Thrown out of the house, the wet nurse enters the noble household and becomes a person of high statu

Tinglan Courtyard.

Liu Wenying had just put the little master, who had fallen asleep from playing, into the crib when Zizhu summoned her over.

A maidservant served fresh tea, but Wen Jingshu held it without any interest in drinking it.

"Hearing the Oriole".

"This servant is here."

"Thanks to you today, if it weren't for you, Grandmother would really be in danger."

Liu Wenying smiled faintly, "Madam, you flatter me. I just happen to know some first aid techniques."

"Don't underestimate yourself. I used to think that Physician Sun's medical skills were absolutely foolproof."

Wen Jingshu was referring to the time when Liu Wenying pointed out that Physician Sun's acupuncture technique was abnormal.

One abnormality would be fine, but after several times, everything seemed a bit off.

On the contrary, Liu Wenying was able to stabilize the situation this time.

Wen Jingshu's expression turned serious. "You're meticulous and knowledgeable. In your opinion, is Physician Sun's treatment these past few days truly just an oversight?"

Liu Wenying remained silent.

The fact that the First Madam asked this question suggests that she already has suspicions in her heart.

For the past two weeks, the First Madam has taken her and the young master with her whenever she goes to Mingxi Hall.

Taking advantage of the opportunity to accompany him, Liu Wenying also observed carefully that Imperial Physician Sun was still cautious when administering acupuncture and meticulous in using medicine, but there was always something strange about him in some subtle ways.

For example, the angle at which the needle is inserted into the acupoint is always off by half a point.

These deviations, taken individually, are not fatal and can even be explained as adjustments made to suit individual circumstances.

However, when these factors are combined and linked to the previous accidents, it becomes difficult to explain them as mere negligence.

If Imperial Physician Sun were truly a careless person, he wouldn't have enough heads to be chopped off, and it would be impossible for him to have practiced medicine in the palace for more than 30 years.

After carefully considering her words, Liu Wenying said, "Madam, I am not knowledgeable in medicine and dare not speak rashly. However... Imperial Physician Sun was sent by the palace, so his medical skills must be superb. But it is strange that a person of such skill would repeatedly make such basic mistakes."

Wen Jingshu's eyes sharpened.

Zizhu, standing nearby, asked in surprise, "Could there be some hidden story?"

Her hand holding the blue-and-white porcelain cup suddenly tightened, and Wen Jingshu's delicate eyebrows furrowed.

The old lady is the pillar of the Duke's mansion. If something were to happen to her, she, as the granddaughter-in-law in charge of the household, would be the first to bear the responsibility.

Regardless of any hidden motives, she was determined to investigate thoroughly and protect her grandmother's safety.

"Zizhu, isn't Mingxi Hall going to send more people over? Remember to transfer some people from my courtyard over there, they need to be quick-witted and reliable."

This is to plant spies and keep a close watch.

Zizhu understood: "This servant will go and choose someone right away."

Wen Jingshu instructed, "Remember, make sure they keep their eyes peeled. I need to know everything Grandmother does each day, what medicine she takes, and even who she comes into contact with."

"Yes."

After Zizhu left, Madam Wen looked at Liu Wenying and said, "Please take good care of Ye'er. Things haven't been peaceful in the manor lately, and the child can't be left alone."

"This servant understands."

"You are a reliable person. You saved Grandmother again today. I will remember this and trust you from now on."

Wen Jingshu speaks softly, but her words carry considerable weight.

Liu Wenying's heart trembled slightly. "Thank you for your trust, Madam. I will do my best."

Wen Jingshu smiled and nodded, liking her more and more the more she looked at her.

The time for the handover of the wet nurse was almost up, so Wen Jingshu told her to go back and get some rest.

Stepping out of Tinglan Courtyard, the spring sunshine warmed me, but it felt rather cold.

The First Madam's instructions to Zizhu show that she intends to conduct a thorough investigation: investigate Imperial Physician Sun, investigate Mingxi Hall, and investigate any possible hidden forces within the household.

Noble families often have their share of shady dealings, and the Duke of Yu's mansion, being closely connected to the imperial court, was unlikely to remain peaceful forever.

She didn't know if it was right for her to rescue the old lady today, but if she had to do it all over again, she would still do it.

The vermilion gates were tightly shut, and the corridors were deserted, but her heart was vibrant and passionate.

I just hope I don't get myself and Luo Luo involved.

That night, Mingxi Hall was involved in another incident.

The elderly woman suddenly experienced difficulty swallowing when she took her medicine before bed.

He had barely swallowed two mouthfuls when he started coughing violently, coughing so hard it felt like his lungs were being torn apart.

The maid on duty was terrified. She patted the old lady's back to calm her down while sending someone to quickly inform the masters of each courtyard.

The second master was the first to arrive. When he saw that the old lady was coughing so badly that she could barely breathe, his face immediately darkened.

After the incident in the morning, he no longer relied on Imperial Physician Sun, but instead had a famous doctor from the capital invited to wait at his residence.

After examining the old lady, the renowned doctor determined the cause of her severe cough.

"The old lady's symptoms seem to be caused by a drug reaction."

He asked for the remaining dregs of the medicine and found oval-shaped perilla seeds in them. "The problem lies with this medicine."

Perilla seeds can regulate qi and relieve chest tightness, but the old lady had suffered from a severe cough when she fell into the water when she was young, and her lung qi was weak.

"Although perilla seeds can regulate qi and are warm and dispersing in nature, for those with weak lung qi, prolonged use or improper dosage can easily deplete lung qi, causing choking, coughing, and difficulty swallowing. The old lady was already weak after her stroke, and using this medicine would be like adding insult to injury."

Imperial Physician Sun stood to the side, his face ashen, unable to utter a single word.

When Wen Jingshu received the news, she had just rested for a short while. Upon hearing this, she immediately got up, put on an overcoat, and rushed to Mingxi Hall.

She walked hurriedly, and when she arrived at the house, she saw the old lady on the bed still coughing weakly, and heard the maid recount the situation just now. A chill ran down her spine.

Pei Zeyu wanted to stay by his grandmother's side, but Wen Jingshu persuaded him to give up.

"It is my duty to take care of the sick, and it is the middle of the night. Second brother, you should go back and rest as soon as possible."

Pei Zeyu was unwilling, but Pei Dingxuan said, "Go back first. My father and I will discuss it tonight and give you a satisfactory answer tomorrow."

His father, elder brother, and sister-in-law all advised him that if Pei Zeyu persisted, he would appear stubborn.

He returned dejectedly, not forgetting to glare at Imperial Physician Sun several times before leaving.

The renowned doctors in Beijing first used acupuncture to relieve the old lady's cough, then changed the prescription and brewed the medicine again.

After a flurry of activity, the old lady's condition gradually calmed down around midnight.

Wen Jingshu stayed and observed for another half hour to make sure the old lady was alright before dragging her tired body back to the house.

Zizhu helped her remove her hairpins and rings, and whispered, "Madam, it's late, you should rest."

Wen Jingshu shook her head: "Where's Grandpa?"

Zizhu replied, "Master and the Duke went to the study to discuss things, and we don't know when they will return."

"It's alright, I'll wait for him to come back. Go and turn up the lamp a bit, leave it for your husband."

Seeing her resolute attitude, Zizhu stopped trying to persuade her and stepped forward to turn the candle flame brighter, the orange glow illuminating the corners of the room.

Wen Jingshu sat at the table, silently keeping the light on, hoping for her return.

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