After being forced to leave the marriage, I became the wife of a top scholar.

Chapter 69 Getting married
Seeing Madam Du's surprised expression, Doctor Luo became even more furious: "What? Are you questioning my judgment in accepting disciples?"

"I'm not just praising my apprentice, but Furong's simplicity and persistence are beyond the reach of ordinary people." Doctor Luo wasn't lying when he said this. These days, Furong had helped out a lot at the century-old pharmacy with Bai Wanqing. Although she wasn't that clever, the child had a good heart, and she completed all the tasks assigned to her without complaint. In his eyes, she was more likable than many seemingly clever children.

"Dr. Luo, we dare not question you. Then please ask your apprentice to come and take a look?" Madam Du was still somewhat reluctant, but Huan'er's health was the most important thing right now, and she could distinguish between what was important and what was not.

Doctor Luo said with his hands behind his back, "Then you'll have to go and ask my apprentice yourselves. As for whether she's willing to see you, I can't make that decision."

After saying this, Doctor Luo left with his small medicine box, leaving Madam Du standing there in a dilemma.

Du Huan squinted, watching his aunt hesitate, and hummed twice on the bed, "Aunt! You don't need to be troubled, Huan'er can get better on her own, Huan'er doesn't want Aunt to go to her."

Madam Du's eyes reddened again as she looked at Du Huan on the sickbed. "Wang Mama, go get a carriage now, we'll go to the Bai family right away."

"Yes!" Granny Wang turned around and went to find the servant to prepare the carriage.

The two arrived at the Bai family's gate in no time. Madam Du and Granny Wang remained in the carriage, not getting off immediately. Seeing her mistress hesitate, Granny Wang said, "Madam, you don't have to lower yourself to the Bai family. The young master said he'll recover on his own."

Granny Wang's palms were sweating profusely. She couldn't let the young master fool around like this anymore. If the madam found out that she was helping the young master behind her back, Granny Wang's body trembled.

Madam Du peeked at the Bai family through the gap beside the carriage, then hardened her heart and said, "Go! Granny Wang."

Granny Wang sighed softly, got off the carriage, and knocked on the Bai family's door. The person who opened the door was Uncle Liu. In the past few days, Bai Wanqing had specifically instructed Uncle Liu to inform him if anyone from the Du family came looking for her.

Granny Wang introduced herself first, and Uncle Liu said with a smile, "Granny Wang, you don't need to be so polite. Please wait a moment, I'll go and inform Madam right away."

Both Madam Chen and Bai Wanqing learned about the Du family's visit. Madam Chen remembered how she had been given the cold shoulder when she went to Madam Du's place last time, and she wasn't going to let Madam Chen off so easily this time.

But a short while later, her head maid, Qiuwen, came to tell her that the master had asked Uncle Liu to invite the person in, and that...
Chen glared at the stammering Qiuwen and said impatiently, "If you have something to say, just say it!"

"They also said that when you go to the front hall, Madam, please try not to speak, and that Miss will take care of everything."

Madam Chen's expression immediately darkened. Although she had allowed Bai Chenming to make the decision in the study last time, letting Bai Wanqing discuss Furong's marriage with the Du family, there was no reason for her, the head of the household, to remain silent now that they had come knocking on her door.

If others found out, they would all say that Madam Chen was a useless matriarch, having to let her daughter, who was visiting her parents' home, decide such an important matter as her marriage.
Seeing that Madam Chen's complexion was not good, Qiuwen carefully asked, "Madam, why don't we pretend to be sick? Just say we're not feeling well? That way we won't have to show our faces."

Madam Chen frowned, and after thinking about it, she was still unwilling. If she had to choose between seeing the Du family suffer a setback and seeing Bai Wanqing triumphant, she would still choose to see the Du family suffer a setback.

"No need! I'll just stay silent." Madam Chen had Qiuwen help her tidy herself up again before slowly making her way to the front hall.

As soon as Madam Du entered the Bai family's house, Uncle Liu warmly greeted her and invited her to sit in the front hall. When she arrived, there was no one in the front hall. She looked towards the door but did not see anyone come in. Was the Bai family trying to embarrass her?
Madam Du pursed her lips. Although she was unhappy, she knew she had to endure it. After all, she could bear this loss for her nephew.

The servants of the Bai family did not neglect Madam Du, serving her tea, snacks, and fruit. However, Madam Du was preoccupied with how to persuade Furong to come, so she did not pay any attention.

A short while later, there was finally some movement outside. Bai Wanqing rushed back from the clinic and greeted Madam Du warmly when she saw her in the front hall.

"Madam Du! I didn't know you were coming. I'm sure I've kept you waiting." Bai Wanqing's face was slightly flushed, indicating that she had rushed back, which surprised Madam Du.

"It won't be long!" Madam Du said somewhat awkwardly, not daring to look at Bai Wanqing at that moment.

Bai Wanqing didn't seem to care. "It's a bit chilly, Madam. You should drink some hot tea to warm yourself up." As she spoke, she had a servant bring Madam a fresh cup of tea at a suitable temperature.

"Wanqing, um... I'm here..." The Du family not only holds a certain position in Huai'an County, but also in Huaizhou. Madam Du has been pampered since childhood. She has hardly ever had to beg for help like this before. The last time she had to beg for help was when her youngest son broke his leg.

I just didn't expect that both times would be in front of Bai Wanqing.

Knowing what was troubling Madam Du, Bai Wanqing took the initiative to say, "Madam Du, you don't need to be in a difficult position. I just heard from Master Luo that if you don't mind letting Furong meet with Young Master Du, I think Furong won't refuse."

Madam Du felt a warmth in her heart when she saw Bai Wanqing speak so frankly. "Is she really willing?"

Bai Wanqing smiled and said, "If you don't believe me, I'll have her come, and you can ask her yourself." Then, Bai Wanqing ordered someone to call Furong. Just as the two of them were waiting for Furong, Madam Chen also arrived at the front hall.

Madam Du and Madam Chen returned the greeting and took their seats. As soon as Madam Chen sat down, she glanced at Bai Wanqing to her side and said, "Hmph, this girl is really acting like the mistress of the house."

Madam Du did not notice Madam Chen's expression; she was simply anxiously waiting for Bai Furong's arrival.

After glaring at Bai Wanqing, Chen turned to look at Du Wei. Seeing that Du Wei wasn't looking at her either, she felt even more annoyed. Du Wei really had no status in this family now.

A short while later, Bai Furong brought Baoyue to the front hall. The person who came to inform her said that Madam Du had arrived. She was a little nervous, but when she saw her older sister there, her nervousness lessened.

"Mother, Madam Du, Eldest Sister, greetings!" Furong greeted everyone in a soft, childlike voice.

Madam Du frowned slightly, feeling a pang of regret. To be fair, Furong was indeed quite beautiful, and it was reasonable for her nephew to be interested in her. However, even at her age, she still seemed immature, which made Madam Du hesitate.

Chen noticed Madam Du's disdain for Furong and felt displeased. Ignoring Bai Chenming's instructions, she said, "Furong, what are you doing here? Go back first. We need to talk to Madam Du about something."

Madam Chen wanted to send Bai Furong back, but Madam Du suddenly came to her senses and became anxious again, "Don't go! Don't go! I came here today because I have something to ask Furong."

Chen was taken aback, then looked at Bai Wanqing's calm and composed expression and thought to herself, "Is the reputation of Doctor Luo really that useful? Du Wei's anxious expression just now didn't seem fake."

If it really works, then could Qinglian also become a disciple of Doctor Luo? Perhaps the Huang family would look at her with more respect, and she might even be promoted to a secondary wife. Then Qinglian wouldn't have to be subservient to the mistress in the future.

When Furong heard that Madam Du had something to ask her, she became a little nervous. She turned her head to look at Bai Wanqing, and when she saw Bai Wanqing nod slightly, Furong calmed down and looked at Madam Du with her clear eyes again.

Madam Du asked, "Furong, Huan'er is ill now. Doctor Luo said that only you can save him. Can you come with me to the Du family to treat him?"

Furong was clearly taken aback. Young Master Du was ill? Furong's worried face twitched.

With the image of Du Huan lying on the bed with a pale face in her mind, Furong nodded in agreement without thinking.

"Furong is willing, Furong is worried about Young Master Du." After saying that, Bai Furong suddenly realized something. Oh no, she doesn't know how to cure diseases!
Furong turned to look at her older sister as if pleading for help. Bai Wanqing smiled and said, "Furong, don't worry, Young Master Du will be alright."

Bai Wanqing's words were meant for Furong and also for Madam Du. Madam Chen, not knowing what was going on, was completely confused as she watched the two of them going back and forth.

Weren't they here to discuss marriage? How come they've suddenly become medical patients?

Although she didn't understand the reason behind it, she realized that the Du family had come to the Bai family to ask for their help.
Madam Chen felt a little awkward. Just as she was about to advise Furong to think it over carefully, she saw Bai Wanqing stand up and say to Madam Chen, "Mother, please let my second sister and I go to the Du family. We'll come back after the doctor's appointment and won't wander around."

Chen was about to refuse when Bai Wanqing cut her off. Then, Madam Du looked at her with a pleading look. Chen's vanity was suddenly greatly satisfied, and she even forgot about making things difficult for Du Wei.

Hahaha! I never thought the Du family would have to ask for favors like this.

Chen cleared her throat. "Then let's go! Our Bai family has always been magnanimous; some things are best left in the past."

After Chen finished speaking, she felt secretly pleased. She secretly observed Madam Du's expression, and as she expected, Madam Du's face turned red instantly, and she immediately smiled apologetically at her, "Madam Bai is right. The Bai family does have the demeanor of a great family, which is incomparable to ordinary families."

Madam Du's compliments made Madam Chen even more pleased.

Not wanting to embarrass Madam Du too much, Bai Wanqing pulled Madam Du and Furong away from there as quickly as possible.

Bai Wanqing told Madam Du to return to the carriage first, while she and Furong would go to the side courtyard to get another carriage.

Madam Du refused, saying, "My carriage is big enough to fit both of you."

So, Bai Wanqing and Furong got into Madam Du's carriage. The news of the two Bai girls getting into Madam Du's carriage spread quickly throughout the neighborhood.

"Are the Du and Bai families going to get married?" The neighbors were all talking about it.

(End of this chapter)