Your Highness, please stop chasing me.

The next day, Mu Xue got up early. She sat in the courtyard, staring blankly at the flowers that were beginning to wither.

Ye Shangyuan walked behind Mu Xue, draped the cloak over her shoulders, and said, "Autumn is here, and it's chilly in the mornings and evenings. Don't catch a cold."

"Thank you," Mu Xue said with a smile, then asked, "Why is Your Highness up so early too?"

"Ahem," Ye Shangyuan coughed lightly, then said in a low voice, "Last night Mu Mu agreed to let me accompany you to the Mu residence, and I was afraid you would change your mind."

Upon hearing this, Mu Xue smiled and asked, "So, Your Highness was afraid I would run away, so you got up early to block my door?"

Ye Shangyuan nodded sheepishly; Mu Xue had indeed guessed correctly this time.

Mu Xue pinched Ye Shangyuan's cheek and said, "Ye Shangyuan, how can you be so childish?"

Ye Shangyuan didn't dodge and let Mu Xue pinch his cheeks. He was very happy that Mu Xue could be so relaxed and close to him!

Perhaps it was because Ye Shangyuan's gaze was too direct, Mu Xue realized that her actions were seen as somewhat open by people of this dynasty.

She withdrew her hand sheepishly, then, as if remembering something, turned and asked, "Do you think that if I go to the Mu residence later, General Mu and Young Master Mu will kick me out without saying a word when they see me?"

Seeing Mu Xue's serious question, Ye Shangyuan replied solemnly, "If anyone dares to kick Mu Mu out of the manor, I'll have Leng Quan throw them out first. What does Mu Mu think?"

The sound of clapping rang out, and Mu Xue said with a smile, "Hmm, as expected of the mighty and domineering Regent! He's even showing off his power in someone else's residence, impressive!"

Ye Shangyuan choked, feeling that no matter how he answered, it was wrong.

Just then, Leng Quan walked in. He bowed and stood next to Ye Shangyuan, saying, "Your Highness, Your Highness, breakfast is ready, and the carriage is also prepared."

Ye Shangyuan stood up and handed the hand to Mu Xue.

Mu Xue looked at Ye Shangyuan, then at his hand, before placing her own hand in Ye Shangyuan's.

With a gentle push, Mu Xue almost fell into Ye Shangyuan's arms. Mu Xue playfully punched him, then walked straight towards the dining room without even glancing at Leng Quan, who was secretly laughing to himself.

By the time Mu Xue and Ye Shangyuan arrived at the Mu residence, it was already quite late.

Mu Xue showed no intention of getting off the carriage even after it stopped.

Seeing Mu Xue's clenched hands, Ye Shangyuan comforted her, "Don't be afraid, I'm here."

Mu Xue immediately looked up at Ye Shangyuan and said, "I'm not afraid. I'm just worried that if I get off the carriage dressed like this, I might be kicked out before I even get close to the Mu family's gate!"

Ye Shangyuan chuckled, took Mu Xue's hand, and said, "Don't worry, with me by Mu Mu's side, who would dare to be rude? Besides, I sent A Sheng back to the Mu residence last night, and he should have already explained the situation to General Mu."

Mu Xue understood; no wonder she hadn't seen Mu Sheng all day yesterday, nor this morning.

Mentioning Mu Sheng, Mu Xue suddenly asked, "You said yesterday that Mu Sheng went to retrieve the Black Demon Vine for you. Did it go smoothly?"

“Yes, I had him take it back to the Mu residence, and I had him bring it to you today,” Ye Shangyuan nodded and said.

“That’s good, perfect timing. Let’s go to the Feather Moon Garden where I used to live. If no one has touched it, there should still be the furnace and some small items I used to refine pills there. I can refine all the medicinal herbs there,” Mu Xue said.

Ye Shangyuan said, "Actually, Mu Mu, you don't need to rush like this. There's no need to hurry." He was very touched. He hadn't expected Mu Xue to still remember his health.

Mu Xue tilted her head and glanced at him, asking, "How can I not be anxious? Wouldn't it be better to get rid of the poison in your body sooner?"

Mu Xue took Ye Shangyuan's hand and took the opportunity to check his pulse, saying, "I can feel that you have a very strong aura, but right now they seem listless. Ye Shangyuan, I hope you can return to your former spirited self, or even stronger."

Ye Shangyuan stared blankly at Mu Xue. She was the first person who so simply wished for him to return to his former self. Without a single selfish motive.

Before Ye Shangyuan could say anything, Mu Sheng's voice came over. He shouted loudly, "What are you doing if you're not getting down? Hurry up!" As he spoke, he lifted the carriage curtain.

Meeting Ye Shangyuan's murderous gaze, Mu Sheng instantly cowered.

He dared not take another step forward. He jumped off the carriage and shouted without turning his head, "Well, I just saw that the carriage had been stopped for so long and you hadn't gotten off, so I came over to check."

"Hmph." Ye Shangyuan snorted coldly, ignoring Mu Sheng. Ye Shangyuan knew Mu Sheng's little thoughts. He was just afraid that Mu Xue would bully him if she was around.

Ye Shangyuan was the first to get off the carriage, then he turned around and reached out his hand to help Mu Xue down as well.

Mu Xue stood in front of the gate of the Mu family mansion. She took a deep breath and cheered herself up in her heart: Mu Xue, come on! This time, it was the Mu family who invited you.

Mu Sheng had already opened the gates of the Mu residence, waiting to welcome Ye Shangyuan and Mu Xue.

Ye Shangyuan's arrival did not alert Mu Qinghe.

Mu Feng's condition has stabilized, so Mu Qinghe has now returned to her own courtyard.

When Mu Sheng led Ye Shangyuan and Mu Xue to the entrance of Red Maple Courtyard, Mu Qinghe arrived late.

He noticed Mu Xue, who was fighting alongside Ye Shangyuan, at first glance.

A light green top paired with a matching long skirt, with narrow sleeves and a cinched waist, exudes both competence and vitality.

Ye Shangyuan also noticed Mu Qinghe's gaze. He subtly blocked Mu Xue's path and said to Mu Qinghe, "General Mu, I heard that Young Master Mu had an accident in Yu Nan City. I happened to be in Yu Nan City as well, so I came with Mu Mu to see what was going on. I suppose A Sheng has already told General Mu about Mu Mu being the Ancient Doctor."

Mu Qinghe had already come to his senses when he heard Ye Shangyuan's words. When he saw Ye Shangyuan's actions in front of Mu Xue, he felt a lump in his throat and suddenly felt very angry. What was going on?

Mu Xue is clearly his own daughter, so why can't he even look at her?

Mu Qinghe bowed respectfully and said in a rough voice, "Thank you, Regent. My son is much better now."

"General, there's no need for such formalities. The Duke of Zhenguo's mansion has always been a pillar of the Western Jade Kingdom, and it is only my duty to care about your health," Ye Shangyuan said politely.

"Your Highness is too kind. I had no idea that my daughter would be under Your Highness's tutelage, or even be a successor of ancient medicine?" Mu Qinghe said stiffly.

“Mu Mu is no longer a member of the Mu family; he is a member of the Regent’s Palace,” Ye Shangyuan corrected.

When Mu Sheng saw that Ye Shangyuan and Mu Qinghe were at each other's throats, he knew that this was no time to start a fight!

He quickly tried to smooth things over, saying, "Xiaoxue, go in and check on your brother. I was keeping watch here last night, and he had a nightmare just before dawn."