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Doctor Yu looked troubled. “My lord, you may not know this, but my little apprentice has been helping to treat the wounded in the military camp for several days and nights without rest.”

She was only able to go home to rest after reinforcements arrived these past few days, and is not currently at the clinic. It's uncertain whether she will be able to come today.

Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Shen Han's eyes.

Marquis Qingyang laughed and said, "It's alright. Anyway, I still need to examine my injuries here, so I'll just wait for her while I do so."

Doctor Yu didn't know why the father and daughter were so determined to see Shen Man, but seeing that Shen Han and Shen Man did look very similar, he couldn't help but wonder if Man'er really had some kind of relationship with the Qingyang Marquis's mansion.

Just then, the sound of horses' hooves rang out outside the clinic, breaking the silence. Marquis Qingyang and Shen Han instinctively turned their heads, their eyes fixed on the source of the sound.

A graceful woman was riding a pure black horse with a coat as smooth and lustrous as silk, slowly approaching them.

The sunlight shone on her, as if draping her in a golden veil, making her look as if she had stepped out of a painting.

Unfortunately, the woman's face was mostly covered by a snow-white handkerchief, making it difficult to see her true appearance.

Only her eyes, clear and captivating like autumn water, were visible. From those eyes alone, it was easy to tell that this woman possessed a beauty that could topple kingdoms.

Before they could even react, someone from inside the clinic rushed up to them and called out, "Man'er, you've finally arrived! Marquis Qingyang and Miss Shen the Second want to see you, and they're waiting for you in the main hall right now!"

"Please wait a moment, distinguished guests, while I take the horse to the backyard before coming back!" Shen Man said calmly, glancing towards the clinic. She then lightly lifted the reins and quickened her pace towards the clinic's backyard.

Shen Han looked at Wanfeng beneath Shen Man, a hint of envy flashing in his eyes.

"Father, so she is Doctor Ding! The horse she is riding has a slender head, a long neck, long limbs, thin skin, fine hair, and a light gait. It looks just like the Akhal-Teke horse described in the books!"

"Han'er, you're not mistaken, that horse is indeed an Akhal-Teke. Among all Akhal-Teke horses, the black and white ones are the most noble and rarest. Even with money, you might not be able to buy one; they are truly priceless."

"I never expected that such a young girl could acquire such a valuable Akhal-Teke horse and even tame it. She seems quite extraordinary!"

"Just who is this Doctor Ding? Could he be the long-lost daughter of some high-ranking official or noble family?" Shen Han asked her father, her mind full of doubts.

"Stop talking nonsense and making wild guesses," Marquis Qingyang scolded in a low voice. In truth, he was also full of curiosity. How could such a mysterious and wealthy person be content to work as a lowly doctor?

Before long, Shen Manlian walked lightly into the hall. She did not remove the silk handkerchief covering her face, and her eyes revealed a coldness.

"This humble woman greets Your Excellency and the Second Miss." Shen Man gave a slight curtsy.

"No need for such formalities, Doctor Ding. I've come today because my daughter heard from her best friend that you look very much like her, so she came to see your beautiful face and satisfy her curiosity." Marquis Qingyang stared intently at her, his eyes full of inquiry.

Shen Man smiled faintly: "The Second Miss is stunningly beautiful, while I am but a plain girl, how can I compare to her?"

"Doctor Ding is too modest. Although you are covering your face, you have an extraordinary air about you. You must be a beautiful woman. Would you mind removing your veil so that we can see you clearly?" Marquis Qingyang replied with a smile.

At this moment, Shen Han also spoke up: "If you feel uncomfortable, we can go to a private room and only show it to me. What do you think?"

Shen Man was unwilling to show her true face, so she said softly, "I recently caught a cold and developed some rashes on my face. I'm afraid I might pass on my illness to you two esteemed gentlemen, so it would be better if I wore a face mask."

"Well... if Doctor Ding is worried about that, then just stay away. Everyone who has seen you says you look like me, and I'm determined to see you clearly today."

Shen Han's words carried an undeniable firmness.

Upon hearing this, Shen Man knew that there was no way to avoid it today, so she said to Shen Han, "Since Miss Shen insists on watching, then let's watch!"

Shen Man slowly raised her hand, pinched a corner of the face towel with her fingertips, and gently pulled it down. Her face was bright red and covered with rashes of all sizes, making her look quite unsettling.

Shen Han couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, and Marquis Qingyang also looked astonished.

Such a face makes it impossible to linger one's gaze, and naturally, it's impossible to confirm whether the two people look alike.

Seeing this, Shen Man said to the two of them, "I did not mean it. If this rash is too ugly and frightens you, please do not blame me."

Shen Man had expected to feel some emotional turmoil upon seeing her biological father and elder sister. However, she was surprisingly calm.

It turns out that even if you are related by blood, if you have never had any connection with someone, you are no different from a stranger.

"Perhaps there is no such thing as blood ties or telepathy in this world," Shen Man thought to herself.

Shen Han quickly regained her composure, a hint of apology flashing in her eyes: "I'm sorry, Dr. Ding, I was being unreasonable. But you should still have a doctor take a look at the rash on your face."

Shen Man shook her head: "No need for that, thank you for your concern, Miss. I am a doctor myself, and the rash will naturally subside after a few days when the cold is cured."

Looking at Shen Man, Marquis Qingyang felt a surge of pity and said, "A young lady's face should be treated with care. Quickly have your master take a look at it."

"My shoulder injury is an old one anyway, so it's fine to get it treated later."

After thanking Marquis Qingyang, Shen Man put her face mask back on.

"Man'er, come quickly to the examination room, let your teacher take a look at you and see what's wrong..." Doctor Yu heard what the two were saying and quickly came over to Shen Man.

Shen Man followed Doctor Yu upstairs to the second floor, entered a room, and quietly closed the door.

"Master, it's nothing serious. I deliberately got these rashes on myself. I didn't want them to see my true face," Shen Man whispered to the doctor.

Upon hearing this, Doctor Yu breathed a sigh of relief: "You silly girl, how could you joke about your own face? But that Miss Shen does look like you. Are you sure there's nothing between you two?"

Shen Man's eyes flickered for a moment, and she slowly said, "Master, she is a young lady from a prestigious family in the capital, while I am a country girl born and raised here. What relationship could two people who are completely unrelated have?"