From cannon fodder villain to beloved heroine

Yan Ruyu's eyes were as sharp as a hawk's, as if they could pierce through all illusions and reach the truth.

Her slender fingers tapped lightly on the table, one tap after another. The rhythmic tapping was exceptionally clear in the quiet room, as if it were tapping on everyone's heart.

The male protagonist stood beside her, his gaze firm and unwavering, like a rock.

“I’ll go with you.” His voice was deep and powerful, carrying a reassuring strength.

As night fell, the city fell silent, save for the occasional bark of a dog, which added to the eerie atmosphere.

A damp atmosphere filled the air, carrying a faint smell of blood that sent chills down one's spine.

The two walked side by side in the dark alley, their steps light and silent.

The houses on both sides of the alley were dark, like lurking monsters that might open their bloody mouths at any moment and devour them.

Suddenly, several dark figures descended from the sky and surrounded the two of them.

They were dressed in black, their faces covered, revealing only a pair of cold eyes, like ghosts in the dark night, exuding a suffocating sense of oppression.

"Who are you?" Yan Ruyu asked coldly, without a trace of fear in her voice.

The man in black did not answer, but launched an attack directly.

The blades flashed and gleamed, their cold light flickering like venomous snakes, aimed straight for the two men's vital points.

Yan Ruyu was fearless, nimbly dodging the attacks. At the same time, she activated her system!

With a flick of her wrist, a silver needle shot out like lightning, striking one of the men in black's pressure points.

The man in black was instantly immobilized, standing frozen in place like a wooden stake.

"That's it?" Yan Ruyu raised an eyebrow, her tone carrying a hint of disdain.

At the same time, a series of hurried footsteps came from afar, and Xu, the male protagonist, appeared at the alley entrance. His face was gloomy, and his eyes flashed with cold killing intent.

"Who dares to touch her!"

Seeing that things were not going well, the men in black retreated, trying to escape.

"Trying to run?" Yan Ruyu sneered. "Not so easy!" Another silver needle appeared in her hand...

The silver needles pierced the air with a whistling sound, accurately hitting the pressure points of the remaining men in black.

They didn't even have time to scream before they collapsed to the ground like puppets with broken strings.

"With this level of skill, you dare to ambush your grandma?" Yan Ruyu clapped her hands, looking completely nonchalant, as if she had just done something insignificant.

The male protagonist walked up to her, his eyes full of admiration: "As expected of my woman, you're amazing!"

"Stop talking nonsense," Yan Ruyu glanced at him, then squatted down and began interrogating the man in black.

The system was great; it directly redeemed a "True Word Pill," saving me a lot of effort.

The man in black, his eyes unfocused, confessed everything in detail, like a puppet on a string.

It turns out they were members of a mysterious organization that planned to control the city by spreading disease for their own gain.

"Good heavens, quite the appetite!" Yan Ruyu sneered. This conspiracy was more dramatic than any TV drama.

After obtaining all the information, Yan Ruyu and Xu Nanzhu immediately went to the palace to inform the emperor and the city officials about the matter.

"Outrageous!" Upon hearing this, the emperor flew into a rage and ordered a thorough investigation into the matter.

The officials looked at Yan Ruyu with admiration. This girl was truly courageous!

After the news spread, the people of the city were even more grateful to Yan Ruyu.

"Miss Yan is truly our savior!" "If it weren't for her, we don't know how much longer we would have been kept in the dark!"

Looking at the grateful gazes of the crowd, Yan Ruyu felt a surge of warmth in her heart.

She smiled slightly, about to speak, when she suddenly felt a tightening around her waist...

The male protagonist, Xu, pulled Yan Ruyu into his arms, his voice trembling with excitement: "Yu'er, you're amazing! I admire you so much!" His deep eyes reflected Yan Ruyu's confident and radiant figure, as if she were the only person in the world.

His gaze was so intense it seemed to melt her.

Yan Ruyu was taken aback by his sudden hug, then a sweet smile appeared on her lips.

She gently leaned against Xu's chest, feeling his strong heartbeat, and a surge of happiness welled up inside her.

Seeing this, the surrounding officials and ordinary people all cast their blessings in their eyes, and the air was filled with pink bubbles, it was so sweet!

Upon returning to the palace, the emperor was overjoyed and immediately intended to bestow great honors upon Yan Ruyu.

However, Yan Ruyu unexpectedly refused.

"Your Majesty, this is all thanks to everyone. I dare not take credit for it all." Her tone was sincere and her attitude humble, without the slightest hint of arrogance.

When these words were spoken, all the civil and military officials in the court were shocked.

This girl doesn't play by the rules!

Everyone stared wide-eyed, as if they had witnessed something unbelievable.

The emperor was also taken aback, then burst into laughter: "Good! What a fine example of not being arrogant! I knew I hadn't misjudged you!" His gaze towards Yan Ruyu was full of admiration. This girl was truly a rare and clear-headed person!

Yan Ruyu smiled slightly, secretly relieved: Thank goodness, I've managed to maintain my persona!

She didn't want to become the target of everyone's criticism; after all, the bigger the tree, the more the wind will blow against it!

"Yu'er, why..." The male protagonist Xu walked to Yan Ruyu's side and asked in a low voice.

Yan Ruyu smiled mysteriously: "I have a brilliant plan..."

With the deafening sound of gongs and drums, the crackling of firecrackers, and the resounding joyful music, the entire city was immersed in a festive atmosphere.

The streets were packed with people, all with bright smiles on their faces, as lively as if it were Chinese New Year.

"Miss Yan is truly a living Bodhisattva reincarnated!" "Indeed, if it weren't for her, we would all be dead long ago!" The people discussed among themselves, their gratitude towards Yan Ruyu overflowing.

Yan Ruyu and Xu, the male protagonist, walked hand in hand down the bustling street, receiving blessings from the crowd.

Yan Ruyu wore a fiery red dress that accentuated her snow-white skin and radiant complexion, making her look like a blooming peony, delicate and beautiful.

The male lead, Xu, wore a moon-white robe, exuding a gentle and refined air. The two of them standing together resembled a perfect couple, envied by all.

"This wave, we have to lock it down!" someone shouted, which immediately caused a burst of laughter from the surrounding crowd.

Yan Ruyu and the male lead Xu smiled at each other, their eyes filled with sweetness.

The shops on both sides of the street have reopened, and the dazzling array of goods is overwhelming.

The vendors' cries and the children's laughter blended together to create a joyful melody.

The air was filled with the aroma of various delicacies, making one's mouth water.

In the roadside flowerbeds, colorful flowers compete for beauty, emitting a refreshing fragrance.

Everything was full of life, as if the city had been given a new life.

Just as everyone was immersed in this sea of ​​joy, a rapid sound of horses' hooves suddenly came from afar, the "clatter clatter..." sound growing louder as it approached, breaking the tranquility.

The previously noisy crowd gradually quieted down, and everyone's eyes turned towards the direction from which the sound came.

A cloud of dust rose, and a fine horse galloped towards them, its rider dressed in a tight-fitting outfit and with a serious expression.

Yan Ruyu and Xu, the male protagonist, exchanged a glance, both feeling a sense of doubt.

What does this sudden sound of horses' hooves signify?

The surrounding people whispered among themselves, speculating about the identity and purpose of the newcomer.

There was a tense atmosphere in the air, like the calm before the storm.

The sound of hooves grew closer and closer, and finally, the horse stopped in front of everyone.

The man on horseback dismounted and strode to Yan Ruyu and Xu Nanzhu, clasping his hands in a fist salute and speaking urgently: "Miss Yan, Young Master Xu, the Emperor summons you!"

Yan Ruyu and Xu Nanzhu were both startled upon hearing this.

What exactly was the purpose of the Emperor's summons?

Could it be...

Yan Ruyu's eyes flashed as she looked at Xu, the male protagonist, and said in a voice only the two of them could hear, "It seems things aren't that simple..."