The Fallen Medicine Woman: The Daily Life of Chun Nuan-Chapter 437 - 259:

Mrs. Zhou didn’t want to steal the spotlight from Fourth Madam, but she was still celebrated by family and guests.

It was quite awkward.

Fortunately, Fourth Madam wasn’t bothered by it.

"Children with promising futures, I’m happy for you too." Fourth Madam held Mrs. Zhou’s hand. "Seeing you today, you’re even more radiant, looking ten years younger at least, it’s wonderful."

"Fourth Madam, my youthfulness isn’t entirely just due to these factors."

Mrs. Zhou took out some face cream and ointment.

"These were developed by my third daughter-in-law. I’ve used these two jars, see, the effect is visible. You should try it too."

"Really?"

Mrs. Zhou nodded.

Fourth Madam was thrilled.

She whispered as she received the face cream and ointment, "Only a portion for me?"

"Yes, this is newly developed by my third daughter-in-law. She said it’s meant to be a tribute to the nobility in the palace."

Wow, this is overwhelming information!

Fourth Madam considered it a precious treasure, promptly storing away the two jars of face cream and ointment.

"There are many guests today, is Miss’s makeup prepared well? Do you need my help?"

"No need, I’ve arranged it all." Fourth Madam responded, "You just rest."

Suddenly, Fourth Madam remembered a question.

"Can this face cream and ointment make the skin more beautiful and bright, and treat black spots and acne?"

Black spots and acne?

All over the face?

"Alas, Rong’er, that girl, who knows what’s going on. Recently, in the last two months, her face is full of black spots and acne, rendering her unpresentable. Now she won’t even step out of the courtyard, locking herself in her room not seeing anyone. Even her maids and attendants have been tormented by her to no avail..."

Every family has its difficult tale, and besides worrying about the elder daughter’s marriage, Fourth Madam also worries about the younger daughter Rong’er’s face.

"Have you seen a doctor?"

"We’ve consulted a few doctors, each with different opinions, and taken medicines, but nothing effective. It just keeps getting worse, looking more unsightly."

A young lady, most concerned with her appearance.

At the age just coming of maturity, seeing a terrifying face in the copper mirror is overwhelming.

"Lately, it’s worsened. She refuses to eat or drink and won’t see doctors anymore, I’m truly afraid..."

Perhaps stimulated by her elder sister’s marriage arrangements, thinking no one would marry her with her current face, thus feeling deeply distressed.

Fourth Madam ensured the maids stayed close, fearing she might make a regrettable decision in moments of despair.

She contemplated resolving her elder daughter’s marriage before finding a way to treat her younger daughter’s face.

"This..."

Mrs. Zhou hadn’t anticipated Rong’er having such a severe issue: "To be honest, my third daughter-in-law is skilled in medicine and can prescribe remedies. Would you consider..."

"Oh dear, see me now, truly desperate measures for desperate times. I already knew Third Young Madam was adept at these issues, being the legitimate grandchild of Doctor Xiao, experienced with various ailments, how did I forget about her?"

Fourth Madam smacked her own forehead, "Really foolish."

"The more urgent, the more panicked, the harder to solve the problem."

Mrs. Zhou could understand her.

"After the wedding tomorrow, should I take Rong’er to visit Third Young Madam?"

"Will Rong’er go?"

Didn’t she refuse to eat, drink or see doctors? Will she listen and agree to go?

"Alas, it’s uncertain."

"Why don’t I talk to Rong’er?" Mrs. Zhou suggested, "Rong’er has always been obedient and enjoys talking to me."

"I’ll trouble you then, esteemed aunt." Fourth Madam quickly called for a maid to lead the way.

"Guide the esteemed aunt to the courtyard of the second miss."

"Yes, Madam." The maid Ping’er stepped forward, "Esteemed aunt, please follow me."

The Zhou residence was a large compound, extended as the family grew, this courtyard where the fourth house resides is also relatively new.

Compared to the main courtyard, this place felt more tranquil.

"Esteemed aunt, ahead is the second miss’s courtyard." Ping’er hesitated.

"If you have something to say, just speak."

This maid, wanting to say something?

"Esteemed aunt, according to Zi’er, who serves the second miss, she doesn’t even want to see them..."

What exactly is Madam hoping the esteemed aunt achieves here?

"It’s alright."

Young girls, encountering such issues, it’s normal for them to shut themselves off.

Indeed, Zhou Rong had locked herself inside and didn’t open the door.

"Rong’er, it’s aunt. Do you remember aunt?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Zhou Rong paused upon realizing it was her aunt, tears streaming down, a mixture of embarrassment, worry, and grievance...

"Rong’er, when aunt was young, she too had black spots and acne, it’s not something unusual."

What? Aunt experienced this too.

"Aunt understands your current feelings, aunt was also distressed back then, but eventually got better after taking medicine."

Zhou Rong really wanted to ask which doctor, suddenly recalling she was the head of the Zhao family.

The Zhao family’s Hundred Herbs Hall was quite renowned in Changzhou.

Could it be... but her mother had also consulted doctors from the Hundred Herbs Hall, yet no improvement.

"Rong’er, open the door, aunt has some secrets to share with you."

Secrets can’t be shared across a closed door.

Zhou Rong felt tempted, yet reluctant to let aunt see her current state.

"Rong’er, if you’re unwilling for aunt to see you, would it be alright if Zi’er blindfolded aunt’s eyes?"

Hearing this, Zhou Rong felt shy and ashamed.

For aunt to go to such lengths for her, how could this kindness ever be repaid?

More importantly, it was for her, coming from an elder.

Zi’er, worried by the silence inside, suggested to Mrs. Zhou, "Esteemed aunt, perhaps visit another day, the miss is tired..."

"Rong’er, my third cousin sister-in-law at home is the granddaughter of the Imperial Physician. She’s skilled in prescription and diagnosis, also making face creams and ointments for the noblefolk’s use which enhances complexion and keeps skin smooth and tender. Rong’er, would you like to try?"

Zhou Rong felt tempted.

"Rong’er, if you’re really unwilling to see aunt then that’s alright, aunt will leave for now." Mrs. Zhou understood the girl’s thoughts: "But, you could visit aunt’s place with your mother to consult with third cousin sister-in-law about your condition; I’m sure she’s capable of curing it."

Zhou Rong’s eyes lit up!

If it could be cured, she’d be ready to face everyone.

"Rong’er, rest well, eat properly. After your sister marries tomorrow, you’ll visit aunt with your mother," said Mrs. Zhou: "That face cream and ointment can also be used. Trust that the right remedy finds the right person, this isn’t a significant issue, you just haven’t met the right doctor yet. Your third cousin sister-in-law surely is your good healer."

Just as Mrs. Zhou was about to leave, the door made a sound.

"Thank you, aunt." Zhou Rong seemed to make a firm resolution, "If aunt doesn’t mind, would you please come in for a seat?"

Zi’er was surprised to see this, quickly invited Mrs. Zhou inside.

"You child, aunt loves you so much, being sick isn’t a big deal nor your fault, how could aunt be upset with you?" Mrs. Zhou entered and embraced her, "Good child, don’t be afraid, we’ll tackle the problem together."