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Chapter 382: An Unexpected Dip
Chapter 382: An Unexpected Dip
The situation with Suisui and He Zhongran unfolded too suddenly.
At first, He Zhongran thought he could handle it, so he didn't say anything.
When he realized things were veering off course and he couldn't control them anymore, He Zhongran finally screamed, "Help! I can't hold on!"
Due to its speed and inertia, the small cart bolted forward. Even though he had been pulling on it the whole time, he couldn't slow it down, and it took him along for the ride.
Feng Xuanrui was the first to react. He sprinted over without a moment's hesitation.
Unfortunately, he wasn't fast enough.
By the time he reached them, Suisui, the cart, and He Zhongran, who was still clinging to it, had all plunged into the water.
A loud splash created a massive spray of water.
When Feng Xuanrui rushed to the spot, he realized he had only grabbed onto thin air, and he was left stunned.
Splash!
Soon after, another plunge into the water snapped Feng Xuanrui back to his senses. He couldn't care less about anything else and jumped in after them!
Seeing this situation, who still had the heart to continue the race? Everyone gathered around.
Those who could swim had already dived in to help. Feng Youdan was anxiously pacing in circles.
Unfortunately, she couldn't swim.
"Quick, quick, go get a long stick! Why are you all just standing there?"
"Those who can swim, get down there! There will be a reward for those who help!"
...
Without needing Feng Youdan to say more, Xiang Gugu and the others had already gathered around. Some were looking for sticks, while those who could swim had already jumped in.
Suisui couldn't swim, and she had a unique fear of water.
After all, she had often been thrown into the water like a toy in the past, causing her to instinctively fear it.
On top of that, she had also been pushed in by Che Lingzhi before.
This time, as she entered the water, Suisui was stunned.
However, she instinctively closed her mouth.
Unlike before when she was still in the village, she now had her brothers, her father the king, and her mother the queen, all of whom adored her and would come to her rescue.
All she needed to do was wait for them!
"Don't panic, don't be afraid!" The system also continuously reassured Suisui, telling her not to be scared and just to wait. It instructed her to try her best not to open her mouth to avoid inhaling too much water, as it could be troublesome if she choked.
Even faster to react than Feng Xuanrui was Lu Yinxiao, who was sitting at a distance.
When he noticed something was amiss, he had already rushed over and then dived into the water.
With his speed and good swimming abilities, he quickly reached the small cart. He floated with one hand and used the other to flip the cart open.
By this time, Suisui had already sunk into the water.
Seeing this, Lu Yinxiao knew something was wrong. He took a deep dive and successfully retrieved her.
Suisui was very well-behaved and didn't panic like a typical person who had fallen into the water, flailing and splashing about.
She obediently waited for rescue.
Just as Lu Yinxiao thought she had drowned, she obediently opened her eyes and softly called out to him, "Seventh Brother."
This call of "Seventh Brother" was like a heavenly melody, assuring Lu Yinxiao that the child was still alive.
This made him breathe a sigh of relief. Just as he was about to swim back while holding Suisui, his leg was grabbed.
"Help! Heeeelp..." He Zhongran couldn't swim, and after flailing about in the water, he could only barely grasp onto the small cart and Lu Yinxiao.
With this grab, he almost pulled Lu Yinxiao and Suisui back into the water.
However, Lu Yinxiao remained calm. He shouted, "Grab onto the small cart! It's made of wood and will float!"
Although He Zhongran was panicking, he didn't truly descend into chaos.
After hearing Lu Yinxiao's voice, he instinctively tightened his grip on the small cart with his other hand and let out two "ah ah" sounds.
At this moment, the others also swam over.
The servants from the mansion quickly fished them out of the water. Seeing Lu Yinxiao and Suisui, they didn't dare to come up directly and offend the young masters. So, they softly asked, "Shall I help the young master up?"
Lu Yinxiao waved his hand. "No need, I can swim up."
Lu Yinxiao was an excellent swimmer, and his speed was remarkable.
Once he reached the surface, Xiang Gu had already prepared a towel to wrap around Suisui, while Nuan Dong held another towel ready for Lu Yinxiao.
Nuan Xia, on the other hand, quickly went to boil some ginger soup.
Although it was a hot day, falling into the water wasn't a serious issue.
Some noble families even enjoyed swimming in their ponds.
However, considering they had fallen into the water and been startled, and were guests of the mansion, it would be improper not to offer them a cup of ginger soup.
Nuan Xia was efficient in the kitchen, and they always stayed prepared for any eventuality, ensuring they had all the necessary ingredients on hand.
Soon enough, she returned with the ginger soup.
By then, Suisui had changed into a new set of clothes.
Upon hearing the news, the Princess of Qi rushed over, her anxiety evident.
How could she possibly rest until she laid eyes on the children and assured herself of their well-being?
Suisui, with her short hair that dried quickly, had already changed and was sipping the ginger soup.
Lu Yinxiao and the others also changed into spare clothes, but their longer hair was still damp, so they continued to wring it out with towels, hoping to speed up the drying process.
Seeing that everyone was safe, the Princess of Qi heaved a long sigh of relief.
She embraced Suisui tightly, her heart still pounding with fear, and sincerely thanked Lu Yinxiao.
Then, she leaned in and kissed Suisui's cheek, her voice filled with emotion as she said, "My precious child, you've scared your mother."
Suisui, still feeling a bit shaken by the recent events, snuggled into her mother's embrace and whispered, "Mother, I'll be good from now on."
Hearing these words from her child, the Princess of Qi felt a pang in her heart—a mix of tenderness and sorrow.
She assured Suisui that she wasn't trying to restrict her; she simply wanted her to be safe.
So, the Princess of Qi gently patted Suisui's back and said, "Suisui, just be mindful of your safety. You don't have to be exceptionally well-behaved. Children should be lively and playful; that's what makes them adorable."
Suisui had been thinking that she would stay in the backyard from now on and not wander too far.
But hearing her mother's words, she couldn't help but reconsider: Perhaps she wouldn't go far, just play within the mansion, but she would definitely stay away from the water to avoid worrying her mother.
After all, her mother loved her dearly, and she wanted to reciprocate that love.
Suisui nuzzled her soft hair gently against the Princess of Qi's neck, a loving gesture.
After comforting her child, the Princess of Qi turned her attention to the other children who had fallen into the water.
Her youngest son was a strong swimmer, but she still asked after him anxiously, needing to be sure he was alright. Upon learning that Feng Xuanrui was unharmed, she hugged him tightly.
The other children's families also inquired about their well-being, and only after confirming that everyone was safe did the Princess of Qi truly relax.
When the King of Qi heard the news, he rushed over, not bothering with anything else.
As he had been in the front yard, the news reached him a bit later.
Thus, he arrived after the Princess of Qi.
His voice preceded him as he approached, his footsteps quick and urgent. "My dear child, are you alright? Were you scared? Father is here!"
Soon enough, the King of Qi appeared, his voice booming as he strode towards them.
At that moment, they were all gathered in Suisui's courtyard on the west side.
Although Suisui didn't live there, all her belongings were kept there, making it convenient to find a change of clothes.
Additionally, the spacious area lacked the formality of the main courtyard, providing a more relaxed atmosphere for the children.
That's why Xiang Gu had brought everyone to that side.
The King of Qi strode over, his expression softening as he smiled at the group of children. Then, without hesitation, he reached out to pull Suisui into his embrace.
(End of Chapter)
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