After lunch, Xie Jiang asked Lou Yi’an to examine Yi Yan’geng.
Wen Feng was somewhat puzzled.
Hadn't Miss Xie been treating their master? Their master's injuries had also improved after taking the medicine Miss Xie prepared. Was Doctor Lou's medical skill even superior to the Poison Doctor's?
Seeing Lou Yi’an’s eyebrows suddenly arch, Wen Feng was so nervous he didn't dare to breathe, fearing a new complication in his master's condition.
When they first received news of Miss Xie's mishap, their master had vomited blood. He hadn't rested at all during the journey, day and night, only taking the medicine Miss Xie gave him. Their master's injuries had likely worsened.
Wen Feng and Shan Bai were filled with worry.
Aunt He brought in a plate of sliced melon and handed a fork to Xie Jiang, then stood by to serve with the plate.
Xie Jiang ate as she asked, "How is it? Will he recover?"
Wen Feng couldn't help but glance back at her. Miss Xie seemed to have great confidence in Doctor Lou's medical skills, asking about recovery right away.
But if their master's injuries could be healed so easily, why would they have dragged on for so long, enduring such torment?
Seeing Xie Jiang casually sitting aside, calmly eating melon, as if for Lou Yi’an, healing Yi Yan’geng's injuries was as effortless as treating a common cold.
A hint of anticipation began to stir in Wen Feng's heart.
Although Doctor Lou appeared young, perhaps he was a hidden master. Maybe he could truly heal their master's injuries?
"He can be treated."
Under the overly eager gazes of Wen Feng and Shan Bai, Lou Yi’an finally spoke unhurriedly.
What did "can be treated" mean? Wen Feng looked expectantly at Lou Yi’an. Seeing that Lou Yi’an wasn't looking at him at all, he then looked expectantly at Xie Jiang.
Xie Jiang looked at Lou Yi’an and said, "His injury has been around for some time. If it's delayed further, it might damage the foundation. Treat him well."
Lou Yi’an gave her a meaningful glance.
Are you sure you want Yi Yan’geng cured?
Xie Jiang blinked. Yes, why not?
"Understood." Then I'll treat him.
Injuries that others couldn't heal and poisons they couldn't resolve were not difficult for Lou Yi’an.
No one was more familiar with the poison Yi Yan’geng had suffered than he was, because the poison had originated from him. What difficulty was there in him detoxifying himself from the poison he had concocted?
As for how his poison ended up on Yi Yan’geng.
Lou Yi’an's gaze drifted past Xie Jiang.
He had heard that more than two years ago, she had forcibly taken a man. It was said that at first, the man was resolute and would rather die than yield, but after not holding out for long, the two of them got together.
Later, one day, stimulated by something, she took poison from him and went to cause trouble. She herself drank the Forgetfulness River water and ended up injured.
Since some people and some matters were determined by her to be forgotten, those few people around her who knew would naturally not mention them again.
Most importantly, given her usual character, even if they mentioned it to her, she wouldn't admit it.
Since that was the case, everyone tacitly agreed to act as if some things had never happened.
It was her who abandoned others, not her who was abandoned.
In any calculation, she wasn't at a disadvantage.
When he had helped her concoct medicinal pills before, Lou Yi’an had already suspected something. Now, seeing Yi Yan’geng in person, he understood everything.
Yi Yan’geng's handsome appearance was such that it wasn't surprising she had set her sights on him.
What surprised Lou Yi’an was that Yi Yan’geng, who had nearly died by her hand, still dared to approach her. He heard that some people became addicted to being abused?
Or perhaps Yi Yan’geng was also attracted to her good looks?
Birds of a feather flock together; it was no wonder they were drawn to each other.
Xie Jiang stared at Lou Yi’an suspiciously. She seemed to see deep disdain and disgust in Lou Yi’an's gaze.
Shan Bai finally couldn't help but speak, "Can Doctor Lou cure master's injuries?" A complete and thorough cure?
Lou Yi’an said indifferently, "It's been delayed for too long, and the injury is somewhat complicated. It will just take more effort."
So, did Doctor Lou mean it could truly be cured?
Shan Bai and Wen Feng were overjoyed.
Who was this Doctor Lou, this peerless divine physician?
Yi Yan’geng remained calm and composed throughout, making it difficult to discern his emotions. He withdrew his gaze from Lou Yi’an and looked at Xie Jiang, who was eating melon, and asked, "Is Doctor Lou the true Poison Doctor?"
Wen Feng was stunned.
What did "true Poison Doctor" mean? Were there fake Poison Doctors?
Shan Bai looked at Xie Jiang in astonishment.
When they met below Xian Mountain, Miss Xie had claimed to be the Poison Doctor, and they had found it hard to believe.
Later, their master's injuries clearly improved after taking the medicine Miss Xie gave him. Miss Xie had also cured Madam Xu. Even if they didn't believe it, they had to.
Unexpectedly...
Xie Jiang readily admitted, "I borrowed Yi’an's Poison Doctor title to have some fun in the capital."
Wen Feng was dumbfounded.
Miss Xie was indeed a fake Poison Doctor!
But who would borrow such a title to have fun!
Lives were at stake!
Thinking that Miss Xie had gone to the Duke of Wei's mansion when she first arrived in the capital...
Madam Xu was truly blessed with immense fortune and destined not to die. Did Young Master Xu know that Miss Xie was an imposter?
Lou Yi’an didn't seem to consider this a big deal, nor did he worry about her tarnishing his reputation. The title of Poison Doctor was given by others, and he had no interest in whether his reputation was good or bad.
"Don't take the previous medicine anymore. I will prepare a new batch," Lou Yi’an said to Yi Yan’geng.
Yi Yan’geng nodded. "Alright."
Shan Bai immediately became a little nervous and asked, "Is there something wrong with the previous medicine?"
After all, Miss Xie was a fake Poison Doctor. How could Shan Bai not be nervous, fearing their master's life was being carelessly handled by her?
Lou Yi’an glanced at him. "The condition of the injury is changing, so the prescription must also change."
Shan Bai felt it was inappropriate after asking. Since Miss Xie's Poison Doctor title was borrowed, the previous medicine was naturally also made by Doctor Lou. He quickly cupped his hands in thanks to Lou Yi’an.
With the confirmation that Lou Yi’an was the true Poison Doctor, Yi Yan’geng's state of mind became even more stable.
Madam Xu's life and safety were merely tools in her hands.
She used the title of Poison Doctor to move into the Duke of Wei's mansion, gradually gaining Xu Hengyan's trust and approval.
Her intentions towards the Duke of Wei's mansion and Xu Hengyan could never be benevolent.
Seeing Lou Yi’an walk outside, Wen Feng hurried to follow him to ask for medical advice.
Lou Yi’an said, "Your master won't listen."
Wen Feng was speechless.
But he continued to follow Lou Yi’an, "If Doctor Lou is preparing new medicine, is there anything I can help with?"
The refusal was on the tip of Lou Yi’an's tongue, "...Yes." Why not use an extra pair of hands?
Some rare medicinal ingredients were difficult to buy even with money. It would be best for them to provide them.
He would use his current stock first, then ask them to supplement it doubly.
The farmhouse had limited rooms. Yi Yan’geng absolutely refused to move into the neighbors' house and insisted on living with Xie Jiang.
Aunt He then moved her belongings to the room where Yueyue and Yan’er were staying, letting Yi Yan’geng occupy her room.
Both of them were injured and ill. If they shared a room, neither of them would be able to rest well.