Years turn into wind

As night fell, silence fell over the Marshal's Mansion. Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei returned to the inner courtyard, finally able to rest after a busy day. After experiencing Lu Sheng's surprise attack, their reliance and trust in each other deepened.

Cheng Yuwei sat by the window, gazing at the starry sky, a faint sense of contentment welling up in her heart. Just as she was lost in thought, Ling Xiaotian gently walked over to her side, draped a cloak over her shoulders, and said softly, "It's cold at night, don't catch a cold."

Cheng Yuwei was slightly startled, then looked up at him, a soft light flashing in her eyes: "Xiaotian, thank you for always being so thoughtful."

Ling Xiaotian lowered his head and smiled, gently holding her hand, his voice soft and low: "Yuwei, if it weren't for you by my side, I would have been lost in this war. Since you came to my side, I have truly experienced what peace of mind is."

Cheng Yuwei was touched by his affectionate words, and her heart trembled slightly. She said softly, "Xiaotian, it's actually you who taught me how to face a different life. After traveling to this strange era, meeting you is my greatest fortune."

Ling Xiaotian gently lifted her hand and placed it on his lips, gazing at her lovingly: "Yuwei, no matter how difficult the road ahead is, I will always be by your side."

A hint of shyness flushed on Cheng Yuwei's face. She looked up at him and couldn't help but smile slightly: "When you say that...it really makes me feel at a loss as to what to do."

Ling Xiaotian lowered his head and leaned closer, saying softly, "Then don't say anything. Let me prove it with my actions."

He slowly lowered his head and gently kissed her lips, his movements gentle and affectionate. Cheng Yuwei closed her eyes, feeling this deep affection and passion, and a wave of warmth instantly surged in her heart. At this moment, she felt as if she was in a quiet starry sky, with only him, her only support.

After the kiss, Cheng Yuwei leaned in his arms, feeling his warm heartbeat. The two of them quietly enjoyed this moment of warmth, not wanting to be disturbed by anyone.

Ling Xiaotian asked in a low voice: "Yuwei, you are not afraid with me here tonight, right?"

Cheng Yuwei smiled and shook her head: "As long as you are here, I am not afraid of anything."

Late at night, Cheng Yuwei drifted off to sleep in Ling Xiaotian's arms. Ling Xiaotian gazed down at her peaceful sleeping face, his eyes filled with doting and tenderness. He gently covered her with his cloak and carefully carried her to bed, fearing to disturb her sweet dreams.

However, Cheng Yuwei seemed to sense something, opened her eyes in a daze, and smiled slightly: "Xiaotian..."

Ling Xiaotian reached out and gently stroked her face, whispering, "Go to sleep. I'll watch over you tonight."

Cheng Yuwei closed her eyes, a reassuring smile on her lips, and soon fell asleep again. Ling Xiaotian stayed by her side, quietly waiting until her breathing became even and steady, then quietly got up and left.

The next morning, sunlight streamed into the house through the window lattice. Cheng Yuwei opened her eyes and found a bouquet of fresh white orchids on the bedside table, the fragrance filling her nostrils. She smiled slightly, knowing that Ling Xiaotian had picked them early that morning.

Ling Xiaotian was just walking in from the door. Seeing that she had woken up, he smiled and asked, "Did you sleep well?"

Cheng Yuwei nodded, picked up the bouquet of flowers, and smiled happily: "These flowers smell so good, thank you, Xiaotian."

Ling Xiaotian walked up to her, his eyes gentle: "As long as you like it."

Cheng Yuwei lowered her head slightly, stroked the petals, and said softly: "In this war-torn world, having you by my side makes me feel extremely at ease. Xiaotian, I really hope I can always be with you like this, no matter what the future holds."

Ling Xiaotian stared at her, reached out and gently put his arm around her shoulders, and said firmly: "Yuwei, no matter what the future holds, I will protect you. This is my promise."

The two smiled at each other, their hearts filled with peace and contentment. Just as they were enjoying this moment of warmth, a guard walked in, breaking the silence.

"General, Lu Sheng's remaining troops are gathering in the northwest, and they seem to be preparing to make a comeback!"

Ling Xiaotian's face darkened, and his eyes instantly regained their sternness. He turned to look at Cheng Yuwei and said softly, "Yuwei, it seems we need to join forces again to resolve this unfinished war."

Cheng Yuwei nodded, a determined glint in her eyes: "Okay, Xiaotian, this time we must completely dismantle Lu Sheng's power and make him unable to fight back."

The two stood side by side. Although there were unknown storms ahead, their hearts became closer in this warm companionship, and they moved forward in the same direction unswervingly.