Her voice was muffled, not very clear to those outside.

Xiao Huaian and Elder Ge exchanged a glance and prepared to sneak outside for a look.

But before they could get closer, Wei Zhao stepped out and instructed, "Go brew a bowl of sobering tea."

Elder Ge responded, "Yes."

Xiao Huaian and Wei Zhao locked eyes, a hint of amusement flashing within.

Not long ago, Xiao Huaian was deeply hurt, and he finally caught an opportunity to watch Wei Zhao in a bind; there’s no way he’d want to leave now.

"Amazing, you Wei Zhao can actually show care?"

"Last time when I hosted a drinking session and got drunk out of line, you ate, drank enough, and not even a word of comfort. You didn’t even settle the tab after leaving! Did you treat me as a side dish?"

"On New Year’s Eve six years ago, I hurried to find you but accidentally fell, and you asked me why I was bowing to you for New Year’s greetings."

He couldn’t list all the appalling things!

Wei Zhao’s expression was indifferent, as if nothing could concern him.

He was even less concerned with what Xiao Huaian said.

His stance was casual, not feeling the pain of his wound, the front of his chest dampened.

He nonchalantly said, "Jealous??"

Xiao Huaian: ??

What’s there for a man like him to be jealous of!

Acting as if there was something between him and you!

But he wasn’t about to argue with someone so troublesome.

"Aren’t you heading back? Elder Ge is here; she won’t be in trouble. But you, if you don’t properly rest and heal then..."

He talked so much his mouth went dry, and who knows how much Wei Zhao listened to.

Xiao Huaian: ...

"Move over, I should go in and have a look at her too, can’t let a wounded person like you be so attentive."

Wei Zhao finally reacted.

Just as Xiao Huaian was about to step over the threshold, he stepped back.

Raised his hand and slammed the door shut with a bang.

Xiao Huaian: ???

"Good for you, Wei Zhao!"

"Before, you wouldn’t act like a human, now not even an animal, it seems."

"Well, since I came here today, you’re just being sulky. Is it because I’ve vaguely implied to outsiders that Yu Tingwan is my consort, and you aren’t happy about it!"

He coldly laughed at the tightly closed door.

"Weren’t you quite fierce when you scolded me before?"

"You berated me for not advancing, allowing Chu Liulang to take advantage. Saying that since you were fond, you should acknowledge it and go all out to get her back. Now it’s your turn, do you dare to fall for her? Dare to admit it!"

No response.

But Xiao Huaian knew he wasn’t deaf.

Why deny it now?

Love is the most elusive, unstoppable.

From the moment you meet the right person, it’s destined to be uncontrollable, willing to surrender willingly.

He just wanted to see how long Wei Zhao would keep denying.

Xiao Huaian dusted off his clothes and turned to look for Elder Ge.

"How did he accurately find his way into that room?"

After coming back and forth so many times, he never noticed which room Elder Ge stayed in or which room Yu Tingwan stayed in.

Xiao Huaian chuckled coldly, "He must have been discreetly probing, waiting for the right moment to burst in. He’s quite full of schemes."

Earlier, he talked so much about a girl’s reputation, yet now they’re in the same room.

"You misunderstood the General."

"That girl understands propriety; she chose the most secluded corner room at the start."

"She’s satisfied, even said we have good lighting here. The house she stayed in the countryside was cramped and narrow."

"Though she might seem fierce, her heart is meticulous."

"Not to mention anything else, when I bandaged the General, after just watching once, she could lend a hand. Next time, she’d prepare everything needed without me having to say."

Xiao Huaian couldn’t listen to a word of it.

"Previously seeing him shy away from women, I feared he might fancy men, thinking I’d be in danger."

Elder Ge was horrified: ?

What nonsense?

Xiao Huaian looked towards the direction of the Capital.

Wondering whom he was talking about.

"What if he’s capable? Still can’t resist a beauty."

At this moment, Wei Zhao, who couldn’t resist a beauty, returned in front of Yu Tingwan, with a calm expression.

"Get up, the floor is cold."

The tear stains on Yu Tingwan’s face had clearly been wiped away.

She had cried enough and no longer complained about feeling hot. Upon hearing the order, she pressed her hands against the ground, attempting to stand up.

But she truly didn’t have the strength.

After several attempts, she still couldn’t get up.

"This servant... can’t do it."

Wei Zhao: "Never drank before?"

"No."

Wei Zhao: "Then why dare to drink so much?"

There was an emotion rolling in his eyes, trying to break free. But quickly, he held it down hard and finally let it dissipate.

"It’s cold, even if you want to drink, you shouldn’t sit on the floor. Is the table just decoration?"

"Besides, you still have a fever now."

Wei Zhao was about to ask her why she didn’t take care of herself.

But he... swallowed it back.

Because he wasn’t qualified to say it.

Yu Tingwan: "I was on the bed originally."

She recalled.

"Then tumbled down."

"Clothes were dirty, too lazy to climb up again."

Just found a corner.

Wei Zhao: ...

On the ground lay a broken wine jug, scattered shards of porcelain.

His gaze swept around.

This girl surely had heaven’s protection, not a scratch on her.

Wei Zhao heard himself sigh helplessly, bending to scoop her up around the waist.

The person in his arms was too light, her waist too slender. Every meal so enthusiastic, yet no weight gained. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

But Wei Zhao...

Found it strenuous.

His legs trembled.

Finally managed to place her on the bed.

Yu Tingwan’s fingertips touched the sticky blood at his chest, quickly pulled back, and was too scared to move.

"Lord... Lord..."

She stuttered, unable to finish.

Wei Zhao: "Cursing?"

How could he resemble a eunuch?

"Fine."

He chuckled.

"Cursing quite nastily."

Yu Tingwan: "This servant wouldn’t dare."

Wei Zhao didn’t respond.

What wouldn’t you dare.

"You’re bleeding."

Wei Zhao languidly: "Hmm?"

Yu Tingwan: "Shall I bandage you?"

Yu Tingwan noticed his lips tightly pursed: "Is the Lord unhappy?"

Wei Zhao remained silent.

Yu Tingwan: "If you’re in a good mood, your health will improve faster."

She softly said: "Take your medicine, rest well, follow the doctor’s advice."

She didn’t know Wei Zhao’s status.

But for a County Magistrate to care like this, he mustn’t be ordinary.

Yet she could tell, Wei Zhao hadn’t smiled since waking up. He was desolate, only suppression and resignation, as if abandoned by the world, moving alone.

Actually... somewhat like her.

Yu Tingwan also felt that living was exhausting, breathing was hard.

Wei Zhao took a handkerchief from the coffee table and carefully wiped away the bloodstains on her palm.

The movements were gentle, as if afraid of causing pain.

Yu Tingwan was too weary.

Wei Zhao: "Later let Doctor Ge get you some ointment for your hands."

He finished wiping and was about to leave but was stopped by someone tugging at his garment.

Yu Tingwan lay on the bed, her eyes swollen, looking at him eagerly.

She said something, but it was too faint to be heard by Wei Zhao.

Wei Zhao remained silent for a moment before leaning closer, turning his ear to listen. However, she used the chance to pull Wei Zhao, trying to get up.

Wei Zhao could have easily shoved her off.

But he hesitated, though he had rested for a while, he was initially weak, and carrying her had tired him. His body got pulled down by Yu Tingwan, falling onto her.

The girl’s breath was soft and gentle.

"Master."

"Don’t be upset anymore."

"I’ll stay with you."

She earnestly, softly, whispered by his ear, "Yaoyao will accompany you."