Wu Zhi despises worldly things and behaves casually, but he has a kind heart and an open mind, and deserves to be treated with sincerity.
As Xu Jiang said, Han Su was not a barbarian. He received orthodox education in the capital and should behave like a gentleman.
In relationships between men and women, even if it is not in accordance with etiquette and customs, it should be based on affection and should not be so frivolous.
"If you don't want to see me, then don't see me." Xu Jiang poured tea for the two of them and said, "Today is a good day. Let's not talk about things that will spoil the mood. Come, have some tea."
Qin happened to come back, and Xu Jiang hurriedly asked her to sit down and added a seat for her.
The four of them raised their glasses to celebrate the spring sun, sipped their wine slowly, and chatted about family matters.
After drinking half a cup of tea, Song Qiao suddenly frowned.
Seeing this, Xu Jiang asked, "Ah Qiao, what's wrong with you?"
Song Qiao waved his hands and was about to speak when he felt his chest churning. He then stood up and ran to the side, holding onto a tree and began to vomit.
The other three immediately chased after him.
Xu Jiang supported her and saw that her face was pale. She called out to Wu Zhi, "Azhi, come and take a look!"
Wu Zhi lifted up Song Qiao's face to examine it, then held up her hand to take her pulse, and then observed her external symptoms, and he immediately had an idea in his mind.
"Don't let her get sunburned outside. Let her come inside and rest for a while." Wu Zhi called Yin Yin over and said, "I saw you drinking red fruit tea just now. Go and pour some for Ah Qiao."
"Okay." Yin Yin put down the branch and quickly went to the kitchen.
Xu Jiang and Wu Zhi helped Song Qiao into a nearby hut. Qin asked Xiao Wang to look after Mai Mai while she went to the main hall to inform Hu Xu.
Hu Xu heard that Song Qiao was unwell and rushed over quickly.
Xu Jiang happened to come out of the hut, so she let him in and stopped the people who followed him outside.
Qin pulled Xu Jiang aside and whispered, "Madam Song, but..."
Xu Jiang nodded.
Qin said happily, "Really? That's a really happy event!"
After a while, Hu Xu came out supporting Song Qiao, his expression happy yet cautious.
Wu Zhi followed behind the two of them and warned them, "Ah Qiao is in good health, and her pulse is stable. Don't worry too much. She should continue her diet and daily routine as usual. Give her whatever she wants, but remember not to overeat or overwork her."
"Okay, I've got that in mind. Thank you, Doctor Wu." Hu Xu nodded continuously, but his hands did not relax.
Wu Zhi continued, "From today on, I will come to check Ah Qiao's pulse every seven days. Please remember these dates."
Song Qiao's expression improved a lot due to the good news. He turned around and said, "I'll trouble you from now on, Azhi."
Wu Zhi waved her hand, "There's no need to be polite between you and me."
Song Qiao had taken her all over the mountains to look for medicine in the past and had never complained about the trouble, so it was nothing for her to put in the effort.
Shopkeeper Wang asked with concern, "What happened to my sister-in-law?"
Song Qiao felt a little embarrassed and didn't know how to say it.
Hu Xu said happily: "Ah Qiao is pregnant."
"Are you pregnant?" Shopkeeper Wang's worried expression faded, and he said in surprise, "What a coincidence! Isn't today a double celebration?"
"A good omen, a good omen." Lou Jing smiled widely, and then said to Hu Xu and Song Qiao, "Congratulations, both of you."
Hu Xu was so happy, "Thank you, sir."
Everyone also congratulated him.
Zeng Zhui sighed, "My brother Zhuchun is going to be a father. I'm really envious."
Shopkeeper Wang slapped him twice with his bear paws. "It's still early for you. Take your time."
He then said to Song Qiao, "Your sister-in-law will have a hard time in the future." He also warned Hu Xu, "Pregnancy is difficult for women, and childbirth is not easy. Brother Hu, please be more considerate and caring in the future."
Lou Jing nodded in agreement, "The most important thing is to stay calm and take good care of yourself."
Wu Zhi said, "It's on the way anyway. Come with me to Qianjintang later and get a dose of Four Gods Decoction for the fetus, just to be on the safe side."
Hu Xu just nodded no matter what everyone said, and was so happy that he was silly.
Xu Jiang also laughed, her eyes narrowed with smiles.
Lou Yunchun looked at her, curled up the corners of his mouth slightly, and it seemed that she must like children.
The banquet was coming to an end, the daylight was setting, and everyone was packing up to say goodbye. It was convenient for them to go home together, so it was a lively occasion.
Wu Zhi was the last one to come.
Xu Jiang held her back and warned her, "Remember to go home tonight and don't run around anymore."
Wu Zhi patted her hands and said, "I understand, housekeeper." Then she went to Qianjin Hall with Hu Xu and his wife.
When Madam Lou and Liu Mei came out, the maids and servants were cleaning up the mess, and Xu Jiang and Lou Yunchun were hanging lanterns.
To keep a house warm, not only should a strong fire be kept burning all day and all night, but lights should also be kept on in the yard all night to inform the neighbors and the gods in all directions that the house has a new owner.
"Have all the guests gone?" Mrs. Lou walked to Lou Jing's side and watched the two of them hang lanterns.
"Let's go back." Lou Jing held her hand and then told her the good news about Hu Xu.
Mrs. Lou was very happy, "This is really a good sign."
Lou Jing glanced at his son and daughter-in-law, and whispered to his wife, "It would be great if we could have a little one too."
Mrs. Lou squeezed his hand and said, "Just let it be."
"That's right." Seeing how clingy his son was to Xu Jiang, Lou Jing thought that this might happen soon.
Looking at his son who has grown tall and strong now, Lou Jing couldn't help but think of his thin and lonely childhood, and a sense of loneliness and guilt rose in his heart.
If he has children in the future, he will definitely let them grow up carefree and in a lively environment.
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