Not only did Ms. Zhuang regain her health, but it also brought a major investment to Yan City.
Why not?
Old Sir He was noncommittal, "I only have so much skill, donât get your hopes too high. Her body has long been rotten."
Lin Chuxia quickly nodded. When Minister Wei mentioned Ms. Zhuangâs condition earlier, she had already guessed it.
If it hadnât reached an irreversible point, how could it have become her final wish fulfilled in the country?
However, Lin Chuxia also had her own ideas.
She was confident in her masterâs medical skills. Even if it couldnât cure the disease immediately, it should be possible to reduce Ms. Zhuangâs pain and prolong her life.
Moreover, she still had the spiritual spring water.
Just now, while brewing the medicine, she had added some spiritual spring water into it.
She hadnât put much for now; she would gradually add it based on the situation.
This was also another reason why she took on the task of brewing the medicine.
It could also be considered as contributing to the economic development of Yan City.
Just as the medicine was almost ready, Zhuang Yang returned on time.
The Chinese medicine was put directly into a thermos bottle, which kept it warm and easy to carry.
Zhuang Yang thanked her politely. He was genuinely grateful to Lin Chuxia and Old Sir He.
Previously skeptical of traditional Chinese medicine, he was now full of expectation for this thermos bottle of medicine.
Not long after, Qin Yang also came.
He knew that Lin Chuxia and Old Sir He were going with Minister Wei to see a patient today.
After work, when he found Lin Chuxia was not home, he thought she might be at Old Sir Heâs place.
Seeing Qin Yang arrive, Old Sir He directly shooed him away, putting on a coat and bluntly saying he was going out for a meal.
The two of them were left amused and exasperated.
On the way back, Lin Chuxia recalled her first impression of Old Sir He and couldnât help but sigh.
"Clearly, heâs a gluttonous old man, yet he lived like a beggar. Not to mention dining out; back then, even basic meals might have been a problem for him."
At that time, Old Sir He was in rags, almost skin and bones, and his eyes were lifeless, only staring numbly at the train station, truly looking pitiful.
Qin Yang reached out and held Lin Chuxiaâs small hand, glancing at her, "My wife is a kind person."
Kind?
Lin Chuxia hadnât thought about it that way.
In her past life, she had too many regrets. Now, given the chance to live again, she just wanted to make up for othersâ regrets.
"Maybe Iâm just destined to meet my master."
Speaking of destiny, Lin Chuxia thought of todayâs events.
"By the way, I didnât expect to run into an acquaintance today while visiting the patient with Minister Wei."
Qin Yang turned his head and raised an eyebrow at her.
She explained the dayâs events to Qin Yang, finally remarking, "I didnât expect Bai Qifeng and Minister Wei to be old classmates."
As it happened, Bai Qifeng bumped into Sister-in-law Gong, barely recognizing her due to her change. Only after inquiring did he learn that Sister-in-law Gong had such an accomplished traditional Chinese medicine practitioner here, so he wanted the master to check on Ms. Zhuang.
Qin Yang was quite surprised by the identity of the patient, "Turns out sheâs an overseas Chinese."
No wonder Minister Wei got personally involved.
In the current state of the nationâs poverty, he understood the emphasis local governments placed on foreign investment from his position.
Lin Chuxia nodded, "She went abroad because of family matters earlier on, and in the past two years, hearing about the relaxation of domestic policies, the treatment towards them hasnât been... So she thought about returning to take a look. After all, every person away from home probably dreams of returning to their roots. She caught a cold just after returning for the Chinese New Year and fell ill."
She looked at Qin Yang and smiled, "Ms. Zhuangâs arrival is highly valued by Yan Cityâs leadership. Bai Qifeng is in charge of this area and is afraid the God of Wealth might fall ill or leave because of illness."
"Bai Qifeng is that kind of person."
Qin Yang hadnât interacted with Bai Qifeng, but heâd heard plenty about him from his wife.
When he was in Ancheng City, Bai Qifeng also strongly encouraged individual economic development.
His wifeâs individual business could thrive so rapidly, and it was inseparably linked to Bai Qifeng, who used to be the county magistrate of Ancheng County.
Especially when opposing the Old Food Factory, Bai Qifeng stood out and spoke on behalf of Lin Chuxia.
As for later persuading Lin Chuxia to take over the Old Food Factory, in any aspect, he was a leader who could accomplish practical matters.
...............
In the following days, Lin Chuxia would go to Old Sir Heâs place regularly, diligently acting as his little medicine apprentice.
Old Sir He was quite annoyed by her, repeatedly saying she was disturbing his peace and telling her not to come again.
Lin Chuxia knew Old Sir He was worried about her getting tired.
In fact, Lin Chuxia herself, after passing the fourth month, no longer experienced any pregnancy sickness. Aside from her growing belly and her bodyâs increased heaviness, she didnât find anything particularly inconvenient.
Now with the flowers blooming and the snow melted, plus her own good health, she felt that moving around made her body feel even lighter.
Zhuang Yang waited every day for the medicine to be brewed. Over time, he seemed to have become immune to the smell of Chinese medicine.
Occasionally, he would squat nearby, discussing traditional Chinese medicine knowledge with Old Sir He and Lin Chuxia.
It wasnât surprising he was becoming increasingly interested in traditional Chinese medicine; having personally witnessed its wonders.
After one course of treatment, Ms. Zhuangâs mental state improved significantly.
Previously bedridden and relying on a nurseâs help even to get out of bed,
now not only was she able to get up and handle her own daily activities, but she also occasionally ventured out to walk in the courtyard.
After one treatment course, Old Sir He re-examined Ms. Zhuang and adjusted the prescription.
This time, the prescription included more nourishing herbs.
Though mild, these herbs gradually nourished Ms. Zhuangâs long-depleted body, bringing unexpected effects despite their gentle nature.
Combined with Lin Chuxiaâs spiritual spring water, Ms. Zhuangâs condition visibly improved in Zhuang Yangâs eyes.
This day, not only did Zhuang Yang visit, but he also brought Ms. Zhuang along.
Lin Chuxia was in the yard helping Old Sir He plant vegetables. Although she called it helping, most of the work was done by Old Sir He, with her just acting as some sort of good-luck charm.
The herbs were still steeping; it wasnât time yet.
Hearing voices at the gate, she knew Zhuang Yang had arrived and was surprised at how early it was today. Then she saw Ms. Zhuang following him.
Quickly, she stood up and went to greet them, "Ms. Zhuang, what brings you here?"
"Iâve been so bored staying at the guesthouse every day. Seeing the good weather today, I decided to come over with Zhuang Yang. I hope weâre not disturbing you and Old Master?"
Old Sir He was still squatting in the field, planting his beans, evidently undisturbed by their arrival.
In the eyes of Ms. Zhuang and Zhuang Yang, Old Sir He was an eccentric old man, yet they didnât mind at all.
In their understanding, truly skilled people always had unusual tempers.
Ms. Zhuang respectfully stepped forward and politely greeted Old Sir He.