The magistrate frowned immediately: "When did this happen? What kind of person did you save? Please tell me in detail."
Li Si then sat down, looked at the county magistrate in front of him, pondered for a moment, and said, "That man was wearing a white robe and looked like a young master from a wealthy family. I was chopping wood when I heard a man's low breathing at the foot of the mountain. When I ran over, I found that his legs had been cut off by a sharp sword. He didn't say a word from beginning to end, but judging from the jade pendant he was wearing, I knew that this person was definitely not an ordinary person."
Li Si's words made the magistrate frown even more. He pondered, as if painting a picture in his mind.
He seemed to see Li Si chopping wood in the mountains when he suddenly heard a faint panting sound. He followed the sound and found a man lying in a pool of blood, his legs severed by a sharp sword, convulsing in agony. His face was pale, and his eyes were tightly closed, as if he were enduring endless pain. Despite this, the jade pendant he wore indicated that he was no ordinary person.
The magistrate took a deep breath, looked at Li Si, and said, "The person you saved may be very important to us. I will send someone to pick him up and take care of his injuries. You did a good job, Li Si."
Li Si said with some difficulty, "But those people just now seemed to be quite skilled. Now even the last survivor has bitten his tongue and committed suicide. Where are we going to find them?"
Just as everyone was in a dilemma, a dusty sound broke the silence.
Liang Shuyan, this usually composed woman, was now speeding towards them in a horse-drawn carriage. Her face held a resolute and determined expression, as if no difficulty could deter her.
Niu Niu sat beside her, her expression slightly somber.
Her heart was filled with anxiety; she was more worried about her brother's safety than anyone else.
Inside the carriage, Niu Niu lowered her head, her hands tightly gripping the hem of her clothes, her eyes revealing endless worry and helplessness.
Liang Shuyan looked at Niu Niu with encouraging eyes and gently patted the back of her hand, as if conveying strength.
She knew that Niu Niu needed more support and comfort at that moment.
"Don't worry, His Majesty should be fine. Let's go and see what's going on, but when we're out and about, we can't reveal our identities with our titles. We have to be careful in everything we do."
Niu Niu nodded.
The carriage stopped in front of the dilapidated temple. The magistrate looked at the carriage not far away, then quickly stepped forward, took her hand and said, "Madam, why did you come with the princess? I was just about to send someone to contact you when I had news."
Niu Niu and the magistrate entered the dilapidated temple together, where they saw the emperor sitting alone in a corner, looking somewhat bewildered. Hearing footsteps, he looked up, a flash of surprise crossing his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
“We really can’t wait any longer. Niu Niu is also very worried about Master Huang’s safety.” Liang Shuyan gave a slight curtsy, and the county magistrate followed suit.
The magistrate waved his hand, signaling them to rise. His voice was a little hoarse: "No need for formalities. I'm just a little tired. Now that we've found someone like this, he might be the one we're looking for!"
Liang Shuyan guessed the magistrate's intention, and she smiled and nodded to indicate her understanding. Niu Niu secretly admired Liang Shuyan's meticulousness and thoughtfulness.
At the magistrate's signal, everyone stood up. The atmosphere in the yamen immediately relaxed, except for Niu Niu, who was still immersed in the shock. She looked at Liang Shuyan, her eyes full of gratitude. Liang Shuyan gently patted her hand, indicating that she didn't need to worry.
The magistrate rubbed his temples wearily, his voice slightly hoarse, and said, "No need for formalities, I'm just a little tired. Now that we've found someone like this, he might be the one we're looking for!"
Niu Niu understood that Liang Shuyan had deliberately concealed her identity to ensure that she wouldn't reveal her status as a princess, and she gladly accepted it.
After learning the general situation, Liang Shuyan said, "Your Excellency, let's leave some people to wait, and then we'll hurry ahead to search."
Liang Shuyan knew there must be a deeper reason behind this. She didn't ask any more questions, but silently considered her next move.
"Liang Shuyan, you take a group of men to the east, I'll go west. Be careful not to alert those bandits." The magistrate decisively assigned the task, his eyes firm and deep, as if he could see through all the fog.
The crowd began to bustle about, tense yet orderly. Niu Niu followed closely behind Liang Shuyan, her heart pounding rhythmically like a drum, yet her heart remained unusually calm. She knew she was no longer that simple country girl, but a princess, shouldering the heavy responsibility of the nation.
Night falls, and the stars twinkle.
The group of people galloped along the rugged mountain path, the distant mountain shadows appearing particularly mysterious under the moonlight. Niu Niu, riding her horse, felt the mountain wind whistling past, her heart filled with determination and anticipation. She knew this journey would be full of unknowns and challenges, but she was ready to face them all.
"Someone up ahead seems to have fainted. Quickly, a few people come over and check on them."
Just as everyone was in a panic, a kind-hearted villager shouted loudly.
Upon hearing this, everyone rushed forward. Liang Shuyan knelt down without hesitation and began performing CPR with practiced ease. Her movements were methodical, as if she had received professional training.
An atmosphere of tension and concern filled the air; everyone held their breath for the stranger who had fainted. At that moment, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if providing background music for this touching scene.
Everyone present held their breath, their eyes fixed on the middle-aged man's every move.
His hands rhythmically pressed on the chest of the unconscious person, each press accompanied by a "call," a firm and powerful sound, as if telling the world that the unconscious person still had hope of survival.
In the crowd, some people clasped hands tightly, praying silently; others had tears welling in their eyes, as if they were seeing the worry of loved ones. A young girl gently placed her hand on her chest, as if conveying warmth and strength with her heartfelt wishes.
At this moment, a gentle breeze caressed everyone's cheeks, carrying the warmth of summer and the breath of life.
The leaves sway in the wind, as if telling a story about life and hope.
"woke up?"
Although the man appeared to be dressed in rags, a familiar face emerged beneath his disheveled appearance, and Liang Shuyan was suddenly surprised: "Your Majesty?"
"Madam, is it...it's you?"
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