amaotonovel Chapter 305 The Luo Sisters' Story Ends, Grandmaster's Free Clinic Begins
Chapter 305 The Luo Sisters' Story Ends, Grandmaster's Free Clinic Begins
This angry shout suddenly silenced the people nearby.
Among the crowd were many relatives of high-ranking officials, and many people recognized Madam Luo. The onlookers all took a step back without making a sound, clearing a path for Madam Luo to enter the courtyard.
Madam Luo's face was dark as she walked into the courtyard step by step, followed by two maids.
Looking at the huge crowd in front of her, Madam Ren felt bored and turned to lead her granddaughter and grandson back into the house.
As for how things were handled afterwards, Wenwen didn't inquire about it.
In the end, the Luo sisters learned their lesson. Luo Da, on the other hand, shot himself in the foot; he played with hawks all day and got pecked in the eye by one.
Because of this incident at the temple, the Zen lecture scheduled for that day was cancelled.
However, those who came to the temple that day to listen to Zen teachings, burn incense and worship Buddha, or enjoy the flowers and sights all said that their trip was worthwhile.
The experience is something only you can truly understand.
Although the Luo family had a concubine and the court had influential figures, this could not stop the people from talking, nor could it limit the spread of rumors by those who were fond of gossip.
In a single day, the legends about the Luo family's young ladies spread like wildfire, reaching every street corner and even the smallest rural courtyards. As the saying goes, good news doesn't travel far, but bad news travels a thousand miles.
The next morning, without the nagging of Madam Luo, Madam Ren spent the morning listening to Zen teachings in Room Number Two with the children.
In the afternoon, everyone leisurely revisited the peach orchard.
Thus, the temple tour in the outskirts of Beijing came to an end.
Everyone packed their things and returned to the Ren residence before sunset.
The Ren family residence has been remarkably quiet these past few days. Just think about it, with three sick people in the house, who would dare to make noise? Who would dare to laugh out loud and invite criticism from outsiders?
So, as soon as everyone stepped into the house, their joy vanished instantly, and they quietly went back to their own rooms. This scene left Old Madam Ren feeling uneasy.
The idea of leaving the capital quickly took root in the old lady's heart. It was fine before she didn't have this expectation, but once she had hope, she wanted to realize it as soon as possible so that she could live a different life. This is only human nature.
After dinner, the elderly couple, Ren Zuan and his wife, Ren Zihao and Ren Zixin, and Wenwen gathered in the study in the outer courtyard.
Ren Zu'an asked Madam Ren, "Madam, has the matter at the temple been resolved?"
Madam Ren said, "Yes, it's resolved."
Ren Zihao: "Dad, I heard all the rumors going around the streets today, it's unbearable to listen to."
Ren Zixin: "Dad, you didn't hear it. Those people talked as if they had seen it with their own eyes. They all spoke so eloquently and confidently. They were practically crawling under people's beds."
Ren Zuan glanced silently at Ren Zixin, reminding him that there was still a child sitting there.
Ren Zixin touched his nose and shut up, but Old Madam Ren changed the subject.
"Tomorrow, the Grandmaster of Medicine King Valley will begin providing free medical consultations at the temple. What are the plans, sir?"
This is the most important event in the family.
Wen Chengjian had previously told his grandmaster and Ye Jingchuan about his three cousins. His grandmaster suggested that they move to the temple for a few days so he could diagnose them and try to treat them as soon as possible, which would be good for everyone.
Wenwen timidly raised her little hand, and the Ren family members all laughed when they saw it.
Ren Zuan: "Wen'er, just say what you want to say. There is freedom of speech here."
Wenwen: "Yes, I will listen to my grandfather. My eldest brother spoke to our grandmaster yesterday. Our grandmaster said that we should first send my cousins to the temple for a diagnosis, and then treat them as soon as possible so that they can suffer less."
With tears welling up in her eyes, Madam Ren said, "Good, good, good."
These past few days they've only been able to catch a glimpse of their grandmaster from afar, so the Ren family hasn't actually met with him yet, and Old Madam Ren had no way of knowing his grandmaster's intentions. Now that Wenwen has spoken, everyone's hearts are finally at ease.
The next day, as soon as the news of the master's free medical consultations spread at the temples on the outskirts of Beijing, people in need went to the temples again.
Because the master only stays at the temple for ten days and said he would not visit patients in person, all patients in need, whether they are high-ranking officials, wealthy gentry, or local gentry, have to queue up and get a number.
Early in the morning, as soon as the city gates opened, many carriages and horses left the city and headed straight for the temple.
The Ren family was no exception. Today, Ren Zihao and Ren Zixin rode out of the city on horseback, riding the two cool horses that Wenwen kept in her space.
The two horses left the city gate and galloped ahead of the others, truly taking the lead. When they arrived at the temple, they obtained the number one ticket for the afternoon.
There was no other way; the villagers from the surrounding area who lived near the temple arrived even earlier.
When Ren Zihao and Ren Zixin returned home, all the family's belongings had been packed up, including the bedding, clothing, and other daily necessities for the three patients.
Ren Zihao led the group of servants who accompanied him, and Wen Chengjian was there to meet them wherever they went.
Within a morning, everyone knew that the Ren family was going to seek treatment from their grandmaster. However, this wasn't big news. The injuries to the young masters of the Ren family hadn't been recent, so the news only caused a brief moment of sighing before fading away. Compared to the explosive news about the Luo sisters, this news only lasted for the time it takes to eat a meal. The Luo sisters' story was far more eye-catching.
Several patients passed away from our family all at once, and everyone was a little unaccustomed to it.
Especially Zhang and Xu, since their son's accident, they have tried their best to personally prepare medicine and take care of the family members every day without slacking off for a single day. Now, looking at the empty courtyard and the medicine pot placed in the corner of the room, they suddenly felt a sense of emptiness in their hearts, a kind of indescribable bewilderment and expectation.
The women of the Ren family gathered in the old lady's courtyard. The old lady looked at her daughters-in-law, granddaughters-in-law, and grandchildren sitting at the lower end of the table. Seeing their hesitant expressions, she smiled and said, "What's wrong with everyone? It's a good thing that someone is willing to treat them. Don't be discouraged. We can go to the mountain to see them when we have some free time tomorrow."
Holding the child, Miao Fanglu hesitated and said, "Grandmother, I have nothing to do at home, can I go and take care of Jinping?"
There are many men in the temple, and it is not appropriate for women to stay there for a long time. Besides, this is for medical treatment, not for sightseeing or staying for a few days. However, Madam Ren did not say it was hopeless, so we should give everyone hope.
She looked at Miao Fanglu, this granddaughter-in-law was a woman with a hard life. She lost her mother at a young age and had a very difficult life under her stepmother. Fortunately, this girl was shrewd and knew how to hide her talents, so she was able to grow up safely. Ren Jinping and he were betrothed since childhood and were considered a perfect couple. The fact that she could stay by his side was enough to make Old Madam Ren feel gratified.
The old lady neither refused nor agreed outright, but instead brought up another matter.
"In a few days, I'm going to stay at a mountain villa near Zhoujia Village for a few days. Who among you would like to come with me?"
Hmm, is it really appropriate to go to the resort at this critical juncture?
None of the women dared to speak; they looked at each other, none of them understanding what the old lady meant.
Only Xiao Jinning clapped her hands in delight, "Me, me, Grandma, I..."
Before he could finish speaking, a loud cry of a child rang out in the room.
"Wow--"
The little Ren Yuhong, who was in Miao Fanglu's arms, suddenly burst into tears.