Yun Jinnian was still too lazy to see them, although she had come to a realization, both her body and spirit were still not recovered, and she felt somewhat lethargic.
The opportunity had once been in front of the City Lord Zhuge, and he hadn’t cherished it, but now he was seeking it again, who did he think he was?
Yun Jinnian still focused on eating her food.
Han Tianci glanced at Yun Jinnian and regretted bringing out so much medicine, which had caused so much trouble.
Without a word, Yun Jinnian picked up some meat and placed it in Han Tianci’s bowl, then ladled half a bowl of chicken soup for him.
She continued eating.
In the past, she would stop eating after being three-fifths full, but now she had decided to eat more, stopping only after she was at least seven-tenths full.
Turning her head toward the doorway, she saw Zhuge Wenxui still holding a fist over his bowed waist in a gesture of respect, and only then did Yun Jinnian ask, "Uncle Zhong!"
"Who is that person at the door?"
Han Zhong glanced at Zhuge Wenxui, "The eldest son of the City Lord Residence, outsiders all call him Young City Lord. However, the City Lord is partial, favoring his second son more. That second son is the one born by the concubine from before!"
Yun Jinnian nodded slightly, signaling that she understood.
Han Zhong continued to eat his meal.
Chu Yu put down his chopsticks, "This Zhuge Wenxui could have been quite a figure, but it’s a pity his father is too biased!"
Speaking of favoritism, Chu Yu seemed to recall his own deceased father, the Emperor, who had also been extremely biased.
After some thought, Yun Jinnian said, "Is it worth helping?"
Yuwen Ya glanced at Yun Jinnian and went on eating, as it had nothing to do with him.
Prince Yanjun also ate quietly.
After thinking it over, Chu Yu said, "Depends on what kind of reward you want!"
But he already had a plan in mind.
When Chu Yu said so, Yun Jinnian, not knowing his plan, smiled and said, "Then let’s give it a try!"
Upon hearing Yun Jinnian say this, Han Zhong slowly finished the food in his mouth before rising and heading towards Zhuge Wenxui, "Go back and tell City Lord Zhuge to get ready. My family’s young master will see to City Lord Zhuge in a moment!"
"Thank you!" Zhuge Wenxui said sincerely.
His martial arts skills were outstanding, and he overheard the conversation in the dining room clearly. He did not know why the Han Family’s young master decided to help him in the end—was it out of sympathy or pity?
Either way, it wasn’t out of any benevolent heart or skill.
Regardless, this moment nevertheless alleviated his pressing concern.
This father of his was truly too biased, and ruthless, constantly scheming to promote his second brother.
He could do without anything, but if he fell from favor, what would become of his mother and his younger siblings?
Zhuge Wenxui turned and walked to the side of the carriage, respectfully saying, "Father, Han’s young master has agreed to see you, should someone help you down from the carriage?"
A faint hmm emanated from within the carriage.
Without any regard for him humbly standing under the sun, painstakingly waiting.
Although filial piety is a given, shouldn’t he be rewarded with a kind word, words acknowledging his hardship, or a heartfelt praise?
Zhuge Wenxui took a deep breath, ordered the removal of the carriage’s fittings, and went to prepare.
In this place, because Yun Jinnian was going to treat the City Lord, after the meal, Prince Yanjun and Yuwen Ya both waited on the carriage.
The restaurant naturally did not want to let people inside, so they had no choice but to dismantle the surroundings of the carriage and erect a tent to barely shield the City Lord from the sun.
Madam Yin had complaints, but now that it involved the City Lord himself, she dared not make a fuss.
Being heavy set tends to make one feel hotter, and the City Lord had been waiting a good while without seeing anyone approaching, he asked impatiently, "Why haven’t they come yet?"
Zhuge Wenxui was silent.
Madam Yin also wanted to complain and make a few sarcastic remarks, but then she saw Yun Jinnian approaching slowly, accompanied by Han Tianci and Chu Yu, with Chu Yu carrying the medicine chest.
"The master is coming, Han’s young Divine Doctor is here!" Madam Yin said joyfully.
Upon hearing this, the City Lord was overjoyed and tried to sit up with effort. Zhuge Wenxui hurried to assist him, but he brushed Zhuge Wenxui off, "I don’t need your help!"