The old princess took the heart-protecting pills, her eyes full of gratitude. She carefully opened the bottle, sniffed it gently, and then smiled and said, "The fragrance of this pill is really refreshing. Qin Lan, your medical skills are really amazing, and you can even make your own medicine."

Gu Qinlan smiled shyly and said, "Mother, you are too kind. In fact, I learned the method of making this heart-protecting pill from an old Chinese medicine practitioner who lived in seclusion. He told me that this pill has a very good effect on symptoms such as insomnia and irritability."

The old princess was filled with emotion: "I didn't expect you to meet such a great person. I am really glad that you can become my daughter-in-law and bring so many blessings to our Prince Duan's Mansion."

Gu Qinlan said softly: "Mother, don't worry, I will always be by your side and help you solve your problems."

As soon as she finished speaking, there was a "whoosh" sound, and Zheng Huiyi suddenly rushed into the arms of her grandmother, the old princess, as fast as a meteor, her almond eyes full of worry and concern.

"Grandma, what's wrong with you?" Zheng Huiyi's voice trembled slightly. She held the old princess' hand tightly, as if she was afraid of losing something.

The old princess smiled slightly, patted Zheng Huiyi's hand gently, and said softly: "It's nothing, I just feel a little unwell. I have asked your mother to give me some medicine."

Zheng Huiyi frowned, she looked up at Gu Qinlan, a trace of doubt and suspicion flashed in her eyes: "Is mother's medical skills really that great? Grandmother's health is very serious, you must not use medicine casually."

Gu Qinlan's face flashed with displeasure, but she immediately regained her composure. Just as she was about to say something else, she saw Zheng Huiyi pouting and then said to her grandmother, the old princess: "Grandmother, do you know that the eldest son of the Minister of War's family was almost killed by the random medicine prescribed by the wandering doctor? That doctor is just a charlatan. How can he understand real medical principles?"

The old princess listened carefully, frowned slightly, and nodded: "I have also heard that these traveling doctors are indeed unreliable. They prescribe medicine recklessly and endanger people's lives."

Seeing that her grandmother agreed with her words, Zheng Huiyi was secretly delighted and continued, "Grandma, that traveling doctor claimed to be a miracle doctor, but he prescribed medicine recklessly, causing the patient's condition to worsen. Grandma, such doctors are really not trustworthy. If my stepmother is also deceived by such a doctor, it will be dangerous."

The old princess nodded thoughtfully, turned to look at Gu Qinlan, a hint of worry in her eyes.

Gu Qinlan's eyes were as calm as water, but they revealed a subtle sharpness, which was projected directly on Zheng Huiyi. Zheng Huiyi couldn't help but shrink her neck, and her originally confident expression now looked a little embarrassed.

She involuntarily took a step back and hid behind the old princess's large robe.

The old princess noticed something was wrong with Zheng Huiyi and turned around slightly, with a hint of inquiry in her eyes.

She gently patted Zheng Huiyi's hand, indicating that she didn't need to be afraid, then slowly turned to Gu Qinlan and said with a smile: "Qinlan, you also know that Huiyi is still young and speaks her mind. If there is any offense, I hope you will forgive me."

Gu Qinlan smiled lightly, her smile was calm yet dignified: "Mother, you are too kind. Huiyi is my daughter, and I naturally understand her personality. However, I still need to be careful with my words and actions regarding matters of all sizes in this mansion, so as not to cause unnecessary misunderstandings."

Zheng Huiyi's face turned even paler when she heard this. She bit her lower lip tightly, feeling extremely wronged. She wanted to explain, but she didn't dare to speak. She could only lower her head and let the tears roll in her eyes.

Seeing this, the old princess couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. She sighed softly and said, "Huiyi, you must learn to respect your elders, especially your stepmother. What she said is very true. If you continue to be so presumptuous, I'm afraid you will be looked down upon by everyone in the palace."

Zheng Huiyi's body trembled. She raised her head, her eyes flashing with fear and helplessness: "Old Princess, I... I just feel that my stepmother..."

Xiang Zhu immediately stood up to defend Gu Qinlan: "Old Princess, our young lady's medical skills are not learned from those who go to Fang Lang Middle School, but she has been learning medicine from Divine Doctor Yun since she was a child. Her medical skills are well-known in the mansion. Divine Doctor Yun once personally praised her medical skills."

The old princess' eyes lit up when she heard this, and she was obviously surprised by the name of Divine Doctor Yun: "Divine Doctor Yun? Is he the old herbal fairy Yun Zonghan who brought the dead back to life and made bones of flesh?"

Gu Qinlan lowered her head slightly and answered softly, "Yes, mother, I was fortunate enough to become a disciple of Divine Doctor Ruyun and learn medical principles from him."

The old princess's expression immediately became amiable, with a gleam of joy in her eyes: "Oh, so that's how it is. I heard that Divine Doctor Yun's medical skills are unparalleled. It's really a blessing for you to be able to learn from him!"

Xiang Zhu looked at Gu Qinlan, his eyes full of pride: "Old Princess, the young lady's medical skills are indeed amazing. She has saved the lives of many critically ill patients many times."

The old princess nodded and looked at Gu Qinlan kindly: "In this case, why don't you carry forward your medical skills and benefit more people?"

Gu Qinlan smiled slightly, her expression firm: "Old Princess, I have always wanted to do this, but there are so many affairs in the palace that I really can't do it."

Hearing this, Zheng Huiyi couldn't help but sneer, "Dr. Yun is famous all over the world, would he just accept a disciple casually? Mother, you are just a little-known young lady from the Gu family, how can you become a disciple of Dr. Yun?"

Gu Qinlan smiled slightly, with a hint of indifference in her eyes, but still dignified. She gently patted Xiang Zhu's hand, indicating that she didn't need to be angry.

Xiang Zhu bit her lower lip tightly, the anger on her face had not yet completely dissipated. She couldn't help but retort: ​​"Zheng Huiyi, are you questioning the status of Princess Duan?"

Zheng Huiyi curled her lips in disdain: "I am only questioning why she could become the disciple of Divine Doctor Yun, not questioning her status. Divine Doctor Yun is very strict in accepting disciples. If she really has that ability, how could she remain unknown?"

Everyone looked at Gu Qinlan, wanting to see how she would respond.

Gu Qinlan smiled lightly, with a determined look in her eyes: "Zheng Huiyi, you misunderstood. Divine Doctor Yun accepted me as his apprentice not because I have any extraordinary abilities, but because I have a sincere heart for medicine. He once said that a doctor has a kind heart, and the level of medical skills is secondary. I am willing to seek the welfare of the people of the world, and Divine Doctor Yun is willing to teach me medical skills."

Zheng Huiyi's face changed. She didn't expect Gu Qinlan to respond so frankly. She sneered, "Then tell me, why did Divine Doctor Yun choose you?"

Gu Qinlan smiled calmly: "Maybe it's because I have a connection with him. When I was a child, I was determined to become a doctor. Doctor Yun once passed by our village, and I accidentally saved his life. He saw that I had a heart of a doctor. From then on, we have had an indissoluble bond."

Zheng Huiyi's eyes widened, she gritted her teeth and continued to ask: "Then tell me, why did you hide your identity in Prince Duan's Mansion and not tell us the truth?"

Gu Qinlan sighed softly: "Zheng Huiyi, don't you understand? The reason why I hide my identity is because I don't want Prince Duan and my mother to worry about me. I know that my identity will cause trouble to them. I am willing to remain unknown just to protect this family."

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