Chapter 178: Suddenly Ill

e. She felt so content. This was the first time she had felt the benefits of being married.You needn't constantly guard against your stepmother's seemingly kind but cruel heart, nor need you daily pay...For a moment, Meng Jin Yao steadied her heart and lowered her eyes. Seeing the wound on her left hand was already bandaged, it looked quite serious at first glance. She couldn't help but say: "It's not bleeding anymore, it would be fine without bandaging."

Gu Jingxi glanced at her and said in a gentle voice: "Although it's not a serious injury, if it's not bandaged, bumping into something accidentally will cause bleeding again, which is not conducive to recovery. Especially the wound on the elbow, the friction of the fabric will also hurt."

Meng Jinyao was slightly stunned, then nodded.

Moments later, her attention was drawn to Gu Jingxi's hands. They were slender and white, with clearly defined knuckles, like jade meticulously carved. They were a delight to the eye.

Lost in thought, she drifted off again.

After a long while, Gu Jingxi bandaged her wound and let go of her hand. Seeing that she was still holding up her right hand, he said, “Madam, you’re alright now.”

But Meng Jinyao seemed not to hear him. He called out again, "Madam"

It was then that Meng Jin Yao slowly came back to her senses, meeting the man's puzzled gaze. She felt a pang of annoyance in her heart, wondering what was wrong with her today. She had always known Gu Jing Xi was handsome, but she hadn't stared at him like this before. Today, however, she kept getting lost in thought, as if she had never seen a man before.

Gu Jingxi saw that her face was not right, and asked again, "Is something wrong"

Meng Jinyáo's heart pounded nervously. She shook her head repeatedly, "No, nothing. I'm just tired from all that commotion."

Gu Jingxi originally wanted to ask her what happened and why she was injured, but seeing her drooping her head, she seemed really tired. So he didn't ask anymore, thinking that he could ask tomorrow after a good rest. He said, "Then sleep. It's getting late."

Let Qingqiu and Ningdong bring in some water to wash up briefly, then the couple lay down to rest.

Today, two major events happened, both of which greatly shocked Meng Jingyao's psyche. This evening, she slept very restlessly and even had nightmares after falling asleep.

Gu Jingxi was lightly sleeping when he heard movement beside him. He woke up, and under the moonlight, he could see the young girl frowning tightly, beads of sweat appearing on her forehead, mumbling softly in her sleep, as if she were having a nightmare.

"My Lady"

Gu Jingxi called her name, and reached out to gently pat her shoulder, trying to wake her up. When his hand touched her shoulder, he was taken aback. She was wearing thin pajamas, but through the fabric he could feel the warmth emanating from her body. It was summer, so it was hot, and her skin felt warmer than usual for the season, but it wasn't that hot.

Is this a fever coming on

Thinking this, Gu Jingxi's face tightened, and he hurriedly reached out to touch her forehead. Her forehead was burning hot, clearly a sign of fever.

It's late now, and it wouldn't be good to take the little girl to see a doctor. After all, Lingyun Temple is on the mountain, quite a distance away. It would be too tiring for someone who's sick to travel by carriage or boat. There's no other choice but to find another way for now.

Gu Jingxi hurriedly put on his outer robe and went next door to wake Qingqiu and Ningdong.

Upon learning that their master had a high fever during the night, the two maidservants were deeply worried and utterly at a loss. It was late at night, and they were in a temple on a mountain. Where could they possibly find a doctor

Gu Jingxi, who was usually calm and composed, remained unflustered. He commanded in an orderly manner: "Qingqiu, you go find the master in charge of the guest rooms and ask if there is a master here who understands medicine. Ningdong, you go fetch a basin of warm water."

Two maidservants heard this and immediately went to do it.

Gu Jingxi sat on the edge of the bed, using a handkerchief to wipe the fine sweat from the little girl's forehead. Because of the high fever, the little girl's cheeks were flushed, her lips were pale, and her two crescent eyebrows were still tightly furrowed. It was unknown whether she had a nightmare or was uncomfortable because of her illness.

This sickly appearance is heartbreaking to look at.

A person with a high fever should not be covered in blankets, otherwise their condition will worsen. He took off the thin blanket from the little girl.

Not long after, Ning Dong hurried over with a basin of warm water. Thanks to the booming incense business at Lingyun Temple, there were often pilgrims staying overnight. Many of them came from wealthy families, so for their convenience, the temple kept hot water available even at night.

Ning Dong put down the copper basin and asked, "My lord, the warm water is here. How would you like to proceed"

Gu Jingxi replied, "Let me help Madam wipe her forehead, neck, armpits, and limbs to dissipate heat."

As the winter approached, Ying responded immediately. She quickly brought a copper basin forward and placed it on the stool beside the bed, ready to help her master undress. She instinctively glanced at Gu Jingxi, only to find him facing away from them, seated in a chair by the tea table.

Seeing this, Ning Dong was slightly taken aback and thought to herself: Lord Hou is truly a gentleman. Even though he's married to his wife, he doesn't take advantage of the situation.

Even though it was winter, Ning Dong didn't hesitate. Acting swiftly, he stripped Meng Jin Yao of her clothes and wiped her body according to Gu Jing Xi's instructions, hoping to lower her fever.

Soon, Qingqiu returned as well, her expression downcast. She brought back some bad news: "My lord, there is a master who understands pharmacology in the temple, but that master went to gather medicine and hasn't come back yet. According to other masters, he usually takes two or three days to return after going out to collect herbs.

Gu Jingxi heard this, his brows furrowed even deeper, worry etched in his eyes. He ordered, "Then go fetch a basin of warm water."

Qing Qiu answered and glanced at Ning Dong, understanding the use of warm water. She immediately rushed to fetch some, for a high fever was no joke. If it couldn't be brought down, it could be fatal.

That night, Gu Jingxi and her maidservants Qing Qiu and Ning Dong stayed up all night. Gu Jingxi stayed in the room tending to Meng Jin Yao, while Qing Qiu and Ning Dong took turns fetching water and wiping Meng Jin Yao's body every few minutes.

Luckily, Meng Jingyao recovered from her fever two hours later, and the three of them had a safe night.

It was still early, Gu Jingxi had originally told Qingqiu and Ningdong to go back to sleep, that he would just watch over here. But the two maids were worried about their master and couldn't sleep, so they stayed in the room with him.

In the morning, the warm sun shone down, dispelling the darkness, and the world was filled with light.

Meng Jinyo slowly awoke, blinking her eyes open to find Gu Jingxi and her two maidservants in the room. Upon seeing her awaken, they all rushed forward, leaving her feeling somewhat confused. Seeing the weariness on their faces, she asked, "Did you all have a bad night's sleep"

As soon as she opened her mouth, Meng Jinyao felt her voice dry and hoarse.

Gu Jingxi asked softly, "Madam, how are you feeling now Is there anything uncomfortable"

Meng Jin Yao replied truthfully, "My throat is dry and I'm a little thirsty, and my head feels a bit dizzy. What's wrong with me"

When Qingqiu heard this, she hurriedly went to pour her a cup of warm water to soothe her throat.

Ning Dong was the most transparent person, her eyes welling up with tears as she choked out, "Madam, you suddenly had a high fever last night, scaring your servants. I and Qing Qiu, along with Master Hou, stayed by your side all night. It wasn't until dawn approached that you finally cooled down."

Meng Jin Yao listened in surprise: "I had a high fever I don't know."

Gu Jingxi spoke softly, "You were delirious last night and didn't wake up at all. It's understandable that you don't know anything about it. But what matters is that you're fine now. After breakfast, we'll head back to the estate and have the family physician take a look at you."

Having said that, he ordered Ningdong to fetch breakfast from the dining hall and told Qingqiu to bring water in for washing up.ard this, the hope in his eyes extinguished once again.Qing Qiu thoughtfully replied, "Madam, Li Guan is the only child of Qiao Mama. He is her flesh and blood. Perhaps he would turn against you for...