Time Travel: The Best Doctor in Ancient Times

Chapter 375: Chapter 248: Clean up and wait for Mom Chapter 375: Chapter 248: Clean up and wait for Mom “Is your master planning to lead the troops to Southern Fujian despite being sick?” Gu Changsheng could only think of this reason for Zhou Mu to leave.

Zhou Mu was still suffering from the remnants of the poison in his body, which could flair up at any moment. If he was determined to proceed to Southern Fujian, even if preparations there were perfect, it would undoubtedly be extremely dangerous.

Seeing Gu Changsheng’s grave expression, Yuan Bao hurriedly shook his head.

At this very moment, how could his master afford to be involved in Southern Fujian affairs? Liuzhou was about to become the target of all four nations!

“Then why? You’re acting as if it’s a matter of life and death, frightening people for no reason,” Gu Changsheng said, her eyes widening in rebuke, relieved when she saw Yuan Bao shake his head.

You can’t scare people like that! She couldn’t just watch Zhou Mu walk into his death!

“Lady Changsheng, there are some things I can’t say. You only need to stay peacefully in Liuzhou, and don’t inquire about other matters!” Yuan Bao struggled with his words, clenching his teeth firmly, refusing to reveal even a sliver of truth, “Lady Changsheng, from now on, no matter what happens outside, no matter what things my master does that make you angry, you should pretend you haven’t heard or seen anything, and you don’t have to worry about it at all. Can you just live your life without concern for those things?”

“No!” Gu Changsheng’s face grew even darker.

The more Yuan Bao spoke, the more Gu Changsheng felt that something was amiss.

Without intending to, Gu Changsheng’s thoughts turned to that girl from the Huo family!

“Is it because of Huo Shuixian, right?” Gu Changsheng’s gaze piercingly fixed on Yuan Bao as she spoke word by word.

Why had Zhou Mu caused such a stir, enhancing Miss Huo’s reputation as the Mandated Noble Lady? What was the real reason?

Yuan Bao looked at Gu Changsheng in shock, his eyes wide and filled with disbelief.

He knew Lady Changsheng was smart, but he hadn’t expected her to be this astute.

How could she have figured out that it concerned Miss Huo?

“Yuan Bao, do you think I, Gu Changsheng, don’t have a brain? Zhou Mu painstakingly orchestrated events, elevating Miss Huo as if she was a deity descending upon the mortal world, but why? What reason would make him put aside his status and do something he himself disdains?” Gu Changsheng’s voice was cold and authoritative, her narrowed eyes like daggers as she pressured Yuan Bao for an answer, “It’s because of me, isn’t it?”

Zhou Mu, who disdained even the throne, would repeatedly defy the current emperor for her!

She, Gu Changsheng, was well aware of his feelings for her.

If there was anything or anyone in this world that could compel Zhou Mu to go to such lengths, other than herself, Gu Changsheng refused to entertain the idea!

“Lady Changsheng!”

Upon hearing this, Yuan Bao suddenly knelt down, his earnest face wet with tears as he spoke, “Everything my master does is for you, Lady Changsheng. Since you understand my master’s good intentions, please don’t press me further. He has his reasons for acting this way. Please take good care of yourself for now!”

The stern atmosphere around Gu Changsheng instantly dispersed.

A rueful smile appeared on her lips, tinged with a touch of helplessness, “What kind of major event is it that he dreads so much… Get up, Yuan Bao. If he doesn’t want me to inquire, I’m happy to be uninvolved, we’ll leave it at that…”

“Thank you, Lady Changsheng!” Yuan Bao then stood up, wiping his eyes.

“One day, I will prove to him that I, Gu Changsheng, am not someone who just shares his wealth but shies away from misfortune! One day, I will stand by his side proudly, without him having to go to great lengths to protect me!” Gu Changsheng looked at Yuan Bao, her words resonating with confidence as self-assurance gleamed in her eyes.

“Yuan Bao naturally believes in Lady Changsheng, just as I believe in my master. However, at this moment, since you have yet not revealed your hand, and since you are alone and vulnerable, please prioritize the bigger picture and endure for now!” Yuan Bao responded without hesitation.

His trust in Lady Changsheng was as unwavering as his belief in his master.

“Yes!” Gu Changsheng nodded, glanced at the neatly arranged baskets of vegetables, and chuckled, “It’s rare for you to be so attentive, even knowing my house is out of vegetables! Since you’ve brought me these, I won’t take you to task over the theft of the Soul-Calling Powder anymore!”

“Yes, yes!” Yuan Bao nodded vigorously, his face showing a shade of guilt, “I apologize to you, my lady. When this matter is settled, I will surely come to atone!”

“You can spare me your apologies, but if Zhou Mu doesn’t give me a reasonable explanation once this is over, tell him to clean up and wait for me!” Gu Changsheng huffed, her tone leisurely, “With none of you around, I’ll enjoy the quiet. I couldn’t ask for more!”

Although she said this, a sliver of worry lingered in Gu Changsheng’s heart, though she showed no sign of it on her face.

Having known Gu Changsheng for a long time, Yuan Bao was well aware that she had a sharp tongue but a soft heart, and he paid no heed to her words, smiling as he said, “Heh… I’m sure my master would be very happy to ‘clean up and wait’ for you!”

Gu Changsheng choked on her response upon hearing this and her face was about to turn red with anger.

Seeing this, Yuan Bao quickly changed the subject, signaling Si Xi to step forward with a sycophantic smile, “Lady Changsheng, this is Si Xi!”

“Hm?” Gu Changsheng, still feeling somewhat embarrassed by Yuan Bao’s comment, gave a noncommittal grunt.

“This servant Si Xi greets the master!”

Since Yuan Bao had made the introduction, Si Xi immediately knelt down, pounding his head on the floor several times in a grand kowtow.

His reaction did startle Gu Changsheng, who asked in a panic, “What the heck? What’s with the triple kneeling and nine kowtows? You’re gonna wear out my life span!”

Seeing this, Yuan Bao hurriedly explained, “Lady Changsheng, please don’t blame him, this is Si Xi. He was chosen by Prince Bao’s personal eunuch specifically for his Princess Consort.”

Upon hearing this, Gu Changsheng blinked in surprise and looked down. The boy was around the same age as Dong Lei, no more than fourteen or fifteen, with a petite figure and a clear and handsome face. At that point, Gu Changsheng widened his eyes and pointed at Si Xi on the ground, asking Yuan Bao, “Are you sure he’s a Little Eunuch and not a Palace Maid?”

Such an exquisite and delicate Little Eunuch? Could he possibly be a fake?

Yuan Bao wiped his sweat with a laugh, “Yuan Bao is certain he’s a Little Eunuch. When he was younger, Yuan Bao even bathed him, so there’s no mistake.”

“Oh…” Gu Changsheng noncommittally hummed.

“Lady Changsheng, Si Xi has been following my master to learn martial arts in the mountains since he was five years old, and later on, he has been to wars with my master, his kung fu is not far from that of the Secret Guards. The master’s intention is for you to keep him. After all, you currently only have Xiao Leizi serving you, and it’s hard to take care of everything, isn’t it?” Yuan Bao seized the opportunity to speak.

“What? You mean for him to follow me? I’m but a commoner, how would it look to have a Little Eunuch by my side?” Gu Changsheng disagreed, shaking his head.

Godfather! Eunuchs are meant for exclusive royal use, aren’t they?

Although having a Little Eunuch by my side does seem impressive, it’s hard to endure the awkwardness others might feel!

She can’t be out of touch! She is just an ordinary person through and through!

“Master, Si Xi can disguise himself as a Maid!” Seeing Gu Changsheng’s objection, Si Xi quickly spoke out with an undeniable urgency in his voice.

“You’re rather adept at accommodating others!” Gu Changsheng said speechlessly upon hearing this.

Alright, Si Xi does indeed have a delicate and handsome appearance very much like a girl, and his voice, requiring no disguise, is thin and weak, hardly different from a young lady’s.

“Master, Si Xi has taken a solemn oath since he was young to only serve the County Princess Consort in this lifetime. Please do not despise Si Xi!” Si Xi kowtowed two more times deeply.

Gu Changsheng glanced at Yuan Bao and then, propping his chin with one hand, looked at Si Xi: “Really? You truly serve only me?”

“Yes! If I break this oath, let lightning strike me down; I won’t have a good death!” Si Xi said with a grave face.

“Then tell me, what exactly has that evildoer Zhou Mu been hiding from me?” Gu Changsheng raised his eyebrows, asking with a sly smile.

A struggle flashed across Si Xi’s face, who dared not even glance at Yuan Bao, “Last night…”

“Si Xi!” Yuan Bao exclaimed in shock, quickly covering Si Xi’s mouth and pleadingly looking at Gu Changsheng, “Lady Changsheng, you just promised not to inquire into this matter, huh…”

While speaking, Yuan Bao bitterly pinched Si Xi, unable to change this sincere fool!

Seeing this, Gu Changsheng waved his hand noncommittally, “Alright, then I won’t ask.”

When would she have the time to worry about that?

“Then, Lady Changsheng, you also mustn’t ask Si Xi about this matter in the future!” Yuan Bao pushed his luck.

“Fine!” Gu Changsheng agreed quite amiably this time.

If she really wanted to know, there were plenty of ways to find out.

But since Zhou Mu didn’t want her to know, she was content being the canary under his protection, living her carefree life.

Relieved by her words, Yuan Bao let go of Si Xi and still couldn’t help but glare at him sternly.

“Si Xi, considering what Yuan Bao said about your kung fu, it must be decent. Hence, you ought to know my rules,” Gu Changsheng said, supporting his chin with one hand and pointing languidly towards the shadowy area behind him, pinpointing exactly where Ning Er and the others were hiding, “You should know there are already three people and six eyes watching over me. If you want to stay, I don’t mind, but I don’t keep the useless around. Fight me, let me see what you’re made of before I decide.”

“Fighting again?” Yuan Bao sighed, pulling at the corner of his mouth upon hearing this.

Why did everyone coming to Lady Changsheng’s side have to fight her? Except for Tan Nv, who had stubbornly stayed out of sight, engaging in a game of cat-and-mouse with Lady Changsheng for a long time, avoiding this ordeal, it seemed neither Ning Er nor Kun Nu had been spared!

Does she really like sparring with others that much?

“I’ve got nothing better to do anyway, can’t neglect the means to protect my life, can I?” As her voice fell, Gu Changsheng’s figure soared, darting in the direction of the martial arts training ground.

Seeing this, Si Xi dared not slack off, following swiftly, channeling his energy to keep up.

He marveled inwardly; Lady Changsheng, lacking Inner Strength, had such speed–truly out of the ordinary!

Watching the two disappear, Yuan Bao resignedly grabbed a basket of vegetables and headed towards the kitchen muttering, “Xiao Si Xi, you really must not underestimate her. Even Lord Kun Nu has suffered losses under Lady Changsheng’s hand. The woman whom the master fancies…could never be someone mediocre…”