The Divine Doctor and Adorable Consort: The Demonic Emperor is Too Cunning

Xuanhuang noticed that Fang Qingyou was unwilling to kneel, so he subtly stopped her.

It's rare for His Highness to be interested in someone, so why would he make things difficult for her? Besides, the abilities she has demonstrated have already earned his respect.

“Young man, although you have completed the autopsy report, the case is not yet closed. We are afraid we may have to trouble you again in the future.” Xuanhuang was exceptionally polite in his words.

"How can it be troublesome? Assisting you in solving the case is my responsibility. Lord Huang, if there is anything I can do for you in this case, just come to me. I will be at your service and follow your lead." Fang Qingyou had a good impression of Xuanhuang. He was truly a good official who cared about the people's plight. Not only did he give her the reward money now, but his intervention also saved her the trouble of kneeling.

Xuanhuang smiled and nodded: "That's very good."

At this moment, Guard Zheng brought over a red lacquered wooden box about five inches long: "Lord Huang, this is the reward of one hundred taels for answering the imperial edict."

Guard Zheng was puzzled. Lord Huang hadn't even looked at the young man's autopsy record yet, so how could he be so sure that the record would help solve the case?

However, considering that Xuanhuang's actions represented the Eighth Prince Luo Qianmo's intentions, he dared not question anything.

Xuanhuang glanced at the wooden box: "Hmm, give this bounty to this young man!"

"Yes." Guard Zheng bowed and accepted the order, then walked a few steps to Fang Qingyou and opened the wooden box: "Young man, this is your reward of one hundred taels. Take a look, and if there are no problems, please accept it."

In that instant, Fang Qingyou's eyes lit up; the golden light filled her with ecstasy.

Gold! This is a hundred taels of gold!

With this gold, she wouldn't need to struggle for a living for a long time, and her family would live a very comfortable life.

"Thank you, Brother Bing! Thank you, Lord Huang!" Fang Qingyou could tell at a glance that the gold in the wooden box was genuine. So after thanking Guard Zheng and Xuanhuang, she immediately reached out and took the wooden box.

However, as she caught it, her arms suddenly sank downwards, almost causing her to drop the wooden box.

Fang Qingyou almost cried. She had to get her body back in shape as soon as possible. The weight of the hundred taels of gold plus the wooden box was only about ten kilograms, but she couldn't even lift it.

At this moment, the handsome young swordsman approached him, his voice clear and his smile friendly: "Young brother, let me help you carry it."

"Thank you for your kindness, young hero, but no need, I can carry it myself." Fang Qingyou glanced at the handsome young hero and shook her head vigorously. Although he seemed to be well-off and genuinely wanted to help her, one can never judge a book by its cover. Who knew if he would just run away with the wooden box?

It's not that she doesn't trust people, it's just that she's really short of money.

As she spoke, Fang Qingyou deliberately lifted the wooden box even higher to show that she could actually lift it.

Of course, at the same time, she secretly hugged the wooden box even tighter.

"Lord Huang, Guard Zheng, please continue with your work. I won't disturb you any longer. I'll be leaving now. And young hero, thank you all for today. I'll be going now. Until we meet again." Fang Qingyou said goodbye to the group again, then quickly picked up the wooden box and left.

This scene made Guard Zheng want to laugh. This little guy's small frame couldn't even lift a knife, yet he was still holding onto such a heavy wooden box and wouldn't let go!

But thinking about it, it makes sense. If you gave him a hundred taels of gold, he probably wouldn't trust anyone else with it.

Seeing Fang Qingyou running away in such a hurry, Xuanhuang also smiled. This woman is really interesting. I wonder if Your Highness is investigating her because you want to bring her under your command?

Fang Qingyou managed to run away, but the handsome young swordsman quickly caught up, calling after her as he ran, "Young man, don't rush off, wait for me—"

Fang Qingyou didn't want to wait, but she was carrying a wooden box and couldn't run at all. She had only run a few steps when the handsome young swordsman caught up with her.

At this moment, Fang Qingyou suddenly remembered that the handsome young swordsman seemed to be heading to the South Gate. She had promised to take him there after she finished her business, so he was probably looking for her for this reason.

Therefore, she said apologetically, "Young hero, I'm so sorry, I almost forgot what I promised you. Thank you for your help today. Now, shall I escort you to the South Gate?"

Although carrying the wooden box was tiring, it was something she had promised, so she couldn't go back on her word. Besides, the handsome young hero had helped her a lot, so now it was her turn to help him.

The handsome young swordsman smiled and shook his head: "I'm not going to the South Gate."

"Oh? Where do you want to go, young hero? I can take you there." When she said this, Fang Qingyou was actually a little unsure, because she was not very familiar with Yunjing City. However, as long as the handsome young hero wanted to go somewhere, she would take him there even if she had to ask for directions along the way.

Fang Qingyou was full of fighting spirit, but the handsome young swordsman gave her a startling answer: "I'll just follow you."

"Why?" Fang Qingyou asked subconsciously.

"I want to protect you! What if someone tries to rob you while you're carrying such a hundred taels of gold?" the handsome young swordsman said with a serious expression.

Upon hearing the first half of the handsome young hero's words, Fang Qingyou was about to say that she didn't need protection, but upon hearing the second half, she quickly said with gratitude in her eyes, "Young hero, you are truly chivalrous!"

Fang Qingyou was always worried about the security here, otherwise she wouldn't have disguised herself as a man when she went out to practice medicine.

With her small frame, how could she possibly resist if she were robbed?

The handsome young swordsman smiled brightly, and for some reason, Fang Qingyou felt that there was a clear look of longing in his eyes.

After the two left the Nanguan County government office, the handsome young swordsman suddenly turned to Fang Qingyou and said, "Young brother, my name is Yi Lingyun. I wonder if we can become friends?"

Fang Qingyou was stunned. Making friends? How sudden! She wasn't prepared at all!

But Yi Lingyun's serious gaze suddenly reminded her that he had asked her before, "She's fourteen years old, why doesn't she have an Adam's apple yet?"

The thought of this problem made Fang Qingyou deeply realize that she should cherish her life and stay away from Yi Lingyun, this naive and innocent young hero.

“Young Master Yi, you are a man of great chivalry, while I am but a crude country bumpkin. We…”

Before Fang Qingyou could finish speaking, Yi Lingyun interrupted her excitedly: "Young brother, you are mistaken. Friendship should not be limited by status. Do you think I am not sincere? If you are willing, I can become sworn brothers with you right now!"

Seeing Yi Lingyun like this, Fang Qingyou really thought he might actually ask her to become sworn brothers on the spot, so she quickly said, "Young Master Yi, you misunderstand. I would be more than happy to be your friend."

Upon hearing this, Yi Lingyun smiled again: "Young man, what's your name?"