Blossom In Adversity - Vol. 2

C382. Scholar.

Chapter 382: Scholar

Physician Chu spoke of Hua Zhi’s purpose for coming, "The scholar your caretaker brought looked quite bruised, but fortunately, the injuries are not severe. Madame Suyun, on the other hand, appears less serious but may actually be more severe, especially considering her age and a back injury. She may need some time to recover."

"Don't worry, I will ensure Suyun Mama is well taken care of. However, the scholar..." Hua Zhi furrowed her brow, "The autumn exams are approaching soon, will it affect him?"

Physician Chu stroked his beard, "It may pose some hindrance. Although no bones were injured, it still hurts quite a bit."

If that were truly the case, then there would be a great debt of gratitude owed, but she had to admit that he had helped Hua Ling. Exchanging a favor for Hua Ling's innocence was worth it.

"Is he still here?"

"Yes, I thought you might come, so I left him here. He also came to the capital to take the exams but was delayed due to some matters. The inn is now full, so it might be difficult to find a place. I have given him directions and sent a servant to find a place for him to stay."

Hua Zhi stood up and bowed, "Thank you."

"No need for thanks, I have also received much help from the Elder Hua." Physician Chu also stood up, "He is in the backyard."

Behind the clinic stood a modest two-story house, home to Physician Chu's family, who occupied the second courtyard. One section of the property served as a bustling pharmacy, with medicinal herbs spread out to dry in the open air. On the left side, two apprentices and two medicine boys were lodged, while a neatly maintained but vacant room was designated as a resting space for patients. Currently, a scholar had taken up temporary residence there.

To avoid raising any eyebrows, Physician Chu took it upon himself to accompany her, with two maids trailing close behind.

The sound of movement alerted those inside the room, prompting them to stand. At first, they assumed it was just the physician returning, but they were visibly startled to see an unexpected female guest. The scholar, momentarily caught off guard, quickly tidied his appearance, brushing himself off as if to make sure he looked respectable before exhaling in relief.

Hua Zhi couldn't help but notice his instinctive display of respect. It spoke volumes. People who naturally carried themselves with such courtesy rarely lacked integrity. And of course, someone without good character wouldn’t have stepped forward to help in a perilous situation.

Physician Chu broke the silence, introducing her with a calm authority: "This is the eldest miss of the Hua family."

The eldest miss of the Hua family?

Before Hua Zhi had the chance to reply, the scholar had already bowed, his tone polite but slightly tentative. "I am Yu Xiaosheng. It is an honor to meet you, Miss."

This was the second time Hua Zhi had witnessed the reverence scholars seemed to have for her family name, the first being back in Xiangyang.

She returned the gesture with measured poise. "Sir, I must thank you for your kindness and bravery in aiding my sister during her time of need."

Yu Xiaosheng's expression shifted as realization dawned. The girl who had nearly fallen victim to misfortune was from this Hua family?

His thoughts raced, and indignation flickered across his face. "Has the young lady been safely rescued? I... I am deeply ashamed I couldn’t do more to help."

Misinterpreting his anger as frustration over the chaotic incident, Hua Zhi offered reassurance without hesitation. "Thanks to your efforts in delaying them, my sister is safe now. She specifically asked me to convey her gratitude to you."