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As evening approached, the gloomy weather finally cleared. The flurry of snowflakes paused with the appearance of the sunset in the west, casting a rosy glow across the sky. Despite the sun resembling a yolk, it could not be prevented from sinking behind the mountains.
Following Xiao Yu'er's advice, Luzi had not been idle either, vigorously drinking hot water all afternoon. It is said that water can dispel fire, and it surprisingly also chased away the cold. What was initially thought to be an ailment that required medication seemed to vanish after a few trips to the restroom. Now, aside from a slight stuffiness in his nose, his fever had subsided.
Truly miraculous!
In high spirits, Luzi sighed contentedly while gazing at the white snow-capped mountains from the gate. There, the sun mingled with the red hues of sunset, creating a stunning landscape that instantly crystallized into an exquisitely tranquil winter scene. A sense of calm began to wash over him; it was beautiful!
Amidst this spontaneous admiration, several black dots suddenly appeared against the golden yolk of the sun, resembling ink splatters on a watercolor painting. After a brief pause, they cascaded down into a black ink line, bringing life to the entire scene.
It was the Zhao Army's cavalry following closely behind! They arrived quite swiftly!
Upon discovering the enemy's presence, Luzi did not panic. He calculated the distance between this contingent of Zhao Army and their current cabin. Optimistically estimating that if all went well, the Zhao cavalry would reach them in less than two hours. The brothers who had gone out to scout would likely return soon; it seemed they needed to prepare for departure!
He called back the brothers stationed at four lookout points to gather their belongings and erase any traces they could. After ensuring everything was in order, he and Xiao Yu'er sat quietly inside, waiting for everyone to return.
Upon hearing that the Zhao Army was about to arrive, Xiao Yu'er clearly became restless. She glanced around anxiously as if sitting on pins and needles. They were infantry while what was approaching were all cavalry. Even leaving now felt like they were moving too slowly; why weren’t they hurrying to escape!?
Luzi, however, appeared completely unconcerned. The pursuers had taken so long to catch up; it seemed they were only following intermittent tracks. This meant that the traps set along their route were still effective. There were some knowledgeable individuals within this Zhao Army, but not entirely so. Given this situation, leading them along slowly was just fine.
"The healer's methods are truly peculiar! I thought it would take several days for my cold to improve, yet it settled down in just one afternoon."
Hearing this calm and steady voice immediately quieted Xiao Yu'er. She placed her already packed bundle on the table and felt relieved. She trusted this man before her; no matter the reason, she was willing to believe in him. Perhaps this is what people often refer to as trust—being willing to believe in someone even when facing life-and-death situations.
In truth, it didn't matter much; no one could live forever. If... at this moment outside their door they were surrounded by enemies... dying in the arms of someone you love might be another form of happiness!
"Of course, we shouldn't use medicine when it's not necessary! Medicine can be harmful, and that's a well-known fact!"
Luzi heard Xiao Yu'er's voice becoming steadier and nodded secretly. It seemed she was indeed a good seedling; if she could receive guidance from a good teacher, her future would be limitless!
A good seedling must have talent as a prerequisite, but there is an underlying condition: a good mindset must be the foundation. Without this foundation, having talent becomes insignificant.
"We're in the middle of a battle; the rain of arrows is very dangerous. Just a moment ago, this person was fine, and in the blink of an eye, they're gone!"
Xiao Yu'er shrugged nonchalantly and laughed, "Since it's so dangerous, what gives you the right to come here? Besides, you're my patient! If you recover your health, I wouldn't care to follow you!"
Luzi smiled and nodded, taking a pair of hands that were almost frozen and placing them against her chest. "What if I can never get better?"
"Then you'll have to stay with me for life! How could this divine doctor be so incompetent..." As Xiao Yu'er was speaking, she suddenly realized something. Her cheeks flushed red with embarrassment as she tried to pull her hand away but was unsuccessful.
Seeing the shivering figure, Luzi abandoned the idea of pulling her into an embrace and took off her thick cloak to drape it over Xiao Yu'er. "You've really gone through a lot; thank you!"
"Cough! Cough!" A voice came from outside as Wang Jian pushed the door open. Seeing Xiao Yu'er standing up, he said to Luzi, "General, showing affection is fine, but once the Imperial Command arrives, you'll be officially married."
Hearing this, Luzi felt embarrassed and quickly waved her hand to change the subject. "What's happening outside?"
Wang Jian had intended to inform them about discovering Zhao Army's pursuers but noticed that the room was already tidied up. "We need to leave immediately; is there any issue with the general's health?"
When Luzi had a high fever earlier, everyone had already dispersed to search for targets, so they didn't know that Brother had just arrived. Xiao Yu'er was about to mention this but saw Luzi shake her head and quickly changed her words. "No problem! We can go!"
Wang Jian nodded in understanding and quickly called two brothers to tidy up inside the house, then stepped aside to let Luzi and Xiao Yu'er go out first.
As Luzi walked into the courtyard, he noticed that the number of returning people was insufficient and suggested waiting a bit longer. Although the Zhao Army's Cavalry was fast, they wouldn't arrive immediately.
Wang Jian glanced towards the setting sun and said, "I have already sent someone to look along the way. I believe they can intercept Li Xin and his group on the road. We don't have time; we must leave this place immediately!"
As for where to retreat? Anywhere but towards the east would do! The Zhao Army's Cavalry was coming from the west.
In the past, traversing this distance would have been a piece of cake. Now, however, his calves felt stiff, and he stumbled as he walked! Luzi gritted his teeth and pressed on, not uttering a word despite his heavy breathing. Their group consisted entirely of infantry, while the Zhao Army was composed entirely of cavalry. Thanks to the difficult snowy terrain and the effectiveness of their formation, otherwise, he believed they would have already been caught up by now!
Every path seemed treacherous; they could only traverse through mountains and forests. This method of travel left Luzi feeling utterly exhausted. Beads of sweat dripped down, each drop seemingly draining his strength.
During a break, Luzi sat on the ground and felt reluctant to get up. Noticing that the brothers on watch nearby were not paying attention to them, he quietly said to Xiao Yu'er, "At my age, I’m already old and frail. You’re still young; don’t worry about me. If I happen to die here in these deep mountains and forests, it’ll save you from having to guard..."
Xiao Yu'er quickly raised a hand to cover his mouth, looking at Luzi's extremely weak face. Tears suddenly filled her eyes as she pulled out a small knife from her pocket and waved it solemnly. Standing straight, she said, "Don’t say such things! If that day really comes, I won’t live alone either!"
Hearing those resolute words, Luzi instantly forgot his fatigue. "Please don’t take it seriously; I was just joking! This young master once had someone read my fortune; I’m destined for longevity!"
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