Whether others will question her has never been Xiaocao's concern. She has done what she should do and said what she should say. She will not pay for other consequences caused by others not listening to her. If the consequences are too serious, she will save them if possible, and if not, then they will die. She can be so indifferent to irrelevant people.
Everyone in the family looks at her through an 800-meter filter, almost treating her as a saint. That's because they haven't seen her cold-bloodedness and ruthlessness. For those who trust her, needless to say, she will do her best for them. But why would she go up to those who don't trust her and make themselves unhappy
Therefore, even if Xiaocao knew about what was happening outside, he probably wouldn't have any extra reaction.
Xiaocao then told Lady Pingjin Hou some precautions, mainly about diet. In addition, it was also necessary to keep a calm mind, avoid anxiety, irritability, sadness and anger.
The wife of Marquis Pingjin sighed. Given the current situation in their mansion, how could she remain calm
"Madam is worried that the Marquis will go to the Northern Frontier..."
"That's not the case," Pingjin Hou's wife gently interrupted Xiaocao. Some things can't be said carelessly. She is indeed still a young girl who has not experienced the world. "As a governor, I am deeply trusted by the emperor. It is a great honor to serve the emperor and guard the northern border. It's just that the marquis was injured in his early years..." At this point, Pingjin Hou's wife paused, looked at Xiaocao with burning eyes, and excitedly held her hand, "You are the one who saved the King of Dingbei, right?"
"Yes." Xiaocao nodded.
Although the matter about Prince Dingbei had not spread widely, some gossip was still known. For example, Prince Dingbei was sent back overnight and his life was hanging by a thread, and the people in the Imperial Hospital were helpless. Now, although we still don't know his specific condition, at least his life should not be in danger. It seems that all this is thanks to this girl.
"Good boy, you are also good at external injuries, right? Then can you take a look at our Marquis? The injuries he suffered in his early years have never healed. He looks like a normal person at other times, but in winter, he can't sleep all night because of the pain." The wife of Pingjin Marquis paused again, "Speaking of this, there are some things I won't hide from you. Our Marquis' physical condition is actually not very good. Dangerous swords and sticks... Seriously speaking, he should have... come down a long time ago."
Xiaocao didn't react, but Han was shocked. What was this? What was the point of telling them this? To put it more seriously, this was deceiving the emperor. Your family didn't report the situation truthfully for power and held on to the position of governor. Now that they know about it, if it is leaked in the future, will they be considered informants, or will the emperor hold them accountable
The wife of Pingjin Marquis turned around and saw Han's cold face. She felt helpless, "Mother-in-law, don't blame me. I just wanted your daughter to see our Marquis. You can't hide it from her."
—Mother-in-law? Who is your mother-in-law? The marriage has to be cancelled. We can’t afford your son!
Even if her daughter Xuan knew about it, that would be completely different from shouting it out directly. Besides, knowing what her husband's situation was, yet she let her daughter know about it. Was that a deliberate attempt to deceive her
In fact, since she found out that her son liked Li Ruoshui last time, Lady Pingjin knew that Han was the kind of person who was easy to talk to and seemed kind, but if she stepped on her bottom line and angered her, all her good temper would disappear in an instant. So when Lady Pingjin saw that she didn't show any sign of easing up, she complained in her heart. "Mother-in-law..."
"Ma'am, don't yell at me like that. The two children haven't gotten married yet, and the divorce is still more than a year away. Who knows if something unexpected will happen in the meantime? It's not good to yell about it."
Mrs. Pingjin Hou was shocked when she heard this. This, this... What other unexpected events could happen to the marriage of the two children
However, if the marriage didn't take place on that day, it really couldn't be settled. She wanted to bring the two families closer together, but in the end... "Madam, I know you are angry with me, but I have no choice. Our Marquis will be going to the Northern Frontier soon..."
Han really wanted to retort directly. You are telling her there is nothing you can do now, but you are getting anxious and angry now. Why didn’t you do anything before? It was you who concealed the truth for the sake of power. His Majesty was not aware of it and sent Pingjin to the northern border. You have sown the seeds, so you must bear the consequences.
Everyone could feel the tense atmosphere between the two ladies, and the servants dared not even breathe.
Wen Renying was a little distracted at this moment. Although she knew that Pingjin Hou had a hidden injury, she thought it would not be a big problem. But it turned out not to be? Then in the previous life, the death of Pingjin Hou might have been due to his poor health. It was just because of the loss of his beloved son that he was so shocked that he died.
"Mom..." Xiaocao called Han softly, then shook her head slightly.
Han felt a little depressed. Well, just because the other person was a patient, her daughter was "turning her elbow outward". Besides, this silly girl hadn't realized the seriousness of the problem. Han didn't say anything else in the end. Even if she wanted to argue about it, she would do it in private without letting her daughter know.
"Ma'am, don't worry. Even if anything happens, it will not implicate you."
Han curled her lips sarcastically, which made the Lady of Pingjin Marquis unable to continue. She also knew that no one dared to make a conclusion about something that had not happened. No matter how much she said now, it would be empty talk.
Xiaocao may not know the seriousness of the problem, but she is not stupid. She is also a little unhappy about the behavior of the wife of Marquis Pingjin. However, things have come to this point, and they can't just let things get out of hand. If that happens, their family will suffer. For now, they should see the situation of Marquis Pingjin. If the problem can be solved fundamentally, everyone will be happy.
But by then, the Pingjin Marquis's Mansion would really owe them. Then, no matter what her mother asked for, no matter how excessive it was, Xiaocao would no longer ask. It was the wife of the Pingjin Marquis who did it on the first day, so naturally she couldn't blame them for doing it on the fifteenth.
"Why not take a look at the Marquis's condition first?" Xiaocao said.
"Okay, I'll ask someone to invite the Marquis over right away." Now that things have come to this, "treatment" is naturally the key. Everything else can be put aside and it won't be too late to discuss it later.
"Mom, I have sent someone. Dad should be here soon." The wife of the Marquis of Pingjin came in from outside.
What she thought about what Lady Pingjin Marquis did, at least it was not visible on her face. The way she responded was as if she knew about it in advance, rather than it being a sudden idea on Lady Pingjin's part.
Fortunately, there were only a few people in the room, Mrs. Pingjin Marquis and her daughter-in-law, and the servants were all around Mrs. Pingjin. The other two were the mother and daughter of the Wen family. Since Mrs. Pingjin Marquis dared to speak so bluntly, she must be trustworthy.
Marquis Pingjin knew that his wife was entertaining guests, but he called him over at this time, and he didn't know what was going on.
When Marquis Pingjin came over, he just stood at the door and did not come in. After understanding what happened, he was silent for a moment before stepping into the room. He first apologized to Han and the others, saying that it was his wife who worried too much and that he was in good health and there was nothing wrong.
The wife of Marquis Pingjin was lying on the bed, so anxious that she wanted to turn over.
Han was quite satisfied with Pingjin Hou's approach. "Good health" is naturally the best, and it's good for everyone.
However, Xiaocao didn't think so. Others couldn't see it, but Xiaocao could tell from the overall movement of Pingjin Hou's walking that there were probably problems with his arms, legs, and waist. If such a person led troops to fight, he would probably be a target for others to chop down.
"When the Marquis said this, where did he put the soldiers of the Northern Frontier? Because the King of Dingbei was injured, it had a significant impact on the morale of the Dingbei Army. What would they think if they lost another commander who couldn't go to the battlefield? And if you force yourself to perform the duties of the commander, are you going to die, or do you want all the soldiers to revolve around you and make you an iron network? If something happens to you, do you think that in the short term, two consecutive commanders will get into trouble, will the morale of the army collapse directly? What will the enemy think? Have you thought about the consequences, Marquis? Instead of this, the Marquis might as well ask the emperor for forgiveness. Even if the emperor punishes you, at most he will be dismissed from office and stripped of your title. But if there is a problem in the Northern Frontier, you will be the sinner of the entire Qi Dynasty, and the entire Pingjin Marquis Mansion will be executed by then."
Xiao Cao's words were not polite at all, shocking everyone in the room. This is really, this is really...
Even Pingjin Hou had a very interesting expression on his face, but in the end, it turned as dark as the bottom of a pot, "You are a girl, and you are so reckless..."
Xiao Cao smiled, her eyes cold, "You are talking nonsense? Let me ask you a question, Lord, can you raise your arms above your head? Can you hold a big sword? Can your legs get on the warhorse? And your waist, can you get up the first thing in the morning when you wake up?"
The expression on Pingjin Hou's face was completely gone, and he looked at Xiaocao solemnly. After all, he was a man who had fought on the battlefield before. The murderous spirit that was ingrained in his bones did not disappear with the passage of time. When his aura was at full force, it really made people's legs go weak. Han's heart was pounding violently, and when she was trying to stand in front of Xiaocao stiffly, the aura of Pingjin Hou was suddenly retracted.
"Even my closest people don't know the specific condition of my body, and it has never been discovered over the years. I didn't expect that a little girl like you would see through it at a glance today. It seems that the story that you snatched the King of Dingbei back from the hands of the King of Hell is true. I wonder if you have any way to help me solve this pain? I can't say that I will be fully recovered, and I can't expect to be able to fight on the battlefield, but at least there will be no problem in marching."
"So, the Marquis is determined to go to Northern Frontier?" Xiaocao frowned slightly. She didn't know the importance of Northern Frontier before, but she found out a few days ago.
"Just as the young lady said, I am also responsible for the lives of the soldiers and the safety of Qi Chao. However, how can I let the Pingjin Marquis family be convicted without any hesitation? In fact, the letter of apology has been written, but I am still hesitant, always thinking that I can delay it for a while, just in case there is a turning point? Now I have waited for the young lady, the miracle doctor, which shows that God has been kind to me." Pingjin Marquis laughed as he spoke.
The corners of Xiaocao's mouth twitched slightly, "My Lord, you think too highly of me. I'm not some miracle doctor."
If Xiaocao used the term "miracle doctor" to describe her adoptive father, she would think it was natural.
"Girl, there's no need to underestimate yourself."
"It is recommended that the Marquis not go to the Northern Frontier."
"There is a glimmer of hope. I still want to consider more for my family. Please help my Pingjin Marquis Mansion this time. Pingjin Marquis Mansion will definitely remember your kindness. If there is a need in the future, my Pingjin Marquis Mansion will do its utmost to help you." As he said this, he bowed deeply to Xiaocao.
Xiaocao quickly dodged, pursed her lips and said nothing, and Pingjin Hou did not stand up either. At this time, the room was plunged into a strange atmosphere, and no one dared to breathe. Pingjin Hou seemed to be holding Xiaocao back, but it was understandable. If anyone else could grab a glimmer of hope in such a major event that concerns the survival of the family, they would naturally not let go easily.
"Your Majesty, there is no need to do this. Whether it can be cured or not, we need to see the situation before we can make a conclusion. Your Majesty, this is an old injury that has lasted too long. It is best not to hold too high hopes, lest you be disappointed."
Pingjin Hou breathed a sigh of relief. You know, as military commanders, they were inevitably more concerned about the situation of King Dingbei than others. They inquired from many sources and knew more than others. In terms of external injuries, if the girl from the Wen family is second to none in the entire imperial city, I'm afraid no one can be first. "In that case, thank you in advance. Just do your best."
In order to check on the injuries of Marquis Pingjin, Han, Wenrenying, and the wife of the Marquis Pingjin's son had to be avoided.
Han moved her lips, but ultimately said nothing and left with Wen Renying.
"Mom, Fourth Sister, um, is there really no problem?"
"It's just a check on the injury, what can be the problem?" Han said in a rather bad tone.
—You know that's not what I meant. However, Wen Renying didn't say this. She guessed that when she was treating King Dingbei, some things might have crossed the line. Moreover, she didn't know how much her fourth sister had been exposed to when she was outside.
Pingjinhou took off his clothes very quickly, but when he was left with only his snow-white underwear, Xiaocao said, "That's enough."
Pingjinhou's men paused, "Is that all?"
"It's just a hidden injury. It's not an external injury. It's just an extra layer of clothing. It won't be a hindrance."
Pingjin Hou nodded. It would be great if this could be the case.
Xiao Cao first checked the wound on Pingjin Hou's waist, carefully checked it through his clothes, and asked Pingjin Hou about his feelings. Then he inserted silver needles into Pingjin Hou's waist and back one by one. Soon, Pingjin Hou broke out in cold sweats due to the pain...