Rebirth of Poisoned Empress, by 颜若优雅

Chapter 35

Not only was Fu Yunxi anxious, but Fu Ying, Qi Yue, and Qi Xuan all shared his nervousness. Shen Liang's sudden pause seemed to be the start of a death sentence for Fu Ying.

"It's nothing. But once we start the acupuncture, for at least an entire month, the acupuncture treatment cannot stop for even one day. Otherwise, everything we have done thus far will be in vain. My current situation at the Marquis Donglin Manor is awkward, as you know. It's nothing to occasionally leave the manor, but I'm afraid if I were to come here every day, some people will find fault in nothing. And you, Fu Yunxi, there are too many intelligent people both within and without the Imperial court. Whether or not you were wronged, I'm sure many have a clear understanding in their heart. I have many people I need to keep an eye on. When the time comes, after this period passes, there will be many people who wish to recruit and invite you over to their side. Once that time comes, it'll also be inappropriate to pay a visit every day."

Shen Liang raised his gaze to meet Fu Yunxi's as he explained with a helpless tone. His current situation was indeed very awkward. Besides, he was also a Ger. If others were to find out about him running over to Fu Yunxi's residency every day, his reputation would undoubtedly suffer. Since his rebirth, Shen Liang haven't placed much value in his reputation anymore. But he did care about his elder brother and the Wei Family's reputation. For them, he couldn't help but have to consider protecting himself better.

"...."

This was indeed a difficult situation. Fu Yunxi's brows furrowed and fell into a solemn silence when Fu Ying suddenly said, 'Young master Shen, I heard that your courtyard had been tarnished a few days ago when you headed out?"

Under the instigation of those from the second and third family, such a matter had already spread across the Imperial City. Liu Shuhan had successfully adorned the stigma of being intolerant of the original madame's son's presence in the Marquis Donglin Manor. 

"En. Under the orders of my nominal sister." Shen Liang didn't deny anything. Although Shen Liang didn't trust the Fu father-son pair as much as he did Qi Yue and Qi Xuan, the two men could be considered his people now.

"I'm unaware of whether your courtyard still lack a steward?"

"Huh?"

Seeing his confused expression, Fu Ying hurriedly explained, "Please don't misunderstand. It's like this, when I was younger, I have taken the role of steward at another noble family's manor. If your courtyard still lacks a steward, then perhaps I could temporarily assume the position. In the future, once you find more appropriate personnel, I will step down. Hence, it would also help save you the trip to come over every day."

And Shen Liang was also a Ger. It would prevent others from gossiping and could be considered killing two birds with one stone.

"Dad!" Fu Yunxi sincerely wanted to object. He was already grown up and didn't need his dad to work for others. But he thought of his dad's condition and Shen Liang's situation and found himself unable to continue.

"Yunxi, I'm not at the age at which I'm unable to move and work. Perhaps being able to work and exercise more would be able to strengthen my constitution as well and I'd be able to live longer.," Fu Ying was aware his son was filial. But did they have a better idea? More importantly, Fu Ying did want to do something for Shen Liang.

"Then Uncle Fu, I'd have to trouble you to take care of our Zhonglin Courtyard from now on." After peering at the father-son pair, Shen Liang accepted the suggestion. This was indeed the best option they have available.

"There's no trouble at all. If it weren't for you, I'm afraid I wouldn't even be able to live past this year,"

"Uncle Fu, you're still only in your thirties. It's not appropriate to say such pessimistic talk. I still have another trip to make after this. Perhaps we can start with the acupuncture first?" Shen Liang did not miss the distress that Fu Ying hid in his eyes. He simply changed the subject calmly and after adjusting Fu Ying's prescription, handed the liost over to Qi Xuan. The two of them then headed into Fu Ying's quarters one after the other while Fu Yunxi and Qi Yue waited outside.