Chapter 71 - 71: A Sealwort

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

On the wasteland side, the preparations for building the bungalow were in place. They were just waiting to break the ground tomorrow.

An Shanwu and Nie Huiyang were currently leading the villagers to cut down trees. Building a house required a lot of timbers.

Chu Lanzhen walked over, her eyes fixating on Chu Qingzhi’s tall and thin figure.

She couldn’t help but wonder why Qingzhi was so much stronger than them when they were all around the same age.

“Sister Qingzhi!”

Chu Qingzhi threw the bamboo in her arms to the ground and looked up, revealing her beautiful eyes. “Lanzhen, what’s the matter?”

Chu Lanzhen was a little nervous. Her hands grabbed the corners of her clothes as she asked expectantly, “Sister Qingzhi, my father is sick. Can you treat him?”

At this moment, she understood the difference between them.

Qingzhi would definitely not be nervous when facing her, but facing Qingzhi, she would be nervous for no reason.

“Sure,” Chu Qingzhi agreed readily. Treating people could accumulate merit, which was beneficial for her to become an immortal.

Chu Lanzhen was delighted and less nervous. “Sister Qingzhi, do you have time now?”

Chu Qingzhi walked to the side to wash her hands. “Yes, let’s go.”

She thought to herself that when the new house was completed, she would have to think of a way to get tap water so that it would be easier to wash up, especially for taking a shower. No, no, no. She would build a bath. That would be more comfortable.

Following Chu Lanzhen, Chu Qingzhi arrived at a slightly dilapidated courtyard.

A three-year-old boy rushed out of the house like the wind and hugged Chu Qingzhi. He said happily, “Sister, you’re back.”

Chu Qingzhi lowered her head and looked at the kid. Her body was a little stiff. She was really afraid that she would send the kid flying away if she made the slightest move.

Chu Lanzhen held her forehead. “Xiaochuan, I’m your sister.”

Chu Xiaochuan realized something and quickly let go of Chu Qingzhi. He took a step back and then threw himself into Chu Lanzhen’s arms, calling softly, “Sister.”

Chu Lanzhen patted Chu Xiaochuan’s back. “Xiaochuan, she’s Sister Qingzhi. Hurry up and greet her.”

Chu Xiaochuan slowly turned his face and glanced at Chu Qingzhi. Then, he hid his face again. He was embarrassed that he had mistaken Chu Qingzhi for his sister.

Chu Lanzhen laughed and said apologetically, “Sister Qingzhi, my brother is still young and insensible. Please don’t mind him.”

Chu Qingzhi felt that Chu Xiaochuan was quite cute. “It’s fine. Bring me to see your father.”

“Okay.” Chu Lanzhen carried Chu Xiaochuan and walked into the house.

The room was clean and tidy. The furnishings were simple, and there was a faint smell of medicine in the air.

There were not many rooms in this courtyard. After entering the central room, there was a door to the left, which was Chu Lanzhen’s father’s room. The smell of medicine inside was even stronger.

Chu Lanzhen’s mother was cooking in the kitchen. When she heard the sound, she walked over quickly and said enthusiastically, “Qingzhi, you’re here?”

Chu Qingzhi was already taking the pulse of Chu Lanzhen’s father. When she heard this, she said, “Lanzhen asked me to come and see Uncle. Auntie, go and do your things. Don’t worry about us.”

Chu Lanzhen’s mother waved her hand. “It’s fine, it’s fine. Qingzhi, how is he?”

Chu Qingzhi looked at the thin person on the bed. “To put it simply, he has been overtaxing his body for too long, which caused his body to collapse. That’s why he’s sick.”

Chu Lanzhen hurriedly asked, “Sister Qingzhi, is this still treatable?”

Chu Qingzhi nodded. “It can be treated, but it will take some time for his body to recover completely. In addition, you have to cook him some nourishing food, This can speed up his recovery.”

Chu Lanzhen was overjoyed. “Qingzhi, please write down the prescription for us. I’ll go get the herbs for my father.”

Chu Qingzhi said, “You don’t have to go and get the herbs. I’ll find the herbs for your father. You just have to give me the herb in your courtyard.”

Chu Lanzhen was puzzled. “Sister Qingzhi, there are no herbs in our courtyard.”

Chu Qingzhi thought to herself. Didn’t they know that there was a sealwort in their courtyard?

“Come out, I’ll show you.”

In the corner of the courtyard, there was a ginger-like plant with fruits on it. It was already ripe.

Chu Lanzhen pointed at the sealwort and asked, “Sister Qingzhi, are you talking about this?”

Chu Qingzhi nodded. “That’s it.”

Chu Lanzhen’s mother handed the hoe to Chu Lanzhen. “Dig it up for Qingzhi.”

“I’ll dig.” Chu Qingzhi took the hoe. She was worried that they would spoil the sealwort.

Chu Lanzhen asked curiously, “Sister Qingzhi, what medicinal herb is this?”

Chu Qingzhi carefully plucked the seed and put it in her purse before starting to dig. “Sealwort.”

The two of them didn’t understand what the sealwort was and looked confused.

Sealwort was known as the leftover food of immortals. It was a precious medicinal herb.

Its shape was very similar to yellow ginger. It had the effect of nourishing the body, strengthening the spleen, moistening the lungs, and improving the kidneys.

Chu Qingzhi carefully dug out the sealwrot. She was surprised. The sealwort was the size of a palm.

She shook off the mud on it. “I’ll send the herbs over in a while. Let Uncle drink it for three days. After that, he’ll be able to go to the fields.”

“Thank you, Qingzhi. Thank you, Qingzhi.” When Chu Lanzhen’s mother heard that her husband would be able to get out of bed in three days, she could not help but be overjoyed and quickly thanked Chu Qingzhi.

“You’re welcome.” Chu Qingzhi took the sealwort and left.

When she returned home, she immediately planted the seed in the wasteland. Then, she cut the ripe sealwort into thick slices and placed them in a sieve to dry.

Chu Qingning helped at the side and listened to Chu Qingzhi explain the medicinal herbs. She was holding a small notebook in her hand and was ready to take notes at any time. She was a student with a very upright attitude.

Chu Qingzhi pointed at the basket hanging on the wall. “Fourth Sister, take the basket. I’ll bring you out to pick herbs.”

Chu Qingning said happily, “Okay.”

The evening arrived.

A clear voice sounded. “Fifth Sister, I’m back.”

Chu Qingzhi had just returned from delivering herbs to Chu Lanzhen’s house. When she heard this, she turned her head and asked with concern, “Second Sister, how is it? Are you used to it?”

“I am.” Chu Qingyue’s bright eyes were filled with smiles as she said happily, “Fifth Sister, I sold five more dresses in the afternoon.”

Chu Qingzhi said in surprise, “Is business so good?”

“Yes, everyone likes it.” Chu Qingyue suddenly became serious. She looked at Chu Qingzhi and said, “Fifth Sister, thank you. I feel that you’ve opened a brand new world for me. I feel like I’ve been reborn.”

“Second Sister, congratulations,” Chu Qingzhi thought to herself that women in ancient times were too restricted. If they were given a chance, they would definitely shine just as bright as men.

Chu Qingyue hugged Chu Qingzhi. “Fifth Sister, not only are you my sister, but you’re also my benefactor. I’ll remember you for the rest of my life.”

Chu Qingzhi smiled and said, “We are sisters. We naturally should help each other..”