Chapter 232: As Long As He Survives Past Eighteen

Chapter 232: As Long As He Survives Past Eighteen

The old Taoist priest glanced at Huai Geer, "Since you're already here and don't have anything else to do, how about you come with me and we practice a set of boxing again?"

The old Taoist priest dragged Huai Geer out for some extra practice.

With nothing better to do, Xingxing climbed onto a chair with her little legs and struggled to grab the book Wei Shiyan had left on the table.

Xingxing had learned quite a few characters recently, but the content of the book Wei Shiyan was reading was difficult to understand. She squinted at it for a bit, but it made her head spin.

Sure, she recognized the characters, but the meaning was completely lost on her!

Xingxing gasped in awe, realizing just how much Brother Yan must know!

She put the book back on the table neatly and quietly climbed down from the chair.

Then, she scurried over to the bed to check on Wei Shiyan and was pleasantly surprised to see that the redness on his face had already started to fade.

Xingxing stood on her tiptoes and gently touched Wei Shiyan's forehead.

The temperature she felt seemed lower.

Xingxing pulled her hand back and touched her own little head to compare temperatures.

It definitely felt lower!

Not entirely sure, Xingxing decided to try again.

She reached out to touch Wei Shiyan's forehead once more.

...

Wei Shiyan, delirious from the fever, could only feel something cool and refreshing melt on his lips, bringing a breeze to his feverish spirit.

The little girl's soft, childlike voice came from beside him, seemingly saying something.

Wei Shiyan, burning with fever, couldn't make it out clearly.

The little girl gave him a feeling of such comfort that as long as she was near, all his heat and irritation would vanish, leaving him extremely comfortable.

Wei Shiyan relaxed completely.

He could feel that the little girl was by his side.

Even if she moved slightly farther away, the coolness she brought continued to envelop him.

Wei Shiyan experienced this kind of fever four times a year, but never had it been this comfortable before.

He could feel all the unbearable heat slowly dissipating.

Suddenly, the little girl's soft, chubby hand gently touched his forehead.

Wei Shiyan felt like a drop of ice-cold, clear water had fallen onto his spirit, and with the heat already dissipating, it completely vanished at that moment.

Wei Shiyan slowly opened his eyes to see the little girl checking his forehead temperature again after touching her own.

Weak as he was, he couldn't help but give a faint smile.

"Xingxing."

Just as Xingxing was about to check Wei Shiyan's forehead temperature again, she saw him open his eyes and call out to her.

Xingxing jumped in surprise but then beamed with joy, exclaiming, "Ah!"

Realizing she might have been too loud, Xingxing quickly covered her mouth and whispered, "Yan, you're awake? How do you feel?"

Wei Shiyan gave a weak smile. "I feel much better."

Xingxing tilted her head and clapped her hands lightly, saying happily, "The medicine from Grandma Da Xi really works!"

Eagerly, she asked, "Yan, the old Taoist priest is practicing boxing with Brother Huai Ge outside. Should I call him in?"

Wei Shiyan slowly shook his head. "No need."

Afraid his short response might scare Xingxing, he added, "...I'm fine. Uncle Qin and your brother are practicing boxing. Let them continue without disturbing them."

Xingxing nodded her little head.

Wei Shiyan didn't want to lie down anymore and struggled to sit up.

After a moment, Xingxing asked, "Yan, should I get you a cup of water?"

Wei Shiyan didn’t want to refuse her kindness and nodded. "Sure."

Xingxing rushed off to pour a cup of water and brought it back to Wei Shiyan.

Wei Shiyan took the cup and slowly drank the water.

During this time, Wei Shiyan could clearly feel that Xingxing, by his side, was like a gentle breeze that eased all the discomfort from his body.

He felt his strength slowly returning.

Wei Shiyan absentmindedly rubbed the teacup’s handle.

If his parents back in the capital found out how special Xingxing was to him, they would probably try to keep her by his side.

There was no way he’d let that happen.

His body was already like this; there was no need to involve Xingxing as well.

Anyway, the high master had said that as long as he got through the age of eighteen, he would be fine.

Just now, Xingxing mentioned that "the medicine from Grandma Da Xi works." He could just attribute the credit to that.

But whether it would fool Uncle Qin was another story. He’d stick to his story, no matter what.

...

When the old Taoist priest and Huai Ge finished their set of boxing and returned, they were surprised to see Wei Shiyan awake, sitting cross-legged on the soft mat, teaching Xingxing how to play chess.

Xingxing’s cute round face was now filled with confusion.

She looked a bit dazed from trying to learn.

Fortunately, the old Taoist priest rescued her. He looked at Wei Shiyan in shock and asked, "...Are you really better?"

Wei Shiyan nodded, his two fingers clipping a chess piece and placing it on the board with a "click." "Better. The medicine Xingxing gave is very effective."

Xingxing nodded vigorously like she was pounding garlic. "Da Xi is really something else!"

The old Taoist priest glanced at Wei Shiyan and, without saying anything, gave Xingxing a gentle smile. "When you see this Da Xi you're talking about, make sure to thank her properly."

Wei Shiyan looked at the old Taoist priest and pressed his lips together.

After confirming that Wei Shiyan's fever had subsided, Xingxing and Huai Geer went down the mountain.

Huai Geer rode his horse and escorted Xingxing back to South Tuo Village.

The tall and strong young man sat on his red high-headed horse, looking sharp and confident, with a cute little girl in front of him. The sight attracted plenty of attention as they made their way into the village.

Many young women couldn't help but let their eyes follow Huai Geer all the way.

When they arrived at South Tuo Village, most of the Yu family were busy at the new courtyard.

Even Wei Pozi, Li Chunhua, Su Rouer, and Shuangyun, these women, had gone to help with boiling water and other light tasks.

Only Bai Xiaofeng was left at the old courtyard, taking care of Bang Geer.

Bang Geer was still an infant who only knew how to eat, cry, and sleep. Bai Xiaofeng was sitting in the courtyard sunbathing with him in her arms. When she saw Huai Geer bringing Xingxing back, she was quite surprised. "Wow, Huai Geer brought Xingxing back? Look at Xingxing, all dressed up on that big horse! She looks like a real queen!"

Xingxing blushed and giggled shyly.

Huai Geer dismounted and lifted Xingxing off the horse. He then asked Bai Xiaofeng, "Auntie, where's my mother?"

Bai Xiaofeng, holding Bang Geer, smiled. "Your mom is busy at the new courtyard. I’ll go get her. You two hungry? I’ll get your mom to whip up something tasty."

Saying so, she headed out with Bang Geer in her arms.