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Zhang Gui's abacus clicked rapidly in his hands, totaling one thousand four hundred and forty-seven coins. "Let's go, let's get the money," he said.
After earning a tael and a half in a single day, both the Mother-in-law and Daughter-in-law felt their hearts racing with joy, especially Chen Ruolan, who could hardly believe that such a life was possible for her.
Once they received the money, Zhang Gui asked, "Is this stuff still available?"
Many prescriptions required this particular herb, which was rare in the wild. He wanted to confirm its availability to avoid a one-time purchase.
Yu Chunmiao smiled and replied, "Zhang Gui, we'll try to find more; there should still be some."
In truth, there was plenty, but she said this to prevent anyone from driving down the price.
After leaving the pharmacy, the two hurried to Yu's Bone Setting. As soon as they entered, they heard a terrible scream from inside that made both women’s scalps tingle with fear.
The scream gradually subsided, and Doctor Yu emerged from the inner room, wiping his hands. He wore a white apron, his thick half-gray eyebrows arched upward, and his eyes sparkled with intensity.
A family member waiting nearby approached to inquire, "Doctor Yu, how is it?"
Without looking up, Doctor Yu replied, "Nothing serious; he’ll be able to leave after a rest. A broken toe and he makes such a fuss. The Qi family's eldest son broke his leg and didn’t even complain."
Yu Chunmiao turned to her mother-in-law with a puzzled expression.
Chen Ruolan nodded with a wry smile; Doctor Yu was referring to Qi Chong.
"Doctor Yu, do you have a moment?" Chen Ruolan timidly asked as she stepped in front of him.
Doctor Yu glanced up briefly but frowned. "If you don’t come soon, that boy’s bones will heal improperly. That could lead to a lifetime of disability and occasional excruciating pain."
As a doctor, he despised families who neglected treatment for their sick members; he didn’t care about the reasons behind it.
Chen Ruolan nodded submissively. "I’m here now. This is Qing Er Daughter-in-law; she wants to ask how we can proceed."
As she spoke, she pushed Yu Chunmiao forward and fell silent behind her.
"I'm sorry, daughter-in-law," she thought. "Doctor Yu is too intimidating; I’m scared."
Yu Chunmiao smiled brightly as she bowed in greeting. "Hello, Doctor Yu. I’d like to ask how Qi Chong’s leg can be treated; we can’t delay any longer."
Doctor Yu snorted dismissively, his expression darkening further. "How to treat it? A long session of pounding and a month’s worth of medicine—thirty taels. Have you saved enough?"
Yu Chunmiao was startled by his fierce demeanor but quickly adopted a flattering tone. "Is it possible to pay in installments?"
If they waited until they had saved thirty taels, it would be too late for Qi Chong's treatment; they needed to find a way to pay as they went along.
Doctor Yu pondered for a moment before saying, "Fine. Five taels per installment every six days. Bring him here immediately for treatment. He’ll be taken away on the same day after treatment; you’ll need to change the dressings yourself."
After a rough calculation, it was easy to gather five taels in six days. He immediately agreed, saying he would send the person over in the next few days.
As he was leaving the clinic, Doctor Yu added a warning: "No money, no medicine!"
Once outside, Chen Ruolan kept patting her chest, exclaiming, "That scared me to death! When he raised his eyebrows and glared at me, I didn't even dare to speak!"
Yu Chunmiao disagreed, saying, "Mother, people like him are usually serious and straightforward. It's normal for them to negotiate."
Doctor Yu was renowned as the best bone healer in the area, known for his strictness and integrity. Although he appeared unapproachable and seemed to turn away those without money, he was genuinely responsible towards his patients.
Chen Ruolan couldn't help but wonder how her daughter-in-law Ji Xiaoxiao could read people so astutely.
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