Chapter 328 Chapter 328 Meeting the Princess
There is no need to say how much Qin Run loves Xu Yunfan. Everything he eats, wears and uses is exquisite. Since Qin Run had money, Xu Yunfan has never worn anything bad.
"Of course, clothes make the man, and what's more, our little darling is so handsome, the icing on the cake must be the best." In the eyes of the second master Qin, Xu Yunfan is his little darling, a teenager with a sweet mouth, a well-behaved personality, and the ability to take care of everyone's emotions. He is simply his dream grandson.
In the eyes of the two masters, this grandson-in-law is good in every way except for one thing.
No one could have imagined that a man would be so afraid of insects that he couldn't breathe and fainted.
Last time on the cement road in the Food City, Xu Yunfan saw a small "wooden stick" on the road. Qin An told him that it was a bug, but Xu Yunfan refused to believe it and insisted on verifying that he was not mistaken. As a result, when the small "wooden stick" twisted its body, it just happened to wrap around Xu Yunfan's index finger. Xu Yunfan was so scared that he fainted before he could even scream.
The cement road leading to the Food City is bustling with people every day. The news that Xu Yunfan fainted from the tapeworm spread throughout the official circle the next day. When the two Qin Lords attended the banquet, others inevitably had to confirm with them whether the story was true. The two were really embarrassed for a while.
Not only were the two lords embarrassed by the question, but the person involved, Xu Yunfan, felt even more ashamed. Every time he went to the Food City to pick up Qin Run, he would "hide" in the carriage and refuse to come out.
After changing his clothes, Xu Yunfan looked even more handsome.
The scholar's long sleeves and wide robe revealed a lean body, which made Xu Yunfan look even taller and longer-legged. His handsomeness exuded a sense of competence and elegance.
The two masters stared at him without blinking, and sighed, "Oh, our grandson-in-law is so handsome. Come here, dear, and show grandpa."
Xu Yunfan stood obediently in front of the two masters, allowing them to do whatever they wanted to him.
This pair of civil and military sleeves was carefully crafted, and the golden flowing cloud embroidery on it is unique, making it luxurious and exquisite.
Qin Run was mesmerized, until Xu Yunfan stood in front of him and asked if he looked good in this outfit. Qin Run raised the corner of his mouth and reached out to tidy up Xu Yunfan's slightly curled hair. "He looks good. My husband looks good in whatever he wears."
Xu Yunfan was happy to receive the compliment, "You are so sweet, but I love to hear it."
The grandson and his son-in-law had a good relationship, and the two masters were also happy. They just smiled and did not make any noise to disturb them.
"Did you remember what grandpa said? Zhali and the others are still thinking about cooperating with us and won't do anything to us, but the third prince of the Shang Dynasty is the grandson of the right prime minister. He will probably collude with the right prime minister and dislike us." Qin Run could endure being angry, but Xu Yunfan was different. He was not someone who could tolerate being angry.
The animal husbandry industry in Dongwu Kingdom is well developed, but due to limited conditions and the fact that people in ancient times did not pay as much attention to what diseases are caused by food as we do today, many people did not even have this awareness. Therefore, in Dongwu Kingdom, the probability of being infected with parasites is terrifyingly high.
As the second princess of Dongwu Kingdom, Demonno was entrusted with the important task of assisting her brother in governing the country. When she first arrived in Dayan Dynasty, her first task was to purchase a large amount of various medicinal materials through the Qi family's channels. She even neglected to take care of her most beloved youngest son who was detained in Ye Hou Mansion.
There are not many forests in Dongwu Kingdom, and many medicinal materials are not available. Every year, a large amount of herbs have to be purchased from Dayan Dynasty. The Qi family has cooperated with the Demong family for a long time. Demonno took a walk around the Qi family's herbal medicine shop and found that there were pumpkin seeds in the shop. He couldn't help but wonder.
Demonno recognized the pumpkin seeds. She asked Qi Xiufu, who had come to greet her, "Isn't this a pumpkin seed? How did it appear in the pharmacy? Could it be a medicinal ingredient?"
"Indeed." Qi Xiufu grabbed a pumpkin seed and said, "Second Princess, you know that this thing can also cure worm disease. We didn't know this at first, but later..."
Regarding Xu Yunfan, Qi Xiufu admired him but also found it unbelievable.
Establishing a village medical station was something they dared not even think about. For them, there was no such concept at all. However, Xu Yunfan had done it and had already tried it out in Yiping Prefecture.
The doctor at the village clinic was trained for him by Doctor Meng. The medicinal materials needed for the village clinic were sold by the Meng family at half price. The construction of the village clinic and the doctor's monthly salary were fully funded by the Xiao Qin family, the Qi family, the Lin family, the Xie family and others.
How many counties are under Yiping Prefecture, how many towns are under the counties, and how many villages are under the towns?
Xu Yunfan is currently unable to promote it nationwide, but the promotion in Yiping Prefecture alone is enough to shock the world.
Why did the people respond to Xu Yunfan’s donation of supplies to Beijin Prefecture’s snow disaster?
Why else?
Qi Yuanyang said that the snow disaster in Beijin Prefecture this year was unexpected. In previous years, tens of thousands of people would have frozen to death or starved to death. However, this year, all kinds of supplies such as medicines, clothing, and food were available and were sent to the disaster area as quickly as possible to minimize casualties. So far, the victims have been properly resettled, and after a month, the snow disaster in Beijin Prefecture has been brought under control.
In previous years, such a short period of time would have been unthinkable, and this year, the number of casualties is even more unbelievable.
According to statistics, all prefectures donated supplies, but Yiping Prefecture donated the most.
Why is this?
You don't have to think about it to know it.
Originally, in this era where information was transmitted far away by horses and nearby by shouting, it should have been impossible for Xu Yunfan to know about what he did.
But the bad thing is that Xu Yunfan has a group of loyal students serving as managers!
These managers come from all corners of the country and travel all over the country for work. Why is it that their boss has done so much but remains unknown?
They must spread it, and not only spread it, but also write it down, so that the reputation of their boss can spread throughout Dayan.
If it weren't for Xu Yunfan, none of this would have happened.
Xu Yunfan proposed to prevent worm diseases throughout the court, provide free medical services throughout the court at fixed times, hire disabled soldiers, demand wages for the people, and draft laws to protect the disabled and orphans. Which one of these is not trying to protect the most basic interests of the people?
When talking about what Xu Yunfan did, Qi Xiufu felt proud of it. After hearing this, Demonno couldn't help but have the urge to see the true face of this scholar Xu. She could send someone to find out the full story later. At the moment, she cared more about other things.
Demonno was very curious about the worm disease and kept asking Qi Xiufu about it, but he was extremely excited in his heart.
Qi Xiufu naturally saw through Demonno's plan. There were relatively few cases of worm disease in their Dayan Dynasty, but it was more common in Dongwu Kingdom. It was said that in Dongwu Kingdom, people lost their lives every year because of it.
At first, the doctor could not find the cause of the disease, and finally discovered the reason after dissecting the body.
At Demonno's request, Qi Xiufu had no choice but to take Demonno to find Xu Yunfan.
Xu Yunfan was the first person to propose killing insects throughout the court. It was also he who suggested that pumpkin seeds could treat worm diseases. Demonno naturally wanted to meet this doctor in person.
Qi Xiufu held a banquet at Yunrun Restaurant. When Xu Yunfan arrived, Demonno had been waiting for a long time.
The strength of Dongwu Kingdom was not much weaker than that of Dayan Dynasty. As the second princess of Dongwu Kingdom, Demonno waited for a quarter of an hour, but Xu Yunfan still did not come. If it were not for Xu Yunfan's extraordinary appeal and influence, and his knowledge of worm disease, Demonno might have had Xu Yunfan brought in and killed.
After waiting for a while, Xu Yunfan finally arrived despite the heavy snow. As soon as he entered the door, Xu Yunfan apologized awkwardly, "I'm sorry, there was a traffic jam on the way home. I kept Brother Qi waiting for so long."
When Qi Xiufu invited Xu Yunfan over, he had mentioned that the Second Princess wished to meet him. Xu Yunfan glanced around and saw the elegant woman sitting in her seat. He couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, stepped forward, clasped his fists, and bowed. "Greetings, Second Princess. I heard Young Master Zhali mention you earlier. The Second Princess is indeed as heroic as the rumors say."
It is impossible to kneel down, but being able to lower your head is already a great respect.
She wasn't late on purpose. It was snowing heavily outside and she had seen some overturned carriages on the way here. After Xu Yunfan explained, Demonno was no longer angry.
Not to mention, Xu Yunfan was so beautiful that Demonno almost couldn't take her eyes off him. She stood up and walked a few steps to Xu Yunfan, wanting to help Xu Yunfan up, but Xu Yunfan didn't wait for anyone. As soon as he finished speaking, he put his hand down.
Demonno smiled and sat back down. "Oh, did Zalli mention me to you? What kind of person was this princess in his words?"
Xu Yunfan talked without blushing or beating his heart. He didn't dare to say what Zhali said.
In Zhali's words, his mother was a tigress, strict yet kind, and every time she punished him to clean the cowshed, she was like a female devil.
Complaints are complaints, but it is not difficult to hear that these seemingly complaining words are filled with intimacy.
Demonno laughed heartily a few times and waved Xu Yunfan to stop boasting. She knew what kind of fart her son was going to let out the moment he raised his butt. "As expected of Prince Xiao's brother-in-law, you know how to flatter people. Back then, Prince Xiao's words were as sweet as honey. It's a pity that you are too immature these days. I am already quite old. Otherwise, I would have taken you home to be my royal consort."
How could a princess say such "improper" words?
Then he can't be too serious.
Xu Yunfan was not embarrassed after being exposed. "What are you talking about, Princess? Time cannot defeat beauty. Princess is now a glass of mellow wine. People who know you will only see your elegance. At your age, you are in the prime of your beauty. How can you be considered old? As long as your heart is not old, you will remain a girl until you die."
"Hehe... Did you eat honey when you came here?" Demonno laughed so hard that her body shook. No matter what age a woman is, she will always feel happy when praised by a handsome man.
Xu Yunfan shook his head. "When I heard about the princess' invitation, I was afraid you'd wait too long and think I was neglecting you, so I rushed over as soon as I got off work. In the end, I kept you waiting for two quarters of an hour. This is my fault. Forgive me for not being able to hold my liquor, and for fear that drinking would cause trouble, I'll offer you a glass of tea instead of wine."
Demonno is the princess of a country. Today, regardless of her identity as a princess, Xu Yunfan has to give Qi Xiufu some face just because she is Qi Xiufu's guest.
Qi Xiufu glanced at Xu Yunfan and personally poured him a cup of tea and handed it to him.
After drinking tea, Demonno knew that Xu Yunfan was no fool. If Xu Yunfan was just a bachelor, why would someone of his status be interested in him, or even invite him here, if he had nothing to do? "Since you say that, I am dissatisfied with you. Today, I am borrowing the face of Young Master Qi to invite Master Xu here. This princess is indeed here for a matter."
"I'd like to hear more about it."
"I heard... So, regarding the worm disease in Dongwu, is it the same worm disease that Lord Xu is proposing to prevent?"
Xu Yunfan thought for a moment, "How can they be the same thing? Princess should know that worm disease is not the same as the worm disease you have over there."
Demonno's heart sank, and he didn't even care about his identity. "Indeed, I know very well that this is different. I heard that Xu Yunfan is from overseas and has a lot of experience. Does he know how to solve this problem?"
Xu Yunfan: "To put it bluntly, worm disease is simply the result of eating unclean food... These worms live in the human intestines, and your area has a well-developed livestock industry... Those worms not only live in the human intestines, but also in the liver and other internal organs."
"How is it possible? A person can be alive with bugs in his internal organs? Yunfan, are you right?" Qi Xiufu got goosebumps all over his body due to disgust.
Xu Yunfan: "How could I be wrong?" He listed some of the characteristics of the disease: "Symptoms vary depending on where the parasites are located. In some people, in later stages, the parasites grow into lumps. Initially, they're the size of an egg, resembling a pregnant woman. When you press the abdomen, the lumps are hard, yet mobile... Princess, am I correct?"
The more Xu Yunfan spoke, the more frightened Demonno became. At the same time, she felt very excited. She seemed to see hope. "Yes, what Lord Xu said is correct. I wonder if Lord Xu has any solution? Don't worry, if there is a solution, my Dongwu Kingdom will never let you suffer any loss."
"If I say I don't know how to solve it, I'm afraid the princess won't believe me."
"Indeed." Demonno nodded. She really didn't believe that Xu Yunfan knew so much but didn't know how to solve it.
Xu Yunfan glanced at the steaming hot pot. "The princess must have asked about me before coming here today. You should know that I know everything, but I am a knowledgeable person. I know everything about astronomy and geography. I can truly say that. My country, China, is not comparable to yours. No matter which aspect, we have already found a solution to the problem you mentioned. This condition is called echinococcosis over there. I happened to read some medical books in my early years because of my interest, and that's how I learned about it. But I still need to recall the solution. You asked me this all of a sudden, and I can't remember it. Let me think about it carefully when I go back. I will definitely figure it out before you go back."
Regardless of whether what Xu Yunfan said was true or false, Demonno had to take it as the truth.
She was not a fool, so she naturally understood that Xu Yunfan did not forget, but was just telling her in a tactful way that he did not want to say it now. As for why he did not want to say it?
If there is something, it’s enough for you and me to know it. There’s no need to explain it too clearly.
As long as there are people who need help from their Great Yan Dynasty, the people of Dongwu Kingdom will behave themselves during this period and will not get too close to the Great Shang Dynasty.
The Shang Dynasty was "surrounded" by three major countries on all sides. Their envoys did not come at other times, but chose to come when the envoys of the Dongwu Kingdom came to visit. What was their intention?
If Dashang wants to cooperate with other countries and have further development, it can only hope for such a time.
The military strength of Dongwu State and Dayan Dynasty is comparable. If Dongwu and Dashang cooperate and attack from both sides, Dayan will definitely be damaged. This plan is indeed very good.
Last night, Qi Xiufu personally visited Xu Yunfan. Qin Qian, Xiao Hengzhi and others were also present. They treated Xu Yunfan like a fool, fearing that he didn't understand the relationship, and analyzed the pros and cons for him.
Demonno's piercing gaze almost stared a hole through Xu Yunfan. If it were anyone else, being stared at like this by the princess would probably have been so nervous that they would have been sweating profusely.
Xu Yunfan, on the other hand, was very calm and composed. He even looked back at Demonno and smiled brightly, pretending to be stupid.
Demonno: "..."
Shameless!
He actually used his beauty to attack her.
In the end, Demonno was the first to give in. "Alright, then I'll trouble Lord Xu to go back and think about this carefully. By the way, I haven't seen Prince Xiao for a long time. Lord Xu, could you please pass on a message for me?"
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Thinking of the agreement with Demonno, Xu Yunfan agreed with Lord Qin's words, "Indeed, the princess will definitely not embarrass me. However, the prince from the Shang Dynasty..."
The other party did not make things difficult for Xu Yunfan, but Xu Yunfan was determined to teach the other party a lesson.
Hearing Xu Yunfan's dissatisfied tone, the Second Lord Qin was slightly surprised. "You have met Guo Minglei. Did he offend you?"
"I've seen him before." Xu Yunfan snorted and said unhappily, "I met him once at the Food City, but he didn't see me. He had a mean look, and I knew at first glance that he wasn't a good person."
As for the real reason why he disliked Guo Minglei, Xu Yunfan did not elaborate. If he did, it would only make the two elders feel uncomfortable.
This was Xu Yunfan’s first time entering the imperial palace of the Dayan Dynasty. It was indeed where the emperor lived. The word “magnificent” alone was not enough to describe its grandeur.
Carriages were not allowed to enter the palace, and they had to get off and walk at the palace gate. Xu Yunfan got off the carriage first, then lifted the curtain and reached out to lead the man down from the carriage, "Slow down."
When Qin Run placed her hands on those rosy palms, she used a little force and clasped Xu Yunfan's hands tightly, "Thank you, husband."
"Chuckle"
Xu Yunfan chuckled happily and leaned over to say nonchalantly, "Do we really need to be so polite to each other? If you must be polite, a verbal thank you won't show your sincerity. Try another way."
"There are so many people watching, just stand still." Qin Run noticed that other officials and their families nearby were looking over, so he gently pinched Xu Yunfan and said, "I'll thank you properly when I get back. Be careful what others say about you."
"Let's see who dares." He is a man who is on good terms with the emperor, so he has nothing to be afraid of.
Xu Yunfan looked up at the palace and sighed softly, "Oh my god, this is the palace of Dayan. Not bad."
"Master Xu, long time no see. How have you been lately?"
As soon as Xu Yunfan got off the carriage, the other ministers who arrived with them noticed him. At this time, they came with their families to greet Qin Qian and others.
Qin Qian and Xiao Hengzhi were far superior to them in status, so naturally they were the only ones who could step forward and greet them.
When Xu Yunfan stood with Xiao Hengzhi and the others, his identity was no longer Xu Xue Shi, who was a few levels lower than them, but a family member of King Xiao and General Qin.
Xu Yunfan smiled at the visitor as a response.
Everyone who came today had dressed up specially. The women were beautiful, the men were handsome. Xu Yunfan was used to seeing beautiful women, so he didn't think it was very interesting. He held Qin Run's hand and followed the elders. "Will Xiaobao and the others be here later?"
Ever since Fu Qingxu intentionally brought the Fu Muyang brothers to interact with Xiaobao and the others, the relationship between the little guys quickly warmed up, and they became brothers in just a few days.
Just this morning, Fu Qingxu picked up Qin Mu and the other two, saying that he wanted to take them to the palace to play.
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