Chang'an Fu

Chapter 5 The Storm in the Xiao Mansion

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"It's a crime to say it." The people in this small town seemed to be very interested in the affairs of the Xiao family. As soon as the conversation started, Xiaoer simply sat at Li Yu's table. She can be regarded as a kind person, sometimes she will send porridge in the suburbs to let those beggars solve their food and clothing problems, but unfortunately, God has no eyes, I don’t know what disease she contracted.”

"I just heard from the next table that it was an epidemic." At this time, Gu San, who hadn't spoken for a long time, asked

"Hey, my son, you can't talk nonsense, hey, this epidemic has made everyone panic, and they can't live in peace." The second brother sighed.

"Wang Xiaoer, what are you talking about with the guests?" At this time, the shopkeeper stopped the little brother, "Hurry up and greet the guests."

"Hey, here you go, please go ahead, two guests" said Xiaoer and went to greet other guests

"Brother Gu San, I see that they have made the Xiao Mansion so dangerous, so let's stop participating in it." Li Yu said while stuffing food into his mouth.

"No, please go to Xiao's house, and borrow from Ma"

"But that person just said that Mrs. Xiao's illness is so terrible, aren't you afraid? What if the disease really infected us?" Li Yu said pretending to be panicked

"Brother Zihuan, if you are afraid, then wait for me here and I will go"

"But….."

"Eat without talking, sleep without talking, eat"

Li Yu wanted to say something but was blocked by Gu San, Li Yu thought to himself, since you insisted on going, I just happened to see what's wrong with Mrs. Xiao

After eating, Gu San immediately set off on the way to Xiao's mansion, Li Yu followed behind him all the time

"What? Isn't brother Zihuan afraid? You don't have to go with me."

"No, if Mrs. Xiao is really plagued by the disease, then I will definitely go and have a look. How can I put you in danger alone?"

The two stood in front of Xiao's mansion and were about to knock on the door, when a servant came out from inside, Gu San stepped forward and asked

"Brother, please inform your master, someone is looking for you"

The servant said impatiently, "Who are you? Our master is very busy. See you soon."

"Hey, what's the matter with you?" Li Yu was about to step forward to argue, but was stopped by Gu San

"Brother, please inform me that someone outside the door wants to see Mr. Xiao, and he has a way to cure Mrs. Xiao's illness."

Hearing this, the boy seriously looked at the two people in front of him. They were well-dressed and looked very good. In addition, this man said that he could manage his wife just now. The boy thought about it and thought that this The two of them didn't look like liars, so they said

"Okay, wait a minute, I'll go in and inform our master"

Seeing the little servant go in, Li Yu asked suspiciously

"Third brother, I didn't know that you could be good at medicine."

"It's expedient, let's go in and talk about it" The co-author is not sure, what a nonsense

The talking neutral boy will be back soon

"Two sons, our master invites you in, please come with me"

Li Yu glanced at Gu San, this method really works

Being led all the way by the servant, Li Yu found that Mr. Xiao's house was quite grand, and it seemed that he had made a lot of money in business. As he walked, a locked room in front caught Li Yu's attention. It is very grand, and the location is near the front. It is absolutely impossible to be an abandoned room. There is only one possibility. Mrs. Xiao lives in it. Thinking of this, Li Yu smiled, and did not notice that Gu San was looking at him

Soon the servant led them into the front hall

"You two wait a moment, our master will come right away, and I will pour tea for you two," said the young man and stepped back.

"Did you notice anything unusual during this journey just now?" Li Yu asked in a low voice.

"This mansion is very grand, and the layout is very particular. It looks like a big family, but the strange thing is that there are no servants along the way, except for the boy who brought us in." Gu San replied

"And just now I came all the way and found a very strange house. The location is so close to the front that it is either the master room or the room where valuables are kept, but it is locked. If I guess correctly, it should be the room where Mrs. Xiao was imprisoned." Li Yu added

"The two young masters have come from a long way, and I have lost my way to welcome you." At this time, a middle-aged man dressed plainly walked in from outside the house. Although he was not dressed gorgeously, the material was not cheap at first glance. This must be Mr. Xiao up

"Master Xiao is so polite, but the younger generation came to visit rashly, so it's a lot of trouble," Gu Sanji said first

"Hey, you don't have to be like this, my lord, please sit down." Master Xiao picked up the tea on the table, took a sip and then put it down "The old man just heard that the two lords claim to be able to cure their wife?

"To tell you the truth, Master Xiao, I followed my father to make medical visits since I was a child, and I have learned a lot of medical skills since I was a child. I just heard something about your wife when I passed this place, so I wanted to try it."

"Oh? The old man has to make it clear to the young master in advance. The wife's sick old man has searched for famous doctors to no avail. It is very tricky. If the two young masters want to repent, the old man can let you go back. If not, there is nothing wrong with leaving." It's so easy." Master Xiao shook his sleeves at this point, the vicious expression on his face was in sharp contrast to the string of Buddhist beads in his hand

"Master Xiao, don't worry, I won't come if I'm not sure." Gu San smiled and continued, "But before that, please allow me to go and see Mrs. Madam's condition first."

Seeing how confident the young man was, Master Xiao called the boy before him to take Gu San to Mrs. Xiao's place. At this time, Li Yu who was standing by the side followed, and the boy was about to stop him.

"Master Xiao, I'm our young master's medicine boy, he can't do without me when he goes out to see the doctor." Li Yu winked at Gu San, Gu San nodded at Master Xiao, and the servant brought the two to Mrs. Xiao's In front of the house, take the key and open the door

"This is the two young masters, please go ahead." After finishing speaking, the servant left

The two of Li Yu walked into the room, the room was very clean and tidy, presumably someone came to clean it every day, Li Yu noticed that there was a bunch of cloves on the table, presumably Master Xiao was kind to his wife, not That kind of ruthless person, seeing Mrs. Xiao being tied up on the bed by Wuhuada, was about to walk over to have a look. Mrs. Xiao, who was lying motionless, immediately opened her eyes wide and began to struggle when she heard the sound. Gu Huai immediately stepped forward and nodded. Mrs. Xiao's acupuncture point, she fainted immediately. At this time, Li Yu saw that Mrs. Xiao's wrist was dripping with blood due to hard struggle, and there were many scars around it. It seemed that it was left by such a long struggle. Added a new one, Li Yu just noticed that Mrs. Xiao's eyes are red, the kind that oozes blood, and from the current point of view, she should not know anyone

"This disease is too weird," Li Yu said.

"It's an epidemic," Gu San said.

Is it really a disease?Then how did he get infected this time? Li Yu couldn't figure it out. Judging from the group of villagers he met before, A Tao contracted the disease and stayed with them for so long. It's contagious, but what if it's not contagious?

"Brother Gu San is really well-informed. I haven't even seen the shadow of the epidemic. Unexpectedly, Brother Gu recognized it as an epidemic at a glance."

"I'm used to walking around the rivers and lakes on weekdays, so naturally I know a little bit." Gu San continued, "Besides, this epidemic has made people panic, and I still know a little bit about its symptoms."

Li Yu saw that he was sloppy, so he didn't want to say it, so he didn't expect him to give a real answer, "Then third brother, what can you do?"

"No." Gu San replied truthfully, he really had nothing to do at this time

"I've finished reading everything we need to see, let's go out, it seems that we will live in Xiao's residence for a few days." Li Yu planned to go out the door after speaking.

Since Gu San said he can cure it, then Li Yu is not worried about this problem, but now there is another person outside to deal with it.

Seeing Li Yu and Li Yu coming out, the young man immediately went up to meet him, "Master told the two young masters to take them to the study as soon as they come out. Our master is waiting for the two young masters over there, please follow me."

The young servant led the two of them around Mrs. Xiao's room and walked on the gravel road behind. Li Yu walked next to Gu San, looking here and there. Not having such thoughts, Li Yu saw that Mr. Xiao was not like this kind of person, so he wanted to play tricks on the boy who led the way to see if he could get any clues.

"What's the name of this little brother? I was too hasty to ask before."

"My lord, you are being polite, the villain's name is Ah Zheng"

"Look at the elegant layout of this yard. I think Mr. Xiao is also a very interesting person." Li Yu continued to inquire.

"To tell you the truth, my wife has always been in charge of the layout of this home. Our master doesn't care about it. He is busy with the business of the silk and satin shop all day long."

Seeing Ah Zheng replying, Li Yu planned to slowly enter the topic "I don't know how long this lady has been ill."

Ah Zheng paused for a while when he heard the words, as if he didn't want to ask this question, but he felt inappropriate if he didn't answer, so he said, "It's been a while, and I can't remember exactly how long."

"Then did your wife get sick after touching something?"

"Young master, don't embarrass me. How can a villain know this? If you have any questions, please ask our master."

Li Yu wanted to say something, Gu San pulled him, Li Yu glanced at Gu San in confusion, only to see Gu San shook his head at him. Firm, since there is nothing to ask, then Li Yu simply stopped talking

Soon Ah Zheng led them to Master Xiao's study room. As soon as he entered the door, Li Yu saw a room full of porcelain, calligraphy and paintings. He said it was a study room, but he just put a few books on the shelf at random. This study is just for show

"I don't know how the two young masters are doing with the diagnosis and treatment of my wife?"

"If my deduction is correct, your lady should be infected with the disease," Gu San said.

"Master, you must talk nonsense. My wife is obviously hysterical, how could it be an epidemic?" Master Xiao rubbed the string of beads in his hand uncomfortably.

"Master Xiao, do you think that your lady's symptoms have been in a state of madness, and she bites anyone she sees. You ordered her mouth to be blocked with cotton cloth. Firstly, you are worried that she will bite others, and secondly, you are worried that she will bite yourself. It is precisely because she is stronger than usual that I had to tie her up." Gu San picked up the teacup on the table and took a sip and continued, "Although I don't know how Madam contracted the disease, but this place is far away from the disease. Mao'an is very close, so I don't think Madam has had contact with the source of the disease before."

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