When everyone came to the main room, Lin Jingchen sat down with his robe lifted, and the little maid hurriedly served sour plum soup for everyone.
After the girls were all seated, Lin Jingchen took a sip of sour plum soup and asked aloud, "Yue'er, do you want to use this prescription in the army?"
Lin Jingchen's question was not aimless. In the process of researching the prescription, he realized that Nangong Yue's prescription deliberately selected several herbs that are the cheapest and most common in southern Xinjiang. Obviously, she plans to manufacture two kinds of proprietary medicines in large quantities and urgently. Of course, the heat-relief medicine may also be used in cities in southern Xinjiang, but miasma-relief medicine is not commonly used, and it must be for military supplies in all likelihood. up!
Nangong Yue didn't plan to hide it from Lin Jingchen, and the people in the room were all her closest and most trusted people, so she didn't hide anything, and said bluntly: "Yes, grandfather." After a pause, she Then he said: "I have been looking for a suitable pharmacy to make pills for the past few days, but unfortunately, apart from Huichuntang, there is no other suitable pharmacy."
Baihui had found two pharmacies with a good reputation in Luoyue City before, but after Zhu Xing investigated for a few days, he came back this morning to report that these two pharmacies were not quite right: the first Chen family pharmacy, although the doctor was good at medicine, However, the medical ethics are bad, and they like to deliberately choose relatively expensive medicines when prescribing prescriptions; and another Tongjitang because the boss is harsh, the original master pharmacist returned to his hometown, and the new master's pharmaceutical skills are worse than the original one. far away.
Hearing what Zhu Xing said, these two pharmacies were also excluded by Nangong Yue.
Han Qixia was thoughtful at the side, hesitated for a moment, and said: "Sister Yue, do you still remember the Lijia pharmacy? Maybe you can try it."
"Li's medicine shop?" Nangong Yue naturally still remembered that although it was only a two-sided relationship, she had a deep impression on that boss Li. The first time, he took advantage of the fire to rob the drug farmer who sold Huoxiang; the second time, he Accepting the pinellia made by Han Qixia, Han Qixia passed the test of her grandfather.
In retrospect, among other things, this person does have some vision.
Han Qixia continued: "Sister Yue, this boss Li is a bit greedy for cheap things, but he is actually a good person. The most important thing is that there is an excellent pharmacist in that pharmacy. Eighty to ninety percent of the efficacy of the medicine is exerted... "The pharmacist is the master who is responsible for purchasing various medicines and blending preparations in the pharmacy. A good pharmacist must understand the compatibility of various medicines, maximize the medicinal properties of the medicinal materials, and improve the efficacy of the medicine.
"When I heard people talking about it before, I thought it was an exaggeration. Last time I went to that pharmacy to sell medicinal materials. I happened to meet someone there to buy Baweiwan. I smelled the fragrance of the medicine, so I went to have a look curiously. , the eight-flavored pills are indeed made very well, and their skills are almost the same as those of my grandfather." Han Qixia showed a look of admiration, "Later, I asked someone to ask, and I learned that this Lijia drugstore was only a dozen years ago. It is a small pharmacy, and it is because of this master pharmacist that the business of finished medicine is flourishing, and it has become the second largest pharmacy in Luoyue City."
Most ordinary people look down on doctors, and many people have a mentality of avoiding medical treatment. If they have some minor problems such as cold, headache and hoarse voice, they will buy some proprietary medicines for convenience, and they can buy the same patented medicines at the same price. , Whichever medicine is effective and fast, the people will naturally trust this pharmacy, so Lijia pharmacy can make a fortune from this.
Nangong Yue could still believe what Han Qixia said, she couldn't help raising her eyebrows, she became interested in this pharmacist, and said: "Then I'm going to meet this pharmacist."
As she said that, she looked at Han Qixia, Xiao Fei and Fu Yunyan with a smile: "Sister Xia, Sister Fei, Liu Niang, why don't you run with me?"
The girls naturally agreed, and after bidding farewell to Lin Jingchen, they hurried to the Lijia Pharmacy in the south of the city.
Han Qixia had gone to that pharmacy to sell medicines many times, and now she was familiar with her, and the clerk knew her too, and when they met, Miss Han greeted them warmly and entered the inner hall.
Boss Li was inside, and when he saw the four of them coming together, his eyes flashed with surprise. Ever since Han Qixia made the first business deal with him here, she has always come here alone.
"Miss Han, and this lady, both girls, please sit down." Boss Li warmly greeted them to sit down, as if the previous quarrel was just a passing moment.
After the mother-in-law served the tea, Han Qixia and Nangong Yue exchanged glances, and then said straight to Boss Li, "Boss Li, we are here to meet Master Hu." Master Hu is the master pharmacist.
Boss Li's eyeballs rolled around, and his thoughts turned quickly. Han Qixia brought someone here and said she was meeting Master Hu, not to poach his corner, that is to say, there is business talk!
He suddenly remembered that when he met Han Qixia and the others for the first time, these girls bought a lot of Huoxiang from Yaonong. At first, he thought they were medicine merchants or people from the pharmacy who had just arrived in Luoyue City, but since Han Qixia came to him After selling medicine here, he realized that it should not be...
Let’s take a closer look today and see that the three friends of Ms. Han are from rich families. Could it be that they need to buy some medicines for the servants in the house? But they don’t look like maids or anything. …
Whatever the reason, it looks like it's going to be big business.
Boss Li quickly made a decision in his heart, and said with a smile: "Master Hu is here today, I will send someone to invite him over."
The clerk obeyed his orders, and soon brought an old man in his fifties. He seemed to be slightly bald and thin. Although he was not young, his eyes were still bright and energetic.
Master Hu cupped his fists and asked concisely, "Master, what orders do you have?"
Boss Li said with a smile: "Old Hu, these guests want to have a few words with you."
Master Hu seemed to notice Nangong Yue and the others just now, looked over, Nangong Yue heard it, and suddenly said five words: "Zhibai Dihuang Wan."
Master Hu's eyes lit up, and he focused on Nangong Yue. There was a trace of respect in his eyes, and he said, "Madam is a doctor or a pharmacist?" There are Liuwei Dihuang Pills, Qiju Dihuang Pills, Zhibai Dihuang Pills, etc. Qiju Dihuang Pills and Liuwei Dihuang Pills have roughly the same medicine, except that there are more Anemarrhena and Cortex Phellodendri. In Chinese, he seems to be an expert.
This person's eyes were pure. Although he spoke few words, Nangong Yue had a good impression of him. She smiled slightly and said, "I'm a medical practitioner, and I only know a little about pharmaceuticals."
Boss Li is sharp-eyed, and he felt that there was a joke, so he motioned for his wife to present a box of pills, "Ma'am, take a look at the new Zhibai Dihuang Wan made by Master Hu."
The box was still hot, and the black-brown pills in the box had a strong fragrance. Just by smelling the fragrance and looking at the quality of the pills, Nangong Yue had already confirmed that Master Hu's pharmaceutical skills were indeed top-notch. It's no wonder that the helpers Pharmacies are thriving.
Nangong Yue pondered for a while, then nodded slightly to the thrush at the side, and the thrush immediately took out a prescription.
Nangong Yue said: "Boss Li, Master Hu, please make a thousand pills according to this prescription, pack a hundred pills into a bottle, and I'll take it in three days, can you?" Yes, the new prescription is still being adjusted, so naturally you can't rush to make medicines.
Master Hu took the prescription from Huamei, browsed it quickly, and nodded slightly to Boss Li. Boss Li responded with a quick slap on the table, "No problem."
After paying the deposit, Nangong Yue and the others did not stay long, and left immediately.
After they left, Master Hu looked at the prescription again and murmured: "According to this prescription, it should be a heat-relieving medicine. I don't know who wrote it. It's really wonderful! It's more righteous than the Huoxiang we usually use. The weight of Pinellia was reduced a little, and perilla leaves and Angelica dahurica were increased, so the sex is much warmer, and it is also suitable for the elderly, children and infirm." After a pause, Master Hu said, "Master, why don't you wait for that next time?" The little lady is here, let's ask her if this prescription can be used by us?"
Boss Li became a little distracted when he heard the "remedy for summer heat", and couldn't help but say after thinking about it: "Old Hu, who did you say those ladies and girls just now were? They didn't run a medical clinic. But purchasing such a large amount of anti-heat medicine..." He suddenly thought of something, stood up abruptly, even Master Hu who was studying the prescription was startled, and looked over suspiciously.
Boss Li swallowed hard, and said slowly: "Old Hu, have you heard that a few days ago, there was a rumor in the city that the eldest concubine and the eldest girl of our palace were serving tea and medicine at the north gate of the city?" ?... What he gave was just the antidote to summer heat." Boss Li swallowed nervously again, the little lady just now had an extraordinary bearing, could she be the Crown Princess? Isn't there one of the two girls? The big girl of the palace
Boss Li's legs softened, and he sat back on the armchair at the back. Now that he thought of how he dared to speak out when he first met Shizi Concubine and Miss Xiao, he was really desperate!
"Old Hu," Boss Li said fearfully, "there are a lot of concubines and concubines, so they shouldn't care about little people like me, right?"
Master Hu looked at his boss in a daze, not knowing what the other party was talking about, only understood that the little lady just now was probably the concubine of the Crown Prince. He was a little surprised in his heart, he didn't expect the concubine Shizi to be proficient in medical skills!
Nangong Yue also expected that most of them would guess her identity, but she didn't care. The name of Zhennan Palace itself carried a kind of deterrence, especially in this southern border.
After leaving the pharmacy, Nangong Yue planned to go back to Lin's house. On the one hand, she wanted to discuss the new prescription with her grandfather, and on the other hand, she also wanted to send Han Qixia back.
Unexpectedly, as soon as the carriage arrived at Zhongzheng Street, Huamei who was sitting on the shaft of the carriage suddenly said joyfully: "Young Madam, Eldest Miss, I have seen Third Young Master Fu."
Her voice was heard in the carriage, and the girls couldn't help being overjoyed. She excitedly went to the window, opened the curtain and looked out. Sure enough, there were several people coming on horseback in front of her. The leader was very familiar. Fu Yunhe.
Fu Yunyan couldn't wait to stop the carriage, pulled the curtain down, and waved vigorously to Fu Yunhe in front of him: "Third brother!" He didn't care how many passersby's eyes his behavior attracted.
Fu Yunhe followed the sound and looked over, his clear and black eyes shone brightly under the scorching gaze, and a bright smile appeared on his face.
He said a few words to the soldiers accompanying him, and then headed towards Nangong Yue's carriage. Nangong Yue and the others all waved to him through the window, which was regarded as a greeting.
Fu Yunyan wanted to ask Fu Yunhe a lot of questions, but at this moment, Zhongzheng Street, where people come and go, is obviously not a suitable place.
Fu Yunhe smiled, and said bluntly: "Meeting is worse than meeting by chance, Liu Niang, sister-in-law, cousin Xia, and sister Fei, let's go, I'll treat you to dinner!"
Fu Yunyan clapped his hands in a hurry and said, "Ah Yue, Cousin Xia, Ah Fei, don't be polite to my third brother."
Fu Yunyan got into the carriage again, and the group turned around and went to Tayun Restaurant.
The carriage stopped in front of the restaurant, and Xiaoeryi saw Fu Yunhe on the horse, and immediately smiled hospitablely, and said, "Master Fu, you haven't been here for a while, please please." While he was speaking, Nangong Yue The others also got out of the car one after another with the help of the maid.
Nangong Yue, Xiao Fei, and Fu Yunyan came to Tayun Restaurant with Xiao Yi before, so Xiaoer also knew them, and was cautious and respectful to a group of distinguished guests.
Only the abrupt Han Qixia attracted his curious eyes. Seeing this girl's clothing and complexion, she doesn't look like a girl from a mansion with status! But this girl is very familiar with Shizi Concubine and Miss Xiao. The second brother did not dare to underestimate him.
Even more complicated than Xiao Er's expression was Fu Yunhe. Ever since Han Qixia parted ways with them outside Luoyue City, he had never seen her again, although Liu Niang had mentioned Xia to her quietly when she came to Kailian City last time. The cousin's current situation is not as shocking as what she saw with her own eyes. If Han Qixia was not with Nangong Yue and the others, he would hardly have dared to recognize her, with black braids, a simple cyan dress, no accessories on her body, and her once Ruyu's skin was tanned to a wheat color …
But she was still so calm, she didn't avoid his sight because of this, and even her smile was brighter and more confident than before. Is this still his cousin Xia who was once gentle and dignified, but with a little timidity
From her, Fu Yunhe seemed to feel a kind of power to survive after death, he also smiled, and met her smiling eyes.
"Guest officials, please come here!" Xiao Er graciously welcomed them to the best private seat on the second floor.
After everyone ordered some dishes casually, Xiaoer first served them some hot tea and snacks, and then retreated tactfully.
Fu Yunyan had endured it for a long time, and finally couldn't wait to ask Fu Yunhe who was sitting on her right hand: "Third Brother, why did you suddenly return to Luoyue City?" Come back when the time comes, could it be...
Fu Yunyan's heart beat faster, and there was an indescribable feeling in her heart. Although as early as when Fu Yunhe followed Xiao Yi to Southern Border, she knew that Fu Yunhe was likely to go to the battlefield again, but when things came to an end, she couldn't help but feel a complicated feeling in her heart. On the one hand, she envied the third brother for being able to fight. On the battlefield, he killed the enemy for Dayu, but on the other hand, he couldn't help worrying about his safety, worrying that if he left, it would be a farewell forever.
She quickly glanced at Nangong Yue, A Yue is the same, no matter how free and easy she is, she will still be worried about A Yi! But A Yue worked so hard to become A Yi's backing, working hard for him and going out in the rear The southern border army to do their part.
It is Ah Yi's blessing to have a wife like this!
It is also a blessing to have friends like this!
Fu Yunyan smiled thoughtfully, and a carefree smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
Fu Yunhe keenly sensed the subtle changes in his younger sister, and after taking a look at her, he replied concisely: "Liu Niang, I got an order from my elder brother a few days ago, so I rushed back immediately, and I should stay in Luoyue City for a few more days. day." Fu Yunhe spoke vaguely, without saying the reason.
Fu Yunyan understood that Fu Yunhe should have some mission on this trip, but it was related to military aircraft, so she couldn't ask any more questions.
Nangong Yue lowered her eyes slightly, she knew a little more than Fu Yunyan, and she already guessed in her heart that Fu Yunhe came to Luoyue City in all likelihood to wait for the batch of crossbows. superior.
At this time, Xiaoer knocked on the door of the private room, and followed by a series of hot dishes, and they came to the table one by one.
Fu Yunhe greeted with a smile: "You are welcome, eat more!" As he spoke, he looked at Han Qixia who was sitting on the other side of Fu Yunyan, "Cousin Xia, especially you, have lost a lot of weight since coming to Nanjiang. "
"Brother He, I eat a lot more now than before. Don't look at me, I'm thinner, but I'm leaner." Han Qixia smiled, which surprised Fu Yunhe again. Cousin Xia seems to be much more lively than before!
As if to test his thoughts, Han Qixia picked up the teacup in front of her and said briskly: "Brother He, I will toast you with tea instead of wine. When you come back from the victory, please invite me, sister Yue and others." Sister Fei is here to eat!"
Fu Yunhe was stunned, and patted his chest in response. He didn't know how many times he felt emotional: Cousin Xia is so different.
This lunch was enjoyable, and after lunch, Fu Yunhe and Nangong Yue sent Han Qixia back to the Lin residence, and because Fu Yunhe had to rush back to greet Princess Yongyang, Nangong Yue didn't stay any longer, just After making an appointment with my grandfather to come back tomorrow, I went back to Bixiao Hall with everyone.
"Brother Crane!"
Yong Yang was very happy to see Fu Yunhe, and he smiled until the corners of his eyes and mouth formed deep lines of laughter.
Everyone greeted Yong Yang one by one, and Yong Yang waved to Fu Yunhe, beckoning him to come over, then took his hand, as if he was six or seven years old, and said earnestly: "Brother He, the other grandmother I won't tell you too much, but you must strictly remember not to be greedy for merit."
No need to ask, Yong Yang guessed that Fu Yunhe would definitely need to go to the battlefield this time when he returned to Luoyue City, she said in her heart that she was not worried, that was a lie. But the Fu family can't rely on her forever. If Fu Yunhe wants to make a difference, he must use his military exploits to earn his own glory.
Although Yong Yang is a woman, but as a general who once ruled the battlefield, she understands this truth better than anyone else.
For a moment, the atmosphere in the main room of the guest courtyard was a little dignified.
"Grandma, I will remember your words." Fu Yunhe said with a serious face.
Yong Yang smiled gratifiedly, and changed the subject: "Brother He, Yue'er, Liu Niang and I plan to leave for the capital in ten days." To see Fu Yunhe again before they set off, to Yong Yang It was a pleasant surprise.
"Grandmother Yongyang..." Nangong Yue's eyes narrowed slightly, her lips moved, and she couldn't help but feel a little bit reluctant.
"Yue'er, it's okay to stay for a few more days, but..." Yong Yang glanced at Fu Yunyan with a smile, "Liu Niang's wedding is approaching, so it's time to go back and get ready."
Speaking of the wedding date, even Fu Yunyan couldn't help but blush, but soon she became generous again, and said with a smile: "The next time you see me, Ah Yue, you will change your tune!"
Her unashamed words and deeds made the girls cover their mouths and laugh, but Fu Yunhe shook his head repeatedly, his expression seemed to say, how could I have such a younger sister! Fortunately, this will be Ah Xin's troubles in the future!
The atmosphere in the main room became more relaxed and cheerful because of Fu Yunyan's few words.
After thinking for a while, Nangong Yue suggested: "Grandmother Yongyang, why don't Sister Fei and I take you around Luoyue City for a few days?"
When Nangong Yue mentioned this, Xiao Fei immediately thought of something, a slight smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she said enthusiastically: "Sister-in-law, I know there is a place that Grandma Yongyang and Liu Niang must like!" She paused and said, "In two days, there will be the once-a-year horse market in Luoyue City. In the horse market, many people from the horse farm will come to sell horses, and people from the horse club will hold a horse meeting event. It is very lively."
Fu Yunyan's eyes lit up immediately when he heard the word "xiangma", and his black pupils were shining brightly. He asked curiously: "How do you look at the law?"
Yong Yang also looked over, with a hint of interest in his eyes.
Xiao Fei straightened out her thoughts and explained: "People from the horse club will surround hundreds of horses provided by various horse farms, and the horse groomer will groom the horses outside the fence. Anyone who is selected will pay a hundred taels of silver. Buy it, no matter whether it is good or bad. However, every year, people from the Jockey Club will mix one or two top-quality horses among them. Last year, someone got a hard-blooded horse, and the year before last, someone got a Zhaoye Jade Lion." Like a hard-blooded horse. A top-quality BMW like the Hezhaoye Jade Lion is of course not something you can buy for just a hundred taels, or even a thousand dollars. Therefore, this year's horse market also attracts many opportunistic people to try their luck. Can it soar into the sky.
"That's interesting." Yong Yang said with a smile.
Fu Yunyan rushed to Yongyang's side, "Grandma, why don't we go and have a look together? It will be fun!"
This girl just knows how to play... The corners of Fu Yunhe's eyes twitched, and he couldn't help crying tears of sympathy for Nangong Xin in his heart.
The girls set the schedule for the day after in a few words.
Yong Yang was smiling and happy with the few people, the smile in his eyes became stronger and stronger, and then he said to Fu Yunhe: "Brother He, since you have come to Bixiao Hall, you should go to the palace to greet the prince. "King Zhennan is Fu Yunhe's elder, the lord of the palace, and the supreme commander of the Southern Border Army. No matter what his status is, Fu Yunhe should pay his respects there.
Nangong Yue said with a smile: "Grandmother Yongyang, I'll let Huamei go to the outer study to make a report first, to see if my father is free to see Ah He."
Yong Yang nodded, and Huamei took the order to go, through the small door on the side of Bixiao Hall, and went to the outer study on the side of Wangfu.
"Sister Jijiao!" Huamei affectionately blessed a maid who was wearing a blue lotus-colored cloud-patterned flower gown.
Huamei clearly explained the purpose of her visit, but Jijiao showed hesitation, and finally said: "Sister Huamei, you wait here for a while, I will go to ask the prince for instructions."
Kikyo turned around and entered the room, and only after she lifted the curtain, she heard a female voice angrily say: "...brother, Shi Zifei's words of hidden needles in the cotton are clearly humiliating me and Sister Lan on purpose! Sister Lan and I really want to do it! What is the reason for such a good deed to end up like this! This imperial concubine really has no respect for her elders, and doesn't take my aunt seriously! You have to teach her a lesson."
Seeing Mrs. Qiao complaining and complaining endlessly, Kikyo had to stand aside quietly with her head bowed, waiting for the right time.
The king of Zhennan got a headache from Mrs. Qiao's sharp voice. It was obvious that Sister Fei didn't want to take money from her niece, but Mrs. Qiao insisted on dragging it on the concubine Shizi. Women, it really is impossible to beat Things can also be related, trivial things can be expanded into disrespect or something.
What a hassle!