After Transmigration, I Picked Up A Husband and Daughter-Chapter 44 - Seeking Help in Private
Chapter 44: Chapter 44 Seeking Help in Private
Chapter 44: Chapter 44 Seeking Help in Private
To outsiders, the reasons may have been unclear, but to Song Xiaoniang, everything was as transparent as a mirror — it was simply a matter of valuing the young woman from the countryside whose medical skills were exceptional and trying to keep her there to treat some unspeakable hidden ailments.
Song Xiaoniang sneered inwardly, unwilling to let this plan easily succeed, and thus she retorted coldly, “It is already improper for a woman to stay overnight outside her home. How can she possibly linger any longer? Besides, how can our Lin Mansion allow outsiders to stay overnight at will?”
Upon hearing this, Su Yu glanced at Song Xiaoniang and felt disdain in her heart.
This person always loved to meddle in everything. Whether she stayed in Lin Mansion or not, what did it have to do with a mere Xiaoniang?
What was even more surprising was that this Xiaoniang dared to openly disagree with the main mistress on multiple occasions.
This was truly rare in ancient households, showing her significant status in the heart of Young Master Tutor Lin.
However, Su Yu had no interest in the complex intrigues within the household; she only wanted to settle this matter as quickly as possible.
Thus, she went along with the flow, adopting Song Xiaoniang’s words, “What Song Xiaoniang says is very true. As a woman, I indeed should not venture out at night without good reason. If it weren’t for hearing that Master Han’s mother was critically ill, how could I have come here in the dead of night, disregarding proper etiquette? Now that the Old Lady’s condition has improved, I shall take my leave and not impose any further. Saving lives and helping the injured is a doctor’s duty; there’s no need for thanks. Master Han and his wife only need to pay the consultation fee as per usual.”
In saying so, Su Yu cleverly countered Song Xiaoniang’s doubts about her character and subtly reminded the Lin family to remember the favor she had extended by lending a helping hand.
Unfortunately, some people simply did not grasp her meaning and even misinterpreted her intentions.
Hearing this, Song Xiaoniang huffed through her nose and scoffed silently to herself.
Thinking that Su Yu was greedy and petty, indeed, she seemed like a shortsighted person from the countryside, clueless about the rules of a noble household.
Young Master Tutor Lin, upon hearing this, frowned and gave Song Xiaoniang a displeased look. Previously, he had thought her outspokenness was charming and delightful; now, however, he found her as foolish as a puppet.
“Of course, of course.”
Though Young Master Tutor Lin responded perfunctorily, he had other plans in mind.
He immediately turned to the butler and instructed, “Qi Er, go quickly to the accounting room and fetch the consultation fee. Be sure to deliver it to Doctor Su with both hands as a sign of our respect and gratitude.”
Su Yu felt increasingly confused by these people’s reactions, whether angry or laughing; they were truly baffling.
As she was pondering, she saw the Lin Mansion’s physician rushing over in haste, looking anxious and sweating profusely.
Uneasy, he knew that the Old Lady’s condition had baffled many renowned doctors, and he had not been able to attend to the illness in time due to a personal matter at home. He had prepared for the worst, but unexpectedly, at this critical moment, someone had managed to turn the tide and save the Old Lady’s life…
This morning in Lin Mansion, the sunlight had not yet fully dispersed the morning mist, and the servants’ busy figures were already weaving through the corridors.
Walking with steps light yet somewhat uneasy, Su Yu speculated silently. Why had Young Master Tutor Lin urgently summoned her this morning? Could it be because her recent successful treatments of the Old Lady had aroused jealousy in Doctor Zhu, putting her position as the mansion’s physician at risk?
Amidst her scattered thoughts, she had arrived at the main hall. Adjusting her emotions and straightening her robe, she pushed the door open with the utmost dignity and entered.
Inside the hall, Young Master Tutor Lin sat in the main seat, his gaze authoritative yet tinged with anticipation. Su Yu’s heart tightened, and she immediately knelt to greet him, her voice clear and polite, “Greetings to the master.”
This greeting was not only a sign of respect but also a demonstration of her self-restraint as a doctor.
Young Master Tutor Lin smiled slightly, then introduced to a young man beside him, “This is Doctor Zhu, a highly trusted doctor in my residence. Doctor Su, if there is any need for communication or assistance in medical skills, feel free to discuss it with him directly.”
Upon hearing this, Li Huaixin felt secretly fortunate. He had thought his position was at risk, but now it seemed it had been a false alarm, and he couldn’t help but become curious and respectful towards the young woman who had caught Young Master Tutor Lin’s attention.
He quickly stepped forward, his eyes filled with sincerity, “Doctor Su, I am Li Huaixin. I have long admired your medical skills. Please do not hesitate to instruct me if there is anything I should learn.”
Su Yu responded with a smile, then pulled out a carefully prepared prescription from her sleeve, not only thoroughly explaining the marvelous combinations of each herb but also emphasizing the precise heat and timing needed to prepare the decoction. Her professionalism and attention to detail impressed everyone present.
Moreover, she patiently taught the two maids by the Old Lady’s side how to use hollow-palm taps on the back at specific times to aid blood circulation. Energized by Su Yu’s treatments, the maids learned with utmost seriousness, their eyes shining with gratitude towards Su Yu.
Once everything was arranged, the butler Qi Er respectfully approached, handing over a heavy purse.
Su Yu skilfully caught it, lightly shook it, feeling the weight of the coins inside, and a satisfied smile appeared on her face.
She bowed deeply to Young Master Tutor and his wife, “Thank you, Young Master Tutor and Young Master Tutor’s wife, for your generous hospitality. Su Yu shall take her leave now.” With these words, she turned to leave.
The astute servant Yaoguang, quick on his feet and sharp in sight, immediately stepped forward to show her the way out.
Su Yu casually grabbed a handful of broken silver from the purse and gently placed it in Yaoguang’s hands, smiling, “Thank you for your hard work; this is just a small token of appreciation.”
Yaoguang received the silver tael with both hands, his excitement barely containable. This money was almost half a year’s worth of his earnings. He felt even more admiration and aspiration for this woman, who was of similar age but possessed superior medical skills.
Watching Su Yu’s receding figure, Young Master Tutor’s wife couldn’t help but feel an unexplained sense of loss.
Deep inside, she wished Su Yu would stay to treat her, but, concerned about reputation and afraid of criticism, she could only clench the handkerchief in her hand, resolving silently to find a way to learn of Su Yu’s residence later and seek her help privately.
All of this was observed by the cunning Song Xiaoniang.
Standing aside, her lips curled into a barely noticeable cold smirk, seemingly having seen through the thoughts of Young Master Tutor’s wife.
She secretly plotted to find a way to ruin Doctor Su’s reputation and see who could save Young Master Tutor’s wife then!
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Taking advantage of the moment when no one was paying attention, Song Xiaoniang quietly slipped into the Old Lady’s bedroom.
Soon, she exclaimed in feigned surprise, “Oh my, the priceless jade bracelet on the Old Lady’s hand is gone! That’s the Lin family’s heirloom, a symbol of ensuring the family’s prosperity and flourishing!”
The moment the words were spoken, they caused ripples as if a stone had been thrown into a calm lake.
Upon hearing the news, everyone rushed anxiously into the room, only to see the Old Lady’s wrist bare, the precious bracelet missing.
Young Master Tutor Lin’s face turned steel blue, his voice stern as he questioned the two maids, “Yun Xin, Qiu Yu, how have you been taking care of the Old Lady? Where is the bracelet?”
The two maids, terrified, knelt on the ground and pleaded repeatedly, “Master, we really didn’t notice it missing…”
“Didn’t notice? You accompany her day and night, how could you not notice such an important matter?”
