Chapter 1, I have remembered this promise

Xiao Wu once said that when others look down on you, actions are more effective than words! Fortunately, she had me bring a stick, and it turned out to be useful. But it's no wonder that this guy underestimated me; after all, who would expect a girl to apply for such a high-risk bodyguard position? Moreover, the person I am supposed to protect is the heir of the Wen family, the son of the mayor of City A, a super wealthy young master!

"Going to school? What is going to school? I have never been to school." I turned to Wen Jinliang beside me and asked.

That night, when I was resting, the butler lectured me for quite a while. However, after he finished, he rewarded me with many desserts to comfort me for my hard work throughout the day. Although the butler appeared fierce, he genuinely cared for me. Later, I learned from Wen Jinliang that he treated me as if I were his deceased granddaughter. Nevertheless, I am still very grateful to the butler. After all, in this large mansion, apart from him, only He and Wen Jinliang showed me a little kindness.

After following them for more than ten minutes, I finally saw several buildings resembling houses in the distance. During this time, I also followed them as they took several strange turns along odd paths before finally returning to the main road.

Wen Jinliang smiled gently upon hearing my response: "Is that so? Then you should call my name more often. It seems truly beautiful when my name is spoken from your lips"

Protect the young master! With exaggerated screams, a dozen men in black rushed in through the shattered floor-to-ceiling window. At the same time, the sound of gunfire reached my ears

The next day, the crane took me to see all the houses in the residence and made me understand their purposes

"School is really great, I want to go to school too," I said, tilting my head.

The man to the left of the crane took out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from his forehead and, somewhat apprehensively, replied, "She is also a qualified candidate... According to the rules, she should enter the final testing phase."

Do you want to go to school?" Wen Jinliang smiled gently, "That's fine, it will be more convenient for you to stay by my side.

After I opened my eyes and took a few steps back, I began to assess the building in front of me, while Wen Jinliang quietly released me, maintaining silence so as not to disturb my observation

After I destroyed the gun, I went to engage in combat with other men in black, and the crane also joined the fight

Wen Jinliang, seeing my reaction, turned to the man and smiled, "Is that so? Then I would also like to see how you break the iron rods." After saying this, he instructed several men to fetch iron rods for the applicants in the room to try.

I thought for a moment and replied: "I know, it's a gathering where a group of people crowd together to eat and drink, quite boring." This is the answer that Xiao Wu told me, and I believe this response is correct.

Wen Jinliang did not expect me to respond this way, momentarily taken aback, and then smiled with her eyes and brows curved: "Xiao Qi, you are truly an interesting person"

Wen Jinliang put down the book in his hand and looked up at me: "Xiao Qi, come here."

This is this year's candidate; they seem to be slightly better than in previous years. A young man walked in through the door, commenting in a casual tone on the applicants in the room

I instantly reacted and swiftly positioned myself in front of Wen Jinliang.

I like it! I replied as I watched the students coming and going on the road

This iron rod is so hard that it is absolutely impossible to break it with human strength exclaimed the second man

Never has a woman entered the final test. Moreover, her age seems to be similar to that of the young master. Is there some mistake?" The man to the right of He spoke, his gaze filled with confusion and disbelief

Wen Jinliang was momentarily taken aback, then smiled and said, "Xiao Qi's understanding is not wrong; it is indeed a rather boring matter." After a pause, he continued, "Many people will come tomorrow, and the security in the house will be stricter than usual. You should also be more cautious yourself"

After the ball, I was so exhausted that I fell asleep immediately. Subsequently, such balls were held several times in the mansion, and each time I would get into some trouble at the ball. Wen Jinliang never got angry at my recklessness; instead, he would find his own way to help me out of the predicament. Of course, I would still be lectured by Grandpa Butler afterwards

Wen Jinliang's gaze fell on my injured arm, and with a slight frown, he said: "Your arm is injured, it must hurt a lot, right?"

Wen Jinliang, upon seeing my reaction, wore a beaming smile. However, I looked at Grandpa Butler with a furrowed brow and a troubled expression

Did you see it? I asked Wen Jinliang, suddenly feeling a bit embarrassed. I didn't expect him to witness the scene where I scared the employees before entering the room. Would this affect his impression of me negatively?

I did not hesitate and immediately sat down in front of Wen Jinliang: "Thank you, I happen to be a bit thirsty." After saying this, I drank the tea he had pushed over in one gulp

I glanced at my bleeding arm and shook my head: "It's fine, it doesn't hurt that much."

Another man exerted all his strength but still could not break the iron rod. He was so anxious that he was sweating profusely, and his face turned pale

After speaking, he led me around the dancing guests, weaving through them just as I had done earlier, occasionally spinning in circles with them

In the room stood approximately twenty men, similar to me, who had come for the interview. After I positioned myself in a secluded corner, I began to observe the men in the room.

"Yes, Mr. Crane," a person beside the young man replied respectfully

Wen Jinliang did not look at them, only gazing at He in silence. He raised an eyebrow, picked up an iron rod, and effortlessly broke it.

I looked at Wen Jinliang and said, "I will protect you well"

This is a Chinese-style building, which closely resembles ancient architecture in both specifications and form. The only difference is that this building is constructed entirely from solid materials such as bluestone and iron, with not a single piece of wood used; even the doors are made of bluestone.

The person before me truly believes in me from the bottom of their heart

Wen Jinliang once again instructed someone to start the music for dancing, and with a beaming smile, he looked at them: "The music has started, why isn't anyone dancing yet?" His voice was not loud, yet everyone present felt a jolt and promptly took their partners to dance along with the music

Where did Xiao Qi used to go to school?" Wen Jinliang casually asked after hearing my response

The Wen family indeed has a keen sense of danger; with a single electric gate and these formations, it is likely that those assassins will only come and not return. At the same time, I am increasingly aware that the lives of the Wen family are indeed extremely unsafe. These exceptionally formidable guards only serve to illustrate that there are too many people who wish to take their lives. Is it simply because they are wealthy and powerful? I cannot help but feel sympathy for the gentle and refined Wen Jinliang beside me

Wen Jinliang grasped my hand and held it. His palm was somewhat damp, and the cold touch sent shivers down my spine. However, he quickly released my hand and smiled, saying, "I am not afraid"

I nodded to He and said, "I will do my best to protect him." After finishing my response, I felt much lighter in my heart. Although the process was somewhat unexpected, I ultimately became Wen Jinliang's bodyguard smoothly, and I finally did not disappoint my master's expectations

The young girl tucked her hair behind her ear and continued to smile brightly, saying: "I have always heard that the young master of the Wen family is as gentle as jade. Today, seeing you in person, you truly are extraordinary. I wonder if I have the honor of inviting you to dance a piece with me"

The Wen family mansion is situated on a broad hillside on the outskirts of City A. This location, nestled between mountains and water, boasts exceptionally beautiful scenery. The exterior of the mansion is encircled by a protective ring made of blue stone, standing 10 meters high, securely enclosing the residence within its walls

I openly and honestly cast my inquisitive gaze over the faces of the successful, pausing momentarily on one of them.

I sensed his concern and smiled at him. I did not take the words of the men to heart at all

Later I realized that I had not expected that a wish I casually expressed at that time would truly be fulfilled by him

I turned around to look at Wen Jinliang; his face was slightly pale, yet his expression was very composed. Indeed, those guys earlier were true assassins; this was not a test at all

Wen Jinliang casually picked up an iron rod and lightly struck it against the floor of the room. A fine crack immediately appeared on the stone-paved floor. Wen Jinliang smiled slightly and said, "Not bad, you can use this to break it for me to see."

I gazed intently at Wen Jinliang, who wore a gentle smile; his smile was so beautiful. I found myself somewhat mesmerized, and a certain part of my heart suddenly softened due to his words

"You can rest assured, I will do it." The crane's gaze turned icy in an instant

"Have I got something stuck on my face?" Wen Jinliang, noticing that I was staring at him without responding, couldn't help but reach out to touch his face and said to me

I was secretly astonished; the tests conducted by the Wen family are indeed formidable. Although the individuals in the room are all masters among masters, the iron rods just now were clearly tampered with. It is practically impossible to break them without extraordinary strength. As for my ability to break them, it is because I am indeed somewhat different from ordinary people

Thank you. After expressing my gratitude, I pinned the number tag to my chest and stepped into the large house behind them

The sharp blade pierced my arm. The man gripped the knife tightly, ready to strike again, but before he could act, the crane had already seized his arm from behind and swiftly knocked him unconscious

While I was lost in thought, I was led to a building by them. Wen Jinliang stopped in his tracks and, seeing that I was still somewhat distracted and moving forward, reached out and grabbed my arm: "What are you thinking about? If you keep walking forward, you'll run into a wall."

After a moment, I looked at the silent crane and said, "Did I say something wrong? Please don't look at me like that. If I am mistaken, just point it out; I can change it."

Wen Jinliang noticed that I was silent and smiled again, saying, "I will have He give you the access card later, so you don't need to worry about any inconvenience in coming and going"

How much longer are you two going to dawdle? Hurry up and keep up.

I stared blankly at Wen Jinliang beside me, and he looked at me with a smile as radiant as a flower. In that moment, it felt as if something had struck my heart heavily. And at that instant, I suddenly understood that the person before me was worth protecting with my life, not for my master, but for myself

I nodded slightly: "Did I make a mistake by following you? I'm sorry, I didn't know this was not acceptable. Please don't be angry, okay?"

The indoor scene instantly descended into chaos, as the crane and several men protected Wen Jinliang, making their way outside. A few quick-reacting applicants had already evaded the attacks and were following suit, but two of them, reacting slightly slower, sustained injuries

The sound of the crane broke the slightly ambiguous atmosphere between Wen Jinliang and me in a neither warm nor cold manner. I looked up in the direction of the sound and found that the crane and several men had already entered the gate, leaving us at a considerable distance.

The guests stared in astonishment at the actions of Wen Jinliang and me, and those guests who had questioned and despised me quickly turned their gaze away, no longer discussing it

It seems that the attire resembles that of a bodyguard

I was secretly astonished; although I knew the Wen family's defenses were formidable, I did not expect them to be this powerful. If one were to forcefully break through this door and attempt to access the library, it would likely result in death

Do you still think I have no chance?" I calmly said, throwing the broken iron rod at the man's feet.

Indeed, it truly took me by surprise. A girl who appears so frail was able to easily break the iron rod in her hand. Wen Jin's lips curled into a warm smile, and there was no hint of mockery in her eyes; it seemed she genuinely appreciated my ability

Hello, I am here to apply for the position of bodyguard number 17 I said loudly as I quickly walked up to the receptionist at the entrance

"Why is there still a girl here?" He turned his gaze towards me, slightly furrowing his brow

The room is spacious and elegantly arranged. After I set down my luggage, He bid farewell to Wen Jinliang and immediately took me on a tour of the entire Wen family mansion.

Wen Jinliang sensed the disdain in the men's words towards me, glanced at me, and there was a subtle concern in his eyes

Wen Jin's cool eyes glimmered slightly, and the smile at the corners of his lips was warm like the winter sun: "Indeed, it sounds very nice." After a pause, he looked at me and said, "You've been standing for quite a while; why don't you sit down and have a cup of tea?"

How could a girl who can easily break an iron rod not be impressive? One must not judge a person solely by their appearance. Although Wen Jinliang was speaking to a man, his gaze was as gentle as the soft light of the moon shining on my cheek

Each of them was dressed in black, their expressions serious, and their fierce demeanor made one instinctively take a step back. I was the only female applicant present. No wonder that employee looked down on me earlier

He spoke about how to be a bodyguard, not mentioning the upcoming test at all. The other five of us listened in silence. After a while, I began to lose focus, and then I noticed that the man I considered my rival was also not paying attention. Following his gaze, I saw that he was intently watching Wen Jinliang.

After a moment, Wen Jinliang's calm voice finally spoke: "Find the person."

The crane took out a black card from its pocket and swiped it on the iron gate, which immediately opened. The guards also respectfully bowed to him, seemingly in awe of him

Wen Jinliang smiled and replied to He with a single word: "Here." As she spoke, she entered the space behind the iron gate with me

This girl appears delicate; how could she possibly pass the entrance examination

I spent an entire day with Crane learning about the various hidden mechanisms in the house. Crane's exact words were to prevent me from accidentally triggering them. However, I was truly surprised when he straightforwardly revealed these important mechanism points to me

Wen Jinliang stood beside me and smiled, saying: "This black iron door is a specially designed electric door, and it can only be opened with a specially designed access card"

There is a girl named Yu Xiaoqi, with the identification number 17, a companion replied after flipping through the materials in hand

Upon hearing Wen Jinliang say this, I immediately replied: "I also do not like calling you 'Young Master', it feels very awkward to me. It would be much better to call you Wen Jinliang, your name is beautiful. I really enjoy saying it out loud."

Alas, I will be lectured again tonight

The Wen Jinliang before me has also donned a white suit, exuding elegance intertwined with a hint of aloofness, which inadvertently evokes a sense of distance.

He stood beside Wen Jinliang, looking at me with a calm and composed demeanor: "Starting today, you will be Jinliang's new bodyguard."

I saw Wen Jinliang walk into the center of the hall with a young girl, and naturally, I followed them over. I noticed the two of them were spinning in circles while striking strange poses, so I had no choice but to spin in circles along with them.

Listening to their malicious speculations about me, I did not feel much. Anyway, I would just use my strength to "slap their faces" later. However, at that moment, a gentle yet impossible-to-ignore voice of a young man came from the doorway

This, this is impossible

The young girl stared in astonishment at Wen Jinliang, wanting to say something but was taken away by the bodyguards. Before leaving, she shot me a fierce glare, her face full of unwillingness, while I merely responded with a puzzled expression.

"Hmph! You are simply making things difficult for others on purpose!" the first man shouted angrily

I let out a faint "oh" and, amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, effortlessly picked up two iron rods and broke them both at once.

Wen Jinliang saw me smile, squinted his eyes, and said with a bright smile: "You should smile more in the future. You look great when you smile."

I successfully arrived at the testing room following the guidance provided by the staff. The room is a rectangular space, spacious and bright, with a very elegant layout and style. At the end of the right side of the room is a floor-to-ceiling window that is two people high, through which one can see the brilliantly blooming red flowers outside. On the left side is an oversized mirror that reflects the entire room clearly.

It was as if I had just awakened from a dream when I stopped in my tracks. Raising my head, I discovered a thick vermilion wall in front of me, and taking another two steps would have caused me to collide with it. I gratefully said to Wen Jinliang, "Thank you for stopping me; otherwise, I would have really bumped my head." After saying this, I turned my head to the left and found a large crimson door. The dazzling red was so overwhelming that I instinctively closed my eyes.

I had just set down the teacup in my hand when the voice of the butler suddenly echoed outside the balcony like a ghost. Startled, I immediately stood up and discovered the butler standing below the balcony with an expression full of anger.

Wen Jinliang smiled slightly: "Hello"

Young master! The two men exclaimed as soon as they saw the young man appear. The man being questioned was so shocked that he could hardly speak: "B-because no girl has ever been able to enter the final test... and she doesn't seem very capable or impressive, so I, I..." Under the young man's smiling gaze, his voice gradually faded away.

The few men behind Wen Jinliang were whispering among themselves. From their tone, it seemed that Mr. He laughing was quite a shocking matter

After becoming Wen Jinliang's bodyguard, I was naturally taken back to the Wen family mansion to live with them, as I needed to be by Wen Jinliang's side at all times to protect him

Little Seven! You are being so unruly again! How many times have I told you, when the young master is seated, you must stand!

I turned my head to look at Wen Jinliang beside me, just about to respond, when the girl who had been dancing with him gracefully approached us and said with a self-satisfied smile: "That girl has been following us while we were dancing, it's really rude. I should find someone to drive her away, so she doesn't embarrass herself here." After saying this, she cast a disdainful glance at me.

I turned my gaze to the expressionless face of He and asked, "Why can't I eat and sleep with Wen Jinliang? What does it mean for men and women to be different? If we are apart, I cannot protect him well, so please allow us to live together."

Wen Jinliang took my hand and smiled at me, saying, "Come."

The crane looked at the candidates in the room, his tone devoid of any fluctuation: "Let the test begin with these iron rods. Those who can break them may proceed to the next round, while those who cannot will be asked to leave."

Have I done something wrong? I stopped following the two people's spinning footsteps and looked blankly at the guests who were all staring at me. Their cold gazes made me feel as if I were in an ice cellar

I couldn't help but touch Wen Jinliang's pale face and said earnestly: "It's all right now, don't be afraid."

This cannot be possible... The examination system has been run so many times, it cannot be erroneous

Even a fool can see that these iron rods are genuine and made of solid iron! A casual strike from one could potentially lead to disability. Moreover, given the thickness of these rods, breaking one is nothing short of a pipe dream

Is this the young master Wen Jia, Wen Jinliang? I looked up to see the young man with striking features, and he happened to be gazing at me. In that moment, our eyes met. His light blue eyes held a gentle smile, instantly causing my heart to skip a beat

Just as I was looking at him, a piercing "crash" suddenly came from the floor-to-ceiling window at the right end, and in an instant, glass shards splattered everywhere, like dazzling light spots falling down.

How long has it been since I last saw him smile

This is my first time coming to the academy, and I cannot help but look around. The spacious grounds, exquisite gardens, and tall buildings are all so beautiful.

Wen Jinliang slightly nodded, smiling as usual: "Of course." After saying this, he took the young girl's hand and walked into the center of the hall

Wen Jinliang's sudden praise made my face flush instantly, and I instinctively turned my head away from his moon-like bright eyes. Then, I heard Wen Jinliang's clear and joyful laughter by my ear, as if he found my shy reaction amusing

Wen Jinliang chuckled softly and said to another man: "You come."

The crane glanced at me and said, "Interesting." He smiled when he said this. It is surprisingly pleasant to see someone who is usually as cold as ice smile.

I saw Wen Jinliang's warm smile, and the tension in my heart unconsciously eased a little. I returned a smile and said, "Well, then I will trouble you with it."

After I got out of the car following Wen Jinliang, I curiously observed my surroundings. In front of me stood a black iron gate, seven to eight meters wide, tightly closed, with more than a dozen guards in black standing inside and outside the gate. Under such strict guard, it was hard to imagine that even a mosquito could fly in.

Upon hearing this response, the male employee looked at me with a hint of mocking amusement: "Miss Yu, the selection process for this bodyguard recruitment is extremely rigorous; it is not a game for little girls. Moreover, many industry experts have entered, each capable of taking on a hundred opponents... I advise you to give up; a little girl like you has no chance at all!"

Do they both trust me so much? ... After all, I am just a newcomer they met today...

The two shouting men turned pale at the sight of this scene, instantly falling silent. Suddenly, they turned their gaze towards me and said aggressively: "You should give it a try! If you succeed, we will willingly withdraw!"

"Wen——Jin——Liang——" I deliberately elongated the sound, as if his name truly had a different flavor on my lips

Heavens! Mr. Crane actually smiled

Breaking an iron rod is as commonplace for us true practitioners as having a meal at home; it is not a big deal at all! Suddenly, one of the men among the applicants, who had been silently observing our conversation, spoke up.

The several men quickly pushed the iron rods over. Yes, pushed. Each iron rod was as thick as an arm, and they were neatly stacked on the cart as the men pushed them in

The crane's gaze swept over me, looking at Wen Jinliang behind me: "Our news has been leaked."

Then, I followed the crane into the room before me, and he led me to my chamber

The last time he smiled, it seemed like he had dismantled a hotel

In the blink of an eye, the new school term has arrived. Upon reflection, I have been at the Wen family for over a month now

In the spacious and luxurious hall, many exquisite long tables were set up, laden with delicious delicacies and fine wines. The hall was filled with people, who raised their glasses and joked with their companions. Everyone was dressed elegantly, wearing bright smiles.

The candidates in the room came in one after another to attempt to break the iron rods. After half an hour, only 5 individuals succeeded in breaking the iron rods

Wen Jinliang saw me rarely showing an excited expression and asked with a smile, "Does Xiao Qi really like school?"

I heard Wen Jinliang's cries and immediately walked to his side and stood properly: "What is it, Young Master?"

Wen Jinliang's expression suddenly softened: "Xiao Qi, I will not be angry over such matters. You have merely done what you were supposed to do, and there is no fault in that." After saying this, he called over a bodyguard and instructed, "This young lady has become a bit tired from dancing with me; please escort her outside to rest, and do not bring her back."

Two men let out incredulous exclamations, and the previously calm onlookers began to stir restlessly. It was evident that the group of individuals who had completely disregarded my presence had finally started to worry about my existence

He was indeed very strong, and almost no black-clad individuals could harm him. He and I quickly dealt with the majority of the black-clad individuals. The originally timid and retreating applicants also began to join the fight, seemingly under the mistaken impression that this was part of the test. Only that man did not join in.

I turned my gaze once again to that man, who was still staring blankly at Wen Jinliang, who had retreated to the doorway. Suddenly, he pulled a knife from his pocket.

Wen Jinliang did not say anything further, but had someone take me to another room to tend to my wounds. When I was brought back to that room again, all the black-clad individuals and the applicants had disappeared

The crane looked at me in silence for a few seconds before saying, "You misspoke, but there is nothing wrong with you as a person." After a pause, he looked at me meaningfully again, "It seems there is still much for you to learn."

At first, I did not quite understand the significance of those small paths, but later, upon seeing some formations, I suddenly realized—those are the Bagua formations

I couldn't help but laugh along with him: "If this is a compliment, then I will graciously accept it." Xiao Wu once said that what I lacked the most was a smile, and I never expected to laugh so easily while being with Wen Jinliang... It's truly incredible...

When Wen Jinliang saw me enter, he waved at me and smiled, saying: "I haven't had the chance to thank you yet. If it weren't for you just now, I might have been in serious trouble. Thank you."

He is dressed in an expensive suit, with his jet-black hair neatly combed. His features are well-defined and delicate, and there is a hint of hostility in his eyes, making it unwise to underestimate him

In a few days, it will be the day of the regular family ball hosted by the Wen family, and everyone has been quite busy these days. Grandfather, the butler, has also not had time to instruct me lately

As Wen Jinliang and I entered the hall, many people engaged in conversation stopped and turned to look at us. Their expressions were somewhat hesitant yet excited, but none dared to approach us for a conversation.

Wen Jinliang was slightly taken aback, and a faint warmth appeared in her blue eyes: "I have noted down your promise, Xiao Qi."

The C College that Wen Jinliang attends is the best college in A City, and this college was also funded by the Wen family. Since the college is relatively far from the Wen family's residence, Wen Jinliang will have to move into the college dormitory after the semester begins, and naturally, I can only follow along.

Wen Jinliang cleared his throat and said: "He, I think Xiao Qi really doesn't know. Please don't misunderstand her."

Every time you smile like that, someone is bound to be unfortunate. Wen Jinliang chuckled lightly

The male employee was taken aback by my actions, and he dared not say anything further. He hurriedly lowered his head, took out the number tag from his bag, and handed it to me without daring to look at me, saying: "The testing area is to the left, the first room on the left, please, after you..."

Upon hearing this, I looked expressionlessly at the male employee who was speaking, casually took out a small iron rod from my pocket, and broke it in front of him

"Why is it impossible?" A young man walked in from outside, asking the man who questioned me with a smile that was neither fully a smile nor a frown.

How could such a young girl possibly serve as a bodyguard for the Wen family? Do not speak nonsense! Quickly find someone to take her away, this is truly a disgrace to the Wen family

The residence of the Wen family consists of a total of 6 houses, each differing in size and appearance, yet all uniformly adopting a Chinese architectural style. However, the only house where I and Wen Jinliang reside is adorned with a striking red wall, while the others are all of a very conventional bluish stone color

"Let's give it a try!" The first man to speak grunted firmly and walked over. He picked up an iron rod from the cart and bent it forcefully; the rod only slightly curved. The man exerted himself again, his face turning red with effort, his arm muscles bulging, yet he could not break the iron rod, only bending it halfway.

At first, I liked to call him by his full name, Wen Jinliang. Later, after being corrected by Grandpa Butler, I began to follow him and call him Young Master Wen Jinliang. However, Crane never cared how I addressed Wen Jinliang.

As soon as the dance concluded, Wen Jinliang released the young girl and came to my side, asking, "Your expression doesn't look good, is something wrong?" It seemed he had not heard those words. However, it is also true that a normal person would not be able to hear such quiet discussions

I turned my head to look at Wen Jinliang beside me, momentarily at a loss for words. The most critical defense gate should have very strict requirements for the issuance of access cards. ... Although I am his personal bodyguard, I am still a newcomer and must remain somewhat cautious ...

On the evening of the second day, a grand ball was held as scheduled in the third house, and this was my first experience of what is known as a ball

"You're welcome. As your future bodyguard, it is only natural for me to protect you," I replied

I watched the crane's expression turn gloomy while Wen Jinliang smiled at me, feeling lost and helpless in my heart

After finishing all of this, I can finally begin my work of protecting Wen Jinliang. Wen Jinliang is a very quiet person; he prefers to sit on the open balcony reading and drinking tea for most of the time. Meanwhile, I stand silently beside him, fully focused and vigilant of my surroundings.

This man is the only one who remains as still as a statue; even when I just broke the iron rod, he did not show the slightest hint of surprise. Xiao Wu once said that a person who can remain calm and not reveal any emotions is the most terrifying. It seems that this man will become my greatest rival

Where did this wild girl come from! How can she behave so rudely! Hurry up and find someone to drive her out!

The young man is dressed in a clean white shirt and black trousers, and his simple attire accentuates his striking handsomeness. He has a head of jet-black hair, and his mixed-race features are well-defined and attractive, making him an unforgettable handsome man

In the following days, I continued to follow Crane and got to know the other people in the mansion. They always held Crane in great awe, while they looked down on me. ... However, after they witnessed my sparring practice with Crane, their attitude completely changed; upon seeing me, their expressions were even more horrified than when they saw Crane

Upon entering the iron gate, there is a marble walkway wide enough for five people, flanked by tall and dense trees. The lush green leaves cut through the morning light, casting a mosaic of fragmented shadows on the ground

Wen Jinliang smiled gently at me: "Xiao Qi, don't be too nervous. There is plenty of time ahead, and I will teach you well."

On the evening before the ball, Wen Jinliang and I engaged in casual conversation

Wen Jinliang, after listening to the girl's words, his gaze darkened as he looked towards the distant onlookers. Then, with a gentle smile, he turned to me and asked, "Did they say something?"

The crane's expression suddenly darkened upon hearing my question, as if my inquiry and suggestion were both strange and bothersome

Monster

Suddenly, a beautiful young girl walked straight up to Wen Jinliang, revealing a bright smile as she greeted him: "Hello, Mr. Wen."

"Wen Jinliang, my name is Yu Xiaoqi. From now on, I will risk my life to protect you." I walked up to Wen Jinliang and solemnly made this promise to him

One male employee glanced at me after hearing my voice, displaying a somewhat surprised expression, and after staring at me for two or three seconds, turned to his companion to confirm: "Are there any females among the candidates who came to interview this time?"

Wen Jinliang paused her smile and said, "Not only must you protect me well, but you must also protect yourself even more."

The room fell silent, and no one dared to step forward to try; what if it broke and they were left embarrassed? Wen Jinliang smiled as he looked at the two men from earlier: "Aren't you going to come and give it a try?" His voice was not harsh, yet it made people involuntarily shudder, instilling a sense of fear of defiance.

I glanced at that man; he remained still, continuing to stare at Wen Jinliang. I slightly turned to the side, avoiding an attack from a man in black who was coming at me. Seeing that I had evaded him, he feigned another attack towards me. I quickly seized his hand, took his gun, and kicked forcefully at his lower body, instantly bringing him down.

Wen Jinliang frowned slightly upon hearing me call him that: "Isn't it better for you to call me by my full name as before? Many people already call me 'Young Master'; it won't make a difference if you don't."

"Someone who cannot even accomplish such a task is certainly unfit to be my bodyguard." Wen Jinliang looked at the people in the room, suddenly smiled, but his tone turned cold.

The crane looked at the five people left with me and said softly: "As a bodyguard, one not only needs strength but also a strong sense of insight. Only then can one prevent potential dangers in advance"

The people indoors were taken aback by Wen Jinliang's action, with a few displaying expressions of unease, while others remained as calm as statues, showing no reaction whatsoever. The two men who had just spoken scoffed disdainfully, appearing completely unconcerned.

Wen Jinliang's smile paused for a moment: "Going to school means coming to a place like this to study"

I was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said, "I will."

I shook my head and replied truthfully: "There is nothing stuck to your face. I was just staring at you because I found your smile very beautiful, and I was momentarily captivated."

I listened to Crane's words with a sense of partial understanding and nodded: "I will study diligently." Although I did not know what I needed to learn, since he said so, I was certainly going to study hard.

However, after a brief moment, I could hear the murmurs of the guests beside me. Although their voices were very soft, my extraordinary hearing still allowed me to catch every word they said

"Xiao Qi, do you know what a ball is?" Wen Jinliang closed the book in his hands and asked me

Suddenly, music began to play, and the hall fell silent at once, as everyone quietly turned their gaze towards Wen Jinliang and the others

Young Master Wen need not be alarmed; such skills are possessed by each and every one of us here Another man spoke up, his tone laced with a strong sense of mockery However, this mockery was not directed at Wen Jinliang, but rather at my own presumption Because everyone here is a master among masters, a fact I realized the moment I entered the room

A warmth suddenly filled my heart. From the moment I entered until now, so many people have questioned my abilities, yet he alone appreciates me with genuine admiration

Although you are Jin Liang's bodyguard, you are ultimately a woman, and there are distinctions between men and women. Therefore, you cannot eat and sleep together with him. I have arranged a separate room for you, located directly opposite Jin Liang's, so that you can protect him at all times.