Chapter 56 - 55: Ancient Idol-Chasing Scene (Part 1)

Chapter 56: Chapter 55: Ancient Idol-Chasing Scene (Part 1)

Upon hearing this, Xu Jing couldn’t help but straighten up and look toward the direction of the voice. When she saw the handsome man in a moon-white cross-collar long-sleeved robe following behind Chen Hu and the others, she realized she hadn’t heard it wrong.

Why did Xiao Yi come too?

She had anticipated that the process of launching the new medicine wouldn’t be smooth, so she had previously asked Xiao Yi to send a few people from the county government to act as supporters, making it easier for the public to trust their new medicine.

After all, since ancient times, public officials carried an inherent authority that commanded respect from the common people. Their words were more convincing than those of ordinary people.

However, the quality of the county government bailiffs varied, and Xu Jing only knew Chen Hu well. Finding people to act as supporters was ultimately a delicate matter. Xu Jing needed to find trustworthy people with a tight lip, individuals who generally had good character and decent reputations among the people, which would make their words carry more weight.

Therefore, Xu Jing specifically asked Xiao Yi to help her find a few trustworthy bailiffs.

To her surprise, Xiao Yi actually came in person!

Tsk tsk, it seems this man is really going all out to avoid owing her a favor.

Xu Jing’s attention was drawn to Chen Hu and the others, and she didn’t notice for a moment that the little one by her side had hidden behind her with a slight change in expression after seeing a certain tall and handsome man. Two small hands were clutching her skirt tightly, as if that would make them invisible.

In addition to Xiao Yi, there were two other men with Chen Hu whom Xu Jing didn’t recognize well.

Since the county government bailiffs often patrolled the county, some villagers soon recognized them and said in surprise:

"Isn’t that Mr. Chen? I can’t believe Mr. Chen is here to buy medicine! Mr. Chen is such a good man; when some ruffians kept causing trouble at our shop, it was Mr. Chen who scared them away! If Mr. Chen says this medicine is good, it must be good!"

"Lord Meng, you’re here too? Oh my, the other day, you helped me retrieve my purse that was stolen by robbers. I haven’t had a chance to thank you yet!"

"Even Vice Minister Xiao is here to buy medicine! Who said those praising the medicine were just doing it as a favor? What kind of deity can invite Vice Minister Xiao as a supporter! Vice Minister Xiao is a nobleman from the capital, what good things hasn’t he seen? If he says it’s good, then it must be good!"

Their appearance was like a stabilizing force in a raging Eastern Sea, instantly reversing the situation. Many villagers who were originally hesitant immediately shed their doubts, and those who had been questioning them moments before looked embarrassed and fell silent.

Cheng Qingqing and Cheng Xianbai were initially shocked by the appearance of these distinguished guests, but seeing the sudden change in the situation, they couldn’t help but smile, forgetting their initial surprise.

Cheng Xianbai suddenly remembered that Miss Xu seemed to have connections with these county officials. Could it be that Miss Xu actually invited them over?

Did Miss Xu foresee that today’s events would happen?

He looked at the woman beside him as if seeing a marvel.

If he had any reluctance to follow the orders of a woman before, he was now entirely convinced and impressed.

How could Miss Xu be an ordinary woman? She was a shining opportunity!

Previously, he was not only blind but also heart-blind!

Xu Jing remained calm from beginning to end, only showing a moment of surprise when she heard Xiao Yi had come, as if nothing happening around her could affect her.

She turned to Chen Hu and the group, slowly saluted, and said, "This common woman greets Vice Minister Xiao and all the officials. It’s just a shame that today’s medicine is all sold out. If Vice Minister Xiao and all the officials want it, please come back early tomorrow."

Her demeanor suggested that when it came to buying medicine, everyone was equal, and even the Heavenly Emperor would have to queue up.

These words struck a chord with the villagers, and many couldn’t help but tease Chen Hu and the others.

"Oh, it seems our Divine Doctor Xu is not afraid of authority. Truly has the demeanor of a divine doctor! Dear officials, I want the medicine too, and I won’t give an inch tomorrow!"

"Dear officials, please forgive me, I’m also under command to ensure I buy the medicine to bring back, so I won’t stand on ceremony either!"

Aside from Chen Hu, who had been protecting Xu Jing in the dark, the other bailiffs couldn’t help but be a little surprised.

They had heard of the miraculous medicine before coming but only now truly appreciated its power, their expressions reflecting a deeper and more genuine interest.

It seemed they would be at a loss if they didn’t come early tomorrow to seize it!

Chen Hu got into character, and upon hearing the crowd around him, he immediately put on a long face and said, "Oh dear, it seems I must wake up early tomorrow, or else if I don’t get the medicine, my wife will skin me alive!

Vice Minister Xiao, it’s all because I failed to gather proper information, making you come all this way for nothing."

The man who had remained silent looked at the woman not far away, and when he saw the little hand clutching her skirt, his gaze paused for a moment, and he said lightly, "It’s no matter. In front of the doctor, I’m just an ordinary patient. Whether it’s seeing a doctor or getting medicine, we must all follow the doctor’s rules."

Xiao Yi’s words left the villagers around both surprised and intrigued, and they began to murmur among themselves.

Our small county had no secrets. On the day County Magistrate Sun was dismissed, they learned that their Anping County would temporarily be overseen by this nobleman from the Western Capital. In their eyes, such a nobleman was above them, consuming Immortal Herbs and Jade Dew, belonging to a different world altogether.

But who would have thought, such a nobleman could fall ill too, and would personally come to buy medicine, without any airs, claiming to follow the same rules as ordinary folks!

For a moment, Xiao Yi’s image became more approachable in their eyes. Even some women who previously dared not look directly at Xiao Yi blushed and stole glances at him, with a few bold ones even secretly tossing their handkerchiefs toward him.

Xu Jing: "..."

Who said ancient women were reserved?

But even in modern times, this man would be a shining eligible bachelor, so naturally, it was normal for girls to like him.

Xu Jing couldn’t help but raise her eyebrows, watching the scene with some interest.

When those handkerchiefs, still rich with fragrance, were tossed toward Xiao Yi, he was momentarily stunned, furrowing his brow subconsciously.

However, when his eyes swept casually forward and caught the teasing and spectating look of the woman not far away, he paused, feeling a strange weight settle in his heart, a bit heavy and stifled.

Could it be he was really getting overheated?

Suddenly losing all will to stay, as if he didn’t see the handkerchiefs on the ground, he turned and said lightly, "I’ll take my leave now."

Then, under the eyes of the admiring and reluctant crowd, he strode away.

Xu Jing did not expect this "ancient fan encounter" scene to end so quickly, feeling a slight regret, then looked at the people still gathered in front of the medical hall and smiled faintly, "Tomorrow, our medicine sales and free clinic will start punctually at 7 a.m.

The medicine my master developed, named Atractylodes Qi Pill, can be used to relieve the exterior and transform dampness, regulate Qi, and harmonize the middle.

However, no medicine should be taken randomly. Those wanting to purchase must come in person, and only after being diagnosed by the doctors of Xinglin Hall will the medicine be prescribed. If you don’t get the medicine, please don’t worry; we will have more in a few days.

Our free clinic at Xinglin Hall has ended for today, so please everyone, go home."

For simple consultations like these, Cheng Qingqing and Cheng Xianbai could handle them. It wouldn’t delay her tasks.

Atractylodes Qi Pill is considered a relatively simple traditional Chinese medicine to make, so Xu Jing and her team had a smooth production process, just that the time was still too short, and they didn’t produce much medicine.

After finishing speaking, she turned to return inside the medical hall but suddenly felt a tug on her skirt and realized she might have forgotten a certain little one.

Xu Jing quickly looked behind her and saw the little one holding her skirt tightly with one small hand, their face a bit low, their neat, shell-like white teeth gently biting their lower lip in a conflicted and anxious manner.