Chapter 184 Mistaking a Treasure for Trash
"Well, Physician Liu?" Ye Wanning's voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable authority. "Are there any errors in my medical records and medical texts?"
Liu Cheng put down the medical record book, his lips moved, but he couldn't utter a single word of rebuttal. His attendant behind him wanted to speak up, but was stopped by a look from Liu Cheng. Any further arguing would only bring shame to the Imperial Hospital.
Just then, Pei Zhi's voice came from the doorway: "Imperial Physician Liu has been examining for so long, he must have figured out my wife's medical skills, right?"
As everyone was wondering, Pei Zhi walked in with a smile, stopped next to Ye Wanning, and even moved closer to her.
Liu Cheng's expression darkened further upon seeing Pei Zhi. Pei Zhi was the emperor's most trusted prime minister; if he truly offended him, he would have no good days left in the Imperial Hospital.
"Lord Pei is too kind," Liu Cheng said, forcing a smile, and turned to Ye Wanning, bowing respectfully. "Madam Ye is decisive and wise; it is I who have been rigidly adhering to conventions."
I apologize for mistaking a treasure for worthless trash.
"Just an apology?" Pei Zhi raised an eyebrow, his tone displeased and tinged with provocation: "As a member of the Imperial Medical Academy, Physician Liu..."
Making rash judgments without evidence, slandering folk medicine, and even banning medical texts—if word gets out, people will think these are imperial physicians from the Imperial Medical Academy.
Are they all just gossipy bums with no real skills?
Liu Cheng's face turned a deep purplish-red, but he dared not refute, and could only lower his head and say, "I misspoke, I will report this to the Emperor."
To defend Madam Ye and the *Qing Nang Mi Yao*.
"That's more like it." Pei Zhi nodded in satisfaction, then turned to look at Ye Wanning with gentle eyes. "Are you tired? Do you want to rest for a while?"
Ye Wanning shook her head and looked at Liu Cheng: "Since Imperial Physician Liu knows he was wrong, he should understand that there is no distinction between high and low medical skills, or between folk doctors and the Imperial Hospital. Good medical skills are those that can cure diseases."
"Madam Ye is right, I have learned my lesson." Liu Cheng dared not say any more and left with his entourage in a dejected manner.
Seeing Liu Cheng's disheveled figure, the patients applauded and praised Ye Wanning, saying, "Madam Ye is amazing! You even convinced the imperial physicians of the Imperial Hospital!"
"Now no one dares to question Madam Ye's medical skills!"
Ye Wanning smiled and turned to continue treating the old woman. Pei Zhi stood to the side, not disturbing her, but simply watching her quietly, his eyes filled with pride and tenderness.
After all the patients had left, only the two of them remained in the branch hospital. Chun Tao tidied up the medical records and left.
"I didn't expect Liu Cheng to pull something like this." Ye Wanning rubbed her temples. "It must have been at Liu Wenyan's behest."
“I knew about Liu Wenyan’s intentions a long time ago.” Pei Zhi walked to her side and handed her a glass of warm water. “But now it’s all good. After his commotion, your medical skills and medical books will only be more recognized.”
Ye Wanning took the water glass, her fingertips accidentally touching his hand. A warm touch came from her, and her ear tips turned slightly red. She quickly looked away and said, "Thank you again this time."
"What are you thanking me for?" Pei Zhi said with a smile. "It's because your medical skills are excellent. I was just telling the truth."
He looked at her flushed earlobes and felt a tickle in his heart. He couldn't resist teasing her: "What's wrong? Are you shy because I praised you?"
Ye Wanning's face turned even redder. She pretended to drink water and said, "No, I just think Liu Cheng went too far, slandering people without even asking what happened!"
Pei Zhi found himself increasingly fond of her flustered demeanor. He knew Ye Wanning hadn't fully opened up yet, but seeing her so easily embarrassed always made him happier.
I felt especially happy.
"If anyone dares to treat you like that again, I'll stand up for you!" Pei Zhi's voice turned stern.
"Whether it's the imperial physicians from the Imperial Hospital or some powerful figure, if they dare to bully you, I won't let them get away with it!"
Ye Wanning looked up at him. His eyes were deep and firm, full of doting affection and protectiveness.
Ye Wanning felt a warm feeling in her heart, as if a warm current was flowing through her.
Her heart seemed to skip a beat. She quickly steadied herself, looked away, and whispered, "Don't worry about me all the time. I can handle it myself!"
Pei Zhi looked at her and said, "I know you can handle it, but I'm your husband, and it's only right that I protect you."
Besides, I'd be more than happy to stand up for you!
Ye Wanning felt a bittersweet feeling; she knew Pei Zhi's kindness towards her was genuine.
But the shadows of her past life always made her hesitant to accept it easily.
She had no choice but to lower her head and pretend to tidy up the medical books on the table to hide her emotions: "It's getting late, I should go back!"
Pei Zhi said, "I'll take you!"
The two walked out of the branch campus side by side. The evening in Jiangnan was cool, and the evening breeze ruffled Ye Wanning's hair.
Pei Zhi subconsciously wanted to help her gather her hair, but halfway through his outstretched hand, he remembered her wariness and quietly withdrew it.
Ye Wanning noticed his outstretched hand and felt a pang of unease. She knew Pei Zhi meant well.
But I just can't get over that mental hurdle.
"By the way," Pei Zhi finally spoke, "Liu Cheng just said he wanted to report the situation to the Emperor and rectify the medical classics."
This is a good thing for you too.
"Perhaps the Emperor will issue an edict to include the 'Qing Nang Mi Yao' in the Imperial Medical Academy's collection and distribute it to imperial physicians throughout the country."
Ye Wanning's eyes lit up: "Really? That would be wonderful if more people could benefit from it!"
“It should be fine.” Pei Zhi smiled. “Your medical classic is indeed valuable.”
But this also means that more people will be paying attention to you in the future, and you might get involved in more trouble.
"I'm not afraid," Ye Wanning said firmly. "As long as I can pass on my mother's medical skills and help more people..."
I'm not afraid of any trouble, no matter how big!
Looking into her determined eyes, Pei Zhi was filled with admiration: "Okay, no matter what trouble we encounter, I'll be there for you."
The two arrived at the inn's entrance, and Pei Zhi stopped. Ye Wanning said, "Let's stop here, thank you."
"You're too kind." Pei Zhi looked at her. "Go to sleep early, don't tire yourself out."
Ye Wanning nodded and turned to walk into the inn. She didn't look back, but she knew Pei Zhi's gaze was fixed on her back.
Until she went into the room and closed the door.
She leaned against the door, her heart still pounding. She knew that her feelings for Pei Zhi were growing stronger.
But the trauma from her past life acted as a barrier, preventing her from getting close.
Meanwhile, Liu Cheng returned to the inn, furious, and smashed a cup: "Damn it! I never expected Ye Wanning to be so difficult to deal with!"
There are so many case studies and testimonies!
The attendant cautiously asked, "Sir, what should we do now? Should we report the situation to the Emperor?"
Liu Cheng angrily replied, "Of course I want it!"
"Report my ass!" Liu Cheng roared. "If the Emperor finds out that I deliberately made things difficult for Ye Wanning and almost banned a precious medical book, I'll be in deep trouble!"
He paced back and forth restlessly: "No, we can't just let this go. As long as Ye Wanning isn't eliminated, my cousin's position in the Imperial Hospital will remain unstable. We have to find a way to ensure she can never recover!"
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