Fang Qingyue nodded slightly, sat up with difficulty, and said softly: "Wash the herbs first, I'll go stew the medicine."
The two got off the carriage. Although Chi Yue was a blind girl, her hands were dexterous and her movements were steady.
Relying on her keen sense of touch, she carefully handled the herbs brought back by Shen Yuhan under Fang Qingyue's guidance.
In the small kitchen of the inn, the fire was dim and the burning firewood made a crackling sound.
Clean water has been poured into the medicine pot, and the herbs are gradually blending into the water. The fragrance accompanied by the scent of herbs spreads in the cabin.
Just when Fang Qingyue and Chi Yue were busy, Shen Yuhan's figure suddenly appeared at the door.
He walked over to Fang Qingyue with a bucket of clear spring water in his hand and whispered, "I asked someone to find some spring water from the mountains. It's much cleaner than the river water."
"Using this spring water to decoct medicine will have a better effect."
Fang Qingyue raised her head and looked at Shen Yuhan, feeling an inexplicable warmth in her heart.
He poured the spring water into the medicine jar, and the fragrance of the medicine became stronger.
Fang Qingyue sat aside, quietly watching the medicine liquid slowly boil, but her heart could not calm down.
After the medicine was boiled, Fang Qingyue carefully picked up the bowl and took a sip.
Although the medicine was bitter, after it went down my throat, my body gradually warmed up and the dull pain in my abdomen was relieved a lot.
She put down the medicine bowl, leaned back on the bed, and felt a lot more relaxed.
"How do you feel?" Shen Yuhan saw that her complexion had improved slightly, and immediately leaned over to ask, his eyes full of concern.
Fang Qingyue nodded gently, her voice soft: "Much better."
But even though her body had recovered, she knew she could no longer continue on her journey.
Fang Qingyue looked up at Shen Yuhan, a trace of guilt in her eyes, and said softly: "Shen Yuhan, my body..."
"I'm afraid I can't hold on any longer and continue on my journey."
"We need to stop and rest for a few days, otherwise I'm afraid..."
She didn't finish her words, but her meaning was clear.
Shen Yuhan frowned. Although the emperor in the capital had urged him many times to go back as soon as possible, Fang Qingyue's safety was always what he cared about most.
After hesitating for a moment, he gently held her hand and said in a soft voice: "Don't worry, you can take your time on the journey. I won't let you take any more risks."
"But Lord Marquis..." The confidant beside him couldn't help but speak, looking anxious.
"The capital has urged us several times. If we delay any further, I'm afraid..."
Before he finished speaking, Shen Yuhan interrupted him coldly: "There is no need to mention returning to Beijing."
"Qingyue's health is the most important thing. Let's wait until she recovers before we can discuss anything else."
When the confidant heard this, he immediately lowered his head and dared not say anything more.
He understood that once Shen Yuhan made a decision, it could not be changed.
Fang Qingyue looked at Shen Yuhan's resolute attitude and felt a deep sense of guilt in her heart.
Because his health delayed everyone's journey, especially the anxious soldiers and officials under Shen Yuhan.
Everyone was looking forward to returning to Beijing to report as soon as possible, but she became the biggest variable in this journey.
Outside the gate of the capital, the Golden City Gate towers into the clouds, and the towering city walls firmly protect the imperial city in the center.
The sun was scorching and the city gate was bustling with people.
There was a constant stream of merchants, travelers, and officials coming and going, and the guards strictly checked every passerby.
Liu Yunyun stood in the shadow of the city gate and gently gathered the veil on her shoulders.
His eyes were always fixed on the dusty road in the distance, waiting for a familiar figure.
She had been waiting here for several days, but Shen Yuhan never returned.
Her mood was like the scorching sun hanging overhead, restless and anxious. Every time she heard the news that the Marquis was about to return to the capital, she would rush to the gate of the Golden City early, hoping to be the first to see him.
But day after day, she waited for nothing but disappointment.
Today, finally, she saw a group of people approaching.
In that majestic team, the leading man was wearing armor.
Although he was exhausted from the journey, his tall and straight figure was still the same as she remembered, and it was impossible to ignore him.
Liu Yunyun's heart suddenly jumped, a happy smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she hurried to greet him.
"Yuhan!"
There was unconcealable excitement in her voice and tenderness in her eyes.
Shen Yuhan did not stop, but raised his eyelids slightly.
A cold gaze passed over her, as if he didn't care about her at all.
His expression was indifferent, as if her existence was just a leaf on the roadside, and he was not even interested in taking another look at her.
Liu Yunyun's smile froze on her face and her steps stopped.
The joy in her eyes was instantly stung by indifference, and her originally bright eyes gradually dimmed.
Shen Yuhan walked past her and strode forward with his entourage and guards, not giving her a chance to stop for a moment.
"Yu Han..." Liu Yunyun's voice was low, almost choked with sobs.
She stood there, gently twisting the silk handkerchief in her hands, feeling mixed emotions.
She had clearly been worried about him for so long, hoping to meet him again, but why was he so indifferent?
Not even a greeting?
Just as she was feeling very lost, her eyes inadvertently swept across the carriage behind Shen Yuhan.
The car curtain was gently lifted, revealing a corner.
Liu Yunyun was stunned, vaguely saw a figure in the car, and a familiar face came into view.
That person was Fang Qingyue!
She looked a little haggard and pale.
Her hand gently stroked her bulging belly, and it was obvious that she was pregnant.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
