The old lady was too emotional. Lou Xiaoyi knew that this was not the time to talk, whether it was about Aunt Cai's death or the changes in his second uncle's family. He just held his mother's hand, and an imperceptible spiritual power flowed along her meridians. Just like he had done thousands of times before, he slowly calmed his mother's emotions. Under his intentional actions, the old lady no longer had the strength to speak, and finally fell into a deep sleep. This time, she really fell asleep without any worries.
Feeling that his mother's breathing had calmed down, Lou Xiaoyi gently retreated from the screen and nodded at the old doctor. The two of them went to the courtyard one after another. Sensing Lou Xiaoyi's doubts, the old doctor sighed.
"Kneeling under the scorching sun may seem like an excessive corporal punishment, but it is actually very harmful. When the sun shines, the blood and Qi will surge, but they cannot move, so there is no place for the blood and Qi to escape. When kneeling on the ground, the normal circulation of blood and Qi will stop at the knees …
Young people have a strong tolerance, and their bodies are flexible. They can always change their center of gravity slightly to avoid the numbness in their feet. However, the old people have slow reactions, and the two madams are stubborn and unwilling to move. They have not been able to walk for a long time, so … "
"I came too late for Madam Cai's death. When I saw her in the coffin, her face was bluish black. It should be caused by the blood flowing backward into her brain.
"The old lady's injury is only on her feet. Because of the lack of blood flow for a long time, her meridians are not smooth, and her blood vessels are blocked. I have already used herbs, but the effect is not obvious. For this kind of illness, the best way is to find a martial arts master to massage her every day. Only then can there be a possibility of recovery!
I am incompetent. I have been here for twenty days, and I can only prevent the blockage from worsening, but I can't completely remove it. I am ashamed, ashamed. "
Lou Xiaoyi understood. Aunt Cai's death was caused by the blood and Qi from kneeling under the scorching sun for a long time. It was similar to cerebral infarction and cerebral thrombosis in his previous life, because she had a basic illness!
The reason his mother was able to survive was not because her body was stronger than Aunt Cai's, but because her body was weaker. Before the blood and Qi surged, she had already fainted. It could be considered a blessing in disguise.
The old physician excused himself, "This old man's ability is limited, and I'm really not an expert in this field. I've already left behind a few prescriptions for blood circulation, you just need to find the prescription and get the medicine. Is there an experienced physician in Pu City? If you don't, I have a name list here. They are all reputable doctors in the prefectures who are skilled in martial arts. I have also kept the name list for you!
Actually, this kind of illness can also be treated by cultivators. I think they are more proficient in the area of meridians … But I have to remind you that you have to be careful when using cultivation pills. Spiritual pills for cultivation and poisonous herbs for mortals have to be specially controlled in terms of dosage … "
The old doctor left helplessly. Doctors were indeed powerless when it came to areas that they were not good at. At least, he dared to say that he was powerless. He had the heart of a doctor.
Of course, Lou Xiaoyi wouldn't look for those doctors who knew how to massage. In this regard, he was the best expert. Not only did he have spiritual power, but he was also very familiar with his mother's physical condition. This was something that outsiders could never compare to.
Taking advantage of the fact that his mother had yet to wake up, he presided over Lou Province's steward's meeting for the first time. His purpose was to stabilize the morale of the army and calm the restlessness.
Lou Province had not collapsed because it was originally an ordinary mansion supported by the reputation of the former Major Lou. Now that the new Emperor had ascended the throne, he had merely shattered the protective layer that this reputation had brought to Lou Province. The impact might be far-reaching, and it would accelerate the decline of Lou Province. However, if Lou Xiaoyi himself did not care, then what could he do?
Even if the new Emperor had not appeared, after his mother passed away, he would have left this place to pursue his own path of cultivation. Without descendants, it would be a decline sooner or later. Therefore, there was no difference.
Simplification was his core policy. From his point of view, Lou Province was still a little too big. There were over a hundred servants and only three masters. Now that there were only two left, there was no need to maintain such a grand display. It would attract unwanted attention, and it would be difficult for him.
He did not need to discuss this with his mother. He was now the head of the household. He believed that once his mother's condition improved, she would agree with his decision. Lou Province should not continue to cling to the Major's arrogance. That was all in the past!
The first Lou Province meeting led by the Young Master ended successfully. This was just the surface. The real change came later. The housekeeper of the inner courtyard, Old Tu, and the housekeeper of the outer courtyard, Ping An, were summoned to his study. Lou Xiaoyi revealed his true colors.
"There are two things that you can do as you please. Discuss it with each other. If there are any disputes, you can come to me. Don't trouble my mother. Her current situation is not suitable for her to worry about these things!
First, within three years, I want the number of people in the household to be kept below thirty. Apart from the people by my mother's side, everyone else will be eliminated. Especially me. Not a single person by my side will be left!
Only the most loyal and most needed positions will be left. As for the others, they will be parted on good terms. Arrange a good path for them. Make sure the money is in place. Don't let people scold my Lou Province for being heartless! "
The two housekeepers were incomparably shocked. They did not know what was going on.
"Second, within three years, the manor outside the city will be adopted by the two of you. It will no longer belong to Lou Province. You will manage it yourselves. However, the precondition is that the annual tribute will not change. The manor will need to increase manpower, and as much as possible, transfer from the household.
As for the servants in the household, apart from those by my mother's side, try to find good families for them. Their dowries must be generous. Don't let them suffer losses … "
Lou Xiaoyi's action, which was similar to making arrangements for his funeral, really shocked the two housekeepers. Ping An couldn't help it.
Ping An could not help but tremble. "Young Master, you came back from Zhaoye. Could it be that the Emperor will not let our Lou Province off so easily? Is he trying to kill us all? "
Lou Xiaoyi did not want to explain. If he told them the truth, they might not understand. If he could make them feel the pressure from Zhaoye, it would be more advantageous for them to carry out his arrangements.
"Not for the time being, but we still have to be prepared. Rather than being caught off guard and confiscated, it would be better for us to distribute the family business. If we let the Emperor take advantage of us, it would be better for you to take advantage of it. Not only the manor outside the city, but also the shops in the city. In the future, they will all be given to my mother's people. This is the trend. You have to keep it in your heart and not ignore it! In the future, these things will all be yours. You have to treat them like your own family business. That's why I'll give you three years! "
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