They returned to the Shuilu Kingdom,
but Princess Xiao Yufan still did not wake up.
Emperor Xiao Yu Qing immediately summoned the Immortal Doctor.
The doctor read her pulse carefully, his brows tightening with concern.
Emperor Xiao Yu Qing: "What has happened to her?"
Immortal Doctor: "It is not life-threatening, Your Majesty. But the Princess has fallen into a deep coma due to severe blood loss."
Empress Xiao: "Then when will she wake up?"
Immortal Doctor: "It is hard to say. It may take weeks… months… or perhaps even years. I have prescribed medicines—please give them to her on time."
The doctor left.
The Emperor and Empress were heartbroken.
News Reaches the Heavens
The news of the attack soon reached Heaven Realm.
Jade Emperor Donghua rushed to Chief God Hei Ping.
Jade Emperor Donghua: "Chief, I believe you've heard about Xie Lingyu's ambush."
Chief God Hei Ping: "Yes… How is Yufan? Has she awakened?"
Jade Emperor Donghua: "No. She remains in a coma. Long Hua has been at her side, caring for her."
Chief God Hei Ping: "Then we must wait. She needs time to recover her spiritual power. It may take a while. Send a letter to Prince Long Hua—tell him to return. I have an urgent mission for him."
Jade Emperor Donghua: "Understood, Chief."
In Shuilu Kingdom
Prince Long Hua stayed beside Princess Xiao Yufan day and night.
Shuiton Shan: "Your Highness, a letter has arrived from His Majesty. Chief God Hei Ping wishes to see you."
Prince Long Hua: "We will return soon… but—"
Princess Li Long entered softly.
Princess Li Long: "Don't worry, Your Highness. I will look after her."
Prince Long Hua: "…Thank you, Princess."
Princess Li Long: "Please go. She will be safe."
Prince Long Hua gave a grateful smile and finally departed for Heaven Realm.
That Night
Princess Meiling visited Xiao Yu Fan, holding her hand tightly as tears fell.
Princess Meiling: "I'm so sorry… all of this happened because of me. If you don't wake up, I will never forgive myself…"
Prince Xiao Yu Lang gently embraced her.
Prince Xiao Yu Lang: "Don't cry, my love. None of this is your fault. She will be fine."
Princess Meiling: "But it's already been a month… and she hasn't opened her eyes…"
Prince Xiao Yu Lang: "We must trust her. She will wake up. We just need patience."
He wiped her tears.
"Come, let's rest. It is already midnight."
They left quietly.
A New Morning
Princess Li Long fed the medicine to Princess Xiao Yu Fan
Just then, Prince Xiao Yu Song walked in quietly.
Princess Li Long: "Y-Your Highness… why are you here?"
Prince Xiao Yu Song: "I came to visit her. How is she?"
Princess Li Long: "She's improving. I think… she may wake up soon."
Prince Xiao Yu Song smiled softly. Watching Li Long care for his sister made his heart warm.
His feelings for her—hidden since childhood—began to grow even deeper.
Heaven Realm
Prince Long Hua arrived in the heavenly palace and stood before Chief God Hei Ping.
Prince Long Hua: "Chief God, I heard you summoned me."
Chief God Hei Ping: "Yes. There is something important I need you to do."
Prince Long Hua: "I am willing. Please tell me."
Chief God Hei Ping took a deep breath… and finally spoke.
To be continued.