PDLP Chapter 135 Rootless Water
Chapter 135 Rootless Water
The government office was brightly lit, and a large group of people gathered here, making it very lively.
"How about it?"
When Xu Yiyi entered the inner room, she was surprised to find that there were more people inside than outside.
"He hasn't woken up yet. Elder Wu speculates that he might have been poisoned..."
Zhong Congyun shook his head, frowning.
Old Wu was the old medical officer that Xu Yiyi found at his stall.
On the bed.
Fang Zhiyi was lying on the bed with a pale face, looking somewhat scary.
"Poisoned?"
Xu Yiyi was puzzled. Fang Zhiyi had just taken office, so logically speaking, he shouldn't have enemies so soon.
"I can't say for sure yet. I'm still watching."
Zhong Congyun was very worried as it was a turbulent time.
If Fang Zhiyi doesn't wake up, Ping'an Town will probably be in chaos.
"It's definitely poisoning."
Elder Wu washed his hands and walked out. "But this poison is very strong. It has already entered the internal organs, causing the blood and qi to flow backwards. I have used acupuncture to temporarily slow the spread of the poison, but a complete cure is still needed."
After Mr. Wu said this, Zhong Congyun frowned even more tightly.
"If you need any other medicine, just tell us. We will go to every pharmacy and get it for you."
Fang Zhiyi is actually the county magistrate of Lingxi County, but because Ping'an Town is a key area for trade development in the county, he stays here for a long time.
Compared with the previous one, Fang Zhiyi can be considered a good official.
Not for anything else, just because Fang Zhiyi truly did good things for the people, they would risk their lives to make it happen.
"The medicines I'm talking about may not be available in ordinary pharmacies."
Old Wu shook his head. He had been practicing medicine for decades and knew that unless the disease was extremely difficult to treat, he could always find the necessary herbs.
But Fang Zhiyi made him feel troubled.
"This poison is called the Dream Poison. Those who are poisoned by it will fall into a fantasy world, unable to distinguish between reality and illusion. Sometimes they will see beautiful scenes, and sometimes they will find themselves in terrifying places. Their minds will gradually become lost, and they will laugh or cry wildly. Their bodies will also become weak, and their pulses will become disordered. If they remain in this fantasy world for a long time, they will eventually suffer a mental breakdown and die..."
Old Wu sighed. This kind of poison was too torturous.
"Just tell me! What medicine do you need?"
Zhong Congyun stepped forward and bowed.
He has the determination to help Fang Zhiyi get all the medicine.
"You need to pick calamus from the deep of the swamp, add a secret detoxification pill, as well as jade-petaled snow lotus, century-old ginseng, and deep-sea pearls. Grind them into powder, then mix it with rootless water. Take it internally and apply it externally."
The more Mr. Wu said this, the more difficult it became for Zhong Congyun to understand.
I gritted my teeth and felt a little worried.
"Officer Zhong, I have both the century-old ginseng and the detoxification pills. I can also write a letter to my senior brother about the Jade-petaled Snow Lotus. He stumbled upon one while traveling around the martial arts world a few years ago. I'll go get it for Lord Fang to use as medicine, but you'll have to figure out the rest on your own..."
After saying this, Mr. Wu shook his sleeves.
Sat down and ate slowly.
"Isn't rootless water just rain? It has no obvious source, as if it falls from the sky, without any "roots" in the earth. The elders in the tribe have observed the sky and know that there won't be any rain in the next few days.
Then this rootless water could also be dew, formed naturally at night, absorbing the essence of heaven and earth, and is equally pure."
As soon as Xu Yiyi finished speaking, Mr. Wu nodded.
"It seems there are still smart people among you."
Xu Yiyi met Zhong Congyun's gaze and continued, "You can send people to collect the night dew and the water calamus from the deep swamp. As for the deep-sea pearls, I'll take care of them."
Xu Yiyi patted her chest and said that she was good at swimming and it would not be difficult for her to get the pearls.
"Hey! Let me explain first, this deep-sea pearl is not an ordinary pearl. It has a strong luster and a thick and fine layer of nacre on the surface. It must have a mirror-like luster. Those that are just for show won't count."
Seeing that Xu Yiyi looked confident, Mr. Wu quickly interrupted her.
"Old Wu has only been here for a short time, so he doesn't know yet. Yiyi is a famous swimmer in Ping'an Town. All the ingredients she sells at her stall are salvaged from the seabed. If she can't find these deep-sea pearls, I'm afraid it will be difficult to find another person in such a short time..."
Zhong Congyun praised with a proud look on his face.
"Look how proud you are! Someone who doesn't know would think she's your wife."
Mr. Wu spoke very directly, and as soon as he finished speaking, Zhong Congyun could no longer laugh.
It was almost there… Zhong Congyun said silently in his heart.
Seeing that there was something wrong with Xu Yiyi's eyes, she turned her head away.
"How many days will it take for Elder Wu's antidote to be delivered?"
Xu Yiyi asked, there are almost no pearls in the waters around Wanghai Island, if she wants these deep-sea pearls she has to go to the provincial capital.
It takes a whole day to go there and back, not including the time spent looking for pearls.
"Within two days!"
Mr. Wu smiled and pointed with his finger.
"You are comparing one to another."
Xu Yiyi reminded him that Old Wu had gray hair, a hunched back, and a shaky gait.
She couldn't help but wonder, is this person reliable?
"It's not important, it's not important. All you need to know is that you must gather all these medicines within two days. Otherwise, even a god on earth can't save him. You don't necessarily have to go down to the sea to find deep-sea pearls yourself. If you have the money, you can buy them directly in the capital."
After eating and drinking his fill, Old Wu wiped the oil from his mouth and glanced at the sky outside. "I'm going back tonight. Remember to send someone to stay behind to look after us."
After saying this, he slowly walked out of the government office.
"Without further delay, I will depart for the capital city tomorrow. The calamus and rootless water deep in the swamp will be handed over to you."
They didn't have the money to buy deep-sea pearls, so if they wanted to get them, they really had to go to the provincial capital.
Xu Yiyi followed Mr. Wu out, and his children had already packed up the stall at the dock.
He was sitting in the boat waiting for her.
"How is Big Sister? Is Master Fang okay?"
Er'er came forward and asked with concern.
"Not very good. I have to go to the capital to find medicine for him tomorrow. You have to keep an eye on my three younger brothers at home."
Xu Yiyi touched her little head, and Xu Anyang waited until she was seated firmly before rowing the boat away from the dock.
Er'er was very happy when she heard this. Since her elder sister was not at home, they could set up a stall and make money.
"You can buy Ding Ding candies yourself tomorrow, Si Hai."
Er'er said happily, Sihai touched Wuyuan's little face with his little hand, and raised his head with a puzzled look when he heard this.
"why?"
……
"My eldest sister is going out, so we'll set up a stall tomorrow. I'll give you a little more of the money we make, so you'll have enough money to buy it, right?"
Er'er sighed and explained to Sihai.
Unexpectedly, when the child heard this, he shook his head violently.
"I don't want it."
She pouted her little mouth and turned her head towards the sky.
Sanchuan was afraid that he would twist his neck if he twisted it so hard.
"You promised to buy it for me, you can't go back on your word."
Sihai has a strong argument.
"Okay, okay, I'll buy it for you, but the money I'll give you tomorrow morning will still be the same as before."
Er'er waved her hands. She just wanted to tease her brother.
The money is ready, I will definitely buy it.
Xu Yiyi smiled as she watched the kids playing around, thinking that this Ding Ding candy must be really delicious.
Sihai was still muttering about it when he fell asleep at home.
The sea breeze blew through the windows of the stone house, blowing away the dryness and depression inside.
Early the next morning, Xu Yiyi took her household registration and boarded a merchant ship bound for the provincial capital.
As soon as they got on the boat, Qingshan came up to her and spoke mysteriously.
"I'm going to the capital city. Do you want to go with me to meet someone?"
Xu Yiyi looked at him intently.
Looking at him like this, I thought it was related to Xu Yinli.
"Don't go."
Xu Yiyi refused without thinking.
"Listen to me first! Your aunt, my wife's eldest brother, has a son who is about your age. They are a well-off family in the local area. I watched him grow up, and he's not bad looking. But when it comes to looks, you two are a match."
Qingshan said this tentatively, and when he saw that Xu Yiyi didn't react, he increased his speed.
"If you're not willing to marry into a merchant family, I do know some officials. You've heard of County Magistrate Wei, right? He's an eighth-rank official. His second son has passed the imperial examination, making him a rare talent. I have a close relationship with County Magistrate Wei. If you're interested, I'll go ask him right away."
He looks just like the second son of County Magistrate Wei..."
Qingshan didn't say it at first, but he felt that it was a pity for Xu Yiyi, who was so good-looking, to be paired with such a person.
"Uncle Qingshan! I'm only thirteen and it's only been a few months since I broke off the engagement. I still have several children at home, so I don't want to think about these things now."
Xu Yiyi said with a smile, and Qingshan thought how could that be possible.
Just when he was about to say something, Qingshan was called away.
Xu Yiyi hid back on the second floor.
He didn't even give Qingshan a chance to say these words again.
The merchant ship sailed on the sea for most of the day. It left the ship early in the morning when it was still dark, and it was already noon when it arrived at the provincial capital.
It’s so far!
There is no other way to go, and the only way to travel is by water.
Xu Yiyi handed the household registration to the garrison on the coast for inspection, and Qingshan behind him just emerged from the boat.
She has already got her household registration back and landed.
The figure slipped out of the crowd and disappeared in a flash.
"Run away, don't force me to do what I told you earlier. Think it over carefully. Come to my house for dinner tonight. I'll ask your aunt to prepare the food for you..."
Qingshan was standing on the boat with half of his body exposed.
Shouting at the top of his lungs towards the shore.
I don’t know if Xu Yiyi heard it or not.
"Old Song, who are you yelling at? You're so loud! You're almost deafening me."
……
"Yeah, yeah, you're not yelling at those beautiful young ladies, are you? I tell you to be more careful. If my sister-in-law finds out, you'll be kicked out of the house..."
The garrison on the coast laughed and joked.
"Fuck you, what are you talking about? I'm not as disgusting as you think."
Qingshan retorted rudely, gave a few instructions to the crew, and then went ashore with his things.
The Song family business was well-known in the provincial capital, and Qingshan's generation had established connections with the government.
So when he came ashore, no one checked him closely.
Xu Yiyi arrived at the West Market as if he was familiar with the place. It was noon and the sun was shining brightly.
The restaurant was bustling and very bright.
The sign outside the store swayed gently in the wind, and the sign shone brightly in the sun.
The sound of spatulas colliding in the kitchen and the calls of diners outside were intertwined. Xu Yiyi walked straight to the empty seat and sat down.
"Waiter, bring me another twenty crab roe dumplings..."
……
"okay."
The waiters were busy shuttling around, their trays filled with delicious dishes, from fresh steamed fish, juicy roasted meat, to exquisite stir-fried dishes and tasty soups.
Everything is available.
This is a restaurant opened by a Hu person. Because the exchanges with overseas are very close here, Hu people can be seen everywhere, so there are many foods in the restaurant opened by Hu people that are not available in the local city.
Xu Yiyi looked curiously at what the diners were talking about as crab roe dumplings. They were in the shape of a roll with openings on both sides, and were actually stuffed pasta.
She also ordered ten.
A serving of rice with oil, a bowl of cold noodles with locust leaves, and a plate of steamed crabs.
The waiter then brought over a portion of fried beans, and Xu Yiyi slowly picked up the beans with chopsticks and ate them.
A crunchy bite.
The crab roe dumplings were quite fragrant when they came up.
The skin is soft and tender with the aroma of flour.
After biting it, the crab roe spreads in your mouth with a crunchy texture.
After eating fried shrimp and grilled fish made of rice, cool and refreshing cold noodles, the red steamed crab was served.
She first broke open the crab legs, pinched them with her slender fingers, and squeezed out the tender crab meat.
After prying open the crab shell, the golden crab roe looks like a treasure.
She threw away the spoon and bit it with her mouth.
The way of eating is a bit rough, but it is extremely satisfying.
……
After eating and drinking, Xu Yiyi strolled to Zhechou Mansion to find Lin Ke.
However, the attendant told him that Lin Ke had taken the inspector out.
Xu Yiyi had to go to Qingshan's trading company to borrow a boat, and then go to the place where he had encountered many pearl clams.
He wore the pliers and fishing net bag borrowed from Qingshan on his waist, and jumped into the water with a splash.
In the distance, there was a girl working on her beadwork.
There were several small boats floating on the sea, and they were a little surprised to hear Xu Yiyi's movements.
Xu Yiyi dived to the bottom of the sea without distraction. Dense seaweed swayed above the colorful coral reefs.
The coast west of the city is a seabed with a large number of pearls.
This is why there are so many pearl divers and pearl merchants in the city.
The rope leading to the pearl girl in the water appeared in front of Xu Yiyi through the light.
Not far away, seven or eight pearl girls were searching for wild pearl shells.
Xu Yiyi's arrival surprised them a little. They all looked over at the same time.
The entire pearl seabed is more than ten miles long, and Xu Yiyi's purpose is not to make a profit.
After swimming past a coral reef, Xu Yiyi began searching on the seabed.
She couldn't even wait to bring the pearl shell up and pry it open. She held the dagger to open the pearl shell, took out three rice-sized pearls, and threw the shell away.
The shell floated away with the current.
Xu Yiyi was so worried that she forgot to give Wu Yuan a kiss before leaving.
The pearl that Mr. Wu needed had to be the size of a thumb, and the few she opened in a row were too small.
Behind him, a girl with pearls floated back to the surface of the sea to breathe.
As soon as he came out, he told the people on the sea about Xu Yiyi's actions.
"She had a fishing net on her waist, so I thought she was going fishing. I never imagined she was picking up pearl oysters while driving."
Zhu Nu was very angry.