PFC Chapter 126 Thinking of a Countermeasure
Chapter 126 Thinking of a Countermeasure
After Song Qingwan left, Xiao Hechuan had no heart to read anymore. He closed the book and went to the backyard.
Xiao Hechuan was actually mentally prepared for the princess's visit today. After all, Prince Huai's Mansion would not inquire about him for no reason.
But he didn't expect that the person who came was Princess Huai herself, which surprised him a little. In the past, those who wanted to get in touch with the Xiao family would send a servant to invite them.
After all, he was just a businessman, how could he deserve those dignitaries to condescend to come and invite him personally? He didn't expect that this young Princess Huai would impress him.
However, Xiao Hechuan didn't want to get involved in any court struggles, so he flatly rejected Song Qingwan's offer.
In his opinion, the reason why Prince Huai's Mansion approached him was simply because they hoped that the Xiao family could provide financial support for Prince Huai's bid for the throne.
"Is mother awake?"
"My Lord, the old lady just woke up and is sitting now."
"Well, you go down first. I'll find a way to change her food into something lighter in the next few days."
"Yes, master."
Xiao Hechuan opened the door and walked into the room, and at first glance saw his mother sitting on the couch in a daze.
"Jixiang, who is here?"
"Mother, it's me."
"Chuan'er, you don't have to come to see me every day. Just go and do what you have to do."
"Is there anything more important than a mother? I see that you are in good spirits today."
"Well, what can I do if I can't get over it? I'll just be blind. I won't live for many more years anyway."
"Mother, please don't say such things. You will live a long life."
"Live blindly for another few decades? Chuan'er, I'd rather die and reunite with your father in the underworld."
Xiao Hechuan shook his head helplessly. Ever since his mother lost her sight, she had started to give up on herself and always said such depressing words.
For this reason, Xiao Hechuan has been offering a large reward to a doctor to treat his mother's eyes. If anyone can cure his mother, the Xiao family will agree to any conditions and any amount of money.
But the notice had been posted for several years, and many doctors had come, but none of them could cure the disease.
I tried all kinds of prescriptions and folk remedies, took a lot of supplements, and bought all kinds of rare medicinal herbs, but still nothing worked.
Over time, old lady Xiao lost her confidence and no longer held any hope.
Xiao Hechuan also understood that he was only saying this to comfort his mother, as his mother's eyes were probably incurable.
"Mother, if you want to eat anything, just ask the servants to buy it for you."
"I know, Chuan'er, you don't have to worry too much. Mother won't commit suicide."
"My son understands."
Old Madam Xiao understands her son. Xiao Hechuan has great ambitions and talents, but he is frustrated and cannot find a wise leader.
How could she bear to abandon her lonely son? She would rather suffer alone than end her own life.
Xiao Hechuan called Jixiang and asked her to buy some fresh pastries for a change.
Jixiang went to the dim sum shop he usually went to and explained the situation to the owner, who looked embarrassed.
"Miss Jixiang, you have already bought all the cakes in our shop. We really don't have anything else."
"Boss, please help me. Our master will pay you whatever you want."
"That's not what I meant. We naturally believe in the Xiao family's financial strength, but there really is no other kind."
"Our old lady likes sweet food. Her current condition can only be improved by eating more desserts. Boss, please think of a solution."
Song Qingwan, who was also selecting pastries on the side, immediately stopped when she heard the word "Xiao family". Madam Xiao, is there something going on?
When Jixiang finally walked out of the cake shop, Song Qingwan immediately packed a portion of chestnut cake, and then seemed to inquire about Old Madam Xiao's situation unintentionally.
When the shopkeeper heard Song Qingwan asking about this, he immediately started pouring out his grievances as if he had found a soulmate. He was almost driven crazy by this family.
"Oh? Why do you say that? The Xiao family won't owe you money, right?"
"Hey, young lady, what are you talking about? Who is the Xiao family? How could they be short of money?"
"Then why are you so sad? It's no different from running someone's business."
"You may not know that this old lady Xiao is the mother of Mr. Xiao Hechuan. She suddenly fell ill a few years ago and became blind after she recovered."
"Can't see?"
"No, she is blind. In the past few years, the Xiao family has been offering a reward to find someone to cure the old lady, but they have not succeeded."
"Are the conditions offered not attractive enough?"
"How could that be? Patriarch Xiao said that if you can cure the old lady, you can ask for any conditions you want."
Song Qingwan suddenly had an idea and thought of a way. She quickly asked where the notice was.
"Just look along the street. You'll see one a few dozen meters away."
"Thank you, shopkeeper."
Song Qingwan picked out some cakes, paid for them and left the shop. She looked along the street and saw a notice on the wall not far away.
Song Qingwan stepped forward and tore off the notice, then went back to the inn and told Chunya and Arong the news.
“Miss, do you mean to treat Madam Xiao?”
"Yes, and then I can take this opportunity to propose conditions to Xiao Hechuan."
"What do you want me and Arong to do? Just tell me, Miss."
Song Qingwan couldn't help laughing. She pinched Chunya's face. She looked so cute.
"You don't have to do anything, just wait for me at the inn."
"Princess, why don't you let the master go with you? He can protect you if necessary."
"You little bastard, I've told you so many times not to call you Miss outside."
"Oh, I know."
They are traveling incognito this time, and the main purpose is to keep a low profile. How can she be called the princess?
That afternoon, Song Qingwan came to the Xiao family's door alone again. After knocking on the door, the servant again stuck his head out.
When he saw it was Song Qingwan, his eyes lit up, then he lowered his head and muttered softly.
"Why are you here again? Weren't you all kicked out by the master?"
"Young man, please let him know. I can cure his mother."
"Really? Then I'll go tell the master right away. Please wait a moment."
When the servant heard Song Qingwan's words, he quickly ran into the backyard. It had been a long time since anyone came to treat the old lady. What if it worked?
Xiao Hechuan was a little surprised when he heard what the servant said. Could Princess Huai cure his mother? Could he believe it?
After some thought, Xiao Hechuan decided to invite Song Qingwan in first and ask her carefully.
Song Qingwan was quickly invited in. She held a notice in her hand and then showed it to Xiao Hechuan.
"Does what's said here count?"
"A man's words are worth a thousand gold. How can you not acknowledge them?"
"Then can I go and see the old lady's condition?"
Xiao Hechuan considered it for a while before agreeing. After all, there was currently no way to restore his mother's sight, so he might as well give it a try.
So he decided to agree to Song Qingwan's suggestion and let her see, maybe there really is a way?