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

Late at night, in the study.

The flame flickered slightly in the glass lamp, casting a half-light and half-shadow on the faces of the father and son who were discussing matters.

"Father, the matter of Physician Sun cannot be delayed any longer."

"Since Imperial Physician Sun took up residence in the mansion, he has caused one mishap after another: burns from moxibustion, questionable acupuncture treatments, and now he has even prescribed the wrong medicine, using herbs that are forbidden by my grandmother, almost causing a major disaster. The person sent by His Highness the Crown Prince is completely unreliable!"

Duke Yu rubbed his aching temples. "I know, but it was sent by the Crown Prince. If we return it now, it would be a slap in the face to the Crown Prince."

Pei Dingxuan's lips curled into a cold smile. "Father is considering the Crown Prince's reputation, but has the Crown Prince considered the Crown Prince's health?"

How could the Duke of Yu not know? He saw his mother lying on the bed, struggling in pain, and it pained him deeply.

That was his mother, who gave him life and raised him, the person he respected most in the world.

But he was the Duke of Yu, a key figure in the Crown Prince's faction, and some things couldn't be decided based solely on feelings.

"These past few times Grandmother has been in danger, it was all by luck. Luckily, there were servants who knew how to perform first aid, and luckily my second brother was prepared. But can we rely on luck again and again?"

"If another accident happens next time and no one can rescue her in time, and something really happens to Grandma, Father, can you really bear to see that?"

Pei Dingxuan's words struck a chord with the Duke of Yu.

Seeing that his father's expression softened, Pei Dingxuan pressed his advantage and continued to persuade him.

"Father, Grandmother's condition cannot be delayed any longer. Even if it displeases the Crown Prince, we should prioritize Grandmother's life, shouldn't we?"

Duke Yu remained silent for a long time, then sighed heavily, "Fine, let's do as you say. Tomorrow I will submit a memorial to His Majesty, requesting that His Majesty recall Imperial Physician Sun to the palace."

"Yes, Father." Father was under immense pressure to make this decision.

But we can't completely ignore my grandmother's health.

Pei Dingxuan then spoke up.

"Father, there is one more thing. A few days ago, the Second Prince sent a letter saying that he heard that Grandmother was seriously ill and that he was very concerned. He knows a famous doctor who travels all over the country and is good at treating stroke and hemiplegia. If we need him, he can introduce us."

"He knows how to do favors."

The Yuguo Duke's Mansion is part of the Iron-Willed Crown Prince's faction and has always been at odds with the Second Prince.

If a physician is recommended by the Second Prince, it is tantamount to sending a certain signal to the outside world.

"My son knows the taboos involved, but isn't his grandmother's health more important than political differences?"

Duke Yu frowned even more deeply. "Even the imperial physicians are helpless. What real skills could a traveling doctor who wanders the country possibly possess?"

Pei Dingxuan rarely retorted, "Although the imperial physicians have orthodox medical skills, they have lived in the palace for a long time and mostly treat common diseases of princes and nobles, so their vision is limited."

"The traveling doctors have seen countless difficult and complicated diseases while traveling all over the country. Their experience in dealing with various sudden illnesses may not be inferior to that of the imperial physicians kept in the palace."

"Furthermore, since the Second Prince dared to recommend him, this itinerant doctor must indeed have some extraordinary abilities. Why not let him give it a try? If it can truly benefit Grandmother's condition, it would be a great blessing."

If that doesn't work, we can just send him away; there won't be any loss.

Pei Dingxuan repeatedly explained the pros and cons, emphasizing that at this moment, the only priority was the old lady's condition, and everything else was secondary.

His Majesty today reveres filial piety, considering it the foremost of all virtues.

If the old lady dies, how will the Duke of Yuguo face the court?

Duke Yu reluctantly agreed.

As dawn broke, Pei Dingxuan did not return to Tinglan Courtyard. After resting in his study, he sent Imperial Physician Sun away early the next morning.

Physician Sun was already shaken by his series of mistakes, and seeing that the Pei family did not pursue the matter further, he breathed a sigh of relief and slunk back to the palace.

The two talked behind closed doors in the flower hall, and others only guessed that it was to save face for Imperial Physician Sun, without delving into the matter.

Chenshuang Courtyard.

Pei Zeyu, dressed in plain clothes and with a loose belt, stood before a large sandalwood table, holding a brush and practicing calligraphy.

He served as the Director of the Personnel Examination Department of the Ministry of Personnel, and was one of the core officials in charge of the imperial examinations in the spring.

However, this year Pei Yaojun was going to take the imperial examination, so to avoid suspicion, he wrote a letter of leave early and stayed at home to rest and recuperate.

The pen tip dances across the paper, one should be focused and undistracted, but thoughts drift uncontrollably away.

I recall yesterday, when my grandmother had a hiccup attack, and the room was filled with chaos.

The crowd gathered around the bed, at a loss for what to do.

Liu Wenying squeezed into the center of the crowd, knelt on the edge of the bed, and calmly used her skillful techniques to relieve her grandmother's discomfort.

Pei Zeyu was closest to the camera and observed it most closely.

Her back was straight as a pine tree, and she patted her back with her bare palms and pressed acupoints with her fingertips, her movements crisp and decisive.

The force looked light but was very precise. In a short time, beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, making her look like a dewy crabapple petal, stubborn and vibrant.

She was completely different from the woman who fished in the mountains behind the temple back then; one was calm and reliable, the other was glib and slick.

He hadn't expected her to have this side to her; he had underestimated her...

"Second Master, Imperial Physician Sun has been dismissed," a servant brought in the news.

Pei Zeyu's thoughts were interrupted, and he asked again to confirm, "Sent away?"

"It's absolutely true. I saw with my own eyes that you sent Physician Sun out of the mansion. Before he left, you talked with him for a long time in the flower hall. I suppose you wanted to save him some face."

The brush paused, ink splattered, and the perfectly good calligraphy was ruined.

"Second Master?" the servant exclaimed in surprise.

"Just throw it away."

Before he could finish speaking, Pei Zeyu had already thrown down his pen and left the room.

The crabapple blossoms in Tinglan Courtyard are in full bloom, their pink and white petals fluttering down, carpeting the ground with fragrant snow.

Pei Zeyu walked over, stepping on the fallen petals. His steps were hurried and heavy, startling a few birds on the branches.

Today he wore a moon-colored robe, with only a piece of plain jade hanging at his waist. His usually gentle and smiling face was now covered with a thin layer of ice.

As Pei Zeyu stepped inside, he saw Liu Wenying carrying a child out of the side room, presumably to breastfeed the child, her clothes slightly loose.

She wore a plain-colored ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), with a light blue vest over it. Her dark hair was simply styled into a bun, adorned with a silver hairpin.

The morning light falls on the ground, light and delicate, like an orchid covered with dew.

Pei Yexuan babbled in her arms, reaching out to touch the stray hairs at her temples.

She tilted her head slightly to avoid it, a gentle smile curving her lips.

"Young master, please stop teasing me..."

Her voice was clear and melodious, very pleasant to listen to.

Pei Zeyu's anger subsided somewhat for some reason.

In a short while, Liu Wenying approached and saw him. Her smile faded, and she curtsied while holding the child: "This servant greets Second Master."

Pei Zeyu hummed in response, his gaze lingering on her face for a moment before he walked into the house without saying anything.

Wen Jingshu was sitting in the hall looking at account books. When she saw him come in, she stood up and smiled, "Second brother, have you had breakfast?"

"I've used it. Is my brother here?"

"He's off today, he's in his study." Wen Jingshu noticed his unusual expression and tentatively asked, "Is something wrong?"

"I have some questions for my older brother."

Pei Zeyu didn't want to say more, so he cupped his hands in greeting and turned to leave.

They hurried along, passing through the corridor, and arrived outside Pei Dingxuan's study.

The door was ajar, and the sound of pages turning could be heard from inside.

Pei Zeyu raised his hand and knocked on the door. Before anyone could answer, he pushed the door open and entered.

Pei Dingxuan was sitting behind his desk, holding a file in his hand, and was somewhat surprised to see him come in.

Pei Zeyu cut to the chase, "I won't concern myself with Physician Sun's matter. I'll ask you this: do you even care about your grandmother?!"

…………