It’s not surprising. Mother really should come here and pray for the blessing of the Goddess of Medicine, hoping that she will be healthy in the future.

The air here is fresh and the scenery is beautiful, which helps to relax the mind and may make my mother feel more comfortable.

Mrs. Song smiled at Wen Zhu, with no intention of chatting with her any further, and walked along the river in the direction where Wen Zhu came from.

She walked steadily and seemed to be very comfortable with everything here.

The river flows quietly, and the breeze blows the flowers and plants on the bank, bringing a sense of coolness and tranquility.

Wen Zhu thought that they were almost at the pavilion of the Duke's Mansion, and was afraid that Zhao Manxiang would discover them, so he did not chase after her.

She knew that if Zhao Manxiang saw her talking with Mrs. Song here, it might cause unnecessary trouble.

In the past, Mrs. Song was frail and sickly and rarely left the house.

But today was different. The weather was very good, the sun was shining, and there was a gentle breeze, as if nature was also welcoming her to come out for a walk.

Mrs. Song strolled in the warm and fresh air, seeming more energetic than usual, and her steps were lighter.

The maid Xue Liu was always by her side, taking care of Mrs. Song very carefully and attentively.

She would adjust Mrs. Song's clothes and hold her arms from time to time, fearing that something might go wrong.

Xue Liu is not only careful in her work, but also always observes the surrounding environment to ensure there are no potential dangers.

Not far away, guard Dong Fei also followed.

He looked around vigilantly, always keeping a distance.

Dong Fei is in his twenties and has good boxing and kicking skills, which are more than enough to deal with ordinary thieves, making people feel at ease.

Wen Zhu lowered his head and smiled, thinking about finding an opportunity to secretly return to Xu's house.

Although the Xu family's affairs made her a little uneasy, she decided to go back and see if it would help her resolve some of her worries.

After a while, they arrived at the pavilion of the Duke's Mansion.

"Are you back? Wen Zhu, are you tired?"

The Duke's wife asked kindly with a warm smile on her face.

The Duke's wife has always cared for Wen Zhu and was as considerate to her as her own daughter.

"A little tired."

Wen Zhu replied with a smile, his tone revealing a hint of weariness, but still polite.

"Come sit down for a while and have something to eat."

The Duke's wife pushed a porcelain plate towards her. On the plate were various exquisite snacks and teas, which were obviously specially prepared.

She is always so attentive and always provides care and support at critical moments.

Although he had just eaten a lot of snacks, Wen Zhu still picked up a piece of cake and chewed it slowly.

The pastries were sweet, soft and melted in her mouth, relieving some of her fatigue.

At this time, Zhao Manxiang also woke up and rubbed her eyes. It was obvious that she had just woken up from a nap.

"Sitting here is too boring, how about we play some cards?"

The Duke's wife suggested, with an expectant smile on her face.

She likes playing cards with her family, which not only enhances relationships but also helps kill time.

"Wen Zhu doesn't know how to play."

Zhao Manxiang said, with a hint of sarcasm in her voice.

She seemed to think that Wen Zhu was not very good at these entertainment activities, and always liked to act superior to Wen Zhu.

"Then let's teach her."

So the Duke's wife asked someone to bring cards, and the three of them gathered around the table and started playing.

They chatted and played cards in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.

"You guys play, I'm going to take a walk."

Fu Yu said with a smile, then stood up and left the pavilion.

She was always so understanding and knew that sometimes it was good to give others some time alone.

"Come back soon."

The Duke's wife casually gave a warning, her tone gentle and full of care.

About an hour later, Fu Yu slowly returned to the pavilion.

His steps seemed a little heavy, and he looked immersed in an indescribable gloom.

He looked at Wen Zhu with a worried look in his eyes, and said in a low and heavy voice: "Wen Zhu, come here."

Wen Zhu, who was playing cards attentively, turned around and looked at Fu Yu with confusion and puzzlement in his eyes when he heard this.

Her movements seemed to freeze in the air, and she became stiff in an instant.

What's going on?

A trace of uneasiness flashed through her mind. This sudden change made her feel a little abnormal.

She felt a sense of foreboding rising in her heart.

"Come here quickly."

Fu Yu's voice became extremely hoarse, as if something was strangling his throat, and was filled with a heavy breath.

His eyes revealed deep anxiety and pain, which made people feel sympathy.

Suddenly, Wen Zhu felt his right eyelid twitching wildly, and the uneasy feeling in his heart intensified and became almost impossible to suppress.

She barely supported her body and followed Fu Yu slowly to the riverside. Every step she took seemed like she was dragging a heavy burden forward.

"Sit down."

Fu Yu half pushed and half supported Wen Zhu to sit on a bluestone slab, trying to be gentle and caring.

Although his actions were subtle, they were full of consideration and protection for her.

Sensing the atmosphere was a bit strange, Wen Zhu tried to break the suffocating silence. He forced a smile and said in a relaxed tone, "I'm still flexible. How could my legs go weak so easily?"

Even so, she found her voice trembling, and her intended jokes came out in pieces.

What's going on?

She was filled with doubts and confusion.

All this happened too suddenly and she found it difficult to adapt.

It was just because Fu Yu’s expression was too scary.

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