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Yu Chunmiao, unaware that her eyes were still swollen, quickly offered him a smile. "Sister-in-law didn't cry. It was just a gust of autumn wind this morning that got sand in my eyes. Your brother will come today or tomorrow."
Qi Rong felt relieved and chatted with Yu Chunmiao about the amusing happenings at the County Academy along the way.
Meanwhile, Qi Chong visited the medical clinic to inquire about the patients who had seen Sun Daifu that day. Sun Daifu flipped through the medical records, but there were only names without addresses. The lead on the witness had abruptly ended, and Qi Chong emerged from the consultation room, feeling dejected and unsure of what to do next.
As he stepped out, he leaned his head against the wall, deep in thought about his next move. A tall man like him appeared lost and despondent.
"Hey, what's wrong? Where's your wife? Is something the matter?" a familiar voice called from behind. Qi Chong turned to see a robust woman; this was the second time he had encountered her, having seen her when he brought his wife in for a visit.
Qi Chong nodded slightly to her, intending to leave. With no evidence to find, he was preparing to take the blame for Yu Chunmiao, saying that it was he who had pushed someone.
The woman stopped him, looking genuinely concerned. "Is your sister-in-law alright? I saw her bleeding when she came out of the consultation room that day. Sun Daifu wanted her to stay at the clinic for a few days, but she refused."
Qi Chong paused and turned to her with a smile of delight. "Sister, you were there that day? Did you see my wife arguing with her sister-in-law?"
The woman seemed momentarily taken aback by his smile. "I wanted to come over and greet you, but I saw you two arguing and decided against it. Then you hurried off, and I had to wait in line."
Qi Chong stepped forward and grasped her arm urgently. "You saw them arguing? My wife didn’t push her, right?"
The woman blushed slightly at his grip and pulled her arm away. "I saw it; she didn’t push anyone. What’s going on?"
Qi Chong beamed broadly and deeply bowed to her before explaining the situation. "Could I ask you to testify for my wife at the county office? I would be extremely grateful."
Without hesitation, the woman agreed but mentioned she needed to speak with her husband first.
"Please see your doctor first," Qi Chong urged.
"It’s not an urgent matter; it doesn’t matter if I go today or tomorrow," she replied.
When Qi Chong took the woman to the county office, they learned that Yu Chunmiao had already been summoned for a hearing and needed to register as a witness. The hearing was scheduled for tomorrow afternoon during the hour of Shen, and they also inquired about her whereabouts at Lu Residence.
Near the county office, Qi Chong arranged for the woman to stay at an inn and even gave her some silver coins for meals. He then hurried directly to Lu Residence, where he found Yu Chunmiao having dinner with Qi Rong.
Upon seeing each other, Yu Chunmiao set down her bowl and rushed into his arms.
Qi Rong quietly turned away, continuing to eat his bowl of rice. It had only been one day since they last met; why was she so clingy?
Qi Chong embraced her tightly as if he had found something precious again. "Don't worry; I've found a witness! She'll testify for you tomorrow."
He didn't wait for Yu Chunmiao to cry before sharing the good news, and as soon as a tear rolled down her cheek, she stopped crying.
The two of them sat down and recounted their experiences from the day. When Qi Chong heard that Yu Chunmiao had been taken to the jail cell, his eyes turned red.
"What was that sister's name? Regardless of the outcome, we need to thank her," Yu Chunmiao asked, holding Qi Chong's hand.
It was only then that Qi Chong realized he hadn't asked the woman's name throughout their journey.
"Brother, Sister-in-law, what are you talking about? What jail cell? What court?"
The two of them turned to Qi Rong, having completely forgotten about him. His innocent face was streaked with tears as he looked at the couple with a helpless and pitiful expression.
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