Transmigration: Becoming the Wicked Stepmother of Four Children

Chapter 46 Establishing a Relationship with the County Magistrate

Lu Qingqing said modestly:

"Your Excellency is too kind. It is my good fortune to have been able to save the old lady."

Perhaps due to the exertion of the treatment, Lu Qingqing's steps were somewhat unsteady.

Upon noticing this, Li Xiuming immediately arranged a banquet at his home to entertain Lu Qingqing, saying:

"Madam Lu, you've worked hard. Please have dinner at our residence before you leave."

That way, I can express my gratitude in a small way.

Lu Qingqing initially wanted to decline, but seeing Li Xiuming's earnest words, she agreed.

Lu Qingqing checked the old lady again.

After confirming that everything was alright, he followed the maid to his room to rest.

Throughout the journey, Lu Qingqing was still pondering the old lady's subsequent recuperation.

Upon arriving at the guest room, she sat on the edge of the bed and gently massaged her aching legs.

I leaned against the headboard and closed my eyes to rest.

A short while later, there was a soft knock on the door, and the maid said softly:

"Madam Lu, hot water is ready. You can wash up first."

Lu Qingqing responded and got up to tidy up quickly.

After washing up, she felt her fatigue lessen slightly.

I sat back down on the edge of the bed, waiting for the banquet to begin.

A short while later, the county magistrate's wife came over to invite Lu Qingqing to dinner.

The magistrate's wife smiled and said in a kind tone:

"Madam Lu, the banquet is ready. Please come in."

Lu Qingqing stood up and replied with a smile:

"Thank you for your trouble, Madam."

Following the magistrate's wife through the winding corridors, we arrived at the banquet hall.

The hall was brightly lit, and the tables were laden with delicacies.

During the meal, the county magistrate's son, Li Mingxuan, expressed his gratitude to Lu Qingqing:

"Madam Lu, Mingxuan has been keeping the matter of the snake venom in mind all this time."

"I am deeply grateful to you for saving my grandmother this time."

Looking at the handsome young man before her, Lu Qingqing could only praise him:

"The magistrate's son has a truly different air about him."

Such a polite and sensible child is destined for greatness.

Li Mingxuan smiled modestly:

"You flatter me, Madam,"

Everyone laughed upon hearing this.

Just then, County Magistrate Li Xiuming had his subordinates hand over five hundred taels of silver.

He said with gratitude:

"Madam Lu, this is a small token of my appreciation; I hope you will accept it."

If it weren't for you, my mother would likely be in grave danger this time.

Lu Qingqing quickly declined, saying:

"Your Honor, this is unacceptable! Treating the sick and saving lives is the duty of a physician."

How could I possibly accept so much silver from you?

Li Xiuming insisted:

"Madam, please don't refuse. This is what you deserve."

"If it weren't for your miraculous healing, my Li family would have suffered an unimaginable calamity."

Seeing Li Xiuming's resolute attitude, Lu Qingqing thought for a moment and then said:

"Alright then, I appreciate your kindness, sir. I'll accept one hundred taels of silver."

Please take back the rest, sir, and use it to buy some tonics for the old lady to help her recover.

Seeing Lu Qingqing's determination, Li Xiuming stopped insisting and had no choice but to give in.

Lu Qingqing wrote a prescription for the old lady to recuperate.

Seeing that no one was paying attention, he quietly gave the magistrate a few words of advice.

She leaned close to the magistrate's ear and whispered:

"My lord, the old lady's poisoning this time is probably not a coincidence."

In my opinion, the suspected poisoner might be in this mansion.

I urge you, sir, to be vigilant and avoid alerting the enemy.

Upon hearing this, the magistrate's face darkened, a glint of sternness flashing in his eyes. He nodded slightly and said:

"Thank you for the reminder, Madam. I will investigate secretly."

Lu Qingqing nodded slightly, said nothing more, and sat back down in her seat.

It was as if nothing had happened.

Lu Qingqing was very happy. Today she not only received one hundred taels of silver,

Moreover, he even established a friendship with the county magistrate.

The county magistrate was also weighing his options, determined to cultivate a good relationship with Lu Qingqing.

After all, in this unpredictable world, to have such a highly skilled doctor as a friend is...

This undoubtedly provides an extra layer of protection for your own and your family's lives.

After the banquet, the magistrate's wife prepared some more gifts for Lu Qingqing.

There were silk fabrics, gold and silver jewelry, and some pastries and snacks that children liked.

Unable to refuse, Lu Qingqing had no choice but to go home with the carriage.

This time, it was the same Da Lin as before. Da Lin said directly:

"Madam is truly blessed to be so highly regarded by the magistrate and his wife."

Lu Qingqing responded with a smile:

"This is all thanks to the kind-heartedness of the county magistrate and his wife."

Along the way, Lu Qingqing looked at the scenery outside the car window, her heart filled with anticipation for the future.

Thinking of the joy on my children's faces when they see these gifts,

Her lips couldn't help but curl upwards.

Before long, the carriage stopped in front of Lu Qingqing's house.

As soon as Lu Qingqing got out of the car, she saw Lin Yunlan and several children waiting for her at the door.

The village chief was also standing next to him.

The children cheered and ran towards Lu Qingqing.

"Mom, you're back!"

Lin Yunlan also quickly stepped forward, his eyes full of concern:

"Thanks for your hard work."

The village chief smiled and said:

"Qingqing, you've really given our village chief face this time."

Lu Qingqing smiled shyly:

"Village chief, you flatter me."

Da Lin helped carry the gifts inside, and Lu Qingqing thanked him again.

Dalin then drove away.

After Dalin left, Lin Yunlan and the village chief began to inquire about what had happened that day.

The village chief was very excited when he heard that the county magistrate had come to their village.

I just waited at her house.

At that moment, he couldn't wait to ask:

"Qingqing, why did the county magistrate come to our village? What's going on?"

Lu Qingqing smiled and recounted the whole story in detail.

The village chief listened with a mixture of tension and relief, finally remarking:

"Oh dear, thank goodness your medical skills are superb."

"Saving the old lady's life is an honor for our village!"

Lin Yunlan listened from the side, his eyes filled with pride, and said while holding Lu Qingqing's hand:

"Qingqing, you are amazing."

Lu Qingqing blushed slightly and said, "I was just lucky."

They talked for a while longer before the village chief left, satisfied.

The village chief walked along, sighing to himself:

"This Lu Qingqing is really capable."

"If we can establish a connection with the county magistrate, the village might benefit in the future."

As he thought about it, his steps became lighter, and his face was full of joy.

After the village chief left, Lu Qingqing closed the courtyard gate and began to pack up the gifts.

She took out the pastries for Lin Yunlan and the children to eat.

“Come on, have a taste. This was a gift from the magistrate’s wife,” Lu Qingqing said with a smile.

The children cheered with joy, and Lin Yunlan also picked up a piece of pastry and took a bite.

He nodded in approval: "It tastes good."

Lu Qingqing felt happy watching them eat so happily.

Lin Yunlan also handed a piece to Lu Qingqing, and the family gathered together to eat the pastry.

Lin Yunlan said:

"Today, Doctor Chu and the county magistrate came, and they were seen by the villagers."

We told the village chief, who thought something serious had happened and came to our house.

I felt a little more at ease after I found out it was to invite you to see a doctor.

Later we chatted

I told the village chief about our plan to build a house and buy land, and he agreed.

Lu Qingqing's eyes widened in surprise: "Really? That's wonderful!"

Lin Yunlan nodded with a smile:

"Yes, the village chief even said he would help us look for suitable land."

The children also got excited: "Then we'll have a big house to live in!"

Seeing the children's happy faces, Lu Qingqing said to them:

Yes, we want to build a big house and buy some land.

Who will help Mother with the farming then?

The children eagerly volunteered, "I'll help Mom with the farming! I'll help your mom with the farming!"

Lu Qingqing was amused by the children's enthusiasm and said with a smile:

"Okay, then our family's land will depend on you from now on."

Lin Yunlan watched from the side, her eyes filled with tenderness and relief.