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The Splendid Brocade of the Painting Physician – Chapter 67

Chapter 67

Chapter 67: Past Events

Facing Xiao Jinyu’s gaze, Ling Ye lowered his eyes and pondered for a moment before replying, “After settling Young Master Xie Zhen and Young Miss Xuan, I went to Guangling to look for Lady Xie. I sought out many soldiers who had participated in that fierce battle and questioned them. Later, I learned that Lady Xie died at the hands of Chen Xu, and Chen Xu even offered Lady Xie’s body to Hou Jing as a gesture of good faith to gain his trust. He pretended to surrender and act as an inside man, then lured Chen Baxian into the city to kill Hou Jing.

Since then, I have been looking for an opportunity to avenge Lady Xie, but I was a hostage in Northern Zhou for several years, confined and protected by Yuwen Hu of Northern Zhou. I had no chance to strike, and I was also afraid that failure would bring trouble to Young Master Xie Zhen and Young Miss Xuan. It wasn’t until five years ago, when I was ransomed back to Jiankang by Emperor Wen, that I found an opportunity to assassinate him at the Prince of Ancheng’s residence,

but unfortunately, I ultimately failed!”

“So, this injury is from that time!” Xiao Jinyu interrupted, sighing, “Ling Ye, even if I were truly gone, you shouldn’t have acted so recklessly!”

“I know, but I…” Ling Ye’s eyes were filled with sorrow, and tears glistened in them. “I just haven’t gotten used to how to live without Lady Xie. And… and I don’t want Lady Xie’s body to be subjected to that person’s humiliation after death…”

Xiao Jinyu’s eyes widened in surprise.

“What do you mean by that?” she asked.

Ling Ye hesitated, as if it was difficult to speak. After a moment of contemplation, he said, “After Chen Xu killed Lady Xie, he didn’t allow her to be buried. Instead, he invited a group of shamans to preserve Lady Xie’s body in a very special coffin. I once followed the Prince of Ancheng and saw Lady Xie’s body in a secret chamber. I… didn’t want Lady Xie’s body to fall into the hands of that despicable person, so I wanted to steal it…”

Hearing this, Xiao Jinyu couldn’t help but feel a shock in her heart. Her gaze fixed, revealing an incredulous surprise.

What was Chen Xu keeping her body for? Could it be to soothe his pitiful guilt?

Thinking of this, she smiled bitterly, “He killed me just to curry favor with Hou Jing, to act as a traitor and gain merit for their Chen Clan. Yet, he so hypocritically concealed this matter, wanting to gain a reputation for bravery and virtue in front of the world… Chen Xu, Chen Xu, you truly are a master chess player…”

“Lady Xie…”

Seeing the self-deprecating sadness on Xiao Jinyu’s face, Ling Ye felt a pang in his heart. He wanted to comfort her but didn’t know where to begin.

“Forget it, let’s not talk about him. A person like him is not worth my sorrow!”

Suddenly, she spoke again, looking at him with concern and solemnity, “Ling Ye, your injury needs to be treated. This long-standing internal injury will obstruct your meridians over time. You must have endured a lot of pain and suffering!”

“Lady Xie!”

“Lie down, I will treat you now!”

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While Xiao Jinyu was treating Ling Ye’s old injury, servants and maids were rushing back and forth in Xiao Yun’s Yixiang Courtyard, creating a chaotic scene.

The maids, who had been busy for a day and a night, finally stopped hearing Xiao Yun’s painful cries. In the latter half of the night, silence fell upon Yixiang Courtyard. Princess Yunyin, exhausted from lack of sleep, unknowingly drifted into a deep slumber. She was abruptly awakened by Physician Liu Lü’s surprised exclamation, “Strange!”

“How is it? Is Yunlang’s injury any better?”

Liu Lü didn’t answer immediately, instead muttering to himself with a solemn expression.

“What? You haven’t cured him? So that wretch was playing me for a fool after all! Was she just trying to gain fame or seeking her own death?”

Princess Yunyin’s anger flared up at Liu Lü’s silence.

“I’ll go kill her right now, and avenge my son!”

With that, she called for Nurse Jiang to summon her personal troops. Only then did Liu Lü hurriedly step forward to stop her, “No, no, oh no, Madam, I mean, Eighth Young Master is better. The swelling has subsided, and the internal heat has receded. It’s just that I don’t understand how such ordinary herbs could have such an effect. I simply prepared a dose of medicine according to the prescription she gave and Eighth Young Master’s condition immediately improved. Such a miraculous effect is beyond comprehension!

But even though I have the prescription, I don’t know what makes this medicine so effective. Which herb played the key role?”

Princess Yunyin was impatient to hear Liu Lü’s rambling, and simply said, “If you don’t understand its effectiveness, you can only blame your lack of skill. You can’t even compare to a fifteen-year-old wretch. Since she gave us the prescription, can’t you just follow it to prepare medicine for Eighth Young Master’s treatment?”

Sensing the hidden meaning in Princess Yunyin’s eyes, Liu Lü immediately put on a flattering smile, “This servant wouldn’t dare to be certain that relying solely on this prescription can cure Eighth Young Master. After all, this prescription was written by that young lady, and she only said that the swelling and heat would subside in a day, and the muscles would regenerate the next day. Then she paused for a moment and didn’t say anything more. This servant feels that she hasn’t finished speaking…”

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“You’re saying she’s holding back? This prescription can’t cure my son?”

Liu Lü lowered his head.

“This servant believes that’s likely the case.”

“Hmph, I’ll see what tricks she’s playing!” Princess Yunyin snorted coldly and called Nurse Wei over, “I asked you to keep an eye on that courtyard. Did you notice anything unusual?”

Nurse Wei replied, “I didn’t notice anything unusual, except that the young lady plays with some strange things. I only saw her seemingly release a bunch of colorful fireworks into the sky, like flowers, very beautiful. I was momentarily mesmerized.”

Princess Yunyin couldn’t help but be suspicious, “Fireworks? Didn’t you see anything unusual, or anyone else coming?”

Nurse Wei shook her head. It wasn’t really her fault. The night was too dark, and they were too far away. Ling Ye was extremely fast, dressed in black, and Fenghuang was covering for him. She was engrossed in watching the fireworks, how could she have noticed anything else?

“Immediately accompany me to that abandoned Xiangzhu Courtyard!”

With an order, Princess Yunyin, leading Nurse Wei and a group of servants and maids, marched towards the small courtyard where Xiao Jinyu was currently residing.

Fenghuang saw the group approaching with torches, the darkness instantly illuminated by the firelight. He immediately stepped forward vigilantly, blocking their path.

“Didn’t I say not to disturb us? Why are you all here so late?” Fenghuang asked.

“You, a mere servant, have no right to speak to this princess. Go and call Xiao Jinyu out, and tell her that my son’s swelling and heat have subsided. It’s her turn to come and have a look!”

“The swelling and heat have subsided, so just wait. Why disturb my Qing Gege’s rest? How can she treat your son if she hasn’t rested well?” Fenghuang asked a series of questions without any politeness.

“You insolent servant!”

Princess Yunyin couldn’t help but curse. At this moment, a figure in green suddenly emerged from the house.

Seeing that it was Xiao Jinyu, Princess Yunyin said, “Although my son’s swelling and heat have subsided, it’s still uncertain whether he can fully recover. Come with me immediately and have a look!”

“Madam, I’ve already said that it’s not appropriate for me, a young unmarried woman, to enter your son’s courtyard. If you’re so worried, then send me more medicinal herbs. I need to refine medicine!” With that, Xiao Jinyu instructed Fenghuang to hand over a prescription, “Get the herbs according to this prescription. Not a single one can be missing!”

Princess Yunyin was skeptical, but then she heard Xiao Jinyu say, “This medicine can strengthen your son’s body and help him recover faster!”

Hearing that it could accelerate his recovery, Princess Yunyin’s expression softened slightly. She ordered Nurse Wei to take the prescription and led the group away.

Not long after, a box of precious medicinal herbs was delivered. Fenghuang took the herbs and immediately dismissed the maid who brought them. Returning to the room, he saw that Ling Ye had already woken up, and there were many silk cloths stained with black blood residue on the floor.

“Alright, the blood stasis in your internal organs has been cleared, and your meridians are unblocked. However, because you’ve delayed treating this injury for so long, you still need to nourish yourself with precious herbs!” With that, Xiao Jinyu took the box from Fenghuang and handed it to Ling Ye. “These are the herbs. Prepare a medicinal decoction according to my prescription and take it twice a day, morning and evening. You should be fully recovered in ten days!”

“So, Lady Xie, you specifically asked for these herbs for me?” Ling Ye was slightly surprised. “Then what about Eighth Young Master Xiao’s illness…”

“Don’t worry, Xiao Yun’s injury is not a serious matter. Other physicians can’t cure him because his illness lies in his heart. Even if his body is healed, his heart is difficult to cure!”

With that, Xiao Jinyu looked at Ling Ye and smiled, “I’m fine. Go to the Early Spring Courtyard and do what I need you to do!”


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(🇨🇳)The Splendid Brocade of the Painting Physician

🇨🇳)The Splendid Brocade of the Painting Physician

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Status: Ongoing Native Language: Chinese
The setting sun slants across the entrance to Wu Yi Alley. A divine stroke of the brush captures winter and spring. A single brush, painting all of nature's creatures, capturing the myriad forms of human life, yet no one can fathom the meaning behind the artist's strokes or the strategies hidden within their heart. Xie Yuqing of the past life, Xiao Jinyu of the present. Having experienced betrayal, the extermination of her clan, and a life of displacement, the reborn Xie Yuqing decides to live a different life. In this chaotic world, outwardly prosperous yet inwardly decaying, she is determined to forge a magnificent prosperity that no one in this world dares to seek.

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