The Lucky Farmgirl
Chapter 1079 - 158 Advice

Chapter 1079: Chapter 158 Advice

Imperial Doctor Tan pondered and said, "The child’s illness stems from the womb, difficult to treat. In the past two years, he was at the peak of growth, but his physical strength couldn’t keep up, which led to his frequent illnesses. I think, if we do our utmost, he might only live until he comes of age. But now, hearing Young Doctor Zhou’s treatment plan, carefully nurturing him, it’s possible for him to live a few more years."

Old Madam Yin’s eyes brightened, and Imperial Doctor Tan continued, "Physical ailments are hard to cure, and illnesses of the heart are no easier. However difficult, they can still be treated. Old Madam, this young friend is right; no matter how good our prescription is, the patient needs to take it happily for it to be effective."

"Bottling up emotions harms the will, affecting all senses," Imperial Doctor Tan said meaningfully, "We often say that people keep their discomforts pent up in their heart, feeling uncomfortable here and there. The young master is physically weak but overthinks a lot, which is a major taboo."

Old Madam Yin asked, "Using Young Doctor Zhou’s treatment methods, can he really live five or six more years?"

Imperial Doctor Tan certainly couldn’t make a definite promise as they treat diseases, not fate, so he said, "It also depends on divine will."

Old Madam Yin looked visibly disappointed.

Unable to hold back, Manbao blurted out, "Old Madam, he’s already thinking of suicide; never mind living five or six years past his coming of age, it would be great if he could survive this year."

Old Madam Yin was taken aback.

Imperial Doctor Tan couldn’t help but cough lightly.

Manbao looked at him, her tone less harsh but still slightly upset, "He was actually doing well, already considering playing, and he would willingly drink the medicine we prepared. Haven’t you thought about why?"

Bai Shan tugged at her sleeve and whispered, "It’s getting late; we should prepare to leave."

He turned his head to Old Madam Yin and said, "Old Madam, it’s better to be open and discuss with Yin Huo directly, and also listen to his thoughts, how about that?"

Imperial Doctor Tan also looked at Old Madam Yin.

After a long silence and a sigh, Old Madam Yin said, "It troubled Young Doctor Zhou and Imperial Doctor Tan to come today; let’s invite you over again tomorrow to have a look."

Upon hearing this, Bai Shan and Manbao quietly signaled Bai Erlang.

Standing by the bed, Bai Erlang turned his eyes and quietly leaned towards Yin Huo, whispering, "Don’t be afraid. If your grandmother locks you up, ask Daliang to find us, and we’ll come rescue you."

Yin Huo: ...

How could they rescue someone from a grand mansion?

But, looking into Bai Erlang’s sincere eyes, Yin Huo nodded anyway.

The Yin family saw them out.

Imperial Doctor Tan did not leave immediately but took out a visiting card from his sleeve and handed it to Manbao with a beaming smile, "This is my home’s visiting card. If the young genius doctor is free, why not come to my place and exchange medical knowledge?"

Manbao immediately accepted it, also introducing herself, "My family lives in Changqing Alley. Just ask around there, and if there’s anything in the future, you can also come to find me."

Imperial Doctor Tan smiled and nodded, "Good, good, I just came back from visiting the Ji Family for a medical consultation. You know the Ji Family, right?"

Manbao tilted her head, "You mean Lord Ji Xiang’s home?"

Imperial Doctor Tan was surprised then laughed, "I forgot, you have connections with Lord Ji Xiang’s family. No, it’s not his place, but Imperial Doctor Ji’s."

Manbao’s eyes lit up, "Imperial Doctor Ji is alright now, isn’t he?"

"He has recovered and awakened; he mentioned he wants to thank you deeply for your brave act, otherwise he might have bled to death. To avoid causing you trouble, he didn’t let his family come over these days, planning to thank you in person once he’s better."

Manbao waved her hands repeatedly, "That’s what doctors are supposed to do, not worth mentioning, please tell Imperial Doctor Ji not to take it too seriously."

Observing her sincere gaze, Imperial Doctor Tan sighed skywards, "Old Fan does teach well. He was nearly retired and taken away by the Prince of Yizhou, I thought I’d never see him again. Turns out, although he may be gone, his disciples are still here."

Manbao then recalled, "You knew Imperial Doctor Fan? Right, you all belong to the Imperial Hospital."

Imperial Doctor Tan smiled, nodding, "There’s nobody in the Imperial Hospital who doesn’t know Imperial Doctor Fan. These days, there’s also no one who doesn’t know you. When you have the time, come visit the Imperial Hospital. The current director of the hospital is my disciple; it’s fine to take a look around."

Manbao’s eyes gleamed like stars, starry-eyed as she looked at Imperial Doctor Tan.

Imperial Doctor Tan laughed heartily, helped by his hand onto the carriage and waved to the three children, "Go ahead, you should also return home. The city gates are closed, and there are few people outside; even though Yin Family’s lanterns lead the way, it’s still hard to navigate in the dark."

It took a moment for the three to understand his words, only realizing the meaning when they reached the main street.

The Yin Family had placed two lanterns on their carriage, and the patrolling soldiers, seeing them, did not question but let them pass. However, if they sped through the night, the soldiers would still watch their carriage, and some colonels might come up to inquire.

After being questioned once, Daji learned his lesson and slowly drove the carriage, smoothly returning home.

After getting off, Bai Shan turned to look at the lanterns on the carriage, thoughtfully saying, "These lanterns are pretty useful."

Manbao nodded, exchanged a glance with him and smiled, taking one each inside and handed them to Liu Gui, saying, "Extinguish the lights inside, put them away, we might need them later."

Daji: ...

Bai Erlang speechlessly said, "You really make the most of everything."

Bai Shan replied, "This is called being prepared for a rainy day. If you don’t know how to use idioms, don’t use them."

Manbao: "Exactly."

"These are Yin Huo’s family lanterns, after all he’s a friend, it wouldn’t be good to exploit him, right?" Bai Erlang said.

Bai Shan, "Who said we’re exploiting him? Just making things convenient. If you’re worried, next time you see him, just quietly ask for his permission."

Manbao said, "He will definitely agree."

She sighed, "Now I finally understand why he drained his sisters’ money to spend on us; if my brother and my mother treated me like this..."

Manbao pondered then said, "I’d hide a lot of money, then steal a horse and wander the world."

"He’s too frail to go anywhere," Bai Shan said, "Otherwise, how do you know he hasn’t thought about it?"

Bai Erlang worriedly added, "You think, will he agree to leave offspring for their family?"

"He’s not a pig; shouldn’t marriage be about finding someone he likes and who likes him back?" Manbao said, "It’s not just up to him alone, even though he’s received his family’s favors and owes them in return, in my view, having his sisters take in husbands or adopting their children is just as valid. After all, they’re happy, he’s happy, and the child would still be of their Yin family’s bloodline, right? Why must he himself have a child?"

Bai Shan then turned and asked, "Can he even have children?"