Chapter 36 - 35: Like a Yuwa

Chapter 36: Chapter 35: Like a Yuwa

Cheng Xianbai’s eyes lit up when he saw Xu Jing, wearing the expression of encountering a savior, "Of course I mentioned it! I even found someone to ask about the channels for acquiring medicinal materials! Miss Xu, considering I’ve done so much, please say a few words in my favor!"

Xu Jing looked at Cheng Qingqing, whose chest was heaving with anger, with amusement and said, "Lady Cheng, I indeed gave your brother some tasks yesterday. Improving medical skills can’t be rushed; it requires long-term dedication."

Xu Jing found one of Cheng Xianbai’s strengths—he knew people from all walks of life, making him the ideal person for networking or gathering information.

Cheng Qingqing was stunned, and her anger quickly disappeared, akin to a fierce tigress suddenly transforming into a gentle kitten. She sighed, "Since Miss Xu said so, fine, I’ll let it slide this time."

Cheng Xianbai: "..."

Darn, is he the girl’s family, or is the woman?

This difference in treatment is too much!

Cheng Qingqing showed no signs of self-reflection as she pushed her brother aside in disdain and asked, "Miss Xu, no need to be so formal, just call me Qingqing. Do you have any specific purpose in finding channels for acquiring medicinal materials?"

Their Xinglin Hall didn’t have a pharmacy, and only needed medicinal materials when their father was making some regular medicines, which could be bought directly from a pharmacy.

However, it was clear Miss Xu was looking for channels to purchase medicinal materials in bulk.

"Then, don’t call me Miss Xu either, just call me Jing."

Xu Jing smiled gently and said, "I’m looking for channels because I’m planning to produce medicines."

Seeing the Cheng Brothers and Sisters’ eyes widen instantly, she added, "Not for treatment purposes, but for sale."

Cheng Xianbai immediately said, "You know how to make medicine? But... but, common medicines are sold in major pharmacies, and if it’s special medicine for a specific disease, not many people will buy it!"

After all, everyone has different ailments, and the medicine needed varies too!

Judging by Miss Xu’s intentions, she didn’t seem to be planning to produce many varieties of medicines; with just seven days, she couldn’t make many kinds anyway!

"Don’t worry, I have a plan. I’ll tell you the medicinal materials needed and the quantities of each, see if you can get them all by tomorrow."

Cheng Xianbai wanted to say something when Cheng Qingqing glanced at him and said, "Miss Xu must have her reasons, why do you talk so much?"

Cheng Xianbai: "..."

It’s overturned, completely overturned!

Fine, he won’t say anything, he’ll just watch to see how much her medicine sells!

If it sells for even one hundred cents, he’ll read his own name backward!

Xu Jing looked at Cheng Qingqing amusingly, still not understanding why this young girl trusted her so much.

Before discussing matters with Cheng Xianbai, she sent Chunxiang out to buy some household essentials for their new home.

Primarily because staying there, Chunxiang couldn’t be of much help, and occupied space.

Cheng Xianbai, having recognized his position in the shop, slumped his shoulders and went out to make purchases after Xu Jing finished speaking.

Seeing it was still early, Xu Jing pondered whether to wait in Xinglin Hall for Chunxiang or take a stroll herself when Cheng Qingqing hesitantly asked, "Jing sister, that child... is he someone you know?"

Initially, Xu Jing asked her to call her Jing, but Cheng Qingqing was unwilling, and eventually settled on calling her Jing sister.

Upon hearing Cheng Qingqing’s words, Xu Jing was slightly startled and instinctively turned her head, spotting a small head peeking timidly around the clinic door.

That small head belonged to none other than the little kid she had met just the day before!

However, the moment the little kid’s eyes met hers, he immediately shrank back as if frightened.

Xu Jing: "..."

Was she really that scary?!

Moreover, how did this little kid end up here?

Could he be lost again?

Cheng Qingqing noticed it too, hesitantly asking, "Did we frighten him?"

Xu Jing wasn’t sure how to respond.

That’s the question she wanted to know the answer to!

Concerned about the child, Cheng Qingqing grabbed a bag of candied fruits she was nibbling on from the counter and headed outside. Seeing the little kid still there, she chuckled, "Oh, little one, are you lost from your family? It’s dangerous being alone outside; would you like to come in...? Hey! Where are you going!"

Upon hearing Cheng Qingqing’s slightly frantic voice, Xu Jing frowned and followed outside, just in time to see the little figure duck into a nearby alley.

Cheng Qingqing was dumbfounded, looking at Xu Jing in self-doubt, "Jing sister, are we really that scary? Why does the child look like a mouse seeing a cat?"

Xu Jing pursed her lips, remaining silent.

She remembered that alley led to a dead end.

She sighed quietly, "I’ll take a look. That kid’s parents are likely my neighbors."

Cheng Qingqing was startled and quickly followed when she saw Xu Jing heading forward.

The alley was small, and in just a few steps, they reached a wall.

Xu Jing easily found the little figure—huddled in the corner of the alley, holding his knees with a lost and helpless expression.

Previously, he always peeked at her from behind the wall, allowing Xu Jing only a view of half his face. Now, seeing his entire face, she was amazed.

What a delicate and adorable child!

A white face, still round with baby fat, held two eyes like black glass beads, a nose small yet prominently pretty, lips red and teeth white, each feature seemed like a carefully sculpted jade doll by the heavens, inspiring affection instantly.

This evidently well-nurtured child had such an odd demeanor?

The little boy seemed surprised to see Xu Jing, slowly raising his eyes to look at her for a moment before averting them again.

Xu Jing cautiously crouched before him, seeing his reluctance to look at her, feeling a bit helpless, "Little one, where are your parents? Why are you here?"

The child remained silent.

The atmosphere grew slightly awkward.

Suddenly, Cheng Qingqing seemed to remember something, hurriedly handing the bag of candied fruits to Xu Jing, motioning with her eyes to try using them to win him over.

Raising her brows slightly, Xu Jing picked a small piece of preserved peach from the bag, offering it to the child with a warm smile, "Would you like some? If you eat it, could you tell me where your family is?"

Seeing the piece of preserved peach in front of him, Xiao Huai’an hesitated for a moment.

His Mom had never given him any snacks before.

She didn’t like him eating snacks either, saying he would mess things up and make them dirty.

Xiao Huai’an’s eyes turned red.

Xu Jing was taken aback by his reaction.

Was he touched to the point of tears?

All because of a piece of preserved peach?

Might his family not treat him well, causing him to be nervous and scared when meeting strangers, and his eyes well up with tears over a piece of preserved peach?

Frowning slightly, she heard the little doll softly say, "I thought you didn’t like me..."

The child’s voice was tender and soft like a kitten’s mewl, with a hint of grievance.

Somewhere deep in Xu Jing’s heart felt gently nudged, her voice turned even softer, "How could that be, if I didn’t like you I wouldn’t chase after you, nor offer you preserved peach candy.

The ground is cold, would you like to stand up?"

The little boy seemed to think for a moment, finally standing up, his dark eyes no longer shifting away from Xu Jing.

As if exploring whether Xu Jing’s words were genuine.

Observing this, Cheng Qingqing’s eyes sparkled with excitement.

Indeed, it’s the captivating appeal of her favorite Huachun Garden’s preserved peaches, irresistible to any child!

Relieved that the child no longer seemed to shy away from her, Xu Jing smiled softly, "Little one, what’s your name and where do you live?"

Looking up at the gentle smile on the woman’s face, Xiao Huai’an couldn’t help feeling emotional, his small mouth quivering as he replied, "Chang Xiao."

Chang Xiao? Is that his name?

After saying these two words, he refused to answer further questions, his eyes growing redder, solidifying Xu Jing’s belief that the child must be suffering mistreatment at home.

He appeared well-cared-for, yet there’s a kind of abuse known as cold violence.

Silently furrowing her brow, she extended her hand to him warmly, "Chang Xiao, it’s dangerous for a little one to be outside alone. How about coming to our clinic for a bit?"

She’s fairly certain his home is near her new place and plans to bring him back when she returns.

Regarding his family situation, Xu Jing isn’t sure how to assist but intends to subtly inquire from his parents later.