Yun Sanman crept to the window, squinting inside as he peered in.
Guan Zhongbo followed behind with his medicine box, a look of helplessness on his face. "I say, Yun Laosan, if you want to see your wife, do it openly. What's with all this sneaking around?"
He, a renowned divine physician, could have patients lining up in the capital for his pulse diagnosis and treatment, yet today he had to sneak in to see someone.
If people didn't know, they'd think he was looking for patients to practice on.
Yun Sanman rubbed his hands together and lowered his voice. "Divine Physician Guan, I truly apologize. Fang'er is unwilling to cooperate with treatment, so I can only examine her while she's asleep. Rest assured, if Fang'er's madness can truly be cured, I will not treat you unfairly!"
His sister was currently painting in the main room, and his parents had already retired. In the dead of night, it was the perfect time to take Fang'er's pulse.
Guan Zhongbo snorted and stiffened his neck. "Even without taking her pulse, I know what's going on with your little wife. She doesn't want acupuncture and finds the herbal medicine too bitter. What can I do?"
Yun Sanman walked to the door and gently pushed it open a crack. "Divine Physician Guan, rest assured, with me here this time, she won't be able to resist!"
Guan Zhongbo: "..."
Let's hope so.
A moment later, the two pushed open the door and tiptoed inside.
On the large heated brick bed, Shangguan Fang'er lay sprawled out like a starfish, fast asleep.
The kang was burning so hot that a thin layer of sweat had formed on her forehead, her hair falling loose and obscuring half her cheek.
Guan Zhongbo opened his medicine box and took out a set of slender silver needles, instructing Yun Sanman, "Don't let her wake up. I want to live a few more years!"
Yun Sanman couldn't suppress a chuckle, thinking, if you poke her with needles, of course she'll wake up.
Not only would Guan Zhongbo get beaten, but Yun Sanman would also be beaten into a pig's head.
"Divine Physician Guan, you doing this..." Yun Sanman leaned close to Guan Zhongbo's ear and whispered a few words.
A moment later, a bowl of herbal medicine was poured into Shangguan Fang'er's mouth. She coughed twice and suddenly opened her eyes.
Seeing Yun Sanman sitting beside her with a smile, Shangguan Fang'er finally let down her guard and let out a long sigh. "Sanman, why aren't you sleeping? Huh? Where's Sweet Baby? Where did she go?"
Why did her head feel so dizzy, and she was too sleepy to open her eyes...
Yun Sanman stroked her hair, his eyes overflowing with tenderness. "Sister went to paint. She'll be back later. Sleep, I'll stay with you!"
Shangguan Fang'er stared blankly at Yun Sanman, said 'Oh,' rested her head on his lap, and soon fell into a deep sleep.
After hearing her snores, Guan Zhongbo quickly emerged from behind the door and stepped forward to check. "Is she sound asleep?"
"Mmm!" Yun Sanman nodded. "Let's begin!"
As long as he could cure Fang'er's illness, he would do anything.
Although his current methods were not very dignified, Yun Sanman, eager for treatment, could not afford to worry about anything else.
He would explain to Fang'er later after she was cured.
Guan Zhongbo's acupuncture technique was extremely skilled. He inserted several needles into Shangguan Fang'er's forehead, neck, temples, and the back of her head.
Shangguan Fang'er, in her unconscious state, wore an extremely pained expression, letting out low moans.
"Fang'er, don't be afraid, it'll be over soon, it'll be over soon!" Yun Sanman held her tightly, urging Guan Zhongbo to hurry.
Guan Zhongbo was utterly speechless. He had never been so nervous during major surgery.
"Almost there, almost there, don't rush!" Guan Zhongbo wiped his sweat and continued to insert needles.
Just then, footsteps were suddenly heard outside the door.
Yun Sanman and Guan Zhongbo exchanged glances, their faces suddenly startled.
It was too late to stop now. The two looked at the door simultaneously. With a creak, the door was gently pushed open, and a cute little head peeked in.
"Brother San, Doctor Guan, what are you doing?" Little Xi Tian asked in a clear voice, blinking her big eyes.
Yun Sanman was so scared he was sweating profusely, his breathing uneven.
Seeing his sister toddle in, he finally breathed a sigh of relief. "Sister, come in quickly, Divine Physician Guan is treating Fang'er!"
If Jingde saw this, he would definitely not agree to Doctor Guan forcibly treating Fang'er.
Little Xi Tian closed the door and slowly walked to the edge of the kang, tilting her little head to watch Guan Zhongbo perform the acupuncture.
"So amazing!" Little Xi Tian exclaimed.
Guan Zhongbo, busy with his work, boasted, "Of course. No difficult illness can stump this old man!"
Little Xi Tian: "..."
Can't you be a little more humble?
In the east wing.
Yun Erman held a teacup, sat on a chair, and took a few slurping sips.
Seeing Du Tieshan laying out the bedding, Yun Erman asked, "Shanshan, have there been any incidents at home while I was away?"
Du Tieshan glanced back at him, continuing to lay out the bedding. "What could happen? Young Master Xiao and Young Master Gu came and stayed with us for a few days..."
Yun Erman heard this, put down his teacup, and said, "How were Jinshan's year-end exam results? After spring, he'll be taking the Tong Sheng exam. If he doesn't pass this time, then he can just come farm with me. He's naturally not cut out for studying!"
Du Tieshan patted the wrinkles on the quilt and chided, "How do you know Jinshan isn't cut out for studying? Do you usually pay attention to his studies?"
Her question stumped Yun Erman.
Yes, he was busy all day, when had he ever paid attention to his son's studies?
Although Jinshan's studies weren't as good as Jinhe's, he hadn't brought back any failing grades.
So, when it was time to nurture him, he should still be nurtured.
"By the way, Erman, there's something I need to tell you!" Du Tieshan finished laying the quilt, picked up the kettle, and refilled Yun Erman's tea. "You know about Tianbao wanting to open a restaurant, right?"
Yun Erman nodded. "I know..."
"Actually, this restaurant is for Tianbao to open with me and Eldest Sister-in-law. Tianbao provides the money, the shop, and the renovation costs. My Eldest Sister-in-law and I just need to stir-fry and cook. We'll manage the accounts and serve guests. Any profits earned will be given directly to Mom and Dad!" Du Tieshan murmured.
Yun Erman took a sip of tea, agreeing. "That's a good thing. Didn't you agree?"
"Yes, I didn't agree!" Du Tieshan sat down next to Yun Erman and sighed slightly. "Don't look at how well we usually get along with Eldest Sister-in-law's household, we've never even argued. But once it comes to money and interests, there will definitely be arguments and quarrels. If it gets too difficult to handle, won't that hurt Tianbao's feelings?"
"They provided the money and the place for us to open a shop, and in the end, we cause discord over petty profits. Wouldn't Mom and Dad also worry and get upset?"
Yun Erman: "..."