Rebirth of the Excellent Daughter of the Marquis Household (REDMH) - Chapter 75

Gu Yu Qi thought that she should let all the maids go out for a walk. Maybe they would bring back a great scholar or general of the Qi dynasty. Then her house would be full of the influential figures of the future, how amazing would that be? Ohoho. Unfortunately, she was woken up to reality halfway in her dream.

“Young Miss, His Highness Prince An requires your presence.” Chun Xing walked in with a bowl of hot congee. She was delivering congee on Liang Huai Yu’s order.

Gu Yu Qi suddenly drooped and walked out of the room dejectedly.

The matter of a scholar being brought home had been reported to Liang Huai Yu. Gu Yu Qi said they should keep this person, so Liang Huai Yu did not object. However, she could not figure out why her daughter insisted on keeping this sallow and emaciated scholar.

Run Ying did not even know that she would bring back a future pillar of the country randomly. She just felt that this scholar was too pitiful and was goodhearted. So she simply complied with saying that good intentions should be rewarded.

The little girl cared more about this scholar than ever before. Seeing that his robes were all worn out and so dirty that the original colour was lost, she volunteered to make a robe for the scholar.

“The plague has begun.” As soon as Gu Yu Qi entered Yun Ke’s room, she saw Yun Ke sitting in the middle of the room. He spoke slowly without waiting for her to curtsey.

“So fast?” Although Gu Yu Qi knew the plague would inevitably happen, it began as soon as the rain stopped. It just made her a little uncomfortable.

“What are your plans?” Both of them had been reborn and they had also settled an alliance. Naturally, there was no need to cover it up. Behind doors, Yun Ke did not mince his words and spoke frankly, asking directly, “Do you want to hand over the prescription in your name?”

Gu Yu Qi thought for a moment, then shook her head, “I haven’t thought it over.” She said lightly.

Yun Ke’s eyes dimmed, “Then when are you bringing out the medicine?” He knew that Gu Yu Qi had stored a lot of medicinal herbs in the back courtyard. He lived here, so there was no way he would not know.

“What are Your Highness’ thoughts?” Gu Yu Qi asked.

“Let some time pass first.” Yun Ke thought for a while, then said slowly, “If you bring it out too early, I’m afraid it would break the natural law of the heavens.”

Natural law of the heavens? Gu Yu Qi frowned, then she understood. Originally, this plague would have killed many people but because of the two of them, those who were meant to die would not die. Was this not going against the heavens? It was an act against the heavens that she saved Liang Huai Yu. She did not know what the consequences were. Originally, Liang Huai Yu should already have been buried according to the customs required for the madam of the Marquis’ residence by now. Yet, she had wandered out and about with her. Many things had deviated from the original route because of her actions. Just like with herself, she had been obsessed with Yun Ke in the last life, but now? The two of them had allied. If she changed what was meant to happen too much, then she was afraid she really would not be tolerated by the heavens.

Although it was cruel, Gu Yu Qi had to think more about it. Sometimes, opening a plug-in was also a very scary thing, because you know clearly that you can change the trajectory of people’s lives, but you cannot change it at will.

The reason why Yun Ke asked Gu Yu Qi to wait was to see if Zhang Wan Yi had come up with a cure for the plague at the capital. Yet, now he vaguely foresaw that it was impossible for Zhang Wan Yi to come up with a prescription.

A plague had appeared in Jiangxia City. This had just been reported by the governor of Jiangxia City and he had reported it to the imperial court according to the rules. Secretly, he had also added to the urgent report for the imperial court that he was suffering from a bad illness.

In the previous life, he had indeed been infected with the plague as soon as he had arrived in Jiangxia City.

The governor of Jiangxia City learned that he was infected with the disease and sent a physician to see him, however, he deceived him. In his previous life, he almost died from the plague so naturally, he knew what the symptoms of the plague were. He still had a fever and as long as he had a little rash, it would be exactly the same as before he had the plague. Hence, the doctor would not say anything if he was already scared. This courtyard had been designated as a restricted area and others could not enter and leave at will. He had not told Gu Yu Qi this. In other words, Gu Yu Qi entering now meant she would have to live next to him in this courtyard for at least half a month. Thinking of this, Yun Ke felt a hint of a smile.

Who knew what kind of expression Gu Yu Qi would have after learning that she had been tricked.

Gu Yu Qi had been busy in the front courtyard just now and only knew that the Jiangxia City governor had sent someone over early in the morning, even making the trip personally. She had not asked about it so how could she know that Yun Ke had set a small trap?

Liang Huai Yu had talked to her just now. The Liang family in Jiangnan had finally replied. On the Jiangnan side, the plague had broken out before Jiangxia City and there were already people in their hometown who had been infected. Hence, the patriarch had paid more attention to the content in Liang Huai Yu’s letter.

The patriarch of the Liang family was willing to accept Gu Yu Qi back into the Liang family and let her change her surname to Liang, putting her on the genealogy chart. The patriarch would personally accept her as his granddaughter, so she would be regarded as a descendant. However, Liang Huai Yu was required to hand over the prescription to the Liang family entirely. The prescription would be verified by the Liang family and reported to the imperial court.

Liang Huai Yu could not make up her mind, so she discussed it with Gu Yu Qi. The Liang family wanted to take advantage of this plague to climb the social ladder. It was uncertain who they would send to the capital.

Gu Yu Qi could not make up her mind right then, so she told Liang Huai Yu she would think about it. Either way, Liang Huai Yu would not do her harm. Although it did not matter to her whether the Liang-shi was recognised or not, she could not bear to brush off Liang Huai Yu’s kindness. Speaking of which, her mother was already good enough to her, even something as scary as leaving the Marquis’ residence was left up to her.

So, when Yun Ke asked about the prescription, Gu Yu Qi thought about it, then decided it would be better to tell Yun Ke about the Liang family’s plan. After all, they were allied now and these things involved politics, so it was better to tell Yun Ke first.

Upon hearing this, Yun Ke frowned. It was understandable that Liang Huai Yu wanted to find a family for Gu Yu Qi to rely on. With the Liang family’s acknowledgement, Gu Yu Qi would be able to rectify her reputation and return to the circle of noble ladies. Even if she married in the future, she would have a better marriage.

It was just that when thinking of how others had taken credit for Gu Yu Qi’s contributions in the previous life, then just being a marriage partner for someone else in this life, even Yun Ke felt this was worthless for Gu Yu Qi.

In whose name would the Liang family present the prescription? Yun Ke was startled to realise that he did not know anything about the Liang family in Jiangnan.

“It would not be too late to let your mother find out about their motives first before giving them the prescription. How about this prince sends someone pretending to be your people to meet with the Liang family?” His secret guards had a special way of transmitting information and could quickly feed back news from Jiangnan much faster than homing pigeons.

Gu Yu Qi thought for a moment, then nodded. She also needed to understand the intentions of the Liang family. They could not be allowed to mess around.

However, if Yun Ke wanted to send someone, it was likely she would have to persuade her mother. How was she going to explain clearly to Liang Huai Yu that she had formed an alliance with Yun Ke now? This problem gave her another headache.

“Oh right. This prince is already infected with the plague.” Yun Ke saw that Gu Yu Qi was still thinking and spoke suddenly.

As soon as he finished speaking, Gu Yu Qi rolled her eyes exaggeratedly. Who was he kidding? Even if he had a little fever or his wound was a little inflamed, how would this be infected with the plague? However, she realised quickly that Yun Ke had sent news back to the capital that he was infected with the plague, just like in the previous life.

“Oh.” She answered without hesitation and continued to think about how to persuade Liang Huai Yu.

“This is already an epidemic area. Since you’ve entered, you can’t leave anymore.” Yun Ke said lightly, lowering his eyes.

“Oh.” Gu Yu Qi answered offhandedly, still thinking about her own problems.

Yun Ke saw that Gu Yu Qi barely responded. Surprised, he raised his eyes and looked at Gu Yu Qi. Seeing her pensive expression, the unsettled feelings in his heart subsided. He had thought she would strongly oppose this. He had not expected her to be so calm. This brought a touch of sweetness to his heart.

Perhaps she did not really hate him, but it was just that the resentment from the previous life made her unused to being close to him.

This thought made his heart skip a beat.

“Your room is next to this prince’s room.” Yun Ke cleared his throat and said calmly, his face was still cold.

“Oh.” Gu Yu Qi replied again, then suddenly felt something was wrong. Her eyes widened, “What room?”

His heart sank violently, Yun Ke suppressed the displeasure in his heart, “This prince is sick and this place has been designated a quarantine area. If you come in, don’t think about leaving within ten days to half a month. So this prince has arranged your room next door.” He repeated what he just said.

“What?” Gu Yu Qi leapt up. Why had she not thought of this…? Now that the news that Prince An had been infected with the plague has been spread, how could she sit here? “No, no.” Gu Yu Qi shook her head like a rattle, “Your Highness, this is impossible. Let me out first.” What a joke, having her live next door to His Highness Prince An. She would die okay? Die from disgust.

Seeing the disgust on Gu Yu Qi’s face, Yun Ke’s heart sank again. What was he in her eyes? In the previous life, she stuck to him regardless of everything else. In this life, she did everything to avoid him.

“You’ve already entered, it’s likely difficult to leave.” Yun Ke said in a low voice with a determination that Gu Yu Qi could not object to, “If you leave, this prince’s illness will be suspected by others. Do you want this prince to be charged with deceiving the emperor?” His voice hardened.

It was you who deceived the emperor, not me. Gu Yu Qi still shook her head like a rattle, “No, although this civilian girl is no longer the daughter of the Marquis, this civilian girl would be alone as a man and woman with Your Highness. What would others say to know we live in the same courtyard? If it spreads out in the future, how would this civilian girl get married?” No, absolutely now.

Still thinking about getting married? Thinking of Gu Yu Qi saying she wanted to marry someone else, Yun Ke’s heart was instantly ignited with anger.

Even if she wanted to marry, she could only marry him! What she had not gotten in the previous life, he would give her this life. Why was this woman always difficult to deal with?!

“This prince has already decided. This prince will no longer discuss things with you.” Yun Ke said coldly to Gu Yu Qi with a straight face.

Gu Yu Qi was also furious from the bottom of her heart, “I thought my alliance with Your Highness was on equal footing.”

Equal footing? Where did such childish words come from?

“Since we are already allies, then you must stay with me.” Yun Ke did not want to argue with Gu Yu Qi. He waved his hand, “This prince has already sent someone to notify your mother.” When Gu Yu Qi had stepped through the door, Yun Ke had already arranged for someone to report to Liang Huai Yu. “This is already a restricted area so you can’t leave and Liang Huai Yu can’t come in either. As for the prescription, this prince will decide. You don’t need to worry about it. In addition, this prince will send someone to contact the Liang family in Jiangnan. You don’t have to worry, just do your thing.”

Yun Ke’s tone instantly aroused Gu Yu Qi’s anger. Who did he think he was and why was it up to him to decide? Could it be that he thought all his decisions were right?

Seeing Gu Yu Qi’s anger, Yun Ke was also a little angry. He was already planning for her, what was this woman still being difficult about?

Did she think he would let the Liang family hand the prescription over? Even if he was unaware of this, it would be impossible for the Liang family to deliver the prescription to hisF Father the Emperor safely. It was true that they had been in Jiangnan for a long time and did not know the complexities of the capital. All materials presented to the throne had to go through the hands of Prime Minister Zhang. For something as important as the cure to the plague, did the Liang family in Jiangnan think that Prime Minister Zhang would allow the prescription to reach His Majesty so casually?

For the prescription to be presented to his Father the Emperor, first it had to go through Prime Minister Zhang, then secondly through His Highness the Crown Prince, then thirdly through the Virtuous Consort. It had been a long time since the Liang family in Jiangnan had left the circles of the capital. They wanted to return to the capital again so recklessly, how could any of it be simple? Any single one of these three people could take the credit for the prescription. At that time, the Liang family in Jiangnan would not only get nothing, they would instead be framed by these three people.

Had Gu Yu Qi not suffered such a hardship in the previous life? She had been reborn but did not have a long-term memory.

Yun Ke just felt that Gu Yu Qi did not know how to appreciate favours, but he had not expected that Gu Yu Qi never thought of handing over the prescription in her own name in exchange for credit. She was thinking about the Liang family in Jiangnan only because Liang Huai Yu wanted her to be included in the Liang family tree, that was all. As for whether the Liang family could safely present the prescription to His Majesty, what did that have to do with her…?

Unreasonable and still as stubborn as in the previous life! Gu Yu Qi was dizzy with anger and she gave Yun Ke a deep look. She swung her hand and walked out.

She went out the door and saw that the door to the front courtyard had been locked.

Surely she was not really going to be locked here with Yun Ke for half a month. Gu Yu Qi groaned in her heart.

Liang Huai Yu rushed to the back courtyard when she heard the news. However, there were guards from the palace guarding the gate and she could not break in. She could only stand outside and worry.

Yun Ke had sent someone to tell her clearly that he was infected with the plague and the place he lived had become a restricted area. Since Gu Yu Qi had entered, she could not leave unless his illness was cured. Liang Huai Yu was surprised. Her daughter, Gu Yu Qi, had clearly said she had the cure for the plague, so why did she not take it out and give it to His Highness Prince An for treatment? Why did His Highness Prince An designate this place as a restricted area?