The Peasant Wife: The Prime Minister's Beloved

Chapter 146: Grass Snake

After all, the Wang family spent three and a half taels of silver to marry her. If she did nothing, she would inevitably be blamed by her parents-in-law. Even under the protection of the fetus in her belly, she could not escape the fate of being criticized.

Because of the sudden mushroom craze, the whole village seemed to be driven by an invisible force, and the villagers rushed into the mountains and forests. In just two weeks, all the mushrooms that had been hiding under the shade of the trees were picked, leaving only patches of colorful poisonous mushrooms.

Early that morning, the sun shone through the sparse leaves, dappling onto the winding mountain road. Chen Xi, carrying a bamboo medicine basket, stepped briskly into the forest again.

She looked around and the lush vegetation, exotic flowers and plants, and the occasional bird calls made her sigh that the mountains surrounding Nangou Village were simply a living medicine storehouse generously bestowed by nature, containing countless precious herbs.

Just as she was immersed in her search for medicinal herbs, a strange and slightly humorous ballad floated in the wind:

"The red umbrella is on top of the white pole, and you have to lie on the board after eating;

We cried and screamed while lying on the board, and finally slept together in the mountains..."

Chen Xi's lips curled up into a smile, thinking that this must be the villagers' way of humorously reminding each other to be wary of those colorful poisonous mushrooms when they were collecting mushrooms.

However, this relaxed atmosphere did not last long. A sharp and terrified cry for help suddenly pierced the sky, interrupting her thoughts.

That voice came from the person who had just sung.

She immediately put down the tools in her hands, put on the medicine basket, and ran anxiously towards the sound.

As she walked through the dense bushes, the scene before her made her heart tighten: three villagers were gathered in a circle, one of them was pale and collapsed to the ground in pain, obviously suffering some kind of injury.

"Brother, are you okay?" Chen Xi asked with concern, and at the same time noticed the anxious expressions of the other two.

"Come and help, quickly send big brother down the mountain!" One of them responded eagerly.

Just as Chen Xi was about to step forward, a hasty warning suddenly rang in his ears: "Tian Yi's family, be careful around you!"

Her heart tightened and she quickly drew the dagger from her waist as if by reflex. A silver light flashed and the body of a snake that was trying to launch a sneak attack was cut off.

She took a closer look and saw that it was a harmless rat snake, also known as a grass snake. She immediately realized that the injured villager must have been accidentally attacked by the snake.

She skillfully took out several herbs from the medicine basket, crushed them on the spot and gently applied them to the wound of the injured person, while comforting him: "Don't worry, this is a non-venomous snake. I have herbs here that can stop bleeding and disinfect, which can be used to treat the wound. Remember to tell the doctor clearly that it was a rat snake bite, and change the medicine every day to prevent infection."

With Chen Xi's timely treatment, the injured villagers' condition stabilized a lot.

The three men thanked him repeatedly. It turned out that they were the three sons of the village chief.

After watching them hurriedly go down the mountain with the injured to seek medical treatment, Chen Xi continued to collect herbs. However, he felt a little sorry for the innocent rat snake that died. After all, in some areas, it was just an ordinary dish on people's tables.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Chen Xi has been providing acupuncture treatment to Xie Tianyi in the village for nearly a month.

She firmly believed that as long as she persisted a few more times, Xie Tianyi's blurry world would become clear and bright again.

After finishing the acupuncture today, she went to the town as usual to continue treating Mrs. Fang.

The gate of Fang Mansion slowly opened as the servants greeted him. Chen Xi stepped into the mansion and immediately felt the breath of changing seasons.

Inside the house, the heavy winter quilts had been replaced by light summer quilts, the heating fire had been extinguished at some point, the windows were wide open, and the fresh summer breeze passed through the hall, bringing a hint of coolness.

"Doctor Chen, you're here!" The servant's voice was full of enthusiasm and respect.

Chen Xi walked into Madam Fang's room. After a careful pulse diagnosis, she showed a gratified smile on her face: "Madam Fang's health is getting better and better."

Fang Yuanwai came over upon hearing the voice, his face filled with long-lost joy: "Haha, of course, but the one I should be most grateful to is Doctor Chen. If it weren't for your miraculous healing hand, I don't know how much suffering my wife would have to endure."

As Mrs. Fang's condition gradually improved, Mr. Fang's mood also became increasingly cheerful.

Chen Xi did not forget to remind her: "The next month is crucial. Even though it is hot in summer, Madam Fang must keep warm. Make sure to close the windows at night to prevent wind and avoid getting cold."

Her words were gentle: "When Mrs. Fang fully recovers, maybe she will have a healthy and lovely baby!"

Mrs. Fang's eyes sparkled with tears of excitement, and she asked expectantly, "Doctor Chen, is this true? Is it possible for me to still be pregnant?"

Chen Xi gently held her hand: "Mrs. Fang, relax, everything will be fine."

After half an hour of acupuncture, Chen Xi carefully pulled out the silver needle and reminded again: "In the next month, I will come every two days. Please don't forget my instructions, Mr. Fang."

Mr. Fang nodded repeatedly, and sent Chen Xi out the door with gratitude, watching her back gradually disappear into the distance.

After receiving the heavy reward from "Chen's Dessert" shop, Chen Xi's heart felt as if it was soaked in honey, and he happily embarked on the journey home.

The afterglow of the setting sun shines on the bluestone road, and it seems that even the air is filled with sweetness.

As soon as I stepped into the house, a burst of lively laughter and joy greeted me.

Xiaoyang and Xiaochen were like two happy little birds, chirping around Xie Tianyi. Even the usually steady Fang Wenfu was infected by the joy and joined them...

The three little guys surrounded him, asking questions one after another, and their laughter was as sweet as silver bells.

Chen Xi stood aside, the corners of his mouth unconsciously raised.

Xiaoyang and Xiaochen's cheers almost blew the roof off, and bright smiles bloomed on their little faces.

“Let’s cook a few more dishes tonight to celebrate,” she suggested.

As soon as they heard about the delicious food, Xiaoyang and Xiaochen were immediately overjoyed, circling around Chen Xi like two little bees, and couldn't wait to know what delicious food was on the dinner table.

After dinner, Fang Wenfu took the two children out for a walk to digest the food, leaving Xie Tianyi and Chen Xi in the house.

"Let me wash the dishes." Xie Tianyi stood up and moved the dishes into the kitchen one by one, his movements skillful and natural.

Chen Xi did not refuse. She was naturally happy to see someone willing to take on the housework.

When Xie Tianyi was at the Xie family, housework was not unfamiliar to him. Soon, the crisp sound of dishes colliding could be heard in the kitchen, accompanied by the sound of water flowing, and everything was in order.

The washed dishes shone softly under the light. Xie Tianyi wiped them clean carefully and tidied up the stove.

Coming out of the kitchen, Xie Tianyi's eyes were attracted by Chen Xi who was busy in the yard. He saw that she was concentrating on fiddling with the herbs, with a focused and calm expression.

"Do you need help?" Xie Tianyi asked softly, with a hint of tenderness in his voice.