Chapter 1558: Assassination
Chapter 1558: Chapter 1558: Assassination
Nanny Tao said, "Madam Guo, there’s no need to worry. Our madam is merely experiencing a slight cold. She has already taken medicine, and after some rest, she’ll be fine."
Madam Guo finally relaxed, "It’s good that there’s nothing serious."
After saying this, there was a moment of silence in the room. Madam Guo wanted to say a few words to lighten the atmosphere, but she was not a talkative person, and having been frightened the previous night, she couldn’t find the words to say, which made her quite anxious.
Nanny Tao smiled; this Madam Guo was indeed straightforward and didn’t pretend, "Madam Guo, you seem frail, surely you’ve been exhausted from the journey. Would you like me to call a medical woman to take a look at you?"
A medical woman?
Madam Guo was taken by surprise, quickly responding, "No need, no need. I’m not so delicate; my body is quite fine, and there’s no need to trouble a medical woman."
She had heard that only noble families could afford to keep a medical woman. Madam Guo felt that she was merely the daughter of a government official and the wife of a poor Company Commander, without the luxury of having a medical woman examine her.
She feared causing trouble for the Qin family. After all, her family was relying on the Qin family now, and asking them to worry about her health might cause displeasure.
Nobody likes a person who is constantly ill.
Nanny Tao said, "The medical woman resides in the front courtyard; a call will bring her over, it’s not troublesome."
Saying this, she looked towards Xiao Ji.
After Xiao Ji bowed, he immediately went outside, returning with Qing Pu after a few minutes.
Nanny Tao said, "Qing Pu, please check Madam Guo’s health."
"Alright." Qing Pu replied, politely saluting Madam Guo before smiling and taking her pulse.
Madam Guo was very nervous, her hands shaking, fearing that if any health issues were found, the Qin family might dislike her, consequently burdening the Military Office personnel in Mingsong County.
But her health had indeed deteriorated from the exhaustion.
Qing Pu furrowed her brow at Madam Guo’s nervousness, then promptly smiled, "Madam Guo, there’s no need to worry. You have no major issues, just some ailments from childbirth, and exhaustion from traveling has weakened your system, which has accumulated cold. As long as you keep warm, rest timely, and take some medicine, you’ll be fine."
Madam Guo was greatly relieved, "Really?"
She had fainted twice recently, sometimes finding it difficult to breathe while walking, her stomach often bloated, and couldn’t eat. She thought she might not endure, but surprisingly it would take only some medicine to recover?
"Indeed." Qing Pu nodded, smiling, and added, "But Madam Guo should avoid overthinking; too much worrying affects the health, and you should take the medication on time to not skip doses, otherwise it won’t work."
To be honest, Madam Guo’s condition, if severely considered, could be seen as worn out. Her health requires careful nurturing for several years, or her lifespan may be shortened.
Madam Guo, hearing this, asked worriedly, "Is the medicine expensive?"
Her eyes reddened... Being a Company Commander’s wife was difficult. On the journey, any soldier’s families with issues regarding food, accommodation, or illness came to her. The family money, and money from her own family, was nearly exhausted, leaving her mentally strained.
Qing Pu glanced at Nanny Tao, and upon seeing her nod, said, "Madam Guo needn’t worry; the medicinal ingredients aren’t expensive. You can first take them for some time."
After saying this, she wrote two prescriptions, one for Madam Guo, the other for herself, "I’ll go to the front courtyard to prepare your medication."
"Alright, thank you, miss." Madam Guo wasn’t foolish; she knew the medicine surely wasn’t cheap, hastily looking for silver, but she only had a dozen broken silver left. If she gave it away, upon reaching Long’an Prefecture, she feared she wouldn’t have enough for settling.
Nanny Tao said, "These medicinal ingredients are mostly found along the way. Madam Guo, paying two taels of silver will suffice. After finishing this batch of medicine, we can discuss more."
If no payment was taken at all, it wouldn’t be good for either family.
Madam Guo was relieved upon hearing this, happily handing over two taels of silver to Qing Pu, sincerely saying, "Thank you, miss."
She then expressed her gratitude to Nanny Tao, "Thank you, nanny."
Nanny Tao smiled and said, "These are instructions from our madam; I’m merely following orders."
Madam Guo felt a sense of goodwill towards the unseen Gu Jinli, looking gratefully towards the left wing room, wiping tears as she said, "Company Commander Qin and Mrs. Qin are truly our saviors."
Nanny Tao smiled, conversing with Madam Guo briefly before standing up and saying, "Let me take you to meet the other Company Commanders’ wives."
Madam Guo was eager to oblige. Her duty as a Company Commander’s wife, aside from taking care of accompanying relatives, was to forge good relations with the wives of other commanders and Chief Commander Wives. She hurriedly said, "Thank you, nanny."
Nanny Tao stood up, letting Xiao Ji support Madam Guo. Just after exiting the main courtyard gate, they encountered Mrs. Han on the road.
Originally, Mrs. Han was supposed to bring Madam Guo to meet Gu Jinli, as Guo Daming and his people entered the manor, thanks to her family’s introduction.
But Mrs. Han was smart, understanding that Gu Jinli and Nanny Tao likely wanted to first observe Madam Guo’s character, so she waited outside instead.
"I humbly greet Madam Zhang." Nanny Tao and Xiao Ji saluted Mrs. Han.
Mrs. Han was pleased to see their cordial interaction, asking where they were heading, she smiled, "What a coincidence, Sister Yu is eager to play outside. I’ll bring her along with you all to relieve her boredom."
Madam Guo was naturally cheerful, familiar with Mrs. Han. Having Mrs. Han accompany her made her feel assured.
A few individuals, accompanied by maids, first met Ji Zhenniang, then Mrs. Kuang, Ms. Lu, and others.
Madam Guo was quite impressed, witnessing the various temperaments of these wives — some who were tearful, some bold, and some discerning. Although there were minor disturbances, the visits went relatively smoothly.
After spending four hours, they finally finished their tasks. Madam Guo had a meal with Mrs. Han and returned to her camp with gifts from several families.
Nanny Tao also returned to the main courtyard, noticing Gu Jinli hadn’t yet risen. With a smile, she took Xiao Ji and Erqing to handle other affairs.
...
Qin San Lang, after meeting Guo Daming, went to meet with the returning scouts You Ping, You Xi, and others. He revised the plan after hearing their report, setting the assassination time, handing the poison to them, before returning to the main courtyard.
"Xiao Yu." Qin San Lang would always softly call her every time he came back, fearing she might not have awakened this time, he whispered after entering, took off his cloak, and washed his hands and face, then proceeded to the inner room.
She was still asleep in the bed, her cheeks glowing like the early blooming peach flowers in the manor, looking delightful.
A smile appeared on Qin San Lang’s face; he leaned down to kiss her, murmuring, "Lazy one, still asleep till now; you’ll be starving if you don’t get up."
As he spoke, his hand slid under the quilt, landing on her flat stomach.
Hmm, soft and... wearing nothing.
Qin San Lang knew it wasn’t appropriate to act this way during the day, but he was genuinely tempted, inevitably taking off his clothes, wanting to sneak under the quilt for a nap with her.
However...
Gu Jinli was already awake, frowning she asked, "Why? Did I sleep late, is it now dark?"
So you’re undressing to sleep?