NOVGO.NET Chapter 570 - Chapter 570: Chapter 576: Severely Injured
Chapter 570: Chapter 576: Severely Injured
“Learning of Han Yu’s mishap, we were all terribly worried, but it’s good to know he’s not in serious danger. Lady Yue, don’t be upset with your father and elder brother for wanting to keep it from you. They were afraid the news would be too much for you, especially since you’ve only just recovered from your own troubles. Another ordeal could have been too much for your health! Thankfully, Han Yu’s injuries aren’t that severe, and we can all breathe easy now,” Master Feng quickly came to Master Su’s aid.
Su Wenyue had no intention of blaming them, especially since it concerned her own father and big brother: “I understand the good intentions behind Dad and big brother wanting to keep things from me. How could I possibly blame them for that? That would be truly ungrateful! However, in the future, should anything like this happen again, I hope no one will keep it from me. Such secrecy can easily lead to misunderstandings, giving malicious people an opening. It’s better to be open about things. I, Su Wenyue, am not so fragile!”
“My Lady Yue has grown up, good, I promise you, from now on, I won’t keep anything from you anymore,” Master Su was somewhat moved by her maturity. The Lady Yue of today was no longer the little girl he once doted on and spoiled. As much as he felt gratified, there was also a touch of melancholy at her growing independence.
“It’s good that Xiu Qi is safe. However, this incident is quite suspicious. Presumably, everyone has also noticed something amiss. The incident only occurred this morning, and in no time, it had spread everywhere. Surely someone with an agenda is deliberately spreading rumors, probably specifically targeting Miss Yue,” Feng Jianling shared his suspicions.
Everyone nodded in agreement, clearly endorsing Feng Jianling’s statement: “Jianling is right. This matter is probably not as simple as it seems. Miss Yue, you should be more cautious in the future.”
Su Wenyue was certainly not afraid of those who only dared to make covert moves behind her back. Seeing the concern in everyone’s eyes, she nodded, “Thank you all for your concern. I will take good care of myself and won’t let groundless speculations lead me astray, giving malicious people an opportunity. Everyone else should be careful, too. Although it seems that these people are targeting me, who knows what their real intentions are. If there is anything involving Han Yu in the future, you can also discuss it with me if you’re unsure. Before Han Yu left, he arranged some people to stay with me just so that I could be kept informed.”
“Lady Yue makes a good point. We should all be careful. With someone spreading such news behind the scenes, no one knows their true purpose. It seems to be directed at Lady Yue, but she is seen as just a housewife by those people, hardly worthy of such an elaborate scheme. It’s difficult to say whom they are truly aiming at, and we mustn’t let down our guard and fall into their trap,” Marquis Bei’an stated, his assessment sounding quite reasonable.
Everyone nodded and signaled that they would be vigilant and watchful of everything around them.
“Lady Yue, we know you didn’t come just to relay news about Han Yu. Do you have any plans?” Su Hengjing, who often appeared stern and serious, was actually quite perceptive and cared for Su Wenyue. He didn’t express it outwardly, but his affection for Su Wenyue was no less than that of anyone else. He still remembered the first time he saw his soft and delicate little cousin, and Su Hengjing had taken to her immediately, feeling a sense of duty as an elder brother.
“Indeed, my Husband may not be as severely injured as the rumors suggest, with his life in danger, but he truly is hurt. He has to protect General Liu on their way, and with the Imperial Court’s forces relentlessly pursuing them, I worry he may be overextending himself. I’d like to ask Uncle Feng to send some people to assist them,” Su Wenyue said, her face showing her worry.
Master Feng agreed without any hesitation. The Feng family and the Su Family had a close relationship and were long-standing allies. When Su Wenyue sought his help, whether for public or private reasons, he had no reason to refuse.
“Sure, no problem. I’ll send people right away to assist them. Lady Yue, don’t worry. Your Uncle promises that your Husband will return home safe and sound. Keep your peace of mind,” Master Feng laughed heartily, his words teasingly reassuring.
With everyone looking at her knowingly, Su Wenyue’s cheeks reddened a bit, but with Master Feng promising to send people to aid Han Yu, some of her worries lifted. Master Feng was a man of his word, and his promise meant action.
“Let me personally lead some men on this trip. I’ve been feeling pent up these days; it’s time for me to stretch my limbs a bit,” said Su Hengjing, even after Master Feng had agreed. He was genuinely concerned for the safety of his brother-in-law, Han Yu. Whether it was because of his role as the brother-in-law or owing to Han Yu having helped save their family before, Su Hengjing felt obliged to act. Furthermore, for the future considerations of Marquis Beian Mansion, he wanted to meet with Liu Xiu and decide on their next steps.
“That would be great. With cousin taking charge, things are bound to be even more secure,” Su Wenyue said joyfully. Although she hadn’t spent much time with her cousin, she was aware of his capabilities. After all, he was the heir trained by Marquis Beian Mansion, having grown up in Chang’an, with some skills even her own big brother could not match. With his commitment, Han Yu’s safety had an added layer of certainty.
Although the news from Han Yu suggested that his injuries were not severe, Su Wenyue was no fool. Besides, as his spouse of many years, how could she not know that Han Yu was downplaying the matter to prevent her from worrying? Even if the injuries weren’t life-threatening, they were undoubtedly serious. Liu Xiu wasn’t naive enough to be easily fooled by Han Yu’s assurances.
Master Feng and Su Hengjing, men of swift action, immediately set things in motion upon leaving the Conference Hall, having promised Su Wenyue. It wasn’t long before they dispatched a team to set out.
On Liu Xiu’s side, with the people arranged by Han Yu to provide support, they managed a safe retreat to a secure location. However, instead of relief or joy, Liu Xiu was fraught with worry and urgency. Han Yu’s condition was far too grave, and he found no joy in escaping from the Imperial forces.
“Doctor, tell me quickly, how is Xiu Qi?” Liu Xiu looked at Han Yu lying pallid and lifeless, feeling as if with every passing moment, life was slipping away. The man who was so powerful and valiant on normal days had ended up in this state trying to save him, and Liu Xiu’s heart ached with discomfort.
“I must speak plainly, General Han’s injuries are severe. The medicines administered don’t seem to have any effect, and his condition is worsening. If this continues, I fear he won’t last long… at best, he might survive a couple of days before…”
The old doctor was cut off mid-sentence by Liu Xiu, “Shut up! What kind of man is Han Yu? Just the mention of his name makes enemies shiver in fear. How can such a valiant figure… he will definitely pull through!”
Liu Xiu couldn’t bear to hear that word, his sense of guilt towards Han Yu intensifying. He did not want to lose such a loyal and brave talent, nor did he want to lose a brother worth entrusting his life to.