The Departed Soul

The Ninth Prince saved her and even brought the imperial physician and some elixirs.

How should one interpret this gesture?

Since Nanli's injuries were not severe, the final decision was left to the Dowager, who placed the Resurrection Pill aside, allowing Nanli to make her own choice upon awakening.

Lady Shen stayed behind to keep watch, and soon everyone dispersed.

After a night had passed, Chu Shuo also woke up. However, as soon as he opened his eyes, he rushed into Aunt Qian's arms, crying and saying that he was hungry.

At that moment, Aunt Qian hadn't noticed anything amiss and quickly ordered the maidservants to prepare some food. Little did she know that Chu Shuo didn't use chopsticks and instead reached out with his hand.

"Chuo'er, use the chopsticks. What's wrong with you?" Aunt Qian exclaimed.

Chu Shuo, with something in his mouth, stared blankly at Aunt Qian, seemingly contemplating what chopsticks were.