Forced love, an inescapable fate

But she had clearly asked Jiang Ci before, asking him if he was willing to go back. At that time he said that he was willing to live here with her. Why would he ask her such a question again today? He really was just a child, changing so quickly.

I'm afraid they had just escaped death and he had no time to think about this problem. Now they have settled down and he is a prince. What's more, no matter what, that is his home. How could he not want to go back?

But if he really wants to go back, what should I do?

Mu Qingli frowned and thought.

Jiang Ci then asked another question: "Sister, have you ever thought about what would happen to us if the people of Qi found us? We are still within the territory of Qi. As long as they want to find us, it is only a matter of time."

Jiang Ci's words undoubtedly made Mu Qingli's heart tremble. She had thought about this problem before. Although she knew that the communication and transportation at that time would not allow them to be found too quickly, it was indeed a matter of sooner or later. It goes without saying what would happen to her and Jiang Ci by then. But she always thought lucky that the place they were in was just a small town, and she had not told the outside world about her and Jiang Ci's true identities. Now, the only people who knew their true identities were Wan Yue and Bai Yu and Su Minsheng. But based on her observation of these people, they should not betray herself and Jiang Ci. Moreover, when getting along with them, she also consciously instilled in them that she and Jiang Ci were avoiding enemies, and told them to keep it secret. But what if, if the royal family of Qi offered a reward or something, facing the temptation of money, how many people could really stick to their promise? Besides, she had only known them for a short time, and all she saw was the surface. Who could guarantee it?

The more Mu Qingli thought about it, the more frightened she became. Jiang Ci's reminder made her realize that her consideration was still one-sided. But now the shop has just opened, and she has put in a lot of thought and effort. If she leaves now, she really can't bear to leave. Moreover, if they really want to return to Jingguo, they must prepare money for the journey. How can the money they have now be enough? Moreover, Jiang Ci's body still needs Su Minsheng's treatment, so this matter cannot be rushed.

Jiang Ci noticed that her expression was gradually becoming serious, so he didn't say anything more and waited for her answer in silence.

After a long time, Mu Qingli seemed to have made a decision. She slowly raised her head and looked at Jiang Ci.

"Brother, you're right. I thought it was too simple. But now is not a good time for us to leave. It is indeed unsafe for us to be here, but for your health, we need to stay here for a while longer. Once the poison in your body is completely eliminated, we will leave. Sister will send you back to Shangjing. I will also try to be careful during this period. As for the academy, you don't need to go for now. Mr. Bai's level is no worse than the teachers in the academy. You can study with Mr. Bai at home. It will be safer this way, and I will feel at ease."

Jiang Ci knew that this matter could not be rushed, and his goal had been achieved, so he nodded obediently.

"Thank you for your hard work, sister. I will listen carefully to what Mr. Bai says."

"Well, then you go back to your room and rest. I'll go help Wanyue pack her things for tomorrow."

"Okay, sister, you should rest early after you finish your work."

"understood."

Looking at Jiang Ci's departing back, Mu Qingli felt as if a stone was pressing on her heart, and the joy of the successful opening of the shop today disappeared.

If she really goes back to Jingguo with Jiang Ci, will she still have the chance to do what she wants without any restraint like she does now? And as for the person that Jiang Ci just mentioned who had a childhood engagement with her original self, if she really goes back, can she really get rid of the constraints brought to her by her original identity?

Just thinking about this made her feel a little discouraged.

Forget it, it’s useless to think too much, just take it one step at a time.

Mu Qingli shook her head, cleared the table and walked towards the kitchen. Bai Yu had already left, leaving only Wan Yue busy in the kitchen, but she was obviously a little absent-minded at this time.

When Mu Qingli went in, she saw that she had put the ingredients for tomorrow's use in the wrong place several times. Thinking that she was too tired today, she asked her to go back and rest.

"Wanyue, go back to your room and rest. I'll take care of the rest. You've worked hard today. I feel a little embarrassed that you've done all the heavy work in the store."

After hearing this, Wanyue's expression was a little complicated. She was about to say that she was not tired, but when she thought of what Bai Yu had just said, she hesitated again. In the end, she just nodded and left the room.

Mu Qingli is simple-minded and not good at guessing people's hearts. She has lived a carefree life since she was a child. She grew up carefree under the care of her parents and family. She has hardly encountered any setbacks in her life. She has a close friend at school and has not encountered any bumps. It can be said that her twenty years of life have been basically smooth sailing. However, she did not expect that her soul would be used by others after she traveled to another world. If one day she knew all the truth, would she still have the courage to accept these truths?

Time passed by in a flash. The "Listen to the Wind Sing" fruit tea shop was doing very good and basically stable business. Mu Qingli's prices were not high and were within the acceptable range of the residents in the town. Later, she developed many new products, which were very popular with the residents in the town. In addition, the climate in Qi State was hot, so her fruit tea sold very well and she made money.

Jiang Ci's injury recovered quickly. After he recovered, he followed Bai Yu to practice martial arts, every move within Mu Qingli's sight, and he did not fall behind in his studies. Mu Qingli couldn't help but feel gratified seeing him studying diligently every day. Since that night when he mentioned returning to Jingguo, the two of them never mentioned it again.

Two years passed like this. Although Mu Qingli lived in fear during these two years, fortunately, no one from the royal family of Qi came to find her, and she felt extremely lucky.

Over the past two years, the business of the shop has been as stable as ever. In the second month after the shop opened, she recruited several young girls to work as clerks. The pressure on her and Wanyue was greatly reduced. She also built several houses in the courtyard and recruited several maids and guards. These so-called maids and guards were naturally the secret guards arranged by Bai Yu.

Jiang Ci has grown a lot taller. Before, Mu Qingli was a little taller than him, but in just two years, he has become more than half a head taller than Mu Qingli, and his body has also become much stronger. Mu Qingli attributed everything to Bai Yu.

On the surface, the town was still calm, but undercurrents were surging. However, ordinary people could not feel these things, and this included Mu Qingli.