Transmigration: Becoming the Wicked Stepmother of Four Children

Chapter 45 Detoxifying the Old Lady

Just then, a carriage stopped in front of Lu Qingqing's house.

Doctor Chu and Magistrate Li Mingxiu alighted from the carriage.

Lu Qingqing and Lin Yunlan walked forward together, and Lu Qingqing introduced them to Lin Yunlan:

"It is Doctor Chu from Baohetang and the county magistrate."

Lin Yunlan was taken aback at first, then immediately bowed to the magistrate with Lu Qingqing.

The county magistrate was approachable and waved his hand with a smile.

He gestured for his men to move the prepared gifts into the yard.

The courtyard quickly became lively, and the children curiously gathered around.

He secretly observed these unfamiliar yet distinguished guests.

Lin Yunlan taught the children to bow to the county magistrate.

Although the children were somewhat timid, they still followed their father's instructions.

He performed the greeting in a proper and respectful manner.

The county magistrate immediately praised:

"They're all good kids!" His voice was gentle and kind.

This helped the children relax a lot.

Lin Yunlan quickly said:

"You flatter me, sir. The children are ignorant and we hope you will not take offense."

The county magistrate smiled and shook his head:

"Not at all, not at all. This magistrate sees that these children are all clever and intelligent, and they will surely have a bright future."

Lu Qingqing chimed in from the side:

"Thank you for your praise, sir. It's all thanks to you."

The atmosphere in the courtyard became even more harmonious because of this praise.

The children's faces were also filled with the joy of being praised.

Lu Qingqing told the children to go play on the side first.

She then asked the county magistrate if he had something to discuss with her.

The magistrate, somewhat embarrassed, clasped his hands in a respectful bow and said:

"I have come here abruptly because I have something important to discuss. I hope you will not take offense, Madam."

Lu Qingqing said:

"Sir, please speak frankly. I will do my best to help you."

The county magistrate gestured, and then Doctor Chu explained his purpose to Lu Qingqing.

Doctor Chu, with a solemn expression, cupped his hands and said:

"Madam, to be honest, the magistrate's mother has suddenly fallen seriously ill."

It looked like poisoning, but we searched through medical books and tried every method imaginable...

However, they were unable to determine what kind of poison caused it.

Since the last time my wife taught me how to cure snake venom,

I then knew that the lady's medical skills were superior to mine, and quite remarkable.

It was truly an emergency, which is why I recommended my wife to the magistrate.

I hope you won't take offense, Madam.

Upon hearing this, Lu Qingqing frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said:

"Dr. Chu, you flatter me. Saving lives is a doctor's duty."

How could I possibly blame him?

I wonder how the old lady's condition is now?

Doctor Chu sighed deeply:

"The old lady is currently unconscious, her pulse is erratic, and her condition is extremely critical!"

Lu Qingqing's expression tightened, and she said:

"Then let's not delay, let's set off and take a look."

The magistrate looked grateful and said, "Thank you for your trouble, Madam."

Lu Qingqing nodded slightly, then turned to Lin Yunlan and said:

"Yunlan, I'll be right back. You stay home and take good care of the children."

Lin Yunlan nodded and replied, "Qingqing, don't worry, I'll take care of things at home."

Subsequently,

Lu Qingqing then left in a carriage with Doctor Chu and the county magistrate.

Lin Yunlan watched the carriage disappear into the distance, her resolve growing stronger.

Lu Qingqing was no ordinary woman.

Lu Qingqing followed them to the county magistrate's house, where she found the old lady's room crowded with people.

Everyone looked anxious and their faces were full of worry.

The county magistrate led Lu Qingqing forward, and Lu Qingqing's expression was solemn.

We began a simple check in an orderly manner.

She first examined the old woman's complexion and tongue coating, and then carefully took her pulse.

I already had some guesses in my mind.

Lu Qingqing murmured to herself:

"It's definitely poisoning. The poison can't be detected even with a silver needle. It seems we need to get it tested."

Those around her looked puzzled upon hearing her words, wondering what the "test" meant.

Seeing Lu Qingqing's resolute expression, everyone seemed to see a glimmer of hope.

They all stared at her expectantly, hoping she could perform a miraculous cure and save the old lady from her predicament.

Lu Qingqing said to the county magistrate:

"Sir, please have everyone leave first. I need to give the old lady a thorough examination."

Upon hearing this, the county magistrate immediately nodded solemnly.

Turning to the people inside the room, he said:

"Everyone, please leave now and do not disturb the lady's treatment."

Although the crowd had their doubts, they dared not disobey and filed out one after another.

The magistrate was the last to leave the room, and then he closed the door behind him.

At this moment, only Lu Qingqing and the unconscious old lady remained in the room.

It was so quiet that you could almost hear Lu Qingqing's tense breathing.

Lu Qingqing removed the medical devices from the system space.

He concentrated intently on examining the old lady.

Outside the door, apart from Doctor Chu, the other doctors were discussing amongst themselves.

"What real skills could this woman possibly have? We can't do anything about her, so how could she?"

A doctor with a long beard stroked his beard, his face full of suspicion.

"That's right, that's right. The magistrate is just grasping at straws in his desperation, actually believing a young woman."

Another short, stout doctor shook his head and said.

"Hmph, I think it's just a publicity stunt."

A tall, thin doctor gave a disdainful snort.

Most of them questioned Lu Qingqing.

Hearing these words, Doctor Chu frowned and couldn't help but say:

"Please don't jump to conclusions too soon; let's wait and see."

But the doctors wouldn't listen at all, and kept talking back and forth.

The magistrate's family overheard the doctors' conversation.

They each had their own thoughts and feelings.

The lady paced anxiously back and forth, twisting her handkerchief in her hands, muttering to herself:

"What should we do? What should we do..."

The young lady stood to the side with a sorrowful expression, secretly shedding tears.

Only the magistrate's son comforted his father, saying:

“Father, I believe that Madam Lu will definitely cure Grandmother. I trust her.”

These words greatly comforted the county magistrate.

He patted his son on the shoulder, sighed deeply, and said:

"I hope so. I also hope that she can find a way to save your grandmother."

Lu Qingqing, inside the house, was completely unaware of the commotion outside.

He continued to examine the old lady with complete concentration.

About half an hour later, Lu Qingqing's test results came out.

She let out a soft sigh, her expression slightly tired.

But a hint of determination shone through his eyes.

After tidying up the medical equipment and putting it back in the system space, she walked to the door and gently opened it.

The crowd outside immediately gathered around, and the county magistrate, impatient as ever, asked:

"Madam, how is the situation?"

Lu Qingqing nodded slightly and said:

"My lord, I have determined the cause of the poison that the old lady was poisoned with."

Upon hearing this, everyone's spirits lifted, and their eyes were fixed intently on Lu Qingqing.

Waiting for her to continue.

The magistrate was overjoyed; as long as he knew what kind of poison it was, he should be able to cure the patient.

He respectfully asked Lu Qingqing:

"Madam Lu, may I ask what poison my mother has been afflicted with?"

Lu Qingqing's expression was solemn as she spoke slowly:

"The poison that the old lady was afflicted with was extremely rare; it was a mixture of poisons."

It contains the poison of the corydalis flower from the Western Regions and the poison of the local Gelsemium elegans.

The combination of these two poisons creates a complex and intertwined toxicity, making it extremely difficult to treat.

The magistrate's face turned pale, and his voice trembled:

"Then...is there a way to detoxify?"

Lu Qingqing nodded gently:

"My lord, please do not worry. I already have a plan, but I need some time to prepare the medicine."

Upon hearing this, the magistrate, as if grasping at a straw, hurriedly said:

"Just tell me what medicinal herbs you need, and I will do my best to find them."

Lu Qingqing frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said:

"The medicinal herbs needed for this detoxification include Tian Shan snow lotus, century-old Ganoderma lucidum, and deep-sea pearls..."

The county magistrate frowned as he listened to the description of these precious medicinal herbs.

But he still said without hesitation:

"Don't worry, Madam, I will do everything in my power to find these medicinal herbs."

Lu Qingqing quickly said:

"My lord, please don't be in such a hurry."

Some of these medicinal herbs may be available at Baohetang.

Let's go take a look there first.

The group immediately set off for Baohetang.

The magistrate was filled with anxiety throughout the journey.

Meanwhile, Lu Qingqing silently planned out the steps to detoxify.

Upon arriving at Baohetang, Doctor Chu hurriedly helped find the necessary medicinal herbs.

Fortunately, the century-old Ganoderma lucidum and some other medicinal herbs were found at Baohetang.

But neither Tian Shan snow lotus nor deep-sea pearls exist.

The county magistrate was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, pacing back and forth in circles.

Everyone was trying to come up with a solution; the atmosphere was tense and oppressive.

Suddenly, Lu Qingqing had a flash of inspiration!

How could she forget something so precious?

This Tai Sui is the medicine that cured Lin Yunlan!

A look of surprise appeared on her face, and she said excitedly:

"I've got an idea! The Tai Sui might be able to cure this poison!"

Everyone looked bewildered, not knowing what this Tai Sui was.

Lu Qingqing quickly explained:

"Tai Sui is an extremely rare substance with miraculous medicinal effects."

"I used it to save my husband before, and maybe it can save the old lady this time too."

The magistrate, as if seeing a glimmer of hope, said eagerly:

"Then please fetch it quickly, Madam!"

Lu Qingqing said:

"My lord, please don't worry. Let's go back first, and leave everything to me."

After obtaining all the medicinal herbs, Lu Qingqing immediately began to prepare the antidote.

After a period of intense work, the antidote was finally prepared.

She personally administered the medicine to the old lady, while everyone else held their breath in anticipation.

He silently prayed that the old lady would recover from her critical condition.

The county magistrate anxiously inquired of Lu Qingqing:

"Madam Lu, when will my mother be able to wake up?"

Lu Qingqing replied calmly:

"My lord, please don't worry. It will take some time for the antidote to take effect after the old lady takes it."

When she will wake up depends on the old lady's physical condition and her reaction to the medication.

But I will keep a close watch and inform the adults immediately if anything happens.

Upon hearing this, the county magistrate felt somewhat relieved.

But he continued to pace around the old lady's bedside, his eyes never leaving her.

About fifteen minutes later, the old lady on the bed slowly woke up.

"Wake up! Wake up!"

Someone shouted first, and the previously quiet room was instantly filled with excited exclamations.

The magistrate rushed to the bedside, his voice trembling with excitement:

"Mother, how are you feeling?"

The old lady blinked weakly, her lips trembling slightly:

"My son... I feel much better."

Lu Qingqing stepped forward, took the old lady's pulse, and said with a smile:

"The old lady is out of danger and will recover after a little more rest."

Other doctors also stepped forward to take the pulse, their eyes gleaming with disbelief.

The long-bearded doctor, looking ashamed, cupped his hands and said:

"Madam Lu's medical skills are superb; we are ashamed of our inferiority!"

The short, stout doctor chimed in:

"This has truly broadened our horizons; Madam Lu is no less capable than any man!"

The tall, thin doctor blushed and said:

“Madam Lu, I was blind before and offended you. I hope you will forgive me.”

Lu Qingqing smiled and said:

"Doctors, you flatter me. Everyone has their own strengths in practicing medicine and saving lives. We can all learn from each other."

The doctors all looked ashamed.

Upon hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief and felt extremely grateful to Lu Qingqing.

The county magistrate repeatedly expressed his gratitude:

"Madam Lu, we are very grateful to you this time."

Our Li family will never forget your immense kindness and generosity!