Book Synopsis
Book Tags
Donation Rankings
Comment
0 Comments
You May Also Like
墨書 Inktalez
The medicinal herbs were quickly delivered, and Nangong Shuang immediately began to prepare the antidote. As she ground the herbs, she discreetly observed Xiao Zhongyan's reaction. Strangely, the Young Master of the Xiao Family seemed genuinely concerned for his cousin's safety, and the anxiety in his eyes appeared sincere.
If the Xiao Family was truly an enemy of the Nangong Family, why did Xiao Zhongyan's previous words and actions seem to show sympathy towards them? The mystery surrounding this man deepened.
"Alright," Nangong Shuang said as she mixed the powdered medicine into warm water. "Take this first; it should alleviate the symptoms."
Xiao Zhongyan carefully helped his sister sit up and fed her the medicine. After a moment, Xiao Yuyan's complexion gradually returned to a healthy hue, and her breathing became much steadier.
"Thank you, Nangong Shuang, for your assistance," Xiao Zhongyan expressed gratefully.
Nangong Shuang nodded slightly. "You're too kind, Young Master. However, this poison is peculiar; it seems deceptive and perplexing."
Xiao Zhongyan pondered for a moment. "Could it be... that begonia we saw earlier?"
Nangong Shuang was startled, recalling how Xiao Zhongyan had led her to see that Western Region Begonia, which she had avoided due to sensing something unusual. Could it be that the flower concealed a toxin intended for her but ended up harming Xiao Yuyan instead?
"Are you saying that Miss Yuyan might have come into contact with that begonia?" Nangong Shuang asked cautiously.
Xiao Zhongyan nodded. "After you left, Yuyan indeed went to look at that flower."
Nangong Shuang sighed inwardly; it was as she feared. Xiao Yuyan must have intended to harm her but ended up suffering the consequences herself. However, since the poison was aimed at her, the mastermind behind it must know her true identity!
"Nangong Shuang," Madam Guo said with gratitude on her face, "you saved two lives; your kindness is truly hard to repay. Once the banquet concludes, I will surely reward you handsomely."
"Madam is too kind," Nangong Shuang replied with a slight bow. "It was merely a small effort."
At this moment, Xiao Yuyan had regained consciousness and looked around in confusion. "What... what happened to me?"
"You fainted," Xiao Zhongyan explained. "Thanks to Nangong Shuang's timely help, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yuyan looked at Nangong Shuang with disbelief before her expression shifted to anger and shame. Nangong Shuang understood that this proud young woman would not want to accept help from a "maid," yet at this moment, she could only endure the humiliation and reluctantly express her thanks.
"It’s nothing; we help each other," Nangong Shuang said calmly, though a sharp glint flashed in her eyes. "However, Miss Yuyan should be more cautious when walking in the garden from now on."
Xiao Yuyan's expression changed as if she sensed the underlying meaning in Nangong Shuang's words but found herself unable to refute them.
As the banquet drew to a close, guests began to take their leave. Just as Nangong Shuang prepared to depart with Miss Qian, Xiao Zhongyan suddenly stepped forward and blocked her path.
"Nangong Shuang, thank you again for saving my sister," he said gracefully. "Please accept this jade pendant as a token of my gratitude."
With that, he took out a small jade pendant and offered it to Nangong Shuang. The pendant was translucent and intricately carved with a lifelike plum blossom that resembled the Plum Blossom Mark on Nangong Shuang's wrist!
Nangong Shuang felt a jolt in her heart but managed to remain composed. "This item is precious; I cannot accept it."
"It’s just a trivial item, not worth mentioning," Xiao Zhongyan insisted, his eyes filled with an inexplicable expectation. "Moreover, plum blossoms have always symbolized purity and steadfastness, which perfectly matches your temperament."
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Nangong Shuang could no longer refuse and accepted the jade pendant. "In that case, I shall not be polite," she said.
Xiao Zhongyan noticed her acceptance and a faint smile appeared at the corners of his mouth, as if he felt relieved. Just as Nangong Shuang turned to leave, he suddenly spoke in a low voice, "Miss, your medical skills are extraordinary. Are you aware of the incident involving the annihilation of the Nangong Family?"
Comment 0 Comment Count