Xiao Ji's intentions were clear, and Jing Xiuming understood them.
"Secondly, the general had countless opportunities to kill me, but he never did."
Whether out of consideration for his sister or out of good manners, putting everything else aside, the general has the demeanor of a true gentleman.
In this respect, I, a humble commoner, am ashamed to admit my inferiority. After all, if I were a general with the rank and ability, I would surely kill someone like myself without hesitation.
Xiao Ji remained unmoved by such praise.
He only does what he believes is right after careful consideration, and neither praise nor criticism from others can sway his decisions and choices.
A servant brought a teapot, poured a cup of fresh tea, and served it to Jing Xiuming. After thanking him, Jing Xiuming took a sip and then said...
"The general treats my sister very well; he is both a gentleman and a good man."
As soon as he said it, Jing Xiuming closed his eyes and his breathing almost stopped, his heart aching unbearably. When he opened his eyes again, there was still a dull pain in his heart, but he felt relieved.
"I have no way to repay the kindness my sister has shown me. If I can heal the general's wounds, it will be a way to share my burden."
Amidst the pattering spring rain, Jing Xiuming felt an unprecedented sense of ease and relief.
"This humble citizen wishes you both a long and happy life together."
His sister had no feelings for him whatsoever, and he didn't want to make any more pointless attempts to win her back, which would only annoy her, nor did he want to drift further and further apart from her and become like strangers.
Letting go is better for everyone.
and,
Being trapped by his childhood obsessions for the rest of his life was ultimately not what he wanted.
In the afternoon, the rain stopped and the sky cleared.
After a rain shower, the magnificent Princess's Mansion was completely transformed, shining even brighter in the sunlight.
On rainy days, the streets are covered in water stains. Shang Changge usually doesn't like to go out.
The situation was quite ordinary today, so Shang Changge didn't go out. Instead, she stayed in the Mingxuan Palace of the mansion, accompanying a group of physicians to read medical books.
However, Shang Changge didn't make a move; she sat there with her legs crossed, watching like a ruthless killer.
He was holding a cloth in his hand, wiping the black iron longsword half-heartedly.
Making things difficult for someone?
It's just making things difficult for her, since she's free anyway.
What's wrong with her master, who is immune to all poisons and can heal herself from injuries, yet spends a lot of money supporting these doctors, occasionally making things difficult for them?
It was just psychological pressure; there was no real physical harm or killing.
Tsk! She's such a good master, you couldn't find one even with a lantern.
"Greetings, General. The princess is..."
A sudden sound outside startled Shang Changge, who didn't want Xiao Ji to know she cared about his injured left arm.
"hiss."
With a tremor, his finger was cut by the excessively sharp blade of the longsword.
Bright red blood immediately flowed out, staining her delicate skin crimson.
Shang Changge's cries of pain were not loud, but they could be clearly heard in the otherwise silent hall.
Shang Changge glanced at the group of doctors all looking at her, and was about to find an excuse to apply the medicine herself to avoid attracting attention.
The injured hand was taken in and wrapped by a familiar, warm hand, while Xiao Ji's caring and steady voice sounded above his head.
"But did my sudden voice disturb the Princess? I apologize, I should not have made such an intrusive visit."
Instead of asking questions like "How could you be so careless?" which were both concerned and slightly reproachful, he apologized and took responsibility for the incident himself.
Very well, very cleverly, it resolved Shang Changge's slight embarrassment at that moment under the watchful eyes of so many doctors.
Shang Changge's red lips unconsciously curved into a deep smile as she watched Xiao Ji accept the medicine the doctor handed her.
She let Xiao Ji lead her aside, using her proud body to block others' view, and pretended to apply medicine to herself.
It's heartwarming.
I love this man very much.
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