For the first time, the daughters-in-law who were married outside Nanshan Village were not able to return to their parents' homes on the second day of the Lunar New Year. Even the daughters-in-law who were married outside were reluctant to go back to their parents-in-law's home right away.
Although it is very cold in winter, there are always people watching the theater. During the day, there are even more people queuing to the entrance of the village, and some people climb to the roof to watch the theater.
Bai Ling, on the other hand, had no interest in going to the theater and would rather stay at home and read medical books.
"Girl, the master asked his subordinate to bring you a gift." Zifeng, as Shangguan Yu's capable subordinate, knew the relationship between the two, so he no longer wore a hijab and spoke in a flattering tone.
"Go find Bai Shao yourself and let her prepare a table of food for you." Bai Ling didn't want to cook by himself every time, so he specifically let Bai Shao know about Zifeng's existence.
Therefore, every time Zifeng came to deliver letters, etc., Bai Shao was responsible for preparing meals for him.
Zifeng handed over his hands and left. Bai Ling opened the box and saw a pair of simple bracelets lying inside. They looked old but not expensive.
The style of the bracelet was very ordinary, with only some ordinary patterns, but Bai Ling became more and more certain that the bracelet was unusual.
After studying for a long time, Bai Ling couldn't guess the reason, so she opened the letter written by Shangguan Yu to her.
The letter first explained the purpose of the bracelet. After touching the mechanism, dozens of needles as tiny as a bee's tail would shoot out in a fan shape, which even a first-class expert could not avoid at close range.
Bellington's eyes were bright, and such a hidden weapon was exactly what she needed.
Although space can be used for hiding, it cannot always be used for escape.
"You're interested." Bai Ling smiled and put the bracelet on. It was a little bigger, but it wouldn't fall off.
Bai Ling stroked the bracelet for a while to determine where the mechanism was. Bai Ling did not test it to avoid the trouble of collecting those small needles.
The letter stated that there were two sets of spare needles in the box, and then Shangguan Yu composed a poem expressing his longing for each other.
This was not the first time he had received such a letter. Bai Ling still showed a sweet smile. He didn't know when there was a hosta in his hand, carved into the shape of green bamboo, which suited Shangguan Yu's cold temperament in front of his subordinates.
"I wish you peace, and I'll wait for you to come back." Bai Ling thought for a moment and replied with only eight words, then put them together in the brocade box, waiting for Zifeng to come and pick them up.
What Bai Ling didn't know was that the war at the border started on the night of New Year's Eve and has not ended yet.
There were floods in the south of the Eastern Han Dynasty, but many small countries and tribes in the north were trapped by heavy snow. In order to survive, they had no choice but to launch wars.
Zifeng took the things away without telling Bai Ling about the situation at the border, nor did he ask for any more medicine.
In the blink of an eye, the first month has come and farmers have begun to prepare for the new year.
Repairing farm tools, wearing them for work, and selecting grains will be busy until mid-March at least.
"Girl, Miss Xiao and Mr. Xiao are here." Bai Shao opened the curtain, fearing that the cold air would be brought into the room, so she stood at the door and said.
"Come together?" Bai Ling raised his eyebrows.
"Yes." Bai Shao replied.
Bai Ling frowned, and soon understood why these two people came together, and couldn't help but slap his forehead.
"I just said that Mr. Xiao looks familiar, so that's it." After Bai Ling figured out the relationship between the two, he put on a cotton cloak and walked out.
Since Xiao Muqing returned to Beijing, the two of them have exchanged letters less and less, but they still have correspondence.
After not seeing each other for more than a year, Bai Ling's mood was a little complicated. From the words in the letter, Xiao Muqing seemed to have changed a little, but Bai Ling couldn't tell what was wrong.
"Second sister, you are here. I didn't even recognize Miss Xiao when I saw her just now. I thought she was a fairy from somewhere." Seeing Bai Ling coming, Bai Wei immediately waved her hand.
The first lunar month has just come out, and there are servants doing things again. When the Bai sisters are not studying their talents, they often gather in the main room to play cards.
However, Bai Ling still needs to read medical books or tinker with medicinal materials, so he spends less time here.
This is also the reason why Bai Cao and Bai Wei were both there when Bai Ling came over.
As for Bai Liu's sisters-in-law, most of them chatted with Mrs. Liu or did some needlework, and were rarely in the main room.
"We haven't seen her for more than a year. Qing'er has really changed a lot. If I saw her on the street, I might not be able to recognize her."
As soon as Bai Ling entered the room, he saw Xiao Muqing. Seeing that her dress was more luxurious than before and her complexion was much better, she smiled and said:
"Third sister is right. This is just like a fairy descending to earth. The water and soil in the capital are indeed more nurturing. I want to live in the capital for a year and a half. Maybe I will be a little bit like Xiaojiabiyu when I come back.
appearance."
"Ling'er also followed Wei'er's mischief. How can there be such a big change? It's just that people rely on their clothes."
Xiao Muqing smiled softly, took Bai Ling's hand and asked her to sit beside her, pointing to several boxes beside her and saying:
"It's been so long since I last saw you. I've brought some fashionable things from the capital. Don't take it too seriously."
"As long as it's brought by Qing'er, even if it's something with needles and thread, I'm not interested in it." Bai Ling answered with a smile and had no intention of getting up to look.
With Bai Ling's wealth, she can afford anything she wants. The key is that she only appreciates clothes and jewelry.
Moreover, the Bai family lived in a village, so it was inappropriate to dress too well and too high-profile.
"I know you have a sweet mouth. If I have a chance to come over next time, I will bring some needles and thread to see how you arrange it." Xiao Muqing covered her mouth and chuckled.
Over the past year of correspondence, the two of them have been calling each other affectionately, and occasionally they would joke a few words in their hearts.
After chatting for a while, Xiao Muqing got down to the topic and said: "I came here this time to borrow the help of my brother. He had something to discuss with you, and he had to use my body as a raft. He said there was something here.
The miracle doctor wants to take me to heal my body."
Bai Ling smiled back, knowing that Xiao Muqing did not believe in her medical skills.
Before Xiao Muqing returned to Beijing, Bai Ling examined Xiao Muqing's symptoms, but Xiao Muqing did not take the medicine prescribed by Bai Ling.
At that time, Bai Ling just thought that the people around Xiao Muqing were cautious, so he added spiritual spring water every time he prepared food for Xiao Muqing, and Xiao Muqing's health also improved.
Bai Ling did what a doctor and friend should do, and she didn't want to think about the rest.
"Master Xiao, long time no see." Bai Ling looked at Xiao Mu and nodded.
"I concealed my identity before, and I hope Miss Bai can forgive me." Xiao Mu stood up, apologized to Bai Ling, and said elegantly but simply: "I came here this time, firstly, for my sister's health, and I hope Miss Bai can do her best.
Treat her. Secondly, Zi Heng wants to cooperate with Miss Bai in the Jinyufang business, and hopes that Miss Bai can take the time to discuss it in detail with Zi Heng."
"elder brother!"
Xiao Muqing's expression changed slightly. After calling Xiao Mu, she regained her elegant smile and said to Bai Ling:
"Ling'er doesn't need to feel embarrassed. My brother is just too worried about my physical condition. I've just seen too many doctors over the years. This time I returned to Beijing and asked an imperial doctor to treat me, but I still don't have much color. My mother is worried about this.
.This is fate, and I have accepted it."
"10% disease, 30% treatment, 70% mood adjustment. Although Qing'er suffers from fetal cold syndrome, it is not impossible to treat, but the process is not easy to rush, and requires Qing'er to have a good attitude, exercise more and pay attention to diet.
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After hearing Xiao Muqing's words, Bai Ling couldn't help but feel a little pity, so he did his duty as a doctor.
"Miss Bai, Qing'er's physical condition will be left to you. I believe that with your medical skills, Qing'er will be well." (To be continued)