12dz Chapter 144 Seeking Treatment at the Guo Family
Chapter 144 Seeking Treatment at the Guo Family
"Is it true that Ye Yaoyao is Ye Xiumu's daughter?"
"What do you think of his appearance, Your Majesty?"
The emperor sat quietly to one side, his eyes deep and unfathomable, making it difficult to discern what he was thinking.
"Brother, do you really think that Ye Yaoyao has some supernatural abilities and want to recruit her to your side? Ninth Brother attacked me because of her."
Qin Yunshang reminded him that she had hired someone to kill Ye Yaoyao, and the emperor discovered that she was behind it. She then told him about Ye Yaoyao's background.
"I know what I'm doing. The harsh, cold land is perfect for your people. If anyone dares to harbor such thoughts, don't blame me for being ruthless."
The emperor's expression was solemn, and his words carried an unquestionable authority.
Qin Yunshang had originally come to plead for the officials who had been impeached by the court, but upon hearing these words, she instantly understood that the emperor was warning her.
A hint of coldness flashed in his eyes, but he quickly concealed it and then smiled:
“Brother, we are siblings from the same mother, so Yunshang will naturally stand by your side and never waver.”
"That's good."
After Qin Yunshang left, the Emperor pondered for a long time before writing three imperial edicts.
Early in the morning, Ye Yaoyao carefully disguised herself as an old man.
"How about it? No flaws now, right?"
Ye Yaoyao wore an old but neat robe, with a silver-white mustache on her lips, and several wrinkles deliberately drawn on her face.
“Everything else is similar, except for the eyes,” Fu Ling and Ting Qin said in unison as they watched from the side.
"This isn't difficult, watch me." Ye Yaoyao wiped her eyes, and when she opened them again, they looked different.
"Okay."
Fu Ling was able to dress up as a medicine boy as she wished, wearing a small melon-shaped hat, with a pair of bright eyes darting around under the brim, carrying a medicine box on her back, and her face beaming with a playful expression.
"Let's go, no one will notice this time," Ye Yaoyao said confidently.
"Miss, your voice," Tingqin reminded her.
Ye Yaoyao took out a pill and swallowed it.
"Little medicine boy, let's go." Ye Yaoyao's voice changed this time.
The bustling street was filled with the noise of the crowd.
"Young master, we've found him. He's having breakfast at that stall over there."
Fu Ling spread the word about the miracle doctor everywhere. When the servants of the Guo family looked for her, she would disappear so they couldn't find her. These past few days, Guo Deren has been anxious and couldn't wait any longer, so he brought two attendants out to look for her.
“You better watch out now, or I’ll skin you alive.”
Guo Deren looked anxious and uneasy, his eyes were bloodshot, and he looked somewhat frightening.
"Yes, yes! Young master, you certainly won't."
"Hurry up and go up."
Two attendants immediately ran forward, stopped the two men who had just finished paying their bill and were about to leave, and shouted:
"Don't leave!"
"What are you doing?" Fu Ling naturally recognized the two people.
"We've finally found you. Come with us."
The two attendants had smug expressions on their faces; the person they were looking for was Fu Ling disguised as a medicine boy.
"Who are you? We don't know you, why should we go with you?"
"You scoundrel, don't you know any manners?"
Guo Deren strode over from behind, slapped his attendant's head hard with both hands, and then asked with a broad smile:
"Is the old gentleman a miracle doctor?"
Guo Deren's complexion was sallow and dull, lacking any luster. The dark circles under his eyes were even more pronounced than before, clearly indicating that he hadn't been sleeping well lately.
His cheeks were still thin and sunken, his cheekbones were high and prominent, his forehead was covered in cold sweat, and his skin was loose and lacked elasticity.
His lips were pale, his steps were unsteady and weak, and his body was overworked—any doctor could tell.
"Knowing some medical skills doesn't make one a miracle doctor." Ye Yaoyao glanced at it and moved away.
"Oh! So you've come here for medical treatment. My doctor specializes in treating difficult and complicated diseases. Don't come here for minor ailments."
"And she made it look so fierce, she almost scared our doctor." Fu Ling complained unhappily.
"It was our fault, we apologize."
Hearing Fu Ling's words, Guo Deren became even more convinced that the person before him was a miracle doctor. He looked at his two attendants who stood motionless and shouted:
"What are you all standing there for? Apologize to the miracle doctor!"
The two attendants quickly bowed and said in unison, "Divine Doctor, we are sorry. We were ignorant and our recklessness frightened you."
Ye Yaoyao stroked her beard, her expression indifferent. "Alright, alright, may I ask what business you have with me, young master?"
Guo Deren hurriedly said, "Divine Doctor, someone in my family is ill, and we have consulted many doctors without success. We have heard of your excellent medical skills and have come to invite you."
Ye Yaoyao narrowed her eyes slightly, "Oh? What kind of illness is it?"
Guo Deren looked troubled. "This... please come back with me, sir, and you will see for yourself."
"Why does it look like you're the one who needs to see a doctor? Doctor, does he look sick?" Fu Ling, playing the talkative apprentice, made Guo Deren feel a little guilty.
However, how could he talk about something he couldn't do in public? Fearing the divine doctor wouldn't agree, Guo Deren added a few more words:
"Don't worry, miracle doctor. As long as you can cure the disease, the consultation fee is not a problem."
Ye Yaoyao looked at Fu Ling with admiration for Guo Deren's trust in her, and Fu Ling returned her a playful wink.
"Alright, alright, I am most fond of treating difficult and complicated cases, I will go with you."
"Please, divine doctor!" Guo Deren stepped aside in a gesture of invitation, his face full of respect, a far cry from his usual arrogance.
Upon arriving at the Guo residence, Ye Yaoyao did not see the patient Guo Deren had mentioned. Fu Ling asked:
Where is the patient?
“Right in front of you,” Ye Yaoyao replied calmly.
"It really is him." Fu Ling couldn't help but laugh.
Guo Deren chuckled awkwardly:
"The miracle doctor is truly amazing; he already knew it was me."
"A doctor's practice involves observation, listening, questioning, and palpation. I can roughly understand the situation by looking at your complexion, young master."
"Doctor, what illness does he have?" Fu Ling asked knowingly.
"Naturally, it's a man's hidden ailment."
Upon hearing this, Guo Deren's eyes lit up, and he put on a fawning expression.
"Miracle doctor, you are truly amazing. I have seen many doctors, but only you could tell it at a glance."
"I suddenly became seriously ill a little over a month ago. Miracle doctor, please help me recover."
"Of course, I was the one who put the drug in." Ye Yaoyao thought to herself with secret pride.
"Son, I heard you've found a miracle doctor who can cure you." Upon receiving the news, Madam Guo rushed over.
"Mother, this is the miracle doctor."
"Young master's illness is likely caused by excessive indulgence in daily life. To cure it, you will need to cooperate with my treatment."
Guo Deren nodded hurriedly, "Please give your instructions, Divine Doctor, and I will do as you say."
"Miracle doctor, you must cure my son's illness. He's my only son." Seeing how polite her son was, Madam Guo was certain that this doctor was a miracle worker.
"Find a room, I'll give Young Master Guo acupuncture first."
"Yes, yes, this way please, Divine Doctor." Guo Deren respectfully led the way.
"Young Master Guo, lie down. The medicine boy stays. Everyone else, leave."
"Miracle doctor, may I stay and take care of it?"
"Madam, your concern has clouded your judgment. Please go outside and wait for my news."
"Don't worry, I can cure Young Master Guo's illness."
With that said, Madam Guo left with peace of mind.