On her wedding night, she went into exile with her pharmacy arsenal

Chapter 2321 Reunion with the Wu Family

Upon arriving at the inn, the three of them knocked on the door of Su Shengsheng's room.

Su Shengsheng opened the door, saw that it was them, and quickly invited them inside.

On the table were steaming porridge and several baskets of steamed buns, and the old woman stood beside the table.

Upon seeing Yan Ruyu and the others enter, the old woman quickly walked up to them and greeted them.

Yan Ruyu said gently, "Old man, we returned to the city last night and saw that you were really tired, so we arranged for you to stay at the inn first. After you have your meal, you can go back to your niece's house."

The old woman held Yan Ruyu's hand, her eyes reddening: "My niece lives in the alleys around here. I must take some of our benefactors to see her so she can properly thank them!"

"If it weren't for you, this old woman would never have seen her again!"

Yan Ruyu smiled and said, "Grandpa, we were just about to take you home and see your niece. It's not too late to have a meal first."

The old woman nodded repeatedly, her face full of gratitude.

After a hurried breakfast, he led Yan Ruyu and the other two into the alleyway by the street.

Following Yan Ruyu's instructions, Su Shengsheng first strolled around the city to inquire about the He family's affairs, and also visited Qiu Yun's city guard's residence to gather some information.

The alley is paved with bluestone slabs, and there are low courtyard walls on both sides, with morning glories climbing on the top of the walls, blooming riotously.

The old woman led the group to a small courtyard with a string of dried corn hanging on the gate, giving it a lively and homey feel.

The old woman knocked on the door, calling out her niece's given name: "Ming'er, it's your aunt, open the door quickly!"

Shortly after, footsteps could be heard inside.

A young woman came to open the door.

She was dressed in a coarse cloth dress, slightly plump, with a large belly sticking out. She gently stroked her lower abdomen with one hand and walked out slowly, looking at the old woman with a mixture of surprise and delight.

"Auntie! What brings you here? Didn't you say you'd be a few days later?"

The old woman took her hand and looked her up and down: "You don't look well. I was really worried about you, so I came over early to put my mind at ease."

The woman glanced at Yan Ruyu and the others: "Who are these people...?"

The old woman said warmly, "These people are my saviors."

Without asking any further questions, the woman quickly replied, "Ah, since you are my benefactor, please come inside."

Princess Mingzhao's gaze fell on the woman, her pupils contracted slightly, and she recognized her instantly.

This woman was none other than the pregnant woman, Ms. Wu, whom she had seen in front of the He family's pharmacy a few days ago!

She was deeply impressed; she never expected that the woman was this old woman's niece.

The group followed the old woman and Wu Shi into the small courtyard.

The yard was kept clean, and in the corner stood two terracotta flowerpots filled with bright red cockscomb flowers.

Princess Mingzhao slowed her pace slightly, moved closer to Yan Ruyu, and whispered in her ear: "She is the Wu I was talking about, the one I saw in front of the He family's pharmacy."

Yan Ruyu paused slightly upon hearing this, and glanced at Wu's back with a hint of surprise. Wu was holding her lower abdomen with her hand, walking slowly and revealing the fatigue of pregnancy.

Yan Ruyu nodded subtly.

Madam Wu stepped aside and led the group into the house, saying, "The house is simple; please don't mind, my benefactors."

The room was clean and tidy. A low wooden table with four elm chairs was placed by the window. On the table was a ceramic teapot and several rough porcelain teacups.

After everyone sat down, Yan Ruyu's gaze fell on Wu's lower abdomen, her eyes narrowing as she looked clearly inside Wu's belly.

The old woman had previously said that Wu was eight months pregnant, but the shape of her belly now was far larger than that of a typical eight-month pregnant belly, indicating that it was already the size of a full-term fetus.

Yan Ruyu frowned slightly. If they waited until full term to give birth, the baby would be too big and difficult to deliver. Wu was weak and would not be able to withstand it. In the end, she would probably lose both her baby and her life.

She withdrew her gaze and then swept it over Wu's face. She was pale and ashen, her lips were bloodless, and there was a dark bluish-black patch under her eyes. Even the corners of her eyes showed a faint weariness. Clearly, her body was severely depleted.

The old woman pulled Wu to sit down beside her and recounted her ordeal, her voice filled with lingering fear: "Ming'er, if it weren't for these benefactors who came to your rescue, I don't know when I would have been able to see you again."

Upon hearing this, Madam Wu quickly stood up, placed one hand on her lower abdomen, and slightly curtsied.

"Many thanks to the benefactors who saved my aunt. I will never forget their great kindness."

Yan Ruyu gently supported her arm, her fingertips naturally hooking around her wrist, her fingertips pressing against her pulse point.

Although her pulse was slippery, it was thin, weak, and unstable, indicating a deficiency of spleen and stomach qi, as well as insufficient qi and blood.

"Please sit down. You are heavily pregnant, so there's no need for formalities."

Yan Ruyu helped her sit back in her chair and took out a plain white brocade pouch from her sleeve.

"Madam, I have a packet of fruit tea here. Please have the maid brew a pot."

Wu had only one maidservant by her side, who had served her for many years. The maidservant was quick-witted and immediately stepped forward upon hearing the news, took the brocade bag with both hands, bowed in agreement, and turned to go to the kitchen.

Yan Ruyu said, "Madam, I also know a little about medicine and have some knowledge of pregnancy preservation and childbirth. Why don't I take a look at you?"

Ms. Wu looked somewhat embarrassed: "Thank you for your kindness, but my pregnancy has been treated and maintained by doctors from the He family's pharmacy since the third month. Changing doctors midway... I'm afraid it's not appropriate."

She phrased it tactfully, but it was still a refusal.

Upon hearing this, Princess Mingzhao's expression darkened slightly. Just as she was about to speak, Yan Ruyu gently nudged her arm, giving her a look that said, "Take it easy."

Yan Ruyu changed the subject: "So that's how it is. I didn't think it through. It's alright, but things can change a lot during pregnancy, so you need to be careful and keep a calm mind so that symptoms like dizziness and shortness of breath can improve."

Madam Wu was taken aback for a moment, then nodded, a hint of surprise on her face: "You could tell, Madam? Ever since I became pregnant, I've always felt tightness in my chest and dizziness. The doctor from the He family just said it was normal and prescribed some medicine to prevent miscarriage."

Seeing this, the old woman quickly smoothed things over, patting her thigh with a smile: "Oh dear, my benefactors saved me, and I haven't properly thanked them yet."

I don't have any other skills, but I'm really good at making noodles. I guarantee you'll all enjoy them. You absolutely have to try my cooking today."

Upon hearing this, Yan Ruyu smiled and agreed, her eyes gentle: "Then I'll trouble you, old lady. It's been a long time since I've had handmade noodles."

The old woman beamed with joy when she saw that she had agreed.

Before long, a maid brought in a teapot. As soon as she entered the main room, a sweet fruity fragrance wafted out, its refreshing sweetness instantly filling the room.

Wu took a deep breath subconsciously, and the suffocating feeling in her chest dissipated by most of it, making her breathing easier.

The maidservant arranged the teacups one by one: "Madam, the tea is ready."

The aroma was rich and enticing, and the old woman took several deep breaths.

Wu also picked up her teacup, looked at the pale yellow tea in it, sniffed, and couldn't help but drink half of it.

Upon hearing this, Madam Wu was filled with surprise.