Xiqiu's heart was pounding. Ever since the First Master caught a cold a few years ago, his health had been intermittent, though not too serious, it warned her to always be on edge. Now, upon hearing the news, how could she not be anxious? She finished speaking and grabbed Fourth Master Xiao's hand, saying, "Please, Fourth Master, help me call Chunliu and Bihuai in."
Fourth Master Xiao watched her regain her composure, then helped her steady herself by the table and opened the door, calling Chunliu and Bihuai in. The two should have already heard about the First Master's situation, their expressions were tense.
Xiqiu saw them come in and said, "Go to the storeroom and find that century-old ginseng the Fourth Master brought back. I remember there's also a Lingzhi mushroom, bring it along." Then she added, "Help me change clothes, Bihuai, stay to care for Ying and Gong."
