Saving the foolish general, she accidentally becomes his favorite.

The mountains and forests are lush and green, with shadowy trees casting long, clear views.

At the site of the Tian Shu military camp, there is a clear spring with gurgling water that meanders down the mountain, creating a beautiful path.

Following the stream forward, you will see a waterfall, where the water cascades down the mountainside, creating splashes and ripples before falling back into the water.

This is a deep pool rarely visited by people; without light-footed skills, it is impossible to come down from the mountain.

It was only when Mo Chen and Ru Feng went out on patrol that they discovered it by chance.

This place then became Mo Chen's bathing spot.

The goddess was born in the south and bathed once a day. If conditions did not allow, she would also wash her body frequently. Therefore, when she found this place, Mo Chen felt that it was a secluded place with few people around. Even if the goddess did not have time to come, he would come and take a shower.

Standing beneath the waterfall, letting the rushing water wash over his strong body, Mo Chen closed his eyes, trying to calm his mind.

His firm muscles were covered in water droplets, and his strong waist was cinched by a belt, making it appear even more slender. As the water slid down his body, the heat in his body finally subsided...

After a long while, he slowly opened his eyes. His amber eyes were like glass, and for a moment he seemed dazed.

He knew that she was working outside for his life, and reason made him try to remain calm and handle official business in an orderly manner.

But without her by my side, there's still an emptiness in my heart...

Mo Chen placed his hand on his heart, where the beating indicated that he was still alive, and that she had risked her life to save him time and time again.

Beneath the waterfall, the lonely emperor silently let the flowing water wash over him, a chill spreading from his feet, yet unable to extinguish the fire in his heart.

A low voice echoed through the mountains: "The pain of longing..."

He lowered his head, his face reflected in the water. He could see his own face clearly, but he couldn't remember his wife's face.

Mo Chen suddenly turned around and rushed to the shore. In the lush green grass, there were several large stones piled up, perfect for placing clothes and other items.

A doll dressed in a magnificent robe sits on a rock, with an expensive dragon robe underneath. Her posture is elegant and her appearance is noble. Even as a doll, she possesses unparalleled craftsmanship and beauty.

After Ye Li left, the doll she left behind stayed with Mo Chen.

He stepped forward, gazed silently at the doll, then picked it up and rotated its head joint, causing the doll to lower its head...

He looked into the water—

Sure enough, you can see it.

In reality, after waking up, he seemed to have lost some memories, but instinctively, he remained still.

When he was at Black Bear Mountain, he was certain that he had some secrets, and he was also certain that his lover had not died or disappeared as he remembered.

But he just couldn't see her clearly.

Looking at the reflection in the water, where both faces were clearly mirrored, Mo Chen was finally certain that the curse was only directed at him.

His memories are likely not of the real world.

In reality, dolls have visible faces, and goddesses are living, breathing beings.

Mo Chen breathed a sigh of relief without showing any emotion. Just as she was about to put the doll back, she noticed that her skirt was wet from the flowing water...

The dolls' clothes are all matching sets, with long, ornate trains that could easily fall down if you're not careful...

Annoyed, Mo Chen pulled the clothes up and walked towards the shore. When he put the doll back on the rock, he saw that the water on the hem of the clothes had spread upwards and was about to wet the rest of the clothes...

He hurriedly took off his coat, and suddenly it seemed as if some memory was awakened, and the tips of his ears gradually turned blush.

After a final fuss, they hung out the outer clothes to dry. The little girl, wearing only her undergarments, sat on a rock, her slender waist clearly visible. The pendant hanging from her chest made her chest bulge noticeably. Mo Chen, for some reason, turned his head away, unable to look, and then submerged his entire head in the water to calm his restlessness...

The doll from before was small in size and inconspicuous when hidden in one's bosom; it could even help him avoid a disaster.

Now, this doll is larger, but more agile, mimicking human movements with every gesture. Its face is exquisite, with captivatingly beautiful features, making it hard for a hot-blooded young man not to be reminded of his childhood by seeing this little doll...

He both missed her, longed for her, and worried about her...

Unable to express my feelings, they entwine in my heart like a burning fire, and I can only suppress them with this cold pool.

"You've done so much for me, how could I possibly put you in danger..."

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In the grassland tribe, a bonfire feast is in full swing.

The second prince successfully brought back Princess Mingzhu and also married the princess of Tian Shu Kingdom. This time, it was a double celebration, and everyone was overjoyed.

After the main force of the grassland king and the second prince's caravan joined together, they soon set off again and returned to their tribal territory.

It took Ye Li more than ten days to travel from the border to the heartland before she finally understood how real the vastness of the grassland was, and how glaringly barren the local area was.

As far as the eye can see, there are only endless green meadows and distant, seemingly endless mountains.

Without a doubt, if an ordinary person from the Central Plains got lost here, they would never be able to find their way out.

The grasslands are mostly inhabited by herders, and Ye Li saw many cattle and sheep along the way. However, she noticed that although these animals had plenty of grass, they were still quite thin.

Compared to the beef and mutton of later generations, they appear to be small in size. This made her think that in later generations, through various genetic hybridization and breeding, many beef cattle were also born, specifically bred for consumption.

This is a pristine, unpolluted grassland, where every animal enjoys its natural instincts, growing freely and unrestrained.

She both loved the vibrant energy of the grasslands and worried about the arduous task ahead.

The grassland king seems reasonable, but conflicts have already emerged among the princes. In this situation, it's unlikely that merit can be accumulated overnight.

Ye Li looked out the window, took a deep breath, and stroked the unique pearl on her hand as she said:

"The second prince treats you very well now, but the other princes may not be happy for him to marry you. Be careful at the banquet later..."