Chapter 11: The Clingy Luo Shaoxuan

A few days after Zhao Sixi came to the clinic, Si Qingyu took her up the mountain to gather medicinal herbs. Of course, Luo Shaoxuan followed along. These days, he had been practically clinging onto Si Qingyu, following her wherever she went. Si Qingyu had already gotten used to it.

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For a doctor, the entire mountain was a treasure trove. Si Qingyu explained to Zhao Sixi one by one, “This is Tanhuocao, which has the effect of resolving phlegm and relieving cough. I’ve also included it in the medical books I gave you before.”

“Yes, yes, I remember, Doctor Si!” Zhao Sixi’s eyes shone with sincerity.

For every herb they encountered, Si Qingyu would explain it to her until the sun was high in the sky and her forehead began to sweat. Luo Shaoxuan immediately used a handkerchief to wipe the sweat for her, very considerate.

Zhao Sixi casually wiped the sweat with her hand and watched as Luo Shaoxuan affectionately helped Doctor Si wipe her sweat. Doctor Si did not refuse. The two of them were like a loving couple, sharing weal and woe. Zhao Sixi felt quite envious seeing this.

Zhao Sixi turned away, feeling embarrassed to continue watching such a “loving” scene. As she turned, she noticed a fruit tree not far away. Her face lit up with joy as she turned back to Si Qingyu and said, “Doctor Si, look, there’s a fruit tree!”

Si Qingyu glanced over and gave a light “Mm” in response.

“Doctor Si and Young Master Luo, please rest here. I’ll go pick some fruits for you to eat!” Zhao Sixi said excitedly, eager to show off her abilities.

“No, it’s too dangerous.”

“It’s alright, Doctor Si. I used to climb trees all the time. I’m quite used to it and won’t have any problems. Please wait here!” Before Si Qingyu could stop her, she had already bounced over, agile as a monkey.

Zhao Sixi wrapped her arms around the tree trunk and used her feet to climb up little by little. She was very nimble in the tree, and in no time, she had reached the top.

Zhao Sixi picked the fruits and held them in her clothes. She noticed a ripe fruit on a branch. She held the fruits in one hand, grasped the trunk with the other, and slowly crawled towards the end of the branch with her feet. Just as she was about to pick the ripe fruit, there was a creaking sound. The branch could not support her weight and began to droop. Zhao Sixi was startled and immediately hugged the branch tightly with both hands and feet as it sagged towards the ground. She closed her eyes and cried for help, “Ah, Doctor Si, save me!”

Si Qingyu watched as she clung to the branch, hanging only half a meter above the ground, crying for help. Si Qingyu couldn’t help but rub her forehead, while Luo Shaoxuan stood to the side, looking at Zhao Sixi as if she were an idiot.

In the end, Si Qingyu walked over and helped her up. “Stand properly.”

Zhao Sixi stood up, feeling a bit dazed. Her eyes darted around, her entire face turning red with embarrassment. She picked up the fruits that had fallen to the ground and handed them to Si Qingyu with a flattering expression, “Doctor Si, please eat the fruits…” She then gave one to Luo Shaoxuan as well.

Si Qingyu looked at the ripe fruit, emitting a sweet fragrance that was irresistibly appetizing. She raised the fruit and was about to take a bite when Luo Shaoxuan stopped her, “Ziyang, eat this one. I’ve cleaned it for you.” He snatched the fruit from her hand and unquestioningly shoved his fruit into hers.

Si Qingyu felt it didn’t matter and took a bite of the fruit. Mm, it was quite sweet and refreshing.

Luo Shaoxuan’s eyes were filled with infatuation, his heart bubbling with joy. They had exchanged fruits…

Zhao Sixi ate the fruit while watching them, thinking that she also wanted to find such a considerate husband in the future.

At noon, Si Qingyu brought the two of them to her residence. She laid out the picked herbs to dry, intending to cook a cooling and detoxifying medicinal porridge for them to drink.

Seeing Si Qingyu enter the kitchen, Zhao Sixi looked around the bamboo courtyard with fresh interest. She never expected Doctor Si, who looked like a celestial being, to live in a place that resembled a hidden paradise. “Young Master Luo, don’t you think it’s too quiet here where Doctor Si lives? Wouldn’t she be scared at night?” If she were to live in such a secluded place with no one around, she would definitely be afraid.

Luo Shaoxuan, who was gently stroking a wooden hairpin, couldn’t help but frown upon hearing her words. He looked at her with cold eyes. This Zhao Sixi was truly both stupid and an eyesore.

“Miss Zhao, if you’re afraid, perhaps you should return to the clinic first,” Luo Shaoxuan said indifferently.

“It’s not scary during the day!” Zhao Sixi scratched her head, completely misunderstanding his meaning.

Luo Shaoxuan narrowed his phoenix eyes and glanced at her with malice, his voice chilly. “Miss Zhao, it’s better if you return to the clinic first. It wouldn’t do to leave the clinic unattended, would it?”

“But…”

Seeing the warning look in Luo Shaoxuan’s eyes, Zhao Sixi swallowed. “Then… then I’ll inform Doctor Si…”

“No need. I’ll tell Ziyang later.”

“Okay, okay, then I’ll head back first. Thank you for your trouble, Young Master Luo!” With that, she ran out of the courtyard as if escaping, as if there was a ferocious beast chasing her. She thought to herself that she’d better not find a husband like him in the future. He was too scary.

When Si Qingyu brought out the porridge, there was only Luo Shaoxuan in the courtyard. She couldn’t help but wonder, “Where is she?”

Luo Shaoxuan gently replied, “Miss Zhao was worried about the clinic and said she had to return first. She was in a bit of a hurry and asked me to inform you.”

In a hurry?

Si Qingyu gave him a plain look. Seeing his innocent expression, she couldn’t be bothered to expose his lie.

“Let’s have the porridge first.”

“Mm.”

Luo Shaoxuan took a small sip and looked at Si Qingyu with shimmering eyes, his voice filled with nostalgia. “It’s been a long time since I’ve had porridge cooked by Ziyang. I’m so happy~” He even dragged out the last word, like a hook.

“Mm, then have more.” The iron-straight woman replied indifferently, completely lacking the expected reaction.

Luo Shaoxuan pouted, clearly dissatisfied with her response.

He scooped up a spoonful of porridge, blew on it, and brought it to Si Qingyu’s lips, even making an “ah” sound to urge her to open her mouth.

Si Qingyu felt she was about to be sickened by his clinginess. She tilted her head back slightly. “I can do it myself.”

Luo Shaoxuan wouldn’t have it. He continued to hold the spoon to her lips, his eyes fixed on her, as if he would keep holding it until she ate it.

Si Qingyu gritted her teeth and drank the porridge with a dark expression. After finishing, she quickly pushed his hand back. “Alright, eat it yourself now.”

“Mm, mm!” Luo Shaoxuan was finally satisfied and drank the porridge while watching her.

By the time Luo Shaoxuan left, it was already around You hour in the afternoon (around 5 pm).

It wasn’t easy to send him off. That was Si Qingyu’s only thought.

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On the other hand, Luo Shaoxuan, who had been “coaxed” back to the inn by Si Qingyu, was in a good mood. He was playing with the wooden hairpin in his hand, his picturesque brows filled with delight.

Knock, knock.

Just as he was immersed in his thoughts, there was a knock on the door. Luo Shaoxuan’s beautiful eyes narrowed slightly, a cold gleam flashing. He got up to open the door.

Outside the door stood a few slightly older women wearing uniform gray robes. They stood there in an orderly manner. Seeing Luo Shaoxuan open the door, the leading woman bowed to him. “The family head has sent us to invite the eldest young master to return home.”

Luo Shaoxuan glanced at them coldly with his beautiful eyes and laughed coldly. “The old man really can’t wait, huh? He sent you bunch of dog slaves to find me so quickly.”

“Please cooperate with us, Young Master, and come with us to see the family head.” The leading woman lowered her head slightly, as if afraid to offend Luo Shaoxuan.

“Oh? And if I don’t cooperate?” His voice was soft, but it carried a sinister air that made one’s heart tremble with fear.

The leading woman’s throat tightened as she suppressed a shiver. “The family head said… if the young master doesn’t cooperate, we are to find Doctor Si.” The threat was obvious.

Those three words were like Luo Shaoxuan’s reverse scale. His eyes narrowed, filled with cold malice. His entire being instantly burst with a strong murderous intent. The corners of his lips curled into an enchanting smile, deep and full of danger, as he looked at her. “If you dare touch her, I will make you wish you were dead.” Each word was emphasized, and every word brought a bone-chilling coldness. No one would think he was joking.