Chapter 62 - Chapter 62: Chapter 62: Sudden Accident (1/2)

Chapter 62: Chapter 62: Sudden Accident

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The Daming Dynasty, although restrictive towards women, was not as stringent as the previous dynasty. It is generally frowned upon for women from the backyard to be present while men discuss affairs, but both Han Yu and Deng Tong didn’t mind, and they were just chatting casually, so Su Wenyue didn’t excuse herself.

People of different statuses discuss different topics. Han Yu is an ambitious man, or perhaps it’s better to say he has ambitions, which is why he became acquainted with Deng Tong. While with Deng Tong, they predominately discussed matters of the imperial court and the local government. Su Wenyue actually wasn’t very interested in these topics, but due to her experience from her previous life, she was not unfamiliar with them and could understand.

Deng Tong didn’t intentionally observe Su Wenyue. A friend’s wife must not be coveted, and he would not commit such an offense. However, sitting at the same table, he couldn’t help but notice Su Wenyue’s expressions. He was surprised to find that she could understand their conversation and even showed signs of approval or disapproval. Thus, he grew more interested in Su Wenyue, finding her to be quite remarkable, and his respect for her increased.

“Miss, Uncle, I’ve finally found you!” As several people were leaving the restaurant and about to say goodbye, a servant hurried over, his face bearing a mix of anxiety and joy.

Su Wenyue recognized that this was a servant from the Su Family. His haste suggested that there must be some emergency at home, causing her some anxiety: “What’s the matter, is there an issue at home that made you rush over to find us like this?”

“Don’t worry, speak slowly,” Han Yu said, also somewhat concerned, yet more composed than Su Wenyue.

“Miss, Uncle, there’s trouble at the Han Family. Someone from the Han Family came and said that your mother-in-law was injured by a thief who broke into the house and hit her head. They sent someone to find you to return home.”

Upon hearing that it wasn’t the Su Family that had the emergency, Su Wenyue breathed a sigh of relief. However, remembering that the injured person was her mother-in-law, and while she didn’t have much affection for her, this woman was Han Yu’s birth mother, she grew worried again. Turning to look at Han Yu, she indeed saw a look of concern and urgency on his face.

“Has there been any word on how serious my mother-in-law’s injuries are? Has a doctor seen her?” Su Wenyue asked the servant.

“I don’t know the specifics. The master and madam immediately sent me to find you upon receiving the news, so the details are unclear. Uncle, Miss, you best hurry back.”

After listening, Su Wenyue turned to Han Yu, “Husband, let’s hurry back. We should also invite a doctor on our way. Xiaohe Village doesn’t have any skilled doctors, and they can only treat minor ailments like headaches and fevers. If mother’s injury is severe, the village doctor won’t suffice. Besides, since mother hit her head, we must find a more competent doctor to be at ease.”

Han Yu nodded in agreement, concurring that his wife’s approach was best.

Deng Tong, who was still nearby and had yet to leave, chimed in, “Brother Han, I’m familiar with County Town and know that the doctor from Baoan Tang is skilled. I’ll take you to him, and we can have him come back with us to Xiaohe Village to treat your mother.”

Han Yu did not decline, for his primary concern was his mother’s condition, and he wanted to find a doctor as soon as possible: “I am indebted to you, Brother Deng.”