After dismissing the household servants and drinking a few spoonfuls of porridge, Su Zhen felt somewhat better, so Han Zhi handed the porridge bowl to Yueping. Slipping his hands gently beneath Su Zhen's back, he asked, "Is Banniang feeling a bit better?"
"Much better." Su Zhen nodded, her large eyes fixed on Han Zhi's hands, wondering what he was up to.
With that, Han Zhi exerted strength in both arms and lifted Su Zhen up. As he carried her toward the bed, he said, "The couch is rather chilly and doesn't have a quilt yet. Let me take Banniang back to the bed. It's warmer there and better for resting."
Chapter 134