Flip the table! The reborn villainous woman takes down her entire family and seizes her life.

Chapter 40 Who's Sick?

Return to the palace.

Upon seeing Shuyao and Huajin, Jiang Zhi's expression softened.

"Was everything alright at the manor while I was away yesterday?"

Hua Yao nodded, "They each have their own duties, and they are very disciplined."

Jiang Zhi said with satisfaction, "Thank you for your hard work. Where's Chenxi?"

Although Chenxi wasn't as boisterous as Wushi, she was very attentive, always rushing up to ask if she was hungry or thirsty, afraid that she might be feeling unwell.

It's rather strange that he didn't go forward today.

Hua Yao smiled slightly, "Chen Xi is entertaining guests."

"guest?"

Jiang Zhi said, "I just married into the Liang Prince's mansion, how could I have guests?"

"You'll know once the princess arrives," Hua Yao said, unusually keeping everyone in suspense.

Jiang Zhi's doubts were answered after she was admitted to the hospital.

"Dr. Han?" Jiang Zhixi asked.

"Why did you come here, sir?"

Doctor Han was Lu's teacher, and Lu's medical skills were taught by Doctor Han. Jiang Zhi had also been learning medicine from Lu since she was a child, but no one paid attention, so she kept her medical skills a secret.

Actually, it was Doctor Han who gave Jiang Zhi his nickname.

Bamboo peach.

Peach blossoms may fade, but bamboo branches never wither.

Her beauty and strength are captivating; who can resist her, who can feel lingering fear?

Dr. Han hopes she will be fearless, strong, and true to herself, and also hopes she will not suffer in silence when wronged.

She never saw Doctor Han again after she was sent to Liangzhou.

Jiang Zhi was flattered to see the old gentleman come to his door in person.

Upon seeing her, Doctor Han put down the pastries in his hand, wiped his mouth, and said, "I am Han Zhiwei, greetings to Your Highness."

The proper etiquette should still be observed.

"No need for such formalities, Elder Han." Jiang Zhi decided not to rush into the house and sat down with Doctor Han on the stone bench in the courtyard.

"Mr. Han, we haven't seen each other for many years, there's no need to be so polite."

Doctor Han chuckled lightly, "The little girl who used to follow me around when I was little has all grown up."

Jiang Zhi smiled faintly.

Doctor Han swallowed hard and pointed to the pastries on the table. "These are pastries that girl made for the Princess. I had a craving, so I asked for two to try. I hope the Princess doesn't mind?"

Jiang Zhi smiled and said, "The flavor of the Poria cocos cake is light and refreshing, not too sweet, and it also has the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach. If Dr. Han likes it, I will ask Chenxi to prepare another box for you to take back as a late-night snack."

"How could I possibly accept that? Haha." Doctor Han waved his hand, pretending to refuse.

"Since the princess is so kind as to refuse, I will take one box."

Jiang Zhi couldn't help but chuckle and said, "Okay."

He then asked, "Did you come here to see me about something, Mr. Han?"

Doctor Han took a sip of tea to moisten his throat, then looked up at Jiang Zhi. "I've been looking for a medicinal herb recently, but I've asked around everywhere and haven't been able to find it."

"Jun Kang Tang doesn't have any either?" Jiang Zhi asked.

"Yes, I know that Junkangtang was left by your mother and is the largest pharmacy in the capital. It's a pity that I've never heard of that herbalist."

"Then... what does Doctor Han want me to do?" Jiang Zhi asked cleverly.

"I would like to ask the Princess to help me inquire whether anyone can find that medicinal herb or sell it. I am willing to pay a large sum of money to buy it," Doctor Han said earnestly.

Jiang Zhi thought for a moment, "That's no problem. May I ask what the name of the medicinal herb that Doctor Han is looking for is?"

"Kirin Clover".

Doctor Han added, "This medicinal herb is recorded in an ancient prescription, and it is probably extremely rare."

Jiang Zhi's expression changed slightly.

"I understand. I'll have them keep an eye out for this herb."

Doctor Han cupped his hands in thanks. “Thank you, Your Highness. If possible, it would be best to get the news as soon as possible.”

Jiang Zhi lowered her eyes. "Don't worry."

Dr. Han picked up the remaining half of the pastry. "Little Zhu Tao has grown up; she's become much more sensible, unlike Qing Huai who always makes me angry..."

Jiang Zhi watched Doctor Han's retreating figure.

He looked puzzled.

Why is Dr. Han here all of a sudden? Who is that medicinal herb for?

Is he sick, or is he sick?

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Dr. Han, carrying a box of Poria cocos cake in his left hand and a book in his right, slowly walked back to his courtyard.

He ran into Qinghuai halfway there. Qinghuai noticed what he was holding and asked, "Old Han, did you go to the small kitchen again?"

Dr. Han cleared his throat. "What? I can't go?"

Qinghuai reminded him, "Old Han, you're bound to be indebted to those who feed you and those who give you gifts."

Dr. Han glared at him. "Listen to what you're saying, it makes me sound like a traitor."

Qinghuai suppressed a laugh, "I was just trying to give you a friendly reminder."

"His Highness said we must treat her with utmost respect. What does 'treat her with utmost respect' mean?"

Dr. Han argued confidently, "Of course, I'll treat her to the best food and drinks. Besides, I'm just an old man, and a doctor at that. We both run a pharmacy, so even if we chat a bit more, I'm not afraid of gossip. If you're not happy about it, you can go instead."

"No, no, no." Qinghuai waved his hand. "I'll just follow Your Highness. It's more appropriate for you to entertain the Princess Consort."

Doctor Han snorted, "That's right. Besides, the princess and I already know each other. It's not wrong for an elder to care for a younger one."

Qinghuai pursed her lips and shrugged, "I think you're just going there to freeload."

Dr. Han raised the book in her hand as if to hit him, but then looked at the yellowed pages and hesitated, saying, "What do you know?"

Qing Huaicai then realized, "You know the Princess?"

"Of course," Doctor Han said, a hint of pride on his face.

The princess's mother was my only apprentice.

She was the most intelligent person I've ever met besides Dr. Xiao Bai. It's a pity she passed away unexpectedly, causing me immense heartache.

“Our poor princess was sent far away from home when she was young, but now it’s all good. She has married His Highness and they are under the same roof and share the same bed. How wonderful, how wonderful.”

"They don't even sleep in the same bed," Qinghuai whispered.

Dr. Han was about to hit someone again. "I was just using an analogy. You young people are just too inexperienced; I can't reason with you, hmph."

He stomped his foot, too lazy to talk to Qinghuai anymore, and left Qinghuai behind, returning to the courtyard on his own.

The next morning, as dawn broke, Gu Liang changed into his ink-painted court robes and prepared to go out.

In the central aisle of the Prince's Mansion, Jiang Zhi, dressed in a crimson gauze robe with rhombus and lotus patterns, stood upright, carrying a lantern.

It was as if they were deliberately waiting for him.

Upon seeing Gu Liang, she gave a slight curtsy, "Your Highness."

Gu Liang stopped, lowered her eyes, and asked, "What is it?"

Jiang Zhi said slowly, "I'm waiting for Your Highness to dine with me tonight."

Gu Liang hesitated for a moment, staring intently at her. The sky was dim, and only the faint light of the lantern in his hand flickered between the two of them.

The vast mansion was now empty except for her and Gu Liang, the atmosphere eerily quiet.

"Okay," Gu Liang said.

After saying that, he strode away.

Jiang Zhi watched his retreating figure with a hint of inquiry in her eyes, then smiled slightly and turned to walk towards her own courtyard.