Severed ties and living in a dilapidated house? No worries, the poor thing has a space.

Xin Fujiyan, who was peeking from the doorway, widened his eyes even more.

He never expected Fang Yu to have such a playful and adorable side.

The man opposite her was clearly used to her behavior, and his eyes were full of doting affection.

He was engrossed in watching something when a pebble hit him squarely on the forehead.

Mo Jiu walked out with her arms crossed, saying in a slightly disdainful tone, "Have you looked enough? You've been following me all day, are you never going to stop?"

Xin Fuji glanced at him and said, "Miss Fang is my benefactor. I just wanted to protect her. Miss Fang hasn't said anything, so why are you in such a hurry?"

As he spoke, Xin Fujiyan couldn't help but sneer, "What, is your master hiding something from Miss Fang?"

Xin Fuji was just making sarcastic remarks casually.

Unexpectedly, Mo Jiu reacted as if her tail had been stepped on, her eyes flashing and she clearly felt guilty.

However, he quickly realized what was happening and, while denying it outright, warned Xin Fuji: "If you continue to spout nonsense, the knife in my hand won't be able to stop me from doing so."

“…” Xin Fujiyan’s lips trembled, his face darkened, and he turned and walked away.

……

The night passed in the blink of an eye.

As dawn broke, Xiao Jingqi had already prepared his team, ready to be the first to embark on their journey back to Beiyu.

Fang Yu stood quietly in front of Xiao Jingqi. Although she felt a thousand regrets, she tried her best to control her emotions and did not show them too much.

She simply watched the man who was about to leave silently, a hint of lingering affection in her eyes.

She slowly raised her hand and gently smoothed the thin layer of snowflakes off Xiao Jingqi's shoulder.

Then, she tilted her head slightly, and as their eyes met, she asked softly, "Could you... do me a favor?"

As she spoke, she blinked her bright, large eyes and looked at Xiao Jingqi with great anticipation and seriousness.

Xiao Jingqi did not answer her immediately, but instead reached out his finger and gently brushed away the snowflakes that had fallen on her head.

The moment their fingertips touched their hair, it felt as if an electric current was running through their bodies, making their hearts tremble.

After a moment, he slightly curved his lips into a gentle smile and said, "Yu'er, do you want to let your mother and sister know you're safe?"

Fang Yu was taken aback upon hearing this, clearly not expecting Xiao Jingqi to be able to guess her thoughts so accurately.

She nodded slightly and replied, "Mm."

Though her voice was soft, it was filled with concern and longing for her family.

Seeing this, Xiao Jingqi's eyes showed even more doting affection.

He reached out and gently stroked Fang Yu's forehead, softly comforting her, "Actually, before we left for Chi Kingdom, I had already sent a letter of reassurance to your family in your name. So, you don't need to worry about it."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yu felt a surge of warmth in her heart, as comforting and comforting as the spring sunshine.

She never expected that Xiao Jingqi would be such a meticulous and thoughtful person, considering even such a small matter so thoroughly.

At this moment, her gaze towards Xiao Jingqi held not only gratitude but also a deep sense of admiration.

She lightly tiptoed and carefully leaned close to his ear.

From a distance, the two seemed to blend into one, so intimate that one couldn't bear to disturb their beauty.

Even the usually calm and reserved Xiao Jingqi couldn't help but slightly move his Adam's apple, and a spark seemed to flicker in his deep eyes.

However, at this crucial moment, Fang Yu suddenly stopped moving closer, only letting her warm breath gently fall on his ear.

Then, in a voice as melodious as a nightingale's song, she slowly uttered two words: "Thank you."

After saying that, she quickly stepped back and said with a smile, "Then you should be careful on your way back."

His words were full of concern.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jingqi's bright eyes instantly dimmed. Although he felt a little disappointed and dejected, he did not show it at all.

He nodded slightly and replied, "Okay, I understand."

The reluctance revealed between his brows was mixed with a great deal of unspeakable worry.

He then replied softly, "You must be careful in everything you do. I'll be waiting for your return."

After they had said their goodbyes, Fu Zi, who had been waiting quietly not far away, stepped forward.

He looked at Xiao Jingqi and then solemnly said, "Lord Xiao, I entrust the matter of establishing friendly relations between our two countries entirely to you. Please be extra careful along the way."

"If any news comes, I will relay it immediately, so my lord need not worry."

Xiao Jingqi wanted to say something, but hesitated and stopped.

Fu Ju spoke first, "Don't worry, I will take good care of Miss Fang and will definitely not let her suffer any harm."

Xiao Jingqi took one last, deep look at Fang Yu.

Before mounting his horse, his sharp gaze swept over the spot where Xin Fujiyan was hiding.

But he only glanced at it before riding away.

Only when the Northern Yu Army's troops were out of sight did Fang Yu turn away and go back.

In the following days, Fang Yu was busy visiting the countryside to learn about the agricultural situation in Chi Kingdom in order to prepare for the coming year.

They also provide free medical consultations in rural areas, giving hope to those who cannot afford treatment or suffer from chronic illnesses.

In his spare time, he would chat with his wife and enjoy the snow.

The restaurants that Fuju had prepared for her have all opened one after another.

Having arranged everything, Fang Yu plans to set off back to Qingshan City tomorrow.

The lady held her hand with deep reluctance: "My dear girl, the more I look at you, the more I like you. I just don't know when I'll see you again after you leave."

As she spoke, tears welled up in the lady's eyes.

Fang Yu gently comforted her, "The two countries are not far apart. I will come to visit you when I have some free time."

"Okay, okay, then it's settled."

The lady gave a signal to the maid behind her.

The maid nodded and withdrew, soon bringing two more people in.

A man and a woman, judging from their physique and demeanor, should be martial arts practitioners.

The two men entered and bowed respectfully: "Your subordinates Yun Jie and Yue Di greet Madam and Princess Ning Yu."

The lady held Fang Yu's hand and said with some guilt, "Miss Fang's consideration for the people of Chi Kingdom is truly righteous. I cannot repay your kindness in person, so I can only ask these two to serve you. Please do not look down on their lack of skill."

Fang Yu nodded: "Madam's kindness is appreciated, so I won't stand on ceremony."

……

Early in the morning, Fang Yu was already at the city gate, fully prepared to depart.

Today is different from the day Xiao Jingqi left, when it was so desolate.

Even though it was still early, the city gates were already lined with people who were seeing her off.

Fuju and his wife have arrived.