Chapter 470 - Chapter 470: Chapter 477: Not a Fool (1/2)

Chapter 470: Chapter 477: Not a Fool

Although the Military Doctor internally complained, there were some things he could not speak of, especially in front of his master. Thus, he respectfully said, “In reply to My Lord, the wound from the knife on Liu Zuoling is indeed very deep, but fortunately, it did not damage any vital organs. As long as the bleeding is stopped in time, the wound is stabilized, and he is well-cared for, there should be no threat to his life.”

“That is good to hear. Military Doctor, please ensure Liu Zuoling’s injury is well treated. Whatever is needed, I shall have people cooperate with you.”

“Understood, I will see to it,” was the doctor’s response, his hands moving swiftly. It was at this moment that the Medicine Boy arrived, working efficiently with him to extract the knife, stop the bleeding, and apply the medicine on Liu Kuan.

Lying on the Bed, Liu Kuan felt dizzy from the blood loss, but he did not forget to observe everyone’s reactions and expressions. He was satisfied with the outcome, although today’s events had not unfolded as he had planned and he had paid a certain price. Nonetheless, the results were good.

From Liu Xiu’s reaction today, it was evident that he did not just harbor a little suspicion towards him. Even if the assassination of him and Chen Chu was more likely the work of Yin Shi, if Liu Xiu continued to harbor such suspicions, his future would be bleak. Moreover, there was Han Yu, watching him like a tiger ready to pounce at any moment. The charade earlier ensured that, whether Liu Xiu truly believed him or pretended to, without any evidence, he could not be touched, and he had to maintain an appearance of trust on the surface. Otherwise, it would dishearten his colleagues. After all, his willingess to die to prove his innocence was seen by everyone.

Though Liu Kuan lay on the bed seriously injured and being treated by the Military Doctor, there was also Chen Chu. However, things had reached a point where it was no longer possible to continue as planned. Liu Xiu could only disperse everyone for the time being and promised to find the culprit behind the assassinations of Chen Chu and Liu Kuan.

As he listened to Liu Xiu’s promise, Yin Shi felt particularly uneasy, yet he had to maintain a composed facade. It was then that Han Yu spoke up.

“My Lord, we must find the person who attempted to assassinate Advisor Chen and Liu Zuoling, but we must also proceed with caution. Since we have already fallen into the enemy’s trap once, we cannot allow the same thing to happen again. Otherwise, it would be a disservice to the life-threatening efforts of Liu Zuoling,” Han Yu said. Though he did not like Yin Shi, a traitor was not the same as an adversary.

With a formidable enemy ahead, even Yin Shi could set aside his prejudices to offer his utmost assistance in all matters, avoiding petty schemes. Han Yu, too, was not one to lack perspective—at such a time, they needed to prioritize dealing with traitors. Yin Shi’s underhanded methods were deplorable, but his ultimate goal was for the benefit of their side. At this moment, they were colleagues and needed each other’s support.

“What do you mean by that, General Han? Are you perhaps feeling guilty and thus do not wish for My Lord to thoroughly investigate the matter?” The situation had changed, and this time Chen Chu spoke with confidence, no longer harboring the previous fear he felt towards Han Yu. Liu Kuan had risked his life to create this favorable situation, and even a fool like Chen Chu knew to seize it.

“Mr. Chen, can you not understand the meaning behind my words? When have I ever obstructed My Lord? I only hope that he proceeds with caution. If the enemy’s aim is to divide us through internal strife, then how could the assassination of Mr. Chen and Liu Zuoling not possibly be another trap set by the enemy forces?”