Sir Song, do you want to pledge yourself to me?

The Song residence in the city.

A day without seeing you feels like several autumns.

Just as Song Jinbai was about to look for Song Huai, Song Huai came out of the kitchen, holding a large chicken leg in his hand, chewing it with relish. He looked up and saw Song Jinbai, quickly swallowed the meat in his mouth, and asked with a smile, "Sir, what do you want to talk to me about?"

Song Jinbai saw the oil on his mouth that he had not had time to wipe off, and the corners of his mouth twitched uncontrollably.

"If you have nothing to do, go to the South City Gate and guard it starting tomorrow. If Miss Ji enters the city, come back and let me know immediately."

"Sir, are you... attracted to Miss Ji?" Song Huai had noticed it yesterday, but he was not sure whether the lord himself had figured out his own feelings.

Song Jinbai felt his thoughts were seen through. He brushed his clothes off his chest uncomfortably and coughed lightly, "Is it that obvious?"

The lord went to see Miss Ji yesterday, dressed like a colorful peacock. Anyone with a keen eye could tell.

Of course Song Huai didn't dare to say that, he just nodded heavily: "Yes! The way your Excellency looks at Miss Ji is different from others, just like the way the eldest son looks at the eldest lady."

The eldest son Song Huai was referring to was the eldest grandson of Grand Tutor Shen and Song Jinbai's eldest cousin. His eldest cousin and his wife had grown up together, and their love was unmatched.

After hearing this, Song Jinbai no longer felt uncomfortable, but instead smiled.

He once complained that his eldest cousin was too gentle when looking at his cousin's wife, which was simply unbearable to watch.

Song Huai could see through his thoughts, so did Miss Ji understand them too?

Song Jinbai was a little nervous, but also a little happy.

Seeing that Song Jinbai didn't say anything, Song Huai reminded him, "If you go to see Miss Ji at this time, I'm afraid those who are secretly watching you will find out, which will be detrimental to Miss Ji."

Song Jinbai said: "An Zhong has already found out the purpose of those people. By tomorrow at the latest, we will be able to catch them all and completely resolve this matter."

"The lord's injuries have not yet fully recovered. I'm afraid it will have an impact when we fight." Song Huai looked worried.

"I know my limits," Song Jinbai said, "just go and guard the city gate."

"Yes."

Song Jinbai waved his hand and said, "Go eat your chicken leg."

In front of Ping'an Medical Clinic, a gorgeous carriage slowly stopped. After the door opened, a young man dressed in red brocade clothes stepped down gracefully.

He looked up and stared at the plaque on the lintel, as if to confirm that this was the clinic he was looking for, then left his guards behind and leisurely walked into the clinic.

Shopkeeper Song came out from behind the counter with a smile and greeted him, "Young Master, are you here to get some medicine or to see a doctor?"

The young man in red responded, "My name is Jun Xianlan. I've come to visit Doctor Chen. I wonder if he's at Ping'an Clinic right now?"

"Is the Doctor Chen that the young master mentioned Chen Jingxiu?" Shopkeeper Song further confirmed.

"It's Doctor Chen Jingxiu."

Shopkeeper Song politely gestured for invitation and led the young man in red, Jun Xianlan, to the backyard of the clinic.

"Young Master, please follow me. Doctor Chen happens to be at the clinic today. I'll take you to see him." Shopkeeper Song introduced as they walked in. "Doctor Chen is a highly skilled doctor, especially specializing in difficult and complicated illnesses. I believe he can help Young Master Jun with his condition."

Jun Xianlan nodded in thanks.

Arriving at a room in the backyard, Shopkeeper Song knocked on the door gently. After getting a response, he pushed the door open and invited Jun Xianlan in.

Inside, a middle-aged doctor was looking down at a medical book, his brows revealing an extraordinary aura. He was Chen Jingxiu, the resident physician at Ping An Clinic and a renowned doctor.

"Doctor Chen, this young man is looking for you." Shopkeeper Song introduced, "Young Master Jun, this is Doctor Chen."

Jun Xianlan took a few steps forward and bowed as a junior.

"I am Jun Xianlan, a junior. I have come to seek medical treatment from Doctor Chen upon the recommendation of Imperial Physician Qiu. This is a handwritten letter from Imperial Physician Qiu. Please have a look, Doctor Chen." After saying this, he calmly took out a sealed letter from his sleeve and presented it with both hands.

Shopkeeper Song listened from the side and couldn't help showing a bit of surprise on his face. He had naturally heard of the name of Doctor Qiu, who was Doctor Chen's senior brother and now a well-known figure in the Imperial Hospital in the capital.

The fact that this young master Jun was able to receive an introduction from Imperial Physician Qiu shows that his illness is extremely difficult and even Imperial Physician Qiu is helpless.

Chen Jingxiu took the letter, read it carefully, and nodded to indicate that he understood the situation.

He then took Jun Xianlan's pulse and asked in detail about the specific symptoms and course of her illness. After a careful diagnosis, Chen Jingxiu had a plan in mind.

He pondered for a moment and said, "The Yellow Springs poison that Young Master Jun was infected with has been lurking within his body for over a decade. It's truly miraculous that Senior Brother has been able to protect you until now. Senior Brother and I are from the same sect, and I'm also powerless against the Yellow Springs poison. I can only do my best to help you suppress it for another three months."

There was a hint of helplessness in Chen Jingxiu's words. The Yellow Springs poison was rare, and it was unbearable for ordinary people when it broke out. It was not easy for his senior brother to help Jun Xianlan suppress it until now.

When Jun Xianlan heard this, her expression did not fluctuate much, as if she had already become indifferent to life and death.

He had been tortured by the Yellow Spring Poison since he was a child. Every time the poison attacked, his bones felt like they were being bitten by thousands of insects, causing him so much pain that he would rather die than live. If his mother had not been afraid that he could not hold on, and had not held him in her arms and comforted him with tears every time the poison attacked him, and his father had not searched for famous doctors, and finally had Doctor Qiu forcibly suppress the disease, he would have long been a pile of bones.

"Thank you, Doctor Chen, for your concern."

He looked at Jun Xianlan's calm yet somewhat tough face, and couldn't help feeling a bit of pity and respect in his heart.

"Master Jun, it's truly rare that you can face it so calmly," Chen Jingxiu continued. "The Yellow Springs poison is no small matter. It not only corrodes your body, but also tests your will. Over the next three months, I will do my best to prepare medicine for you to alleviate your pain, but for the true antidote, you'll need to seek out another expert."

He could only express gratitude for Doctor Chen's frankness: "Doctor Chen, you are too kind. Your assistance is already a great favor. Over the years, I have learned to coexist with this poison. As long as there is a glimmer of hope, I will not give up."

Shopkeeper Song had been observing quietly for a long time. He interrupted at the right moment and made a suggestion: "Doctor Chen, do you think you could consider inviting Miss Ji to participate in the consultation? One more person means more strength. Perhaps we can come up with a solution."

Shopkeeper Song mentioned Ji Nuan at this time, firstly to provide an opportunity for her to see more diseases, and secondly to test the depth of her medical skills.

Doctor Chen had been practicing medicine at the clinic for many years and knew Ji Nuan. Recalling how Ji Nuan had treated Song Jinbai's wounds and how she had taken over the treatment of Song Huai, who had previously left him helpless, Doctor Chen recognized her medical skills.

Doctor Chen, reminded of this, regained a glimmer of hope. "Yes, how could I have forgotten about Miss Ji!" He slapped his forehead and said with a hint of annoyance, "Manager Song, please send someone to invite Miss Ji over as soon as possible."

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Song immediately took action, turned around and walked out the door, preparing to arrange for someone to invite Ji Nuan.

Ji Nuan and her mother were just walking out of the grocery store, working together to securely place a basket of new porcelain bowls on the carriage. Just then, Song Huai hurried over with the staff from Ping'an Clinic.

"Miss Ji, Manager Song has something urgent to discuss with you. He wants you to see a patient." The clerk ran up breathlessly and explained his purpose.

Ji Nuan frowned slightly and responded quickly: "How did Manager Song know I was here?"

Song Huai quickly explained, "I happened to see Miss Ji entering the city at the South City Gate. Thinking that Shopkeeper Song was about to leave the city to look for someone, I brought him here."

Ji Nuan turned to her mother and said apologetically, "Mom, I guess I have to go to Ping'an Clinic first. Is it okay for you to stay here alone?"

Ji's mother: "Don't worry, go ahead and do your work. I'll buy it first. Come back to me when you're done."

The waiter was also a smart man. Seeing this, he quickly stepped forward and said respectfully to Ji Nuan, "Miss Ji, go and save the people. I will stay and accompany you shopping."

Ji Nuan felt a little relieved and said with a smile, "Thank you for your hard work. I will explain the situation to Manager Song later." After that, she rushed to Ping'an Medical Clinic with Song Huai.