In the afternoon, Xie Zhuzhou took a very satisfying nap in Wen Shuming's guest room. Although it was in the countryside, his house was very picturesque. It wasn't a villa, but an ordinary yet cozy courtyard.
" Little Yan, aren't you off today? Why are you still working overtime?"
The moment he stepped out the door, he seemed to see a Chu Yanzhang he had never seen before—quiet, indifferent, and with a calm gaze.
He's still very handsome, but this Little Yan also seems to have a lot of charm, which is amazing.
That's true; no one laughs from morning till night.
Chu Yanzhang's gaze softened. He put down his work, stood up, and walked towards him. "I just had some unimportant documents to deal with. Are you cold?"
Seeing that Xie Zhuzhou was only wearing a long-sleeved shirt and his coat was probably still in the room, he took off his own coat and draped it over Xie Zhuzhou's shoulders.
What did Xie Zhuzhou find strange?
"I'm not cold."
"It's cold, it'll get cold soon."
Xie Zhuzhou was already prone to anger, and as Chu Yanzhang's face drew closer, he felt like a boiling kettle about to explode.
His wife is so beautiful!
We used to be very close, but it didn't feel like this at all back then...
Looking at Xie Zhuzhou's adorable appearance, Chu Yanzhang refrained from kissing him, because this was, after all, someone else's home.
Xie Zhuzhou never felt that time flew by so quickly before, but today it has passed by quietly.
That evening, the two set off home, expecting a peaceful day. However, as soon as Xie Zhuzhou arrived, the butler rushed in, saying, "Young Master! The bodyguard called to say the Second Young Master was in a car accident! He was just taken to the hospital!"
Xie Zhuzhou's pupils shrank upon hearing this, and Chu Yanzhang beside him was also taken aback.
Seeing that Zhouzhou seemed a little flustered, he gripped Zhouzhou hand tightly and asked the housekeeper, "Which hospital is Brother Wangyun in?"
"At the Cangshan Private Hospital, the closest to the accident site..."
"Understood." Xie Zhuzhou realized what was happening, his slightly changed expression returning to calm. " Little Yan, you should get some rest. I'll be right there."
He had just heard Wen Shuming that Chu Yanzhang hadn't been getting proper rest for several nights, and thinking about how the original owner of this body also couldn't sleep... he felt a little worried.
"I'll go with you." Chu Yanzhang's eyes were still a little bloodshot, but his gaze was firm.
Seeing his expression, Xie Zhuzhou stopped worrying and got back into the car to leave.
Wen Shuming thought he was off work, but it turned out he was working overtime.
" Brother Wen, go to Cangshan Hospital, hurry up." Xie Zhuzhou felt a mix of emotions. Perhaps because he had spent so much time with his brothers in the Ji Family, he had unconsciously begun to care about them. It was impossible for him not to worry.
After giving instructions to Wen Shuming, he pressed down on Chu Yanzhang's shoulder and made him lie on his lap, saying, "Take a nap." This guy had never taken a nap before.
I'd better take this time to sleep a little longer.
After Chu Yanzhang obediently lay down, he found that his legs were too long, making it difficult to position his waist and legs properly, but Zhouzhou's lap pillow was so warm.
Lost in thought, Chu Yanzhang fell asleep in an odd position.
Xie Zhuzhou looked at Chu Yanzhang 'Chu Yanzhang quiet profile and gently stroked his hair, his movements soft, as if afraid of waking him. The car was so quiet that only Chu Yanzhang's even breathing could be heard.
Wen Shuming drove intently, the night deepening outside the window, the city lights casting dappled shadows on the glass. Xie Zhuzhou gazed out the window, his mind filled with thoughts. He remembered that even his usually composed butler was in such a hurry; the situation might not be optimistic.
" Brother Wen, please drive faster," Xie Zhuzhou said in a low voice, his tone tinged with anxiety.
"Yes, young master," Wen Shuming replied, slightly increasing the car's speed, but in the city center where speed limits apply, it wouldn't be much faster; haste makes waste.
Xie Zhuzhou looked down at Chu Yanzhang, silently praying that his second brother would be safe and sound.
After an unknown amount of time, the car finally arrived at Cangshan Private Hospital. Xie Zhuzhou gently patted Chu Yanzhang's shoulder to wake him up. Chu Yanzhang opened his eyes, his gaze slightly dazed, but he quickly regained his senses.
"We've arrived?" Chu Yanzhang sat up and rubbed his eyes.
"Okay, let's get off the bus." Xie Zhuzhou got off first, followed closely by Chu Yanzhang.
The two entered the hospital, where the air was filled with the smell of disinfectant. Xie Zhuzhou's heart tightened, and with someone leading the way, they quickly headed towards the emergency room.
At the entrance of the emergency room, Ji Wangyun had already been taken inside for emergency treatment.
The eldest brother Ji Wangchen, and the third brother Ji Wangyan, were a step behind them, and both of them frowned.
Xie Zhuzhou gritted his teeth slightly and looked at his elder brother, "Brother, do you know who did it?"
"The accident is still under investigation, and the results should be out soon, so you don't need to worry too much." That's what he said, but the worry in Ji Wangchen's eyes betrayed him.
After a long while, the emergency room door finally opened, and the doctor walked out looking exhausted. Ji Wangyan immediately went to greet him and asked, "Doctor, how is he?"
The doctor removed his mask. "The patient is now out of immediate danger, but his condition remains serious. He is badly injured, especially with a severe head injury, and will need to be observed in the ICU for some time."
Ji Wangyan breathed a slight sigh of relief upon hearing that his second brother was temporarily out of danger, but his heart tightened again upon hearing "severe head injury" and "ICU." He looked at the doctor and said firmly, "No matter what, please do everything you can to save him."
The doctor nodded. "It's our duty. You can only go in to see him once he's been moved to a regular ward..."
Ji Wangyan nodded.
Xie Zhuzhou still felt uneasy, but he knew he could only wait. He turned around and saw Chu Yanzhang standing behind him, his eyes filled with concern. Xie Zhuzhou forced a smile and said softly, " Little Yan, you go back first. I'll wait here for news from my second brother."
Chu Yanzhang shook his head, his tone firm. "I'll wait with you." He reached out and grasped Xie Zhuzhou's hand.
Ji Wangchen: "..."
Ji Wangyan: "..."
Time seemed to drag on endlessly as they waited. Xie Zhuzhou sat on a bench in the hospital, feeling an unprecedented anxiety as his second brother lay in the ICU.
My second brother is such a troublesome idiot.
Chu Yanzhang sat beside him, sensing his unease, and gently comforted him, " Zhouzhou, Brother Wangyun will be alright."
Xie Zhuzhou nodded, but the worry in his heart still could not be dispelled. He looked up at the door of the emergency room.
Just then, Ji Wangchen's phone rang. He answered it, and after listening for a few moments, his expression grew even more grave. After hanging up, he said in a somber tone, "The cause of the accident has been determined; it was deliberate."
Xie Zhuzhou: "Who is it?"
"It's unclear at the moment, but the police have started their investigation. People from your household will also be investigating, so you don't need to worry too much."
Xie Zhuzhou frowned. "Who's worried?"
The two older brothers. "..."
Chu Yanzhang gave Wu Chang, who had just arrived, a look, signaling him to immediately send someone to investigate.
Ji Wangyun had offended no fewer people than Xie Zhuzhou, and having been in the circle for a long time, Ji Wangyun had countless enemies.
There are very few people who actually dare to touch Ji Wangyun, but there are some.
After remaining silent for a long time, Ji Wangyan suddenly said, "Could it be related to what Second Brother has been going through recently?"