Divorced by her husband's family and rejected by her own! She defiantly turned her life around

Liu Siyue was shocked. There were lawyers at this time? The fees were too high. Wasn't this blatantly shutting out ordinary people, making it impossible for them to afford lawyers and litigate? If they wanted to report to the authorities, there was only one way: to beat the grievance drum and prepare to be beaten.

She sighed. No matter the era, the environment, or one's position, money gives you a voice.

"Lady Liu," Manager Wang called softly.

Liu Siyue was lost in thought when she suddenly heard Manager Wang call her. She then came to her senses and replied, "Manager Wang."

"Madam Liu, you can't be stingy with those few dozen taels of silver. You can't withstand the beatings at the yamen. You should be able to come up with those few dozen taels of silver. If you really can't, I can lend you some."

Actually, having a lawyer does have some advantages. People who genuinely want to file a lawsuit won't hesitate to spend money, and those who are poor but truly wronged and want to file a lawsuit aren't afraid of being punished. This prevents some people from taking trivial matters to court.

"Shopkeeper, you've misunderstood. Thank you for your guidance and kindness. I was just talking about how high the lawyer's fees are; ordinary people can't afford them. Now that you mention it, I think there's some truth to it. Do you know any lawyers you could recommend?"

"There are only three lawyers in Lingshui County. I know one of them, so I sent an invitation to the clinic."

"I would like to thank you in advance, Manager. Once the case is closed, I will definitely treat you to a big meal at a restaurant."

"Okay, okay, I'm waiting."

Shopkeeper Wang was overjoyed. He had finally completed the task assigned by the magistrate's wife and no longer had to think about finding Lady Liu every day. She immediately wrote a letter and had it sent to the back of the county government office. She also wrote a note and had it sent to Lawyer Zhang's house.

Liu Siyue asked Liu Dawang to wait for her at the clinic. She needed to settle Feng Shi first. "Second Uncle, wait for me at the clinic. If we haven't won back the money yet, and the lawyer comes, you should greet him and explain the situation to him. I'll come back to you after I've settled Mother. There are so many people coming and going at this clinic, it's not convenient for Mother to stay here."

"Okay, I'll take care of things here. You can go ahead and get busy."

"April, your second uncle is useless and has dragged you down. You haven't enjoyed a single day since you came back to this family; instead, you've suffered and worried about everything." Liu Dawang's voice choked with emotion, and his eyes were a little red. He lowered his head and stopped looking at Liu Siyue.

"Second Uncle, please don't say that. If you hadn't taken me in, I wouldn't be where I am today. You gave me and Yao'er a complete family, so I could rely on you and no longer be all alone. You let me enjoy the care and warmth of family. I am happy to do anything for you."

Second Uncle, stop overthinking and quickly help me get Mother out.

Liu Dawang carried Feng Shi out of the ward and gently placed her on the carriage. Liu Siyue covered Feng Shi with a quilt, let Ruyu get on the carriage, and sat on the carriage shaft, driving the oxcart towards the Yun residence.

Upon arriving at the gate of the house, Liu Siyue parked the oxcart, went up and gently knocked on the door. A head peeked out from over the wall, and upon recognizing the person knocking, excitedly called out, "Madam!"

She hurried over and opened the door. "Madam, you're back! Come in quickly, I'll bring the oxcart into the house."

"Madam, have you encountered any trouble? Would you like our help?"

"I have encountered some problems, and I can't explain them clearly in a short time. My mother is sick and is still lying in the carriage. Could you help me carry her to my bedroom first, and I will tell you the details later?"

"Madam, I'll drive the oxcart in so that the old lady won't be exposed to the wind."

"it is good."

Liu Siyue entered the house, and Qingwu drove the oxcart in through the side gate. After parking the oxcart, she lifted the curtain and saw Ruyu sitting inside. Ruyu had also heard their conversation, and although she was a little flustered, she was not afraid.

Who is this young lady?

The lady asked me to carry the old lady back to the main courtyard.

"My name is Ruyu, April is my cousin, and this is my mother."

Qingwu was a little confused about this relationship, and she didn't want to ask any more questions at the moment. She picked up Madam Feng and headed towards the main courtyard, with Ruyu following behind her with several packets of medicine.

"Qingwu, quickly bring her in and put her on the bed."

After settling everyone in, Liu Siyue left the house. "Ningxiang, gather all the servants here, and invite Madam Yun as well. I have something to say."

"Yes, madam."

Ru Yu stood behind Liu Siyue, intimidated by her imposing presence. This was nothing like her cousin from back home; she clearly looked like a lady from a wealthy family. Right, they all called her "Cousin Madam." What was going on? This house was so big; even her cousin couldn't afford it. Had her cousin gotten married again while she was in the county town?

Her mind was racing, and she didn't dare to ask, so she just waited quietly.

A moment later, Ningxiang entered with servants. Yun Chenxin approached Liu Siyue and said, "Siyue, you're back. I heard your aunt was sick. Has she seen a doctor?"

"I've seen it, and that's what I wanted to tell you."

Ningxiang, later you tidy up the room next to mine for the old lady to live in. My mother will stay at home for a while, as the doctor from Huichuntang will come to our house to treat her every day. Qingwu, later you go and buy a carriage and bring it back to Huichuntang to pick up Doctor Li every day.

The elderly woman suffered a head injury and remained unconscious, requiring daily acupuncture treatment and herbal decoctions for conditioning.

Ningxiang quickly replied, "Don't worry, Madam, I will take good care of the old lady and cooperate fully with the doctor's treatment."

"Yes, just do as the doctor instructs."

She pulled Ruyu in front of her, "This is my third younger sister, Liu Ruyu. She's staying to take care of the old lady."

The servants quickly greeted her, "Greetings, Third Miss." Ru Yuxia shrank back hastily.

"Ruyu, if you need anything, just tell Madam Yun and Ningxiang. Madam Yun is also the owner of this house, and Ningxiang is the housekeeper."

Ningxiang quickly said, "Third Miss, please feel free to tell me anything. Don't be shy in your own home."

Yun Chenxin also went over and took Ruyu's hand, "Third sister, Ningxiang is right. Don't be shy at home. If you need anything, just ask us."

Ru Yu nodded, and Liu Siyue patted her hand to reassure her.

"I have other things to do, I'll come back after I'm done."

"I'm leaving the house in your care. Qingye will be staying with me for the next few days."

Qingye was delighted and quickly replied, "Yes, Madam."

After making the arrangements, Liu Siyue left the house with Qingye. Since it was past lunchtime, she bought a few steamed buns to eat casually and also brought a few for Liu Dawang.

When Liu Siyue arrived, she learned that Liu Dawang had already eaten at the clinic.

She looked around but didn't see any strangers. "Shopkeeper, has the lawyer been here?"

"It's really unfortunate that Lawyer Zhang is out today and won't be home until later. He will definitely come tomorrow, and once he finishes writing the complaint, he will send it to the yamen immediately so that the case can be heard right away."

Even if I go today, I'll probably have to wait until tomorrow.

"In that case, we won't bother you any longer. We'll come back tomorrow. Let's find an inn to rest first."

"That's excellent!"

As Liu Siyue and her two companions approached the entrance of the inn, they encountered a man in a long robe entering the clinic. Du Wei addressed him as Lawyer Zhang, and Liu Siyue immediately stopped in her tracks.

Seeing that Lawyer Zhang had gone into the back room, they quickly followed. Du Wei went in to report, and Manager Wang came out to greet him, "Brother Zhang, I thought I wouldn't see you today, I didn't expect you to come. Please come in."

Liu Siyue greeted Manager Wang, who smiled and said, "Luckily you walked slowly; if you had been a step faster, you would have made a mistake today."

Shopkeeper Wang introduced Liu Dawang and his nephew to Lawyer Zhang. Lawyer Zhang returned the greeting with a bow, and then they went inside to sit down and talk in detail.