Fleeing from famine? Not a chance; the divine healer's wife made her fortune.

A perilous raid on the warehouse, a battle of wits with officers and soldiers

The next morning, before the roosters had crowed, the Xiao family compound was filled with the harsh shouts of soldiers urging them on. Su Yunlan stood by the window, the faint light of dawn outlining her slender figure and highlighting her solemn expression. In the distance, the Xiao family warehouse was faintly visible in the morning mist, surrounded by patrolling soldiers, the oppressive atmosphere suffocating. Su Yunlan gripped the cold window frame tightly, her fingertips turning white. The heavy pressure was ever-present, almost suffocating her, but she had to act.

After breakfast, Old Master Xiao Zhenting called Xiao Yuhan aside, his cloudy eyes filled with worry. "Yuhan, this girl is clever, but this matter is no small thing. You must keep a close eye on her and prevent her from causing trouble." Xiao Yuhan nodded, feeling helpless but understanding his father's concerns. He walked to Su Yunlan's side and said in a deep voice, "Father is worried you'll act rashly, so he asked me to watch over you." Su Yunlan looked up, meeting Xiao Yuhan's deep gaze. She felt a little displeased but knew that Old Master Xiao Zhenting meant well. She nodded slightly, her tone calm, "Fourth Master, don't worry, Yunlan knows what she's doing."

As the Xiao family was being escorted away by soldiers, Su Yunlan discreetly observed her surroundings, searching for an opportunity to sneak into the warehouse. The soldiers' attention was focused on the Xiao family, giving Su Yunlan a chance. She pretended to straighten her clothes, and taking advantage of a moment when no one was looking, she slipped behind a nearby artificial hill. Her heart pounded, and she took a deep breath to calm her nerves.

"Madam, where are you going?" Zhu Xia's panicked voice rang out behind her. Su Yunlan turned around, gesturing for her to be quiet. "Don't make a sound, come with me." Although Zhu Xia was frightened, she chose to trust Su Yunlan and followed her closely. Su Yunlan moved silently along the wall towards the warehouse.

The warehouse doors were tightly shut, guarded by two soldiers with swords, vigilantly watching the surroundings. Su Yunlan, hidden in the shadows, scanned the area around the warehouse, quickly calculating her next move. "Madam, are we really going in? There are soldiers guarding it!" Zhu Xia's voice trembled, clearly terrified. Su Yunlan patted her hand, whispering reassuringly, "Don't be afraid, I have a plan." She pulled a packet of powder from her sleeve. "Later, you..." Su Yunlan whispered the plan in Zhu Xia's ear. Although frightened, Zhu Xia nodded firmly. "Don't worry, Madam, I will complete the mission."

Su Yunlan watched Zhu Xia walk towards the guards, took a deep breath, and fixed her gaze on the high walls of the warehouse. It seemed there was no other way… Zhu Xia's cries, like a sharp knife, shattered the morning's tranquility. She stumbled to the vicinity of the warehouse, tears streaming down her face, her voice shrill, each sob a protest against the injustice of fate. The guards were indeed drawn to her, frowning and snapping at her with annoyance, "What are you crying for! If you cry again, I'll cut your tongue out!"

Taking advantage of the soldiers' attention being completely drawn to Zhu Xia, Su Yunlan moved swiftly, disappearing from her spot like a ghost. The next second, she was already inside the warehouse. Spatial abilities were as natural to her as a part of her body; she used them with ease and without the slightest hesitation.

The warehouse was dimly lit, filled with a musty, musty smell, but Su Yunlan couldn't care less about that at the moment. Her gaze swept around; various wooden crates were piled up like small mountains, haphazardly arranged. She didn't have time to examine them closely, relying solely on her intuition to search for the most likely hiding places of valuables. The occasional soft clicking sounds under her feet sent a chill down her spine; even these inconspicuous spots were rigged with traps, which could be triggered with the slightest carelessness. She had to slow down, carefully avoiding the hidden mechanisms, each step as if treading on thin ice.

When she opened a chest and saw the gold, silver, jewels, silks, and precious medicinal herbs inside, Su Yunlan's eyes lit up instantly. The wealth gleamed alluringly in the dim warehouse, and a strong sense of desire and excitement surged within her. She remembered her impoverished past and the suffering her family had endured because of the plundering of their wealth. These possessions were not merely riches to her; they represented her family's hope for survival.

With a thought, she activated her spatial abilities. In an instant, the space emitted a faint glow, and she felt a powerful force surging within her. The surrounding wealth seemed drawn by a powerful gravitational pull, rushing into the space in a dazzling display. She stood in the center, her gaze resolute and full of power, her hair and robes fluttering in the wind, like a goddess who controlled wealth. Simultaneously, dust swirled around her, forming a vortex. A smile played on her lips, a surge of exhilarating control rising within her. The once empty space gradually filled with gold, silver, jewels, silks, and various precious medicinal herbs.

Just then, the warehouse door creaked open with a heavy thud, as if someone had pushed it open from the outside. Su Yunlan's heart tightened, her breath caught in her throat, and her palms began to sweat slightly. She knew someone had come…

"What are you doing here?" A familiar voice sounded from behind, tinged with a hint of doubt and a barely perceptible worry. Xiao Yuhan appeared at the dimly lit warehouse entrance, standing against the light, his tall figure exuding an imposing aura like a mountain. As he entered the warehouse, he unconsciously surveyed his surroundings, his gaze revealing a seasoned, cold ruthlessness, yet a rare tenderness appeared when he looked at Su Yunlan. He saw the beads of sweat on Su Yunlan's forehead and felt her slightly trembling fingers, deepening the worry in his heart.

Su Yunlan turned around at the sound, her heart skipping a beat. She hadn't expected Xiao Yuhan to appear so suddenly. "Why are you here too?" Su Yunlan asked in a low voice, her tone tinged with reproach and worry. She knew that Xiao Yuhan's appearance meant her whereabouts were exposed, and if she were discovered by the soldiers outside, the consequences would be unimaginable. Xiao Yuhan didn't answer, but his deep gaze swept over Su Yunlan's figure. He knew that this seemingly fragile woman was actually stronger than anyone else. He strode over to Su Yunlan's side and whispered, "It's dangerous here. I'm here to help you."

As Su Yunlan watched Xiao Yuhan approach, a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She knew that his appearance wasn't for surveillance, but out of genuine concern. She hesitated for a moment; she could have done it alone, but it was good to have someone share the burden. So she nodded slightly, a barely perceptible smile appearing on her lips.

Su Yunlan moved even faster, skillfully opening each box, revealing even more glittering gold and silver jewels. In no time, she had stored all the valuables she could find in the warehouse into her spatial storage. "Alright, let's go," Su Yunlan said softly, pulling herself out of her thoughts. She walked towards Xiao Yuhan, and the two of them, one after the other, left the warehouse in perfect unison.

Outside the warehouse, Zhu Xia had stopped crying and was hiding behind the artificial hill. Seeing Su Yunlan return safely, a joyful smile appeared on her face. They retraced their steps, returning to where the Xiao family members were, and everything seemed calm on the surface. Su Yunlan looked up at Xiao Yuhan, and his gaze met hers. Their eyes met, as if a thousand words were unspoken. This brief encounter, like the calm before a storm, brought a subtle easing to their relationship.

Just then, Lieutenant General Li's chilling voice rang out, "Men, search the warehouse again!" At Lieutenant General Li's command, the soldiers charged towards the warehouse like wolves, the heavy footsteps and clashing armor mingling together like a death knell, pounding on the hearts of every member of the Xiao family. Old Master Xiao Zhenting's face was deathly pale, his body trembling slightly. Madam Lin Wanyan was even more terrified, clutching her son's sleeve tightly, her face ashen. Zhu Xia hid behind Su Yunlan, trembling.

Only Su Yunlan remained calm. She subtly tightened her grip on Xiao Yuhan's hand, her fingertips icy cold. Xiao Yuhan returned the grip, giving her a reassuring look. No words were needed between them; a single glance was enough to convey their mutual trust and support.

The soldiers ransacked the warehouse, leaving no corner unchecked, but ultimately found nothing. Lieutenant General Li, his face grim, swept his gaze like a knife over the Xiao family members, finally settling on Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan's tightly clasped hands. "Where did you two go just now?" Lieutenant General Li's tone was icy, carrying a accusatory undertone. Su Yunlan smiled slightly, inwardly mocking the soldiers' foolishness, and replied calmly, "Reporting to you, sir, I was feeling unwell, so Fourth Master accompanied me to the courtyard for some fresh air." Xiao Yuhan nodded in agreement, "Exactly."

Lieutenant General Li stared at them for a long time, but ultimately found no flaws. He could only wave his hand, ordering the soldiers to continue searching other areas. Once the soldiers were out of sight, Su Yunlan let out a soft sigh of relief, her palms drenched in cold sweat. Just a moment ago, she had truly felt the threat of death.

"You..." Xiao Yuhan hesitated, looking at Su Yunlan with a complicated expression. He had too many questions in his mind. This woman always seemed to bring him unexpected surprises, yet he couldn't see through her. Su Yunlan met Xiao Yuhan's probing gaze, smiled slightly, and said in a relaxed tone, "Fourth Master, we should go too." Xiao Yuhan nodded and didn't ask any further questions.

Su Yunlan followed behind the Xiao family members, her eyes constantly scanning the surroundings. She knew that the Xiao family still had some valuables scattered around, and she had to find them as soon as possible. Suddenly, Su Yunlan's gaze fell on an inconspicuous, loose brick in the corner of the courtyard wall. An idea struck her, and she walked over without making a sound…

"Fourth Master, look..."