Miss Truth
Chapter 343 - 216: Forensic Doctor Ran’s Masterpiece Poem

Chapter 343: Chapter 216: Forensic Doctor Ran’s Masterpiece Poem

Treating external injuries is different from other illnesses; it’s not enough to just take one’s pulse and ask about the condition. Ran Yan isn’t afraid of people seeing her neck, but it’s hard not to let those kinds of marks on her full neck lead to speculation.

However, when Ran Yan met Doctor Zhou, she mostly put those concerns to rest. He was an old man in his fifties, with a slightly hunched back, dressed in a pale green official uniform with a round collar, wearing a black gauze cap. His face was pale and his muscles slack with deep creases already forming. His eyelids drooped slightly, preventing others from easily seeing his gaze. His demeanor was neither arrogant nor overly humble, clearly one of those who saw nothing but the ailment before him apart from medicine.

Protecting the privacy of patients is also part of a doctor’s ethics, especially for an Imperial Physician.

"Seventeen, come and greet Doctor Zhou," Ran Pingyu said.

Ran Yan and Rong Qian both stood up and curtseyed to Doctor Zhou, "The child of the Ran family, Seventeen, greets Doctor Zhou."

"Seventeen flatters this old man too much," Doctor Zhou extended his hand to help her up, "No need for such courtesies, no need."

Having been in the government for decades, though as a doctor his rank topped at a seventh-grade Chief Imperial Doctor and he wasn’t involved in any significant national affairs, Doctor Zhou’s frequent dealings with high court officials gave him a profound understanding of officialdom. The moment Xiao Song asked him to come, he had approximately understood the importance of Ran Yan, thus he did not dare to neglect her.

"Assistant Minister Xiao had entrusted me to come early this morning, but I was delayed as the Emperor called upon me to inquire about the little Princess’s condition. I hope Seventeen forgives me," Doctor Zhou explained, even though he knew Ran Yan wasn’t aware of Xiao Song’s commission.

Attending to the Princess was his duty, and coming to treat her wound was merely a favor. Ran Yan, unsure how to respond and afraid that saying more might lead to mistakes, simply said sincerely, "Doctor Zhou exaggerates."

For treating wounds, naturally, it wouldn’t do to have an audience. Doctor Zhou requested that except for the personal maid, everyone should wait outside. This was also Xiao Song’s intention.

It was a minor matter, and Ran Pingyu and the others naturally complied.

Upon unwrapping the bandages, Doctor Zhou indeed ignored the various marks and only expressed surprise upon seeing the sutured wound, "Such suturing technique... may I know who performed it?"

With such superb medical skills, there was really no need for him to come. Doctor Zhou’s forte was not treating external injuries, although he was skilled, he couldn’t compare with Su Fu. After all, Su Fu was an assassin, frequently suffering flesh wounds and often "experimenting" on himself. Practice makes perfect!

"Liu Qingsong," since Su Fu himself had not revealed his medical skills, Ran Yan didn’t want to expose him, but she couldn’t claim to have done the stitching herself and so had no choice but to use Liu Qingsong as a scapegoat.

Doctor Zhou was familiar with Liu Qingsong and knew of his extraordinary medical skills, so he had no reason to doubt, yet he was astounded to think that Assistant Minister Xiao was so concerned about this Miss Ran Shiqi! He had sent a doctor to treat her and then had asked him to check again specially.

The main reason Xiao Song didn’t allow Liu Qingsong to come was that he knew of Liu Qingsong’s nature; he couldn’t live without gossiping. If he saw those marks on Ran Yan’s neck, it would likely spell trouble.

"Doctor Liu’s use of medicine is also excellent, and the wound has healed nicely. There’s no need for additional medications, but seeing Seventeen’s complexion, it seems she has lost too much blood. You should take good care to replenish it. I will write you a prescription," Doctor Zhou said.

Upon hearing this, Ge Lan immediately prepared paper and ink on a table in the outer room.

Ran Yan gave her thanks, "Thank you for your trouble, Doctor Zhou."

Doctor Zhou said a polite word and then stood up to leave. After writing the prescription, he mentioned that he had official duties to attend to at the Government Office and declined Ran Pingyu’s invitation to stay for a meal.

Ran Pingyu personally escorted Doctor Zhou out, seizing the opportunity to strengthen their relationship.

Madam Luo felt conflicted for a moment. Since last night, she had sensed Xiao Song’s affection for Ran Yan, feeling both excited and worried. For her family, it was more advantageous for Ran Yan to marry Xiao Song than the sixth house of the Cui family. While the sixth house of the Cui family sounded prestigious, that branch was dwindling, and aside from Sang Suiyuan, none had achievements of note. Moreover, with Sang Suiyuan’s casual and free-spirited disposition, he was not cut out for officialdom. A person like him, no matter how educated, brought no benefit to Ran Pingyu’s business interests.

In contrast, Assistant Minister Xiao possessed both status and an illustrious family background, and he was also exceptionally handsome. The only downside was his supposed fate of outliving his wives... but if it weren’t for that, Ran Yan wouldn’t have a chance...

Perhaps she should go to Master Chuanyun quietly and have their birthdays matched. If it were fated? Master Chuanyun had calculated Xiao Song’s fortune and would certainly know his birth chart.

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