Peerless Physician: The Path of a Foolish Eldest Daughter's Rise to Power

Gu Xinyue asked Gu Yang to let her know that she would be there on time. Afterwards, she and Gu An went to the hall to learn about the information they had gathered over the past few days.

More than a decade ago, the bandits of Black Fox Mountain were notorious for robbing people on the road, looting homes, abducting women, and kidnapping for ransom. Their reputation was terrible for miles around. Mentioning Black Fox Mountain would make disobedient children behave and children who cried at night stop crying.

The government has tried to suppress them several times, but each attempt ended hastily. In recent years, Black Fox Mountain has been quiet, but the surrounding people are still afraid.

Nobody knows who is now in charge of Black Fox Mountain.

The next day, after breakfast, Gu Xinyue and Granny Liu went out together. The shops on both sides of the road were already open, and pedestrians were strolling leisurely.

In a shop selling writing brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones, there was a wide variety of paper and brushes. A young boy was reading a book next to a shop, and the shop assistant greeted them warmly.

Gu Xinyue looked at all the papers, but none of them were the ones from her study.

The shopkeeper asked enthusiastically, "Miss Gu, we're out of stock of the paper you usually use. Could you show me something else?"

She was about to speak when she saw the calligraphy and paintings hanging on the wall.

The characters flow smoothly and powerfully;

The painting features smooth lines and harmonious colors.

"Shopkeeper, I wonder which master created these calligraphy and paintings? Would I have the honor of meeting the artist?"

“Miss Gu, you’ve come at the perfect time today.” He pointed to the young man reading the book. “It was written by Scholar Li.”

The waiter led the young man over. He was dressed in a long blue robe, with delicate features and fair skin. He bowed and asked, "My name is Li Fu. May I ask what brings you here, young lady?"

"Scholar Li, I dare not presume to offer my guidance. Your calligraphy and paintings are a delight to behold. I wonder if Scholar Li would be willing to become my tutor?"

How old are the students?

“If my servants and maids are to learn, even an hour a day is fine.”

“Your magnanimity is a blessing to your servants and me. I grant your request.”

"Thank you, Master Li." She took the stack of papers from Granny Liu's hand. "It's a pleasure to meet you, these papers are for you."

Li Xiucai initially wanted to refuse, but once he held it in his hand, he was reluctant to part with it. Every time he came to this shop and saw this paper, he was tempted. Before his mother passed away, he had borrowed a lot of money for medical treatment, and he was still paying off the debts, so he dared not buy this luxurious paper.

Gu Xinyue watched as Liu Xiucai struggled with his decision, leaving it to him to decide whether or not to go.

She said to the shopkeeper, "I would like to exchange this paper for ordinary paper. Could you please do me the favor and make the exchange?"

The shopkeeper was grinning from ear to ear. He was out of stock, but people had been asking about it for the past few days, so how could he refuse?

"Okay, you can choose which type of paper you want first."

Gu Xinyue chose a paper that was slightly below average quality. "This is the only paper the shopkeeper has. I'll have someone deliver it to you."

The shopkeeper smiled and said, "Good, good, good."

Scholar Li returned the paper to Gu Xinyue, saying, "Miss, this is too precious; I cannot accept it."

Gu Xinyue was stunned. The scholar must like the finest paper. It would be fine if someone brought it to him. Why did he have to refuse?

In an instant, she understood. The scholar's choice made her think more highly of him. A person who can resist temptation is no ordinary person. Perhaps this is the scholar's integrity. A gentleman acquires things in a proper way, and this way is not someone else's way, but the way in his own heart.

She gave the paper to the shopkeeper, who carefully placed it in the cabinet.

She and Li Xiucai agreed to study every day at 9:00 AM starting tomorrow. After telling him the address, she left the shop.

Granny Liu asked, "Miss, do Huilan and I also have to study?"

“Of course. Look at the people around my mother, they are all literate. Brother Gu knows a few words, but those three don’t know a single word. You and Huilan can read, so you should learn too. Once you can read, teach them and supervise their studies. After all, the teacher’s time is limited.”

"it is good."

"It's still early, let's check out the pharmacy."

"Miss, shall we go to Li's Pharmacy? The herbs there are genuine and the owner is honest."

"Alright, let's go. I'll see how good your judgment is."

When they arrived at Li's Pharmacy, a large crowd had gathered around.

Granny Liu found out that the shop owner was selling the shop, and someone wanted to buy it at a low price. Doctor Li begged them to give him more money, but they refused and beat and scolded Doctor Li.

The people nearby were talking about it.

"This is terrible! The Du family opened a pharmacy, but now we can't find any genuine medicine."

"I heard that the Du family has always wanted to take over this shop, but Doctor Li has always refused. Last night, Doctor Li's wife suddenly fell ill in the middle of the night, and Doctor Li couldn't cure her. He wants to sell the shop and take his wife to seek medical treatment."

"My God, the Du family bullies men and women and has committed countless evils. How did such a good person as Doctor Li end up with the Du family?"

"Yes, getting involved with the Du family can lead to financial ruin at best, and even death at worst."

"Alas! Even the Du family's lackeys are tyrants."

Gu Xinyue already disliked the Du family, and now she disliked them even more. She and Granny Liu squeezed in and saw Doctor Li kneeling on the ground, kowtowing repeatedly to save the three burly men, which made everyone who wanted to watch the excitement feel heartbroken.

“Last time you said it cost 500 taels, but now my wife is sick. How are we, a family of four, supposed to live on 50 taels? This is the legacy of my ancestors.”

The three burly men laughed loudly. One of them said, "This is what happens when you don't sell to our master. Ask everyone, who dares to take over your shop?"

Another burly man shouted, "Go ahead and ask! I'll see who dares to challenge you!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Gu Xinyue walked in and said, "I want this shop. Doctor Li, name your price."

Doctor Li glanced at Granny Liu, then looked at Gu Xinyue, who was very agitated. He couldn't sell his pharmacy so cheaply; the medicinal herbs alone cost over a thousand taels of silver. But soon his rationality returned. This girl probably couldn't afford to offend the Du family, and he couldn't let her get hurt.

Seeing the hesitation in Doctor Li's eyes, Gu Xinyue said, "Since I dare to take it, I can take responsibility. Just name your price."

Doctor Li, trembling with fear and lacking confidence, said, "500 taels."

"Granny Liu, the silver."

Granny Liu quickly pulled out 500 taels of silver and gave it to Gu Xinyue. The three burly men were furious. Doctor Li had no way out today. This pharmacy was theirs for the taking, and now this little devil had ruined their plans.

They were about to beat up Gu Xinyue and Granny Liu when Gu An dodged to the side. Before anyone could see what was happening, the three burly men were already on the ground begging for mercy.

Just as Dr. Li was in a sorry state a moment ago, these three burly men are now in just as much of a sorry state. What goes around comes around.

Doctor Li quickly got up and thanked him, "Thank you, young lady, thank you, hero. I am deeply grateful. If you need any medicine in the future, please come to me."

Gu An shouted, "Get out of here! This pharmacy will belong to my master from now on. Don't even think about it."

He kicked each of the three burly men in the buttocks, and they scrambled out of the pharmacy. The people applauded and cheered.

Gu Xinyue looked around the pharmacy.

Two children, around ten years old, were supporting a pale-faced woman standing at the doorway inside. The woman looked at Doctor Li weakly, and the two children had tears in their eyes.

"Wife, why did you get out of bed? Come back to bed." Doctor Li hurriedly stepped forward to help the woman.

Gu Xinyue followed and, seeing the woman lying on the bed, said to Doctor Li, "May I take your wife's pulse?"

"Do you know medicine? Why don't you take a look?" Doctor Li saw that Gu Xinyue was young and probably had little experience. He had just saved her, so it wouldn't hurt to take her pulse.

After taking her pulse, it turned out to be acute appendicitis. Gu Xinyue went out and asked them to bring her medicine kit.

Doctor Li followed her out and asked doubtfully, "Young lady, can you cure this illness?"

"I can cure it, but can you trust me?"

"Really? I know my wife's illness is very serious."

"As long as you trust me, you can just watch and not ask any questions. After I finish treating you, you can ask me any questions you have."

Dr. Li agreed, and Gu Xinyue asked him to make the preparations.

Gu Xinyue took the medicine kit and went inside. After the disinfection was completed, the surgery began.

She told Dr. Li that she needed to cut open her abdomen to remove the lesion, and that Dr. Li should pay close attention to the effects of the anesthetic powder, and that the unconscious woman should not be moved.

As Dr. Li made an incision in the lower right abdomen, he watched the entire surgical procedure in shock, not daring to blink for even a second.

Half an hour later, Gu Xinyue cleaned up and packed her medicine box.

Dr. Li stared at the removed appendix without saying a word. Gu Xinyue could only give instructions to the staff before leaving.

After regaining his composure, Dr. Li discovered that Gu Xinyue had already left.