Chapter 212: Is Xiao Fu Bao Disliked? The Whole City Loves Me With Their Lives
Chapter 212: Remembering Even in a Feverish State
In the Prince Qi Residence, Suisui’s fever had finally begun to subside, bringing a small sigh of relief from everyone. However, no one dared to relax entirely, as childhood fevers were unpredictable, and a flare-up was always possible. Still, this initial response to the treatment reassured Physician Liu, who had stayed with his two apprentices to monitor her condition closely.
Meanwhile, Concubine Ren was anxiously pacing back and forth, unable to help beyond merely worrying. Noticing Suisui's temperature had come down, she quickly inquired about Concubine Meng's condition.
Just then, Concubine Meng herself entered, her voice carrying over from behind, “I’m fine. I took the medicine, but I couldn’t sleep, so I thought I’d come to check on her.”
The day's events had clearly shaken her, leaving her restless despite taking a calming tonic. Haunted by the memory of a severed head rolling towards the carriage, Concubine Meng doubted she’d find any peace tonight. Concubine Ren, showing concern for Concubine Meng, reminded her to rest, but Concubine Meng sighed. "I can’t sleep. The day’s events keep playing in my mind."
Just as Concubine Meng was about to brush off the frightening memory, a soft, drowsy voice drifted from the bed. "Auntie Meng, don’t worry, you’ll live a long life." Suisui, it seemed, was speaking in her fevered sleep.
Concubine Ren, astonished, rushed to the bedside, only to realize the girl was still unconscious, likely speaking nonsense due to the fever. She lightly brushed Suisui’s flushed cheeks with her handkerchief, unable to hide her concern. Turning to Physician Liu, she asked, “Her fever really has gone down?”
Unbothered by her doubt, Physician Liu nodded. "For now, yes. Her body reacted severely to the cold, which has resulted in intense internal heat. Tonight, however, may still be challenging."
Hearing this, Concubine Ren felt a pang of sorrow for Suisui, her heart aching at the child’s unfortunate fate. She muttered, “Poor child. She’s had to endure so much, even dealing with people who are utterly heartless.”
Concubine Meng, still reeling from Suisui’s kind words, could hardly keep herself together. If she hadn’t been delayed by Suisui, she might have been at the wrong place at the wrong time. Now, even in a feverish state, Suisui’s words of comfort had reduced her to tears.
Trying to be helpful, Concubine Ren muttered, “I always said Suisui was a sincere child. Look at her now, even while feverish, she’s still thinking of you.” Then, with a hint of playful jealousy, she whispered, “But why doesn’t she ever worry about me, that little rascal?”
Though it sounded like a reprimand, her tone was affectionate, revealing her true feelings of care and joy for the child. Her words brought a mix of emotions to Concubine Meng, who could only sniffle and laugh through her tears.
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Turning, Concubine Meng noticed the young masters of the household standing quietly nearby, with only Feng Xuanrui and Feng Xuanbin inside, due to limited space and propriety. The older sons waited outside, their presence showing their concern.
Seeing them, Concubine Meng smiled slightly, then asked, “Did you all skip your studies today?”
Her question was met with a guilty silence. It was clear they had indeed missed their classes. Feng Xuancang, the eldest among them, spoke up respectfully. “Mother, we informed Teacher Shen before coming back.”
With reassurance that their absence had been sanctioned, Concubine Meng relaxed slightly. She didn’t hold high expectations for her sons to excel in both scholarly and martial pursuits but did hope they would at least be self-sufficient and literate.
After discussing the details of the frightening events, Feng Xuancang reassured his mother of her safety, finally feeling relieved. But, seeing her distant expression, he took her hand gently and urged her to rest, saying, “Mother, why don’t you go back to rest? We’re here for her.”
End of Chapter
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