After being reborn, I became the apple of my enemy's eye.

The attendants were also in a dilemma. If they didn't go into this place, which was new to them, they couldn't afford to take the risk if something went wrong.

"Miss, we need to protect your safety."

Yan Yun cast a glance at Qing'er.

Qing'er immediately understood and said, "Miss said it's very safe inside. If anything happens, I will call for help. If you don't want to, then Miss will tell the master to replace you."

Yan Yun knew very well that being by his side would be much easier than being in other places.

The attendant immediately considered the situation and responded.

However, he repeatedly instructed the new maid, "Girl, you must keep a close eye on Miss."

"Yes, Qing'er will."

Qing'er is a very clever girl, and with her around, Yan Yun feels much more at ease.

She entered the gate, and found that it had changed quite a bit since she last visited.

Before Yan Yun even entered the inner room, he could hear voices coming from inside.

"Is your sister feeling any better?"

After someone asked a question, the room suddenly fell silent.

Yan Yun reached out and pushed open the door, about to step inside, when Qing'er, quick as a flash, immediately stepped in front of her and shouted, "Miss, be careful!"

Someone was hiding in the shadows inside the house, preparing to attack Yan Yun, and was holding a wooden stick.

Qing'er reacted quickly and stood in front of Yan Yun.

But he was also hit with a stick.

The other person was also taken aback when they saw Qing'er, and asked with some confusion, "Where did this girl come from?"

Yan Yun stepped out from behind Qing'er and faced the person.

Upon seeing Yan Yun's face, the other person immediately loosened their grip on the stick.

Some exclaimed in surprise, "Which lady is it?"

Qing'er covered her arm, very worried. She looked at Yan Yun, feeling it was dangerous. "Miss, it's too dangerous here. Let me let them in."

Yan Yun pressed her shoulder and shook his head. She took a step and went straight inside.

After the commotion just now...

Inside the house, several women huddled together.

Upon seeing that it was Yan Yun, the tension disappeared.

Like Qing'er, she addressed Yan Yunyong with the same title: "Miss".

Qing'er protected Yan Yun. Seeing that the room was full of women, she understood why her mistress hadn't allowed any servants in. She still looked at them warily, because her job was to protect her mistress, no matter who they were. Ensuring her mistress's safety was her priority.

Upon seeing that it was Yan Yun, the other party lost their initial tension and scattered.

Everyone was exceptionally kind to Yan Yun, asking her, "Miss, why did you come here during the day?"

Yan Yun's purpose was simply to come and see them; she looked at the women opposite her.

The woman who had been rescued earlier was surrounded by them.

As for Yan Yun.

She wasn't as lively as the women around her; instead, her expression was somewhat indifferent.

She knew that she didn't hate Yan Yun, but she just didn't know how to face him.

Yan Yun patted Qing'er on the shoulder, pointed to the door, and gestured for her to go out and keep watch.

Qing'er was taken aback. Go out? She didn't want to.

"Miss, I... I'll stay here with you."

Yan Yun shook her head; she couldn't let her know what she was about to say.

Yan Yun insisted that she leave, and Qing'er had no choice but to obey.

The women standing nearby could tell that Yan Yun wanted to speak with that woman alone.

The two people next to her stepped forward, took Qing'er's arms on either side, and led her out.

"Little girl, come with us for a bit."

Qing'er refused and struggled. She was there to protect her mistress; how could she go out?

"Miss!"

She looked at Yan Yun.

Yan Yun shook his head at her, his expression already somewhat serious, and Qing'er immediately shut up.

After Qing'er was taken away.

Yan Yun walked towards the woman and spoke to her without any hesitation, "Are you feeling better?"

Yan Yun took the initiative to speak to her, so the woman could no longer hide.

She looked at Yan Yun and thanked him first.

"I haven't thanked you for saving my life yet, Miss."

Yan Yun did not correct the fact that it was not he who saved her.

She survived because Jing Yue was her so-called benefactor.

As for now, it's all thanks to her own efforts in surviving.

Yan Yun made no attempt to hide her feelings and spoke directly to her, "I once said that as long as you come back to life, your good luck will arrive. Let me tell you the first piece of news."

Even after listening to Yan Yun's words, the woman still couldn't muster any energy and seemed listless.

Even when she heard Yan Yun say that he had good news to tell her, she still looked lifeless.

"Shi Yunjun is dead."

After listening to what Yan Yun said.

The woman's expression immediately changed.

She stared wide-eyed at Yan Yun, not believing him at all that what he said was true.

"impossible."

Yan Yun agreed, "Nothing is impossible. As long as you leave this room, you will find out that the guy is dead."

This was the first piece of good news for her. Yan Yun then told her the second piece of good news: "I now have an academy where you can go. You don't have to stay here and hide anymore. As for them, they can all come with you."

Yan Yun's suggestion that she go to his academy did not mean that she should immediately follow him. After all, the choice was hers. "You can choose not to accept. From now on, it's your own life. Your father's revenge has been achieved, and you can start a completely new life."

Yan Yun thought of Qing'er, "The maids outside don't know I can talk, so please keep my ability to speak a secret for me."

The woman nodded, but looking at Yan Yun, she still felt a sense of powerlessness. After hesitating for a moment, she spoke.

She asked Yan Yun, "I was only able to survive because Shi Yunjun, the culprit, is still alive. Now that you're telling me he's dead, my original reason for wanting to keep living is gone."

Yan Yun listened to her words, which sounded like those of a spendthrift dog, and only saw what was in front of him.

But it was because Shi Yunjun died that she was able to start over.

"Everyone has the will to live. Just think about whether you feel unwilling or accept it calmly when you are about to die. In that instant, you can understand whether you want to continue living or go to the underworld to accompany Shi Yunjun."

Yan Yun knew she was confused, but it would be foolish to lose hope just because Shi Yunjun had died.

"I have presented the choice to you. Just seize the opportunity. Many people spend their whole lives chasing after something and may not be so lucky."

This is a fact.

Tens of thousands died of famine, betrayal, or war. She not only survived but also got to start over—an opportunity that will never come twice.

After listening to Yan Yun's words, the woman stood up and looked at Yan Yun.

A smile finally appeared on her somber face. She looked at Yan Yun and said, "Miss's words always inspire people and give them a sense of strength."

Yan Yun did not think deeply about her words.

Her patience was reserved only for a small number of unfortunate people. She looked at the woman and said, "As for the others, do you decide to take them with you or let them stay? You can discuss it with them. I will wait for you at the academy by the city gate."

Because her words did not give Yan Yun an answer.

Yan Yun reminded her, "Your body still needs further conditioning, and you should take better care of yourself."

"Thank you for your concern, Miss."

Yan Yun had already explained her purpose, and she needed to return to the academy. "I'm leaving."

She turned and left, while Qing'er and the other women stood to one side.

Upon seeing Yan Yun, Qing'er stood up.

"Miss."

Several other women also approached Yan Yun, taking out the silver he had given them earlier to return to him.

"We don't need the money anywhere, Miss, please take it back."

Yan Yun gave it and had no intention of taking it back.

She looked at Qing'er, who immediately understood and stepped forward to block the women.

"Don't disturb my young lady."

Yan Yun listened to Qing'er's words. That wasn't what she meant. But it was fine this way, so they wouldn't have to worry about sending the money back.

Yan Yun waved goodbye, indicating that there were still people outside, and left first.

Seeing that she had left the courtyard unharmed, the two attendants breathed a sigh of relief.

After all, these places are dilapidated, and people would naturally be terrified if something happened.

As for what happened today, someone will naturally tell Zheng Jihua everything in detail.

Zheng Jihua will not interfere casually. As long as those guys don't hurt Yan Yun, he won't interfere no matter what Yan Yun does to his liking.

Yan Yun originally thought that no one would read or come to read what he wrote.

She was overthinking it. When she got back, someone was already waiting for her at the entrance of the academy, sitting on the steps.

The man was wrapped in coarse hemp clothing.

The people delivering books to the academy mistook him for a beggar and attacked him, grabbing him and shoving him aside.

Yan Yun saw the guy's actions from a distance. He had only sat on the steps of the academy, so why throw him out?

Yan Yun quickened his pace and walked towards that direction.

The little one who was thrown out didn't resist. After being thrown away by that person, she watched him walk away and then came back again, this time in a different spot.

Yan Yun watched from afar and couldn't help but smile.

Just as she walked over.

Then a familiar figure appeared. Yan Yun vaguely felt that he was familiar with the person. He was standing in front of the girl.

"Come back with me."

"No."