manner.
Yun Hui looked from the white fox fur to the pearl hairpin and jade on Yun Wu's head. Not only was the fur precious, but even the gems on the jewelry were enormous. She then looked down at herself. Although she was also wearing brocade and fashionable jewelry, she didn't look as respectable as Yun Wu.
Yun Wu just married a sickly bastard, but she lived so well?
She deliberately said, "Big sister, why didn't Third Young Master Xie come with you today?"
"He's not feeling well." Yun Wu said coldly, "It's been cold lately, so it's inconvenient for him to come over. I asked him to stay at home."
Yun Hui asked with concern, "How is the Third Young Master? Is he seriously ill? I heard that there's a doctor named He at Huichun Hall in the capital who is highly skilled in medicine and has the ability to bring people back to health. I wonder if he can cure the Third Young Master's illness?"
Yun Wu looked at her and said, "Doctor He from Huichun Hall?"
Yun Hui: "Yeah..."
"Thank you, Master, for loving the Third Young Master so much that he has even hired a retired imperial physician to treat him. You don't have to worry about it." Ye Huaiqing suddenly spoke, interrupting his wife.
Yun Hui was interrupted by him and felt embarrassed. She said aggrievedly, "I'm just concerned about you, big sister. Your big brother-in-law has always been in poor health. If anything happens to him, big sister..."
"I met the Third Young Master not long ago." Ye Huaiqing said stiffly, "He looked fine."
Yun Hui clutched her handkerchief and looked at him unwillingly, but she couldn't refute him, so she could only keep silent.
How could her husband speak for others?
Madam Yun looked at the two of them, then at Yun Wu, and tried to smooth things over by saying, "Even though Xie Yiren didn't come, his kindness is enough. Your father doesn't mind it. By the way, Ah Wu, you may not know this yet, but Huai Qing has already passed the imperial examination and achieved the title of Liyuan!"
Yun Wu wanted to laugh when she heard this.
It's been so long since the Autumn Examination, who in the capital still doesn't know that the Ye family has produced a champion? He's deliberately showing off in front of her.
As expected, Yun Hui immediately perked up, a look of pride on her face. "I sent someone home to announce the good news earlier, but I forgot to tell you, big sister? My husband has always been talented, but there are so many talented candidates. It was not easy for him to pass the exam. I prayed for him every day, and finally I received the good news!"
"Congratulations, Mr. Ye." Yun Wu said lightly.
Yun Hui looked at him with a smile: "I wonder if my brother-in-law has studied hard? If he gets the chance, he should try. Maybe he'll pass the exam."
Yun Wu glanced at her and didn't respond.
Ye Huaiqing frowned and whispered, "That's enough."
Yun Hui pretended to be surprised, covered her lips and smiled, "Husband, this is a great joyous event. Big sister is also happy for you."
"This is indeed a happy event. It's the best news in recent times." Father Yun said happily, "Huaiqing, you must have a couple of drinks with me later. By the way, there's also the Spring Examination after that. Are you confident?"
Ye Huaiqing was brought back to the topic by him.
Yun's father loved this son-in-law so much that he wished he were his own son. He kept talking to him and even clinked glasses with him when the birthday banquet started. In comparison, his other eldest son-in-law, who was not present, was obviously not as popular with him.
Yun Wu didn't care.
She was past the point of trying to please others. Simply flattering them wouldn't improve her situation; it would only make the bad guys feel safer. She was more concerned about Doctor He from Huichun Hall, whom Yun Hui had mentioned. Doctor He was indeed a formidable doctor; Yun Wu had heard of him.
Although Xie Yi's health was being taken care of by Doctor Hua, and Doctor Hua also said that Xie Yi was now in good health and had not taken any medicine for some time, Yun Wu was still a little worried.
When she went to worship Buddha before, she drew a bad fortune. How could it be so easy to cure Xie Yi's old illness that he had brought from his mother's womb?
It’s not that Yun Wu doesn’t believe in Dr. Hua’s medical skills, but it wouldn’t hurt to find another doctor to see him.
She pretended to be preoccupied and ate her meal absentmindedly, and got up to leave shortly after lunch.
Father Yun finally gave her some attention: "So early? Ah Wu, it's rare for you to come back, why don't you stay a little longer?"
"No, Dad." Yun Wu made up an excuse: "My husband is at home, I'm worried about him, so I'll go back to see him early."
"Well, then..."
Before Father Yun could finish his words, a servant came running in and announced, "Master, Madam, thank you Third Young Master for coming to take the eldest young lady home." Yun Wu: "..."
Father Yun: “…” Isn’t the person sick?
Yun Wu lifted her skirt, lowered her head and walked quickly out the door, with her maid following behind her holding her fox fur coat.
Xie Yi was waiting at the door. Seeing Yun Wu hurriedly running towards him, he couldn't help but smile and opened his arms to take her into his arms. He opened his cloak and wrapped Yun Wu in it.
Just as he was about to say something, Yun Wu said hurriedly, "Hurry, hurry up."
Xie Yi was puzzled.
But he still let her pull him and got on the carriage.
As soon as everyone was seated, the carriage began to move. Xie Yi looked at the scenery outside the carriage as it receded: "Since I'm here, shouldn't I go in and say hello?"
Yun Wu stammered, lowered her head and didn't dare to look at him.
It’s not easy to say it directly, so I told everyone that you were too sick to get up.
Yun Wu asked vaguely, "Why are you here?"
"I came back from running errands and wanted to have lunch with you." Xie Yi said, "Only when I got home did I find out you'd gone back to your parents' home. Why didn't you tell me about your father's birthday?"
"There's nothing to come." Yun Wu asked back, "Have you had lunch yet?"
"No."
Yun Wu looked worried.
It was already past noon, and thinking that Xie Yi hadn't eaten since morning, she immediately lifted the carriage curtain and said to the driver, "Let's not go back home. Let's go to Shiweilou first."
The driver responded and turned at the next intersection.
Shiweilou is a famous restaurant in the capital, located on one of the busiest and most popular streets. As Yun Wu disembarked from the carriage, she noticed that not far away was Huichuntang, which Yun Hui had mentioned. Many patients were waiting outside.
Yun Wu had an idea and waved to Chun'er to come over and asked her to line up at the door first.
It was past dinner time, and there were only two or three customers in the restaurant. Xie Yi ordered some food and just sat down with a smile on her face when she said in a gentle voice, "After dinner, let's go to the clinic across the street."
Xie Yi: “…”
Xie Yi: "Where are you going?"
"Huichuntang," Yun Wu said, "I heard that Doctor He there is a very skilled doctor. He could give you a look."
"What are you going there for? Don't you have a doctor at home?" Xie Yi said calmly, "Doctor Hua was once the imperial physician and treated the late emperor. I have always been cared for by Doctor Hua and don't need any other doctor."
Yun Wu: "It's not far away. Since we're here, it won't hurt to go take a look."
Xie Yi: "No."
Yun Wu was confused: "Why not go?"
The two had been married for a long time, and Yun Wu was no longer as tactful and yielding as she once was when he gave her a cold face. She had known that he would give in to soft words and not be hard-pressed. Now, seeing his stubborn expression, she looked at him eagerly, gently placed her hand on the back of his hand, her almond-shaped eyes moist, "Husband, go."
Xie Yi: “…………”
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