The Martial Doctor

Cai Jin is an experienced swordsman agent. His cultivation and combat strength aren’t remarkable, but his tracking and investigation skills are extremely strong.

Moreover, he’s well-informed. In Dongshan City, there’s hardly anyone as informed as he is about the happenings.

Chen Xiaodao needed to verify the authenticity of this news, so he sought out Cai Jin.

The court’s reward of one hundred thousand taels this time is nearly the highest ever, and many swordsmen have their eyes on it, but not many are qualified to take on this task.

Therefore, to complete this mission, a team needs to be formed.

Moreover, there’s also a reward for the heads of the Blood Evil Thieves under Blood Evil, ranging from a minimum of five hundred taels to as high as five thousand taels.

This accumulates over time; it’s not a small amount of money.

Cai Jin was startled after hearing Chen Xiaodao’s words. He didn’t know where Chen Xiaodao got this information, but if it’s true, then it’s not just about swordsmen capturing court-determined criminals for bounty.

While swordsmen aren’t desperate outlaws, they are bold and reckless individuals, and this bounty involves the Crown Prince.

It must be related to the current struggle between the Crown Prince and King Qi.

Perhaps the assassination of the Crown Prince was arranged by King Qi, but without evidence, no one dares to speak rashly.

And now the news that Blood Evil appeared at a manor outside Lingyang Marquis City undoubtedly confirms this point, but the authenticity of the news is still uncertain.

One can only say there’s a possibility.

Many people didn’t expect Blood Evil to directly hide in the Marquis Lingyang’s manor, which fits the saying: darkness under the lamp.

Everyone thought they didn’t know where Blood Evil had fled, with many swordsmen thinking they might have gone to Li Hen City, or even entered the Longchuan Canyon.

Indeed, if a person enters the Longchuan Canyon, finding them is as difficult as climbing to the sky.

But the unexpected thing was that they were right under our noses, watching you search for them, while living a carefree life, enjoying good food and drink.

"Old Cai, you’re well-connected. Find out if Blood Evil is really hiding at the Xue Family Manor outside the city. This is crucial," Chen Xiaodao instructed.

"Yes, I’ll investigate now and report back later," Cai Jin cupped his hands and hastily departed.

...

Ji Fei’Er opened her eyes and found the person beside her was gone, but the daylight was already shining through the window, indicating it was morning.

The scattered clothes were also tidied up, folded neatly, and placed at the bedside.

Last night, she unexpectedly slept defenselessly with him through the night, not even knowing when he got up and left.

This had never happened in all her years. She used to always stay vigilant, even when resting, even in the Moon Palace.

Such a defenseless sleep until broad daylight was only a memory from her childhood.

This man was willing to listen to her past, understand her, support her, and even brought her the joy of being a woman—something she had never dared to imagine before.

Moreover, he paved the way to the Tianyuan for her.

Perhaps it started as merely a transaction or coercion, but now she feels that staying by his side might not be such a bad thing.

The Moon Palace was too oppressive, full of deceit, and suffocating.

No wonder Si Miaoxue wanted to escape; Yue Mei’Er, the daughter of the Yue Clan’s leader, also didn’t want to return. It’s indeed relaxed, joyful, and free here.

A completely different way of life.

"Sister Fei’Er is up. The young master instructed that you’re a bit different from us and need some care, so he specifically told me to bring this ointment for you..."

Ji Fei’Er blushed slightly upon hearing this. She knows her situation well; last night she indulged in pleasure, forgetting these things. Upon waking up, she indeed felt a bit uncomfortable, although bearable. She hadn’t expected Lin Miao to be considerate enough to think of these things.

"Come, let me help you."

"No need, Lianxin, I can do it myself..."

"You can’t. Don’t worry, we’re all women, no need to worry about disadvantage." Lianxin chuckled, "The young master explained that you need to adapt for a while, but later on, it won’t be necessary."

"How did he even tell you this?"

"What’s the harm? The young master is a physician. In our household, we don’t avoid such topics, just don’t mention them in public or to outsiders." Lianxin stated, "After you have breakfast, I’ll take you to your room. Since you’re staying long-term, you can’t stay in a guest room, you’ll need your own dedicated room."

"Where is the young master?"

"He went out for an emergency case. A child had a fever early this morning, and someone begged for help, so the young master went with the madam and hasn’t returned yet."

Ji Fei’Er nodded.

...

"Thank you, Mr. Lin, you truly are a great benefactor to our family..."

"There’s no need for this, brother. I’m a physician, and it’s my duty to heal and save lives. Besides, you paid for the house call." At the patient’s home, Lin Miao reached out to help the kneeling father of the young patient to his feet.

"This child’s fever convulsions are common, but don’t panic. Pay attention to a few key points, and it’s not a major issue..."

"Got it."

...

"Difficult birth?"

"Alright, I’ll go over there now. Go and call Xia Zhu over. I estimate that my senior sister and I won’t be enough; we need three people..."

Back home, not even having a sip of water, the family of a pregnant woman in labor trouble came over. They had found three midwives, but none could help.