The Exiled Villainess and Her Shopping Dimension

Chapter 233

Another thing he realized from Furen Mu’s actions was that she hadn’t specifically said it had to be him. The person who would do the job didn’t necessarily have to be him. It was as if the opportunity was right in front of him, but he was about to let it slip away from his hands. The feeling of discomfort and anxiety made him decide to do something he never thought he would dare to do.

His right hand grasped the woven hat and quickly pulled it off, even though he lowered his head to hide the horrifying scars that always made him want to die whenever he saw them. He feared that the mistress of the house would faint at the sight.

The others gasped loudly. Even Nanny Wan Gui was shocked by the sight. She knew that he had a terrifying face from being burned as a child, but she had never actually seen it before. Who would have thought it would be this terrifying? The burn marks were still evident, and his face that should have been smooth was full pits. Rui Beng covered her mouth to prevent herself from exclaiming. If even she was shocked, what about the mistress?

Thinking this, the naive girl looked at her mistress out of concern and was startled to find that her mistress was no longer in her seat.

"Miss!" Rui Beng exclaimed loudly when she saw the delicate figure heading down.

"Miss!" Even he found it terrifying, so it was not surprising that others were shocked.

However, a shadow appeared in front of him. As he was looking down, he caught a whiff of a pleasant fragrance close to him. Furen Mu’s slender hand touched his chin and lifted it, allowing his eyes to meet her beautiful face.

As Furen Mu examined his scars, she squinted slightly as if deep in thought. Her serious expression without any sign of disgust made her the only person other than his grandfather to react this way. Everyone else, upon seeing his face, reacted at least as strongly as Wan Gui and Rui Beng. Some might scream and call him a demon.

There were also many faint-hearted people who would faint, making it difficult for him to find work. Employers feared such incidents and the negative impact on themselves.

Yueqian didn’t heed everyone’s objections; she was only pondering which medicines could help him. Among the types of medicine, the best would be those directly purchased from the department store, with formulas that had been thoroughly researched and included both curative and restorative properties.

Although she knew how to concoct medicine here, the process was much more difficult. The Bai Region lacked many rare herbs, and the methods were complex. Yueqian was reluctant to go through such trouble. What she was considering now were the various tonics and how to provide them. Regarding the scars, many medical innovations by skilled physicians should be able to treat them. However, since these scars had been present for a long time, it would take quite some time.

"M-Miss, men and women shouldn’t be so close," Wan Gui hesitated slightly.

She couldn’t even bring herself to look at the terrifying face of the wandering musician, yet her mistress dared to touch him closely. With no other reason to dissuade her mistress, Wan Gui reminded her of the propriety of men and women being close.

To Wan Gui, who had raised many children and served as a nanny and assistant to pregnant women, ensuring safe pregnancies, she had been exposed to the mindset of the upper class extensively. One such belief was that during pregnancy, a woman should avoid anything inauspicious.

They also believed that being close to virtuous people would grant the child great power, and being near beautiful people would result in a beautiful child. Thus, many households meticulously selected servants for pregnant women to ensure the child was born perfectly.

Though Wan Gui felt pity for him, she didn’t want her mistress’s child to be unlucky. To avoid any adverse effects on the unborn child, Wan Gui forced herself to open her eyes and tried to remain indifferent. She quickly pulled her mistress’s arm away.

"Umm, I understand," Yueqian didn’t reprimand her. Besides, she had finished her examination.

When the beautiful woman let go, the young man lowered his head again, but this time his ears turned red with embarrassment. He didn’t know whether to feel ashamed or embarrassed. It was truly a novel experience. The fact that such a stunning woman didn’t show any disgust towards him made it all the more surprising.

Yueqian noticed his expression and smiled slightly before explaining.

"I have some knowledge of medicine, so I don’t feel anything about these small scars." The beautiful woman waved her hand dismissively.

"You, you have medical knowledge as well?" The wandering musician was a bit surprised.

She was the furen of a Governor. How could someone of her status have medical knowledge? It was a challenging job that involved dealing with many patients, most of whom weren’t pleasant to look at. Typically, only those of moderate or poor background would be interested in learning such skills. The nobility might dabble in it for prestige and reputation, but it was usually just for show.

"Yes, I concocted the medicine for the plague," Yueqian smiled, subtly boasting about her abilities to impress others. As expected, the young man’s eyes widened slightly, and he nearly rushed forward to kneel before her upon hearing this.

"Furen Mu, in that case, my father’s condition..."

"That depends on your decision. I’ve given you the terms," Yueqian interrupted, reiterating what she needed to confirm.

The wandering musician hadn’t even asked about his own condition. No matter how disfigured his face was, he didn’t care. He only wanted his benefactor, his grandfather, to be treated and cured. So, Yueqian didn’t mention treating his face again and repeated her question.

Her capability was somewhat proven by her lack of fear towards his appearance. This showed that Yueqian was a doctor who had treated many people and encountered much worse, making her unfazed by his scars. If she had shown fear, the young man might not have felt as confident in her abilities.

"I-I agree. If I agree, you’ll help my grandfather, right?"

"I will help to the best of my ability. But if your grandfather..." Yueqian didn’t give false assurances, so she had to set conditions as well.

In this case, if his grandfather’s condition was within the realm of what could be treated, she would certainly help. But if it wasn’t, they would have to leave it to fate. She had real skills, but she wasn’t a god controlling people’s destinies.

"I understand. As long as you help, I will follow and serve you," he said earnestly. Yueqian nodded in acknowledgment.

"So, what is your name?" Normally, musicians wouldn’t reveal their real names when hired, as they intended to sell their art. If given the choice, they would rather be seen as the characters they portray, making it easier for the audience to connect with their roles. Since the other party had agreed to be her subordinate, Yueqian decided to be a bit forward and ask

"My name is “Liang Rui.”"

"Liang Rui, is it? That’s a good name." They conversed briefly. The tasks she had for him hadn’t begun yet, but she gave him a gold coin to hire an external doctor for an initial check-up.

Yueqian, being pregnant, couldn’t afford to venture outside, especially into densely populated areas of the poor, as dangers could often come from there. Many criminals hid there to evade the authorities. If they saw a seemingly weak and easy-to-bully Yueqian, they would probably rob her first. Despite having many means to protect herself, she didn’t want to be reckless, especially with another life growing inside her. Yueqian was thus more cautious.

Moreover, if Liang Rui brought his grandfather to the manor, it would be impossible to conceal their cooperation. Their collaboration had to remain secret.

This wandering musician was to lead a troupe of top performers in the Region, allowing him to discreetly gather information by integrating into various households. If everyone knew he was associated with her, their enemies would be unwilling to hire them. Yueqian wanted to avoid this scenario, so she would not let this relationship to be discovered by others. She could still rely on some junior disciples, and it would not be too burdensome for them.

"Hire a doctor to check on your grandfather first. After that, I’ll send someone to verify the diagnosis."

"And about the work you need me to do..." Liang Rui asked about the important matter. Yueqian shook her head.

"It’s alright. I’ll send someone to inform you about the work later. And... please keep this collaboration a secret," Liang Rui paused for a moment upon hearing that.

It seemed Furen Mu had grander plans than he initially understood. Yet, having mounted the tiger, how could he dismount? He nodded in agreement before being sent out of the manor in the dark of night under the starlight.

After sending him off, Yueqian began organizing her plans. She had a script that could become famous and music that could delight people. However, she wasn’t fully aware of Liang Rui’s abilities. If he had the capability she needed, recruiting people shouldn’t take more than two months. After that, the troupe would be operational.

Of course, she would still be in the capital during that time. Upon learning of her pregnancy, a royal decree had arrived at the manor, instructing her and the Governor of Red Earth City to remain in the capital until the child was born. As for the Red Earth City, someone else would be sent to manage and coordinate the affairs that they had done.

This outcome was partly due to the ambitions of the greedy, but it also benefited them. Those sent to work in their stead would gain credit and might skim some profits. Who knew how they would negotiate with the tribes and whether they would keep some benefits for themselves? However, these people were under the Second Prince’s faction.

Mu Heng and Yueqian, who sided with the Wang supporting the Second Prince, couldn’t think too much about it. This was advantageous for their supported faction. If they wanted power to come their way, Mu Heng had to support the other side and maximize their benefits.

Two months passed quickly. The first batch of herbs had been delivered, alleviating the Bai Region’s worries. They also reaped numerous benefits from this. Even the Hu Region had sent their representatives themselves, and it would be another week before they arrived.

"There is a royal decree for us to attend the meeting with the envoys. Even your name is on the list," Mu Heng was slightly displeased when he mentioned this matter.

He had tried to object. His wife was five months pregnant, entering the sixth month, and her belly was growing larger. Even now, she needed to move frequently to stay comfortable. Yet, they expected her to attend such a chaotic meeting!

"It’s alright. Don’t worry. I can attend the meeting," Yueqian tried to reassure her husband with a smile.

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