The head of the Mu family

Chapter 164 Healing the Descendants of Loyal Martyrs

The two elderly ladies exchanged a bewildered glance.

"This is my rule for accepting consultation fees here."

The Huo family is just an ordinary family to me; they charge ten taels of silver for a house call.

Since there are still patients and I have already received your payment, I will make house calls to your residence tomorrow after noon.

Upon hearing this, Madam Huo immediately understood. Holding the gold notes and silver in her hand, she turned away and wiped away her tears.

However, when examining Madam Huo that day, Huai Sheng directly gave her several very expensive medicinal herbs.

Madam: You're just giving it away like that? Aren't you afraid I'll be envious?

That ten taels of consultation fee couldn't buy even the powdered medicine for these few herbs.

The matriarch was initially surprised by this behavior, but later her heart, which had been closed off for many years, began to warm.

At first, the doctor charged two different fees for consultations at two different places, which made me think that, as the housekeeper had said, the doctor's personality was indeed strange.

But seeing her act this way, I suddenly felt a pang of sadness and my eyes welled up with tears.

The treatment here was almost finished when the Grand Secretary returned, and he was treated at the same time.

After treating the patient at Grand Secretary Wang's residence, it was already getting dark. Huai Sheng still declined to stay for a meal, and Mr. Dou politely saw him off.

Madam Huo did not stay for the meal, as she needed to go back and tidy up. The matriarch of the Grand Secretariat then packed up the food for her to take with her.

After dinner at the Grand Secretary's residence, the Grand Secretary's wife recounted Doctor Mu's behavior.

"She is indeed an extraordinary woman. Once the lady and children have recovered, we must thank her properly."

"Master, that's what I'm thinking too!"

However, seeing the doctor's expression, I was a little unsure how to express my gratitude.

Judging from her attire and demeanor, the medicine she gifted to the Huo family, regardless of its price, was not something that ordinary pharmacies might have.

And look at her attitude when she comes to a family like ours—it's no different from how she treats ordinary people.

But she treated the children and aunts without hesitation as well.

"Hmm... For such an eccentric person, giving ordinary gold and silver would probably be of little use."

Butler Dou~

"Reporting to the master, Steward Dou is handling the estate's accounts."

"Call him here."

"Yes!"

The servant outside went to find Steward Dou, who arrived in a hurry a moment later.

"Yes, sir!"

"Tell me again how you came to know Doctor Mu, in every detail."

Tell me in detail how the servants over there found Doctor Mu.

Mr. Dou then recounted the entire story from beginning to end.

Upon hearing this, the Grand Secretary burst into laughter.

Hahaha~ I knew it!

Even the most eccentric person has a good point.

"The master is right!"

But this time, I see that Doctor Mu is still only accompanied by maids and guards.

"Find an opportunity to subtly inquire about the situation."

"Hey~ it doesn't matter whether I ask or not, it's a good opportunity to get her a new one~"

"Master, what kind of veiled meaning are you playing?"

"Madam, you need not concern yourself with this; leave it to Butler Dou."

"Yes, sir."

On the other hand, Huai Sheng went to the Huo residence the next day.

The Huo residence was about the same size as the Mu residence, but its style was that of Jiangnan.

The house was clean and desolate, a stark contrast to the lush and prosperous mansion of Grand Secretary Wang.

Old Madam Huo, accompanied by three other Madam Huos, personally greeted them at the gate.

Huaisheng looked at the sickly child:

The mother was born with insufficient fetal energy, which caused weakness in various aspects of her internal organs. After birth, she was overprotected for fear that the baby would not survive.

The little child is quite sensible, speaks politely and even seems a bit mature for his age.

"A skilled healer must be diligent in his work."

I know my own body; I'm just barely hanging on right now.

If one day I can't hold on any longer, it will only be a hardship for my grandmother, mother, aunt, and older sister...

"Young Master Huo, if I prescribe medicine for you, it will be very uncomfortable at the beginning. But if you can get through it..."

Then you will have hope; do you have faith?

"what?

*Cough cough cough...* I... *cough cough...* I have... *cough cough...*

Several ladies nearby burst into tears upon hearing this, and one of them, upon hearing the child cough, quickly brought him a glass of water.

Huai Sheng first prescribed a medicinal diet and a set of exercises for the child.

He also examined the ladies and young misses in the mansion and prescribed medicine for them.

The medicinal cuisine served to Young Master Huo contained several rare and precious herbs, which Huai Sheng provided directly, agreeing to return in half a month.

The consultation fee was still only ten taels. After returning home, Huaisheng spent his time, apart from providing free medical consultations, working on medicine for the young master of the Huo family.

On this day, Qianyan took a break and had lunch to digest her food. The two snuggled together, and Qianyan helped Huaisheng.

"I'm a little jealous that my wife is so devoted to another 'man'~"

Huai Sheng freed his elbow and lightly nudged him, chuckling as he said:

"Thank you for your kind words~ I hope that child will grow up to be a man who makes you jealous."

I'll give you a bowl of vinegar with dinner, so you can have your fill of sourness~

"No need for further explanation, you've already made me jealous, so I'll definitely cure you!"

My dear wife, I don't want to drink vinegar~

Qianyan glanced outside the door; Qingyun and the others were busy in the distance. She then whispered in Huaisheng's ear:

Tonight, I want you to eat your fill!

My wife has been ignoring me for days because of this child's illness.

"What nonsense are you spouting in broad daylight?"

"Which day did you not..."

"I see you spending every day researching this child's illness, flipping through medical books and trying out prescriptions, carefully considering each one."

How could I bear to trouble my wife? I'd rather eat my fill!

Today I'm sharing my wife's burdens, and I hope she'll also feel sorry for me.

Huai Sheng gave him a knowing look and then continued fiddling with it.

That night, the brocade quilt rippled like giant waves, and mandarin ducks played in the light gauze curtains.

A few days later, Huaisheng got up early and went to the Huo family to make a house call, first checking on the child's condition.

Then, as planned, a medicinal bath was arranged for the child, and acupuncture was started after lunch. This time, Huaisheng was taking a risk.

The child had congenital deficiencies in many meridians, and his development was not good later on. So, Huaisheng first used medicinal diets and a strict exercise plan to lay a foundation for him.

After arriving today, we first used a medicinal bath to soften the meridians, and then used acupuncture to forcefully open up some of them.

The child's development is too poor, so the strength and accuracy must be perfect before medication can be used to recuperate.

Huai Sheng worked until dark, highly focused, and didn't even notice Qing Tian adding candles when it got dark.

After the acupuncture was completed, the child fell into a deep sleep, and Huai Sheng's inner clothes were completely soaked in the winter month.

"Madam, Madam, for the next two weeks, you must strictly follow my prescription, otherwise all your efforts will be in vain."

I will no longer make house calls!

"Don't worry, miracle doctor!"

The whole family bowed to Huaisheng, but he politely declined their invitation to stay for a meal and hurried back to bathe and change.

Half a month later, Huai Sheng went to the Grand Secretary's house to make a house call, and the Grand Secretary personally saw him off.

"Thank you very much, Doctor Mu! The Huo family is full of loyal and devoted people, and they are also my good friends."

"My dear Mr. Ge, you are welcome~

Though I wander the world, my loyal bones lie buried in desolate graves. If their widows are not treated well...

Wouldn't that dishearten the border heroes who defend our country? We can't let their passionate blood be wasted in vain!

Please rest assured, I will do my best to treat Young Master Huo and will not leave the capital for the time being.

"In that case, I will not mince words with the divine physician."

"Don't worry, miracle doctor, I'll prepare a gift to thank you then!"