Chapter 23 - 23 Why do misfortunes occur?

“Doctor Shao living alone with a child is truly not easy. Not wanting to attract too much attention, she must be afraid of encountering calamities.”

Jhiang Yijia asked in confusion, “Why would she encounter calamities?”

“A widow with a child is the most susceptible to being bullied, especially by those men who bully others by flaunting their power. Moreover, the child could also be labeled as illegitimate, a child without a father. She would be ridiculed by others,” Lady Jhiang explained and then sighed deeply.

A woman living alone with a child is not easy; if she lives well, she will definitely arouse the envy of others who dislike the complications of life, and who knows how many gossips and rumors could be spread at that time.

Jhiang Yijia immediately understood, just like when she had been pointed at by others.

Children scornfully called illegitimate felt extremely distressed, clenching their fists tightly.

But now Shao He’s identity is special, and it was not easy for him to protect her openly.

“Mother, why do you think Doctor Shao is living alone with her child? Where is the child’s father?”

Lady Jhiang pondered for a moment and said, “Doctor Shao’s demeanor does not suggest she comes from a family of farmers, and her accent sounds particularly like that of someone from Capital City.”

“Capital City?” Jhiang Yijia was even more puzzled.

Seeing the surprised look on her daughter’s face, Lady Jhiang pondered for a moment and said, “This is Doctor Shao’s private matter, you should mind your own business less.”

Seeing that her mother seemed reluctant to discuss further, Jhiang Yijia closed her mouth and said nothing.

Shao He was busy all morning and finally returned to the small courtyard after finishing her consultations.

Yun Qian was organizing medicinal materials and smiled as he saw the returning person, saying, “Finished at last.”

“Hmm,” responded Shao He, went straight to the stone table, sat down, poured a cup of tea, and took a small sip.

Yun Qian put down the medicinal materials in his hand, sat opposite her, and Shao He put down her cup and said, “I might leave earlier than planned.”

Yun Qian was not surprised that she suddenly proposed to leave earlier; instead, he understood very well, considering Miss Shao’s uncommon identity.

At the same time, he worried about her having nowhere to go and couldn’t help but ask, “Where do you plan to go after you leave here, Miss Shao?”

Shao He shook her head, “I haven’t decided yet, but there are still a few patients who have not been completely cured. I might have to stay a few more days.”@@novelbin@@

She disliked leaving things halfway, as a doctor, she had to be responsible for the patients she had treated.

Yun Qian fell silent for a moment, then suddenly looked up, “Anji Hall has a branch in Liancheng, and I have relatives there. Would you consider going?”

“Thank you for your kindness, but that won’t be necessary,” said Shao He, not wanting to travel long distances, especially since she still had a child with her. She could endure it, but was afraid the child could not.

Seeing this, Yun Qian did not push further; he believed the young lady had her own plans in mind.

As Shao He turned around, she noticed the masked man who had not yet left the corner. Seeing his distressed expression, she thought he was worried about his leg and stepped towards him.

“I didn’t mean to eavesdrop. I was just passing by here by chance and happened to hear your discussion,” the masked man said, his voice a bit hoarse, which made it all the more magnetically appealing.

Shao He heard his explanation and smiled lightly, then continued, “You don’t have to worry. Since I’ve accepted your consultation fee, I will take responsibility for you till the end.”

“That does put me at ease,” Pei Huaian said, a faint smile playing on his lips as he stared at her lovely face, somewhat entranced.

Shao He coughed awkwardly, as their conversation always seemed to have a hint of ambiguity?

“How about you give me your address, and I’ll come to treat you when it’s time.”