Rebirth: Contract Husband Falls in Love with Me-Chapter 591 - 307: Liuyan’s Plea for Help

Having lived a lifetime already, she did not fear death, but there was a reluctance in her heart to just pass away like this. She couldn’t bear to leave her husband, the husband she now longed for incessantly, with whom she yearned deeply. Even if she was to die, she wished to see him one last time.

However, she had not dared to reveal her true identity to Mrs. Zhao in some devilment of the moment, and now she was even more afraid to do so. The persistence of Mrs. Zhao and Zhao Qi filled her with fear; she knew that if she were to disclose her real identity now, it might bring calamity upon Shi Fengju, and that was a risk she couldn’t take.

Yuanyang saw that her demeanor was listless once more and couldn’t help but feel some disdain in her heart, thinking to herself how truly ungrateful Miss Wan was. The Young Master was such a good person, and his feelings for her were clear even to a blind person. She thought Miss Wan had surely made enough of a pretense by now, yet she still kept up the act. What was the point!

"Miss, you haven’t drunk tea for a while now. Have a sip to moisten your throat!" Just before leaving the house, Yuanyang poured a cup of tea and presented it to her with a solicitous smile.

"It’s you who are thoughtful!" Sang Wan smiled, taking the cup and drank half of it.

Yuanyang took the remaining tea and set it aside, helping her downstairs.

Zhao Qi had been waiting eagerly with his hands behind his back by the corridor, looking toward the direction of the stairs for her; seeing her approach, he couldn’t hide his elation, his eyes brightened a bit and he greeted her with a smile, "Miss Wan!"

"Young Master!" Sang Wan curtsied and saluted.

"Let’s go! The camellias in the West Garden are in full bloom, they are all famous varieties from Dali! You might like them once you see them!" Zhao Qi said with a smile.

Sang Wan nodded and smiled, then headed out along with him.

Who would have known that before they reached the West Garden, Sang Wan suddenly stopped in her tracks, the sunlight before her eyes flashing blindingly bright, a whirl of dazzle and dimness, the world spinning around her, and with a sway, she fell backward.

Before she slipped into unconsciousness, she heard Zhao Qi cry out in a panic, "Miss Wan!", and then she collapsed into the embrace of some powerful arms. The unfamiliar male scent made her realize who it was; she wanted to struggle, but her body lacked any strength at all, and her eyes closed, completely losing consciousness.

When Sang Wan woke up, she was already lying in her room in the Emerald Pavilion. Her head still felt heavily muddled, she tried hard to open her eyes, but her eyelids were like a thousand pounds heavy, refusing to open no matter what.

The house had very slight sounds, cautious and gentle, but she could feel there were quite a few people around.

"What exactly happened? Just say it! Don’t beat around the bush and be cryptic with me, just speak clearly!" Zhao Qi’s voice sounded, displaying profound impatience.

Then Mrs. Zhao’s voice hastily advised, "Qi’er, don’t be anxious. If you pressure Dr. Ruan like this, even if he has something to say, he will be afraid to speak! Dr. Ruan, Miss Wan was all right before, how could she suddenly faint? Please, just say it, how can she be awakened!"

Dr. Ruan, intimidated by Zhao Qi’s shouting, initially wanted to give a roundabout explanation but didn’t dare after hearing his words, and quickly bowed, "Madam, Young Master, please don’t worry! This lady has some coldness accumulated within her body, and now it has manifested and she couldn’t endure it, that’s why she fainted. After I apply some acupuncture, and then prescribe a few doses of medicine to be taken daily, she should recover after a few days of careful nursing and a light diet! Madam, Young Master, rest assured, there’s no serious issue, no serious issue at all!"

"That’s good! That’s good!" Mrs. Zhao said hurriedly, "Qi’er, did you hear that? Miss Wan will be alright! Miss Wan is blessed with good fortune, she will surely turn misfortune into a blessing!"

"Then what are we waiting for? Hurry up with the acupuncture!" Zhao Qi ignored Mrs. Zhao’s words, glaring at Dr. Ruan.

"Yes, yes, this official will prepare right away! Please, Madam and Young Master, could you step aside—" Dr. Ruan said.

"Step aside for what!" Zhao Qi said irritably, "I’ll stay right here. You do your work, and I won’t disturb you! But be gentle and don’t hurt Miss Wan!"

Step aside? As if he was joking, Zhao Qi thought. Even though you are an imperial doctor, you are also a man. Miss Wan is of heavenly beauty. How can I be at ease if I step aside?

"This—" Dr. Ruan looked imploringly at Mrs. Zhao, who returned a wry smile and an apologetic look, leaving Dr. Ruan no choice but to reluctantly agree.

Once gold needles, medicinal wine, and clean cotton cloth were prepared, and the needles were sterilized by the lamp, Dr. Ruan began to apply acupuncture to Sang Wan’s chest, abdomen, neck, and other areas.

Amidst the sharp pains, Sang Wan’s breathing hitched, and she fainted once again.

When she woke up again, there were lamps lit in the house, and under the shimmering light, Zhao Qi’s eyes were exceptionally bright, with a soft glow on his smiling face. He was sitting on a stool in front of her bed, and upon seeing her come around, he couldn’t hide his joy and eagerly said with a smile, "Miss Wan, you have finally awakened! Are you feeling better? Are you still uncomfortable?"