The moment these words left his mouth, everyone was thunderstruck to the point of being charred on the outside and tender on the inside. They then looked at Fu Ya's intertwined wrist. But of course, the place that Fu Ya was grabbing was not a vein. It was just a normal place on the wrist.
Someone let out a "pft" and began to laugh, saying about the old doctor: "Even a deity would not be able to find an illness just by grabbing the wrist!"
There was also someone that directly asked Fu Ya: "Imperial Daughter, what exactly are you doing?"
Fu Ya was very embarrassed by this, and her heart was filled with anxiety. Fortunately, she did not show it on her face. She quickly reacted to this matter and thought of a way to deal with it, quickly replying: "It's different from what you normally see. This is a medical technique that I learned from my Persian master. It's not something that is commonly used in Dashun." She had a certain understanding of Feng Yu Heng and immediately came up with this lie. Before anyone could say anything else, she quickly pulled out a pill from her sleeve and handed it to the old doctor, "Take this medicine twice a day, one pill each time. Take it for seven days in a row, and there will be no need to worry about your life." In truth, Fu Ya did not know what sort of medicine it was, but Feng Jin Yuan had told her that it could treat this sort of horse trampling injury, so there was definitely no problem.
The old doctor glanced at her and did not say anything; however, he focused his gaze on the pill in his hand. The pill had been prescribed from the capital's Hundred Herb Hall. It had been repackaged by Feng Yu Heng, and the plastic had been replaced with paper. It still looked very grand. The old doctor had lived in the South the entire time and had heard of this sort of pill; however, he had never seen it before. Seeing it today, he felt that it was very mystical. Placing it under his nose and smelling it, he found that it did not have much of a smell. He could not help but begin to wonder how effective such a small thing would be. How could it possibly compare to a decoction made from so many medicinal ingredients?
Xiao Tao 'er could see the doubt in the old doctor's heart, and the corners of her lips slightly curled up. She felt a surge of confidence: "Princess Ji An is proficient in using pills and tablets. She disdains giving patients bitter decoctions. This is something that everyone in the world knows. Old doctor, there is no need to be puzzled. This sort of pill also comes from Persian medicine. Our Dashun does not have it. Because Hundred Herb Hall hadn't opened in the Southern Border, this kind of thing was still considered new here. However, it wasn't a rare thing in the capital. It's just that the medicine is expensive and not everyone can afford it. "
Fu Ya hurriedly pretended to reprimand Xiao Tao 'er, "What are you talking about? If it's used in the right way and can cure patients, it's worth it. No matter how expensive something is, it can't be used on high officials and nobles. Don't say such things again in the future."
Xiao Tao 'er immediately bowed her head and admitted her mistake. Fu Ya's words also won a round of cheers from the crowd outside. She let out a sigh of relief and did not stay any longer. Standing up, she bid farewell and hurriedly returned to the Feng manor amidst everyone's applause.
Xiao Tao 'er was a little scared. She only spoke to Fu Ya after the door was closed, "That was really close. How come you don't even know how to take a pulse?" If he wanted to play the role of a Godly Doctor, he should at least have some idea of what to do.
Fu Ya just so happened to not have thought about it, and she had completely overlooked this point. Thinking about it now, cold sweat began to drip down. When she saw Feng Jin Yuan again, she felt a little guilty.
The servants were sent away by Feng Jin Yuan, and the two went to the study. Fu Ya recounted what had just happened. Feng Jin Yuan wanted to reprimand her, but he also knew that this was not his own daughter. If he said too much, he feared that Fu Ya would become displeased. Fortunately, his current temper was no longer the same as it was in the past, and his confidence was no longer the same as when he was the left prime minister. When a person had suffered a loss, they would at least lose some of their wisdom. Now, he gradually understood that getting angry was not the best way to resolve a problem. Most importantly, he needed to think about how to help Fu Ya overcome this crisis. He pondered for a while then said: "It's definitely too late to learn medicine, but you need to at least understand the basics. At the very least, a situation like today where you can't even accurately feel a pulse will not occur."
Fu Ya nodded: "Yes, what happened today was indeed an accident, but how should I learn it?"
Feng Jin Yuan thought a little more then said: "I will immediately go to the prefect's manor and have Lord Ji send a doctor over. If it's a trusted aide, that would be even better. If it's not a trusted aide, it needs to be one that can be killed after teaching. Either way, this matter absolutely cannot be allowed to be used against us. Otherwise, I fear that something will happen. With the three of us here, our fates are all intertwined. If you succeed, I will also succeed. If I do well, you will also do well. We absolutely must not tear each other down. "
Feng Jin Yuan spoke openly, and Fu Ya nodded seriously: "Daughter understands. Would father please not worry."
Just as the two were speaking, a servant came in from the outside to report: "There is a medicine merchant from Lan Zhou that wishes to see Imperial Daughter."
Fu Ya was puzzled and asked: "Did they say what it was about?"
The servant replied: "They only said that they wanted to discuss a business with Imperial Daughter. They did not specifically say what the business was. But that person has been trading medicine in Lan Zhou for many years. Thinking about it, it should be related to this. "
Fu Ya looked at Feng Jin Yuan and heard him say: "Have that person wait in the hall for a moment. Prepare some tea." He then said to Fu Ya: "The person that came did not come with good intentions. I fear that it will be related to medicine. Father will go with you. You absolutely must not be led in again."
Being able to have Feng Jin Yuan go with her, Fu Ya let out a sigh of relief. She was not afraid of anything else, but she was afraid of encountering something related to medicine. She did not understand anything at all. If she made the slightest mistake, she would make a fool of herself.
The two arrived in the hall and saw a man sitting inside. He looked to be around 40 years of age and had a noble aura. He also looked very smart. At a glance, it was clear that he was a merchant. That person saw them come out and quickly stood up. First, he saluted to Fu Ya and very sincerely said: "This commoner pays respects to Imperial Daughter."
Fu Ya nodded and did her best to find the same feeling as Feng Yu Heng when speaking: "You may rise. There's no need to be so courteous." She then said to the servant: "Why is it that no tea has been prepared for sir?"
After that person gave his thanks, he repeatedly said: "I don't dare. I don't dare." He then saluted to Feng Jin Yuan, "I have long heard of Sir Feng's great name; however, because of the distance, I was never able to meet you. Today, this is the good fortune of three lifetimes."
Feng Jin Yuan chuckled and took the initiative to sit in the main seat. Fu Ya also sat to his side, as she heard Feng Jin Yuan say: "In the past, I lived in the capital and never came to the South. This time, I moved to Lan Zhou with my wife and daughter. I must thank the citizens of Lan Zhou and lord prefect for taking care of me. Just now, I heard the servant say that sir is in the business of medicine? "
That person also sat down and replied with a smile: "Sir is correct. This lowly one's name is Fang Ru Jiang. I spend most of my time in the South's Luo Province and Lan Zhou in the business of medicine. I have also opened a few medicine shops. Recently, I heard that Princess Ji An had come to Lan Zhou. It could be said that I came because of her reputation. I did not send an invitation ahead of time. I hope that Imperial Daughter will not blame me. "
Feng Jin Yuan smiled but did not speak. He just slightly nodded and looked toward Fu Ya. Fu Ya took a sip of tea then asked that person: "May I ask why sir Fang has come?"
Fang Ru Jiang did not delay. Hearing Fu Ya ask, he immediately said: "Not to hide it from Imperial Daughter, but business is business. This lowly one came this time to ask if Imperial Daughter has any plans to open a Hundred Herb Hall in Lan Zhou? I heard that Imperial Daughter has opened a Hundred Herb Hall in many provinces, including the capital; however, you have not touched upon the South. Now that Imperial Daughter has come to Lan Zhou, if you have such intentions, this lowly one is willing to do his best to help. "
"Oh?" Fu Ya's heart went "thunk." Just now, she had been having a headache over the matter of medicine, yet Hundred Herb Hall had been brought up. What sort of day was it today? Could it be that he was deliberately opposing her? But even if she was feeling irritated, she could not show it on her face, especially since Feng Jin Yuan had just glanced at her. His meaning was clearly to remind her that she absolutely could not make any mistakes in this matter. She also thought about how Feng Yu Heng had indeed opened many Hundred Herb Halls, which meant that Hundred Herb Halls were very important to Feng Yu Heng. With such an important matter being brought up, she had to become serious.
Pretending to be thinking, Fu Ya raised her cup of tea and brought it to her mouth; however, she was thinking about what she should say next. After a long time, she finally put it down; however, she had some thoughts. She then said: "The reason that Hundred Herb Hall was not opened in the South was because this place was previously under the control of the Southern Army. Starting from Luo Province, all the way South, the Southern Army was in charge of guarding the cities. The Southern Army was led by His Highness the eighth prince. Everyone knows that this Imperial Daughter was engaged to the Ninth Prince when I was young. That's why I did not think in this direction. "What she said was very reasonable, and Fang Ru Jiang repeatedly nodded.
Feng Jin Yuan also continued: "Back then, the engagement to His Ninth Highness was something that happened when I was young, and it was something that was agreed upon when the Empress Dowager was still alive." While he spoke, he waved his hand: "It's fine if we don't talk about this matter. It's all part of my Feng family's internal affairs."
Fu Ya nodded then continued: "If my engagement to His Ninth Highness has already been annulled, and he has come to the South, the matter of Hundred Herb Hall should be considered. But you also know that father and mother and I have only just arrived, and we are not familiar with everything here. We also did not think about dealing with Hundred Herb Hall so early. That's why … this matter is not urgent. "
She said that this matter was not urgent, so it really was not urgent. She hated that she could not bring it up again. But Fang Ru Jiang was very sincere, as he continued to advise her: "The South is the border. Not to mention the frequent fights that occur, but it is also a hot area. The business of medicine is very good. Moreover, Imperial Daughter has miraculous medical skills. This lowly one will say the same thing. Business is business. If Hundred Herb Hall can be opened in the South, it would be a very good thing for the citizens of the South. Of course, there would also be a large amount of profit to be made. I heard that Imperial Daughter is now fully supporting His Highness the eighth prince. That also means that you are supporting the Southern Army. To the army, medicine and money are great guarantees. "
Fu Ya nodded, "That's right. I will consider this matter. Sir, please leave a method of contact with the servants later on. It will be easier to communicate in the future. "
Upon hearing this, Fang Ru Jiang rejoiced internally and quickly complied. He then said that if Hundred Herb Hall really was to be opened, there was no need for Fu Ya to worry about the shop, medicine, and clerks. He would take care of it all and provide the money and effort. He just needed Princess Ji An to use her name. He would also provide some medical pills that were used in other provinces' Hundred Herb Halls. The two would split the profits 40-60. He would only take 40%, and he would have Fu Ya take the majority. Or perhaps he could take 30%. He just hoped that there would be a chance to work with Princess Ji An. That way, he would not have wasted his time in the medicine business.
Finally, Fang Ru Jiang was contacted. Fu Ya furrowed her brow and asked Feng Jin Yuan: "What does father think of this matter?"
Before Feng Jin Yuan could reply, Yao shi suddenly walked into the hall and resolutely said: "It cannot be opened!"
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