The return to the city took only seven-tenths of the time it took to leave the city. Guarding all four city gates were Liang Chen, Du Mingqian, Cheng Chili, and others recently appointed by the emperor, making the passage smoother than ever.
The carriage arrived at the Pei family's courtyard where Lu Chongyang was arranged to stay. Guo Song, who had come ahead to scout the place, was already leading Lu Chongyang out to greet them.
Pei Zhan was the first to get off the carriage and handed over the person he brought back from the box to them: "He reacted strongly just now, so I knocked him unconscious. He is injured, his tendons seem to be severed. Get him settled first and check for any other dangers. Ideally, you should wake him up within two hours!"
Guo Song and the others immediately took the person away. Lu Chongyang had already rolled up his sleeves, sending someone to prepare hot water and medical supplies.
