The Medical Hall was bustling with a constant stream of people coming and going. Some were collecting herbal medicine, others were seeing a doctor, and some were delivering medical supplies. People were everywhere, near and far, creating a lively and noisy scene.
The courtyard gate opened and closed, opened and closed again, bidding farewell to departing guests and welcoming new arrivals. Standing alone in the howling, bitter wind, Fang Yi strained his eyes in anticipation. It was already past noon, but Liu Wang and the other shop assistants still had not returned.
Fang Yi felt extremely anxious, hoping they would return quickly. Regardless of whether they managed to find Qian Guiming, at least they should send someone back to report that they were safe, sparing their families from worry. Such complete silence only bred growing anxiety.
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