Chapter 2020: Buying a House in Liufang Lane

Chapter 2020: Buying a House in Liufang Lane

Zhao Xi had already started the medical clinic in partnership with Doctor Xu by the time Shu Yu returned. She wasn't present for the grand opening.

However, the medical clinic had garnered significant publicity. Firstly, Zhao Xi's reputation had quietly spread over the past couple of years, especially among wealthy households in the county who knew of his exceptional medical skills.

When Old Doctor Zhao had gone to Chenggu County last time, he had mentioned to Shu Yu that the clinic's marketing efforts were quite effective. Zhao Xi had established himself as a skilled physician, particularly renowned among affluent families. This became evident when he went to treat the young master of the Tan family, which ultimately exposed his identity. Tan's family had extensive connections, and many people inquired about the whereabouts of the famous physician who had treated their son's poisoning. Master Tan recommended them to Zhao Xi in Jiangyuan County.

As a result, not only the prominent families in the county but also patients from the capital sought medical treatment from him.

Secondly, it was Doctor Xu's network. Despite his eccentric temperament, he was indeed a capable physician.

Hence, on the day of the clinic's opening, it was bustling with activity. The clinic had been steadily growing.

As for Old Doctor Zhao, he had returned after the incident last year when Meng Yunzheng pretended to be seriously ill to support the Emperor's act. He had temporarily stayed at Zhao Xi's clinic to help out. While he wasn't a full-time doctor there, many people sought him for medical advice due to his reputation.

At present, everyone in the Lu family was busy and successful in their respective careers, which brought great satisfaction to the old lady.

She held Shu Yu's hand and said, "They know you're back, and they'll probably rush back here. You should rest in your room for a while. You must be tired after such a long journey."

Shu Yu wasn't particularly tired, but when she and Grandma Lu returned to the backyard, she felt that something was amiss.

After thinking for a while, she suddenly realized that the other members of the Lu family were occupied with their work, which was entirely normal.

However, what about her Grand Aunt? Since she had returned, she should be with Grandma Lu.

Shu Yu asked, "Why haven't I seen Grand Aunt?"

"She is in her own house."

Her own house?
Grandma Lu explained, "I thought about having her stay here, but now she's not the unmarried sisters from before. She probably wouldn't feel comfortable living here."

Of course, if her Grand Aunt were alone, the old lady would insist on her living here.

"But she bought a two-story small courtyard in Liufang Lane with the compensation she received from Chen Bing when she was in Chenggu County."

Shu Yu was surprised. "She bought a house in Liufang Lane?"

"Yes, that place is familiar to us, and the neighbors there are quite friendly. It's convenient to go anywhere. Moreover, the garment workshop is also located there. Although your Grand Aunt may not be good at everything else, she's skilled in making clothes. She's also someone who can't sit idle, so she's working at the garment workshop."

However, Grandma Fang's situation was different from Aunt Ah Xiang. Ah Xiang was employed by Yiren Pavilion, and her income consisted of a basic wage plus a commission for each piece of clothing she made.

As for Grandma Fang, she was older and her family members, including the old lady and Yuangui, were concerned about her getting too tired. Forget about going to the garment workshop to work a full day, even the idea of working at all was met with disapproval.

Grandma Lu's original plan was to have Grandma Fang make dolls with her, as it was a less strenuous job, and it wouldn't tire her out too much."