Fan Shufang understood Su Xiaotian's meaning and looked at her approvingly, nodding repeatedly.
This child, though young, was insightful.
Indeed, the Su family was no ordinary family; ordinary families couldn't raise such a child.
"Alright, don't worry, Second Grandma will handle this. Once we confirm your medicine is safe to take, then we'll give it to your Second Grandpa!" Fan Shufang agreed immediately.
Actually, she didn't know why she felt so reassured by Su Xiaotian, a child she wasn't very familiar with.
Even more so, inexplicably, she felt that with Su Xiaotian around, everything would be fine.
Was it just because Su Xiaotian was a child of the Su family that she trusted her so much?
Upon hearing Fan Shufang agree, Su Xiaotian's handsome little face lit up with a smile.
Dong Yuanzhong was not pleased that his wife was actually going to find a doctor to verify Su Xiaotian's concocted medicine.
"Shufang, how can you say that? Xiaotian is just like our own child, what is there not to trust?"
Besides, the medicine hadn't even been made yet, and she was already saying this. What would the child think?
Shufang was truly too rash this time.
Fan Shufang glared at Dong Yuanzhong reproachfully, complaining, "Look at you all day, you don't understand anything! You're not even as good as a child!"
Dong Yuanzhong, being chided by his wife, was even more confused.
How was he not as good as a child?
What had he said wrong?
Shouldn't one trust their own people wholeheartedly?
Fan Shufang saw that Dong Yuanzhong hadn't grasped Su Xiaotian's meaning at all, and out of helplessness, she had to explain.
"Xiaotian knows, your current status and position are different. Why don't you understand it yourself?"
"If your private doctor disagrees with the medicine given to you, and the experts at the hospital don't say it's suitable, what if something happens? Even if it's not the medicine's fault, you'll likely end up taking the blame!"
Fan Shufang spoke plainly.
With Dong Yuanzhong's status and position, not a single problem could occur.
Xiaotian's actions protected Dong Yuanzhong while also protecting herself; there was nothing wrong with that.
In this world, weren't there enough people who took the blame inexplicably?
Dong Yuanzhong thought about it and realized it was indeed the case.
He didn't want anything to happen to Xiaotian or the Su family, so he relented. Since Xiaotian was willing, let them find someone to verify it!
"Then alright, this matter is up to you, Shufang. You must find a reliable and trustworthy doctor."
Fan Shufang nodded.
Dong Yuanzhong then said to Su Xiaotian, "Xiaotian, don't blame Second Grandpa and Second Grandma. It's not that we don't trust you, it's just to protect you!"
Su Xiaotian smiled, "Of course I know!"
If she hadn't known, she wouldn't have made such a request.
After sending off Dong Yuanzhong and his wife, life in the Su family continued as usual.
Grandma Su, Grandpa Su, and Liang Xiu were busy every day in the restaurant, attending to the increasing number of guests who came and went.
Besides her daily studies, Su Xiaotian also began to prepare medicinal pills.
The medicinal herbs in the capital were still abundant. Although Su Xiaotian needed many types of herbs, some of which were rare, they were quickly gathered.
It was also during the process of procuring medicinal herbs that Su Xiaotian considered taking a shortcut, but ultimately found that her system mall was not omnipotent.
At the very least, after searching the entire system mall, she discovered that there were no medicinal herbs available.
She didn't know if it was because the system mall's level was too low, or for some other reason that there were no herbs for sale.
Furthermore, she discovered that the items currently available in the system mall were very incomplete.
In fact, she sadly found that the system primarily offered various food ingredients, with a few daily necessities interspersed.
If it were just to open a restaurant, it would be sufficient.
But if there were other demands, the system mall could not satisfy them at all.
She wondered if other goods would appear after the system was upgraded in the future.
Su Xiaotian pondered for a long time and finally thought of the first major task released by the system, which was "There are a thousand grains of rice in books."
As of now, this task had not been completed, meaning the Su family had not yet reached the first stage goal set by the system; they were still in the initial stage of family development, and the problem to be solved was that of basic sustenance!
She understood. The task was named "There are a thousand grains of rice in books," which clearly indicated that it was about solving the problem of food.
It was no wonder that only food was available in the system mall.
Although Su Xiaotian was somewhat regretful about this discovery, she eventually let go of it.
Having been reborn and obtaining such a powerful tool was enough. What more could she ask for?
It was precisely because of this cheat that the Su family's life had been flourishing. Otherwise, the Su family would likely still be struggling on the brink of starvation.
However, Su Xiaotian had always maintained that even with a cheat, one should still strive for a happy life through their own efforts.
Instead of waiting for the system to solve all problems.
In this regard, Su Xiaotian felt she had done quite well.
Although a large portion of the money came from the system, she didn't realize that waiting for the system also required effort.
Not only was she working hard, but the brothers in the family were also diligently studying with all their might.
The brothers had always hoped to change their destiny and the future of the family through their studies.
It was precisely because of the brothers' efforts that she had received many more benefits from the system.
It could be said that she was half responsible for the system's step-by-step growth, and the other half was due to her family, especially the nine brothers.
Grandpa Su was not very supportive of his granddaughter preparing medicine for Dong Yuanzhong.
Dong Yuanzhong's rank was too high; he had no shortage of capable people around him.
This child Xiaotian had only read a few books on medicine and learned a little from Li Mingcai. How could she prepare medicine for a great leader like Dong Yuanzhong?
What if she made the leader sick?
The lives of their entire Su family wouldn't be enough to compensate.
"Grandpa, don't worry, my medical skills are quite good!"
Su Xiaotian knew what Grandpa was worried about.
However, she had a compelling reason to do this, so she could only try her best to comfort Grandpa Su.
"Xiaotian, Grandpa is worried about you. We don't need to rely on the Dong family; we can live well."
Grandpa Su looked at Su Xiaotian and sighed. This child was probably too eager for quick success, hoping to gain support for the family.
But the family was doing well now. Even without the Dong family's support, they could still live well. Even if they couldn't establish themselves in the capital in the future, they could return to the Northwest!
"Grandpa, Grandpa Dong truly treats you like a brother," Su Xiaotian said, looking at Grandpa Su.
After examining Dong Yuanzhong, Su Xiaotian could basically determine that if she didn't intervene, Dong Yuanzhong's body might not last much longer, perhaps only four or five years, and at most no more than six or seven years!
Moreover, she found it strange that Dong Yuanzhong's physical condition seemed to have shown no improvement in the past few months; instead, it had worsened.
If this situation continued, perhaps he wouldn't even last four or five years.
Dong Yuanzhong was a good person and a good leader. Su Xiaotian didn't want him to die so soon.
Therefore, she thought of doing her best to treat him. What if she could defy fate and save him?
"Xiaotian, you are still too young, you don't understand some things..."
Grandpa Su sighed, but ultimately did not finish his sentence.
In his heart, Xiaotian was still young, and there were many things she shouldn't know.
"Grandpa, I understand everything. Don't worry, I am confident enough to do this well."
Grandpa Su knew he couldn't dissuade his granddaughter, so he had to give up.
This child, who knew who she took after!
Her personality was so stubborn, it was impossible to reason with her.
What brought Grandpa Su a little comfort was that Fan Shufang had agreed to arrange for someone to inspect Su Xiaotian's medicine after it was prepared.
If any problems were found during the inspection, Dong Yuanzhong wouldn't take it, and the Su family should be safe, right?
Others had no interest in Su Xiaotian's process of preparing medicine.
However, Su Xiaojiu, from some point onwards, became interested.
Every day after school, he would follow Su Xiaotian around and actively help her with chores like cutting herbs and boiling medicine.
Su Xiaotian was very surprised to see the gluttonous Ninth Brother actively helping with work.
"Ninth Brother, have you finished your homework?"
To keep up with Su Xiaotian's pace, the Su brothers had put in 100% effort in their studies. It was rare for them to have time to waste like this.
Su Xiaojiu pouted.
"My grades are considered top-notch in the class now. As long as you don't compare me to you!"
This was the truth. The three siblings were in the same class. Su Xiaojiu's grades were mostly higher than Su Xiaoba's, and he was far ahead of other classmates.
But because of Su Xiaotian's presence, he could only rank second.
Su Xiaotian heard the grievance in Su Xiaojiu's words and couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh.
There was no way around it; she couldn't just have Ninth Brother change classes, could she?
Oh, in the current situation, even if she wanted to change classes, it was impossible.
After all, there was only one gifted class, so there was nowhere to change to.
"Ninth Brother, how about I leave the last page of the next exam blank?" Su Xiaotian tentatively asked.
She was also considering whether consistently outperforming her two brothers in every exam might pierce their hearts.
Su Xiaojiu shook his head like a rattle.
"Forget it."
Relying on his sister not answering the latter part of the questions to get first place was too embarrassing for him, Su Xiaojiu.
What was wrong with being second? Others couldn't even achieve second place!
Losing to his own sister was not embarrassing; losing to others was!
"Really? Ninth Brother, don't you want to try the feeling of being first?" Su Xiaotian asked with a smile.
She could genuinely let him have it once or twice.
Su Xiaojiu quickly said, "No need, no need. If first place isn't earned through my own ability, it's meaningless."
After a slight pause, Su Xiaojiu spoke again, "When we go to college, I definitely won't be in the same class as you. Then, I'll be able to be first!"
Su Xiaotian...
Oh, it had to be said, this goal was quite realistic!
"Go for it, Ninth Brother!" Su Xiaotian clenched her small fist and encouraged her brother.
Su Xiaojiu...
"Xiaotian, why don't you teach me medical skills first?"
"You believe me?" Su Xiaotian found it hard to believe.
She hadn't studied medicine; she had only learned some minor details from Li Mingcai, and the rest was self-taught. How could Ninth Brother believe such medical skills?
"Of course, I believe you. Xiaotian, as long as it's something you know, I believe it!"
"Ninth Brother, I mainly focus on preparing medicine; my ability to diagnose illnesses is actually not very high!"
This time, Su Xiaotian also clearly felt her own inadequacy.
But now, the system library only provided foreign language books, so she couldn't learn medicine even if she wanted to.
Suddenly, Su Xiaotian thought of a problem. She seemed to have fallen into a misunderstanding.
She spent a lot of time every day reading books from the system library, forgetting whether reading books in reality could also accumulate time.
Also, reading system books gave some bonuses; did reading other books also have that effect?
Perhaps she could try it tomorrow.
If so, she would have some choice in what books to read and how to plan her reading schedule.
Su Xiaojiu was talking to Su Xiaotian, but Su Xiaotian seemed to have zoned out.
"Xiaotian, Xiaotian, what's wrong? You don't want to teach me?" Su Xiaojiu felt a little hurt.
Did Xiaotian really not want to teach him medical skills?
"Ninth Brother, I was just thinking about an important issue and didn't hear what you said," Su Xiaotian quickly reassured Su Xiaojiu with a smile.
"I said, I'll start by learning from preparing medicine," Su Xiaojiu said with a hint of grievance.
"If that's the case, then you can learn with me bit by bit. However, it cannot interfere with your studies, otherwise, I won't be able to teach you!"
Su Xiaotian also added a prerequisite.
None of the Su family children could put the cart before the horse.
When studying, they could not be distracted by anything.
On this point, Su Xiaotian had always been very clear.
Only by getting into a good university in the future could they truly obtain the stepping stone to a higher level.
Although many people might be able to help take care of the Su family, the future of the Su family could only rely on the people of the Su family.
Only when the brothers all became useful talents would it be the time for the Su family to truly change their social standing!
And only when the Su family's reputation shone brightly would they have the资格 to stand on equal footing with other families without being at a disadvantage.
Su Xiaotian only realized after arriving in the capital that the families who had once taken care of her family in Hongxin Brigade all had their own foundations.
Let alone the existence of the Shen and Du families as high-ranking families, even the Shen family, which had the weakest foundation, was not comparable to their Su family.
This further strengthened Su Xiaotian's resolve to urge her brothers to strive hard and change their family's fortunes.
"I know, don't worry, I will study hard and definitely won't let Eighth Brother surpass me!"
Su Xiaoba happened to pass by the door...
What kind of talk was this?
Could this brother still be kept?
Su Xiaoba wasn't not studying hard, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't catch up to his younger siblings.
Being the oldest and the worst at studying was already difficult enough for him, why did these two have to poke his sore spot?
The two children happily chatting inside were unaware that someone outside was suffering a mental blow.
In any case, the two of them cooperated and were busy and happy.
Su Xiaotian occasionally offered guidance to Su Xiaojiu.
Fortunately, Su Xiaojiu's comprehension ability was good. Once Su Xiaotian said something, he could remember it and even apply it to new situations.
With Xiaojiu's help, Su Xiaotian's speed increased significantly.
Author's Note:
A large chapter of four thousand words has been combined. I worked overtime tonight and got home too late, almost not having time to write. I apologize to all my babies. I will try to be earlier in the future. Mwah, love you all!