freenovelworld Chapter 13
Chapter 13
Not to mention friends and feelings, everyone who comes into contact with her has an ulterior motive. The human heart is the most terrifying and complex thing. No one knows to what extent a person can go to achieve their goal. This is a truth she has known since childhood and has kept firmly in mind at all times.
Therefore, one can only assume the worst about a person, so as not to be disappointed by having too high expectations. If the guess is wrong, it is her good fortune; if it is right, she will not feel disappointed, but will simply say that such is human nature.
She had witnessed countless killings, bloodshed and violence, people who would stop at nothing to climb the social ladder, and people who would abandon their humanity to achieve their ultimate goal.
Therefore, she never coveted anything that didn't belong to her.
If I gain it, I am fortunate; if I lose it, it is my fate.
Nothing can be forced.
Therefore, no matter what happens in the future, no matter the reason, she is willing to forgive Liu Qishan unconditionally.
I just hope they don't end up like that.
Looking at Liu Qishan's peaceful sleeping face, Nalan Jingwen smiled, sighed, opened the door and went out.
She hadn't taken a bath in a long time, and although Liu Qishan helped her wipe her body, she still felt uncomfortable.
Now that she's better and not as cold as before, and the ice on the river has long since melted, if she doesn't wash now, when will she?
She didn't fully come back to life until she took a shower.
When Liu Qishan woke up, it was already the next day. He looked confused, but as he felt the cloak covering him, his eyes quickly cleared, and he subconsciously lifted the cloak to look for Nalan Jingwen.
But he sensed something was wrong with his hands. He keenly noticed the fragrance of herbs, his eyes flickered, and he remained seated without moving.
When Nalan Jingwen pushed open the door, this was the scene he saw: the man raised his hand, put it to his nose, and sniffed it lightly, his expression somewhat blank.
Upon seeing this expression, Nalan Jing's heart softened slightly.
"woke up?"
Liu Qishan knew she had come in when he heard the door open, and smiled gently in Nalan Jingwen's direction.
"Thank you for applying the medicine for me."
Nalan Jingwen glanced at it casually and said in a nonchalant tone.
"I only know a few herbs, and since you happened to have some in your basket, I just mixed them together randomly. I don't know if it's right or if it can heal your hand."
Liu Qishan smelled the mixed aroma of herbs. This prescription was not something ordinary people would come into contact with; only those who had studied medicine would know it. So, when he heard Nalan Jingwen's casual words, he just smiled and didn't say anything more.
"Are you hungry? Let's eat."
She handed him the bowl in her hands, but then noticed his hand applying medicine and withdrew it.
"I feed you."
Liu Qishan refused.
"I can do it myself, no need to bother."
He reached out to take the bowl, but Nalan Jingwen dodged it, scooped up a spoonful, and brought it to his lips.
"Sometimes it's okay to show weakness; there's no need to always be strong."
She was implying something, and Liu Qishan could easily understand it, so he stopped refusing, smiled, and opened his mouth.
His sensible and obedient manner pleased Nalan Jingwen, who became more gentle in his actions.
Liu Qishan ate very elegantly, at a leisurely pace, which was extremely pleasing to the eye. Every movement was comfortable to watch. It was hard to imagine what kind of environment could nurture such a refined person.
Soon, the bowl of vegetable porridge was empty. Liu Qishan didn't want to eat anymore, but Nalan Jingwen forced him to eat another bowl. He had lost a lot of weight in recent days, and his already thin body had become even thinner. When I first saw him, his face still had some flesh, but now it had completely disappeared.
"What time is it now?"
"Around 5:15 PM."
Nalan Jingwen glanced at the weather outside and said.
Liu Qishan stood up, intending to leave, but Nalan Jingwen grabbed his wrist, frowning as she asked, "Where are you going?"
“Collecting herbs.”
"Gathering herbs at this hour?"
Liu Qishan pursed his lips in tacit agreement, "I said I would help you."
Nalan Jingwen immediately understood, and with a touch of helplessness, pulled the person back.
"No rush, take your time, it's not a big deal anyway."
She has plenty of time now and is not in a hurry. Even if she can never use her internal energy in this lifetime, it doesn't matter to her.
"But……"
He felt the pressure on his wrist and hesitated.
"Can……"
"obedient."
Nalan Jingwen rarely spoke in such a gentle tone, let alone coaxed people like this, but she subconsciously softened her voice when speaking to Liu Qishan.
Liu Qishan lowered his head, the two words seemed to tickle his ears, making his ear tips a little red and he felt somewhat at a loss.
"it is good."
Nalan Jingwen pulled him down to sit and comforted him, saying, "All you need to do now is rest well, I'll take care of the rest."
She reciprocates the kindness of those who genuinely care for her.
"Let me take your pulse again."
As he spoke, he insisted on taking her hand.
As Nalan Jingwen watched him carefully taking her pulse, something flashed through her mind, and she asked a question.
"Liu Qishan, did you know me before?"
Liu Qishan's hand paused very slightly, then he shook his head slightly.
"Never."
Nalan Jingwen didn't say anything more. It was just a casual question, and she really didn't remember this person.
After taking her pulse and confirming that she had fully recovered, she got up, picked up the bowl, and walked towards the door.
"You rest, I'll go wash the dishes."
With his back turned, he didn't see the stunned and nostalgic look on the man in blue's face.
Nalan Jingwen originally thought Liu Qishan would rest for a few days, but to his surprise, he woke up early the next morning, just like before, his biological clock was frighteningly accurate.
Nalan Jingwen also woke up. Seeing the basket on his back, he sighed and got up as well.
Did I wake you up? Sorry.
She waved her hand, then paused, and replied, "It's not because of you, I just don't want to sleep."
Then he added, "I'll go with you to gather herbs."
Liu Qishan initially refused, but Nalan Jingwen stopped her and agreed to let her come along.
The morning light was just beginning to break, and the sky was still a bit dark. The air was fresh and clean, filled with the scent of morning dew mixed with the fragrance of plants, which made people feel relaxed and refreshed.
Nalan Jingwen took a deep breath, and the lingering morning grumpiness vanished, leaving him feeling quite content.
As she walked, she also kept an eye on the man following beside her.
Seeing that he was indeed able to accurately avoid the obstacles, I was slightly relieved.
I know he has keen senses, but I can't feel at ease until I see it with my own eyes.
"I'm already healed, why do you still need to gather herbs?"
Liu Qishan walked quietly beside her, discerning the path and listening to her words, then replied calmly, "This is the best time to gather herbs. I've been doing this for over a decade, and it's become a habit. It's never a bad thing to have extra on hand."
He paused, then continued, "Besides, I have to go see patients in town. I haven't been there for the past few days, and I'm afraid some people are getting impatient."
Nalan Jingwen was somewhat surprised and raised his eyebrows slightly.
Do you often go to town to treat patients?
"Yes, when I'm at home, I go to nearby towns to treat patients. Sometimes when I get lost, I also go to the nearest town to treat patients."