Chapter 150 I really didn't poison it!

Chapter 150 I really didn't poison it!

Jiang Yutang blushed slightly after her secret was exposed, made a face at him, stuffed the peeled apple into Xiaoxiao's hands, and shook her head and acted spoiled.

"I don't care, I'm going tomorrow!"

The next day, just as dawn was breaking, Jiang Yutang arrived at the clinic, leaning on his cane.

She walked to the medicine cabinet with practiced ease and searched for medicinal herbs. Just as she picked up an astragalus root, she heard Doctor Xu's voice behind her.

"What are you looking for so early in the morning?"

"Good morning, Dr. Xu!" Jiang Yutang turned around and smiled. "My second brother and the others have been busy reclaiming wasteland lately, and they're almost worn out. I thought I'd cook some nourishing soup and send it to them to show my appreciation."

Doctor Xu put down his medicine box and strode forward: "It just so happens that I'm not making house calls today, so let me help you. The proportions of these herbs need to be carefully considered; too much can be harmful."

"Oh! Thank you, Dr. Xu!"

As Dr. Xu spoke, he opened the medicine cabinet drawer and skillfully took out medicinal herbs such as ginseng and angelica.

As she pulled open the bottom drawer, her hand suddenly paused. She looked up at Jiang Yutang and casually asked, "Shouldn't we also prepare a portion of this medicine for General Cheng?"

Jiang Yutang chuckled and nodded obediently.

Doctor Xu smiled and took out two earthenware pots from the corner of the cabinet, putting different medicinal herbs into each.

Half an hour later, two warm bowls of herbal medicine were placed into a food box.

Doctor Xu pointed to the top of the food box: "This cup is for your second brother, mainly to replenish his qi, blood, essence, and spirit."

He then pointed to the lower level: "This cup is for General Cheng. This recipe can nourish your qi and improve your physical fitness, and it can also..."

She smiled mysteriously and handed the food box to Jiang Yutang: "Anyway, it's good stuff."

"Thank you, Dr. Xu!" Jiang Yutang took the food box and placed it on the table, tidied her clothes, and looked ready to see her sweetheart.

Doctor Xu smiled and urged her, "The road over there is difficult to walk on, remember to have the soldiers escort you to the camp entrance."

"Okay, I know!" Jiang Yutang picked up the food box, leaning on her cane but walking briskly. "I'll be right back after I deliver it!"

Upon arriving at the city wall, the soldiers guarding the gate immediately stopped her. Fortunately, she was prepared and took out the token given to her by Cheng Lanzhou from her sleeve.

The soldier took it and saw that the back was engraved with his military rank insignia. He looked her over a few more times, his eyes filled with a hint of inquiry. He handed the wooden plaque back with both hands and respectfully stepped aside to let her pass.

After thanking him, Jiang Yutang carried the food box and asked around, eventually finding Jiang Jiuzhe's house after several detours.

The room was empty, with documents and maps piled on the table, and muddy footprints on the floor, obviously brought back from surveying the fields.

Since we couldn't find anyone, we had to go outside and look around.

As soon as she stepped out of the house, she felt a breeze carrying the fresh scent of earth, and the warm winter sun shone on her, making her feel relaxed and happy.

This must be a good place. If Danzhou can be well managed, it will surely flourish in the future.

Jiang Yutang followed the directions and saw four people wearing straw hats standing on the slope, gesturing at something.

One of them was exceptionally tall and imposing, with his sleeves rolled up halfway, revealing well-defined, muscular arms that gleamed a healthy tan in the sunlight.

Without a doubt, this must be Cheng Lanzhou.

Overjoyed, she grabbed the food box and practically ran, calling out in her clear voice, "Lanzhou! Second Brother!"

The four of them turned around at the sound, and Jiang Yutang almost burst out laughing when she saw what the two looked like.

Jiang Jiuze, who was always refined and cultured, now had his straw hat askew on his head, and his cheeks and nose were covered with several clumps of mud, making him look like a wealthy young master who had been temporarily dragged to plow the fields.

On Cheng Lanzhou's handsome and deep-set face, the large straw hat looked particularly out of place, covering half of his face. He didn't look like a general, but rather like a bandit.

"Little sister? What are you doing here?" Jiang Jiuzhe walked forward in surprise.

Cheng Lanzhou was faster than him. He strode up to Jiang Yutang, quickly took off his straw hat, and then placed it firmly on her face.

He took the food box from her hand with a natural and smooth motion: "Your leg is injured, how did you get here?"

Jiang Yutang raised her hand to adjust her straw hat, her eyes under the brim smiling like a pool of autumn water as she looked up at him.

“I’m here to bring you some tonics. My brother said yesterday that you all look pale and sickly these days.”

She winked at Cheng Lanzhou, her tone playful: "Don't worry, I brought you some too."

A smile instantly appeared in Cheng Lanzhou's eyes, and she spoke in an exceptionally gentle voice: "You're so thoughtful."

He opened the food box, and two dark, thick medicinal soups emitted a rich, mellow aroma.

Jiang Yutang took them out and handed them to the two men, then turned to the other two accompanying officials and smiled apologetically.

"I'm sorry, I came in a hurry this time and only brought two portions. Next time I will definitely prepare more and bring one portion for both of you."

"You're too kind, young lady!" The two quickly waved their hands, their faces full of flattery.

Cheng Lanzhou picked up his medicine bowl, tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp without saying a word, without even frowning.

Jiang Jiuzhe took a sip, his brows furrowing instantly, but he still forced a smile and praised, "This medicine is good! Just one sip and I feel like I have strength all over my body."

Cheng Lanzhou nodded in agreement: "Yes, it warms me up quite a bit after drinking it."

"That's good." Jiang Yutang smiled especially sweetly.

She took the empty medicine cups from the two of them and put them into the food box: "I should go back now. Remember to eat on time."

Cheng Lanzhou looked at her with an exceptionally serious expression: "I'll go back to see you tonight."

It was just a simple sentence, but to Jiang Yutang it sounded like a love confession. Her cheeks flushed slightly, and she took off her straw hat and returned it to him.

She carried the food box and slowly walked back, leaning on her cane.

After returning to her tent at the end of the day, Jiang Yutang became increasingly anxious.

She first carefully washed and groomed herself, then found a clean, plain-colored dress to change into, and even made sure to comb her hair, which she usually wore casually, neatly.

As night fell, the solar-powered lights outside the tent emitted a warm yellow glow.

Jiang Yutang sat at the table with her knees drawn up to her chest, but kept a close eye on the sounds outside the tent.

She never imagined that just waiting for one person could make this long night so full of anticipation.

When Jiang Jiuzhe returned late at night, he was slightly taken aback to see her still sitting at the table waiting.

"Why aren't you resting yet? Are you waiting for Lan Zhou?"

Jiang Yutang unconsciously turned her lips down and nodded slightly.

Jiang Jiuzhe looked at her, seemingly wanting to say something but unable to, then sat down at the table and sighed softly, "He seems to be feeling unwell today, maybe he's going to rest, so don't wait up for him."

"He's not feeling well?" Jiang Yutang's eyes widened. "What's wrong with him?"

"Shortly after you left, he took off his outer garment, and soon his face turned red and he started bleeding from his nose. The other two officials even thought you had poisoned his medicine."

Jiang Yutang was startled and frantically waved her hands, explaining, "I didn't poison it! I really didn't!"

She just got married and hasn't even had a couple of days of happiness together yet, how could she be in such a hurry to become a widow!

Jiang Jiuzhe chuckled and patted her shoulder: "Just kidding. Those two will naturally put their worries aside once they find out you are his wife."

"Sigh!" Jiang Yutang wiped away imaginary sweat. "Has he come back yet?"

"Yes, I came back a little late. I just saw him carrying a wooden bucket to the well to fetch water."

Without saying a word, Jiang Yutang picked up her cane from the table and walked outside: "I'm worried, I'm going to take a look."