The funny counterattack of traveling through time and space and becoming a vicious female supporting

Chapter 53: Unexpected Discovery after Investigation

After dinner, Lu Ling'er busied herself with acupuncture and medicinal baths for Xuan An, while Mo Yan and Mo Xian continued to work with Gu Yichen on repairing the stables. As the night deepened, the Shen family courtyard fell silent, broken only by the occasional chirping of insects.

In the stable, Mo Yan was restless. While working, he secretly observed Gu Yichen's expression, brewing a question. He pretended to be casual and asked, "Brother, Captain Zhang doesn't look like he's here just for tea today. His attitude makes me a little uneasy."

Gu Yichen paused his work and glanced up at Mo Yan, his eyes etched with meaning. "Captain Zhang is no ordinary man. His visit is more of a test. Today is just the first step; I'm afraid there will be more tests to come."

Mo Yan nodded, his heart growing more alert. He feigned a casual smile and said, "My sister-in-law is so amazing, maybe she can really cure my old illness. I'm just worried that even with her superb medical skills, she won't be able to cure the root cause of my illness that has accumulated over the years."

Gu Yichen sighed softly and said with a bit of helplessness: "Ling'er's medical skills are indeed extraordinary, but her treatment methods are a little different - she always likes patients to participate in the treatment themselves, and even wants them to go and collect herbs themselves."

Mo Yan couldn't help but smile bitterly when he heard this. "Looks like I need to learn another skill—collecting herbs? Big brother, do you think my sister-in-law would let me catch a few rabbits to use as herbal medicine?"

Seeing this, Gu Yichen couldn't help but laugh: "I may not be able to catch rabbits, but pulling weeds is a must."

As they were joking around, Mo Xian suddenly noticed something unusual in a corner of the stable. He walked over to investigate and discovered something hidden beneath a wooden board. He waved to Gu Yichen and Mo Yan, "Brother, come over here and take a look! There seems to be a secret compartment here!"

Gu Yichen and Mo Yan hurried over, and together the three of them lifted the wooden board, revealing a small secret compartment. Inside was a small wooden box. Mo Xian teased, "Could this be Doctor Shen's hidden money? Or is this a treasure map?"

Gu Yichen opened the wooden box and found several yellowed books and an old map inside. He opened a book, frowned slightly, and fell into deep thought.

Mo Yan asked in confusion, "What are these books...?"

Gu Yichen spoke slowly, his tone solemn, "These books record some secrets of Nanyang City, which may be related to people in the imperial court. What's even more strange is that the location marked on this map is exactly the courtyard we are in now."

Mo Yan became alert upon hearing this. "So, this Shen family compound is more than just an ordinary clinic. There might be more secrets hidden behind it."

Mo Xian looked at Gu Yichen's expression and asked tentatively, "Could these books and maps be related to your identity?"

Gu Yichen shook his head, a hint of doubt in his eyes. "No, this has nothing to do with me. But I'm beginning to suspect that what happened here may be related to the disappearance of Doctor Shen Li... or even overlaps with the incident where Ling'er's father was arrested by the prefect. Things may not be that simple."

Mo Yan and Mo Xian looked at each other and realized the complexity of the situation.

After the repairs were completed, the three returned to their rooms to rest. Gu Yichen sat by the window, gazing out at the night, his mind replaying his recent discovery. He clenched the book in his hands, a complex mix of emotions welling up within him. The disappearance of Dr. Shen Li, the arrest of Lu Ling'er's father, and this mysterious book seemed like clues slowly intertwining. He felt an invisible pressure, not only to protect those around him but also to unravel the mystery behind it.

Meanwhile, Mo Yan lay in bed, tossing and turning. He thought about his old ailment and worried about the dangers this discovery might bring. This courtyard seemed peaceful, but beneath it lay a turbulent current. He had to remain vigilant at all times.

Although Mo Xian appeared relaxed, he knew deep down that this mission wasn't going to be easy. He half-jokingly thought, "If there really were any danger, wouldn't Big Brother be the first to use us as cannon fodder?"

In the stillness of night, the Shen family compound seems to have fallen into a deep sleep, but in the shadows, more mysteries are quietly emerging. Gu Yichen, Lu Ling'er, and their companions will face more and more challenges and tests in this seemingly peaceful land. Everyone's heart is filled with unanswered questions, and everyone's fate will also change on this land.