The Ace Bigshot Becomes A Farmgirl

Chapter 1380: Chapter 1380: Shu Yu’s Doubts

Shu Yu watched her skillful movements and couldn’t help but rub his forehead.

So it turns out both of them act like this when they’re outside.

Lord Tan immediately said, “If it’s convenient for Elder Zhao, please do take another look at my son. I’m entrusting him to you, Elder Zhao.”

It was still Ah Ning speaking, “My master’s method is quite unconventional. It’s using poison to counteract poison. Are you willing to try it?”

Lord Tan’s face indeed showed a hint of hesitation, but finally, he gritted his teeth, “Elder Zhao, please come in.”

Ah Ning nodded, “Alright then, you agreed to it yourself.”

The little girl jumped in front of Old Doctor Zhao, “Master, he agreed. He seems quite sincere about it. Let’s not be too harsh on him. That Young Master Tan looks really troubled. The sooner we treat him, the sooner we can go home. I miss my little nephew already.”

The nephew she mentioned was the child in Shuyou’s belly. The little girl now loved to lie beside Shuyou and talk to her belly.

Old Doctor Zhao initially wanted to put on airs, but upon hearing this, he became more straightforward, considering that it was his grand-disciple after all, and he did miss the family.

He nodded and said to Lord Tan, “Lead the way.”

Lord Tan breathed a sigh of relief, “This way, please, Elder Zhao.”

Mrs. Tan stood in the living room, watching the figures ahead moving off into the distance. She opened her mouth, then finally gritted her teeth and decided to take a gamble this time too.

She turned to Shu Yu, “Monarch Lu Xiang, please come inside for some tea as well.”

The group headed back to the rear courtyard. Since Young Master Tan needed to recuperate, his courtyard was chosen to be not far from the front yard, yet in a quiet area.

The weather was hot at this time, but upon entering Young Master Tan’s courtyard, it felt quite cool.

Shu Yu followed Old Doctor Zhao inside to take a look. Young Master Tan really did seem gravely ill, so thin that his appearance was distorted, making it hard to tell his exact age.

Elder Zhao sat down again by the bedside to check Young Master Tan’s pulse.

Lord Tan waited anxiously on the side. However, Elder Zhao’s answer remained the same as before, “It’s indeed poisoning. If not treated now, it will be irreversible in three months.”

Lord Tan’s hand trembled. Mrs. Tan immediately said, “But I noticed he’s been a bit more energetic in recent days. Even the doctors in the manor said his condition seemed to be improving. How could he be… in just three months…”

Elder Zhao cast a sideways glance at her, “Have you heard of the final burst of energy before death?”

Mrs. Tan’s face turned white, and she couldn’t help but cover her mouth and cry.

Lord Tan maintained a bit more composure. He took a deep breath, “I beg Elder Zhao to save my son’s life.”

“Saving him is no issue, but the process will be painful. Moreover, I must clarify first that your son is suffering from chronic poisoning, which started two years ago and is still ongoing.”

Lord Tan was no fool. Upon hearing this, his pupils constricted sharply, instantly understanding the implication.

Chronic poisoning, administered to his son day after day, meant it had to be someone attending to him personally.

His expression darkened, and he immediately called in a trusted attendant, “Get people to guard everyone inside and outside this courtyard. From now on, ensure both the front and back doors of the manor are tightly controlled. No one is allowed to enter or leave.”

“Understood.” The attendant, realizing the gravity of the situation, went off to tend to it without a word.

Standing at the back, Shu Yu slightly frowned. Once again, chronic poisoning?

She couldn’t help but glance at Young Master Tan. This emaciated look really was a bit similar to that of the Xiao Family.

Could there be some connection between these two?