The Lucky Farmgirl
Chapter 907 - 885: Glamor

Chapter 907: Chapter 885: Glamor

Yang Heshu couldn’t help but look up and smile. This was why he liked the three of them—because their aspirations always found harmony, and people with similar ambitions tended to have similar understandings of the world.

The four were chatting merrily as they copied ledgers.

They picked their own ledgers to copy, having read and studied them before, which meant they had some recollection. People like Bai Shan and Manbao, with their excellent memories, could glance over the contents and remember them, then bury their heads in their writing. Therefore, their speed was much faster than when they had first organized and calculated the accounts, and it was also less mentally taxing.

So the study became lively, with the three chattering away and even drawing County Magistrate Yang, who was still examining their completed ledgers, into their conversation.

County Magistrate Yang was unfazed; he could multitask with ease, which made everyone feel that copying ledgers wasn’t so boring after all.

Copying was much faster than organizing. Just as the people sent by County Magistrate Tang arrived in Luojiang County, the four had copied all the ledgers.

Then County Magistrate Yang led the three youngsters to the hall to watch the excitement—no, to watch a play.

After fourteen days, the letter from County Magistrate Tang to his in-laws finally reached the capital. It was hard to imagine the sort of mental struggle his father-in-law’s family went through before they reluctantly agreed: on one hand, they released news that Madam Wang was ill, seemingly quite seriously; on the other hand, they sent servants to fetch their dear granny from the south to visit the family and attend to the sick.

Since falling ill, Madam Wang had been constantly thinking of her dearest daughter.

The Wang Family’s servants rushed to Yizhou City, and after meeting their son-in-law, they learned that granny had gone to Luojiang County for leisure. So, they took a detour to Luojiang to fetch her.

Of course, among the entourage were people sent by County Magistrate Tang. With a grand procession, they reached Luojiang County, where County Magistrate Yang stood on the side with a look of concern—watching the excitement.

Madam Tang dabbed the corners of her eyes, squeezing out two tears, and inquired about her mother’s condition. Learning that it wasn’t good, she decided to pack her things and set off immediately.

Ms. Cui hurriedly advised, "Cousin, even if you must leave, there’s no need to rush this instant. You also have a child, and we need to pack all the necessary items for the road. I think we should pack up today and start the journey tomorrow."

Yang Heshu added, "Yes, sister-in-law, Dalang is still small, and with the onset of spring the weather is alternating between cold and warm, which makes it easy to catch a cold. Why not let Manbao help out and buy some medicine to prepare? We’ll also get food ready so sister-in-law and nephew can have a safe and smooth journey to the capital."

Madam Tang looked up at him, nodded.

Yang Heshu appeared to breathe a big sigh of relief and turned his head to give Ms. Cui a gentle smile, "There’s no need to rush at home. You and Manbao go to the pharmacy to prepare some medicine for sister-in-law to take along. I will have someone set off to book the inns along the way and arrange for meals. No matter how urgent it feels in your heart, we mustn’t rush on the road. Only then can we ensure sister-in-law and nephew’s comfort."

Ms. Cui, looking at Yang Heshu’s smile, blankly agreed.

The servants from the Wang Family thought to themselves that the eldest son of the Yang Family was indeed humble and considerate, no wonder he was praised throughout the capital.

After discussing with Madam Tang, Ms. Cui pulled Manbao along to go buy medicine. It was only after they left that she realized something was off—why did she need to bring Manbao with her to purchase medicines?

But both were already seated in the carriage, with Manbao looking excited, so it didn’t seem right to ask too many questions.

The carriage traveled all the way to Jishi Hall. Manbao hopped down from the carriage step, turning to assist Ms.Cui, but Hongxue had already supported her. Their gazes met and they shared a smile.

Manager Zheng from Jishi Hall popped his head out to look, and the first person he saw was Manbao, to which he blinked in surprise. Then he saw an unfamiliar lady, his eyes sweeping over the carriage they arrived in, and a thought struck him. He hurriedly stepped out to greet them.

"Manbao, when did you come back?"

Manbao warmly greeted Manager Zheng. Although she had not officially become Doctor Ji’s student, he was indeed teaching her. Manager Zheng had also studied under Doctor Ji in the past. The two were not formally recognized as fellow disciples, but they shared a real bond like that of siblings. Without any embarrassment, she addressed Manager Zheng, who was about the same age as her own father, as "Brother Zheng" and then said, "I’ve been back for half a month now."

Manager Zheng was well aware of this; his father and Doctor Ji valued Manbao very much, treating her almost like a precious gem and nurturing her talents. He couldn’t help but ask, "You’re not studying with Doctor Ji anymore?"

"I am, it’s just that there’s some business at home that requires my attention for a while," Manbao felt that she would still return to continue learning medicine. "This time, I came to buy some medicinal herbs for backup. Oh, this is our county magistrate’s wife, Sister Cui. This is the manager of Jishi Hall. His medical skills are quite decent. If you fall ill in the future, or need to buy any medicine, you can come to him."

Manager Zheng felt that this child talked too much but also wasn’t good at speaking and quickly tried to smooth things over, "Madam Yang, I’ve seen and please forgive her; this child speaks frankly and meant no disrespect."

Ms. Cui had finally understood and laughed, "I know, Manbao is lively and kind-hearted, I naturally know she has no other meaning. But I did not expect Manbao to know medical skills as well."

Manbao smiled naively, and Manager Zheng added, "Her medical skills are truly good, even Doctor Ji from Yizhou City has high praise for her."

After exchanging compliments with Manbao, Manager Zheng also took the opportunity to introduce their pharmacy and then said, "In the future, if Madam wants to buy any medicine, you can just send someone with the prescription. It’s not necessary for you to come personally, as our resident doctors occasionally make house calls as well."

It was then that Ms. Cui realized, yes, why had she come here?

Thinking of the smile Yang Heshu had shown her just before she left the house, Ms. Cui’s cheeks flushed slightly, and she quickly lowered her head to hide it, saying, "It just so happened I was out for a walk today."

She looked at Manbao and asked with a smile, "What medicines should we buy?"

"Prepare some medicines for epidemic diseases at this time, and then some for treating colds, coughs, and fevers should be about right," Manbao said, already thinking of the prescriptions, and listed them one by one. Manager Zheng, along with a young assistant, began to prepare the medicines.

Manbao said, "Just take three doses of each; if two doses don’t bring relief, it would be better to call a local doctor for a consultation."

Manager Zheng nodded in agreement.

While they were selecting medicines, County Magistrate Yang summoned his trusted aides to his study. Bai Shan and Bai Erlang had each properly packaged the items to be handed to County Magistrate Yang.

County Magistrate Yang placed the packages on the table and said, "You will set off together, but take two separate routes to the capital. One will arrange accommodations for Madam Tang along the way, and the other will go directly to Lord Tang’s residence, delivering this package and my letter to Lord Tang."

The aides replied softly in affirmation.

County Magistrate Yang paused for a moment and then spoke in a low voice, "This item is extremely important. If anyone tries to intercept it, destroy it rather than let it fall into their hands."

The aides had thought it was a routine letter, but upon hearing this, they tensed up and bowed their heads, responding earnestly.

Only then did County Magistrate Yang nod and wave his hand, "Go."

The lead aide stepped forward to take the package and, placing the letter into his chest, departed.

These men left the study, headed to the stables to choose horses and set off. It did not take long for Madam Tang to learn of this. Her head maid reported in a low voice, "...In total, there were six men who left together, all riding fine horses."

Madam Tang huffed, "Six people are needed just to arrange lodgings for me; Yang Changbo truly values loyalty and friendship."

The head maid silently dared not speak.

Madam Tang flicked her handkerchief and said, "Never mind, I will find out one day. Go and pack our things; we’re returning to the capital."

"Yes."