Chapter 1474: On Purpose
Editor:Â Henyee Translations
Qiao Xuan instructed Mianmian, âRetrieve the medicine.â With her back turned to Qiao Wei, she whispered something to Mianmian, who nodded and quickly departed.
Before long, Mianmian returned with the necessary medical supplies. Qiao Xuan then directed Lixia and Liqiu to assist her in applying the medicine and bandaging Qiao Weiâs wound. Afterward, she instructed two maids to remain with Qiao Wei, ensuring they didnât leave her side for even a moment.
Qiao Wei displayed no gratitude toward Qiao Xuan. She merely glared at her and allowed the two maids to escort her away.
With time, the commotion subsided, and the camp gradually grew quieter as everyone took the opportunity to rest.
Shortly thereafter, Shao Yunduan returned to their tent, shared by him and Qiao Xuan.
Qiao Xuan addressed him, âHusband, I believe Iâve discerned why they placed Qiao Wei in this group.â
Shao Yunduan was taken abackâŠ
After Qiu He was led away by Ah-Ye, Mianmian promptly followed and inquired about the medicine for external injuries. After Ah-Ye provided the information, she hurried away again.
Ah-Ye didnât escort Qiu He elsewhere. Instead, he suddenly kicked her from behind, hitting the back of her knee joint. Caught off guard, Qiu He emitted a pained groan and tumbled to the ground. Her vision darkened, and tears welled up instantly.
Suppressing the pain in her chest, she clenched her teeth and lowered her head.
âMadam has instructed you to kneel here without moving. Youâll remain kneeling throughout the night. Should I catch you slacking off, youâll continue kneeling the following night and the one after that.â
Gritting her teeth, Qiu He retorted, âMadam has gone too far! I still need to return to serve our Miss.â
Ah-Ye snorted and maintained his silent vigil, eyeing her intently.
However, his silence did not signify agreement with her words.
Qiu He seethed internally, cursing the peculiar individuals surrounding Qiao Xuan. Especially Ah-Ye, who appeared foolish and guileless, as though he were easy to deceive, when in fact, he was anything but.
Ah-Ye couldnât be bothered to engage with them. Even when they tried to strike up conversations with him, he remained utterly silent, no matter what they said.
This time, it was no different. Her vehement protests seemed to fall on deaf ears, as if they had automatically muted themselves.
Nonetheless, Qiu He was well aware that if she dared to make a move, he would unquestionably kick her again.
Suppressing her fury, Qiu He deliberately adopted a pitiable countenance. She lifted her head to gaze at Ah-Ye. âMy leg is wounded. Could you please provide me with some external injury medicine for treatment?â
Ah-Ye glanced at her but continued to maintain his silence.
Qiu He put on a forced smile. âI have no choice but to heed Madame Shaoâs directive. Iâll apply the medicine and accept my punishmentâŠâ
As she struggled to rise, Ah-Ye raised his foot. âAttempt to move!â
ââŠâ Qiu He couldnât take it any longer. Her knees turned weak, causing her to tumble heavily onto the rugged ground once more. Her vision dimmed, and tears nearly welled up again.
âIs Madame truly so heartless? My legs will be ruined if I continue kneeling like this throughout the night!â
Ah-Ye remained unmoved, silently thinking to himself, You deserve to have your legs ruined.
A servant like you remained unscathed while your mistress got hurt. How would you complain once Iâve maimed your leg?
It was only fair!
Ah-Ye kept his gaze fixed on Qiu He until the entire area was tidied up before returning to his rest.
Prior to departing, he didnât neglect to issue a threat. âDonât move, or else, hmph!â
Qiu He seethed with resentment.
Following Ah-Yeâs departure, although she didnât dare to leave, she promptly seated herself on the ground.
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