Xu Jinhuan sat on a thick tree branch with his eyes closed, intending to spend the time pumping water slowly, but for some reason, he felt that someone was watching him.
Xu Jinhuan opened her eyes and looked around suspiciously. Although she didn't see anyone, she trusted her intuition and knew something was strange. So she said calmly.
"Come out."
The person hiding was extremely obedient. After hearing Xu Jinhuan's words, he actually came out from behind the tree and then coughed twice skillfully.
"Ahem, I didn't mean to hide behind the tree. I was just going to fetch water upstream when I found out that you were here too."
For the sake of the young lady's reputation, I thought I would wait until she left before fetching water.
When it comes to making up lies, Kong Duiyue is just as good as Xu Jinhuan, and there is no trace of lying on her face.
Xu Jinhuan looked at him suspiciously. "I remember there was a river flowing by near where the carriage stopped. Why did you go to such lengths?"
Kong Duiyue explained with a smile, "That place is downstream of the river. Although it looks clear on the surface, we can't be sure what people upstream did. I'm a very clean person, so I came upstream on my own."
Xu Jinhuan nodded. This explanation was acceptable, and it was one of the reasons she came to the upstream area.
Xu Jinhuan glanced at Kong Duiyue again, recalling that after Xie Guangbai finished examining Kong Duiyue, he secretly came to see her again and reiterated Kong Duiyue's condition.
"Master, Big Head Brother and the patient were both there just now, and I didn't tell the whole story because I was worried about affecting the patient's mood."
This person's body is nearing its end; he may still look like a human being, but his internal organs are already failing. Even with my treatment, he can only live for another six months to a year.
Xu Jinhuan nodded after hearing this and told Xie Guangbai to tell Xie Datou about it. As for Kong Duiyue, there was no need to say anything; he didn't want to rub salt into his wounds.
This is why Xu Jinhuan makes no secret of his knowledge of astronomy and geography, and his ability to predict the future.
After all, the only conscious outsider in the team was someone who was nearing the end of his life, so he posed no real threat.
Thinking of this, Xu Jinhuan's gaze towards Kong Duiyue softened slightly.
"There's no need to care about those formalities. You can't take fame with you when you're born or when you die; it's just a way for those in power to control the people."
Kong Duiyue had been silently observing Xu Jinhuan. Although she didn't know why Xu Jinhuan had become gentler towards her, her joy was palpable.
He quickly bowed and lowered his head, suppressing the upturned corners of his lips. "As the old saying goes, 'A single conversation with a wise man is worth more than ten years of study.' I have learned a great deal today."
If Wuyou saw his master at this moment, he would probably just complain in his heart. In the past, when he was in Deyilou, his master was always serious and would treat it like his life depended on it if he were to smile.
But now, this laughter seems so worthless!
Xu Jinhuan, who was sitting opposite her, didn't notice any flirtatious glances at all; she was only sensitive to killing intent.
Xu Jinhuan now felt that talking to these ancient scholars was really exhausting. They were all so particular about their words and phrases that it gave her a headache.
So, after hearing the "beep beep" sound from Xiao Wang's invention in his mind, which indicated that the container was full of water, Xu Jinhuan said to Kong Duiyue.
"I've already filled the water container, please make yourself at home."
After saying that, Xu Jinhuan prepared to turn around and leave.
Unexpectedly, Kong Duiyue suddenly spoke up, "Miss Xu, I have a favor to ask. I wonder if you would be willing to grant it?"
Xu Jinhuan glanced at Kong Duiyue with a puzzled look. For some reason, she suddenly smelled a certain tea aroma and looked again, unsure.
"What is it?"
Kong Duiyue seemed a little embarrassed, and a slight blush appeared on her originally pale face.
"Kong was feeling unwell and thought he had enough strength to get back, but he had been standing for too long and was suffering from heatstroke. It would be extremely difficult for him to get back on his own."
I was just chatting with you, young lady, and learned that you are a generous person who doesn't care about fame or reputation. That's why I wanted to ask you to help me get back.
After Kong Duiyue finished speaking, he coughed weakly twice. When he removed his hand, traces of blood had seeped from the corner of his mouth, making him look extremely pitiful.
Xu Jinhuan wasn't one to meddle in other people's business, but remembering what Xie Guangbai had said and glancing at Kong Duiyue, he inexplicably agreed.
"Okay, hurry up and fill the water container. I need to get back as soon as possible."
Upon hearing Xu Jinhuan's affirmative answer, Kong Duiyue's lips quickly curled up, much like a child who had received permission from their parents to buy a toy.
Xu Jinhuan glanced at Kong Duiyue suspiciously. Why was this guy so happy? Anyone who didn't know better would think he had found money.
Kong Duiyue had no idea what Xu Jinhuan was thinking. He ran all the way to the river and began filling his water bag. He ran so fast that he didn't look like a patient at all.
Where was the weak figure he had been when he asked for help?
If Xu Jinhuan hadn't known that Xie Guangbai wouldn't lie to her, she would have thought that Kong Duiyue was faking illness.
"Miss Xu, I've filled the water pouch. Let's go." Kong Duiyue held the filled water pouch in her hand, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Xu Jinhuan.
Xu Jinhuan couldn't help but shudder at the sight, feeling inexplicably like a dog looking at a bone.
It's an illusion, it must be an illusion!
That was probably Kong Duiyue's grateful look, that's for sure!
As Xu Jinhuan confirmed his judgment, he grabbed Kong Duiyue by the collar and prepared to use his lightness skill to fly to the team's encampment.
When Kong Duiyue, whose collar had been lifted, saw Xu Jinhuan's practiced stance, a hint of helplessness mixed with a smile flashed in her eyes.
How come after all these years, Jin Huan's way of leading people hasn't changed at all?
Therefore, before Xu Jinhuan could take off, she heard Kong Duiyue's weak voice beside her, "Miss Xu, could you please change your position... cough cough cough..."
If it were anyone else, Xu Jinhuan would probably just toss them aside and say, "Fly if you want, or don't fly. If you don't want to fly, just walk back yourself."
But now, looking at Kong Duiyue's pale face and recalling Xie Guangbai's words that his days were numbered, Xu Jinhuan felt a strange pang of kindness.
Well, since this person is going to die anyway, let's fulfill one of his small wishes before he dies, so that he can rest in peace.
Xu Jinhuan released her grip on Kong Duiyue's collar. Actually, she wasn't very comfortable in that position either. Kong Duiyue looked thin, but he was incredibly tall!
No one knows what he ate in the past, but he was much taller than the people around him. Xu Jinhuan had to stand on tiptoe and reach out to grab the back of his neck.
Xu Jinhuan glanced at the people around him, and finally reluctantly tugged at Kong Duiyue's belt, "I'll carry you like this."
As a result, before she could even lead her people, the belt came undone by itself...
It's open?!
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