Shuang Han Shi Si Zhou

Chapter 705 Liu Rumei Wakes Up

Zhao Guangzong shook his head, "Xiao Qing, I think we should wait a bit longer. It won't be too late to send word after Miss wakes up. If we send word now that she's poisoned, wouldn't Marquis Liu worry even more?"

Hearing this, Xiao Qing pondered for a moment and nodded slightly. That was true. If they were to say Liu Rumei was poisoned now, wouldn't Liu Xiangnan be driven to death with worry?

Meanwhile, Liu Xiangnan in Wannian City was not idle. Early that morning, an imperial decree arrived, a formal one, not an oral order.

This decree reinstated Liu Xiangnan to his official post, restored his marquis title, and additionally tasked him with temporarily commanding the city's troops and overseeing the overall situation.

The decree also assigned Liu Xiangnan a mission: to investigate the culprits who assassinated Xiao Jingyun.

After receiving the imperial decree, Liu Xiangnan appeared troubled.

Liu Xiangnan was worried because they hadn't apprehended any accomplices of the assassin at the scene. Now, to go and capture the assassin was akin to searching for a needle in a haystack.

However, without capturing the assassin, Prince Xiao Jingyun's poison could not be cured.

At this moment, Liu Xiangnan almost missed Zhu Meng. Zhu Meng had stayed in Daguo for so long; if he hadn't died, perhaps he could have helped him again, but thinking about it now was meaningless.

Just then, Liu Kai rushed in, taking two steps at a time, stumbling into the room. "Master, Master!"

Seeing Liu Kai's state, Liu Xiangnan raised an eyebrow, "What's the panic? What kind of demeanor is this?"

"Master, someone has arrived from Shuozhou, a man named Zheng Hai, saying he has news about Miss."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiangnan shot up from his seat.

"Where is he? Quickly bring him in."

Liu Kai turned and left. Not long after, he returned with Zheng Hai.

As soon as Zheng Hai entered the study, he knelt down with a thud.

"Greetings, Marquis Liu!"

Liu Xiangnan leaned on the table, looking as if he was about to stand up, his eyes wide with eagerness as he asked, "You, you have news of Rumei?"

Zheng Hai cupped his fist and said loudly, "Reporting to Your Lordship, some days ago, Miss and I caused quite a stir in Daguo, and at the same time, we rescued many of our brothers captured by Daguo."

Liu Xiangnan's eyes were fixed on Zheng Hai, not daring to blink, listening to every word he said, holding his breath, and not daring to interrupt him.

"Later, we fell into Daguo's trap and were targeted, unable to shake them off. Xiao Qinghe also strengthened its defenses. Seeing that we couldn't return, Miss took Xiao Qing and went alone to Qingguang City in Daguo, saying she wanted to create a diversion there to attract the enemy's attention, so that we could return to Dacanggu first."

"The enemy indeed fell for the ruse. Qiao Na led a large army back to reinforce Qingguang City. Only then did I, with the brothers, safely return to Dacanggu."

"However, however, Miss is still in Daguo..."

By the end of the account, Liu Xiangnan's eyes were already filled with tears. He sighed heavily, leaned back against the chair, and remained silent for a long time.

Clearly, Zheng Hai had given him a glimmer of hope, but the final outcome was that Liu Rumei was still in Daguo, which meant her fate was still uncertain.

But he was a marquis, after all, and quickly regained his composure. He tidied his thoughts and asked Zheng Hai in a deep voice, "How many people returned with you? How many are still in Daguo?"

"Reporting to Your Lordship, there were about five thousand people initially left in Daguo. Less than a hundred of us returned this time. The rest have likely returned or are in hiding."

Hearing this, Liu Xiangnan slowly stood up, clasped his hands behind his back, and walked a few steps, nodding slightly. "Five thousand people. It would be very difficult to withdraw them. But staying in Daguo, in this freezing weather, how to survive is even harder."

After speaking, he looked up at Zheng Hai, "You may go and rest. Liu Kai, give him some silver!"

"Your Lordship, I don't want any silver. I only came to deliver a message." Zheng Hai bowed respectfully and then turned to leave.

After Zheng Hai left, Liu Xiangnan's tears began to flow.

Liu Rumei's choice was brave, and it suited her personality. But it was too worrying.

Meanwhile, Liu Rumei had already woken up. It turned out the medicine prescribed by Old Bangshu was indeed effective.

Around noon that day, Liu Rumei's eyes had slightly opened. Xiao Qing was overjoyed to see Liu Rumei awake.

She leaned close to Liu Rumei's ear and whispered, "Miss, Miss, can you hear me?"

Liu Rumei parted her lips and let out a soft "Yes!" from Sudán Novel Network.

This single word made Xiao Qing so happy she wanted to jump for joy.

Xiao Qing tucked in the corner of Liu Rumei's quilt again and stoked the stove to make it warmer.

Then she went out to see Zhao Guangzong.

Upon seeing Zhao Guangzong, Xiao Qing said impatiently, "General Zhao, General Zhao, Miss is awake! She's awake!"

Upon hearing that Liu Rumei was awake, Zhao Guangzong shot up from his seat. "Really?"

Xiao Qing nodded, "Yes, I just asked her if she could hear me, and she said she could!"

"That's wonderful, truly wonderful! This Old Bangshu is indeed remarkable, he cured Miss's poison in one go."

After speaking, Zhao Guangzong hurried towards the side room in the back courtyard, where Old Bangshu was resting. It was almost noon, and Old Bangshu was already pouring himself a drink.

Seeing Zhao Guangzong enter, he smiled faintly, "Judging by the time, Miss Liu should be waking up by now."

Zhao Guangzong stepped forward, bowed, and cupped his fist, saying, "Old Bangshu, thank you. You are the great benefactor of our entire army."

Meanwhile, Xiao Qing had already lifted her skirt and knelt down with a thud, "My life-saving gratitude to Old Bangshu, Xiao Qing will never forget."

Old Bangshu chuckled and walked forward, gently patting Xiao Qing's shoulder. "Young lady Xiao Qing, there's no need to be so polite. General Zhao, you don't need to worry too much. As long as Miss Liu wakes up, I will be at ease."

Zhao Guangzong stepped forward with a smile, poured a cup of wine, and respectfully offered it to Old Bangshu. "Old Bangshu, on behalf of the three armies, I toast you."

Old Bangshu smiled, took the wine cup, and drank it in one gulp. "Good, I'll finish this cup. General Zhao, you go and attend to your duties. I'll have a few drinks here by myself, and then I'll sleep soundly."

Zhao Guangzong understood that this was a polite dismissal, indicating that he did not wish for them to linger.

After Zhao Guangzong and Xiao Qing thanked him again, they both left.

Returning to his own quarters, Zhao Guangzong finally dared to write a letter and send it by carrier pigeon to Wannian City. Liu Rumei had woken up, so he could now report the news.

In the blink of an eye, it was dark again. That evening, Duobang once again infiltrated Liu Xiangnan's mansion.

This time, it was different from usual. Liu Xiangnan's study was also lit. He was worried about Liu Rumei and couldn't sleep.

Liu Yuanwen appeared even more restless. He was worried about his sister, and also about his father.