PNB Chapter 561 Aunt, this way please
Chapter 561 Aunt, this way please
The incident happened suddenly. Although Lin Chang'er knew that he was in poor health, she never expected it to be like this.
Fortunately, the old woman doctor said to keep the patient warm and nurtured, as there was still hope.
Without thinking any further, he and Liu Zi mounted their horses one after the other and galloped away.
Although it wasn't a matter of saving a life, the journey back and forth was already long, so Lin Chang'er didn't dare to delay at all. She went straight to the prefectural city, took the token that her cousin had given her, and went directly to the prefectural government office.
It was just around dinner time when Prefect Chen heard that it was his adopted cousin. His uncle had only recently gained a "god-daughter" at his age, so he knew how much he valued her.
In addition, his own illegitimate son Chen Ming has also made a lot of progress under the care of his cousin, and even Chen Zhao, that good-for-nothing second-generation rich kid, has actually been able to run a business independently. All of this is thanks to his cousin.
The gatekeeper relayed the message, and Chen Zhao put down his chopsticks, had someone call him over, and went out to greet him personally.
Upon meeting, he immediately reprimanded the gatekeeper, "You can't even recognize my token? What use are you, you old idiot with failing eyesight?"
Lin Chang'er knew he was trying to save face for her, but the gatekeeper was just following the rules and didn't mistreat her, so she smoothed things over by saying, "Brother, we've been served the best water and tea here. This is my first time requesting an audience through the main gate, so it's understandable that the servants are being cautious since they've never seen this before. Please don't blame me."
Upon hearing her words, Prefect Chen's expression softened, but he remained unfriendly to the gatekeeper, saying, "Look carefully, this is our own young lady. If you try to stop her from entering the mansion again, you can quit your job as gatekeeper."
The old servant at the gatehouse repeatedly replied, "Yes."
Chen Zhao stepped aside to lead the way, "Auntie, this way please."
Lin Chang'er was already used to being promoted in the Chen family's seniority, so she nodded to him as a greeting.
She followed half a step behind Prefect Chen. Prefect Chen had a good impression of this cousin and immediately said, "Little sister, it's rare for you to come to the prefectural city. Whatever it is, I must let your brother treat you well."
Turning to the steward, he instructed, "Go and prepare the west wing for the young mistress..."
"Big brother," Lin Chang'er interrupted him.
Knowing that Prefect Chen wanted to maintain appearances, and of course, that appearances were also due to his acknowledgment of her as his cousin.
But she really didn't have time to stay in the city. "To be honest, I came here to ask for your help."
He immediately pulled out a prescription, saying, "I have an elder in my family who is bedridden, and this prescription has several ingredients that are hard to find in our county, so I've swallowed my pride and come to ask you for help, brother..."
The old woman only mentioned ginseng, but Lin Chang'er later discovered that there were actually several other herbs involved, none of which were commonly found...
While Chen's rise to power was undoubtedly influenced by his family's influence, his ability to remain in this position demonstrates genuine competence.
Having witnessed many major events, he wasn't too surprised. He glanced at the prescription and immediately instructed Chen Zhao, "Zhao'er, go and make a copy of the prescription. Have the physician prepare it immediately, and make extra of the less common ingredients."
"Yes, Father." Chen Zhao, who was unruly outside, was still well-behaved in front of Prefect Chen. He held the prescription with both hands and said, "Son takes his leave."
He then assured Lin Chang'er, "Auntie, rest assured, I will definitely take care of things for you."
"Then I'll have to trouble you." Lin Chang'er didn't stand on ceremony with him.
After Chen Zhao left, Prefect Chen said again, "Little sister, since this is a matter concerning the elders of the family, I won't keep you any longer. But the horse needs to eat grass, right? It's not too much to ask that you have a simple meal with me, is it?"