Chapter 258: 257: Involved with Karma

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Chapter 258: Chapter 257: Involved with Karma Stitching wounds was hardly a rare task for Qin Liuxi. Just before she arrived, on the day when the Grandmaster performed the Enlightenment ritual, she had stitched up a Scholar, her movements skilled and adept. Yet the little girl before her was hundreds of times luckier than that Scholar—not only did she not feel any pain, but she was also oblivious to the happenings on her body, and the other party’s movements were exceptionally light and delicate. Doctor Du watched from the side, witnessing how Qin Liuxi stitched up the slanted wound bit by bit, just like mending clothes—unhurried and remarkably steady. So wounds could be stitched up like this. Doctor Du swallowed hard, his fingertips trembling slightly. The shop attendant and the attendant stood by, lips twitching, inhaling cold air breath by breath, as if the needle and thread were piercing his own face, unbearably painful. Only Manager Ye showed admiration in his eyes, having long heard of the extraordinary medical skills of the Daoist doctor named Buqiu from the Qingping Temple, whose craft in concocting medicines was also exceedingly refined. The effects of the medicines she prepared were far superior to those of any other Alchemist working with the same ingredients. Previously, hearing by word of mouth had made it seem somewhat exaggerated, but now, witnessing it with his own eyes was truly an eye-opener. He had heard that her face reading and talisman painting were also exceptional. Manager Ye rubbed his hands together, somewhat excited, wondering if he could request an Amulet from her. Si Lengyue quietly watched from the side, her eyes continuously shining with admiration and respect. She really was formidable. When Qin Liuxi finished the last stitch, a fine layer of sweat had formed on her forehead. After tying a hidden knot in the stitches and straightening up, sweat rolled down from her brow. She accepted the handkerchief that Manager Ye handed over and nodded toward her forehead, looking at the thin line of stitches on Yan’er’s face and letting out a sigh. “Does the shop have any Jade Snow Skin left?” Qin Liuxi asked Manager Ye. Manager Ye’s pupils contracted, and he said, “You need Jade Snow Skin?” Qin Liuxi nodded: “Bring some, and also bring some pearl powder.” Manager Ye glanced at the woman in patched clothes, a hint of hesitation crossing his face, afraid that the woman wouldn’t be able to afford it. Seeing the look in his eyes, Qin Liuxi said, “First bring it here, and charge it to my account. Later, I will have the Shopkeeper from Li City make arrangements to restock it from Qing State.” Si Lengyue’s eyes flickered slightly. Jade Snow Skin was a top-grade precious medicine worth a fortune, one that might not be readily available even in Changsheng Hall, and not necessarily purchasable even if one had the silver. Yet, Qin Liuxi spoke of using it as though it was nothing, even being capable of restocking it. Manager Ye said, “There’s no need for that. The Boss had already stated that you may use whatever medicine you wish. Please wait a moment.” Rare and valuable medicines like Jade Snow Skin would not be displayed openly; they were stored away securely. He ordered the attendant to fetch the pearl powder, and he himself pulled out a key from around his neck and headed to the storeroom for medicinal materials. While waiting, Qin Liuxi took out paper and pen to write a prescription, comprised of ingredients for reducing swelling, promoting blood circulation, and treating inflammation. Then she turned her head, furrowing her brow as she looked at the woman. Si Lengyue saw her expression and asked, “What’s wrong? Is there something amiss with this woman?” Qin Liuxi held the prescription, pursed her lips, and asked the woman, “Has your husband been treating you unkindly?” The woman was taken aback, her expression turning bitter as she looked towards her daughter on the cot, and said, “Although my husband’s family despises me for giving birth to a girl, she was still the first granddaughter. It was not too bad when she was born, but these years, because my belly has not shown any signs (of pregnancy), I’ve inevitably faced harsh treatment. But what woman doesn’t experience this? I’ve tolerated it so far.” “If I told you that you could die from this, would you still tolerate it?” Qin Liuxi said. People’s facial features can change with their Qi Fortune; previously, this woman’s face reading indicated disharmony with her husband and a life of sorrow, which wasn’t a big deal. But now, a layer of deathly pallor has suddenly covered her face. In just an instant, her face reading has changed. Qin Liuxi subconsciously looked towards Yan’er on the bed, his expression darkening as he clenched the prescription. It was all deathly pallor. Qin Liuxi’s whole presence suddenly became cold and profound; even Si Lengyue stepped back two paces, to say nothing of Doctor Du and the shop assistants present, who didn’t dare to take even a deep breath. For some reason, everyone felt fear. Manager Ye brought over the Jade Snow Skin. Seeing the somber atmosphere, he paused, then spoke cautiously upon seeing Qin Liuxi’s unwell expression: “Young Master, the Jade Snow Skin has been fetched.” “Jade Snow Skin? Is it really the Jade Snow Skin? Hurry, go and report to Third Grandmother.” A surprised cry came from the doorway. Everyone looked over, and someone hastened in—it was a girl dressed in a pink skirt, in the attire of a maid. “Manager Ye, when we asked yesterday, you said you didn’t have it, but now you do? This is perfect, Third Grandmother wants the Jade Snow Skin, and we can pay whatever the price,” the maid stated proudly. The Third Grandmother Tu would practically inquire about the Jade Snow Skin every day since the Imperial Concubine’s birthday was approaching, and she had yet to find a suitable birthday gift. If she could get the Jade Snow Skin as a present, it would surely be the most impressive gift. Qin Liuxi’s eyes narrowed slightly. Another person approached, this time a young matron dressed in an elegant skirt and styled with a Flying Immortal Hairpin studded with precious gems. Her makeup was exquisite, the outer corners of her eyes long and upward, her chin sharply pointed, making her look aggressive and arrogant. When she looked down on others with slanted eyes, she exhibited a disdainful and high-and-mighty attitude. “Is it really the Jade Snow Skin?” When the young matron mentioned the Jade Snow Skin, she still carried an air of superiority, but excitement and urgency were audible in her voice. Si Lengyue recognized the person and said to Qin Liuxi, “That’s Third Grandmother Tu. It’s the one I told you about, the sister-in-law of Tu Jiu, who injured Yan’er, truly a disaster.” Third Grandmother Tu was also the daughter of the Meng Family. Qin Liuxi glanced at the woman and saw the Jade Snow Skin in Manager Ye’s hand. Looking back and forth between the matron and Yan’er, he noticed the deathly pallor intensified, and suddenly, he understood the source of this pall. He smiled, a smile not reaching his eyes. There’s always a strange coincidence in karma; Tu Jiu injured Yan’er, and Qin Liuxi saved her with the Jade Snow Skin. Now, Yan’er’s life was endangered by this very act, for Third Grandmother Tu would not miss out on the Jade Snow Skin. If she couldn’t get it willingly, she would resort to forcing it, and if she couldn’t take it by force, she would use other extreme measures. Given Tu Jiu’s callous nature and the Meng Family’s wantonness, how could Third Grandmother Tu show mercy to the lowly folks in her eyes? She doesn’t even need to act personally; with just a little bribe to the matron’s family, she could easily acquire the medicine. But once Third Grandmother Tu makes a move, Qin Liuxi also becomes entangled in this karma. No, she’s already involved, because she’s already saved a life. Manager Ye, however, was inwardly lamenting. They did have the Jade Snow Skin; Third Grandmother Tu had asked more than once but was always turned away. Now caught in the act, he felt extremely unlucky. “Manager Ye, I’ll take the Jade Snow Skin. Name your price,” Third Grandmother Tu stepped forward, looking at Manager Ye and more keenly at the glass bottle in his hands, her eyes shining with greed. She had longed for the Jade Snow Skin greatly; if she could obtain it and offer it to her aunt, the Imperial Concubine, as a birthday gift, the benefits in return would be immeasurable—even obtaining a favorable position for her husband. After all, the Imperial Concubine herself had been desperately searching for the Jade Snow Skin, as the Holy Emperor had recently taken a new favorite, and his affection for her waned. Thus, Third Grandmother Tu was determined to obtain the Jade Snow Skin!

Chapter 258: 257: Involved with Karma

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