Chapter 498 - Good Omen (1/2)
Lady Yu always believed that the kaffir lily was the matchmaker of her and her husband. Consequently, all kinds of kaffir lilies were planted in the courtyards and the rooms. When Official Yu was free, the two of them would write poems and make paintings while looking at the kaffir lily, creating the scene of a beauty studying with a scholar.
Who would have thought that the kaffir lily, which they regarded as the token of their affection, was the main cause of their young daughter's suffering for more than ten years? In a small corner of Lady Yu's heart, there was a small voice that said, ”Maybe, they got it wrong?”
Yu Wanqing, after a period of silence, suddenly said, ”I remember the last time when I went with Mother to Jingan Temple, we abstained from eating meat and listened to scriptures there. We were right when a Buddhist festival occured, so we stayed a few more days. Jingan Temple is known for its rare trees and they don’t plant a lot of flowers there, so during the time I was there, the redness and swelling on my face got better and the papules went down a lot. My mother and I thought it was because of my sincerity that moved the Buddha so my face got better. It turns out the only reason why my symptoms were alleviated was because I was staying away from the plants that caused problems for my skin!”
Lady Yu had also thought of this. It seemed that the kaffir lily at home couldn’t stay any longer. Nothing was more important than her daughter's face!
”Once we go back, I'll tell your father to give away all of the kaffir lilies! Right now the most important thing is curing the skin on your face. Miss Yu, will the skin on my daughter's face heal by getting rid of the source of her allergy?” Lady Yu felt a bit resigned. After all, those were the beautiful memories of her and her husband. However, for her daughter, there was nothing that she wasn't willing to give up.
Yu Xiaocao pondered briefly and formulated a plan for Yu Wanqing's recuperation and treatment, ”I'll choose a suitable courtyard for Younger Sister Yu to stay at for some time, so that it will be more convenient for her to receive concentrated care. Sensitivity to allergens and papules aren't easy to treat. The most fundamental thing is that we have to start from within and improve Younger Sister Yu's physique, using facial skincare as a supplement. Therefore, when necessary, medicinal soups and food will be vital. If Lady Yu is worried, you can spend a few days with Younger Sister Yu in the club as well.”
Lady Yu revealed a happy expression on her face. Her daughter was growing up and she was brave enough to take the first step. How precious it was for her!
”Alright! I'll do as my daughter says!!” Lady Yu also had an impatient disposition. What day was better than today? They should start the treatment for her daughter today, ”Miss Yu, do you have anything else to tell me? I'll go home right now and help my daughter pack some clothes to bring over.”
Yu Xiaocao thought for a moment and said, ”I suggest you don't keep any willow trees, lotus flowers, chrysanthemums, or plum blossoms on your estate. Plant more ornamental foliage plants. It's better not to have any pond water in Younger Sister Yu's courtyard. An environment that's too humid can cause Younger Sister Yu to have a buildup of moisture in her body, causing eczema.”
”Alright, alright! Your Younger Sister Yu likes lotus flowers. In her courtyard, there's a delicate pond that's full of lotus flowers facing her window. In the summer, the scent of lotus flowers covers the entire courtyard... I always wondered why Qing'er's face gets worse in the summer. Turns out it's related to those lotus flowers!” Lady Yu turned to her daughter and said, ”I'll find some people to fill up the small pond when I get home. Don't think it's a pity that it’ll be gone.”
”Mother, as long as it's good for my skin, I won't have any objections to any of your arrangements!” Yu Wanqing was still immersed in the joy that her skin could recover. Even if her courtyard was left with a plot of dirt, she would gladly be content.
Yu Xiaocao watched as the mother and daughter pair rejoiced in hope for a bit before she said, ”I'll give Younger Sister Yu some simple skincare first. Younger Sister, follow me to the inner chamber to lie down.”
A veil hung from the entrance of the inner chamber, allowing a vague view of what was inside. There were two narrow beauty treatment beds in the room, which could hold one person lying on their back. There was also a simple treasure shelf in the room that had many bottles in a variety of different shapes.
The simple furnishings and privacy designs allowed Yu Wanqing's slightly uneasy mood to relax. At Yu Xiaocao's suggestion, she laid on one of the beauty beds. Her hands were tightly clasped as she basked in the novelty of the experience.
Yu Xiaocao took a few bottles down from the treasure shelf. Hechun helped her fetch some fresh water at just the right temperature and Yu Xiaocao immersed a delicate cotton cloth into the water and gently wrung the water out. She avoided the areas of ulceration on the girl’s face as she began to clean Yu Wanqing's skin.