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Chapter 571: Chapter 577: Entrusting the Life
The old doctor also felt somewhat helpless. As a medical practitioner, he could only speak based on the patient’s condition, and with General Han’s injuries being so severe, anyone with clear eyes could see the situation was not optimistic. He couldn’t speak against his conscience. Even if General Han was valiant and unrivaled, he was still just a man. Suffering from such severe wounds and having fought fiercely all the way, if it had been someone else, they might have already passed away. The fact that he had held on until now was no small feat; what would come next depended on fate.
Although Liu Xiu said this, he actually understood the principle quite well. It was just anxious concern. Seeing the old doctor’s helpless expression, he finally calmed down, “Is there really no other way, doctor? Please, you must save Xiu Qi at any cost, whatever method you can use, I will do everything I can to support you. Just wake him up, and I will reward you handsomely!”
“General Liu, it’s not that I’m not trying my best, it’s truly beyond my power. If there was even a glimmer of hope, I would not give up. With General Han’s condition, unless it’s…” the old doctor said so far but didn’t continue, obviously thinking it unlikely.
“Unless what?” When Liu Xiu heard what the old doctor said, a glimmer of hope sparkled in his eyes. Seeing that the doctor didn’t continue, he quickly grabbed the doctor’s hand and asked.
“Cough, cough…” Right at this moment, Han Yu, who had been in a comatose state, woke up. Seeing Liu Xiu pressuring the old doctor, he mustered a weak voice
“Uncle Wen, don’t trouble the old doctor. I understand my condition; I fear I may not survive it. Wealth and nobility are predestined, and life and death are fated. There are things that cannot be forced.” When Han Yu spoke these words, he seemed somewhat disheartened, yet also displayed a sense of resignation, as if he had seen through certain things.
“Xiu Qi, don’t lose heart. Isn’t there a saying, ‘Man’s determination can conquer fate’? As a heroic figure like you, would you really be content to conclude your life like this? You’re still so young, with many unresolved vendettas. Haven’t you said you wanted to assist me in achieving great things? I was too narrow-minded before and believed the slander of a nasty person, which led me to doubt you and not truly open my heart to you. If you get through this ordeal, from now on, you will be the brother upon whom I can trust my life!”
Hearing these words from Liu Xiu, Han Yu knew his purpose had been achieved. A trace of joy genuinely appeared on his face as he sincerely looked at Liu Xiu, “To hear these words from you, Uncle Wen, satisfies my heart. I don’t blame you for not trusting me before. If I were in your place, I’m not sure I could do as you have done, having the power to control a territory on your own, yet choosing to serve you instead. Anyone would doubt my intentions, and indeed, I had my ambitions.”
Upon hearing Han Yu speak, Liu Xiu’s expression changed slightly. His heart couldn’t be completely unconcerned, yet he harbored no suspicions, holding Han Yu’s hand, “Xiu Qi, stop speaking. No matter your initial purpose in joining me, I have seen all that you’ve done subsequently. Now, you’ve almost lost your life trying to save me. In any case, you are my savior, Liu Xiu, and I will forever remember this debt of gratitude in my heart. You will always be the brother upon whom I can trust my life. Let’s not dwell on the past; from now on, let us join hands and work together.”
“Uncle Wen, let me finish speaking. I know you’re a magnanimous person, but some things still need to be made clear, or there will always be some grudge in the heart. Your previous suspicions of me were not unnoticed by me. I always felt it didn’t matter, that I could prove everything through my actions. However, without clear communication, who knows what you’re really thinking. Now, as I am, I fear I might not make it through, so there are things I want to clarify.”
Han Yu then looked solemnly at Liu Xiu, his expression open, “I joined you indeed with my own ambitions, but not as others have speculated. My only aim was to find a master who was worthy of my support and reverence. My objective was that simple.”
After Han Yu finished speaking, Liu Xiu’s expression remained unchanged, impossible to discern whether he believed it or not.
But Han Yu didn’t care about these things and continued, “I do have the strength to establish my own domain and become a ruler. However, not everyone harbors such ambition. Although I, Han Yu, have dreams and vendettas, my highest aspiration has always been to be a formidable general, to bring honor to my ancestors, to have a Wife and children protected by my title, and to have enough power to protect my loved ones, so my wife doesn’t have to suffer. I have no desire for that supreme position.”
When Han Yu said this, seeing Liu Xiu clearly unconvinced and confused, he emphasized, “It’s true, many people may dream of acquiring that position, but for me, it holds no temptation at all. Like my wife said, the emperor is the most exhausted job in the world, thankless and appearing omnipotent, yet rife with silent sorrows and inevitable compulsions. To secure power and position, one sacrifices almost everything. It’s better to live as an ordinary person, free and unfettered.”
“Your wife is quite perceptive,” Liu Xiu finally believed. He knew Han Yu well, and these words were definitely sincere. He felt deeply about Han Yu’s wife’s remarks. He was the ambitious one mentioned by Han Yu, and even though he hadn’t yet reached that position, he had already sacrificed a lot to secure his current one. Yet he felt it was worth it. Mentioning Han Yu’s wife, Liu Xiu’s mind drifted to the lingering image in his heart.
However, Han Yu shook his head, “Although there is some truth to what my wife said, it’s not entirely so. She grew up pampered by her parents, somewhat oblivious to worldly troubles. It’s not easy being an emperor, but being an ordinary person has its own challenges. I came from humble beginnings, nothing more than a farmer at first. It took significant effort to get to where I am today, and I am acutely aware of the hardships. If you’re just an ordinary person without any power, you might not even be able to protect your own wife and Child. That feeling of being oppressed without the strength to fight back is awful. Therefore, making one’s mark is essential. Only then can you have the power to safeguard your family. But now, cough, cough…”
As Han Yu spoke, he became emotionally stirred and coughed due to his wounds.
“Xiu Qi, don’t worry, take your time,” Liu Xiu said, seeing Han Yu in such a state and prompting him to calm down.
“Uncle Wen, if something happens to me, I hope you can look after my wife and child for the sake of our past relationship. I really can’t rest easy…” Haltingly, Han Yu said, gripping Liu Xiu’s hand as if entrusting his last wishes and then lost consciousness again.
Seeing Han Yu like this, Liu Xiu’s face turned pale. He tested Han Yu’s breath with his hand and, feeling that Han Yu’s breath was weak but still present, he sighed in relief. Then, turning his head, he fixed a piercing gaze on the old doctor standing nearby.