Chapter 219 - Chapter 219: Chapter 129: Trembling with Fear (2/2)
Seeing Sikong Ling’s behavior, Grandma Chen felt even more uncomfortable and did her best to block his line of sight, which lowered her opinion of him. She had initially thought that such a celestial-like young master, with his refined manners, would be well versed in proper conduct and aware of the need for propriety, yet here he was, doting upon their lady and staring at her so intently.
Having taken the shortcut towards the Su Mansion, Han Yu had calculated that he should have caught up with Su Wenyue’s carriage quickly. Little did he expect to find the road blocked halfway there, with a wooden wheel cart carrying timber overturned, the logs strewn across the path, and other carriages impeding progress. The road was narrow to begin with, and now it was utterly impassable.
Usually, this route was so deserted that one might not encounter a soul half the day, but today, of all days, there seemed to be an intentional obstruction. Han Yu felt suspicious, yet he couldn’t be certain. Turning back would not only require a detour but also waste precious time, leaving him with no choice but to find a way to clear the road quickly.
Sikong Ling brought Su Wenyue to the front gate of the Su Mansion and watched her enter, yet he didn’t go far. Instead, he had the servant driving the carriage find a spot to wait.
These past few days, Madam Su had gone gray worrying about her Eldest Son’s troubles. It was only in the last few days, as his injuries finally showed signs of healing, that she allowed herself a breath of relief. With her daughter-in-law taking care, who would expect a servant suddenly reporting her Daughter’s return?
Madam Su was startled, “Why come back to her mother’s family instead of resting at home during pregnancy?”
Even as she said this, An Family’s Madam knew her daughter was concerned for her son. Despite their request for secrecy, it seemed there had been a slip. Considering the strong bond between her daughter and son, she was somewhat comforted and proud, yet also worried about her Daughter’s seven, almost eight months’ pregnancy—whether she could handle such strain.
Upon arrival at the Su Mansion, Su Wenyue proceeded towards Su Hengyi’s residence. News had already reached him, and Su Hengyi awaited her with brows deeply furrowed. What was wrong with his brother-in-law? Hadn’t they agreed not to worry his younger sister, yet she had found out somehow? His sister, nearly eight months pregnant, shouldn’t be undergoing such stress—it was too troubling.
With these thoughts, Su Hengyi immediately went out to welcome her at the entrance of the courtyard.
“Big brother, how are you? Are your injuries better?” Su Wenyue felt a huge relief upon seeing Su Hengyi, reassured that Aunt Li hadn’t lied to her. If her big brother really wasn’t badly hurt, he wouldn’t be out and about. Before, she was afraid Aunt Li might lie just to keep her from worrying, so she scrutinized Su Hengyi from head to toe.
“It seems big brother’s injuries aren’t serious. That’s good.” Su Wenyue spoke these words more to herself, not waiting for Su Hengyi to respond.
However, Su Hengyi read a lot into her statement and, noticing the meek Grandma Chen trailing behind Su Wenyue, unwilling to speak out, realized his little sister must be upset.
“Don’t worry. The injuries were not severe to begin with, just a little frightening because of the bleeding, but no vital parts were harmed. But why did you rush back like this? You’re practically a mother now; why so impulsive?” Su Hengyi couldn’t help but be scared when he saw his little sister so tremulously holding her large stomach and couldn’t contain his admonishment.
“Big brother, my stomach hurts.”