Chapter 407: Chapter 403: Not Just One Supporter

Mrs. Yu didn’t really come to seek medical advice from Qin Liuxi; she only wanted to familiarize herself with the place so she could find it again if needed.

But unexpectedly, this shop was involved in some strange kinds of business.

Qin Liuxi examined her pulse and said, “Madam’s fetus is quite secure. Medicines have their side effects, so there’s no need for any fetus-preserving medicine. Just pay attention to your daily routine and diet. Now that the fetus is nearly five months, Madam has gained some weight. You should not overindulge in rich food, eat more fruits and vegetables, have an egg daily, and if you can afford it, drink some cubilose occasionally, and having some nourishing soup will suffice.”

“Shouldn’t a pregnant woman take supplements? It’s about one person eating for two,” Yu Qiucai didn’t understand.

Qin Liuxi smiled and said, “Madam is not young anymore; excessive supplements could not only affect her but also the fetus inside her. If the fetus grows too large, childbirth could be troublesome. Just ensure meat is part of the three daily meals; don’t overdo it. Eat small amounts frequently, and make sure to digest properly after meals.”

She looked outside the shop; snowflakes were falling and said, “Now that it’s cold, it’s not good to walk outside, but even walking in circles inside the house helps with digestion. Strengthening the body before childbirth is beneficial. This is just me showing off a bit; during the later stages of pregnancy, both doctors and midwives would normally mention this.”

Mrs. Yu touched her face somewhat awkwardly, “No, what you said is very timely. These days I always feel hungry and want to eat more, almost oblivious to the potential big issues it could cause.”

Qin Liuxi was about to modestly deflect the compliment when someone rushed in through the snow.

“Who is in charge of this shop?” The person asked anxiously as soon as he entered.

Qin Liuxi stood up, walked around the table, and positioned herself in front of Mrs. Yu, also giving Yu Qiucai a knowing look.

Mrs. Yu noticed her protective gesture and couldn’t help but smile comfortably.

Qin Liuxi addressed the newcomer, “I am the Boss, what do you need?”

“You? You’re so young.” The man looked Qin Liuxi up and down, frowning, “Then, is there a master who can expel evil spirits here? Hurry and let him come with me, my master will pay handsomely.”

Qin Liuxi replied, “Currently there are still customers in the shop, I am unable to leave. If you need consultation, please have your noble master come here himself.”

“What? He should come here? No, do you even know who my master is, he…”

“No matter who it is, if they need consultation, they must come here,” stated Qin Liuxi, gazing at him firmly, “And even if he comes, I might not be able to help your noble master.”

“Dammit, you’re so pompous!” the man stomped his foot.

“You’re the one being pompous,” Yu Qiucai stepped forward and sternly said, “When asking for help, you should show some respect. What kind of attitude is this? You think you can impose your will on others? Who is your master? I’d like to hear which official’s authority is so grand that we must obey his summons.”

“Exactly, I too would like to hear which nobleman’s dog, unleashed, has come barking here,” Zhou Wei emerged from the inner hall followed by Zhou Ning.

Yu Qiucai turned around, seeing Zhou Wei’s prestigious appearance and somewhat familiar features, though he couldn’t recall where he had seen him.

Zhou Wei approached, first nodding at Yu Qiucai, then turned to the man in the short jacket, arrogantly saying, “Is it you who’s causing this disturbance?”

His gaze was cold and disdainful, as if looking at a mere ant.

The servant, overwhelmed by their overt and covert ridicule and immense authority, suddenly came to his senses.

He usually follows not ordinary civilians, but the young master of Mr. Ma from the County Magistrate Mansion of Ling County next door. Used to behaving arrogantly on normal days and was in a hurry to come over, he did not thoroughly assess the situation and spoke recklessly. Now, it seems he was blinded by urgency.

The servant himself was observant and quick-witted. Once he cleared his mind, he saw that the people in the room were all of extraordinary bearing, with the elder one even addressed as “My Lord,” exuding an authority surpassing even his own County Magistrate. Realizing he had kicked an iron plate, he hurriedly bowed to apologize.

“I deserve to die, I was rash with my Lord, please forgive me. I was just anxious and spoke without thinking, I did not mean to offend.”

When it came to business matters, Zhou Wei and Yu Qiucai did not overstep their bounds, but turned their gaze to Qin Liuxi, both expressing with their eyes, “It’s up to you whether you want to go or not, we’ll support you!”

Qin Liuxi looked at the servant and asked, “How did you find this place?”

The servant swallowed his saliva and replied, “When your store was inaugurated, a few amulets were distributed, right? My young master got one, and then…”

Qin Liuxi narrowed her eyes, “Did he receive it directly from my hand?”

During the inauguration, only five talismans were given away, and she knew exactly who received them because those were only given to people who appeared righteous and slightly fortunate.

But the countenance of the man in front of her, with a narrow Yintang, a short chin, and dense yet messy eyebrows, suggested he was the type to take advantage of others and was calculating and petty.

Sometimes, you can judge a master by his servant. Such an impolite servant, likely spoiled by his master, suggested that his master was also no good character.

Of course, she may be prejudiced in thinking this as such people are commonplace, especially among those who serve, calculating and looking for advantages.

However, there was a hint of resentful yin evil aura about him, even darkening the Yintang with a hint of blood light.

There were no yin souls following him, this yin evil energy was probably picked up from his master.

Qin Liuxi questioning thus, the servant’s eyes flickered, hesitating and not daring to speak plainly.

“It seems not then.” Qin Liuxi could see it at a glance: “You can leave, my peace charm helps those it should.”

“No, it’s not that my young master personally received the charm, but it was mortgaged by someone else.”

“How much Silver can a mere peace charm mortgage? You dog of a trickster, clearly lying through your teeth, now scurry away from my sight!” Zhou Wei rebuked.

How precious a peace charm is also depends on who painted it, but who wouldn’t know this, and who would use such a charm as a mortgage or acknowledge this mortgage?

Clearly, the servant was lying.

The servant, in a panic, said: “It truly wasn’t a mortgage.” He fumbled with his lips and said: “Someone offended my young master and compensated with a wallet, and that peace charm was placed inside the wallet. My young master held it in his hand for less than a quarter of an hour when the charm spontaneously combusted.”

“You dare to spout nonsense?” What charm combusts spontaneously? Isn’t that a ridiculous claim?

Moreover, this scoundrel was dodging back and forth, it’s unclear whether it was compensation or theft.

Zhou Wei was about to step forward, but Qin Liuxi stopped him and shook her head, then asked the servant, “When this charm ignited, what harm did your young master avoid?”

The servant’s complexion turned fearful, he hung his head and murmured: “Someone wielding a kitchen knife acted violently, almost chopping my young master.”