第115章 倒贴

胡广志正在畅春园外的值事房里呆着看医书，林晏晏被封为康平郡主的消息传来。胡广志捋了捋胡须干咳两声，这还差不多。

"Judge Hu, is Miss Lin really your disciple?" several doctors curiously asked while surrounding Hu Guangzhi.

"Could it be anything but true?" Hu Guangzhi arrogantly raised an eyebrow in response.

“听说那林小姐精通药膳之道，也是胡院判您教的吗？”

“咳咳，这是她自己悟的，与我无关。”胡广志如实道。

Ahem, she learned it on her own, it has nothing to do with me.

Hu Guangzhi squinted: "Are you also interested in learning medicinal cuisine?"

"No, not really. I'm just curious. I heard that Miss Lin's Tongyuanlou specializes in medicinal cuisine and has a thriving business."

Hu Guangzhi said, "You shouldn't underestimate medicinal cuisine. It is an extremely profound knowledge. It's not just about cooking some food. To excel at medicinal cuisine, one needs to have a comprehensive understanding of medical principles, medicinal ingredients, pathology, and the various components and effects of different ingredients. Only with deep insights can one truly achieve the goal of combining medicine and food, and have the preventive, therapeutic, and health-preserving effects that promote longevity."

After listening, several doctors couldn't help but show respect to Miss Lin. In their original concept, medicinal cuisine was just about dietary supplementation, anyone could do it. They didn't expect there was so much knowledge involved in it.

"Does Miss Lin have any medical skills besides making medicinal food?"

Hu Guangzhi chuckled, "Even if you all combine together, you still won't match up to her."

The few doctors felt embarrassed. Is Miss Lin really that impressive?

"Judge Hu, let's invite Miss Lin to the Tai Hospital another day and ask her for guidance!"

"You guys want to challenge her, huh? I advise you to give up on this idea early on, lest you bring humiliation upon yourselves." Hu Guangzhi speaks so frankly, not because he wants to elevate his disciple, but because it is the truth.

The physicians were disheartened and dispirited due to Hu Yuanpang not appearing like someone who would speak big words.

Perhaps only someone as talented as Miss Lin could catch the attention of Hu Yuanpang!

The birthday banquet in the palace is currently underway, while Minister Xiong's family from the Ministry of Works has arrived at Marquis Ding'an's mansion in a formidable manner to seek justice.

Madam Lao and Mrs. Zhou heard that Xiong Shangshu's son was beaten by Jing Yuan, so they quickly ordered someone to call for Jing Yuan.

As a result, Jing Yuan arrived with a swollen and bruised face, admitting that he had indeed beaten someone surnamed Xiong.

Now the Xiong family is even more indignant, claiming that their son's nasal bridge is broken and he vomited blood last night, demanding an explanation from the Lin family.

Lin Jingyuan had a sudden fit of anger and wanted to hit someone, but was stopped by the old lady.

The old lady kept speaking kind words, apologizing to the Xiong family, and in the end, they settled the matter by compensating with five thousand taels of silver for medical expenses. Translated content: Lin Jingyuan had a sudden outburst of anger and had the urge to physically harm someone, but was restrained by the old lady. The old lady continuously spoke in a pleasant manner, apologizing to the Xiong family. Eventually, they resolved the situation by offering a compensation of five thousand taels of silver for medical expenses.

可把老夫人给心疼坏了，林家今非昔比，家底已经快被姚氏那贱人败光了，要不是上次从朱家讹了三万两银子，这五千两都拿不出来。

等熊家人走后，老夫人骂林景元：“让你去国子监是去念书的，你倒好，跑去跟人打架，景文和景修在书院念了这么多年书从未与人红过脸，你怎么好的不学，尽学坏的。”

"Grandmother, it's that Xiong surname woman who deserves a beating. Big sister was there last night, we had clearly agreed that everyone would each pay for their own medical expenses. But then she comes knocking on our door again, a whole family of untrustworthy and deceitful people." Lin Jingyuan exclaimed angrily.

"Did your sister go to Chanyiju last night?" the old lady seized the key point.

"Yes, indeed. These guys were being arrogant, but when big sister arrived, she immediately slapped them twice and they didn't dare to make a peep."

The old lady nearly fell backward, pointing at Lin Jingyuan and trembling, unable to speak for a while.

Zhou Shi was also dumbfounded.

Is Jingyuan referring to Lin Yanyan? Lin Yanyan went and slapped someone twice... Zhou Shi couldn't even imagine that scene.

As Lin Zhenzhen helped her grandmother massage her back and soothe her energy, she said, "Grandmother, take good care of your health. I think Big Sister was also upset about Fourth Brother being beaten, which led to her impulsiveness. When she comes back, you can talk to her and reconcile."

The old lady took a breath and said with pain and frustration, "Is it that we have lost our elders, or is it that we have lost our men? Should we let an unmarried girl step up and take charge? If this spreads, how will others see our Lin family, our daughter?"

"Grandmother, things are not as you imagine. Everyone admires Big Sister."

"Admire my ass," the old lady cursed in desperation.

"What would others say about a young woman getting into a fight with a man? It's uncultured, calling her a motherf***er would be an understatement. Even worse, if this reputation spreads, who would be willing to marry her in the future?" I understand the context of the conversation. It seems like there is a disagreement between the grandmother and someone else regarding the actions of Big Sister. The grandmother disapproves of Big Sister's behavior and is concerned about the potential negative consequences.

"Grandmother is right. Big sister really didn't handle this matter properly. Others might even think that all the girls in our Lin family are unruly." Lin Zhenzhen agreed.

"Lin Zhenzhen, what does it have to do with you? If it wasn't for my sister being fierce and outspoken, would you still be here making sarcastic comments?" Lin Jingyuan retorted.

Lin Zhenzhen's eyes turned red and she cried, "Grandmother, I knew I couldn't be accepted in this family... You better find a nunnery for me to live out the rest of my life!"

"Can't you find a nunnery yourself? Or should I introduce one to you? Hurry up and go, right now, what are you still trying to gain sympathy here for?" Lin Jingyuan had long been displeased with Lin Zhenzhen.

It's frustrating how you are happily trying to steal someone else's fiancé, but it seems that karma caught up to you. Thankfully, the older sister set aside past grievances and convinced our second uncle to bring the person back. It's one thing to not appreciate what you have, but it's another to continue instigating and causing trouble. You've really been spoiled.

"Shut up." the old lady scolded.

Mrs. Zhou hurriedly stepped forward to persuade Jingyuan: "Jingyuan, your grandmother is in a bad mood, so you should say less."

"Why should I say less? Every time there is a problem at home, it's always my sister who takes the lead. It was clearly that guy with the surname Xiong who deserved to be beaten yesterday, but my sister fought for justice for me. And now you're all bowing and apologizing to them, even giving them so much money. If my sister were here, they wouldn't dare to try? They wouldn't even be lucky if they were chased out with a broom."

"Lin Jingyuan, it seems like it was my mistake to let you and your siblings in the Muyuan Court manage yourselves. As a result, you both have become more unruly in your conduct without any discipline from your elders. From today onwards, everything will go back to how it used to be. Both of you should learn the rules properly."

Just as they were speaking, a servant came to report that the Xiong family had returned.

The old lady and Zhou Shi became nervous, and Lin Jingyuan said, "I will go and call someone to see if we can kill them."

"You stop right there. If you dare to act rashly today, I will disown you as my grandson," the old lady stopped Lin Jingyuan from moving.

Lin Jingyuan is about to vomit blood. When did the Lin family become so timid?

The steward of the Xiong family entered the Cien Hall and bowed to the old lady before she could speak: "Old lady, we are really sorry. It was our young master's fault yesterday, and I will apologize to you and young master Lin. Please accept this five thousand taels, and also, these three thousand taels worth of silver tickets are a token of our apology to young master Lin. We hope that young master Lin can be generous and not hold grudges."

The Lin family in the room stood there in bewilderment.

What... what is going on?

Just a moment ago, they were full of arrogance, so why suddenly apologize? Not only did they return the full amount of five thousand taels as promised, but they also paid an additional three thousand taels?