Transmigration: Experiencing Life's End - Dying Peacefully in One's Sleep

Chapter 294 A Moment's Thought Across Mountains and Rivers 13

Chu Yuebai took down the men who started the fires with a single sword strike, finishing them off in no time.

Hearing the sounds of fighting coming from inside, she went in to help.

Qian Zhao saw her and came closer: "Are you alright?"

"It's nothing. Someone was trying to start a fire, but I stopped them," Chu Yuebai said casually, having dealt with the person opposite them with a single sword strike.

"Thanks to you, otherwise things would have been even more chaotic."

"Let's deal with these people first," Chu Yuebai said, speeding up her pace.

"Host, Yang Ying has been taken away by Zheng Qingyun. Should we chase after her now?" Xiao Qi reminded him.

“Don’t chase her. She won’t come to her senses even if we do. She has to see things for herself. Ning Yuanzhou and the others should be back soon, right?” Chu Yuebai said as she worked.

"Yes, they are on their way. Because of the drug the host gave Ren Ruyi, she ended it early."

Chu Yuebai nodded: "Then we'll wait for them to go after them later."

Before this was even over, Ren Ruyi and Ning Yuanzhou rushed back to help.

After dealing with the bandits, the gold was finally saved, and everyone split into several groups to chase after His Highness.

"Xiao Qi, go and guide Ning Yuanzhou and Ren Ruyi to chase after them, so that Yuan Lu doesn't get injured," Chu Yuebai said.

Seeing that there was something to do, Xiao Qi quickly replied, "Okay, host, I'll go do it right away."

"Okay, go ahead!"

Chu Yuebai had been busy all night, and there were enough of them, so she wasn't asked to go with them. She was assigned to stay at the post station with Qian Zhao.

She was rubbing her shoulders when she walked into the room and sat down. Suddenly, a pair of hands appeared on her shoulders and began massaging them.

Chu Yuebai closed her eyes, relaxed her body, and let him massage her to soothe her body.

"You must have been tired last night. You were busy all night too." Qian Zhao's voice came from behind him.

Chu Yuebai slowly said, "Yes, a little. I need to catch up on some sleep after they bring His Highness back."

"If you're sleepy, you should rest first," Qian Zhao said, looking at her with concern.

"No need, they'll probably be back soon. You've been busy all night too, and haven't rested yet."

Qian Zhao said, "It's different. This is my duty. You are not obligated to do these things."

"It's alright, we're all companions. I'll help even if it's just for you." Chu Yuebai stood up, turned around, pinched his cheek, and said with a smile.

Qian Zhao looked at her for a while, then stepped forward and hugged her, saying in a low voice, "Thank you."

After hugging for a while, Chu Yuebai pushed him away a little. Qian Zhao looked puzzled, and she smiled and said, "This kind of thanks isn't enough."

Just as Qian Zhao was about to ask how to thank her, he saw the deep meaning in her eyes and understood instantly, his ears burning.

"Hahaha." Chu Yuebai laughed, and he could only look at her helplessly.

After His Highness was brought back and examined and found to be without major problems, Chu Yuebai planned to go to sleep.

Ren Ruyi walked towards her: "You were right. The Zhu Yiwei men kidnapped my mother. I have to thank you for the sleeping potion. I owe you a favor."

"No need to be so polite, we're all colleagues." After saying that, Chu Yuebai yawned, "I've been busy all night, I'll go and rest now."

"Okay, go ahead!" Ren Ruyi said with a smile.

Chu Yuebai nodded and went back to her room. After she fell asleep, Qian Zhao finished his work, took a bath, and then went into the room.

He walked to the bedside, sat down, looked at Chu Yuebai's face for a while, then got into bed and held her as they slept.

Chu Yuebai felt the familiar presence, naturally lifted her leg and placed it on him, then continued to sleep.

Qian Zhao smiled, leaned in and kissed her on the cheek, looked at her, and then moved to her lips.

After a brief encounter, he restrained himself, patted her back, closed his eyes, and fell asleep.

The next day, when Chu Yuebai woke up, she was all alone.

"How come I remember that I didn't sleep alone last night?"

“Host, if you remember correctly, Qian Zhao did come over last night.”

Chu Yuebai said that although she was confused, she hadn't misjudged the situation: "Mm."

Just then, the door was pushed open from the outside, and Qian Zhao walked in: "You're awake? Did you get enough rest?"

Seeing Chu Yuebai sitting on the bed in a daze, a smile appeared on his face.

"Hmm, I'm hungry!" Chu Yuebai said, looking at him.

"I've prepared some food for you, I'll go get it for you now," Qian Zhao said, turning to leave.

Chu Yuebai nodded: "You go ahead, I need to get up first too."

"Okay, take your time." Qian Zhao said and went out first.

After everyone left, Chu Yuebai went into her space to wash up. She was too lazy to put her hair up, so she just brushed her teeth and washed her face before coming out.

Then he walked to the side, picked up his coat and put it on, then sat down at the table to wait.

A moment later, Qian Zhao came in carrying a tray. He had prepared some light food. Chu Yuebai propped her head up with one hand and watched him walk up to her.

After setting out all the food, Qian Zhao sat down next to her and said, "It's ready, let's eat."

"Okay," Chu Yuebai nodded.

Looking at her long, loose hair, Qian Zhao asked, "Why didn't you tie your hair up today?"

Chu Yuebai didn't even look up, and casually said, "I was too lazy to move just now."

She always found this ancient hairstyle troublesome.

"How about I help you?" Qian Zhao hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"Can you do it?" Chu Yuebai's eyes lit up.

Qian Zhao shook his head: "I haven't tried it, but I can learn."

“Okay, you can try it later.” Chu Yuebai nodded.

After finishing her meal, she sat in front of her dressing table, and Qian Zhao stood behind her, combing her hair with a comb.

Looking at her long, smooth, black hair, he reached out and ran his hand through it, and the feel was just as good as he had imagined.

Finally, with Chu Yuebai's guidance and Qian Zhao's strong hands-on skills, he styled her hair in a simple way.

Chu Yuebai looked in the mirror and nodded: "Not bad. From now on, when I'm too lazy to do it, I'll leave it to you."

"Okay." Qian Zhao nodded, feeling quite pleased to tie her hair up.

After he finished, he walked to the table, packed his things, and prepared to leave. Chu Yuebai waved to him.

"Come here!"

Qian Zhao walked over, puzzled: "What's wrong?"

"I was asleep when you came over yesterday, but I'll be waiting for you tonight!" Chu Yuebai said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Qian Zhao lowered his gaze and nodded with a stiff face: "Mm!"

She waved her hand: "Go ahead, you go ahead and get busy."

Qian Zhao turned and walked out, a smile flashing in his eyes.

"Host, he turned around and smiled!" Xiao Qi raised her hand and tattled.

Chu Yuebai chuckled: "Hahaha, you're a bit of a closet pervert, I get it!"

Xiao Qi thought of something: "Host, it will be inconvenient for you to follow them once we arrive in Andu."

Chu Yuebai nodded: "Yes, after all, my origins are unknown, and whatever they do will be under the surveillance of Emperor An and the Zhu Yiwei."

"So, host, will you be staying at an inn?"

"Of course, I'll take this opportunity to visit Anguo. Keep an eye on them and let me know if anything happens."

“Okay, host, leave it to me.” Xiao Qi nodded.