Chapter 16: Xuanqiu's Injury
Holding Graniwin, who was in a state of death, without the slightest hesitation, Xuanqiu ran towards the residence of the imperial doctor.
As they ran, the ground splattered with blood, it was Granivin's blood, and she was like a hornet's nest when the scales were removed, and blood kept gushing out from every wound.
Looking at Graniwin, whose face was so pale that it was almost transparent, Xuanqiu's heart was very frightened, it was a kind of pain like losing his soul.
He blamed himself incomparably, if it wasn't for his own tiger fight, maybe he would have the qualifications to stand by her side.
However, at this moment, facing the dying Graniwin, he only felt ashamed in his heart.
Yes, he was a sinner, and Graniwin's tragedy had his part, though not much, but he knew about it.
Recalling that thunderstorm day many years ago, he was still a small captain, and because of his knowledge of water, he was transferred to his side for a special mission.
It was the most glorious day of his life, because His Majesty had let him serve him, which was an incomparable honor for a small captain of the guard.
Although the weather was bad, it still didn't affect Xuanqiu's good mood.
In fact, he didn't understand, why would His Majesty choose to go to sea at such a special time, how dangerous it was for His Majesty who was not familiar with water, but he was a soldier, and his nature was to obey orders, so he didn't ask anything, but just stuck to his post and protected His Majesty.
In the midst of the thunderstorm, a beautiful voice suddenly sounded, and Xuan Qiu thought that he had seen the goddess.
It was also the first time he had seen Graniwin, who had just escaped from the shackles and was so casual that he sang at sea level.
It was the most beautiful song Xuan Qiu had ever heard in his life, and it was said that mermaid songs could confuse people's hearts, and such legends were true, just like Xuan Qiu fell in love with Graniwin at first sight, and was fascinated by her beautiful singing, which was an eternal dream in his heart.
Obsessed with the beautiful singing of Graneven, he couldn't extricate himself until the singing stopped.
A thick bolt of lightning slashed straight towards Granivan, and with the thunderbolt, Graniwin shook himself and sank into the depths of the sea.
Xuan Qiu knew very well the origin of this lightning, because the mage who had finished reciting the spell had not yet withdrawn his gesture.
That's right, Mage Jerry, who is officially standing next to him, is the Thunder Magus, the national teacher of the Empire, can one of his mermaids with such weak magic really be able to hold it?
Although he is a military general, Xuanqiu is definitely a general, looking deeply at the back of His Majesty, and his heart has completely outlined the general outline of this matter.
Just as Xuanqiu was anxiously looking at the sea level and hesitating whether to jump, a majestic order sounded.
"I'm still stunned about what to do, why don't you go down and rescue her quickly."
This was the first time he had been so close to His Majesty, whom he admired the most, and it was also the first time that he was deeply disappointed in His Majesty, whom he had always admired.
Without the slightest hesitation, and before he could even remove his armor, Xuanqiu jumped into the sea.
The icy sea water pierced through his heavy armor, making him shiver violently, and his limbs suddenly felt cramping, if he usually encountered such a situation, he would definitely choose to go ashore first.
However, he was worried about the safety of Graniwin, so Xuanqiu did not hesitate at all, he held his breath and let his body sink rapidly.
The feeling of suffocation made his ears ring, the pressure of the sea made it impossible for him to walk, and a sense of death permeated his heart, but the thought of Graniwin made him re-energize and began to search the bottom of the sea.
Finally, by the grace of the creator god, he found Graniwin.
Without the slightest hesitation, he hugged her tightly and swam desperately towards the sea level.
He hadn't breathed air for a long time, and no matter how strong he was, he was a little weak, but when he looked at Graniwin in his arms, all the exhaustion was overwhelmed by the will to survive.
With his last push, Graniwin was finally dragged into the arms of the receiver.
Seeing that he had been safe and happy, the corners of Xuanqiu's mouth raised a smile of relief, without the slightest prick, he let his body sink, after pushing away Graniwin, he had lost all his strength, and the feeling of exhaustion made him unconsciously close his eyes.
Fortunately, some soldiers were quick to catch him, otherwise he would have died here.
Xuanqiu still deeply remembered the scene when Graniwin mistook His Majesty for a life-saving benefactor, and he fantasized countless times in his heart, if all this was not a conspiracy, if Graniwen was really in danger, if the person who rescued her was herself, and the first thing she saw was herself, would Graniwin smile at herself gratefully, would she look at herself shyly and dare not look up, and would fall in love with herself who rescued her.
However, after all, there are not so many ifs, he is just a small captain of the guard, what kind of courage does he have to influence such a well-planned conspiracy!
After all, they are out of luck, maybe His Majesty set up such a conspiracy just to know her, His Majesty will definitely treat her well! Looking at the scene of His Majesty picking up Graniwin, Xuan Qiu comforted himself in his heart.
Things are just as I expected, His Majesty is really good to her, as long as she makes any request, His Majesty will do his best to do it for her, and always give her things that are good for her, but it is said that the honor is infinite, and even named her his queen.
Looking at Graniwin's happy smile, Xuanqiu put away the ripples in his heart, he just wanted to be an unknown knight beside the goddess, and he did it, so he became the most outstanding general in the South Wind Country, and swept away many obstacles for His Majesty.
After retiring after his success, he chose to be the commander of the palace city defense army, responsible for the safety of the palace, and also guarding her safety, even if he watched her happiness from afar, he was also happy!
His Majesty is very satisfied with his proposal, who doesn't understand the truth of the master, this smart choice made Xuanqiu appreciated again, and the position of the commander of the city defense army is Nanfeng's arrangement for him.
Originally, Xuanqiu just wanted to guard her with peace of mind. But today, his goddess wept!
This was the first time he had seen such a sad and desperate Graniwin, and it was really a little strange for such a painful expression to appear on the innocent mermaid queen, and after asking a few of the guards, with his clever mind, he had already vaguely deduced the truth of the matter.
Xuan Qiu's heart was extremely angry, and his face became very deep, he couldn't wait to rush in and kill the person who made her so sad.
But looking at Graniwin's distant back, he knew that if he did this, she would hate herself!
Reluctantly giving up such thoughts, he indulged himself for the first time, and he quietly followed behind her, leaning over to pick up every teardrop of her.
Warm tears in his hand, his heart is more painful than Graniwin, his goddess is suffering for others, but he can't do anything, what kind of pain is that.
The door to the bath was slammed shut by Juli, and he leaned against the door to grieve with Graniwin.
Although he couldn't hear the voice inside, he knew that she must be crying, what a kind person, even if he was hurt, he didn't go in to question the person who hurt her deeply, and all the grief was reserved for himself.
How many times, he wanted to push the door in, but when he thought of what he had done back then, he felt that he did not have such qualifications, and he hesitated, so he could only cowardly guard the door, sad for her sadness.
Time passed minute by minute, accompanied by a faint smell of blood, Xuanqiu suddenly felt bad, regardless of etiquette, kicked into the door of the bath.
Sure enough, the eyes were full of blood-red, the mud and sand turned reddish-brown, and the sea water became red, so how much blood would have to make a pool of sea water change color!
The Imperial Doctor's Office was full of people, and despite the obstruction of others, Xuan Qiu chose to wait by Graniwin's side without hesitation.
His hand gripped Graniwin's hand tightly, trying to give Graniwin the last hint of warmth.
Someone had already hurried to inform them of His Majesty's arrival, and it was estimated that it would not be long before that person appeared.
When he appears, Xuanqiu must question him, since he tried his best to marry her, why do you want to hurt her!
"South Wind...... Southerly...... Don't hate me, Granavin can't live without you......"
A faint voice came from beside her, it was Graniwin, even in her sleep, even though she had been so badly hurt, there was still only their majesty in the center of her mouth.
Hearing such a helpless cry, Xuanqiu, who was holding Graniwin's hand tightly, trembled violently, and a sad emotion crept into his heart, staring deeply at Graniwen's pale cheeks.
Her cheeks were stained with some blood and looked gray, but she was still so beautiful.
Holding out a hand, he tried to touch her cheek, but when he saw his blood-stained palm, he retracted.
He sighed deeply and tried to break the fingers that Graniwin was holding tightly, but Graniwin was too hard to break free.
A helpless and desolate voice came out of Xuanqiu's mouth, as if he was saying to Graniwin, and as if he was comforting himself.
"Your south wind will come soon, sleep in peace, sleep and you'll be fine!"
As if hearing Xuanqiu's comfort, Graniwin's originally frowning brows stretched a lot, and the fingers that were originally holding Xuanqiu were also released.
Looking at his empty palm, Xuanqiu smiled sadly, stood up and walked towards the door.
The imperial doctors beside him looked at each other for such a strange scene, but no one pointed it out, after all, this young and promising general was the hope of Nanfeng's future, so they chose to turn a blind eye to such a thing.
When Xuanqiu stepped out of the door, it was the south wind that came in a hurry outside the door, and his clothes were messy, so it could be seen that he came in a hurry after hearing about it.
Seeing Xuanqiu, who didn't salute when he saw him on the side, Nanfeng just glanced at it slightly and went in without looking back.