Entering the room, she saw someone lying on the tattered bed, coughing incessantly. Hearing someone enter, he turned his head. His entire face was ashen. His not-so-large eyes bulged unusually from his face. Wu Caiwei had no doubt that if she had arrived a few days later, he would have already departed this world.
The room could be described as bare walls. Such a room appearing in the Wu Estate was somewhat abnormal, and they hadn't seen a single servant in the half-day they had been there.
She looked at her maid and ordered, "Summon all the best doctors in the city. No matter the cost, make sure he recovers."
Just as they arrived, several servants from the Wu Estate followed. Wu Caiwei directly instructed them to tidy up the courtyard and clear the weeds. Having followed her this far, they understood that their master couldn't get the better of her, let alone them. As soon as the County Princess gave her command, they quickly got to work.
By the time the doctors arrived, although the courtyard still looked messy, it wasn't as desolate as when they first saw it.
After taking his pulse, it was not a serious matter. The main issue was that the illness had persisted for too long without timely treatment. With proper recuperation, he would be fine.
Upon hearing this, Master Wu breathed a sigh of relief. Regardless, his life was saved, and even if this matter spread outside, his reputation would not be utterly ruined.
Wu Yuxuan lay on the bed, watching them bustle about, remaining silent. This was mainly because he was too shocked and didn't know what to say. The first time he saw that woman, he thought he was seeing his mother. The two resembled each other so much. He just didn't know what relationship this woman had with his mother.
He didn't feel any ill intentions from her. Perhaps she was here to help him, he thought to himself, while also reviewing all his mother's relatives, unable to find anyone who could make his father so obsequious towards him.
From then on, everyone knew that the County Princess was very protective of the eldest young master. Master Wu and Madam Wu had no choice but to care about him. They even assigned a few trusted servants, used the best furnishings in the room, and replaced the bed and bedding.
As his body gradually improved, Wu Yuxuan became increasingly curious about the County Princess. He believed that nothing in the world came without a reason. Sometimes, he even fantasized whether she could be his lost sister, but then he thought of her status and felt it was impossible.
He and his mother had imagined countless scenarios of how their lost sister would be living, and each imagination brought them unbearable pain. They only prayed that some kind person would take her in, allowing her to live a safe and peaceful life.
Although Wu Caiwei hadn't visited him for some time recently, she sent her personal maid to check on him daily, to see if there were any shortcomings in his care. As it turned out, they were quite satisfactory, having arranged everything.
Wu Caiwei was satisfied, but Master Wu and Madam Wu felt that these past few days had been filled with constant anxiety, living each day in a state of shock. Moreover, the County Princess would point and comment on everything she saw, keeping the household servants extremely busy.
Master Wu had subtly hinted to the Prefect that he should persuade the County Princess to leave, as it was time. However, the Prefect completely avoided his suggestions. It was a joke; he had recently heard rumors about the County Princess. If he were to relay the message and she ended up staying in his residence, wouldn't she turn his home upside down?
One day, as Wu Caiwei walked into the front courtyard, she encountered the second young master, who had returned from outside, drunk and disorderly. Seeing him in that state, Wu Caiwei sarcastically asked, "Where is the second young master returning from?"
The second young master already looked down on her. He had heard that she was originally a maid from the Lin family and had gotten lucky enough to become a County Princess. Yet, she showed no restraint, acting imperiously in their home, as if she were of royal blood. Suddenly, he decided to play a trick on her and said with an evil grin, "The place I went, does the County Princess truly wish to know?"
Wu Caiwei looked at his expression and knew what he was implying. Shrugging, she said indifferently, "Actually, I was just asking casually. Now that you mention it, I know where you've been. In my opinion, of all the people in your household, only the eldest young master is presentable. What a pity that his future was ruined. Otherwise, he could have brought you all along. Relying on you to forge your own paths, I find it difficult. You all are like good-for-nothings, with no ambition, only knowing how to eat, drink, and have fun every day."
Upon hearing this, the second young master's anger flared up. In the past, when Wu Yuxuan was not in trouble, everyone compared the two brothers, belittling him. After Wu Yuxuan's incident and the ruin of his future, he had specifically bought wine and celebrated. From then on, he would be forgotten by others, while he would remain the second young master of the Wu family and eventually become its patriarch. He was immensely proud.
Even after Wu Yuxuan had become that way, someone was still saying he was inferior to him. This again stirred up the fear of being dominated by him. He said somewhat menacingly, "What if he was capable? Isn't he crippled now? No matter how unsuccessful I am, I will still be the future patriarch of the Wu family and live a better life than him."
"Is that so? Then let's wait and see." Wu Caiwei didn't take his words to heart at all. After all, as long as she was here, Wu Yuxuan would not fare badly in the future. As for his leg, she would definitely find time tomorrow to see if it could be treated.
The second young master watched her receding back, filled with hatred. With nowhere to vent his frustration, he kicked a nearby servant boy.
The servant boy gasped in pain but dared not speak. He silently endured.
The next morning, Wu Caiwei arrived at the eldest young master's courtyard. The courtyard looked like the difference between heaven and earth compared to her previous visit. At first, she thought she had gone to the wrong place.
Wu Yuxuan was somewhat happy to see her. From the bottom of his heart, he wanted to interact with her more to find out who she was and what her relationship was with him. However, he still maintained a calm demeanor and bowed, "This commoner greets the County Princess."
"Eldest young master, there is no need for such ceremony." As she spoke, she sat directly in the seat of honor and observed him, smiling. "Looking at the eldest young master, you have recovered. You must have a belly full of questions about who I am and why I am helping you. I suppose you have guessed, but dared not be sure."
Upon hearing this, Wu Yuxuan immediately looked up, his face filled with anticipation. Wu Caiwei did not disappoint him and nodded directly.
Wu Yuxuan's face immediately broke into a wide smile. It is said that men do not shed tears easily, only when their hearts are broken. Tears involuntarily streamed down his cheeks. He did not wipe them away and happily asked, "Have you been well all these years?"
Hearing this, Wu Caiwei became even more pleased with him. If the original owner had not been lost, their relationship would have been extremely deep, as he was a good brother who loved his sister.