The crowd exchanged glances, unsure of what Young Master Xiao intended to do.
Shangguan Fang'er stared blankly at Xiao Jinfeng, thinking to herself, "You'd better leave quickly; you're not welcome here anyway."
Xiao Jinfeng rubbed his aching stomach and said earnestly, "To be frank, I sent someone to find a renowned physician a few days ago. I heard he is exceptionally skilled and can bring the dead back to life, specializing in treating 'madness' like Miss Fang'er's. If you all trust me, let that physician examine Miss Fang'er. Rest assured, I have already paid the consultation fee..."
After his speech, Old Man Yun was the most bewildered. He clicked his tongue and looked at Xiao Jinfeng, "Young Master Xiao, Miss Fang'er is one of us Yun family. Isn't it improper for you to arrange a doctor for her?"
Even though they knew Shangguan Fang'er was a princess of a fallen kingdom, since she lived with the Yun family and was so close to San Man, the Yun family naturally considered her one of their own.
Madam Gu also looked curious, wondering why Young Master Xiao would help Shangguan Fang'er with no apparent reason. Had they known each other before?
"Uncle Yun, there's no need to be polite. The doctor has already been summoned. It won't hurt anything to let him feel Miss Fang'er's pulse!" Xiao Jinfeng said with a smile.
Gu Mingyan glanced at him indifferently. He had previously thought the Second Prince, Xiao Jinfeng, was merely a profit-driven, insidious, and cunning person. But seeing him today, he wasn't as unbearable as the rumors suggested. A man with a heart for others couldn't be entirely wicked. Perhaps the immense pressure and burden from Consort Xian and his secret supporters over the years had forced Xiao Jinfeng to become a 'puppet' manipulated by others.
Little Xi Tian asked, "Young Master Xiao, is the doctor you found reliable?" She was fine as long as he was better than her. For illnesses like colds, fevers, headaches, and fractures, or high blood pressure and high blood sugar, Little Xi Tian was quite capable. However, she absolutely dared not attempt to diagnose and prescribe medicine for a "mad" person. She had examined Sister Fang'er last time, and after taking the medicine she prepared, Fang'er had become even crazier and more foolish.
Xiao Jinfeng pursed his lips and smiled. "It is said that this elder doctor has lived in the Northern Frontier for many years and has treated all sorts of patients with all kinds of difficult and complicated diseases. This time, we can also let him examine Miss Huaihua for her muteness. Perhaps after a few doses of medicine, she will be able to speak!"
One shouldn't seek medical treatment randomly when ill, but that white-bearded old man had been practicing medicine for so many years, and his reputation as a divine physician, Ming Yang Wan Li, was known to almost everyone. The name 'Guan Zhongbo' was practically a household name. Moreover, Jin Huaihua's tongue was intact, and her vocal cords could produce sound. Perhaps she had suffered a severe cold in her childhood, with a high fever that rendered her mute. For such patients, the probability of recovery would be very high.
Yun Da Man listened and asked curiously, "Young Master Xiao, why are you helping our family?" Although this young man hadn't done anything outrageous, ever since the old Yun family learned he was Xiao Jin Heng's archrival, they had deliberately kept their distance from him. Yet, even so, Xiao Jinfeng was still willing to help their family with medical treatment.
"Because you are all good people, and I like good people who are kind and simple!" Xiao Jinfeng said faintly.
Gu Mingyan: "..." Just pretend. When your true colors are revealed, let's see how you explain yourself to the Yun family.
Madam Gu pondered for a moment, then looked up at Xiao Jinfeng, "If that's the case, let us pay the consultation fee ourselves. Thank you, Young Master Xiao, for helping find a doctor!" One must have principles, and Madam Gu was not someone who liked to take advantage of others. She did not want to owe Xiao Jinfeng a favor.
"Alright, then it's settled. Tomorrow morning, I will bring Divine Physician Guan here. After curing Miss Fang'er and Miss Huaihua, I will leave Dashui Village..." He had lost the PK match against Chi Dou Bao, and if he lingered shamelessly, the Yun family would dislike him even more. Most importantly, he had already confirmed the Crown Prince's hiding place, so staying longer was meaningless. He feared that upon returning to the palace, his mother might take a series of actions to capture Xiao Jin Heng, turning his hard-won image of kindness into a joke.
Madam Gu nodded, "Then we will trouble you, Young Master Xiao!"
In the latter half of the night, vomiting sounds emanated from both guest rooms simultaneously, disturbing the entire Yun family. Xiao Jinfeng and Gu Mingyan had eaten too many sticky bean buns, which were difficult to digest and piled up in their stomachs, leading to stomach cramps and frequent acid reflux, making them extremely uncomfortable.
"Your Highness, are you alright?" Er Long Zi stood by the kang, looking worriedly at Xiao Jinfeng. "Should I go find Doctor Guan to prescribe some medicine for you?"
Xiao Jinfeng, who was leaning over the edge of the kang with his head almost in the chamber pot, shook his head painfully. "No, no need. *Ugh*, this little setback can't defeat this king, *ugh*!"
Er Long Zi: "..." So, why did you have to compete with Marquis Gu? That fellow is a refined scoundrel, always plotting.
"Your Highness, are you really planning to return to the palace?" Er Long Zi wet a towel and handed it to Xiao Jinfeng. "Yesterday, the secret guards delivered a secret letter from Consort Xian. The letter asked if you had found the Crown Prince and why you weren't keeping in touch with her. If you return to the palace now, not only will the Consort punish you, but she will also take action against the Crown Prince. So... so you must consider carefully and not touch the Consort's inverse scale!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinfeng weakly lifted his head, his eyes bloodshot. He stared at Er Long Zi for a moment, then suddenly laughed self-mockingly, "What's so good about the position of Crown Prince? Even if one becomes emperor, one still doesn't have a moment's peace, facing this fragmented country with internal and external troubles. One will have to worry about it in the future..."
As he spoke, Xiao Jinfeng took the towel and wiped his wet lips. "Er Long Zi, look at Dashui Village. Although it's covered in white snow now, when spring comes and everything revives, this village will surely be beautiful and suitable for outings. Have you heard? Behind Dashui Village is a Camel Peak Mountain. That mountain is full of various rare birds and beasts, precious medicinal herbs, wild game, and mountain products. It even has agarwood trees. Don't you think this place is good?"
Er Long Zi: "..." Judging by your words, do you intend to settle in Dashui Village? Becoming a recluse isn't that easy. You should ask the Consort if she agrees first.
"Dashui Village is rich in natural resources and has outstanding people, with excellent feng shui. The farmhouse food is also delicious. I truly don't want to leave this place!" Xiao Jinfeng murmured to himself.
Er Long Zi listened and sighed softly. "Your Highness, can you not be so extreme in your actions? Who in this world dislikes money and power? Yet you are so fond of this little village, with its feng shui and scenery. If Consort Xian finds out, she'll skin you alive."
Thinking of this, just as Er Long Zi was about to persuade him, he suddenly heard a faint 'creak' from outside the door.