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"How did Xiaokang know I was here?" Seeing his figure approaching, Jing Chunxi's face was instantly filled with smiles, his eyes flashing with surprise, but deep down he was still full of curiosity.

She had thought she had done this without anyone noticing, but he had discovered her. Xiaokang's figure stood tall in the dim moonlight, his eyes brimming with reproach, yet also with concern.

"Call me Brother Xiaokang!" the young man corrected her with a hint of annoyance in his voice, as if he wasn't happy with her way of addressing him. His brows furrowed slightly, and his tone was serious, as if he was emphasizing something important.

Jing Chunxi was slightly stunned, then realized that his previous address might not be appropriate, so he quickly changed his words with a hint of flattery in his voice: "Xiaokang~Brother, why are you here?"

Immediately, her left hand was tightly grasped by a slightly cold hand. Xiaokang's movements were swift and powerful. Although his hand was a little cold, he held it tightly, as if he was afraid that Jing Chunxi would suddenly disappear.

He lowered his voice and said, "Let's talk after we get out." Then he pulled her towards the other side of the wall. Jing Chunxi was practically being dragged along by him, her steps stumbling, but she didn't resist, just following him with some difficulty.

Jing Chunxi turned around and said loudly to Qiyue behind him: "Qiyue, take good care of Xiao Tianbao. I will be back before dawn."

July's voice drifted over softly: "I understand, don't worry, Miss."

"You're pulling me hard." After Qiyue left, Xiaokang stopped talking and just held Jing Chunxi's hand tightly, walking quickly in one direction. His steps were firm and powerful, and he took Jing Chunxi and lightly jumped over a bush and went around in another direction.

However, Jing Chunxi's wrist was tightened by his grip, and she couldn't help but cry out in pain. Xiaokang seemed to realize that he had used too much force, and he loosened his grip slightly, but did not stop. He turned his head and said in a blaming tone, "You are too brave!" His voice was stern, blaming her for her recklessness.

The side door was only a few feet away, and the wall was only six feet high. Xiaokang pointed with his free hand and whispered, "Right here, pay attention...!" As soon as he finished speaking, he pulled Jing Chunxi along for a few steps.

The moment he soared into the air, he suddenly let go of Jing Chunxi's hand and immediately put his arm around her waist. Like a roc spreading its wings, the two of them soared swiftly, easily leaping over the six-foot-high wall. They landed safely in the alley outside the wall, and Xiaokang finally let go of Jing Chunxi's waist.

The moment he let go of her waist, Xiaokang sighed, his tone filled with both doting and helplessness: "If anything happens to you, my...grandfather, grandmother and third uncle will be worried."

Jing Chunxi's heart warmed when she heard this, but she didn't respond immediately. Instead, she chose to ignore his criticism for the time being. After all, he didn't know his superpowers, and if she talked too much, he wouldn't be able to empathize with her. Besides, it wasn't the right time to make excuses.

After taking her through many twists and turns, passing through many streets and several alleys, Xiaokang finally stopped in front of a large mansion. In the dim starlight, Jing Chunxi looked towards the gate of the mansion.

The house is quite old, likely a century-old residence with a rich history. Above the door, inscribed in large Wei-style script, are the characters "Cui Mansion." This gate evokes a sense of enduring strength, yet remaining unshaken, still radiating an awe-inspiring, inviolable spirit of righteousness.

Jing Chunxi stood at the door and couldn't help but sigh at the solemnity of the house, as if every brick and tile carried a heavy history.

The secret guard opened the side door from inside. For some reason, when Jing Chunxi took his first step in, before he had time to take a look at the scene inside the house, he felt that this century-old house was also full of stories and mysteries.

Xiaokang took her straight to the study in the front yard and asked considerately, "Are you tired? Do you want to rest?" The concern in his voice made Jing Chunxi feel very warm.

Then, the servant who came in with the teapot and cakes put them down and was dismissed by him with a wave of his hand. They were the only two left in the room, and the atmosphere seemed a little quiet.

"Not tired! I slept enough on the boat!" Jing Chunxi said, and was pushed to sit opposite him. He still looked unhappy, especially when he mentioned the boat, his face became even gloomier.

But he still poured a cup of warm tea and pushed it in front of Jing Chunxi. Jing Chunxi covered his cold hands with the teacup and instantly felt a lot warmer, even his heart felt warmed up.

She looked up at him with a smile, also trying to lighten the mood: "I was planning to go to Jian'an Pharmacy after I got out. I wanted to contact Brother Xiaokang as soon as possible. Why are you here?"

Jing Chunxi was genuinely curious. How had he discovered her the moment she entered Jian'an City? If a large group of people had entered the city, a little noise would have been understandable, but now she was alone, bound and masked, entering the city in the middle of the night, so she could be said to have entered the city unnoticed.

He suddenly said seriously: "I was ready to pick you up at Jian'an Wharf, but I didn't expect you to go ashore in Minqing County. When I arrived..." At this point, Xiaokang put away his expression and stared at her with a serious look that had never been seen before.

It was obvious that he was really angry. He was blaming Jing Chunxi for rushing out and putting himself in danger: "Why are you so careless? With your mediocre kung fu, you'd die ten times over."

Seeing Jing Chunxi remain silent and unrepentant, Xiaokang couldn't contain his anger. He glared at her, his voice stern, "Do you know how dangerous this is? If something happens, how will I explain it to your family?" His voice was not loud, but it was strong, making Jing Chunxi feel a little guilty.

But he knew his own abilities. Jing Chunxi lowered his voice considerably, but still said stubbornly, "We have made all the arrangements. There will be no danger. Don't worry, Brother Xiaokang."

She tried to lighten the mood with a lighthearted tone, but Xiaokang clearly wasn't buying it. He glared at her, a look of helplessness in his eyes: "You've arranged it? Do you know how complicated the situation is in the mountains of Yongtai County? You're playing with your life!"

Two white, tender fingers, like scallions, touched the thousand-sheet cake on the plate. Xiaokang finally stopped blaming Jing Chunxi, but his mood remained sour. He watched Jing Chunxi eat the cake with a hint of doting in his eyes. "Eat more. Tomorrow morning I'll take you to try other cakes in Jian'an." His voice suddenly became very gentle as he said this.

After watching Jing Chunxi take two bites of his cake, he continued, "I've already sent people to investigate the situation on the mountain in Yongtai County. I'm just waiting for the right opportunity. You don't need to take any risks. I just want you to come here as soon as possible."

As he spoke, Jing Chunxi seemed a little confused, as if he didn't quite understand what he was saying. Xiaokang added, "Most of the mountains where you are imprisoned belong to Yongtai County."

So that's how it is, Jing Chunxi understood. He seemed to have heard someone say that it was the junction of three counties, and perhaps the entire mountain range belonged to different counties.

As he spoke, Jing Chunxi had already eaten a large piece of Qianye cake. She thought it was quite delicious! She was still not satisfied and picked up a second piece. Only then did Xiaokang's mouth curl slightly, and his expression was no longer so serious.

Looking at Jing Chunxi, he said, "There are many delicious cakes in Jian'an. I'll take you to taste them some other day." His voice was a little too doting, as if he was treating her like a child.

"That won't do. I have to go back before daybreak. Little Sweetie will cry if she can't see me." Jing Chunxi raised her head and looked at Xiaokang with a very determined look. She knew her responsibilities and that Little Sweetie couldn't leave her.

Xiaokang's eyes flashed with disappointment, but he finally nodded: "I'll take you home and pack up the thousand-leaf cake for you to take back. You can try the others later."