In his past life, Gu Jin had a medical career spanning over 40 years, with footprints all over the country.

  A cold wind can indeed cause hoarseness.

  But some people can't make a sound at all, this is called aphonia.

  After more than 40 years of medical practice, Gu Jin had seen three cases, her grandfather had also seen four cases, and the classic books left by the Gu family recorded three cases.

  Each case has its own treatment method.

  Xiao Qing Long Tang is recorded in Shang Han Lun and is the most commonly used method. Other methods are merely variations of Xiao Qing Long Tang with adjustments to the dosage.

  It turns out that Gu Jin knew about a dozen or so treatment methods.

  "Those two cases that Imperial Physician Qin diagnosed earlier, were they both treated with Xiao Qing Long Tang without any additions or subtractions?" asked Gu Jinzheng.

  Qin Xuan's four unexplained [points] are because he is well-versed in the Treatise on Cold Damage and has taken its essence.

  He nodded.

  Gu Jing smiled and didn't say anything else, but thought to herself, "Wow, what good luck."

  "Could... could there be something wrong?" Qin Shen Si was confused by Gu Zhi's smile, and his heart felt uncertain. "Seventh Miss, have I taken a wrong path?"

  He is indeed following the original prescription of Shang Han Lun, and the dosage of each medicine has never been increased or decreased.

  If he wasn't forced to increase or decrease it, he wouldn't dare to, he's not confident.

  He wasn't originally a worrier, but this patient had him at his wit's end.

  The patient brought a servant, and the two came from the south. They said they were going to the capital to visit relatives, but they didn't hurry, found an ordinary inn to stay in, recovered from their illness before continuing on their journey.

  Look at them, their clothes are deliberately simple, but they throw out a hundred taels of silver notes with ease and generosity.

  This kind of person, with unclear identity, is best not to be offended.

  Qin Shen Si has already received 100 taels from others, now he doesn't dare to return it, fearing that it will damage his reputation and the signboard. For a doctor, reputation is life.

  Look at Old Man Xia's family. Because of one mistake, it was exposed and now ordinary people don't go to the Xia Family Hundred Herb Hall anymore. They all say that the Xia family's medical skills are not as good as those of a child.

  Those ordinary people didn't even know what had happened, let alone that "not as good as a child" wasn't just an insult, but actually referred to a formidable "child".

  Even if it's unclear what actually happened, following rumors is a doctor's reputation at stake.

  The master of Xiajia Baicao Hall has resigned on his own initiative.

  That Baicao Hall will eventually close down and go out of business.

  Qin Sheng was not only afraid of losing his reputation like the Xia family, but also feared that the patient's origin was unknown. If he really had a big background, provoking him would not only ruin his reputation, but might also cost him his life.

  When he was a doctor, he had seen many officials and nobles, like that patient, who couldn't speak but had an elegant demeanor.

  It was the servants around him, who were all eloquent and had a dignified air. Qin Shen's medicine was ineffective, and he and his servant spoke calmly, only advising him to take it slow and think of other ways.

  Everyone scolds on the street, but this master and servant are not even slightly dissatisfied...

  This kind of person, Qin Shenyi really didn't dare to say what they were doing, only knew that they couldn't afford to offend them.

  "No, no!" Gu Jin smiled, "I haven't seen that patient either, I don't know the condition, I'm afraid I won't be of much help to you."

  "That patient over there, it's easy to see him." Qin Shen hurriedly said, "It's just unknown whether Miss Qi will give us a chance?"

  As he spoke, he glanced at Gu Yanwen who was sitting beside him.

  Gu Yanzheng also looked at Gu Jinzhi's face.

  She was as usual, with a clear and handsome eyebrow, a pure smile, a small face, and still looked like a doll when she smiled. But that composure and confidence also showed maturity and competence, Gu Yan Zhen was slightly stunned.

  The old man is not at home, and Gu Jinzhi has no one to ask. Can she really cure the disease?

  The reputation that a child has accumulated with great difficulty can't be ruined too, right?

  Even if it's fake, it's worth it to see the kids happy...

  Then let this wicked man take his father's place.

  "Qin Taizhong, isn't it always said in the medical community that one cannot practice medicine without completing their apprenticeship?" Gu Yanjin said, a hint of dissatisfaction in his voice. "Our family's Jin'er has not completed her apprenticeship..."

  He had no choice but to say this again.

  He vaguely remembered saying several times that Gu Jinzhi was not yet out of his apprenticeship and was not worthy of trust.

  Although it's true, it doesn't sound good. Good medicine tastes bitter, will daughter think that father doesn't love her?

  Gu Yanjun felt a bit worried and looked at Gu Jinzhi.

  Gu Jin did not look disappointed, she smiled brightly and stood up to pull Gu Yan's hand, saying: "Dad, I haven't been out for a long time... Qin Taizhong's Baicao Hall is open, I haven't gone to see it yet. Shall we go take a look?"

  Her eyes are clear and bright, shining with a soft light that can reflect a person's shadow.

  His eyes were full of longing.

  Gu Yan thought to himself, Gu Jinzhi has won the princess's favor, even if she was wrong about him, Qin Sheng would still cover for her.

  After all, Gu Jin's backer is Old Master Gu, and Qin Shen's flattery is directed at Old Master Gu.

  Thinking of this, Gu Yanwen's heart felt a bit more at ease.

  He said to Qin Sheng, "Doctor Qin, please sit down for a moment and let us change our clothes."

  Qin Sheng hurriedly stood up and bowed, saying thank you.

  Two quarters of an hour later, a vermilion-wheeled, gilded lacquer carriage slowly emerged, followed by another similar one, which went straight to the Qin's Hundred Herbs Hall on South Gate Street.

  Gu Yan's eyes were slightly worried, and he reminded Gu Jin: "Jin sister, the more you talk, the more mistakes you'll make. You're just a child, when the time comes, we'll find an excuse to come back."

  Then he said, "Now you are following your grandfather to learn medicine. If you can't cure the disease, others will suspect your grandfather. Do you want others to say that your grandfather is mediocre?"

  Boasting and intimidating, afraid Gu Jin would make a fool of himself in order to show off.

  "I know!" Gu Jin said crisply, just like a little kid.

  Her father treated her like a child and she responded in a childish tone.

  Gu Yanwen was very satisfied and said: "Jin sister is really clever."

  Qin Sheng's carriage took a detour and first returned to Baicao Hall.

  He ordered the young waiter to invite the guest over and prepared tea to entertain Gu Jin's father and daughter.

  When Gu Yun and Gu Yan's carriage arrived, Qin Shen personally waited at the gate.

  Gu Yanzhong got off the carriage and turned around to pick up his daughter.

  The father and daughter entered Qin's Hundred Herb Hall.

  Qin's Baicao Hall, a three-sectioned street-facing shop, with its doors wide open. In the main hall, there are two seated masters, one cashier, and several young apprentices who also serve as runners. The main hall is bustling with people coming and going, business is booming.

  Behind the counter, tall medicine cabinets were arranged, with the top of the cabinet reaching the roof, at least three people high; on the drawers of the cabinet, copper plates were engraved with the names of the medicines.

  The shopkeeper and his assistant took the prescription from Mr. Zuo's hand and continuously retrieved medicines from the drawers of the medicine cabinet.

  The drawer opens, and a refreshing fragrance wafts out.

  Gu Jin took a deep breath, and this smell was so familiar.

  She hasn't been in a pharmacy for a long time.

  Gu Yan felt a bit sentimental: Their family used to have a pharmacy too, which was even more beautiful than this one and had better business. If not for his second brother's embezzlement of the pharmacy's private funds, their father wouldn't have closed it down...

  As soon as he thought of it, Qin Shen lifted the silver-red soft curtain on the west side and invited Gu Jinzhi and Gu Yanzhen to enter the inner room to talk.

  "Just wait a moment, the fellow has gone to invite that sick person." Qin Shen personally served tea to Gu Yanjun and Gu Jinzhi.

  Gu Jinzhi hastily got up and took it in his hand.

  "This pharmacy is doing very well." said Gu Jinzhi.

  "It's all thanks to Princess Tuo." Qin Shen Si said with a smile. There was also some pride between his eyebrows.

  About a quarter of an hour later, the fellow came in and said that the patient had arrived.

  Qin Sheng personally went out to greet him.

  Then, the soft curtain was lifted, and Gu Jin saw a young face.

  The newcomer was about seventeen or eighteen years old, with a full and round face, thick eyebrows and bright eyes, shining pupils, high nose bridge, thin lips with a faint smile, a very handsome young man.

  Behind him, an old man followed, about fifty years old, wearing a blue cloth robe with patches sewn on it, but looking comfortable. His clothes were neat and clean, not a single thread out of place.

  "This is Mr. Chen." Qin Shen introduced him to Gu Yan and Gu Jin.

  Gu Yanzhong and his daughter stood up and paid their respects to Chen Gongzi.

  Chen Gongzi smiled, a mouthful of neat teeth, his eyes curved up, and his smile was elegant and beautiful.

  He couldn't speak and just returned the courtesy.

  After they sat down, Qin Sheng said to Chen Gongzi: "Chen Gongzi, I am incompetent and have been treating you for over ten days without being able to cure your illness..."

  Chen Gongzi waved his hand and smiled again.

  The old man beside him spoke up and said: "My young master says don't worry, he trusts Dr. Qin very much, please find a good prescription..."

  Chen Gongzi nodded in agreement with the old man's words.

  Qin Sheng's face turned red with shame on all sides.

  For so many days, Chen Gongzi and the old man had always been in this tolerant attitude, making Qin Shenshi unable to advance or retreat.

  “…but I'm afraid my skills are not refined.” Qin Shen said, “However, my respected teacher is a renowned divine doctor. This young lady is the teacher's granddaughter and also the only closed-door disciple. If Mr. Chen trusts me, would it be possible to let Miss Gu take your pulse?”

  Qin Shenshi pointed his hand at Gu Jinzhi after he finished speaking.

  Chen Gongzi and his servant's gaze naturally fell on Gu Jin's body.

  The little girl with double buns, her face still pale and tender, about ten years old. Her eyebrows were clear and elegant, her expression calm and composed, looking back at the master and servant.

  Even Chen Gongzi was well-behaved, his eyebrows slightly furrowed.

  That servant also showed an expression of surprise.

  "Qin Taifu..." The servant hesitated and turned to look at Qin Shen Si, "Cough, Miss Gu is still young, has she come out of her apprenticeship yet?"

  "Miss Gu is young but clever and has learned well from her family. She's quite skilled!" Qin Sheng said with a smile, "Chen Bo, heroes have always emerged in their youth..."

  He spoke with great certainty and pride, not at all like someone who was just trying to make up numbers.

  Chen Bo's eyebrows furrowed even deeper.

  Chen Gongzi lightly touched Chen Bo's arm and nodded slightly.

  He agreed to let Miss Gu take a look.

  Chen Bo furrowed his brow but did not dare to refute him and respectfully said yes.

  His demeanor was extremely respectful.

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