Chapter 74 - 75 Going to the Birthday Celebration
Chapter 74: Chapter 75 Going to the Birthday Celebration
“Your medical skills are so impressive, you couldn’t possibly have studied with someone from the Imperial Medical Bureau, could you?” Shao He asked out of curiosity.
“Miss Shao is really intelligent, you’re right, my master is none other than Imperial Doctor Yun.”
Yun Qian had no intention of hiding this fact, although he didn’t mention that Imperial Doctor Yun had been murdered.
Shao He had wanted to ask why he didn’t stay at the Imperial Medical Bureau, but just then, Nanny Zhang came over with a parcel and interrupted her.
Shao He had no choice but to swallow her words, leave with Nanny Zhang, and return to the mansion. She called Qingxia to help her get acquainted with the estate, and she was especially meticulous in instructing her on the care of the children, fearing any negligence.
“Miss, rest assured, I will definitely take good care of the young master and won’t allow any mistakes,” Nanny Zhang said with a smile all over her face.
Shao He was initially somewhat worried, but after seeing that Xiao Linzhang was well cared for, she completely set her mind at ease.
A few days passed in a flash, and today was Princess Huimin’s birthday. Jhiang Yijia specifically came to pick up Shao He to go together.
On the carriage, Jhiang Yijia explained to her, “Princess Huimin doesn’t normally see visitors because of her face, but she’s hosting a birthday banquet because Xu Han has reached the age suitable for marriage.”
“Is Princess Huimin’s face very serious?”
Upon hearing this, Jhiang Yijia’s expression slightly changed, “You mustn’t speak of this later, the more prestigious the person, the worse their temper. Just follow my lead when the time comes.”
“Okay, understood, thank you,” Shao He, who was not one to speak out of turn, naturally understood his hint.
“Have you prepared the medicine? Are you really confident in curing Princess Huimin’s illness?” Jhiang Yijia asked again, worried.
Princess Huimin had always taken her facial condition very seriously. Mentioning it was not permitted by others, and if she couldn’t cure it, she might be punished because of it.
Shao He understood his concerns and nodded with a smile, “The medicine is all prepared, there won’t be any mistakes.”
Jhiang Yijia finally felt relieved and then thought about the birthday event where Chu Yu would surely be present. He hesitated and then said, “Many officials and nobles will be at the birthday event, you should brace yourself.”
“I know, it’s definitely Chu Yu going on behalf of the Marquis’s Mansion, and Chu Yu will surely bring Luo Jiner,” Shao He stated calmly.
After all, this wasn’t the first time encountering them; when trouble comes, one must face it.
Thinking she might have some reservations, Jhiang Yijia saw her demeanor and smiled, “When the time comes, enter with me as my friend, and after the banquet, we can go meet Princess Huimin privately to treat her.”
“Okay.”
Shao He took out the prepared rouge and began to apply it to her face. She had specifically altered her makeup so that people not very familiar with her couldn’t recognize her at all.
Jhiang Yijia watched her, amazed to the point that his jaw dropped, “I never thought Doctor Shao was not only skilled in medicine but also so good at applying makeup. However, this makeup makes you look even more fresh and elegant.”
He had never seen such an attractive makeup, especially one applied so quickly.
Shao He pushed his chin up and said softly, “It’s just to avoid unnecessary trouble, let’s go.”
“Wait here for a moment, I’ll go pick up my mother, and then we can enter together.”
Shao He nodded, the cold breeze gently blowing, and the front of the mansion was decorated with red fine silk fabrics and two red lanterns, making it look exceptionally festive.
Meanwhile, Chu Yu looked at the ointment in Luo Jiner’s hands and shook his head helplessly.
“What do you mean by this, Marquis? This is the Spiritual Medicine I specifically asked for from the abbot at Cien Temple, hoping it could heal Princess Huimin’s facial injuries,” Luo Jiner said joyfully.
If she could cure Princess Huimin’s illness, wouldn’t she gain a powerful patron? At that time, who would dare to look down on her? Even the Old Madam of the Marquis’s Mansion would have to give her some respect!
Chu Yu’s eyes flickered because he knew the Spiritual Medicine was useless. Princess Huimin’s facial condition was such that even the Imperial Physicians were at a loss, and despite numerous highly skilled doctors being invited to try, all had ended in failure.
But seeing her joyous expression, he ultimately didn’t have the heart to tell her, for she meant well after all.
“Just put it away for now.”
“Okay.”
Luo Jiner carefully put away the medicine bottle, wrapped her arms around Chu Yu’s waist, and leaned against his chest, saying, “Marquis, it’s my first time at such a gathering and I don’t know anyone. What should I do if a maid or another young lady picks on me?”
“That won’t happen, with this Marquis here, no one will bully you,” Chu Yu gently patted the back of her hand, his tone gentle.
Upon hearing this, Luo Jiner’s smile blossomed, and she coquettishly glared at him saying, “You promised, Marquis!”
“Don’t worry,” Chu Yu indulgently touched her forehead’s fine bangs, his eyes deep.
“But I am still a bit scared, can you stay with me the whole time?” Luo Jiner pouted, looking up at him with her big watery eyes, a slight plea evident.