That night, the situation was quite urgent, and I hadn't paid attention to Mu Xiang's appearance. Now, after Gu Yitong's reminder, upon careful observation, I found that their eyes were carved from the same mold, both a pair of exceptionally beautiful peach blossom eyes.
Gu Yitong's gaze always revealed a shrewdness characteristic of a merchant, never changing. However, upon closer inspection, it was not difficult to discover that Gu Yitong's eyes seemed to be covered by a veil. Her shrewd and calculating gaze was merely a protective shell she maintained for herself, preventing others from seeing her true thoughts.
Mu Xiang's gaze, on the other hand, was very clean and clear, yet it always carried an undeniable sadness and melancholy. Watching Gu Yitong's retreating back as she entered the house, his eyes were filled with a calm tranquility, as if nothing could stir a ripple in his heart. Was this not another form of self-protection?
Sensing Lu Yu's gaze constantly upon him, Mu Xiang met her gaze without reservation. Lu Yu slightly averted her eyes and bowed towards Mu Xiang and Zi Su, expressing her gratitude.
"Thank you both for escorting Gu Yitong back to our clinic. Would you two care to stay and join us for a meal at the restaurant?"
Upon hearing this, Wu Shao quickly chimed in, wanting to accompany them for the meal.
Zi Su had no objections and shifted her gaze to Mu Xiang, as if waiting for him to make the decision.
"No, I have matters to attend to this afternoon, so I won't be staying." Zi Su immediately refused, as if unwilling to have any further association with them.
"Yes, I also have matters to attend to this afternoon, so I'll be leaving with Mu Xiang," Mu Xiang said, and as soon as he finished speaking, Zi Su quickly replied.
Since the two were unwilling, Lu Yu couldn't insist. Lu Yu escorted them to the door, and the two bowed slightly before turning to leave.
"So beautiful."
Wu Shao exclaimed at the doorway, his eyes following their retreating figures until they were completely out of sight.
Seeing her infatuated expression, Lu Yu patted her head, "Alright, hurry up and go eat. We still have work to do this afternoon."
Wu Shao felt a bit embarrassed at being caught in her infatuation, scratched her head, agreed, and slowly moved into the inner room.
Gu Yitong was thoroughly drunk and lay on the bed, unconscious. Lu Yu had to force-feed her two bowls of hangover soup before she showed any signs of consciousness.
Seeing Gu Yitong trying to push herself up from the bed, Lu Yu pressed her back down, "You should rest well. You don't need to help this afternoon."
"Right! I'll assist Doctor Lu."
Hearing Lu Yu say this, Wu Shao chuckled and quickly stated her willingness, wanting to prove her capabilities.
Gu Yitong's mind was still somewhat hazy. Upon hearing someone say they would assist Lu Yu, she lay back down on the bed and fell asleep.
The afternoon passed quickly. With the help of Wu Shao and the two apprentices, Lu Yu found it very easy. The bookkeeping for the day was entrusted to the two apprentices to supervise each other, while Wu Shao could completely take over the usual work of the two apprentices.
Fortunately, there weren't many patients today, otherwise, Wu Shao would have been overwhelmed.
At Shenshi, Lu Yu instructed the two apprentices to take good care of Gu Yitong. She would fully recover soon, and then they could leave.
Before leaving, Lu Yu took a basic medical book from the clinic's bookshelf and handed it to Wu Shao, "I have a task for you today."
"You have two days to memorize all the knowledge in this medical book. I will test you the day after tomorrow."
This medical book was not thin. Wu Shao looked at the book in her hand and listened to Lu Yu's words, finding it somewhat unbelievable. She looked up and saw that Lu Yu was not joking, so she solemnly accepted the medical book and said confidently, "I guarantee I will remember it all!"
Lu Yu nodded with some satisfaction. Lu Yu did not intend to make things difficult for her but wanted to observe her attitude.
A physician must never be quick to retreat when faced with difficulties; they must always have the attitude and determination to face challenges head-on.
Wu Shao's disposition greatly pleased Lu Yu.
When Lu Yu arrived home, Shen Xuan was painting in the room, and Afu was grinding ink beside him. His movements were very skilled, suggesting that Shen Xuan often practiced calligraphy and painting at home.
Lu Yu did not want to disturb him and approached quietly from behind. She stopped at a moderate distance, just enough to see what Shen Xuan was painting.
"So, my dear husband is painting the scene of you and me in the fields back then."
Lu Yu's voice came from behind, causing both of them to turn their heads.
Afu bowed slightly upon seeing Lu Yu return and discreetly left for another room. As he left, he thoughtfully closed the door.
Shen Xuan sat in his chair, smiling with his eyes curved, "How did my wife know?"
"Your background is painted so clearly, it must be the scene of you and me gazing at each other affectionately in the fields."
Lu Yu said, raising an eyebrow at Shen Xuan with a triumphant expression.
"How do you know I wasn't preparing to paint a scene of us playing with the children?" Shen Xuan's eyes darted, and he turned back to continue painting.
"Of course, I know." Lu Yu walked behind Shen Xuan, bent down, and her warm breath sprayed onto Shen Xuan's head, making the stray hairs on his head tremble slightly. "Because your eyes and heart are only filled with me, I know."
Lu Yu's words made Shen Xuan blush again, and he shifted uncomfortably.
The hair on his head tickled Lu Yu's face. Lu Yu raised her body slightly and lowered her head to watch Shen Xuan continue painting.
As she watched, her thoughts began to wander. From this angle, she could clearly see the fair skin hidden beneath Shen Xuan's clothes. With each breath Shen Xuan took, it rose and fell slightly, revealing glimpses of what lay beneath.
This made Lu Yu unable to resist the urge to explore further. Lu Yu's breathing grew heavier, and she swallowed frequently, her face becoming redder and redder.
"Xuan'er..." Lu Yu called out softly, her voice hoarse.
Shen Xuan, unaware of the impending danger, turned his head, tilted his chin up, and opened his small mouth, "Wife, what... mmph..."
As Shen Xuan began to speak, before he could finish, Lu Yu surged forward and instantly sealed his slightly parted red lips.
This kiss was different from the usual ones. It was no longer a light peck but a passionate engagement, a deep exploration and probing.
Shen Xuan felt himself being held in a strong, powerful embrace, pinned to the table, unable to move. He paid no mind to the unfinished painting beneath him, his mind a blank slate.
With a "clang," the inkstone was accidentally knocked to the ground by the two and rolled under the chair. Neither of them had the energy to pay attention to anything else, completely immersed in this tender and passionate moment.
Lu Yu's tongue gently probed into Shen Xuan's mouth, as if testing. Confirming that Shen Xuan was not uncomfortable, she deepened the kiss, making Shen Xuan's entire body go numb and his head feel dizzy. He responded to Lu Yu, offering some reciprocation.
Shen Xuan's response was like a raging fire, instantly burning away Lu Yu's reason.
Lu Yu's hands also became restless. The two, back and forth, clung tightly together.