Chapter 1489 Taking her out for a walk

The old lady's illness gave the Lu family a real scare.

But they were unwavering in contributing money and effort. Even though the third wife and her husband were very reluctant, they still resolutely handed over the money to Lu Erbai, turning their faces away and pretending not to see it.

Others also contributed whatever they could, more or less.

Lu Erbai gave all the money to Meng Pei, asking him to help contact more people.

However, Shu Yu later privately approached Meng Pei and gave him an extra sum of money. She knew that finding someone wasn't easy, and there was a difference between being attentive and not being attentive. Having some extra money was never a bad thing.

The matter concerning the old lady was settled just like that.

However, due to the old lady's illness, Shu Yu's original plan to go to the workshop was delayed, and she could only go the next day.

The next morning, before setting off, she went to the old lady's courtyard to take a look.

Surprisingly, she was in pretty good spirits; not only did she not have a fever anymore, but her complexion also became much rosier.

The temperature was quite cool at the moment, and it wasn't raining, so she took Hua Xian to practice Tai Chi in the yard.

It was Dr. Zhao who told her about Tai Chi; it can be used as a form of exercise.

Upon seeing Shu Yu, the old lady stopped and said with a smile, "You all come to see me before you leave home. I always tell you you're fine, but look, your complexions are rosy. Zhao Xi took my pulse and said I'm completely healed."

She was quite happy; none of the young people who had fevers or illnesses recovered as quickly as she did.

Shu Yu found it amusing. The old lady had just released her pent-up anger, which made her feel relieved. With the help of medication, wouldn't she recover quickly?

"It's good that Grandma is alright. I'm going to the workshop now."

"Go ahead." Shu Yu turned and left.

But after taking a few steps, he stopped and returned to the old lady's side, smiling as he asked, "Grandma, would you like to come with me for a stroll around the estate?"

The old lady's eyes lit up instinctively.

Shu Yu thought: Sure enough, she also wanted to go out for a walk.

In fact, the old lady is at home most of the time, or she goes to Yiren Pavilion or Liufang Lane. Occasionally she will go to her third uncle and fourth aunt's place, but it is a bit far away, so she doesn't go there often.

However, she has never actually gone on activities like sightseeing, hiking, or mountain climbing.

Even Shu Yu's estate, she has only visited once in all this time.

Shu Yu felt it was necessary to take her to see the sights, to refresh her mind and change her environment.

"Won't it interfere with your work?" The old lady hesitated for a moment, but she didn't refuse, clearly indicating that she wanted to go.

"No, there are your sister-in-law and Xiaozaozao in the village. You can talk to them and wander around the fields. We'll come back after I've finished my business."

The old lady thought it was feasible and readily nodded, "Okay, then wait for me a moment, I'll change my clothes."

She quickly turned around and went back into the house, excitedly calling out to Hua Xian.

Shu Yu took a couple of sips of tea and then came out, wearing old clothes she had dug out from the bottom of her trunk, and a straw hat on her head.

Shu Yu blinked, "Grandma, what's wrong...?"

"Well, I was just thinking I might have to work in the fields, so I brought this to shield myself from the sun." She tugged at her clothes, still a little excited.

Shu Yu was in a daze. The old lady used to be used to working in the fields, but now that she no longer farms, she seemed quite looking forward to it. Perhaps, this was one of the reasons for her loneliness?

She didn't say anything more, just smiled and put her arm around her as they walked out.

(End of this chapter)