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Upon hearing this, Lin Xuebao's face flashed with anger. "How dare that bastard Tang Ming bully my elder sister like this! I'm going to go find him and settle the score right now!"

Seeing this, Lu Yue quickly grabbed Lin Xuebo's arm and whispered, "Shh, keep your voice down."

Although Lin Xuebo was furious, he suppressed his anger and whispered, "But how could my sister let them treat me like this? I can't swallow this!"

Lu Yue patted Lin Xuebo's shoulder and soothed him, "Calm down. I think our father was delayed by the Zhaozhuang incident. Otherwise, he would have gone to the Tang family to argue. He must be angry right now."

Now that the matter of Zhaozhuang is settled, Dad will definitely tell Mom about it. In a few days, we will go to the Tang family to support our eldest sister."

Lin Xuebo asked in confusion: "Why do we have to wait a few days? Can't we do it now?"

Lu Yue: "Are you really stupid or just pretending to be stupid? You need to give me a few days to recover."

Hearing this, Lin Xuebo nodded in sudden realization. "Oh, yes, you're right. Mom really needs to take it easy. Don't let her get so angry before we even get to the Tang family."

On the other side, Lin Wenhong and Zhao Yue'e were also applying medicinal wine. The flickering candlelight in the room illuminated their tired but resolute faces.

Under the dim light, they seemed to be surrounded by a layer of soft glow, adding a bit of warmth to this difficult moment.

Lin Wenhong's eyes were filled with pity. He knew that his wife had endured so much during this period. Looking at his wife's worried face, he comforted her, "Yue'e, don't worry, I'm here."

Lin Wenhong's voice was low and powerful, like a mountain that could be relied on, giving Zhao Yue'e endless comfort.

The events of the past few days had exhausted Zhao Yue'e. She sighed softly, her brows furrowed, as if a heavy burden was pressing on her heart.

"So much has happened to our family recently. I'm really scared... Could it be something unclean? Let's go and pray to the gods someday to protect our family."

Lin Wenhong held Zhao Yue'e's hand tightly, offering her unwavering support. "Alright, let's go and pray for peace of mind. Don't worry, our family will definitely be able to overcome all difficulties."

Zhao Yue'e nodded, her eyes slightly red.

"I was negligent this time, Sanlang. If Sanlang doesn't make it this time, I'm afraid his son will hate me for the rest of his life. I'm scared just thinking about it now."

Lin Wenhong held Zhao Yue'e's hand tightly and comforted her gently, "It's not your fault. We were all busy with my brother's affairs at the time, and no one expected Sanlang to fall ill suddenly. He's fine now, so don't blame yourself too much. This is not your fault."

Zhao Yue'e's remorse didn't completely dissipate after hearing this. She took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind, and said to Lin Wenhong, "Let's put some more money aside for food every month. Taking care of your health is the most important thing. Our family can't afford anything else happening to us."

Lin Wenhong's eyes flashed with approval. "You're right. We need to take good care of our health. No one in our family can afford to get into trouble. Especially Dalang. His future is the most important. We can't let him be distracted. We need to let him study hard and strive for success in the imperial examinations."

Zhao Yue'e couldn't hold back the tears in her eyes and looked at Lin Wenhong firmly: "No one can delay our Dalang's success in the imperial examination. No one can."

Lin Wenhong gently wiped away the tears from the corners of Zhao Yue'e's eyes and solemnly promised her: "Don't worry, even the two of us can't do it."

Zhao Yue'e forced a smile, but the worry in her heart had not completely dissipated: "This little brat is eating me out of money. We have many children, and Su Niang is about to give birth, so we will need more money in the future. But as long as it can buy Dalang's future, spending a little more money is nothing."

Lin Wenhong smiled gently and said, "We will get through this. Once Dalang passes the exam, our family's life will get better."

Zhao Yue'e sighed: "Let's take it one step at a time. As long as our Dalang can pass the exam, it will be worth it no matter how hard or tired I am."

Lin Wenhong patted Zhao Yue'e's shoulder gently and motioned her to lie down and rest.

"Okay, Yue'e, don't be too tired. You've been busy all this time and haven't had much rest. It's time for you to rest now. Taking good care of your body is the most important thing."

Zhao Yue'e nodded and gently blew out the candle, and the room suddenly fell into darkness.

Han Suniang gently stroked Lin Mo's sleeping face. His eyes, which were usually full of vitality, were now closed, appearing exceptionally peaceful, but also causing an indescribable sadness to well up in her heart.

It was late at night outside the window, and the moonlight shone through the paper window, casting patches of light into the house, adding a touch of coolness to the quiet night.

Lin Xuejin walked into the house gently and saw Han Suniang still waiting beside Lin Mo, her eyes full of heartache.

"Suniang, it's getting late. You're in a heavy mood, so you should go get some rest. I'll be watching over Sanlang, so he'll be fine."

His voice was gentle but firm, trying to persuade Han Suniang.

Han Suniang shook her head gently, tears welling up in her eyes. "Sanlang didn't eat anything tonight, and I'm really worried. What if he wakes up and gets hungry?"

Lin Xuejin smiled slightly: "I have already warmed the porridge on the stove. When Sanlang wakes up, it will be time to eat. Don't worry, I won't let Sanlang go hungry."

Han Suniang's gaze shifted from Lin Mo's face to Lin Xuejin, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes:

"Brother Shengzi, are you hiding something from me? Why did Sanlang drink medicine again this time?"

Lin Xuejin's heart tightened, but he remained calm. "Suniang, you're overthinking it. This time, Elder Song happened to be in our town, so I took Sanlang for a follow-up consultation, just in case. As you know, Sanlang's soul-leaving syndrome requires long-term care, so we can't take it lightly."

After hearing this, Han Suniang frowned, obviously not completely convinced by Lin Xuejin's explanation.

She took a step closer, her tone filled with urgency and threat: "Brother Shengzi, you still won't tell the truth? If anything happens to Sanlang, I won't live anymore!"

Seeing this, Lin Xuejin knew that hiding the truth any further would be futile and would only make his wife more worried. So, he sighed and told her the truth:

"Suniang, Sanlang did catch a cold and developed a fever while in Zhaozhuang. I didn't tell you because I didn't want you to worry and it would affect your health. But he's fine now. Elder Song has seen him and said that Sanlang is recovering well."

When Han Suniang heard this, tears welled up in her eyes and she covered her mouth tightly with her hands, fearing that she would cry out loud.

She couldn't imagine that if it was discovered too late, or if no one discovered it, Sanlang would probably...

Han Suniang choked up and said, "I almost couldn't see Sanlang..."

Chapter 128 What haven’t you told me yet?