A Shocking Dream

After a while, the leader of the guards slowly spoke: "Hmph, I'll trust you for now. But if anything abnormal is found in the future, you will all be responsible!" After that, he waved his hand and filed out with his guards.

Lin Wunian breathed a sigh of relief, his heart finally at ease. He turned to look at Lu Yao lying on the bed. They exchanged glances, each seeing in the other's eyes the relief of having survived.

Lu Yao sat up gently and whispered, "This time, we're all thanks to the waiter who showed up in time. However, I have a feeling this matter isn't over yet. They won't let us off easily. I'd better leave quickly so as not to drag you sisters down."

Lin Wunian hurried forward and held her shoulders, looking at her firmly. "What are you talking about? If we dared to let you stay here, how could we abandon you at this moment? Those guards came to search for no reason. Someone must have deliberately framed you. If you leave now, not to mention that you haven't recovered yet, there must be many dangers outside. Maybe one of their people is lying in ambush, waiting for you to fall into their trap."

Lu Yao's eyes flashed with emotion, but she still hesitated. "But if I stay here, if they come back, you will suffer too. My identity is special, I can't let you get hurt."

Qianqian, who was standing by, also hurriedly said, "Sister Lu, don't leave. She said she would help you, and we can't just watch you take risks."

Lin Wunian pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "The most urgent task is to find out who is behind these guards. I have some old acquaintances in the city, perhaps I can ask them to help me get information. Lu Yao, you should rest and recover first. Once we have more information, we will make a decision."

Lu Yao looked at Lin Wunian and Qianqian's concerned and determined expressions, feeling a mixture of emotions. Finally, she nodded slowly, "Okay, but I'm really uneasy."

"Since I dared to let you in, I won't let you bear it alone. You should have a good rest. I'll be out for a while. Kankan will take care of you in the room." Lin Wunian patted Lu Yao's hand, indicating that she could rest assured.

Lu Yao opened her mouth, about to say something, but saw Lin Wunian turn around and walk towards the door with a firm step. His back exuded an unquestionable determination, and Lu Yao swallowed the words that were on the tip of her tongue. She felt a mixture of gratitude for Lin Wunian's generous help, but also worry about what might happen to her on this trip.

Lin Wunian walked out the door and took a deep breath. The air outside seemed filled with tension and unease. She knew that she had to find some clues quickly and figure out the conspiracy behind this. Otherwise, Lu Yao could be in danger again at any time, and she and Qianqian would be in trouble.

Lu Yao lay on the couch, gazing at the shabby rooftop, her mind racing. She knew her presence was like a bomb poised to explode at any moment; every moment she stayed put, adding a new layer of danger to Lin Wunian and Qianqian. The suspicious glances of the guards as they departed were like a thorn in her side, keeping her on guard.

She secretly regretted that if she hadn't come looking for them, how could she have dragged them into this unprovoked disaster? Her life story was like a dark vortex, constantly devouring the peace of those around her. She thought back to the past, the people who had suffered misfortune because of her, and guilt overwhelmed her like a tide.

However, Lin Wunian and Kanan's unwavering loyalty brought her a sense of warmth and comfort. In this cold world, this friendship was like a candlelight in the darkness, faint but precious.

On the one hand, she longed to recover as soon as possible, to deal with the crisis with her own strength, and no longer be a burden to others; on the other hand, she was afraid that once she took action, she would bring danger to them in advance.

She constantly speculated about the identity and purpose of the person behind this treachery. Was it a family enemy, or had she accidentally offended a powerful official in the court? Each possibility left her distraught.

She knew that only by finding the truth could she truly resolve the crisis, but now she was trapped here, with no information, and could only worry. Lu Yao sighed softly, not knowing what to do.

The chaotic thoughts in her mind prevented Lu Yao from falling asleep. At this time, Kankan came over with some medicine.

Qianqian tiptoed into the room and saw Lu Yao's eyes open, filled with fatigue and worry. She whispered, "Sister Lu, you're awake. This is freshly brewed medicine. Before she left, she specifically told me to make sure you drink it while it's hot. It's good for your injuries."

Lu Yao sat up slightly and forced a smile, "Thank you, Kanan." She looked at the bowl of steaming medicine, but in her heart she was thinking about Lin Wunian going out to find out information. She wondered if she was safe now and whether she had encountered any danger.

Kanan seemed to have read Lu Yao's thoughts. She placed the medicine on the small table beside the bed, sat down on the edge of the bed, and said, "Sister Lu, don't worry about the young master. I'm incredibly intelligent and familiar with the people and events in this city. I'll definitely return safely and bring back useful information. Your top priority now is to take care of your health so you can deal with what's next together."

Lu Yao sighed softly, "I know, but I'm just really uneasy. I shouldn't have implicated you, but now I've put you all in such danger."

Wan Wan held Lu Yao's hand and said seriously, "Sister Lu, you're being too polite. I've always valued friendship and loyalty, and there must be someone behind this who did it deliberately. We can't let the bad guys succeed."

Lu Yao felt the warmth from Kankan's hand, and the uneasiness in her heart eased slightly. She picked up the bowl of medicine and drank it all in one gulp. The bitter taste spread on her tongue, but it made her thoughts clearer.

Seeing that Lu Yao had not slept, Kankan was afraid that her injury would worsen, so she gave her some sleeping pills. After drinking the medicine, Lu Yao's consciousness gradually became blurred.

Kankan stayed by the bed, watching Lu Yao's face gradually calm down, and she breathed a sigh of relief. She was fully aware of Lu Yao's inner torment and worry, but she also understood that physical recovery was the foundation of coping with crises. In this turbulent situation, any negligence could lead to total failure.

"Sister Lu, just rest assured and get some sleep. When you wake up, maybe I'll be back with good news." Kankan murmured softly, as if comforting Lu Yao, or cheering herself up.

As Lu Yao drifted off to sleep, the room grew remarkably quiet, its gentle breathing echoing only. Qianqian sat nearby, her thoughts drifting. She recalled her past with Lin Wunian, the days they'd spent together, facing countless difficulties and challenges. But this crisis seemed particularly daunting.