Chapter 11
The next day, Ling Xiao picked Shuang Xi, the boy beside him, to go to home school
Because of this, Ling Xiao was in an extremely good mood and stayed in the Autumn Water Pavilion talking to Ling Jingshu for a long time, an excited blush floating on her fair and beautiful face
Ling Jingshu was not half impatient, and smiled as she listened
All the cousins in the family were studying at home
Ling Xiao stayed in the inner mansion all day long, and although he was clothed and fed, he was very lonely
The only people he can contact on a regular basis are the ladies of the house
The only one who really had the patience to listen to him was her
By the way, when I came over just now, I met Cousin Lu”
Ling Xiao suddenly brought up Lu Hong, “He was very amiable and friendly, and even made a point of talking to me for a while!”
Ling Jingshu’s complexion went cold for a moment
Fortunately, Ling Xiao’s eyes are blind and he doesn’t know her reaction at this time, and continues to say with a smile, “Cousin Lu heard that I sent a boy to study at the family school on my behalf, and complimented me on it
I told him that it was your idea for me, and he praised you for your intelligence
He also said that the peonies you planted were especially beautiful, and said that you were a woman of quality ” Ling Jingshu didn’t want to hear anything related to Lu Hong and interrupted Ling Xiao with her mouth open, “Ah Xiao, grandmother’s seventieth birthday is coming up
The posts from the residence have all been sent out, but eldest uncle and the others haven’t arrived in Dingzhou yet, it’s not that they’ve encountered something and are delayed on the road!”
Ling Xiao’s attention was immediately diverted, sighing worriedly, “Yes, grandmother has been chanting about eldest uncle and his family for the past two days”
From the capital to Dingzhou, it is thousands of miles away, and if something happens on the way, it will delay the trip, which is indeed worryingMaybe they will arrive today”
Ling Jingshu smiles and pacifies Ling Xiao, “Eldest uncle and the others traveled all the way on an official ship and took the official road
Those thieves and bandits with evil intentions will never dare to come close
You don’t have to worry too much”
Ling Xiao obediently nods
Ling Jingshu muses for a moment and suddenly whispers, “Ah Xiao, I have something I want to discuss with you”
Ling Xiao loses his smile, “Just say what you have to say directly
Such a serious tone, I’m not used to it”
The two siblings landed only half an hour apart, however, Ling Jingshu had always taken care of him in every way like a true elder sister
After going blind, Ling Xiao trusted and relied on her even more
When Ling Jingshu opened her mouth to say something, Ling Xiao mostly obeyed obediently
Ling Jingshu’s gaze softened a few points and she said in a low voice, ”Ah Xiao, you suffered a brain injury when you fell back then, which made your eyes go blind
Over the years, many famous doctors have been invited to treat you, but none of them have been able to cure your eyes
I think, Dingzhou here doctor medical skill is not high, the real apricot grove masters are mostly in the Imperial Hospital
Therefore, I want to take you to the capital to seek medical treatment to cure your eyes”
Ling Xiao looks surprised and confused, unable to react for a moment
Only after a long time did he stutter, “But, but, how can father and grandmother be willing to let us siblings go to the capital alone?
Even if we arrive at the capital, how are we going to find a famous doctor?”
Ling Jingshu had been thinking about this matter since she was reborn
At this time, she spoke eloquently with a clear mind, “We can go to the capital together with our eldest uncle’s family, and stay at their residence for a period of time
There are great uncle and great aunt to take care of, think father and grandmother is not uneasyAfter arriving in the capital, the matter of searching for a famous doctor will be in my thoughts, you don’t need to worry
The worst that can happen is to maintain the status quo ante, in case it is cured, your eyes will be able to see again
Don’t you want to study in a dignified manner and take the imperial examinations?”
Of course he wanted to!
In the past few years, he had this dream almost every day: his eyes recovered and he could see again
He could read and write and take the imperial examinations
He would no longer be a waste in the eyes of everyone, and would no longer drag Ling Jingshu
A strange blush floats up on Ling Xiao’s white face, his breathing is rapid and unsteady, and he murmurs uncertainly, “Will I really have the day when I can see again?”
Ling Jingshu’s heart surges with strong pity and heartache, quietly gripping Ling Xiao’s trembling hand tightly, she firmly says, “Yes, there will definitely be that day
Ah Xiao, you believe me!”
Ling Xiao nodded vigorouslyWhat I said today, only you know and I know, don’t reveal anything for now”
Ling Jingshu quickly said, “Everything is with me, you don’t need to be bothered”
Ling Xiao subconsciously nodded, then sighed guiltily, “Ah Shu, how nice it would be if there wasn’t me as a burden
You could be like Cousin Wan, Cousin Xian, and just spend the whole day relaxing and thinking about how to dress yourself up more beautifully
It’s all because of me ” “How can you be a negative burden”
Ling Jingshu softly snapped, “The two of us are blood siblings, in this world, we are the closest to each other
As long as I can cure your eyes, I’m willing to do whatever I’m asked to do”
Going to the capital, on one hand, was to cure Ling Xiao’s eyes
Secondly, she also wanted to look for an opportunity to take revenge
The identity of her enemy was too noble to be reached, and trying to take revenge with just her strength alone was undoubtedly like an ant shaking a tree and hitting a stone with an egg
Therefore, she must go to the capital to find another way
Going to the capital alone, Old Mrs Ling and Master Ling Fifth would never agree
Playing the reason of curing Ling Xiao’s eyes, it would be easier to convince them instead
Moreover, the road ahead of this trip was vast, and there was no telling how much time and effort it would take
How could she possibly feel relieved to let Ling Xiao stay in the Ling Mansion alone?
Having convinced Ling Xiao, Ling Jingshu was secretly relieved
The two siblings passed the time with casual gossip
Near noon, Elder Mrs Ling purposely sent Mo Kwai over and instructed the two siblings to go to Yonghe Hall together
Eating lunch with Mrs Ling at Yonghe Hall was an enviable good thing
There was a separate small kitchen in Yonghe Hall, and the food for three meals a day was much better than the big kitchen
Moreover, this also represented Old Madam Ling’s favoritism
In the past, this would have been a good thing to be happy about
However, once she thought that Ling and the two Lu Hong brothers were also there, Ling Jingshu could not smile no matter what
However, Old Madam Ling’s orders were never to be refused
After Mo Kwai finished saying her intention, she saw that Ling Jingshu’s face was devoid of any joy, and she couldn’t help but be secretly surprised
On her face, she said with a smile, “The old lady is already waiting in Yonghe Hall, please ask the ninth young lady and the tenth young master to leave now, so as not to make the old lady wait in a hurry”
Ling Jingshu fixed her mind and faintly answered, “Got it”
Although Ling Xiao’s eyes were blind, they were extraordinarily attentive and keen
Almost immediately, he noticed Ling Jingshu’s abnormality and asked in a low voice, “Ah Shu, do you not want to go?
Otherwise, I’ll go over there alone and tell grandmother that you’re not feeling well ” Ling Jingshu’s heart warmed, her gaze softened a few points, “Grandmother asked me to go over there because she has compassion for me, so how can I not go?
You don’t have to worry, I’m fine now”
The most is to see Ling’s mother and son, can not eat
When they arrived at Yonghe Hall, Ling’s mother and son were indeed there
Ling Jingshu and Ling Xiao went up together and gave Old Madam Ling’s peace
The moment he saw Ling Jingshu, a trace of joy flashed through Lu Hong’s eyes, and he rose to perform the salute of a peer: “Cousin Shu”
In front of Elder Mrs Ling’s face, Ling Jingshu had to force herself to endure, and returned the salute with a normal expression, “Cousin Lu is courteous”
Lu Qian also rose with her, a smile overflowing on her pretty face, her tone cheerful and lively, “Cousin Shu, you’re finally here
I was just talking to Grandmother, that Luoyang brocade you planted is just too beautiful
Our Lu Family’s peony garden doesn’t have peonies that look this good”
Ling Jingshu tugged her lips lightly, “Cousin Qian is flattering”
Lu Qian did not seem to recognize Ling Jingshu’s coldness and continued to smile warmly, “Cousin Shu, I would like to ask you for advice on how to plant peonies
I wonder when Cousin Shu is free?”
Cousin Shu was called very affectionately
Did she know him that well?
Ling Jingshu frowned imperceptibly and responded perfunctorily, “Cousin Qian is so complimentary, I’m not ashamed of it
In fact, these peonies were planted by the florists, and I just watched from the sidelines, but I’ve gotten a reputation I don’t deserve
If you are interested in planting peonies, why don’t you go to the Peony Garden more often?
The florists will surely know what they are talking about”
Lu Qian was not discouraged even after she met with a soft rebuff and turned to Old Madam Ling, “Grandmother, you just told me that Cousin Shu is good at planting peonies
I sincerely asked Cousin Shu for advice, but she simply refused to pay attention to me!”
Ling Jingshu: “” This Lu Qian, hasn’t taken the wrong medicine!
Old Mrs Ling hadn’t seen her grandson for so many years, and had practically held him in her heart these past few days, obeying him
Hearing this, she immediately glanced at Ling Jingshu angrily, “Sister Shu, since A Qian is interested in planting peonies, just give him a few pointers”
Once Elder Mrs Ling spoke, Ling Jingshu couldn’t use the same words to excuse herself, so she whispered in a difficult voice, “Grandmother, men and women should be seated separately at the age of seven
Cousin Qian is also twelve this year, and it’s always inappropriate for me and him to go alone in the Peony Garden ” “Cousin Shu’s concerns do have merit”
Lu Hong’s eyes lit up and immediately grabbed the opportunity to interject, “I’ll just accompany him
That way no one will gossip”
Ling Jingshu: “” Ling Clan could see some hints from the side and smiled meaningfully, “Good, after lunch, you guys will go to the garden together”
Ling Jingshu pursed her lips, wanted to say something, but finally did not open her mouth
Although Ling Xiao cannot see Ling Jingshu’s expression, he is keenly aware of her gloomy mood and cannot help but secretly wonder
Cousin Hong is kind and friendly, and Cousin Qian is also described as lively and cute
But Ling Jingshu seemed to dislike both of their brothers Ah Shu, I have nothing to do anyway, so I’ll go with you guys to take a break in the Peony Garden later”
Ling Xiao smiled and tugged on Ling Jingshu’s sleeve
With him accompanying her, Ling Jingshu’s mood should always be better!
Ling Xiao’s little thoughts could not be hidden from Ling Jingshu
Ling Jingshu let out a hmmm, her brows spreading