Chapter 16

Sanya leaned against Madam Ruan and said softly with her head down, When I was waiting for brother outside, brother Dabao came over and said that third aunt went to the county to buy candy for him. I ignored him, but he came up to me. I couldnt hold back and said that I had candy today too.

What followed was the scene that Shu Yu had seen. The little fatty scolded Sanya smugly while showing off his candy and ended up throwing a huge tantrum.

The little fatty was, after all, the old ladys grandson too, so Shu Yu still explained.

However, the old lady simply waved her hand, Its fine, its fine. If his father dares to come, Ill handle it.

She was obviously more concerned about Lu Erbais leg and hurriedly asked, Miss Shu, is there any other way to treat Erbais leg? Is it really useless to apply ointment?

Shu Yu shook her head, Not only is it useless, but the ointment will even aggravate the injury. He fell again today, so its best to go see the doctor tomorrow. Dragging it on would make it worse.

The old lady was very worried, Alright, alright then. Ill think of a way.

Shu Yu knew that the Lu family was as poor as a church mouse. Let alone five taels of silver, they might not even be able to take out five coins.

Lu Erbais leg injury could not be delayed any longer.

She knew that one should not reveal ones wealth, but after communicating with them just now, she had a better understanding of their personalities.

With that, she took out two pieces of silver and placed them on the table, Ill pay for Uncle Lus medical fees.

The few people in the living room widened their eyes. Lu Erbais reaction was the strongest. He hurriedly pushed the money back, No, this isnt right. How can I take your money?

The old lady wanted to say something, but when she saw her son like this, she ultimately sighed and turned her head away with red eyes.

However, Shu Yus tone was exceptionally firm, Uncle Lu, you know that I wont be at ease if you dont accept the money. I wont have the courage to face you anymore.

Lu Erbai was stunned. He wanted to say that it wasnt her fault that his leg had become like this. Back then, he had not paid attention and had left before he had fully recovered. However, he couldnt say this in front of his mother. Otherwise, with his mothers personality, she would definitely make Shu Yu take full responsibility.

So he finally clenched his fists and said in a low voice, Then, just take it as we borrowed the money. When my leg recovers, Ill work hard and return it to you.

The old lady quickly nodded, Thats right, thats right. The most important thing now is to cure the leg injury. Well get through this difficult time as a family first, then think of ways to earn money.

Madam Ruan nodded too. Even Sanya whispered, I, I will also work in the fields and pick a lot of wild vegetables.

Shu Yu didnt decline. Whether they needed to return the money or not would be a matter they could discuss in the future. The most important thing right now was to treat Lu Erbais leg.

The old lady was relieved, probably because they had found a solution. She stood up and said, Since were going to the county tomorrow, Ill go to the village heads house now and borrow the ox cart.

Then, she told Madam Ruan, Ruan, go on and prepare the food, and cook the meat too. Miss Shu must be hungry. Seeing that its getting late, Im afraid that she wont be able to leave today. Why dont you rest here for the night? Its just that our house is very run-down, and Im afraid you wont be used to it.

Its fine. Im just afraid of disturbing you.

The old lady smiled so widely that her eyes were slits, Of course not. Its not a disturbance.

Initially, the old lady had been reluctant to cook the pork and planned to eat it bit by bit in the future. It would be great if she could have some meat every day.

But Miss Shu was generous. She even lent money to treat her second sons legs. How benevolent.