The carriage and luggage were ready. Xu Jiang turned and bowed to Du Hui, "Sir, I will be leaving now. Please take care of yourself."

Lou Yunchun also bowed and said, "We will come to see you again in the spring next year."

After the spring, they will go to Chongzhou to pick up Xizhi, and then they can come to Fuzhou to visit Du Hui.

"Okay." Du Hui supported the two of them, feeling a little reluctant to leave. He reminded them, "You haven't recovered yet, so don't rush on your journey. Don't overwork yourself after returning to Beijing. It's important to maintain your health."

Xu Jiang wiped away her tears and said in a hoarse voice, "Sir, you too, although the people's livelihood is important, don't make it difficult for yourself. Don't forget that there are people in the capital who care about you."

Lou Yunchun said, "We have Doctor Wu accompanying us on the journey, so you can rest assured, sir."

"Hey." Du Hui patted the two on the shoulders, then said to Xu Jiang, "Tell my family and old friends how I am. Also, tell Zeng Er to write back to me. Also, tell him to keep an eye on things for me. Don't let your guard down just because I'm away."

Then he smiled and said, "Please tell him that the wine has been buried and will be opened for him in February. Don't let me miss out on drinking it."

Xu Jiang burst into laughter and nodded in response, "With Master Lin watching over us, you can rest assured. Even if he has three heads and six arms, he can't turn the tables."

Lou Yunchun also spoke well of Zeng Zhui, "He was already quite impressive when we discussed Dao with Wenfeng last time. Now that he's living under the same roof with Mr. Xun, and with his guidance, he's sure to make rapid progress and secure a spot in the top three."

Hearing that Zeng Zhui now had two divisions to escort him, Du Hui couldn't help but feel jealous. "Don't praise him in front of others, or he won't get too proud of himself."

"You're always saying one thing and thinking another. How many times have you praised your apprentice in front of me? You've been talking about number one in Shu, top scholar, down-to-earth and filial. I'm almost getting calluses on my ears." Chen Que interrupted, then ignored his annoyed look and said to Xu Jiang, "Madam Xu, don't forget my book when you return to the capital."

Xu Jiang replied, "Don't worry, I won't forget it. I'll send it to you as soon as I get to Beijing."

Shen Que's face was full of anticipation, "Then I'll be waiting."

As they were talking, a bell rang from the front. Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Wu Zhi driving an ox cart over.

The cargo box behind her was piled high and wrapped tightly with parchment. No one knew what was inside.

Seeing this, a guard came forward to hold the reins for her. She thanked him, then got off the car and came to say goodbye to Du Hui.

"Master Du, thank you for your care. I am leaving now."

"Of course." It was just a letter of recommendation. Whether she could get in depended on herself. Du Hui warned, "The social dynamics in the capital are complicated. You must be cautious in everything you do. As a woman, you will definitely face many obstacles if you want to enter the Medical Bureau. If you encounter any problems, ask them for advice. Don't be embarrassed."

"Wu Zhi will remember the adults' instructions."

"Even if you can't get into the medical department in the end, don't lose heart. Fuzhou will always have you as a retreat route and a hut to defend."

Wu Zhi was touched by his concern and bowed sincerely, "Thank you for your advice, sir."

"Don't be polite." Du Hui glanced at Xu Jiang and Lou Yunchun and said to her, "I'll trouble you to take care of these two and keep an eye on them for me along the way."

Wu Zhi agreed, "Don't worry, I'm here to ensure they're safe along the way."

Du Hui turned to his two enemies and warned them, "When you get to the capital, treat Doctor Wu as your own and take good care of him. Okay?"

Lou Yunchun and Xu Jiang nodded in unison.

"knew."

"Don't worry."

Du Hui looked at the three of them, sighed deeply, and then waved his hand, "Go."

The three of them knelt and bowed to him, then stood up and walked towards the carriage.

Lou Yunchun helped Xu Jiang get into the car first, and then was about to follow when he was stopped by Du Hui, "Lou family kid... um?" Before he could finish his words, Chen Que covered his mouth.

Shen Que said: "He said that he wanted you to take good care of your wife."

Lou Yunchun nodded seriously, "Yes." Then he got on the same carriage with Xu Jiang.

Xu Jiang opened the curtains and waved to Du Hui with tears in her eyes, "Sir, we are leaving now. Please take care of yourself."

Lou Yunchun also came over and said, "We will bring a letter to your family to reassure them."

Du Hui pulled down Chen Que's hand and waved to Ji, "Have a safe journey and take care."

Wu Zhi got on the ox cart and instructed, "I've left you this recipe for conditioning. Take it three times a month. Remember to take it."

That recipe is also extremely bitter.

Du Hui sighed, "I see."

The guard whipped the horse and the carriage moved forward slowly. An ox cart followed closely behind, heading towards the rising sun.

Watching the person walk away, Du Hui complained to Chen Que, "Why were you covering me just now?"

"Lest you say something that spoils the mood." Chen Que said, "Besides, even if they were to take two separate cars right under your nose, believe it or not, they would have gathered together without even turning around. Could you have stopped them?"

"Who said I wanted to stop you?" Du Hui snorted, "You've been saying all the good things."

Chen Que sneered, "Who says that those who eat from others are soft-hearted and those who take from others are short-handed? I have eaten and taken, so I should at least say a few nice words."

Du Hui sneered, "You eat and live with me, so why haven't you said anything nice to me?"

"I'm not afraid to say it, I'm just afraid you'll feel jealous."

"That's true." Du Hui's expression showed a bit of loneliness when he saw the group of people completely disappear at the street corner.

"Shall I have a couple of drinks with you?"

Du Hui turned around and saw his friend's face full of concern. His brows relaxed, "It just so happens that there's still half a jar of Qingju wine left from yesterday."

Shen Que couldn't wait and said, "What are you waiting for? Let's go."

The two of them then walked into the house together.

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A river of autumn water, red magnolias on both sides, the wind lifts the heavy curtains, inside the curtains, mandarin ducks pecking at feathers, brocade zither strings playing, the couple are affectionate and loving.

When they reached the bank of the Wei River, Lou Yunchun asked everyone to stop and rest.

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