The bad husband wanted to bring his second wife into the house, so I turned around and became his st

Soon, a slight strange noise broke the silence. Lu Shengyuan's face suddenly changed, and a barely noticeable trace of blood flowed from the corner of his mouth.

He quickly covered it with his sleeve, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

Just at this moment, the window frame made a slight sound, and a dark shadow sneaked into the house silently.

Kneeling on one knee, he said in a low and concerned voice: "Prince, you..."

Lu Shengyuan waved his hands, trying to remain calm, with a wry smile on his face.

"It's okay, it's just an old problem. Go check if there's any unusual movement outside, but don't let Madam know."

The black shadow retreated in response, then quickly returned, his eyes full of confusion and worry.

"Madam's love for the prince is as deep as the sea, and she has put a lot of effort into finding the medicine. However... this medicine doesn't seem to be working as expected."

Lu Shengyuan sighed softly, his eyes gentle and profound, as if he was recalling every detail of his time with Lin Wanqing.

"It's a pity that my body has already run out of energy and there's nothing human power can do to save me."

Upon hearing this, the guard felt mixed emotions and his voice was choked with sobs.

"Prince, how can you give up so easily? If my wife knew, she would be heartbroken."

Lu Shengyuan shook his head slightly.

"Life is full of separations, reunions, joys and sorrows. Don't worry about me. Just step back and I'll handle it."

The guard had no choice but to obey, and his figure disappeared into the night again.

Lu Shengyuan sat alone in the room, his mind in turmoil.

He knew his body best and was afraid that his time had come and no medicine could cure him.

However, Wan Qing's strange persistence made him unable to speak out.

Thinking of this, his heart ached and blood flowed from the corner of his mouth again.

He gritted his teeth and forced himself to hold on, not wanting Wan Qing to see him like this.

At the same time, Lin Wanqing was carefully checking the medicinal materials in the pharmacy, fearing that there would be any mistakes.

This medicine is a life-saving straw for Lu Shengyuan, and he cannot be careless at all.

After checking, she was sure that the herbs were correct and felt relieved.

However, when she returned to the room and saw Lu Shengyuan's pale face and blood at the corner of his mouth, her heart tightened.

"Husband! What's wrong with you?"

She walked quickly to the bed and looked at Lu Shengyuan with concern.

Seeing this, Lu Shengyuan shook his head slightly in a weak voice.

"Nothing, just a little uncomfortable, just rest for a while."

Lin Wanqing shook his head upon hearing this.

Lu Shengyuan's expression suddenly became complicated and profound, and there seemed to be an undercurrent surging in his eyes.

The usually gentle lines were replaced by an indescribable fierceness.

He slowly turned his head, his eyes as sharp as blades, staring directly at Lin Wanqing. His voice was soft but carried a force that could not be ignored.

"Wan Qing, what are you planning? Why are you so nice to me? Could it be..."

Lin Wanqing was shocked by this sudden change and took a step back, full of confusion and grievance.

"My dear husband, why do you say that? I just want to save you from danger and spend my life with you."

"Spend this life together?"

Lu Shengyuan sneered, his smile mixed with bitterness and self-mockery.

"This marriage between you and me is nothing more than a marriage of convenience. Why do you have to pretend to be so affectionate? I know you have your own thoughts, but this behavior only makes me feel more ironic."

His words were like ice, each one piercing Lin Wanqing's heart, causing it to sink to the bottom in an instant.

"Husband, you misunderstood. I just need to know that I won't harm you."

"enough!"

Lu Shengyuan interrupted her, his tone revealing unquestionable determination.

"I don't need your sympathy or pity, and I don't want to see your hypocritical face. You don't need to bother with it."

Lin Wanqing narrowed his eyes slightly when he heard this.

The sudden astonishment and grievance were quickly replaced by silence.

She gently raised her hand and smoothed out the non-existent wrinkles on her collar.

"You misunderstood me. I married into your mansion not only out of necessity, but also because after learning about your deeds, I have long admired you. I am willing to weather the storm with you. It is not a temporary measure, but a sincere wish."

She walked slowly to the window, and the moonlight shone on her beautiful face, adding a touch of softness and toughness.

"Besides, how do you know you can't recover? The doctor still has a way to save you, so how can you give up so easily?"

A hint of determination flashed in Lu Shengyuan's eyes.

"Between you and me, we should just treat each other with respect. There's no need to go to such great lengths to pretend to be affectionate. I appreciate your kindness, but I can't bear this level of love."

After saying that, he slowly stood up, staggering slightly, but still insisting on not falling down.

Lin Wanqing took a step forward and wanted to lend a hand, but Lu Shengyuan gently dodged her.

His movements were light, but they were filled with a determination that could not be refused.

"Since you and I are both actors in a play, we should know when to enter and when to withdraw."

After saying that, he turned around and walked towards the door step by step, although his steps were slow but extremely firm.

Lin Wanqing stood there in a daze, looking at the figure gradually moving away, feeling mixed emotions.

The maid Pei'er tiptoed into the house.

Seeing Lin Wanqing standing in front of the window, his figure looked particularly lonely, and his heart tightened.

"Miss, why did your uncle suddenly leave? What happened?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqing slowly turned around, but her tone was unusually calm: "Pei'er, he suspected that I had some ill intentions and said that he wanted to draw a clear line between us and treat each other with respect from now on."

When Pei'er heard this, her face changed suddenly. The candlestick in her hand trembled slightly, and the candlelight flickered, reflecting on her astonished face.

"This... How is this possible? Miss, how good you are to your son-in-law is obvious to everyone in the mansion. How could he misunderstand you like this?"

Lin Wanqing sighed softly.

"People's hearts are hard to predict. Perhaps I was too persistent, which made him suspicious. But no matter what, I have no regrets."

Pei'er hurried forward, holding Lin Wanqing's hands tightly with both hands, her eyes full of worry and determination.

"Miss, don't be afraid. No matter how your uncle treats you, you still have Pearl."

Lin Wanqing also felt a little helpless.

"Pei'er, I'm not afraid. I'm just worried that Lu Shengyuan will be in poor health and die young."

Pei'er looked at Lin Wanqing's deep eyes, feeling very confused.

She gently patted the back of Lin Wanqing's hand.

"Miss, although I cannot fully understand your intentions, I know that everything you do must have your reasons. However, if your son-in-law does not understand your painstaking efforts, wouldn't you be doing yourself too much injustice?"

Lin Wanqing smiled slightly.

"His doubts are unreasonable. However, the most important thing right now is to find a way to heal his body. Otherwise, no matter how hard we try, it will be in vain."

A hint of worry flashed in Pearl's eyes.

"Miss, you are absolutely right. If Lord Lu Shengyuan were to make a mistake, the situation in the mansion would change drastically. I'm afraid that Prince Lu Sheng would seize power. Then Miss's situation would become even more difficult."

After that, she gently advised: "It's late at night, Miss, you should rest early, your health is important."