allonlinenovel Chapter 15 Falling in Love with a Woman
Chapter 15 Falling in Love with a Woman
Jiang Yuyue really dared to say such shocking and outrageous things.
Xie Jinglan's eyebrows twitched slightly as he looked at the woman smiling sweetly at him, and a sense of unease returned to his heart.
"In that case, you should find another handsome man."
"How can they be the same? If you're going to choose, you have to pick the best-looking one. No one else can compare to you."
These words, though Xie Jinglan was confident in his abilities, couldn't help but cause a slight crack in his otherwise indifferent expression.
But deep down, a slight stirring occurred within me.
At least in Jiang Yuyue's view, he was unique and irreplaceable.
Seeing that his expression softened slightly, Jiang Yuyue thought there was hope, and then she tried to persuade him again, but she still couldn't get a definite answer from Xie Jinglan.
On a sudden inspiration, she turned away with feigned sadness, leaving only a lonely silhouette.
Xie Jinglan glanced over until the figure completely disappeared.
Jiang Feili, who had been hiding behind the screen, came out half in shock and half as if she were watching a good show.
He just... stumbled upon the affair between Xie's uncle and aunt?
After gathering his thoughts, Jiang Feili put away his playful amusement and sat down in his chair, crossing his legs to think.
“I’m telling you, you should know that Xie Yunqi is still alive, right? This Jiang Yuyue is your sister-in-law now! If you really agree to her, not only will you not have a proper title, but what you’ll be doing is incestuous…”
Before Jiang Feili could finish the last word, Xie Jinglan gave him a sharp look, and Jiang Feili wisely shut up immediately.
Watching Xie Jinglan leisurely eat the porridge Jiang Yuyue brought as if nothing had happened, Jiang Feili began to carefully consider the relationship between the two.
If Xie Jinglan didn't have those intentions, he would have eliminated her long ago if she had been so persistent in pursuing him. The fact that Xie Jinglan has tolerated her until now... could it be...?
Jiang Feili felt a sense of dread at the sudden thought that popped into her mind.
Could someone like him really fall in love with a woman?
It was quite a coincidence; Jiang Yuyue had just returned to her own courtyard when Jiang Huanxi arrived right afterward.
Not seeing anyone, Xiao Liu was extremely anxious.
Fortunately, just when things were at their most critical, Jiang Yuyue gracefully descended from the eaves.
"Miss, you're finally back!"
Xiao Liu breathed a sigh of relief. "Young Master was eager to see Miss as soon as he got back. I told him you were asleep, and he's waiting for me in the hall right now!"
Jiang Yuyue appeared calm on the surface, but secretly she felt relieved.
If she lingered there even a moment longer, Jiang Huanxi would discover her secret rendezvous with Xie Jinglan.
Xiao Liu quickly helped Jiang Yuyue tidy up her appearance, and then handed her the prepared tea. Jiang Yuyue pretended to have just woken up, and took the tea and went out.
"Did you see Doctor Baili? What did he say?"
Jiang Huanxi took a big gulp of tea before slowly answering her question, "I did see him, but Doctor Baili refused to treat Xie Jinglan."
"Don't want to?"
Jiang Yuyue raised an eyebrow; this was an unexpected reply.
After thinking for a moment, she said, "Did you tell him my name? Baili Zixuan owes me a huge favor. I reluctantly gave him an extremely rare medicinal herb, and he won't even help me with this?"
"It's not that he's unwilling to help."
Jiang Huanxi shook his head, looking slightly troubled. "He meant that he would be busy treating other patients during these three months, so he really wouldn't have time to spare. He said we should go back in three months."
Three months later...
Jiang Yuyue bit her lip and pondered. Xie Jinglan's body couldn't withstand three months of this. If it dragged on until then, it would be too late.
Just as she was considering what to do, Jiang Huanxi spoke up, trying to dissuade her.
"How about we just let this go? I don't think Xie Jinglan will even live for another three months. We've already done more than enough..."
"No."
Jiang Yuyue refused outright.
She brought Xie Jinglan all the way to the capital, how could she just let it go like this?
Without much thought, she turned to pack her bags, intending to meet Baili Zixuan in person.
When Jiang Huanxi saw the item she had found, his pupils constricted sharply, and he quickly stepped forward to protect the box.
"Sister! You wouldn't be thinking of using this as a bargaining chip, would you?!"
Jiang Yuyue gently stroked the medicine box with her fingers, her eyes darting around as she murmured to herself.
"There were two of these Nine-Bend Spirit Ginsengs, which are said to be able to heal the dead and revive the dead. I secretly kept one and gave the other to Baili Zixuan."
"I originally intended to leave this branch to my grandmother, but she declined, so it has been kept until now, and it's time to put it to use."
In her past life, she treasured this spiritual ginseng, but the Xie family killed her and took it away.
She knew then that even the most precious treasures would be useless if they were not put to use, and would only add to her regrets in the end.
Since it's useful now, there's no need to be reluctant to part with it.
Seeing that she was serious, Jiang Huanxi felt as if her heart was being torn apart. "This Nine-Bend Spirit Ginseng is a divine medicine that can extend the life of a dying person by a month, and it's going to be wasted on Xie Jinglan, this ungrateful cripple! Sister, is it really worth it?"
"Saving one life is better than building a seven-level pagoda."
Jiang Yuyue removed Jiang Huanxi's hand from the medicine box, her expression resolute.
"We're keeping these medicinal herbs to save lives anyway, it doesn't matter who we save."
Jiang Huanxi knew that her mind was made up, and there was no point in saying anything more.
All we can do is pray that this Third Young Master Xie isn't an ingrate who would waste my sister's good intentions.
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As the night deepened and the dew grew heavy, a woman's nimble figure darted across the rooftops in the darkness. Occasionally, those who were still awake would catch a glimpse of her, but only for a moment. They would rub their eyes, thinking it was just their imagination.
Upon arriving at the gate of Doctor Baili's residence, Jiang Yuyue knocked on the door without any hesitation.
"Who?"
After a long while, the sleepy-eyed servant finally opened the door a crack.
"Can't a person get any sleep in the middle of the night?"
"Give this to your master."
Jiang Yuyue tossed a box over decisively, saying succinctly, "He'll know once he sees it."
"Disturbing my peaceful sleep in the middle of the night..."
Although the servant muttered something, he still took the box, went to the bedroom door, saw that the light was still on, and gently knocked on the door.
"Young master, a young lady has come in and asked me to give you this box."
The figure inside moved, paused for a moment, then got up and opened the door.
He was dressed only in his undergarments, which appeared particularly thin in the swaying night. The legendary physician Baili gradually revealed a young and handsome face.
Baili Zixuan was also still awake, so he focused his attention and looked at the servant for a while longer.
"Who is coming?"
He just turned down someone who came to seek medical help for Xie Jinglan today, so why would he send someone again in the middle of the night?
The servant shook his head. "The girl didn't reveal her identity; she only said you'd know once you saw her."
Baili Zixuan took the box without noticing any risks. He then had the servant open it. When he saw the contents of the box, his eyes widened in surprise, filled with excitement.
"Nine-Bend Spirit Ginseng?!"
He suddenly grabbed the box in his hand.
He knew at a glance that this must have been sent by Jiang Yuyue. He and Jiang Yuyue were old acquaintances. They met because Jiang Yuyue gave him a Nine-Bend Forest Ginseng. He didn’t expect that she would have another one.
They had indeed come to seek medical treatment for Xie Jinglan.
Baili Zixuan's eyes darted around, filled with longing for the Nine-Bend Spirit Ginseng. Although Xie Jinglan's illness was incurable, he had no reason to refuse since the gift had been delivered to his door.
“I’ve accepted the gifts. Go tell that young lady that I will go and see her during the day.”
Having received the reply, the servant returned to the door to report back to Jiang Yuyue.
“My master has accepted the gifts. He said that the young lady should go back first, and my young master will come to examine her tomorrow.”
Jiang Yuyue remained silent for a second or two.
She's already delivered such precious medicinal herbs to his door, yet Baili Zixuan is still putting on airs and insists on going only during the day?!
They really are getting a good deal and then acting innocent!
She swallowed her displeasure and forced a smile. "Okay."
It would be a blessing if we could persuade Baili Zixuan; for now, we can only go along with his wishes.
"Then the Summer Palace outside the capital will await the arrival of the Divine Physician Baili."
Early the next morning, a horse-drawn carriage slowly pulled up in front of the Summer Palace.
Baili Zixuan was quite trustworthy, arriving early with his servant. However, as soon as he stepped off the carriage, he met Jiang Yuyue's unwavering gaze.
"Dr. Baili, it's been a long time."
Jiang Yuyue had been waiting for a long time, and greeted Baili Zixuan with a forced smile.
Knowing he had gotten the better deal, Baili Zixuan chuckled awkwardly to ease the tension, "Let's go see the patient first."
The group arrived at Xie Jinglan's courtyard. Baili Zixuan and Xie Jinglan exchanged glances. Although it was hard for ordinary people to notice, Jiang Yuyue noticed that the expressions of the two were slightly subtle.
Could it be... that they've met before?
"This is the Divine Physician Baili."
Jiang Yuyue gave a brief introduction, "It's that doctor who claims to be able to bring the dead back to life. He will definitely be able to cure your illness."
"Oh?"
Xie Jinglan, however, seemed uninterested, as if it had nothing to do with him. "Then, Doctor Baili, please."
Baili Zixuan reached out and felt Xie Jinglan's pulse. His expression immediately became serious. After a moment, he withdrew his hand and shook his head.
"Hopeless."