Chapter 583: Wei Zihang Severely Injured

Chapter 583: Wei Zihang Severely Injured

After all, she was his blood sister. Wei Zihang was somewhat worried about Wei Shuangyan’s safety. After hesitating for a moment, he said goodbye to Ju Geer and Xingxing: “I’ve got something to take care of. I need to leave for a bit.”

Seeing Wei Zihang’s dark expression, Ju Geer couldn’t help but ask seriously, “Do you need help?”

Wei Zihang patted Ju Geer on the shoulder. “Nah, I got this.”

He then turned to Xingxing. “Xingxing, I have to go now. I’ll come play with you another time.”

Xingxing nodded. “Sounds good!”

Hearing that cheerful “Sounds good!”, Wei Zihang’s restless heart found a sliver of comfort. He managed a weak smile, spurred his horse into the dense forest, and disappeared among the trees.

Ju Geer watched Wei Zihang’s retreating figure and shook his head.

However, not long after, Yu Chongen rushed out of the forest carrying an unconscious Wei Zihang.

Behind Yu Chongen was Wei Shuangyan, her face ghostly pale, filled with panic.

Xingxing, who had been admiring flowers nearby and hadn’t left yet, caught Yu Chongen’s attention. His eyes lit up, and he hurried straight toward her with Wei Zihang in his arms. “Lady of Blessed Peace! Help him!”

Not only Xingxing but even Ju Geer was startled.

Wei Zihang had just left—how had he ended up in such a state?

Eagle-eyed, Xingxing noticed that the back of Wei Zihang’s head was resting on Yu Chongen’s arm, and the fabric there was already soaked with a large patch of blood!

Xingxing panicked. “Put him down quickly!”

Yu Chongen was taken aback and instinctively moved to follow her instructions.

But Wei Shuangyan, nearly hysterical, screamed at Xingxing, “Stay out of this!”

Ignoring Wei Shuangyan’s outburst, Xingxing kept her expression stern and repeated firmly to Yu Chongen, “Quick! Put him down!”

Yu Chongen frowned, hesitated briefly, but ultimately complied, carefully laying Wei Zihang flat on the ground.

Xingxing rushed forward, dropped to her knees beside Wei Zihang to check his pulse.

The maid Zhao Ying was quick-witted and had already dashed toward their carriage—knowing they’d be in the mountains where falls were common, Xingxing had specifically brought healing supplies and stored them in the carriage before the trip.

After taking Wei Zihang’s pulse, Xingxing’s brow knit in concern. She then carefully examined the wound on the back of his head.

With a sigh, she fished out a pill from her pouch and prepared to feed it to Wei Zihang.

Wei Shuangyan, tense with fear, demanded, “What are you giving him?!”

Xingxing frowned. “A life-saving pill… How’d he get this badly hurt?”

At the words “life-saving,” Wei Shuangyan shook like a leaf.

It was Yu Chongen who spoke up, guilt flashing across his face. “…Shuangyan and I were talking in the woods when Zihang suddenly rushed in. He said their parents forbade Shuangyan from seeing me and tried to drag her away…”

He paused, glancing at the trembling Wei Shuangyan before continuing with difficulty, “…Zihang slipped and fell. Unfortunately, his head slammed into a rock…”

Xingxing shot Yu Chongen a skeptical glance.

She wasn’t born yesterday—she could tell that while the injury matched Yu Chongen’s account, he was hiding something.

For instance, how could Wei Zihang have lost his balance when everything was fine?

However, now wasn't the time to worry about that.

Previously, Lou Ruhui had slipped while ice skating on the frozen lake at the Duke of Xinguo's residence and hit the back of her head, which had been a serious situation at the time.

But now, Wei Zihang's situation was quite different from Lou Ruhui's ice-skating fall.

Wei Zihang had gone and fallen onto a rock.

With such an injury, any movement could make it worse, yet Yu Chongen had panicked and carried Wei Zihang over such a distance...

Even Xingxing found it very challenging.

"I'll give him first aid," Xingxing said with a tight expression. "Later, we'll have others carry Wei Zihang onto my family's carriage and take him back to the manor for further examination."

Yu Chongen was about to agree, but Wei Shuangyan, frantic, cried out, "...Can you actually save my brother or not?! Can you?!"

Xingxing answered truthfully, "Wei Zihang's injuries are severe. All I can do is bandage his wounds and give him medicine to keep him alive. Whether he survives is up to fate."

Hearing this, Wei Shuangyan's legs buckled, and she nearly fainted.

By then, Zhao Ying had already fetched the medical kit. Without wasting time, Xingxing opened it and swiftly began treating Wei Zihang's wounds.

Wei Shuangyan tried to move closer, but Ju Geer stepped in front of her, saying coldly, "...My sister is trying to save your brother's life! Don't interfere!"

He was just as upset!

Though he often scolded Wei Zihang as a pig trying to steal their family's little cabbage (a metaphor for someone trying to take something precious), their brotherly bond was genuine!

With Wei Zihang in such critical condition, how could his sister still think of hindering the rescue?

Barked at by Ju Geer, Wei Shuangyan's face twisted in anger. She seemed about to retort but was stopped by Yu Chongen tugging her sleeve, making her hold her tongue.

After Xingxing finished treating Wei Zihang's wounds, she had others carry him onto the carriage and settled him inside, preparing to take him back to the capital.

Wei Shuangyan immediately tried to board the carriage as well.

Xingxing glanced at her and said, "Second Miss Wei, I understand your anxiety. But this carriage isn't very spacious. We must ensure Wei Zihang has enough room to lie down, and as the physician, I need to keep an eye on him. There's no room for you here."

Wei Shuangyan's expression twisted again. "You—!"

Xingxing's tone turned firm. "Second Miss Wei! Right now, saving Wei Zihang's life is the priority!"

Clenching her teeth in frustration, Wei Shuangyan swung up onto a horse instead, signaling she wouldn't board the carriage.

Xingxing ignored her and got into the carriage, staying by Wei Zihang's side as they escorted him through the capital's gates and straight to the Jiping Commandery Prince's estate.

The Princess Consort of Jiping Commandery had been so worried about Wei Shuangyan lately that she'd gotten more gray hairs. Upon hearing Wei Zihang was severely injured and unconscious, she nearly fainted.

The Jiping Commandery Prince's household hastily summoned a royal physician.

The physician and Xingxing discussed and finalized a treatment plan involving medicine and acupuncture.

The physician stayed overnight to monitor Wei Zihang.

Xingxing also remained, staying with Ju Geer in a guest courtyard near Wei Zihang's quarters.

Early the next morning, Xingxing checked on Wei Zihang again and found his pulse slightly steadier than the day before. She let out a relieved sigh. "...If this continues, he should pull through without major issues."

The Princess Consort of Jiping Commandery, who had stayed up all night, nearly collapsed to her knees upon hearing this.

Xingxing quickly steadied her.

The Princess Consort grasped Xingxing's arm and wept. "...Township Lady, once again, you've saved a life!"