He's spoiled rotten; that wolf cub knows how to flirt and be affectionate.

Two days later, Qu Yi sat by the window, resting her chin on her hand and watching the people coming and going below.

Suddenly, his gaze paused, and he glanced at an inconspicuous corner.

A glimpse of a blue garment flashed by.

Lu Baiyu asked, "What's wrong, Senior Sister?"

Qu Yi: "It's nothing."

Lu Baiyu pursed his thin lips and glanced at Yu Ming. Yu Ming understood and nodded slightly.

That evening, Yu Ming returned home and knelt before Lu Baiyu.

"Yin Yuanqing's men are monitoring us. They must have discovered the young lady today, and they'll most likely come knocking on our door tomorrow."

It was expected that Yin Yuanqing would discover them, since they had made no attempt to conceal their whereabouts.

But then they came knocking...

Lu Baiyu chuckled lightly: "Then let's go."

His hand unconsciously tightened a little.

"Kacha!"

A crack appeared in the white porcelain cup, but the tea inside remained completely still.

Yu Ming quickly lowered his head, utterly horrified.

Qu Yi was unaware of all this; she finished her bath and was about to go to sleep.

The red-banded snake straightened its body, and its pair of sharp eyes inexplicably had a kind of silly look, losing nine-tenths of its attack power.

[Host, you're slacking off!]

【I don't. 】

What are you doing now?

[Didn't I bring Lu Baiyu with me? To protect him closely.]

3333 was so angry that its teeth itched, and its long, thin tail slapped the table, making a "bang bang" sound.

Qu Yi looked on in confusion, and a voice echoed in her mind.

[Limited-time task: Complete one instance of close protection within five days. The level of close protection will be judged by the system. If the standard is met, a task start reminder will be triggered.]

【……】

The next day was peaceful all day, so peaceful that Qu Yi was somewhat surprised.

She guessed that Yin Yuanqing should come to see her today.

As evening approached, Qu Yi thought Yin Yuanqing wouldn't come, but when she went out for a while and came back, there was someone sitting in the room.

The orange candlelight illuminated his face, highlighting his well-defined features—a strong yet delicate face—and his eyes filled with tender affection.

No wonder the original owner became so addicted to it that she couldn't extricate herself.

Having lived in Bright Moon Valley for a long time, she developed a naive and innocent personality. As soon as she came out, she met a scumbag and was taken advantage of in no time.

Yin Yuanqing's eyes lit up, and he walked over to take her hand.

She deliberately avoided his movements.

Yin Yuanqing's body stiffened for a moment, then immediately relaxed, saying, "Are you angry? I've written you so many letters, and you haven't replied to any of them. I'm not angry yet."

"Don't write for me anymore."

"Of course, now that you're back, with you right here in person, how could I possibly write a letter to ease my longing?"

Yin Yuanqing said a bunch of saccharine sweet nothings before finally getting back on track.

"Qu'er, did you bring it...?"

"No."

"...It's alright, it's alright. I know my own injury. Even without that medicine, it won't be a big deal. With proper care, I should be able to stay with you for decades. It's just that you might have to watch me leave. The thought of that makes my heart ache. You know, I'm not afraid of anything else, but I'm afraid that after I leave, there will be no one to wipe away your tears."

Yin Yuanqing sighed and continued, "Before, when you didn't reply to my letters, I thought something had happened to you. I was about to go to Mingyue Valley to find you, but my father almost beat me to death. He was probably afraid that I would die if I entered Gray Slope. But how could he understand my feelings? I miss you so much."

Qu Yi's expression was somewhat complicated: "You told your father?"

Yin Yuanqing smiled happily and said firmly, "Of course I'm serious. If I didn't want to marry you, why would I say so much to you? Father already knows. Now that you're back, I can ask Father to prepare the betrothal gifts for me. Father also said he wants to meet the Valley Master. They haven't met since the Battle of the Champions."

Qu Yi's eyes flickered: "Your injury..."

Yin Yuanqing waved his hand: "It's alright. A grown man shouldn't fall down because of a small injury. You don't need to worry."