allonlinenovel Chapter 2177 Great Storms and Waves, First Madam
Chapter 2177 Great Storms and Waves, First Madam
After hearing Huo Changxu's words, the First Madam smiled gently.
She said calmly, "You should have told me sooner. Why did you keep it from me?"
If you had told me earlier, I could have helped you think of something useful.
"Your mother has seen it all in her life. This little thing isn't enough to make me lose my composure."
Huo Changxu quickly nodded and said, "It was my oversight that I didn't dare to tell you without your consent, fearing that you would worry. Please forgive me, Mother."
The First Madam shook her head, her gaze falling on Huo Changxu: "You are acting out of filial piety, I don't blame you."
"But if something like this happens again, don't hide it from me. We, mother and son, can be of one mind and deal with it together."
She pondered for a moment: "Bring me the booklet that records the returners. I'll see if I recognize any names and maybe find some clues."
Huo Changxu quickly replied, "Okay, I'll go get it right away."
The abbot stepped forward and said, "Madam, the water in the bucket outside, besides for brewing tea, should all be from this spring. Perhaps it can gradually improve your condition."
The First Madam nodded slightly: "Thank you for your trouble, Master."
"Madam, you're too kind," the abbot said, then looked at Doctor Cao, "Doctor Cao, let's go out first and let Madam rest well."
Doctor Cao nodded and followed the abbot outside. Before leaving, he reminded him, "Madam, if you feel dizzy or have any other discomfort, please let us know immediately."
Before long, Huo Changxu came in with a booklet: "Mother, this is the booklet. It records the names and addresses of all the people who came to return goods, as well as the residences of servants from some wealthy families. It's all recorded in detail."
The First Madam took the booklet and flipped through it page by page. When she reached the middle page, her gaze suddenly stopped, landing on a name. Her brows furrowed slightly, and she said softly, "Did Madam Cao go too?"
Huo Changxu was standing to the side. Seeing his mother's strange expression, he quickly came forward and followed her gaze to the line of records.
He looked closely and then said, "Mother, Madam Cao is not on the return list. The manager of the Qian family's spice shop just mentioned her."
"A few days ago, Madam Cao bought some calming incense from the Qian family's shop. Later, both of our incense shops had their incense turn bad. The Qian family's manager was uneasy, so he specially sent someone to the governor's mansion to inquire whether the batch of incense Madam Cao bought had the same problem."
He paused, then added, "The people he sent back reported that Madam Cao had no intention of returning the goods; she just casually remarked, 'Is there something wrong with the spices this time?'"
The shopkeeper figured that since Madam Cao had specifically asked about it, there must be something wrong with the calming incense, but she was too embarrassed to return it due to her status or other reasons.
Upon hearing this, the First Madam pondered for a moment and said, "Go and prepare the sedan chair. I want to go to the Governor's Mansion to see Madam Cao in person."
"Okay, son, I'll go and make the arrangements right away."
The streets were bustling with people, and the sounds of vendors hawking their wares and vehicles mingled together, creating a lively and vibrant atmosphere.
The sedan chair moved smoothly forward. The First Madam leaned against the soft cushions inside the sedan chair, closed her eyes to rest, but her mind kept thinking about the connection between the spice going bad and her unconsciousness. She vaguely felt that there must be a complicated reason behind this.
The sedan chair stopped in front of the governor's mansion.
Governor Cao, dressed in casual clothes, strode out with a warm smile on his face: "Madam Huo, Second Young Master, please come in, please come in! I was unaware of Madam Huo's visit today, please forgive my lack of hospitality!"
The First Madam stepped out of the sedan chair with the help of Zhang Mama, her gaze falling on Governor Cao.
He had a smile on his face, but there was a hint of worry between his brows and a trace of weariness in his eyes.
"You're too kind, Governor Cao," the First Lady nodded slightly, her tone gentle. "I hope you won't take offense at my visit today."
“What are you saying, Madam?” Governor Cao stepped aside to lead the way. “Please come in quickly, let’s talk inside.”
The First Madam asked, seemingly casually, "Prefect Cao, you seem troubled. Has something happened in your household?"
Upon hearing this, Governor Cao's smile faded slightly, and he sighed helplessly, "Alas, to be honest, something has indeed happened in the manor that is causing me considerable worry."
"Oh? I wonder what it is?"
Governor Cao shook his head, his tone full of worry: "These past two days, for some reason, the lady has suddenly fallen ill. She is always drowsy and can't seem to wake up. Even when she does wake up, she has no energy."
The First Madam and Huo Changxu exchanged a glance, a knowing look flashing in their eyes.
Huo Changxu quickly said, "Prefect Cao, what a coincidence! My mother also had similar symptoms a few days ago and was unconscious for a long time before she woke up."
We were just about to ask Dr. Cao to come and give my mother a follow-up examination. Why don't we have Dr. Cao examine Mrs. Cao as well?
Upon hearing this, Governor Cao's eyes lit up: "That's right! How could I have forgotten about Physician Cao!"
He slapped his forehead in frustration: "I've invited several well-known doctors in the city to treat me these past two days, but they can't find any cause. They just say my pulse is stable and I'm fine."
This lethargy and drowsiness is truly worrying. If only Physician Cao could come!
"Medical Doctor Cao is on his way and should arrive soon," Huo Changxu said.
"Yes, yes, yes," Governor Cao replied hastily, quickening his pace. "Madam, this way please."
Following Governor Cao through several corridors, we arrived at the inner courtyard.
"Is the lady awake?" Governor Cao asked softly.
The maid replied, "Master, Madam has just woken up."
Governor Cao nodded, pushed open the door, and turned to the First Madam, saying, "First Madam, please come in."
Madam Cao lay on the bed, covered with a thin blanket, her long hair loosely draped over her shoulders, her face pale, her brows furrowed with weariness, and she looked quite haggard.
Hearing the noise, Madam Cao slowly opened her eyes. When she saw Governor Cao and the First Madam, a look of surprise flashed in her eyes. She then struggled to sit up.
“Madam, there’s no need for such formalities,” the First Madam quickly stepped forward and pressed her arm. “You’re not feeling well, so you should just lie down. I came today because I heard you weren’t feeling well, so I came to see you specifically.”
Madam Cao smiled weakly, her voice slightly hoarse: "Thank you for your concern, Madam. I'm truly sorry to have troubled you to make this trip in person."
“Why be so formal between us?” The First Madam sat down on a chair by the bed, her gaze falling on Madam Cao’s face. “I also fell ill with a strange disease these past few days and was unconscious for a long time before waking up. The symptoms are quite similar to yours.”
Are you also experiencing severe dizziness, feeling heavy and sleepy, and lacking energy even when awake?