This time, it was Luo Wanqing who looked down upon the Heir Apparent's wife and Lu Jingning and the others.
She appeared leisurely, "Heir Apparent's wife, may I ask how my influence fares? Does it compare to that of your Qin County Prince's estate?"
The Heir Apparent's wife gritted her teeth, "It is this humble wife's oversight."
"I am also giving Heir Apparent's wife a lesson. Never underestimate anyone. You might think the other party has no backing or support, but in reality, it's simply because they are low-key," Luo Wanqing said. "Take me as an example! Heir Apparent's wife, wouldn't you agree?"
"You are right," the Heir Apparent's wife responded reluctantly.
"Then, are you still going to smash my medical clinic?" Luo Wanqing asked.
"This humble wife dares not," the Heir Apparent's wife replied.
"Good, then Heir Apparent's wife, please see yourself out." Luo Wanqing waved her hand casually, as if the Heir Apparent's wife were a stray dog.
The Heir Apparent's wife stood up, and Lu Jingning quickly followed suit.
"No need to see you off." After speaking, Luo Wanqing turned to talk to Qi Zhenzhen, "Come, let's go to the inner hall. I'll take your pulse and check your physical condition, and also see how my little niece is doing."
The Heir Apparent's wife, who had already reached the doorway, paused. Did this mean Qi Zhenzhen was carrying a girl? She didn't care whether Qi Zhenzhen was having a boy or a girl. What she cared about was that the owner of the Hundred Herbs Hall could discern the sex of the unborn child, a skill not possessed by ordinary physicians.
At this moment, the Heir Apparent's wife regretted her impulsiveness. If she had spoken politely, perhaps the physician would have been willing to examine her daughter-in-law.
Lu Jingning shared the same thought as the Heir Apparent's wife. How had she not realized her mother-in-law was so foolish before? She had initially thought that with the County Prince's estate's influence, the divine physician would not dare to refuse. But now, it seemed the divine physician clearly disregarded the County Prince's estate. If it were her, she would have restrained herself immediately. With a better attitude, if the request for medical help failed this time, there would be another next time. As long as the heart was sincere, there would always be a chance to achieve one's wish.
But now, the situation had escalated. Not only this divine physician, but they would likely not be able to come to the Hundred Herbs Hall in the future.
Moreover, the person beside the divine physician just now was Qi Zhenzhen. She had watched the entire spectacle unfold. If she were to tell Qi Mingzhu about this later, she would have completely embarrassed herself in front of Qi Mingzhu. Furthermore, the divine physician's relationship with Qi Zhenzhen was clearly very good. This also meant that Qi Mingzhu could get in touch with this divine physician through Qi Zhenzhen.
"Mother," Lu Jingning said softly, stroking the Heir Apparent's wife's back, "Don't be angry. This was an accident. Who knew she had connections with His Majesty?"
"If she hadn't been so secretive, why would I have acted this way?" the Heir Apparent's wife said indignantly.
"Yes." Lu Jingning agreed verbally, but inwardly she wished she could curse her mother-in-law. As the future Princess of the County, did she have enough brains for this?
"Jingning, don't worry. Mother will definitely find you a better physician," the Heir Apparent's wife patted Lu Jingning's hand. "You are still young, and there's no rush. First, recuperate your body, and we'll take our time."
Lu Jingning's eyes showed gratitude, but her heart seethed with anger. The opportunity that was once within her grasp was now lost because of this fool. And what did she mean by "no rush"? It was clear that she disliked Qi Mingzhu while also caring about the child in her womb. Because of this child, there was no rush, and they could take their time.
This meant she was not being taken seriously at all. Since that was the case, she could not rely solely on her. Lu Jingning clenched her fists tightly under her wide sleeves. Relying on others is not as good as relying on oneself.