"Here, the arrow that injured you. See if there are any useful clues."
Feng Jin handed the arrow from the desk to Ling Mohan. After pulling it out, she kept it, in case it could offer any clues.
Ling Mohan examined the arrow in his hand. Its body was black, without any markings. It seemed this group of assassins had come prepared and acted cleanly, leaving not a trace behind.
"I can't tell anything. Keep it for now. It might be useful someday."
After speaking, Ling Mohan returned the arrow to Feng Jin's hand, sighed slightly, and closed his eyes again.
"I've temporarily sealed off the news of your injury. What's your next move?"
"I'll plead illness and recuperate. Don't the assassins want me to stay out of things? In that case, I'll grant their wish. Let Chu Chenyi handle the rest for now."
He was already in such a state, so it was a good opportunity to rest properly. As for other matters, he would let Chu Chenyi handle them for the time being. Chu Chenyi's good days were almost over.
The turn of fortune meant it was time for someone else to do the unpleasant work, and for him to enjoy some peace.
"Leaving everything to Chu Chenyi... is that really alright?"
Feng Jin's tone was full of worry. She truly doubted Chu Chenyi's ability to handle matters, especially with Lin Yuwei newly pregnant. She feared he might get distracted by these events and mess up the important tasks, leading to a complete failure after all their efforts.
"If he can't even handle this, then he has no business participating in the succession. He might as well give up his royal status and become a commoner."
He was confident in Chu Chenyi's capabilities. Especially since this matter was of great importance, Chu Chenyi would not slack off in the slightest. He could rest assured.
Ling Mohan reached out and held Feng Jin's hand, comforting her softly, "Don't worry, everything will be fine. If you don't trust Ling Mohan, can't you trust me?"
The man's words eased Feng Jin's tense nerves slightly. A faint smile curved her lips, "Of course, I trust you. As long as you're here, I feel very at ease."
Feng Jin leaned gently against his side, feeling an inexplicable sense of peace. Only she knew how her heart had clenched the moment she saw Ling Mohan injured, making her feel pain even in her breathing.
Only after confirming Ling Mohan was unharmed did her anxiously hanging heart finally settle.
"Rest for a while. I'll make you something light to eat when you wake up."
After taking good care of Ling Mohan, Feng Jin got up to leave. As soon as she opened the door, she bumped into Cai Qing, who was running over with tears streaming down her face.
"What's wrong? Why are you crying so much? What happened?"
Feng Jin quickly supported Cai Qing, wiping the tears from her face. What could have happened to make her cry like this?
Cai Qing rubbed her face haphazardly with her hand, tightly gripping Feng Jin's hand, and said with a choked sob, "Madam... Madam, Lu Shi has... fainted again. Madam, please save him... save him."
"Don't worry, I'll go take a look."
Feng Jin's heart lurched. She hurried outside.
Upon arrival, she quickly examined Lu Shi. Feng Jin placed her hand on Lu Shi's wrist.
"Madam, how is he? Is he... is he going to be alright?"
Cai Qing stood nearby, pacing anxiously like an ant on a hot pan. Her heart was clenched tight, her hands nervously rubbing her palms, which were slick with sweat. Her gaze was fixed on Lu Shi, who lay on the bed.
"He's fine... he just fainted from exhaustion. Let him sleep soundly. When he wakes up, give him something liquid to eat first. Don't let him eat too much. He fainted from overexertion. If he eats too much, it will strain his digestive system, and his stomach will suffer."
"I've noted it all down, Madam."
Cai Qing finally breathed a sigh of relief after confirming Lu Shi was out of danger. It was just a false alarm.
"Take good care of him. I'll be going now."
She was exhausted from the whole day, rushing between Ling Mohan and Lu Shi. Even a machine couldn't handle it. She truly had no energy left to care for Lu Shi.
She had to leave him to Cai Qing's care. With Cai Qing's meticulous attention, there was nothing to worry about.
Feng Jin walked to the doorway, then turned back to Cai Qing as if remembering something, "When Lu Shi wakes up, if he feels uncomfortable anywhere, call me again."
"Yes, Madam. I've noted it all down."
Cai Qing nodded solemnly, keeping Feng Jin's words in mind. After seeing Feng Jin off, she returned to Lu Shi's bedside to keep watch.
Lu Shi slept for a good four to five hours before waking. He groggily opened his eyes, his thoughts gradually returning. He tried to push himself up.
The moment he moved, Cai Qing, who had just returned to the room, pushed him back onto the bed. "You have injuries, young master. Madam instructed that you must not move recklessly and should rest well in bed."
"What about the Young General? How is the Young General?"
Lu Shi asked anxiously, eager to know Ling Mohan's condition.
"The Young General is fine. He's out of danger. Madam is taking care of him, so don't worry. You've fainted twice now, and you need to rest properly. Lie down quickly!"
Cai Qing helped Lu Shi lie back down and brought over the congee she had just prepared.
"Madam came to check on you earlier and said you should eat liquid food first. Your stomach is too weak to eat much now. Just have a few mouthfuls to tide you over."
She meticulously remembered Feng Jin's instructions and had only brewed some plain congee for Lu Shi to eat simply.
"I can do it myself."
As Lu Shi raised his hand to take the bowl, he accidentally pulled on the wound on his arm, his eyebrows twisting in pain.
"Alright, stop pretending to be tough. I'll feed you."
Cai Qing fed Lu Shi a few mouthfuls. Despite being so injured, he still insisted on being strong.
Lu Shi gazed dazedly at Cai Qing's fair face. When their eyes met, he quickly averted his gaze, looking flustered and constantly dodging her gaze.
"Um... you should rest now. If there's nothing else, I'll be going."
Cai Qing hurriedly stood up, placing the bowl on the desk, and was about to walk out.