Bab 428: Chapter 428: Am I, Doctor Xu, Famous for Nothing?
Night.
The lamplight illuminated Han Xiaoxiao's small face. She sat at the table, chin in hand, her gaze distant, lost in thought.
The feeling of wanting something yet being unable to obtain it was very uncomfortable.
Will it really work?
Han Xiaoxiao muttered to herself, Xiaoxiao is so troubled, Xiaoxiao is so tired, Xiaoxiao really wants to succeed.
The night was deep, and everyone in the manor had fallen asleep. Xiaoxiao, sleepless, tossed and turned, her mind filled with the words Sister Hua had spoken to her. They made sense, or perhaps they didn't, but she believed they did.
Gradually, Han Xiaoxiao's insomnia persisted until dawn.
The pharmacy.
The Lin Manor had an old doctor, Doctor Xu, who had resided there for decades. His skills were exquisite. While he couldn't be called a divine physician, his medical expertise was high. Coupled with various precious medicinal herbs, there were few illnesses that could stump him.
Knock, knock!
Doctor Xu was busy grinding medicinal herbs. He wasn't usually very busy. If someone was sick, he treated them. If no one was sick, he read medical books or prepared herbs.
He had an air of being oblivious to the outside world, solely focused on his medical studies.
Hearing the noise, Doctor Xu looked towards the door. He saw Han Xiaoxiao standing there, her small head peeking in. She seemed to have a lot to say, yet hesitated, as if she had some reservations, wavering indecisively.
"Little Xiaoxiao, is there something the matter?" Doctor Xu inquired.
Han Xiaoxiao's eyes darted left and right. "Ah... I... um, there's something."
"What are you doing standing at the door? Come in and tell me what it is." Doctor Xu poured the ground herbs into a jar, saving them for later use. All the medicines were prepared by his own hand, and the jars were arranged by him personally. He didn't like anyone touching his things, which was why he had never taken an apprentice.
Han Xiaoxiao stepped lightly into the room, looking left and right. Her drifting gaze, lacking focus, betrayed her nervousness and embarrassment.
Doctor Xu asked, "What's wrong?"
"I want to get some of that..." Han Xiaoxiao mustered her courage, but still couldn't bring herself to say those two words. She could only substitute with "that," hoping Doctor Xu would understand.
Doctor Xu asked, puzzled, "What?"
"It's for... night... time." Han Xiaoxiao felt like she was doing something wrong, shy and embarrassed. If she said it outright, wouldn't she be a bad girl? She was a naive young girl, and speaking too frankly was embarrassing.
Doctor Xu looked at Han Xiaoxiao. A skilled doctor could tell what was wrong with someone just by looking at their face.
Because Han Xiaoxiao had stayed up all night, her complexion wasn't very good.
An ordinary doctor might not have noticed, but Doctor Xu's medical skills were naturally top-notch. He saw the problem at a glance.
"Oh, I understand."
Doctor Xu smiled and then grabbed some herbs from the medicine cabinet behind him.
"You really understand?"
Han Xiaoxiao was surprised. He had figured it out before she even said anything. Doctor Xu was indeed a renowned physician. Such skill was truly admirable. If she didn't have limited energy, she would want to learn medicine from Doctor Xu so she could treat Lin Gege herself when he was sick.
Hearing her words, Doctor Xu smiled and said, "I've been a doctor for decades. I can tell what's wrong with a single glance. If I couldn't even see this, I wouldn't be able to be a doctor here."
Hmm, that makes sense.
Han Xiaoxiao thought Doctor Xu was right.
"Doctor Xu, then I'll trouble you. I want something strong."
The stronger the effect, the better. Then no one would notice her problem. Thinking about tonight, Han Xiaoxiao became excited, nervous, and expectant.
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. I guarantee it will work."
Soon, Doctor Xu finished preparing the medicine and placed it on the table, instructing, "Remember, when you go back, just mix it with warm water. It's very effective. If it doesn't work, come back and see me tomorrow."
"Mm-hmm, thank you, Doctor Xu."
Han Xiaoxiao grabbed the medicine, thanked him, and quickly ran off, still very shy.
The maids saw Xiaoxiao coming out of the pharmacy and secretly clenched their fists to cheer her on.
"Go for it!"
Han Xiaoxiao gave them a look, Don't worry, I'm ready. Just wait for my good news tomorrow.
This was their silent support.
They all hoped Xiaoxiao would succeed. After all, Xiaoxiao was closest to them and naturally their best friend. As for Xiaoxiao's older sister, they weren't very familiar with her. Although they often saw her, that Han Yan was wary of everyone, always keeping her distance, as if someone was trying to harm her.
Night.
Han Xiaoxiao boiled hot water. After it cooled to a warm temperature, she put in the medicine Doctor Xu had given her. At first, she only put in half a packet, but after thinking about it, she decided to go all in. There was no turning back. She poured in the remaining half.
Stirring it evenly, Han Xiaoxiao's eyes shone with a determined, unwavering light. "Believe in yourself, believe in me, I can definitely do it."
Like a warrior drinking wine, she slammed down the bowl, chest puffed out, ready to face whatever came her way.
"Oh, it's a bit strong. I have to hold on."
Just as she stepped out the door, Han Xiaoxiao felt her head getting dizzy. She patted her cheeks, trying to stay alert. She had to make it to Lin Gege.
Inside the room.
Lin Fan was reading a comic book when he heard a knock at the door. He had already caught Xiaoxiao's scent. Getting up to open the door, he saw Xiaoxiao swaying, her eyes unfocused, as if she were about to lose consciousness.
"Lin... Gege."
As soon as she spoke, Han Xiaoxiao collapsed into Lin Fan's arms.
She let out a soft sigh and drifted off into a sweet dream.
Lin Fan touched Han Xiaoxiao's head. She wasn't feverish. Listening closely, her breathing was even. She was clearly asleep. It was a bit cold outside, so he carried Xiaoxiao into the room, took off her shoes, laid her flat on the bed, and covered her with a blanket.
"Sigh, she can't even sleep in her own room." Lin Fan chuckled and shook his head. Looking at the sleeping Xiaoxiao, he continued reading his comic book while sitting by the bed. He would stay with Xiaoxiao tonight, just in case she kicked off the covers in her sleep.
Doctor Xu had a habit of recording the day's events every night.
He sat at the table, recalling the day's events, and then wrote:
Little Xiaoxiao had insomnia. I recently developed a new medicine to aid sleep and calm the nerves. The effect is excellent. Tomorrow, Little Xiaoxiao will surely be full of energy and her face glowing. I truly am an unparalleled divine physician. Admirable, admirable.
After finishing his record, Doctor Xu put away his notebook and went to bed contentedly.
Morning.
Cock-a-doodle-doo!
The rooster crowed.
Han Xiaoxiao opened her eyes. She didn't move around or scream. Instead, she clutched the edge of the blanket, pulling it up to her eyes, and peeked around the room. Hmm, this isn't my room, it's Lin Gege's room.
A blush crept up her cheeks, a rosy hue.
"Awake?" Lin Fan appeared by the bed, smiling at Han Xiaoxiao.
Han Xiaoxiao's voice was soft, "Mm."
So embarrassing.
She was so shy she wanted to scream.
"Lin Gege, how did you feel last night?" Han Xiaoxiao asked softly. She still felt that calling him Lin Gege was more intimate, like calling him a sweetheart.
Lin Fan said, "Pretty good."
"Mm." Han Xiaoxiao's voice rose slightly, even more shy, but her heart was blossoming with joy. She had never been so happy.
"Lin Gege, can you go out first? I need to get dressed."
Lin Fan was puzzled by Han Xiaoxiao's words. He didn't understand why she needed to get dressed. She was clearly still wearing her clothes. But he still left the room, thinking perhaps Xiaoxiao wanted to change, even though she hadn't brought any clothes last night.
Seeing Lin Gege actually leave, Han Xiaoxiao became anxious. I was just saying that! I didn't really need you to go out! She wanted to call him back, but Lin Fan had already left.
Pulling back the covers, Han Xiaoxiao looked stunned. Her clothes were all still on. Strange, didn't something happen last night? Why am I still wearing my clothes?
Lost in thought, her eyes suddenly lit up. She cupped her face in her hands, blushing. It must have been Lin Gege who dressed me. He was afraid I would be too embarrassed this morning. Yes, that must be it. There's no other explanation.
Outside the room.
The maids saw Xiaoxiao coming out of the master's room and exchanged glances, nodding in agreement. It seems it really worked. Sister Hua is truly Sister Hua. Her ideas are always good. Everything went smoothly.
Lin Fan noticed something was off about Xiaoxiao this morning. It was a strange feeling, but he couldn't quite put his finger on it. It just felt odd.
He didn't think too much about it.
He just assumed Xiaoxiao was too tired last night.
In the kitchen.
Xiaoxiao and a group of maids gathered together, discussing.
"Xiaoxiao, congratulations."
"Yes, congratulations."
Han Xiaoxiao was shy, a bright smile on her face. "Sister Hua, thank you for helping me. But I'm confused. I heard people say the first time is very painful. Why didn't I feel any pain? I feel very energetic, a feeling I've never had before."
Sister Hua looked at the radiant Xiaoxiao and chuckled softly. "Don't worry, this is perfectly normal. For example, a piece of land that has never been cultivated, and a piece of land that has been cultivated, which one do you think is better?"
Han Xiaoxiao answered without hesitation, "Of course the one that's been cultivated."
"That's right. Don't you think Xiaoxiao's complexion is even better than yesterday?" Sister Hua asked.
The maids answered in unison, "Yes, her complexion is really good, rosy and radiant. This is the result of being nourished."
"But I didn't feel any pain at all." Han Xiaoxiao was very shy, but still wanted to know why she didn't feel any pain.
Sister Hua said, "A normal man is like a bull, charging at any door he sees. Our master must be very gentle, that's why you didn't feel any pain. If he had been rough, you definitely wouldn't be able to get out of bed today."
Sister Hua, the life coach, enlightened Xiaoxiao.
Han Xiaoxiao said shyly, "Let's not talk about this anymore. I feel so uncomfortable with this topic."
The innocent Han Xiaoxiao was no match for Sister Hua, the experienced one, and the conversation naturally made her blush.
Sister Hua was envious.
Youth is so good, so full of vitality.
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