Exile at the start? The princess is no ordinary woman.

That evening, Gu Nanzhi told Bai Zang and Ren Shuqing about it.

"Bai Zang, Shu Qing, I have a patient appointment tomorrow afternoon. You will accompany me tomorrow, and this will be my first time showing you around."

"Yes, Master"

"Well, let's go."

....................

"Shuyi, I'm leaving the Chuiyanlou place to you. We probably won't be back for dinner..."

"Yes, miss, sir,"

The next day, after having lunch at the Cuiyanlou restaurant, seeing that it was almost time, Gu Nanzhi, Jun Yanchen, Bai Zang, and Ren Shuqing prepared to set off.

Bai Zang placed a medicine box on the carriage, then had Jun Yanchen and Gu Nanzhi board, while Ren Shuqing sat at the front of the carriage.

Bai Zang drove the carriage from Chuiyanlou to Xu Mansion.

Xu Mansion

Because Gu Nanzhi and Jun Yanchen were supposed to come to their house today, they took care of some things early in the morning. Xu Chengzhi, Xu Ruilin, and Xu Qingning, the three siblings, were all waiting at home.

Even their father, who said Gu Nanzhi was there to treat their mother, didn't leave the house this afternoon.

The pastries that Xu Qingning mentioned have all been prepared.

Even if Gu Nanzhi is helpless to cure their mother's illness today, she is still their friend and should be treated well.

The appointed time was approaching.

The three siblings, Xu Chengzhi, Xu Qingning, and Xu Ruilin, went directly to the gate of the mansion and waited, with the mansion's steward also waiting at the gate.

They saw a carriage approaching from afar, which must be Gu Nanzhi and her group.

"call"

"Master, we've arrived,"

Bai Zang said something, then got off the train and waited for the two people in the carriage to come out.

Xu Chengzhi and the others also gathered around.

"Young Master Jun, Young Lady Jun, thank you for your trouble."

"Lady Gu, Young Master Jun, you've finally arrived."

"Sister Nanzhi"

"Young Master Xu, Second Young Master Xu, Qingning, we've kept you waiting,"

Gu Nanzhi smiled and introduced her two young apprentices.

"Let me formally introduce you. This is my eldest apprentice, Bai Zang, who has been practicing medicine for many years..."

"This is my little apprentice, Ren Shuqing. She's just starting out, and I brought her out to broaden her horizons."

The two people being introduced bowed slightly, while the other clasped their hands in greeting.

"Young Master Xu, Second Young Master Xu, Second Miss Xu, I am Bai Zang."

"Greetings, Young Master Xu, Second Young Master Xu, and Second Miss Xu."

"Young Master Bai, Miss Ren"

After exchanging greetings, Xu Chengzhi led the way in inviting the people into his home.

"Young Master Jun, Young Lady Jun, Young Master Bai, Miss Ren, please."

"please"

The four of them followed the Xu siblings into the Xu residence, passing through covered corridors before finally arriving at the main hall.

It must be said that the Xu family is indeed a wealthy family in the area. Their mansion is quite impressive, with a large area and various gardens and buildings that are perfectly arranged and meticulously designed.

Xu Huanshan and Xu Chenshi were waiting in the main hall.

After coming in, there was another introduction.

"Father, Mother, these two are Young Master Jun Yanchen and his wife Gu Nanzhi. These two are Young Master Bai Zang, Madam Jun's apprentice, and Miss Ren Shuqing."

"Young Master Jun, Madam Jun, this is my father and mother."

When the group entered, Xu Huanshan and Xu Chenshi both stood up and sized up the young men before them. As a businessman, Xu Huanshan's eyes were naturally more shrewd.

At that time, Xu Chenshi looked somewhat sickly, but she also exuded a gentle and graceful air.

"Young Master Jun, Madam Jun, Chengzhi already spoke to me last night. Thank you both for making this trip. Please have a seat."

"Butler, bring the tea."

Xu Huanshan said a few polite words, then instructed the steward to serve tea.

At this moment, Madam Xu Chen also spoke.

"Young Master Jun, Madam Jun, please have a seat. I often hear Lin'er and Qing'er mention you two. Today..."

However, these were all just polite words.

Jun Yanchen and Gu Nanzhi took their seats and exchanged pleasantries with him.

"Mr. Xu, Mrs. Xu, I apologize for disturbing you."

"Mr. Xu, Mrs. Xu, I apologize for the intrusion. I've heard Mr. Xu and Qingning mention you two before, and today I'm finally able to meet you in person, Mr. Xu..."

There's no real meaning in these polite exchanges, but since the host is being so polite, we can only go along with it. After all, anyone can say polite words and nice phrases.

After the tea was served, I took a couple of sips.

This is how the topic gradually got to the point, and it was Xu Chenshi who brought it up first.

"Madam Jun, my headaches are a chronic condition. I've consulted many doctors over the past two years, but nothing has helped."

Now, Cheng'er, Lin'er, and the other children have troubled you to make this trip again..."

“No trouble at all, Madam Xu. I am friends with both of you gentlemen and Qingning. I have learned some medical skills since I was a child. When I heard that you two gentlemen mentioned Madam Xu’s illness, it is only right that I come to your residence to examine her and do my best.”

"Hey, thank you for your help."

Since we've come this far, let's get the diagnosis done first. That way, we can get the important matter settled and everyone will have a better understanding of whether the condition can be cured, which will make our subsequent conversation easier.

So Gu Nanzhi took the initiative to speak.

"Mr. Xu, Mrs. Xu, and the two young masters, since you're here, why don't I and Bai Zang first examine Mrs. Xu?"

"Then I'll trouble you, Madam Jun. Please."

"Thank you for your trouble, Madam Jun."

"Thank you for your trouble, Miss Gu."

"That's appropriate. Would you like to take the pulse right here?"

"As you wish, Madam, if you require a quiet place, you may go to the side hall or the bedroom..."

"Then please, Madam, move to the side hall."

"Madam, please follow me."

Madam Xu, Gu Nanzhi, Bai Zang, Ren Shuqing, Xu Qingning, and Xu Ruilin went to the side hall to see patients, while Jun Yanchen stayed behind. Xu Huanshan and Xu Chengzhi stayed in the main hall to entertain the guests.

Jun Yanchen possessed a powerful aura and wasn't one to talk much, so the main hall fell silent for a moment.

During this time, Xu Huanshan couldn't help but look him over several times.

Jun Yanchen remained as steady as a mountain, allowing himself to be scrutinized. After a long while, Jun Yanchen took the initiative to speak.

"Mr. Xu, do you have something to say?"

Xu Huanshan hesitated for a moment, then spoke after careful consideration.

"Young Master Jun, there's something I'm unsure whether I should ask you."

Jun Yanchen remained calm and composed, his expression unchanged. He already understood Xu Huanshan's words, and slowly put down the cup in his hand.

Finally, he raised his eyes and glanced at Xu Huan, who was sitting in the main seat.

"Feel free to ask."

Despite this, Xu Huanshan was still somewhat uneasy. He stood up, carefully considering his words before speaking.

"Does Young Master Jun know Lord Zheng, the newly appointed Prefect of Junlan?"

Having asked this question, Xu Huanshan and Xu Chengzhi looked at Jun Yanchen with a hint of trepidation, only to find him silent for a long time. Just when they thought he wouldn't answer,

He finally spoke.

"Zheng Shuyu...I know him."