Reborn As Divine Doctor to Rule the World
Chapter 364 - 365: Disagree to Adopt a Goddaughter

Chapter 364: Chapter 365: Disagree to Adopt a Goddaughter

Qi Jiayuan spoke with a solemn expression, "Although the person has been dealt with, the rumors spreading outside are disadvantageous to you. My father and I have thought of a countermeasure."

"My father plans to adopt you as his foster daughter. Firstly, it can block the outside rumors, and secondly, both he and I truly admire your actions."

In Qi Jiayuan’s eyes, there was undeniable sincerity, no hint of ulterior motives —— he simply and genuinely admired her for who she was.

Upon hearing this, Shao He shook her head in refusal, "To put it like this is unfair to the Qi Family; how could someone with my current status be fit to become the foster daughter of the Qi Family?"

She worried that if she really did this, it could bring significant trouble to the Qi Family.

Currently, there were many who opposed her, and she didn’t wish to drag the Qi Family into it further.

"But..."

"Miss Qi, don’t worry about me. If these rumors and slander could truly harm me, I wouldn’t know how many times I’ve ’died’ by now."

Seeing that her mind was made up, Qi Jiayuan wanted to persuade her further, but Shao He interrupted him, "The sky is growing dark; why not stay for a meal?"

"Alright."

Shao He ordered the kitchen staff to prepare more food, and Qingxia, seeing the lady and Qi Jiayuan enjoying each other’s company, couldn’t help but sigh, "Is the young lady planning to turn an enemy into a friend?"

"What on earth are you thinking about all day? The young lady has never cared to compete with others, and don’t you think that Miss Qi has no affection of a romantic nature for the Fifth Prince?" Qing Shan tapped her forehead lightly.

This girl was always filled with all sorts of bizarre thoughts.

During the meal, Qi Jiayuan looked at Pei Huaian sitting beside him and refused to give up, "I’ve discussed with my father about wanting her to become the foster daughter of our family, what do you think?"

"It’s a good idea," Pei Huaian agreed with a nod, knowing that with the backing of the Qi Family, life would be easier for Shao He.

Qi Jiayuan, seeing his agreement, continued, "In the future, if Shao He marries you, with the Qi Family’s support, those people wouldn’t dare say much."

Pei Huaian felt more and more satisfied as he listened, until finally, Qi Jiayuan said, "But Shao He disagrees. When you have time, try to persuade her again."

At that moment, a servant boy came to report that the Qi Family’s servants were asking Miss Qi to return home quickly, as someone from the palace had come.

"Alright, I got it."

Qi Jiayuan, unable to stay for a meal, took Shao He’s hand before leaving, and earnestly said, "Please consider the matter carefully, there’s no need to rush your response."

"Hurry back," Shao He still showed no sign of relenting.

Pei Huaian watched the departing figure, then turned back and asked curiously, "Why didn’t you agree? It’s all to your benefit and none to your loss."

"My reputation isn’t good, and I’m afraid it will affect the Qi Family. Even if I were to become a foster daughter, it wouldn’t stop idle chatter. Plus, if people later find out about my relationship with you, they will say we are forming cliques for selfish purposes. For you, there are only disadvantages, no advantages."

Shao He had carefully considered all aspects of the issue; she was very clear about what was light and what was important.

Pei Huaian put down his chopsticks, speaking earnestly, "You’re just looking too much to the front and back. General Qi wouldn’t go to such lengths just to quiet gossip; he must truly admire you. The Qi Family are straightforward people who wouldn’t engage in dirty deeds."

Shao He lowered her head; she didn’t like to rely on others, nor did she like to place her hopes on someone else. As the saying goes, the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment.

"Give me some time to think about it, but the pressing matter is to find the source of the rumors."

Pei Hiaian nodded, "I’ve already set Ah Mo to investigate; I believe there will be results soon."

With a sigh, Shao He put down her chopsticks, full of worry, "I feel that the Jiang Family’s affairs won’t just end like this. Today, Jiang Zhou’s maid saw me; she seemed to recognize me."

After all, she had just helped Jiang Zhou give birth, and it was reasonable for the maid to recognize her. She was uncertain, though, whether Jiang Zhou would try to silence her if she knew everything.

"Don’t worry, nothing will happen," Pei Huaian said to comfort her, noticing her anxious expression.

The Jiang Family wouldn’t dare to act against Shao He, relying on The Emperor’s favor. If anything were to happen, the investigation would lead to the Jiang Family right away.

Therefore, the Jiang Family would never take such a risk, and even if they found Shao He disagreeable, they wouldn’t harm her.

The next morning, Shao He went to Anji Hall early.

Zhao Yuebei was balancing the accounts, and on seeing her, he set down his brush and said, "Madam Wei’s condition has improved a lot recently, do you want to go see her?"

Shao He nodded her head; as she had some time now, she went to the backyard to see the person lost in thought and walked over.

Wei Wan saw the suddenly appearing person and was extremely frightened, hurrying backward.

"Who... who are you?"

"Mother, it’s me, I am Shao He." Seeing the person in front of her so afraid, Shao He tentatively said.

But Wei Wan wasn’t reassured by her explanation; instead, she retreated beside a table, "You... don’t come any closer."

Ultimately, it was with Zhao Yuebei’s persuasion that Wei Wan’s agitated emotions were slightly calmed.

After giving her a follow-up examination, Shao He found that Wei Wan not only was very unfamiliar with herself but her reactions were still somewhat slow. However, conservative treatment had taken effect, and she was no longer acting like a child as before.

"Although the improvement isn’t very significant, she has started to recover in a positive direction."

Shao He felt very reassured inside. Although her mother was very unfamiliar with her, she believed that one day her mother would remember her.