Outrageous remarks

Compared to the physical condition of Zheng Wukong and others, Wei Shao'er does not need to use crutches at the moment.

Perhaps because he had recently taken Qi and Blood medicine, Wei Shao'er was in excellent condition, and his walking was not slow at all, making him look no different from an ordinary person.

Zhang Xuezhou waited at the Pingyang Marquis's residence until evening and also saw the case of the person who had swallowed the gourd pill.

"Martial artists have stronger Qi and Blood, so they seem to suffer less from the effects!"

When children with disabilities seek medical treatment, they should not choose self-treatment; the treatment plan adopted is to nourish and strengthen their bodies.

Zheng Wukong and his companions, on the other hand, sought out like-minded individuals within the territory of the Great Han Dynasty, employing various professional methods to treat their bodies.

However, the latter's physical condition is far inferior to Wei Shao'er's at present, and this comparison can undoubtedly guide the direction of research.

Seeing that Wei Shao'er had a rosy complexion and was healthy, Zhang Xuezhou even considered taking some supplements to prevent any potential health problems.

"My third sister said that a courtier surnamed Dongfang made a proposal, which allowed me and my sick son to visit Shufang. Thank you for your help!"

Wei Shao'er was extremely happy to see Zhang Xuezhou.

Chen Zhang found a job in the palace, which was enough to support his family, but it wasn't enough to allow Wei Shao'er to buy expensive health supplements from time to time.

Wei Shao'er had been extremely poor for the past few years. She never thought that she would be able to turn her life around one day. With the guidance of Wei Zifu after entering the palace, Wei Shao'er has been singing newly composed lyrics in Si Lan Fang these days, which has earned her considerable fame and a lot of money.

Wei Shao'er was not afraid of competition, after all, she could sing more than one song at Wei Zifu's place.

When the income from her old songs decreases, there's a high probability that she'll repeat what she's done before when she sings new songs, and there might even be more people coming to see her because of her reputation.

Her high income was due to her own hard work, Wei Zifu's generous teaching of music, Wei Zifu's advice on making profits, and the support of the Marquis of Pingyang's family. But all of this was also inseparable from Zhang Xuezhou's matchmaking.

If any one element were missing, Wei Shao'er would hardly have achieved its current success.

Wei Shao'er thanked him politely, and even took out all the money he had earned that day as a token of his gratitude.

You don't need to be so polite!

Zhang Xuezhou waved his hand; even if he were short of money, he wouldn't come to collect such a reward from Wei Shao'er.

"I've come today to tell you some good news," Zhang Xuezhou said.

"Good news?" Wei Shao'er asked doubtfully.

"Your condition is not an isolated case," Zhang Xuezhou said. "Renowned doctors are already investigating it!"

"Really?" Wei Shao'er asked with surprise and delight, "Then can my illness be cured?"

"I can't give a definite answer right now," Zhang Xuezhou waved his hand and said, "But if they can't cure it, there aren't many others who can!"

Zhang Xuezhou's news surprised and delighted Wei Shao'er, who felt that when she had nowhere else to go, she finally had another direction.

Compared to the methods she used to prolong her life, the doctor's role was clearly more significant.

Even if it can only suppress or slow down the progression of the disease, it would be a great thing for her.

"Mother, who is this famous doctor you're talking about?"

"He's a very capable old doctor!"

"This Dongfang Gao also introduced me to a guy named Kong Anguo today. Is he a professional at introducing people?"

"His name isn't Dongfang Gao..."

Zhang Xuezhou was satisfied to learn about Wei Shao'er's situation, and Wei Shao'er was also extremely happy. Huo Qubing, on the other hand, was also very happy because he hadn't been beaten that day.

"The Marquis is here. Sick boy, hurry up and wash yourself clean. Your godfather doesn't like dirty children!"

It wasn't convenient for Zhang Xuezhou to come to the Imperial City. He met Wei Shao'er quite late and planned to stay overnight at the Marquis of Pingyang's residence.

As the hour of Si (9-11 AM) approached, the group gathered to eat dinner. Wei Qing was seen rushing in and out, and he brought up Huo Qubing again, who was not eating properly.

"Uncle, this runny nose is a problem caused by washing my nose with cold water!"

Huo Qubing struggled a few times, then was led away by Wei Qing.

"A real man can improve his health by taking a cold shower!"

Wei Qing muttered a few words, while Wei Shao'er looked embarrassed.

The fact that they had been living in the Pingyang Marquis's residence for several years was not due to Wei Qing or Wei Shao'er's efforts, but rather to Huo Qubing's efforts in ensuring their comfortable living conditions.

As long as Marquis Pingyang is happy to see Huo Qubing, they can settle down in Marquis Pingyang's residence. It would be normal for them to clean up Huo Qubing's name and curry favor with Marquis Pingyang.

Normally, when there are few people around, it's fine, but now that Zhang Xuezhou has seen him, Wei Shao'er feels a little embarrassed.

"If my son were favored by the Marquis, I'd be overjoyed!"

Zhang Xuezhou offered a word of comfort, which greatly improved Wei Shao'er's complexion, relieving the embarrassment of having "eaten Chen's Palm and then Huo Qubing's."

"Only after marriage and having children can one be legitimate. I wonder when Lord Dongfang will get married, and whether he has a woman he fancy?" Wei Shao'er asked.

"I used to have these kinds of headaches too," Zhang Xuezhou, shaking his head.

"Looks like your headache isn't bothering you right now?" Wei Shao'er asked.

"No headache," Zhang Xuezhou nodded. "When the King of Huainan's Household treated my illness, they gave me a wife as a companion, and also a child. I'll be able to meet her in ten months!"

"They even give away their children for medical treatment?"

Wei Shao'er was greatly surprised, finding Zhang Xuezhou's experiences unbelievable.

Just as she was about to ask a few more questions, she heard someone in the distance call out, "The Marquis has arrived!" This made her stop talking, quickly stand up, and go out to greet him.

"Is His Majesty leaving the palace so late?"

Zhang Xuezhou also got up and went out the door.

He had only been standing at the door for a few seconds when the new emperor, dressed in brocade robes, strode in, while Li Guang followed ten paces away as always.

Compared to the past when the new emperor had few companions, this time he was accompanied by Sang Hongyang and Han Yan.

You're here too?

Upon seeing Zhang Xuezhou, who was obediently waiting at the door to pay his respects, the new emperor couldn't help but glance at him, and was slightly surprised.

"It's quite a long way from my residence to the palace, so I plan to stay here for the night and go to the palace to see His Majesty tomorrow morning," Zhang Xuezhou said, bowing.

"Well, you've certainly chosen a good place to stay!"

The new emperor nodded at Zhang Xuezhou, then scratched his head.

He had intended to see Huo Qubing, such a well-behaved, intelligent, and adorable child, to soothe his conscience, but he unexpectedly bumped into Zhang Xuezhou, which left him with complex and indescribable emotions.

He nodded hastily and stepped into the side room first.

Where is the sick child?

When the new emperor asked Wei Shao'er a question, Zhang Xuezhou winked at Sang Hongyang in greeting, and then nodded to Han Yan.

The three exchanged glances.

As close advisors to the new emperor, none of them held high positions or represented any faction in the court, and they got along extremely well.

Wei Qing, Zhang Xuezhou, and others, as the first of the younger generation to be promoted, are admired by many young people and are often used as role models.

If people want to communicate, there are many things they can talk about.

"Brother Dongfang, you have truly accomplished a great feat in the imperial court," Sang Hongyang said in a low voice.

"You're really bold," Han Yan nodded.

Upon seeing Wei Qing and Huo Qubing arrive in a hurry, the new emperor's expression relaxed upon seeing Huo Qubing, and the group no longer relied on eye contact and gestures to communicate, but instead added words.

"Don't scare me," Zhang Xuezhou waved his hand and said, "I rarely go to the imperial court, maybe once a year, and I've never done any work!"

"You sent someone with tens of thousands of words of remonstrance on bamboo slips, and the clerk who delivered them simply recited it according to regulations, causing an uproar in the court," Sang Hongyang said. "This person under your command is quite capable; he was able to read the entire remonstrance, tens of thousands of words, on your behalf!"

"My subordinates..."

Zhang Xuezhou had just been thinking about the minor official under his command whom he barely remembered when Han Yan pointed to the new emperor inside the hall.

"The harem is in an uproar over this matter. His Majesty has been staying away from the palace these past few days to avoid trouble. Be careful not to anger him!"

Han Yan glanced at Zhang Xuezhou and realized that although Zhang Xuezhou was not in court, he was doing a lot of things there.

Zhang Xuezhou's outrageous remarks not only caused an uproar in the court, sparking heated discussions, but also created problems in the new emperor's harem because of his advice.