Thinking oneself always right, it became difficult to see right and wrong Cheng Jingchuan neither spoke nor moved, showing not a trace of surprise. This handsome and upright young man lowered his brow and stood by like a servant, refilling the teapot on the table. This gave Mo Li a deep sense of incongruity. He… Continue reading Fish 293: Naturally Hard to Reveal
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Fish 292: People Were Often Confused in Their Hearts
Mo Li: I do not treat this kind of lunacy This had been a very absurd matter. After being “discovered” infiltrating the royal palace, the other party actually invited him to a remote palace chamber for a meeting. Judging by their tone, the other party even planned to enter the palace overnight, acting as though… Continue reading Fish 292: People Were Often Confused in Their Hearts
Fish 291: Things Were Often Confused by the Eyes
What they saw was not actually the case The room was deathly silent. Mo Li had stated it extremely clearly, even eunuchs and palace maids who could not read a single large character could understand it. In the blazing heat, everyone broke out in a cold sweat. “You’re bold… speaking nonsense!” Vice Supervisor Xu subconsciously… Continue reading Fish 291: Things Were Often Confused by the Eyes
Fish 290: The Fate of the Lowly was like Catkins
Their fate was like willow catkins, drifting with the wind Dr. Hu’s legs went weak, and he almost fainted on the spot. A stroke was not an easy illness to cure. Some people, after an acute attack and failing to receive timely treatment, died on the spot. Those who had milder symptoms, even though they… Continue reading Fish 290: The Fate of the Lowly was like Catkins
Fish 289: Those in Power Grow Increasingly Oppresive
Those in authority become ever more arrogant and tyrannical. This group of cavalry didn't bring any sedan chairs; they shoved people around, forcing them onto horseback. The monk Mingbian wanted to instruct the monks in the temple on some matters and bring along his medicine pouch, but he was mercilessly denied. "Everything needed is in… Continue reading Fish 289: Those in Power Grow Increasingly Oppresive
Fish 288: A Sigh for the Rest
Mo Li: I just find it odd. Luling County, since the Chen dynasty, had been a favored choice for imperial fiefdoms granted to royal offspring. The region was home to several fertile fiefs, densely populated, and adorned with poetic place names. When King Ning was enfeoffed here, nearby fiefs were held by Princess Xingping, Princess… Continue reading Fish 288: A Sigh for the Rest
Fish 287: Departing in a Flurry
With a sweep of his sleeve, he managed to catch... five packets of pastries? Mo Li stared at the unexpected items in the bundle, both amused and exasperated. Inside were soft, sticky Yunpian cakes, fragrant and crispy almond pastries, and sweet, rich wine-fermented cakes. Nestled among these tightly wrapped paper packages was a round, fluffy… Continue reading Fish 287: Departing in a Flurry
Fish 281: Few Can Comprehend
Most people do not know (the mysteries within). "Ah-choo!" The coachman, Lao Qi, sneezed heavily. He rubbed his arms, downed the medicine he had painstakingly waited in line for, and shuddered from its bitterness. As the sky gradually cleared, many people in the caravan smiled. Those who couldn’t find a vacant room stopped complaining. The… Continue reading Fish 281: Few Can Comprehend
Fish 280: Unable to Overcome Illness
Their skills were low, their strength was small, it was too difficult. "The medicine is here!" The people who had been busy drying clothes immediately rushed over upon hearing the shout. A crude ceramic bowl held the medicine, still steaming gently. The village women wore stern expressions as they ladled the medicine to the people.… Continue reading Fish 280: Unable to Overcome Illness
Fish 279: There Is A Difference Here
The difference inside here. Doctor Peng was not originally from Lingyao Village. He didn't quite remember his real name, as he had left his hometown with a wandering doctor when he was young. Moreover, his name was just a rural nickname. It was either Ah Niu, Gouzi, or Mancang. Later, after the wandering doctor passed… Continue reading Fish 279: There Is A Difference Here