The Peasant Wife: The Prime Minister's Beloved

The doctor sighed and answered earnestly, "If that happens, I'm afraid that leg will really lose its function and won't be able to walk in the future. In contrast, although there are still risks in repositioning, there is at least a slight chance of restoring the leg's function. Giving up treatment is a direct declaration of despair."

After a difficult psychological struggle, they finally decided that even if there was little hope ahead, they would try their best.

Time is particularly precious at this moment, and the doctor acts quickly. Every minute and every second that passes means a reduced chance of cure.

With a series of professional operations, accompanied by Mrs. Chen's unconscious screams of pain and the clear sound of bones returning to their original positions, the fractured part was miraculously corrected, and everyone's nervous mood relaxed.

"Although the fracture has healed, you must rest strictly after returning home. You must not bear any weight or do any strenuous exercise for a short period of time to avoid secondary injury. All consequences are at your own risk."

The doctor warned solemnly.

The four of them listened to these words, their expressions showing relief yet caution, and they nodded in unison.

Old Mrs. Chen had just come out of the clinic. Her face was pale and beads of sweat on her forehead were sparkling in the weak sunlight, as if every drop was telling of the pain from the bone setting.

She was in so much pain that she almost lost consciousness. In a state of half-sleep and half-wakefulness, she was still mumbling in pain. Her helplessness and weakness made her family members beside her very worried.

"It's really okay, old lady. Just rest well and your body will recover naturally. I prescribed two doses of carefully prepared herbal medicine for you. Remember to boil it on time when you go back. It will be very beneficial for bone healing."

The doctor's voice was gentle and confident, like a soothing medicine, which made the Chen family feel a little relieved.

"I must follow the doctor's instructions. Thank you for your hard work, doctor."

Chen Zhenwu bowed deeply, his eyes full of gratitude towards the doctor.

Back at the Chen family courtyard, Chen Zhenwen and Chen Zhenwu carefully lifted the old lady onto the old wooden bed.

Chen Zhenwu sat lightly on the bed, holding the old lady's hand, his eyes full of heartache and determination, "Mom, you must not be stubborn this time. You need to rest your leg, otherwise it will be difficult to get better. If you need anything or want to eat anything, just tell us. Even if my brother and I are not at home, my sister-in-law and Cuihua will stay with you, so you don't have to worry."

Old Mrs. Chen frowned in pain, and kept muttering, "Ouch, with my leg broken, how can I go to the mountains to pick mushrooms? Chen Xi, that girl, has always been dissatisfied with us, and now I have lost my only source of income. I heard from Aunt Zhang in the village that you can earn 150 coins a day by picking mushrooms now."

Zheng Cuihua, who was standing by, sighed softly, her tone filled with helplessness and understanding, "Mom, don't think about the mushrooms anymore. Didn't she make it clear to you yesterday that she wouldn't take them even if you picked them? You see, if it wasn't for picking mushrooms, you wouldn't have broken your leg. Not only can you not make money from mushrooms, but you also have to suffer like this. Why bother?"

Old Mrs. Chen felt mixed emotions at this moment, and she was still muttering to herself that she blamed Chen Xi for his decisiveness. It seemed that all her dissatisfaction and unwillingness turned into a sigh for the past.

Chen Zhenwu felt sad when he saw his mother's expression, but he still patiently comforted her: "Mom, don't think about those mushrooms anymore. The most important thing is to take good care of your legs. Do you want to lie in bed for the rest of your life and not be able to go anywhere?"

Zhou Xuemei felt a little embarrassed and muttered softly, "Who will take care of Mom in the future? You and the second child have to go to work every day, and my sister-in-law and I are the only ones left at home. I also have to take care of Dabao."

Chen Zhenwen listened to his wife's words. Although he felt worried, he did not say anything. He just nodded silently to show his understanding.

Chen Zhenwu looked determined, patted his chest and said, "You two take care of mom during the day, and I will come back at night no matter what. Big brother, can you try to spare some time and come home to help take care of her at night?"

Although each family member had their own difficulties with this arrangement, they reluctantly agreed. At least this was a more feasible solution at the moment.

In Tonghe Hall, Wanyu noticed that Chen Xi was taciturn and looked a little lonely, so she took the initiative to strike up a conversation with him.

"It turns out that you went through so many difficulties when you were a child. I always thought that my childhood was rough enough. Compared with you, I am so much luckier."

Chen Xi felt Wanyu's kindness and empathy, and the tightly closed door in his heart quietly opened. He then opened his heart and shared those dusty childhood memories with Wanyu.

At this moment, all the ups and downs in their lives turned into a warm force that flowed between the two of them, quietly bringing them closer to each other.

Chen Xi had a bitter smile on his face, and his eyes showed both helplessness and strength.

"When I was young, my parents were still alive. Although their love seemed superficial, I still had a place to stay in that family. However, with the death of my parents, everything changed. I also had a younger brother in the family, and they sold him to others for money. Their greed was not satisfied, so they set their sights on me."

"Luckily, I happened to meet the county magistrate who was visiting incognito. He heard about my experience and helped me. Not only did he help me redress my grievances, but he also officially cut off all ties with the Chen family. From then on, my brother and I depended on each other. Although life was not easy, it was full of freedom and hope."

Wanyu's face was full of disbelief, and her eyes were flashing with sympathy and indignation.

"How can this be called family? We are related by blood, but how can we be so heartless! We have spent so many years together, don't we have any affection at all?"

Her eyes were deeply locked on Chen Xi, full of heartache and confusion.

Chen Xi felt Wanyu's sincere understanding and support, and a warm current surged in his heart.

She knew very well that Wanyu had resolutely refused to treat Old Madam Chen today, regardless of the risk to the clinic's reputation. She would always remember this kindness.

"It's time for you to go home. Don't forget that your younger brother is waiting for you at home." Wanyu's words were filled with gentle concern.

"Yes, I have to go back and prepare dinner. They are waiting for me to come back."

Chen Xi answered, his tone full of longing for home and sense of responsibility.

Wanyu's curiosity was aroused and her eyes lit up.

"Besides your brother, are there any other relatives at home?"

Chen Xi wanted to maintain some privacy, but he unconsciously said a few more words.

"Besides my brother, there are two little ones in the family, a total of five people."

Hearing this, Wanyu's mouth opened slightly, with surprise and admiration intertwined.

"It's unbelievable that you are a mother of two children at such a young age."