I am a winner with Chinese poetry

The Wei family came and went like the wind, doing things quickly and efficiently. After confirming that Gu Yunzhou had no intention of joining any family, they decided to leave that afternoon. Before leaving, Wei Yu and Li Qingfeng came to bid him farewell and agreed to meet again when Gu Yunzhou went to Jinzhou.

After settling the bill at Huichuntang, Gu Yunzhou carefully supported Qin Shi as she returned to her own courtyard. Qin Shi no longer needed assistance. Compared to the weakness she'd felt yesterday, after taking Doctor Liu's small pill, she felt full of strength, and walking became much easier. But Gu Yunzhou remained concerned and insisted on supporting his mother, fearing any mishaps.

When they returned to the familiar, shabby alley, the neighbors gathered around and asked about the situation with concern. After hearing the news that Qin was dying yesterday, everyone felt sorry and worried for the mother and son.

Seeing that Qin had returned alive today, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, yet they were also curious about what had happened. After all, they had heard from Mrs. Liu yesterday that Qin had been lying unconscious on the ground, her face as pale as paper, with blood at the corners of her mouth.

Moreover, Gu Yunzhou rushed to Huichuntang at that time, and the mother and son disappeared for a whole day and a night, which made the neighbors think that Qin might really be dying.

However, looking at Qin at this moment, although her face looked a little weak, her overall condition did not seem to be seriously injured, and she did not even have any wounds on her body. The neighbors all found it very strange and could not help but talk about it.

Some speculated that it was the Huichuntang doctors' exceptional skills that had brought Qin back from the brink of death; others believed that Qin was blessed with a long life and would be blessed in the future; still others joked that a divine presence had saved Qin's life. These diverging opinions suddenly brought a buzz to the once quiet alley.

Qin was a kind person and had lived here for decades. This courtyard was bought by Gu's grandfather's generation, so there were old neighbors around. After hearing about what had happened to Qin, the neighbors came to visit one after another. However, Qin glossed over the specific situation and said that it was just carelessness. The lively atmosphere lasted until the evening, and then Gu Yunzhou closed the gate of the courtyard.

"Mom, you've been frightened these days. Just rest after taking the medicine!" Gu Yunzhou said with concern as he looked at Qin's tired face.

"Okay, I got it. You should go to bed early too!" Qin nodded, took the medicine that had just been brewed on the table, drank it in one gulp, and then turned back to the room.

Gu Yunzhou stood there, quietly watching Qin's departing back. The warmth in his eyes gradually faded away, and what slowly rose up was infinite indifference. Gu Tianhua is almost there, I hope you can still be so tough by then.

The night was as dark as water. After washing up and returning to his room, Gu Yunzhou finally had time to examine the things Wei Qing had given him during the day. Just looking at the box, one could tell that the items inside were definitely worth a fortune. The box felt quite heavy, with intricate carvings on its surface, and a faint, woody aroma.

Gu Yunzhou opened the box without hesitation, but he still couldn't help raising his eyebrows.

Although it was expected, Gu Yunzhou was still shocked by the generosity of the Wei family. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, saying that they were indeed a big family and were very generous.

There were three things quietly placed in the box, and at the bottom was a neatly arranged stack of silver bills. Gu Yunzhou counted them and there were a total of 5000 taels. According to Qin's monthly salary as a kitchen helper in the Gu Mansion, 2 taels of silver a month, Qin would have to work for hundreds of years without eating or drinking to earn that. It just so happened that Gu Yunzhou would not let his mother go to the Gu Mansion again. With this money, their family would not have to worry for the time being.

On top of the silver note was a warm jade pendant with a piece of paper covering it. Gu Yunzhou picked up the paper and examined it, then looked at the jade pendant with surprise. This was actually a rare defensive treasure. After being specially blessed by a great scholar, even ordinary people without literary talent could activate it. With this thing, Gu Yunzhou no longer had to worry about Qin's safety.

Gu Yunzhou put down the jade pendant and prepared to send it to Qin in a while. Then his eyes looked at the last item, which was a light blue fruit shaped like a water droplet.

Gu Yunzhou didn't recognize it, at least he had never seen it on Blue Star. It looked like a note, and there was also an introduction inside. It was called Xiguo, and it was generally used by Confucian cultivators to break through and stabilize the Wen Palace. The Wen Palace was not stable after breaking through. With the help of Xiguo, Confucian cultivators could quickly stabilize the Wen Palace and strengthen the foundation of the Wen Palace. It was a rare cultural treasure.

One has to say that the head of the Wei family is very good at manipulating people's hearts. The gifts he gave were all what Gu Yunzhou needed at the moment and were convenient and thoughtful. They were neither too expensive, making the recipient uneasy, nor too cheap, making people think it was just perfunctory. Gu Yunzhou sighed again, put all the things into the box, pushed open the door and walked towards Qin's room.

He walked to the door and was about to knock, but looking at the night, he decided not to disturb his mother. He was too engrossed just now and only now realized that it was getting late. He heard the faint knocking of the night patrol on the street outside. It was almost midnight. There was silence all around and everyone was asleep.

"Who is it, is it Brother Yun?" Just as Gu Yunzhou was about to turn around and leave, Qin's voice came from the room.

"It's my mother. Why haven't you rested yet?" Gu Yunzhou paused and replied in surprise.

Soon, there were rustling sounds in the room, and then the door creaked open. Qin opened the door wearing an outer coat.

"Brother Yun, why aren't you sleeping yet so late?" Qin looked at Gu Yunzhou disapprovingly, her eyes full of concern for her son.

"Mom, I'm not sleepy. Why aren't you asleep yet?" Gu Yunzhou smiled slightly. Seeing that Qin looked good and her eyes were clear, he simply helped her walk towards the yard at the door.

It's called a yard, but it's not that big. There's a well, a jujube tree, a stone table, and two stools. Basically, there's not much space left. But tonight the night is just right, and the breeze is blowing, so it's just right to sit outside.

"I slept too much during the day and just took a nap. Now that I'm awake, I can't fall asleep again!" Qin waved her hand to refuse Gu Yunzhou's support and walked towards the courtyard by herself.

The mother and son sat down, and Gu Yunzhou took out the banknotes and jade pendant and handed them to Qin. "Mother, please keep these banknotes. Don't go to the Gu Mansion to work in the future. As for this jade pendant, it is a defensive treasure. Wear it on your body. When you need it, just squeeze your finger and drip blood on it!"