第九十二章 伏枕染重疴母怀戚戚 传笺盼一顾郎趾匆匆 (Chapter 92: A Mother Lies Ill, Her Heart Heavy with Sorrow; A Note Sent in Hopes of a Hurried Visit)

Since that day when Mrs. Leng caught a chill, she began to feel unwell. At first, she struggled to carry on. After a few days, her condition gradually worsened. She lay in bed all day, unable to get up. Leng Qingqiu attended to her medicine, never leaving her side, her heart filled with sorrow and worry over her mother's illness.

Nanny Han advised, "Young lady, please set your heart at ease. Madam's illness will improve with a few days of rest. But you've been toiling day and night. Don't wear yourself out." Leng Qingqiu sighed and said, "My mother has toiled for half her life for my sake. Now that she's ill, how can I not devote myself fully? I only regret my own inability to share her worries."

Several days passed in this manner. Mrs. Leng's condition not only failed to improve but even worsened with the addition of coughing and fever. Leng Qingqiu was extremely anxious. She thought of Yanxi and wished to consult with him about inviting a doctor, but feared it might be improper. After much deliberation, she finally took up her pen and wrote a short note. It briefly described her mother's serious illness and expressed hope that he would come for a visit.

The short note was written, sealed properly, and handed to Han Guanjin. She instructed, "Deliver this letter to Seventh Master Jin as quickly as possible. Make sure to hand it to him personally." Han Guanjin accepted the order and hurried to the neighboring house.

Yanxi was idly sitting in his study when he suddenly saw Han Guanjin deliver a letter. He opened it and recognized it as Leng Qingqiu's handwriting. His heart immediately tightened. Though the letter contained only a few words, the sentiment was sincere and earnest. Yanxi dared not delay. He immediately ordered Jin Rong to prepare a carriage and hurried to the Leng Residence.

Upon arriving at the Leng Residence, he saw Leng Qingqiu with a haggard face and slightly red eyes. It was clearly from staying up late with worry. Yanxi stepped forward to comfort her. He said, "Do not worry too much about your mother's illness. I will immediately invite a Western doctor for diagnosis and treatment." Leng Qingqiu said with tears in her eyes, "Thank you for your trouble, Seventh Master."

Yanxi on one hand ordered Jin Rong to invite a doctor from the German hospital. On the other hand, he went inside to visit Mrs. Leng. Mrs. Leng, upon seeing Yanxi arrive, struggled to support her sick body and tried to get up. Yanxi quickly stopped her. He said gently, "Aunt, please rest peacefully. I will take care of all medical matters."

Not long after, the doctor arrived. After examination, he said it was severe cold-induced pneumonia and required hospitalization. Yanxi immediately decided to admit Mrs. Leng to the hospital. Leng Qingqiu accompanied to care for her. All procedures were properly arranged by Yanxi.

In the hospital, Leng Qingqiu attended day and night. Yanxi also came daily to inquire. Mrs. Leng's illness gradually showed signs of improvement. Leng Qingqiu was grateful for Yanxi's help. As they spent more time together, their affection grew deeper.

One day, Mrs. Leng's spirit slightly recovered. She said to Leng Qingqiu, "Young Master Jin has been so kind to us. You must thank him properly." Leng Qingqiu nodded in agreement. But in her heart she thought, how could this depth of feeling be repaid with mere thanks?

Yanxi, after leaving the hospital, was concerned about Leng Qingqiu. He knew that Mrs. Leng's recovery would take time. He pondered how to further assist the mother and daughter. Upon returning home, he immediately ordered people to purchase nourishing medicines. They were continuously sent to the hospital.

Meanwhile, in the Jin Residence, everyone saw Yanxi leaving early and returning late for several days. They were all puzzled. Feng Ju happened to hear of Yanxi's whereabouts. She secretly investigated and learned that he was caring for a patient outside. She couldn't help but chuckle to herself, yet did not interfere.

Mrs. Leng recuperated in the hospital for half a month. She finally recovered and was discharged. Leng Qingqiu took her mother home. She saw that Yanxi had already ordered people to tidy up the residence and prepare many daily necessities. Moved, she quietly shed tears.

From then on, Yanxi and the Leng Residence interacted more closely. Mrs. Leng regarded Yanxi as a nephew. Leng Qingqiu also treated Yanxi with heartfelt affection. A predestined affinity seemed to take root quietly by the sickbed.