Chapter 57: Russell (34)
Yuqing was deposed, and some ill-intentioned colleagues in the Tai Hospital were always looking forward to me stepping down. As everyone knows, this incident didn't have much impact on me. On the contrary, he became a hottest figure in the palace.
On weekdays, in addition to serving in the Heart Cultivation Hall and the Imperial Study, after returning to the mansion, he had to try his best to avoid everyone and go to visit Yunhe.
So...... There is no more time to go to the former General's Mansion to take care of Yuqing.
However, Qiaohui often brings her children over. Sometimes, I will also take some silver taels to subsidize Yuqing. Whenever I ask about Qiaohui and how Yuqing is. She always said that on the surface, she looked good, but in private, I was afraid that Yuqing was not very comfortable.
When I heard this, I could only comfort Qiaohui, and after surviving this time, Yuqing would be invincible. I can't think of anything else.
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Yunhe is gifted and intelligent, and he is becoming more and more curious about the reason why he was locked in the secret room.
"Uncle Russell, now that half a month has passed, I feel better and better." On this day, food was brought to Yunhe as usual.
But who knows, before I put down the food plate, he got up and greeted him, "You tell me, when can I go out." β
Faced with Yunhe's pleading, I sighed and took out a pen and paper:
- The date is undecided.
"Undecided?" Yunhe frowned, "Uncle Russell, what's going on outside?" Are you hiding something from me? β
After that, he added, "I have been imprisoned in this dark secret room for more than a month, and I don't know anything about anything except that I have passed out after being poisoned.
Uncle Russell, you promised He'er that you would tell He'er the truth in 1510! β
- You still have the remaining poison and can't stand too much pressure, so let's recuperate for a while and talk about it later.
I tried my best to procrastinate.
"Uncle Russell, I know my own body. Although he is not completely healed yet, he is much better than the days when he first woke up. I beg you, just tell me. Otherwise, my cranky thoughts all day long will not be good for my condition.
Uncle Russell, where is this? Why am I here? I've been here for so long, won't the Queen Mother be in a hurry? What's going on out there? I ......"
I listened to Yunhe's words and felt that there was some truth. Seeing that Yunhe's eyes were full of desire to explore, he couldn't bear it.
Or not......
So he nodded, and wrote down all the words that had come to mind during this period of time:
- This is my mansion, and it is your mother's intention to keep you here.
"Looks like I guessed correctly...... This is indeed your uncle's mansion. Yunhe saw that I came on time every day, and there was some suspicion in his heart, "But, am I not in the palace?" Why is it in your mansion? Moreover, although the decoration here is elegant and atmospheric, it is not difficult to see that there is a secret room with many organs.
Queen mother...... Why did she send me out of the palace and imprisoned in this secret room? What about memories? What about Yunyan? Where are they! β
ββThe former eldest prince has made a comeback, and the situation in the palace has changed. Your queen mother took advantage of your poisoning to declare that you were incurable and secretly transferred you out of the palace.
As for this secret room, it was built by my uncle's grandfather, and there are many mechanisms in it, so you don't have to crack it indiscriminately to avoid accidental injury.
"He actually came back so quickly!" Speaking of the eldest prince, Yunhe's eyes were full of hatred, "No, I have to go out!"
Uncle Russell, the queen mother must have locked me up here to protect me. But I'm a man, and I can't be a turtle with a shrunken head. β
- Don't be impulsive.
I looked at him like this, and my heart warmed, and I felt that Yuqing had such a son in her life, and it was worth it.
- The target of the eldest prince's return this time is not your mother, nor Nian Yi and Yunyan, but you! After all, you are the crown prince and the one the emperor wants to pass on the throne. Therefore, your queen mother asked me to take a good look at you, naturally she has a reason.
Although your uncle is reluctant to imprison you in a secret room, your mother said that the eldest prince is thoughtful and will not believe that you will die so easily. So, I'll do everything I can to find your traces.
And this secret room is not only unknown to outsiders, but also has many mechanisms. No matter which way you look at it, it's good for you. β
"Having said that, I'm still worried about the queen mother." Yunhe shook his head at me, "Wenren Haoxuan is a scumbag, his personality is very distorted, distorted to the point that he has lost his humanity!"
Not only did he not take into account the father-son relationship for many years, but also did not take into account our master-apprentice relationship, he used the queen mother and me again and again. He's more ...... For the sake of power and the desire/hope in his heart, he gave up his mother's life and Yun An's life!
I used to believe in Wen Ren Haoxuan so much that to this day, the scene of being used by him is still vivid. So I can't guarantee that he will do anything to his mother if he can't find me. The queen mother's life has been hard enough, I can't let her ...... for me Make any more sacrifices. β
I looked at the red and swollen eyes of Yunhe, who had always been strong, so I hurriedly touched his head and wrote:
- Crane, your mother's body is already well. With her skills, the eldest prince has no way to take her. All you have to do now is to stay with your uncle with peace of mind, wait for news, and don't think nonsense.
You have to believe in your mother, she is the strongest and kindest woman in the world. Therefore, even if you suffer a little more, you will definitely be treated gently in the future.
Moreover, she can not only turn the tide once when the hunting ground is surrounded and suppressed, but also the second time. If you don't obey your mother's instructions and sneak out, it will be a big deal.
After all, the reason why she locked you up, in addition to protecting you, was also to reduce the burden on herself, so that she could have no worries and not have to be distracted to take care of you.
"What my uncle said makes sense," Yun He raised his eyes to look at me, "but what about Yun Yan?" Even if the queen mother can deal with Wenren Haoxuan by herself, can Yunyan do it? β
After that, he said, "Wenren Haoxuan wants the country and the world, and I will naturally be a stumbling block for him." But now that I am gone in the eyes of outsiders, Yun Yan is the only son of my father. So...... I'm not in danger, but Yunyan will have to worry about his life.
Uncle Russell, I want to ......"
I knew what Yunhe was thinking, so I immediately made a silent gesture at him, interrupting him:
- You want to go out, you want to stay with your mother, you want to protect your sister and brother, your uncle knows. But...... What can you do when you get out?
Now you can move around as you please, but the poison is still not clear. As long as you are overworked, you may faint again and aggravate your condition. Even if you don't feel anything now, your uncle is a doctor, and every time he takes your pulse, he can know where you are good and where you are not.
So He'er, not only can you not bring any protection and benefits to your mother and Yunyan when you go out. On the contrary, it will increase their burden.
wrote a large piece freely, and was afraid that Yunhe would be stubborn, so he hurriedly stated his position:
- He'er, this secret room is full of traps, and you will never be able to get out without your uncle taking you. But your uncle has promised your mother that unless your uncle dies, he will never let you take half a step out of the secret room before the big thing is done. So...... If you have any thoughts, dispel them as soon as possible.
At this point, I paused. After thinking for a while, he continued:
- Hurry up and eat, don't let the food get cold.
Seeing that I was so resolute, Yunhe knew that it would be useless for him to say more. So, I had to hold back my tears and gulp down the food on my plate.
When I saw that he was well-behaved, I couldn't help but touch his head lovingly. Then, when he had eaten his fill, he took his pulse as usual, and then came out of the secret room.
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After leaving the secret room, the empty food plate was put away, and Qiaohui's voice came from outside the door, "Russell, can I come in?" β
Since Qiaohui and I got married, I have become more mature and disciplined. On weekdays, there is nothing to do, and she will never come to the study to disturb me. Even if they come, they will definitely stay outside the door and only come in with my permission.
I spent all my time in the palace, to the emperor, to Yuqing, to Yunhe's children, but rarely stayed in the palace. Therefore, this Luo Mansion is basically run by Qiaohui alone.
From the nursing home to the little maid, from food and clothing to etiquette, from teaching children to serving her husband, she is like a capable person with three heads and six arms, and she handles everything very well.
"Come in," I picked up a medical book and pretended to read it.
Qiaohui listened to me and gently pushed open the door of the study.
The breeze blew outside the door, and I instantly smelled the smell of scallion oil noodles.
So, he put down the medical book and looked up, and moved his mouth silently:
- What delicious food did you bring?
Hearing this, Qiaohui smiled, "Your nose is very smart." After that, he put down the big bowl of noodles in his hand, "You don't like to eat with us lately, and every day when you return to the house, you rush into the study, which makes the child worry about you as a father."
Today, I don't know where they heard that your appetite is growing. In addition to the main meal, there is also a supper every day. No, they were afraid that the nutrition in the small kitchen would not be enough, so they had to let me cook you a bowl of scallion oil noodles myself. β
As he spoke, he pushed the noodles in front of me, "Eat it while it's hot, I added two eggs for you." β
I listened to Qiaohui's words, and my nose couldn't help but be sore. Although it is just a bowl of noodles that are the most homely, it makes me truly appreciate the warmth of ordinary people.
Suddenly, I felt that everything I was doing now was worth it. Because only when the emperor defeats the eldest prince, can our Luo family really stay out of the matter.
I...... can live like this for the rest of your life. With Qiaohui, with children.
Thinking about it, I took the noodles and ate them in a big gulp.
During this period of time, because of the presence of cloud cranes, I have indeed eaten more and more. But...... That's just the opinion of the uninformed. In fact, I'm still on an empty stomach when I go home.
What's the solution? Since the emperor handed over Yunhe to me, I would rather be hungry myself than starve him.
Qiaohui saw that I was in a hurry, so she sat down next to me and looked at me funny, "It's hot, eat slowly." β
As soon as the words fell, I accidentally burned my mouth with the hot noodle soup. So, he quickly snorted twice, and then grinned and smirked.
"Look at you, like a child. Eat slowly, and no one will rob you. Qiaohui pulled out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from my forehead, and coaxed softly, "If you like it, I will make you one every night in the future." β
After that, he said, "By the way, I haven't made braised pork noodles for you for a long time." I remember that you used to be in the palace, and you liked to eat the braised pork noodles I made the most. How about I make you braised pork noodles tomorrow night? Recently, I learned another method of marinating minced meat from the old mother in the house, and it is fragrant. β
Qiaohui's voice is very soft, and her eyes are like crescent moons, which are very beautiful.
For a moment, I thought she was very cute. So, I put down my chopsticks, raised her delicate hand, and wiped my mouth:
- Okay.
Qiao Hui was taken aback, and hurriedly smiled coquettishly, frowning and said, "Okay, you Russell, this age is not serious at all." β
As he spoke, he pretended to be disgusted and wiped the back of his greasy hand with a handkerchief. But two blushes quietly climbed up her cheeks.
Seeing her like this, I took her hand again and repeated the action I had just done.
Qiao Hui stomped her foot and threatened, "You dead ghost! I worked hard to give you noodles to eat, but you didn't thank me, but used me as a handkerchief to wipe your mouth.
Hmph, if it weren't for the fact that the child was worried that you would be hungry, I wouldn't have bothered to pay attention to you. β
I heard it, and it was so funny.
Obviously worried about me by myself, but I still want to use the child as an excuse.
How old are the two children in the family? On weekdays, I have to be clever and clever when I eat by myself...... A chicken leg, and the old mother has to run behind for a long time, where will you know that you feel sorry for my father?
At this hour, the children are afraid that they have already fallen asleep, and in their dreams, they may still be thinking about what they will eat tomorrow and what they will eat the day after tomorrow. How do you know if their father and I are still hungry?
Qiaohui, this girl, has always been like this, and she won't even lie......
Thinking of this, I raised my pen and wrote:
- It's good to have you.
Qiaohui lowered her eyebrows and looked at the four words I wrote, and responded softly, "It's really good to have you by my side." β
When I heard this, I reached out and clasped my fingers with Qiaohui. The husband and wife looked at each other, but they didn't say a word.
Yes, perhaps in the eyes of ordinary people, having power and status, money and prestige, is the most important thing. But in fact, the happiest thing in the world is to stay with the person you love the most and be inseparable from your own blood.
I'm glad that I'm just a doctor, and I'm glad that Qiaohui and I can live an ordinary life. Instead, like the emperor and Yuqing, they love each other, but they torture each other.