Chapter 123: Chapter 123: Suspicion

“I was too talkative.” Housekeeper Jiang was not annoyed in the slightest. “The second young master naturally knows more than I do.”

Xiao Fengxing snorted coldly, but he dared not shout loudly again.

The carriage stopped in front of the marquis’ residence, and once inside, Xiao Fengxing no longer concealed his intentions, hastily clamoring for a doctor to tend to him.

When Aunt Liu heard the servant’s report, she was so shocked that her face lost color, and she hurried to Qinglan Residence.

Upon entering the door, she saw Xiao Fengxing holding a bronze mirror, examining his face, and shouting, “Has the doctor not arrived yet? Doesn’t the residence employ Doctor Li? Why isn’t he here yet?”

“When my elder brother is free, Doctor Li is always on call. Why is he so late this time?”

Housekeeper Jiang calmly replied, “Doctor Li’s courtyard is a distance away from Qinglan Residence. As soon as I returned to the residence, I sent someone to fetch Doctor Li. He’s on his way now.”

Just as Housekeeper Jiang finished speaking, the old madam entered, supported by Ying Chun.

“Your wound isn’t deep. By the time the doctor arrives, it might have already healed,” the old madam mocked. “Is this how you react to such a minor incident, clamoring endlessly? How do you plan to accomplish anything significant?”

“Madam, please don’t say such hurtful words at this moment!” Aunt Liu pleaded. “Spring examinations are approaching, and if Fengxing’s facial wound doesn’t heal completely, he won’t be able to enter the exam venue!”

“This truly affects Fengxing’s future. How can one not be anxious?” Aunt Liu snatched the bronze mirror from Xiao Fengxing and asked him, “How did you get this wound?”

Today, Aunt Liu was unaware that Xiao Fengxing had gone to Law Temple to meet with Lin Qingqing.

Some time ago, Aunt Liu heard rumors in the residence that the old madam intended to matchmake Miss Dong from Zhao Master’s family with Xiao Fengxing.

Being able to marry a legitimate daughter from a prestigious family, even if Miss Dong wasn’t favored in her family, was still better than Lin Qingqing.

Moreover, considering Xiao Fengxing’s current reputation, it would be difficult to find a marriage proposal in the capital.

If they could indeed arrange a marriage with Miss Dong, it would be an excellent match for Xiao Fengxing.

Besides, Zhao Master held significant power, and even if Miss Dong wasn’t favored, she would still hold some position in Zhao Master’s family, right?

Future matters could be planned accordingly.

To secure this good marriage, Aunt Liu decided that Lin Qingqing must not disrupt it.

So that day, when Lin Qingqing came looking for Xiao Fengxing, Aunt Liu dismissed her without telling Xiao Fengxing.

She was even more unaware that Xiao Fengxing had gone to see Lin Qingqing today.

Xiao Fengxing hesitated for a moment, instinctively feeling that it was a disgraceful matter and reluctant to speak about it.

Nanny Wang said, “Today, the second young master was caught meeting in private with Lin Qingqing in the rear room of Law Temple, witnessed by many, and Miss Fu from the Fu family was present. The second young master’s own admission revealed that, while still engaged to Miss Fu, he had an affair with Lin Qingqing. Naturally, Miss Fu was outraged and slapped the second young master.”

“Who would have thought that the second young master’s delicate face would bleed from the slap?”

“She did it on purpose!” Xiao Fengxing angrily retorted, annoyed by Nanny Wang’s words.

“Enough,” the old madam said disdainfully. “You’re a man, committing such shameful acts; it’s only right for the lady to slap you. I still need to apologize to them on your behalf.”

Of course, this apology visit was merely a formality.

“She slapped Fengxing. How can it end like this? If he ends up with a scar, it would ruin his life!” Aunt Liu exclaimed in anger.

“How can it ruin his life?” the old madam slowly replied. “No matter what, Fengxing is the second young master of the marquis’ residence and will live a life of wealth without doing anything. In contrast, Miss Fu has suffered a loss in her marriage prospects because of Fengxing.”

Aunt Liu wanted to say more, but the old madam cut her off, “Enough. It’s not a glorious matter. Why shout about it? Afraid others won’t know about Fengxing’s indiscretion being exposed?”

Aunt Liu was equally agitated at that moment.

Xiao Fengxing’s facial wound and the exposure of his affair with Lin Qingqing, the entire capital might soon know about their affair.

With all these matters colliding at once, Aunt Liu didn’t know which issue to address first; it seemed like none could be prioritized.

At that moment, Doctor Li rushed in, ready to examine Xiao Fengxing’s wound, but was suddenly stopped by Aunt Liu, “Wait!”

Doctor Li paused, puzzled, as everyone turned to look at Aunt Liu.

Aunt Liu compressed her lips and said, “Doctor Li is supported by the old madam to tend to the Lord’s ailments.”

“Meaning he’s one of your people.” Aunt Liu no longer pretended, “Old madam, don’t blame me for being cautious. Given this involves Fengxing’s future, I have to be extra careful.”

“If, just if, the wound leaves a scar due to Doctor Li’s mishap, how will Fengxing’s future in the imperial examinations be affected?” Aunt Liu rolled her eyes a few times, avoiding Doctor Li’s gaze.

But how could Doctor Li not understand the implication of her words?

Doctor Li was so angry that he pointed at her, trembling with rage, “I am a healer; how could I do anything detrimental to a patient? You’re insulting my medical ethics!”

“That’s debatable,” Aunt Liu, having spoken, could not be bothered with pretense.

The old madam sneered coldly; she had no intention of dealing with Xiao Fengxing.

Besides, Xiao Fengxing’s facial wound wasn’t serious enough to require a doctor; it could heal on its own.

The old madam replied, “Since this is the case, I won’t intervene. You may seek a trusted doctor, decide on the treatment and medication, ensuring your peace of mind.”

The old madam was content to be uninvolved; she was disinclined to care about Xiao Fengxing’s issues.

Doctor Li, infuriated, left in a huff.

The old madam also departed with her entourage.

Aunt Liu hurriedly ordered someone to find a doctor, “Go to Xuanji Medical Hall! Get Doctor Zhou! Hurry!”

Xiao Fengxing anxiously asked, “By the time Doctor Zhou arrives, will it be too late?”

Aunt Liu, looking at Xiao Fengxing’s facial injury, was silent for a moment.

In fact, the old madam was right.

Even if the doctor arrived later, Xiao Fengxing’s facial wound would have healed.

Aunt Liu carefully wiped the tiny amount of fresh blood seeping from the wound with a handkerchief, saying, “The wound doesn’t appear serious. Even if untreated, with proper care, it can heal without leaving a scar.”

“I’m just worried it might not fully heal in time for the spring examination, which is why I wanted a doctor to see if there’s a way to speed up recovery,” Aunt Liu explained. “Additionally, I am concerned that if Doctor Li were to compound the medicine, he might tamper with it.”

“Your facial wound, which could have healed well without medication, might leave a scar with his treatment instead.”

Hearing Aunt Liu’s words, Xiao Fengxing was slightly reassured, “Is my facial wound really not a problem?”

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