The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

Li Yi, a scholar, is approached by Yan Zhi and a young prince after he demonstrates how to make candied hawthorn. Despite initially withholding secrets, he agrees to help when the prince offers ten taels of silver. As he skillfully prepares the treat, Yan Zhi expresses gratitude, revealing it has improved the Wang Fei's depression. Li Yi reflects on his past and the significance of hawthorn for digestion. The prince is astonished by the hawthorn's effects, prompting him to seek Li Yi's knowledge on treating depression. Li Yi feels guilty about the payment, knowing the prince is a regular customer. Meanwhile, anxiety looms in another part of the mansion.

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