Chapter 175: Chapter 175: Coming for Treatment—Who Wouldn’t Come in Person?

“There are no sharp objects like needles piercing through,” said Gu Yunze as he examined, “If there’s no wound on the surface, it might be poisoning by inhalation.”

Gu Yunze had often dealt with enemy spies infiltrating Great Xi while confronting adversaries at the border.

Various methods emerged one after another.

Gu Yunze had seen too many incidents like this where the war horses were tampered with, so he was experienced with many methods.

“If it’s poisoning by inhalation, we’ll need a coroner to inspect,” Gu Yunze said.

“Leave it to me.” Xiao Chengyu said, “Keep a close watch on everyone from the stables; no one is allowed to leave.”

“Investigate who they met before, and watch who they contact afterward today,” Xiao Chengyu said.

“Yes,” Jing Lai quickly responded.

“I have some people on my side who can help with the investigation as well,” Gu Yunze said.

Xiao Chengyu did not refuse because the Gu family surely had their own network and methods in this area.

“That’s good,” Xiao Chengyu nodded.

Unable to find much at the stables, the two left.

Xiao Chengyu was worried that Fu Shinian might be frightened and was eager to visit the Fu family to see her.

Just as he mounted his horse to leave, he noticed that Gu Yunze was also in no rush.

Xiao Chengyu then asked, “Does Little General Gu have some urgent business?”

“I am worried that Miss Fu might be frightened and want to check on her,” Gu Yunze said, pausing to look at Xiao Chengyu, “The Marquis is also quite anxious.”

Xiao Chengyu nodded, “I, too, am concerned about the Second Miss and wish to visit her.”

Since he no longer considered Gu Yunze a rival in love, Xiao Chengyu’s mind became clearer, and hearing Gu Yunze’s words just now, he immediately understood.

It turned out that Gu Yunze’s aim from the beginning was Fu Mingzhu, unrelated to Fu Shinian.

Recalling Fu Shinian and Fu Mingzhu’s attitudes, although Fu Shinian was somewhat enthusiastic towards Gu Yunze, it now seemed she regarded him as her future brother-in-law, striving to create opportunities for him and Fu Mingzhu.

After understanding this point, Xiao Chengyu smiled.

Meanwhile, Gu Yunze had already left on horseback.

Xiao Chengyu saw this and hurried to catch up, not wanting to fall behind.

The two virtually arrived at the Fu Mansion’s entrance simultaneously.

The gatekeeper, upon seeing them, immediately came out to greet, “Marquis, Little General Gu!”

Xiao Chengyu: “…”

Was it that the gatekeeper was especially warm to Gu Yunze today, or was it always like this?

Why did it seem like he was more enthusiastic toward Gu Yunze than toward himself?

“Why did Little General Gu come in person?” the gatekeeper asked in surprise.

Xiao Chengyu: “…”

What kind of question was that? If he came to visit, wouldn’t he come in person?

“The eldest young lady was frightened at the stables; I came to check on her,” Gu Yunze said.

“Please come in, Little General Gu,” the gatekeeper said directly.

“Ahem,” Xiao Chengyu also said, “The second young lady was also frightened, I came to see the second young lady.”

“Yes, yes,” the gatekeeper quickly said, “Please come in, Marquis.”

As he spoke, the gatekeeper quickly picked up his pace and jogged upfront to announce their arrival.

Mrs. Gu had not yet left and was conversing with Madam Fu.

Fu Mingzhu was also present.

Seeing that Fu Mingzhu was in good spirits and unaffected, Mrs. Gu felt relieved and more satisfied with Fu Mingzhu’s psychological resilience.

Perfectly suited for our General Mansion!

Upon hearing the gatekeeper report their arrival, Mrs. Gu couldn’t help but laugh, “That boy, he’s truly earnest, constantly thinking of Mingzhu. He can’t wait even a minute.”

Madam Fu laughed with greater satisfaction, “Little General Gu is wholeheartedly sincere.”

Xiao Chengyu and Gu Yunze entered and saw Fu Mingzhu blushing, Mrs. Gu smiling, and Madam Fu looking very pleased; they immediately understood everything.

It seemed the marriage between Gu Yunze and Fu Mingzhu was settled.

Now he no longer had to worry about Fu Shinian being eyed by the Gu family.

Gu Yunze was the last bachelor of the Gu family.

“Eldest young lady,” Gu Yunze was also blushing, “Are you feeling well?”

“Thanks to Little General Gu, I wasn’t too frightened. After returning home to rest, I’m fine now,” Fu Mingzhu said.

“Look at these two, still being so polite,” Mrs. Gu said with a smile.

Without restraining them, Madam Fu said, “Mingzhu, go for a walk in the garden with Little General Gu. Enjoy the scenery, and you’ll feel more relaxed and won’t dwell on the frightening events.”

“Yes.”

After Fu Mingzhu and Gu Yunze left, Madam Fu asked, “Marquis is…”

“I came to see the second young lady. How is the second young lady?” Xiao Chengyu asked.

“Shinian was quite frightened; the doctor prescribed two doses of medicine,” Madam Fu had not yet had the chance to see Fu Shinian, “The servants reported that she hasn’t fallen asleep yet, she’s reading storybooks to distract herself and not think about the incident at the stables.”

Xiao Chengyu immediately said, “May I see the second young lady?”

“Nanny Yu, please take the Marquis to Shinian,” Madam Fu said.

Mrs. Gu watched from the side, thinking that the Fu family and Marquis Changping’s mansion seemed close to a happy event.

If they allied with Marquis Changping’s mansion through marriage, the Fu family might rise rapidly.

At this point, Mrs. Gu was even more grateful she hadn’t stopped Gu Yunze and Fu Mingzhu.

Look, due to this, the Gu family and Marquis Changping would become in-laws.

“Please wait a moment, Marquis,” Nanny Yu said to Xiao Chengyu, “I will go announce your arrival first.”

“The Marquis is here?” Fu Shinian was reclining on the couch reading a storybook.

The window was open, allowing the warm sunlight to shine in, which alleviated some of the chill left from the fright.

Because the window was open, Fu Shinian heard Nanny Yu’s words.

Before Nanny Yu could enter, Fu Shinian had already poked her head out the window.

Nanny Yu: “…”

Seeing that Fu Shinian seemed in good spirits, Xiao Chengyu felt somewhat relieved and walked to the window, “You look like you’re recovering.”

Fu Shinian knelt on the couch, hands on the window edge, smiling and nodding, “I opened the window to let the warm sunlight in and focused on reading the storybook, so I’m not thinking about anything else, and it feels much better.”

With Chunmian and Chunyu by her side, one feeding her snacks and the other feeding her fruits, she was quite comfortable.

“Marquis, please come in,” Fu Shinian realized Xiao Chengyu was still standing below the window.

Once Xiao Chengyu entered, Fu Shinian put down the storybook.

Xiao Chengyu glanced at the storybook; it wasn’t some love story but a complete collection of local jokes.

“The second young lady has quite the refined taste,” Xiao Chengyu said with a laugh.

“Don’t laugh at me, Marquis; this book is very good. I searched many bookstores to find this complete joke book,” Fu Shinian said, “I’m reluctant to finish reading it, afraid that once I remember them, they won’t be as funny on the second read. So I’ve kept it treasured, only reading it when I’m in a bad mood.”

“I’m not laughing at you,” Xiao Chengyu said, “That’s the truth.”

Fu Shinian muttered something, seemingly not quite believing, which Xiao Chengyu didn’t catch.

“Seeing you well puts my mind at ease,” Xiao Chengyu said, “It’s my fault for, even in front of you…”

Xiao Chengyu didn’t continue, fearing to remind Fu Shinian.

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