Chapter 797 - 799: Chu Hai’s Decoy Strategy?
Xiaoning’s little face was getting paler, her frail body seemed to sway as if about to collapse. She clenched the waist pendant in her palm, pinching it so tightly that wrinkles appeared on its surface. Her fingernails were digging into flesh, nearly drawing blood from her soft hand. Yet she was unaware of it, standing there in silence, tears flowing down her cheeks.
Bai Ruozhu sneered secretly, anyone who saw them might think she was bullying a young girl. Moreover, some might argue that considering her brother’s attractiveness, it was only natural for some to have hidden feelings for him and it wouldn’t be a big deal if he took a concubine. However, she didn’t want her brother to be entrapped by some scheming woman, nor the family reputation tarnished like that.
It was about time, so she told Xiaoning to get back to work. Xiaoning dried her tears, looking both fragile and strong. If Bai Ruozhu were a man, she might have felt some sympathy and affection.
When she returned home, she said to her big brother, laughing, "That girl is quite smart, I tried to help her consider a good match but she stubbornly refused, saying she wanted to spend a few more years with her father. I reminded her to keep her belongings safe in case someone picked them up with the intention to accuse her, which would disrupt her plans to stay with her father."
Bai Zehao was steady and straightforward, but not foolish. He understood Bai Ruozhu’s hint. If Xiaoning wanted to spend more time with her father, she should be careful about giving her things to strange men. He admired his sister the most and started to have some doubts about Xiaoning, but his kind nature made him willing to believe that Xiaoning did not have any ulterior motives.
After chatting with her brother, Bai Ruozhu went to sister-in-law’s room to examine her pulse. Wan Caiyue was currently in excellent health, following Bai Ruozhu’s medical advice. Both mother and unborn child were in good condition, so there seemed to be little risk during birth.
Wan Caiyue was sewing clothes for the baby, surrounded by a maternal glow. The room was filled with a tranquil aura. Even Bai Ruozhu couldn’t help but stare, her sister-in-law looked so beautiful in that state. She never wanted such a lovely woman to receive any harm.
"I’m going to check on the nourishing soup I made for your brother," said Wan Caiyue, putting down the needlework and getting up, about to leave the room.
Bai Ruozhu quickly reached out to support her arm, chiding, "There are kitchen maids to take care of it. Why should you bother doing it yourself?"
Wan Caiyue smiled shyly, "Anyway, I can’t always sit. I consider it as some exercise."
Bai Ruozhu did not deny that. She had advised Caiyue to move more and take walks, to avoid potential difficulties in childcare.
Chatting with Zhang Liliang, Bai Zehao saw Wan Caiyue coming out, hurriedly got up to support her, with a warm smile on his face. "Be careful, Caiyue, watch your feet even though it’s our own yard," he said.
Seeing this, Bai Ruozhu immediately stepped back, turned to Zhang Liliang, and suggested, "Uncle Zhang, I have something to discuss with you. Let’s go to the main room."
Zhang Liliang understood and walked away with Bai Ruozhu, leaving the space for the young couple. Wan Caiyue was perceptive and realized what Bai Ruozhu and the others intended. She blushed and mildly chided Bai Zehao, "Look, now they’re laughing at us."
"Hehe, what’s there to laugh at? Loving my wife is my duty. If I don’t love you, my sweet little sister would get upset with me," Bai Zehao thought about how Bai Ruozhu almost lost connect with him because of the waist pendant yesterday.
Wan Caiyue blushed and giggled, feeling that she was really lucky to have married into such a wonderful family.
Bai Ruozhu was talking to Zhang Liliang about Fresh Soup Powder inside the house. The output of the Fresh Soup Powder had increased, and Zhang Liliang was worried that if someone imitates it, the price would definitely be affected. So he believed they should make as much money as they can while they could. However, Bai Ruozhu instructed him that no matter how much they increased production, they should prioritize quality, and even make it better over time.
Just as they were talking, there were urgent knocks at the door, "Is Sister Bai at home? Please open the door, I beg you to save Brother Han!" Diao Yao’s voice, filled with tears and anxiety, came from outside. It seemed that something really bad had happened.
Bai Ruozhu stood up, calling out to Chen Feng, "Go and check what’s happening."
Before He could respond, Diao Yao rushed into the yard carrying Chu Han. She had exceptional strength, bearing Chu Han who was much taller than her without any signs of exhaustion.
"Sister Bai, please check on Brother Han. He took a test antidote and couldn’t get rid of the poison. He’s in critical condition!" Diao Yao yelled.
Bai Ruozhu was taken aback, walked out of the house, and saw Chu Han, whose face was ashen in Diao Yao’s arms. His breathing was shallow and weak.
Lives were at stake, so she didn’t dare to delay. In a hurry, she said, "Diao Yao, carry him into the main hall."
With surprising ease, Diao Yao carried Chu Han into the Bai Family’s Main Hall and placed him on the soft lounge.
Bai Ruozhu felt skeptical whether Chu Han was practicing the Decoy Strategy. But, without any certainty and seeing Diao Yao crying like a mess, Bai Ruozhu could not just stand aside and do nothing. She quickly took out her silver needle and sealed some of Chu Han’s major acupoints, forbidding the poison from entering his Heart Meridian. After a while, Chu Han’s breath became slightly smoother, but his face was still pale, and he was still unconscious.
"What kind of poison did he take? Why would he test poison on himself?" Bai Ruozhu asked angrily. As a doctor, she was extremely disgusted with people who did not value their own lives. Much like her discontent for the Bihai Sect who purposely injured two disciples for the competition.
Diao Yao cried uncontrollably, "I don’t know. When I heard the noise and went over, he had already collapsed. Before falling unconscious he said that he had tried to cure a poison on himself, but it seemed like he couldn’t decipher it."
Bai Ruozhu took Chu Han’s pulse again, it was obvious that he had taken an antidote. However, the efficacy was very weak, and it was already suppressed by the poison.
"So what now? If it doesn’t work, we can exchange blood. I am willing to give mine to Brother Han, he once saved my life, it’s time for me to return the favor." Diao Yao wiped away her tears and said determinedly.
Bai Ruozhu lips twitched, "I don’t know how to exchange blood, and this poison is extremely fierce. It’s about to attack his Heart Meridian. Even if we could exchange blood, it’s useless. You’d just be risking your life for nothing, and if he woke up and knew about it, he’d just feel guilty."
Dawn Wind, standing by the side, coldly added, "Where are the elders of your Bihai Sect? Did you two sneak out alone? Our lady doesn’t have a antidote. It’s already gracious of her to save his life. You’d better find your elder to help instead."
Diao Yao’s eyes lit up when she heard this, "Right, I’ll go to Elder Wu. Sister, please take care of Brother Han for a few days." She did not wait for Bai Ruozhu to respond and rushed away like a gust of wind.