"But what?" Su Yanke quickly asked.
Uncle Ji replied in a rather complicated tone, "But after all, Chen Yonggui is just a side - branch of the clan. His life is not in immediate danger for now. It's just hard to say how long it will be until he's released."
Saying this, Uncle Ji glanced at Chen Yongshun and sighed regretfully, "If he went to plead with the proof, Chen Yonggui might be released earlier."
"Proof?" Su Yanke was puzzled.
"Chen Yonggui left the clan register when he wanted to marry Yongshun's mother, so he's actually innocent now."
"Then we can accompany Yongshun there right now!"
"No way."
"Why not?"
"The proof is only valid if a family member goes alone. But look at Yongshun's condition. How could he manage it?"
"It's not impossible."
Uncle Ji looked at Su Yanke in confusion. Was it really possible in such a short time?
Although he had heard Su Yanke say that she could treat Chen Yongshun's leg, wouldn't the treatment take time? It would probably take two or three years, right?
Now that she knew how to solve the problem, Su Yanke had a plan for what was to come.
She sent everyone else out of the room. Then, turning to look at Chen Yongshun sitting silently on the bed, she walked over lightly and sized him up.
Suddenly, she reached out and lifted Chen Yongshun's thin chin, forcing him to look into her eyes.
Chen Yongshun was startled by her action. His eyes widened instinctively, showing helplessness that made Su Yanke a bit embarrassed. But thinking of her purpose, she hardened her heart and said,
"Aren't you ashamed?"
This question left Chen Yongshun stunned. Su Yanke had forced her way into the little world he had retreated into.
"You're quite comfortable here. Have you ever thought about your father who has worked hard for you all his life? Can't you even stand up for your own blood relative?" Su Yanke's tone was not kind. Her voice was naturally cold, and with such hurtful words, ripples rose in Chen Yongshun's heart.
But his long - term isolation from the outside world had made him lose the courage to face others alone. He would even involuntarily feel panicked and want to escape.
Actually, he had heard their conversation before, but he was too scared. And because of his "illness", which served as a shield, he was even less willing to do anything.
Su Yanke had noticed Chen Yongshun's state during the conversation with Uncle Ji. He could hear, and he wasn't really cut off from the outside world.
That's why she decided to handle the situation in this way.
"Listen, I'll take care of your leg. I'm sure I can cure it. But whether you can get over your psychological 'leg problem' depends on you. The treatment will start tonight. Get yourself ready."
After saying this, Su Yanke left the room, leaving Chen Yongshun sitting there, stunned. His hand hidden under the quilt had tightly clenched into a fist, and it took a long time for him to relax it.
Chen Yongshun looked up in the direction where Su Yanke had left. His right hand trembled as he touched his leg, whispering something to himself.
As soon as Su Yanke stepped out, Xiaobao threw himself into her arms.
"Xiaobao, you've grown taller. I can hardly hold you anymore!"
Although she said so, her arms tightened around him.
Xiaobao blushed. Although he knew the difference between men and women, he just liked being touched by Su Yanke. Her hands were soft and delicate, and every time she stroked his head, he felt a strong sense of satisfaction.
Xiaobao had really grown quite tall. He was almost as tall as Su Yanke's waist. With his regular exercise, he was very strong and full of youthful vigor.
Su Yanke briefly told Uncle Ji and Doctor Liu about her plan to treat Chen Yongshun's leg that night. She asked Uncle Ji to go back first and said that she would take Chen Yongshun to Chen Yonggui's house for a few days.
Xiaobao didn't want to agree at first, but since Su Yanke was so determined, he had no choice but to give in.
Autumn nights came early. Just as Su Yanke was saying goodbye to Doctor Liu, the sky was already starting to darken.
By the time Su Yanke arrived at Chen Yonggui's house, it was completely dark. The empty Chen family house had an eerie feeling to it. Chen Yongshun seemed to be extremely sensitive to emotions. He immediately sensed Su Yanke's hesitation.
Chen Yongshun stole a glance at Su Yanke, and some strange feelings started to grow inside him.
Su Yanke gave herself a mental boost, then gently pushed the door open with her foot. The desolate scene in the garden made her grip tighten.
Although Chen Yongshun felt it, he didn't say a word to show his discomfort.
"Yongshun, which one is your room?" Su Yanke's voice echoed in the yard.
Chen Yongshun cooperatively pointed with his little finger. Su Yanke immediately quickened her steps. In a flash, she placed Chen Yongshun on the bed and lit a fire to brighten up the room.
The orange - colored flame brought a bit of warmth to the cold room. Chen Yongshun stared blankly at Su Yanke's face illuminated by the fire.
At this moment, Su Yanke didn't notice Chen Yongshun's state. She was a bit hesitant about whether to close the door. It was so dark!
Su Yanke had a well - kept secret: she was afraid of the dark, especially when she was alone.
In modern society, there were lights at night, so there were few places as dark as this.
Previously, to reduce the time spent groping in the dark, Su Yanke had closed her eyes and used her spiritual energy to sense the way.
She took a deep breath, held it, rushed out of the room, closed the main gate, rushed back, and closed the room door. The whole process was done in one go. Only after she returned to the room did she let out a long sigh of relief.
Chen Yongshun watched her actions, and there was a glimmer in his eyes.
After adjusting her state of mind, Su Yanke looked at Chen Yongshun and found that he was staring intently at her.
"What are you looking at?" Su Yanke waved her hand in front of Chen Yongshun.
Chen Yongshun seemed to be startled and immediately lowered his head. Due to the dim light, Su Yanke didn't notice that his ears had turned red.
"Have you thought about what I said this afternoon? You should take control of your own destiny!"
As she spoke, Su Yanke took out the purple copper coin. It really worked. Previously, for some reason, Su Yanke had re - activated the energy of the purple copper coin and discovered its new function: it could fulfill a person's strong desires.
Some of the things Su Yanke had said to Chen Yongshun were to make him develop a strong desire to get his leg cured, so that the purple copper coin could work to its fullest potential.
At first, Su Yanke thought it wouldn't work based on Chen Yongshun's previous state, but unexpectedly, he had really listened to her.
With the help of the purple copper coin, things would be much easier.
Su Yanke channeled her spiritual energy to re - dredge all the veins in Chen Yongshun's legs. This process would be very painful, so Su Yanke deliberately slowed down. Thanks to the timely energy supply from the purple copper coin, even after a whole night, she didn't faint from spiritual energy exhaustion.
But after a whole night of physical and mental exertion, Su Yanke fell asleep when dawn was just breaking.
Chen Yongshun also had a tough night. His legs were numb and swollen, but his discomfort came not from the pain but from excitement and guilt.
He was excited because after so many years, his legs finally had some feeling. How could he not be thrilled?
Although Su Yanke had said she could cure him, he didn't dare to have high hopes. He had been disappointed too many times and was afraid to expect too much.
He never imagined that there would be results so soon. He had been prepared for a treatment that would take two or three years.
He felt guilty because of Su Yanke. He had seen all of her hard work throughout the night, and it pained his heart.
Over the years, his father's dedication had made him numb to the feeling of heartache. Later, it seemed like a form of escape. He gradually felt like he was in another world, a world without people or pain, only peace.
But then, the calm lake in his heart was rippled by someone, and the ripples grew bigger and bigger until he was completely pulled out of that world. The familiar feelings of guilt, self - reproach, and heartache resurfaced.
This night was destined to be an extraordinary one. He thought about it all night. All the things his father had done for him over the years flashed through his mind. His eyes grew redder and redder, and his vision blurred with tears.
The slightly heavy breathing sound caused by Su Yanke's uncomfortable sleeping position drew Chen Yongshun's attention. For some reason, the fire that Su Yanke had lit earlier had burned all night without going out. This was the warmest night he had ever felt.
Chen Yongshun looked at Su Yanke sleeping beside him. A strange emotion flashed through his eyes. Her slender, jade - like hands were pressed under her beautiful face. Su Yanke's lips twitched slightly, as if she was eating something delicious in her dream. Finally, she even swallowed.
Chen Yongshun gently lifted Su Yanke's head and carefully placed his pillow under her face. As he slowly lowered her head, Su Yanke moved her body. Chen Yongshun thought he had woken her up and even held his breath.
But Su Yanke just moved her body to adjust her sleeping position and continued to sleep.
Chen Yongshun let out a sigh of relief. He lay down beside Su Yanke and stared at her sleeping face obsessively, using his eyes to trace her arched eyebrows, her star - like eyes when open, her straight nose, and her rosy lips.