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

Gu Xinyue stood up and bowed gracefully: "Xinyue greets Prince Yi and Princess Yi."

Princess Yi said, "Xin Yue, thank you for bringing Hong Yu and Wan'er."

Hong Yu stood up and said, “Your Highness, my surname is Hong and my given name is Yu. This is my younger sister, Hong Juan. We are originally from Jingzhou, but we have been living in Shihou Town, Suxian County, Mianzhou for three years. My sister likes Miss Gu and came to the capital with her this time.”

He glanced at Gu Xinyue and continued, "Our parents are both deceased, but the princess looks very much like our mother, and my younger sister looks just like our mother. Wan'er is our mother's nickname."

Princess Yi pondered for a long time, then sadly said to Prince Yi, "Wan'er has passed away. It has been 25 years since Wan'er and I were separated."

Then she pulled Hong Juan to sit down beside her and said, “Child, I am your aunt. Your mother and I are twin sisters. I am the older sister and your mother is the younger sister. We got separated and your mother is no longer here. From now on, I will be your mother.”

Hong Juan felt that the woman in front of her was very kind, she liked her very much, and she was willing to be her daughter.

"Your Highness, look how well Wan'er has taught Yu'er! He is not only handsome and dignified, but also elegant and graceful."

"Yu'er, this is your mother, your mother concubine. I am your father."

This is supposed to be a family reunion, but it's so illogical! They haven't even done a paternity test yet. Shouldn't they do a blood test to confirm kinship? I feel like this isn't the right place for me.

Gu Xinyue asked, "Your Highness, is there no mistake in your kinship assessment?"

"There's absolutely no mistake! After all, this child's features are so similar to mine, it's like they were made from the same mold."

Prince Yi didn't say much. People came to claim kinship in droves, but this feeling of blood connection could not be faked. Looking at his handsome son, a warm feeling welled up in his heart; fate seemed to be on his side.

Gu Xinyue presented a jade pendant to Prince Yi, who examined it for a moment before handing it to his wife.

Princess Yi said, "Yu'er, this is a token of the royal family. You are our Yu'er, Hongyu, Chu Hongyu."

Hong Yu looked at Gu Xinyue and said, "You know the origin of this jade pendant."

“I don’t know the origin of this jade pendant, but I know it’s a token of your identity. I didn’t want to accept it, but I took it because I was afraid of offending you.”

You said you would return it to me.

"Ah."

"Then how will you lead us to Prince Yi's residence?"

“Yu’er, you’ve just arrived in the capital and don’t know the situation. Everyone in the capital knows that Prince Yi’s mansion is looking for a child.” Prince Yi interrupted Hong Yu.

"I had no other intentions, thank you." This sudden change in identity made Hong Yu feel quite uncomfortable, like a lost fawn in the forest, bewildered and helpless.

"Xin Yue, I am indebted to you. What do you need my help with?"

“Your Highness, you surely won’t believe me if I say I have no ulterior motives towards you. Our Changning Marquis’s Mansion is currently in a precarious situation, and it is really not appropriate for us to have too much involvement with Your Highness’s Mansion. Today’s visit to your esteemed residence is purely out of admiration and respect for the beauty of your mansion’s courtyard. I hope that Your Highness will not show favoritism to those who oppose the Gu family in the future. I am deeply grateful. I have troubled you, and I will take my leave now.”

After saying that, Xin Yue turned and left. She called Xia He, who was waiting for her in the courtyard, and walked out of the palace without looking back.

Prince Yi stood frozen in place. So many people had groveled before him, fawning and flattering him for fame and fortune. Yet this young woman seemed to see through the situation, unmoved by petty gains. Such composure was exactly like that of Old Man Gu! It was just a pity that she was a woman.

She knew all too well that without her cousin's help, she wouldn't even have been able to step into Prince Yi's residence. Although Prince Yi did not participate in political affairs, the Emperor held him in high esteem.

He didn't mention the Marquis of Changning's residence because he looked down on it and didn't want to cause trouble for himself. When he asked what help he needed, it was a tactful way of dismissing him.

Since he didn't want to be associated with the Marquis of Changning's mansion, she should quickly slip away and avoid staying behind, as that would only annoy people.

In short, today's trip was worthwhile; Prince Yi's attitude shows that the Emperor is deliberately trying to suppress the Marquis's family.

Gu Xinyue arrived at Pear Blossom Lane and told everyone to rest well these few days, put away Hong Yu and his sister's things, and that they would not be coming back for the time being.

She told Gu An that her mother was recovering and that she planned to return to the Marquis's mansion. She asked Gu An and the others to investigate the life stories of everyone in the mansion, but to do so discreetly, and to take measures if anything was exposed.

Back at Qingya Courtyard, Gu Xinyue saw Jixiang Ruyi walking slowly in the courtyard with her mother.

Yang Ziwei smiled and said, "Yue'er, you're back."

"Mother, how are you feeling?"

"I haven't been out for a few years. Today, I feel that the air is fresh, the sunshine is bright, and I'm in a good mood. In short, everything is great."

Yang Ziwei's complexion was much better than when Gu Xinyue first met her, but she still couldn't be considered beautiful. Gu Xinyue planned to use dietary therapy and take care of her.

Back in the house, Gu Xinyue wrote down a medicinal diet recipe and asked Jixiang to tell the cook to prepare it for her mother.

She cheerfully told Ruyi, "Carefully mash these fresh, tender green cucumbers into a paste." Ruyi obeyed and brought them over shortly afterward.

Then, she cheerfully picked up the bowl of cucumber paste and sat down next to her mother. She gently spread the cucumber paste on her mother's face and kneaded it lightly with her tender fingertips, as if playing a beautiful melody.

This kind of facial massage not only promotes blood circulation, but also allows the skin to absorb all the nutrients from the cucumber.

After the massage, she carefully and evenly applied the remaining cucumber paste to her mother's face. That thin layer of green mask, like a mysterious gift from nature, exuded a faint fragrance.

The mother closed her eyes, happily enjoying the love and care her daughter gave her.

After a while, Gu Xinyue helped her mother wash her face and then applied skincare products to her.

"Wow, Mom, your skin looks even smoother and more delicate!" Gu Xinyue exclaimed in surprise.

Yang Ziwei touched her face, feeling quite satisfied. "It's all thanks to you, Yue'er."

"Mom, you must do this every day from now on, and your skin will get better and better," Gu Xinyue said with a smile.

Yang Ziwei nodded, "Okay, I'll do whatever Yue'er says. By the way, Yue'er, did you find anything at the Prince's mansion today?"

Gu Xinyue told Yang Ziwei what had happened at the Prince's Mansion, and Yang Ziwei remained silent for a moment after listening.

“It seems the Emperor really wants to suppress our Marquis’s Mansion,” Yang Ziwei sighed. “However, you did the right thing; we can’t have too much involvement with the Prince’s Mansion right now.”

Gu Xinyue comforted her, "Mother, don't worry, there's always a way out. We'll definitely get through this."

Looking at her sensible daughter, Yang Ziwei felt a surge of relief. "Yes, with you here, I feel much more at ease."

In the days that followed, Gu Xinyue took care of her mother, read books, and spent time with her younger brother.

Seeing her mother's face gradually regain its color, and her whole being looking radiant and full of energy, a stark contrast to her previous sickly appearance, Gu Xinyue felt genuinely happy and gratified.

Gu Xinyue and her mother were discussing their return to the Marquis's residence the next day. Jixiang came in and said, "Madam, Miss, a major event happened in the capital today, and it has become the talk of the town in a short time."

Prince Yi found his lost son and daughter. His son was named the heir apparent of the Prince Yi's Mansion, and his daughter was named Princess Jingning. The imperial edict was proclaimed, and within an hour, the news had spread throughout the capital, becoming the talk of the town.

I heard that Prince Yi's mansion will be holding a grand banquet in a month to introduce the heir and the princess to everyone.

Some speculate that it might be a banquet for the Crown Prince's consort, which the young ladies who intend to marry into the royal family are carefully preparing for.

Hearing this, Gu Xinyue felt very happy that they had found such a home.