A crown princess who doesn't do infrastructure construction isn't a good doctor.

As they prepared to sit down for their meal, Beitang Xinyue saw Du Heng and Du Ruo, the siblings, and Lu Yu and Lu Xi, the brothers. Remembering Qin Suiyou's words earlier, she realized that Beitang Xinyue had a new understanding of their relationship, so she didn't say anything more.

Du Ruo explained, "Today's banquet is a welcome feast. We usually dine at different times than the young master."

Because of her previous suspicions about Du Ruo's identity, Beitang Xinyue felt guilty towards her. So, after indicating that she understood, she sat down next to Du Ruo and took the initiative to talk to her.

During the meal, Du Ruo followed the rules and didn't like to talk, but Bei Tang Xin Yue would occasionally ask her a few questions while listening to Qin Sui You and Lu Xi's conversation, and she would patiently answer them. Over time, the two of them became quite familiar with each other.

After the meal, the group chatted in the small hall to help them digest.

Before dinner, Granny Ye and the wet nurse carried Beitang Rui to the west wing. To take care of him, they also ate dinner in the west wing. Beitang Rui was asleep at the moment, and the two of them were sitting in a place where they could talk quietly without disturbing him and could see him directly, chatting to pass the time.

The wet nurse's surname was Wang, and her husband's surname was Zheng. The couple were both old servants of the Wang family. They had two sons. The younger son had been weaned for over a month, but still had enough milk. So, when she had nothing to do, her husband would take care of the younger son, while she would often accompany Granny Ye to take care of Beitang Rui.

Wang, the wet nurse, was not yet thirty years old and had a cheerful personality. Thinking about what she had seen and felt during the day, she said, "Zhengjun is really a wonderful person. Not only is his medical skill superb, but he also has a good temper, does not think too highly of himself, and treats his servants very well."

Granny Ye nodded, "Yes, I noticed that those maids have only been in Wutong Courtyard for a few days, but their personalities are quite different from before."

"Yes."

Wang, the wet nurse, looked around the room that Jinwen had tidied up and continued, "I've met Jinwen a few times before. She used to be a bit quiet and reserved, but now she's much more outgoing."

After saying that, Wang the wet nurse thought of something and continued, "And their names, were they changed by the Lord? I remember that before they were called by the names given by their original family, but the new ones sound quite nice."

Granny Ye knew that it was the princess's intention to change the name, but she didn't expect Qin Suiyou to choose such a good name. At least it sounded like he had put thought into it. From this perspective, this prince was a good person.

As she nodded in agreement with Granny Wang's words, she heard footsteps coming from outside. Thinking that it was Beitang Xinyue coming, Granny Ye got up to open the door.

After opening the door, Granny Ye realized that Qin Suiyou had also come over.

"Why is Masakazu here too?"

"I just came to check if Jinwen's arrangements went smoothly, and if there's anything else that needs to be added?"

After letting them in, Granny Ye smiled and said, "We don't need anything, so we're troubling you, Lord Zheng."

After looking around, Qin Suiyou said, "That's good. Is Rui Rui asleep?"

"She's been asleep for quite a while."

"Has he been sleeping soundly these past few days?"

After a moment's recollection, Granny Ye replied, "I was indeed quite uneasy before, and I would often be frightened and cry. I felt sorry for her but had no other choice, so I asked Mr. Li to prescribe some calming medicine. However, it was not a long-term solution. But after taking the medicine you gave me these past few days, I have been sleeping much better and eating better than before. I am truly grateful to you."

As she spoke, Granny Ye's heart ached with a mixture of heartache and relief, and tears welled up in her eyes.

Hearing the expected answer, Qin Suiyou asked about Beitang Rui's previous situation before returning to the east wing.

After a good night's sleep, the rain gradually stopped as the sun rose. Small puddles had gathered in some corners of the corridor floor. After Liu Yao swept the water away with a broom, Du Heng picked up some discarded cloth and tied it into a simple mop, then asked him to dry the floor a bit more.

"This mop works pretty well. Brother Du is really smart."

Du Heng laughed and said, "This is not my idea; it was something the young master taught us to do when we were little."

In the time it took to say a few words, Liu Yao had just finished dragging the last bit of a corridor.

After hearing what Du Heng said, he placed his hands on the wooden handle of the mop and said, "The Lord?"

Seeing Du Heng nod, he sighed, "Even Zhengjun knows how to do these rough jobs and can think of more convenient methods. He is really different from other young masters of noble families."

"That is."

Du Heng proudly crossed his arms and continued, "My young master is brilliant and intelligent, and his character is also excellent. He is not someone that ordinary people can compare to. Even you, the heir of Prince An, are the same."

Du Heng naturally didn't say the last sentence aloud. After all, he was now under someone else's roof, and as a qualified Qin Suiyou fan, he had to behave in a way that wouldn't bring shame to his idol.

Liu Yao chuckled and said, "That's right, that's right. Zhengjun is a good person and he's very kind to us. He gave us nicer names and even gave each of us a tael of silver as a reward on the day we arrived at Wutong Courtyard."

Du Heng remained noncommittal, but it was clear that he felt quite proud of Liu Yao's praise.

At this moment, Luo Xian, who was carrying breakfast to the dining hall, asked the two of them, "Have you two eaten breakfast? If not, go and eat first before continuing."

Du Heng replied, "It's alright, we're just missing that corner over there. Once we're done, we'll go eat."

"Well."

Luo Xian nodded and said, "I'll go in first," before entering the room.

As Du Heng turned around, he saw Liu Yao rush to the remaining corridor on the other side as if she had suddenly been injected with chicken blood, waving the mop wildly.

"What are you in such a hurry for?"

Liu Yao replied with his head down, "Luo Xian told me to hurry up and eat, so I have to hurry."

Hearing Liu Yao's seemingly strange words mixed with a silly grin, Du Heng sensed something amiss.

Walking up to Liu Yao, Du Heng asked in a soft but audible voice, "Do you like Luo Xian?"

Like a big cat whose tail had been stepped on, Liu Yao exclaimed in surprise, "How did you know?!"

Du Heng blinked, not expecting Liu Yao to be so quick to question, admitting it with just one sentence.

Realizing she had made a foolish mistake, Liu Yao's face flushed red, and she stammered, trying to explain, "No, no, I, that..."

"Tsk, tsk."

Du Heng patted Liu Yao on the shoulder and said, "It's okay, I won't laugh at you. Just say it if you like her. You haven't confessed yet, have you? Do you want me to give you some advice?"

"No, no need. Luo Xian is so wonderful, I'm not good enough for her."

Seeing Liu Yao's sudden drop in mood, Du Heng frowned.

"What, did Luo Xian herself say you're not good enough for her?"

Liu Yao immediately retorted, "No, no, she is a kind woman, how could she say such things? It's just that I'm bad with words and don't have any ability."

After saying that, Liu Yao chuckled twice: "Hehe, I'm already very satisfied that I can watch over her like this and help her out from time to time. She deserves someone better."

Du Heng shook his head helplessly, "What a blockhead! He thinks he's not good enough for her, so he should hurry up and work harder. He's so unambitious."

"But I'm not very bright, I don't know what I can do."

Du Heng sized up the person in front of him. Liu Yao was not handsome, but his facial proportions were very good. He had a clear and upright gaze and a strong physique. He was a person who made people feel very safe.

"His appearance is good, and his height and physique are also good. He is a bit simple-minded, but he has his merits."

Upon hearing Du Heng's assessment, Liu Yao's mind began to stir.

"Brother Du, what's so commendable about it?"

Du Heng stroked his chin and asked, "Was your strength natural? Have you ever practiced martial arts?"

“My strength is innate. When I was a child, I was a good worker in the village. However, my family was poor, and we could barely fill our stomachs all year round. I never had the opportunity to learn martial arts.”

"To tell you the truth, there was a famine in my hometown a few years ago. Although I am tall, there was no work to do on the way to Yejing with the disaster victims, and we didn't have enough to eat. My parents couldn't hold on and passed away. I was so thin that I was just a skeleton. It was only after we arrived at the Prince's Mansion and were able to eat our fill that I gained weight."

"But I have a big appetite and get hungry quickly. Sometimes Luo Xian would share her rations with me. Now it's even better. In Wutong Courtyard, we can cook our own meals, and Luo Xian will give me extra food. Zhengjun will also give us snacks, and..."

Du Heng was initially listening attentively to Liu Yao recount his past, but as he listened, something seemed off. Helpless, Du Heng had no choice but to interrupt him temporarily.

"Let's pause for now, you can tell me slowly later, let's go eat first."

"okay."

"So, Brother Du, what exactly are the merits you mentioned about me?"

"Eat first, I'll tell you later."