When it came to this, Granny Zhao had nothing more to say to comfort her.
Not only has Lady Hou made no mistakes lately, but she has also managed the outer courtyard perfectly.
All the stewards followed the orders of the Lady Hou.
The stewards and stewards had to go to Wutong Garden to report things every day, and over time, the Lady of the Marquis's prestige grew day by day.
No wonder Madam Gu was anxious.
They sealed off the courtyard, making it inconvenient to get information.
At first, some busybodies who happened to be passing by came over and chatted about all sorts of random things.
Later, the guards patrolled more frequently, and the head maids no longer went by the same route.
It was still Physician Liu who saw patients every day, and he would inquire about bits and pieces of information from the servants who accompanied him.
In Zhao Mama's opinion, after the establishment of the household, the management of the household will likely be...
"Madam, think positively. Pepper can make a fortune. With money, life won't be bad."
Speaking of this...
Madam Gu's face finally looked a little better.
Granny Zhao tentatively said, "Then this old servant will invite Doctor Li over to take a look at the young lady. Doctor Li also wants to prescribe medicine for Aunt Huang, saying that he is afraid that before Qin-jie is well, the master will fall ill first."
Madam Gu was somewhat surprised and said, "This is much more appropriate than what Physician Liu did."
“That’s right,” Zhao Mama complained. “Doctor Liu is cold and aloof, acting like he’s above everyone else. But Doctor Li, probably because he’s been practicing medicine for years, is tough, but he’s very kind to his patients.”
Madam Gu said, "Then go and invite them here."
When Granny Zhao went to the side room again, Doctor Li had already finished examining everyone and written the prescriptions. They were just waiting to be picked up together. The steward was at the small door to have the pharmacy prepare and deliver the medicine.
The two servants, the medicine boy and the young apprentice, sat quietly to one side and waited. When they saw her come in, they both stood up.
With a beaming smile, Granny Zhao approached and said, "Doctor Li, our lady invites you in to examine the young lady."
Doctor Li nodded and said, "Alright, let's go."
As he spoke, he led his men and followed Granny Zhao into the main room.
When Qin Yuan stepped in again, she noticed that Madam Gu had lowered her guard considerably, and she nodded to herself in approval.
It must be said that Xiao Dong is very intelligent.
With a few words, Li Langzhong's prestige was elevated.
If it were Li Langzhong himself, he would never have been able to do it.
Madam Gu said with a forced smile, "Please ask Physician Li to go to the inner room and examine the young lady."
Doctor Li said, "Lead the way."
Madam Gu and Granny Zhao led them to the inner room, where incense burners were lit outside, burning incense prepared by Qin Yuan. The group spent some time outside inhaling the fragrance before going in.
This was Qin Yuan's first time stepping into the Sixth Madam's courtyard, and she never expected to even enter the inner room.
The Sixth Madam's courtyard was about the same size as the Wutong Garden, but it didn't have as many twists and turns and scenic views as the Wutong Garden. Instead, it was a series of courtyards nested within courtyards.
It seems that the women living in the courtyard are all aunts who have given birth.
The main house where the Sixth Madam lived was decorated in a very luxurious and beautiful style.
Upon seeing the jeweled curtains hanging in the inner room, the eight-treasure gold-embroidered curtains on the canopy bed, the ivory-threaded mats, and a complete set of black lacquered camphor wood furniture inlaid with lotus jade... she knew that the Sixth Madam must be a spendthrift in secret.
The expenses for Sixth Master's gardening, redeeming women, and boating on the lake to form societies are all public knowledge, but the expenses for Sixth Madam are hard to say.
Qin Yuan lowered her eyes, no longer looking around, and followed Doctor Li to look at the bed.
Lying on the bed was a small girl, so thin that her chin was so sharp it could kill someone. She was breathing weakly, though she was better off than Aunt Huang's daughter, but not much better off.
Qin Yuan sighed.
Who knew that Physician Liu would suddenly appear halfway through the journey?
These two children wouldn't have had to suffer like this, and there wouldn't be so many sick people in the manor.
Despite its small population, the Dingbei Marquis's residence was fraught with crises and teeming with danger.
Even in his previous life, the Marquis's mansion had never experienced anything like this.
We'll have to be more careful in the future.
Doctor Li reached out and took the little girl's pulse. After a long while, he said, "This child is severely depleted. Although she's not as fussy as the previous child, her internal organs are all weak and she also has inflammation..."
Before she could finish speaking, large tears streamed down Madam Gu's face, making her look even more haggard.
Doctor Li paused for a moment, then said, "Fortunately, you met me, but..."
"Just what?"
"I asked anxiously."
Doctor Li said, "You must promise not to do anything reckless again and strictly follow my instructions."
Madam Gu choked back tears and said, "Alright."
Doctor Li said, "First, take off the child's outer clothes. I need to give her a few acupuncture needles to help her regain her strength. After she takes a nap and drinks some medicine, she may cry when she has more energy, but don't panic. This is a good thing. I will come back tomorrow to give her a few more acupuncture needles."
Hearing his explanation clearly, Granny Zhao quickly stepped forward, took off the little girl's outer garment, leaving her only in her gauze dress.
He was still young and not yet old enough to talk about the proper separation of men and women. Doctor Li took out his needles, calculated the time with his fingers, and slowly inserted them.
Qin Yuan and Xiao Dong stared intently at it.
The acupuncture technique used by Dr. Li is a family heirloom, which is very difficult to learn. The selection of acupoints must be calculated based on the patient's condition and the Heavenly Stems, Earthly Branches, and time of day. Only by working hard and practicing thousands of times can one master it.
In her previous life, Qin Yuan carefully studied the medical books he left behind, but ultimately still fell short of her goal.
She silently calculated in her mind that the acupuncture points that Doctor Li wanted to needle were all accurate, only the force and method of needle insertion were slightly different from what she had expected.
Qin Yuan memorized everything and verified it against her own calculations.
Doctor Li didn't insert many needles, but he was covered in sweat.
Xiao Dong stepped forward and handed him a towel to wipe his sweat.
Doctor Li took the needle, wiped his sweat, and waited a moment before removing it. He said, "Alright, I'll write the prescription later. Just do as I say."
He paused, then added, "Sixth Madam also needs to be examined. Your liver qi is severely stagnant. If it is not addressed soon, it will become a chronic illness and may be difficult to cure."
These days, Madam Gu has been suffering terribly, unable to sleep or eat, and filled with unspeakable worries. She has gradually developed palpitations, but she never expected that the illness would originate from her liver.
Granny Zhao hurriedly said, "Then please ask Physician Li to examine Madam as soon as possible. Madam has lost a lot of weight these days."
Doctor Li said, "Let's go outside and look at it."
The group left the inner room and went to the outer room. Doctor Li took Madam Gu's pulse, wrote a prescription, and then said, "You worry too much and are too competitive, which inevitably makes you feel uncomfortable. If you don't let this anger out and it gets stuck in your heart, it may affect your lifespan. But if you let it out, others may not be able to bear it. Madam, it would be best to cultivate your character more often."
These words convinced Granny Zhao completely.
Madam Gu's expression was somewhat unpleasant, but she remained silent.
Granny Zhao asked, "How should one cultivate one's character and temperament?"
"Travel around, compose poems and paint, raise flowers and play with birds, and if all else fails, you can recite Buddhist scriptures and cultivate Taoism."
Madam Gu was completely humiliated.
Emotions are what Master Gu likes most.
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