27 A Plea for Salvation
Wei Xie's eyes fluttered open, the faint light of dawn filtering through the room. He was weak but alive.
Moments later, Tang Hao appeared at his side, his golden and silver robes crisp despite the tense atmosphere.
"Xie," Tang Hao said softly, kneeling beside him. "You're awake."
Wei Xie's voice was hoarse but urgent. "Tang Hao… my sister… Wei Liang…"
Tang Hao's expression darkened. "She's in danger?"
Wei Xie nodded weakly. "The Ling Clan… they will come after her. You must take her far away — to GU Clan."
Tang Hao's eyes flicked toward the window, as if already planning. "I will protect her."
At that moment, Yun Zhan entered quietly, his sword sheathed but his presence commanding.
"I heard everything," Yun Zhan said. "I will go with you."
Wei Xie managed a faint smile. "Thank you, both of you. Together, we can keep her safe — and find Wang San."