"Uncle, are you going to war?" Little Xi Tian asked, tilting her head as she approached Gu Zhenshan.
Gu Zhenshan was charmed by her adorable appearance and reached out to pat her head. "The Emperor has decreed that I must depart for the Northern Frontier tomorrow or the day after. So tonight, Uncle wants to host a banquet to properly entertain you all..."
He himself felt helpless. His sister had finally come to stay at the General's mansion for a few days, and the Northern Frontier was still unsettled.
Little Xi Tian responded with an "Oh," and then suddenly took Gu Zhenshan's hand, gently feeling his pulse. "Uncle, the Northern Frontier is far away and the roads are long. You must take good care of yourself..."
His pulse and heartbeat were stable, not indicating any major issues.
Therefore, to thoroughly cure his ailment, other approaches would be needed...
Upon hearing Little Xi Tian's words, Gu Shi couldn't help but chuckle. "Daughter, why are you suddenly concerned about your uncle today?"
This girl was always running around, and she hadn't seen Zhenshan many times. This sudden concern seemed a bit unusual...
Little Xi Tian blinked her large eyes. "Mother, this is Xi Tian's own uncle, of course Xi Tian cares!~"
After speaking, Little Xi Tian's eyes lit up, and she thought of a special medicine in her space that was specifically for treating infertility...
In fact, this medicine was originally developed by the base for use on donkeys, horses, cattle, and sheep. She didn't know if it would work on humans.
"Uncle, I have a tonic pill here. The climate in the Northern Frontier is dry and windy year-round. If you take one pill every day, it will be very beneficial for your body!~"
As Little Xi Tian spoke, she took out a bottle of pills from her small satchel and placed it in Gu Zhenshan's hand. "Here, it's this one..."
Gu Zhenshan held the medicine bottle blankly, stunned for two seconds, not knowing what to say.
Even before this, he had heard his sister mention that Xi Tian had been able to treat people since she was young, and the medicines she produced were extremely effective, never having any mishaps.
Of course, Shangguan Fang'er's case last time was an exception...
"If Xi Tian gave it to you, you should accept it!~" Gu Shi said with a smile.
Gu Zhenshan quietly accepted the medicine bottle and looked at Little Xi Tian. "Thank you, Xi Tian. The climate in the Northern Frontier is indeed dry. Many soldiers in the army suffer from cracked lips and mouth sores in the spring. I wonder if this medicine will help?"
Little Xi Tian: "..."
This was for treating infertility, it had nothing to do with getting big sores in the mouth.
She couldn't directly say that there was a problem with Uncle's "area," which was why the aunts couldn't get pregnant, for fear of hurting Uncle's pride.
Moreover, if these pills were fed to horses, they would need at least twenty pills at a time. She was having Gu Zhenshan take just one, which was many times less than the dosage...
"It will help!~" Little Xi Tian nodded and said crisply.
"That's good. Uncle will definitely take it on time every day!" Gu Zhenshan put away the medicine bottle, feeling extremely grateful to Little Xi Tian.
Just then, Butler Cao came trotting over. "Young General, the items are all prepared. Do you want to check them?"
Gu Shi, upon hearing this, exchanged a look with her daughter, both filled with curiosity. "What items?"
Gu Zhenshan chuckled foolishly. "It's nothing much. Since your sister's family is leaving, I asked people to buy some specialties from the capital and the like for your sister's family to enjoy slowly..."
He said he bought a little, but it was enough to fill the granary of the old Yun family.
A total of six large carriages. Gu Zhenshan had already sent people to Da Shui Village in advance. There were dried meats and fruits, preserved fruits, candied fruits, roasted ducks, cloth, silk, exquisite hair ornaments, brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones, and even several famous paintings and calligraphy works...
When Huai Hua saw these items, she almost fainted on the spot.
That evening, Gu Zhenshan bought a large pile of seafood and treated the entire Yun family to a hearty meal.
Before dawn the next day, he lingered briefly outside his sister's room before setting off with Butler Cao and a group of soldiers...
"Jin He, take good care of this silver. Don't be stingy with spending it!~"
In front of the departing carriage, Gu Shi took out a banknote and handed it to Yun Jin He. "The Imperial Academy is on holiday. Go back to the village and see your father and mother. They've opened a restaurant now and are so busy they're overwhelmed every day. They don't have time to come to the capital to see you. If you lack anything, write to your family. Don't keep it to yourself..."
Today, they were returning to Da Shui Village. Before parting, there were still a few words of advice to give.
"Grandma, Grandpa, please stay a few more days!~" Yun Jin He was reluctant to see his family leave, and his heart felt a pang of sadness.
Old Man Yun saw this and 'tsk'ed. "If you stay any longer, the land at home will be overgrown. Jin He, you study hard and don't mess around with those bad friends. If you don't get good grades in the autumn, I'll show you when you get back!~"
Yun Jin He: "..."
"Miss Murong!" Old Man Yun then looked at Murong Qing, changing his smile. "If Jin He misbehaves, beat him hard. He's tough and can take a beating!~"
Murong Qing 'puchi'ed with laughter and bowed to Old Man Yun. "Uncle, Jin He is usually sensible and obedient. Where are there any bad friends? Please rest assured, he studies diligently and has excellent grades. He will definitely pass the imperial examination..."
Hearing these words, Old Man Yun's heart finally settled.
Little Xi Tian had slept late last night and was now slumped in the carriage, snoring drowsily.
Seeing that her family was about to depart, she quickly jumped off the carriage and pulled Murong Qing aside...
"What's wrong, Sweetie?" Murong Qing, seeing her yawning, couldn't help but laugh and cry.
The first time she saw Little Xi Tian, she felt that this little girl was not simple.
Later, she often heard Jin He talk about how amazing his little aunt was, driving away rat plagues, making water wheels, and even protecting the emperor during the recent rebellion. Little Xi Tian had also made meritorious contributions.
Murong Qing, being a shrewd person, could naturally tell that Little Xi Tian was not from this world.
But some things couldn't be said directly; it was enough to know it in her heart.
"Sister Murong!~" Little Xi Tian yawned again, her large eyes filled with tears.
Seeing this, Murong Qing quickly took out a handkerchief and wiped away her tears. "Children shouldn't stay up too late. It's not good for your health..."
Little Xi Tian wasn't staying up late at all. She had been busy in her space all night, picking the ripe dates and oranges. Also, a few cows had fallen ill, so she had to prepare medicine, give injections, and harvest vegetables in the greenhouse. By the time she finished, it was already dawn...
When she returned to the village, she would treat her family to fresh vegetables and fruits in advance.
"Sister Murong, take this banknote and keep it for yourself!~" Little Xi Tian opened her small satchel, took out a banknote, and handed it to Murong Qing.
Murong Qing was slightly taken aback and felt a bit lost...
Why was Sweetie giving her money?