Chapter 9: Predicament

Reluctantly standing up, with a sense of regret, he packed away the tattered medicine box and was dragged outside, yet he could not help but peek back in. "Goodbye, beauty, don't let this guy take too much advantage of you; I will come to see you again in a couple of days"

Uncertain how much time had passed, Lin Yilan no longer felt hot, but began to shiver uncontrollably. The fierce flames transformed into a sky full of snow, and the cold swept over everything. She floated in the boundless icy sea, unable to find a place to cling to in order to reach the shore

After a while, she lifted her face, her moist eyes slightly curved, smiling with a hint of tears.

Lin Yilan's face was as if it were on fire, as she snatched the towel and wiped her face haphazardly under the blanket, trying her best not to think that the other party was a man, unable to distinguish which feeling was stronger, shame or embarrassment

"Who are you..." Lin Yilan forced herself to remain calm. It was not Dana, yet an inexplicable pressure made her tremble. Without strength and without weapons, she was kneeling on the ground, her only shirt barely covering her thighs. Facing the man's silent gaze, she never imagined she would feel such fear.

There is no way... everything before her is pitch black, and she cannot open her eyes no matter what.

Thank you, it is indeed very fortunate

"Yes, I owe you a favor." The man lifted her stiff body and placed her back on the bed. "So you need not worry about what I will do."

I apologize, but could you please find a woman to assist me

Lin Yilan froze for a moment, then suddenly buried her head in the bedding

Dina used a powerful drug that also had a certain aphrodisiac effect. The formula is not complicated and is often circulated in bars, making it very convenient for dealing with disobedient women. Originally, the drug's effect lasted only one day, but she experienced a severe allergic reaction, and if not for the timely use of herbs to neutralize it, she would have nearly lost her life. It is said that the probability of such an occurrence is extremely low, yet she happened to encounter it, resulting in persistent fatigue in her limbs. Originally, the drug's effect lasted only one day, but she experienced a severe allergic reaction, and if not for the timely use of herbs to neutralize it, she would have nearly lost her life. It is said that the probability of such an occurrence is extremely low, yet she happened to encounter it, resulting in persistent fatigue in her limbs

"What do you want to eat? Let your grandmother go buy it. This is your money"

Is the food not to your taste

What.

A sudden sound came from behind, and a man's silhouette stood by the door, his face obscured by the backlight

Do not be afraid, I have no desire to touch you

Now the items have returned to their rightful owner The man had no intention of providing an explanation Is there anything missing when you take a look

If you have similar needs, you can ring this bell, and someone will come to assist you

After finishing the task, the elderly person helped Lin Yilan back to bed and then left. The man returned and handed her a bell

Lin Yilan shook her head, suddenly recalling, "If it’s not too much trouble..."

The man wrung a towel from a copper basin, approached, and lifted the quilt. She recoiled, but he held her ankle firmly, unabashedly wiping her legs that had become dirty on the floor.

With great effort, she rolled off the bed and, disregarding the pain, crawled towards the wardrobe by the wall. After a struggle, she managed to open the cabinet door, only to find it empty except for a few pieces of men's clothing, with no sign of a military uniform or sidearm.

I have already received the return, and you can use it to get something you need

"Could you buy a book for me?" She hesitated, unsure if her request was too much. "Anything is fine; it's just so boring lying around all the time"

Her constitution... alcohol... allergic to medication...

She did not respond, her flushed face was filled with embarrassment, and the man suddenly understood and walked out of the low-ceilinged room

Trapped in the cold abyss, the ethereal consciousness is muddled and unaware, as if something is soothing the body and bringing warmth, gradually dispelling the chill, very warm... She has transformed into a cat again, curling up and burrowing into a warm place, lazily napping on the soft cushion by the fireplace, while Grandma Maya sits in a rocking chair knitting a sweater, the air infused with the sweet aroma of blueberry cake

Yes, I have a few soldiers under my command... No, they do not need my body for comfort... My superior does not need him either... I do not know him... Thank you for your compliment... I do not have a husband, and even if I did, it would not be you... Absolutely not... No, I currently have no plans to retire...

There are no others

"It is my own lack of appetite." She withdrew her gaze, somewhat surprised

"Enough, be careful with your tongue."

You are awake

"Are you very wealthy?" The man's tone was slightly mocking. "Yes, you can afford the Red Dragon Tooth, so of course you don't care about these things"

The bed beneath me is quite hard, and the old bedding seems to have been sun-dried not long ago, still retaining the dry scent of sunlight. In the corner stands a weathered wardrobe, with a copper basin resting on the iron shelf; the simple room offers little of note.

"You have saved me twice." She wanted to push it away but was completely powerless, only managing a faint smile

Lin Yilan suddenly sat up, immediately feeling an unprecedented weakness as memories began to return to her mind

Aside from drinking a bowl of potato soup right after waking up, her subsequent food intake was pitifully low

A man with a bushy beard, resembling a butcher more than a doctor, was called in for a consultation. The conclusion was that he would need to continue his state of exhaustion for another three to five days before recovery. Alongside this, his overly vigorous curiosity manifested in a series of questions that nearly made her want to continue her slumber.

No need, just this will suffice

He glanced at her, his tone very indifferent. "Sa was once hit by a stray bullet from the military; on rainy days, the pain is quite severe, and it cannot be suppressed without alcohol"

Some veterans in the army also experience this, their hands uncontrollably trembling

In the evening, several somewhat worn thick books were placed by the pillow, and a lamp was added to the low cabinet beside the bed. Beneath the lamp lay her purse, along with a lingering remark: "If you still find it too embarrassing for others to assist you to the restroom and insist on refusing to eat, then tomorrow I will personally take care of you."

What do you want to do

The medicine under Dana, so she is now ... ...

The cold, stern face seemed familiar, and the green eyes widened in shock. "You..."

Not long after, an unsteady old woman entered, her frail appearance seemingly ready to topple at the slightest gust of wind, yet her strength was surprisingly great, almost as if she were dragging herself to the restroom stall. Her demeanor was cold, her movements rough, and her hands were as coarse as a rasp.

In the haze, someone is speaking

Lin Yilan leaned against the pillow, the feeling of ease vanished once again. "I am very sorry."

A loud bang echoed outside, as if someone had been kicked. Moments later, the man returned, seemingly as if nothing had happened. "Saro is a bit of a nuisance, but he is just a good doctor"

The man looked at her for a while before asking again, "Which type would you like to see"

She stared at him intently. "I... where did you save me?"

"Lying here without moving, I do not feel hungry." Lin Yilan leaned against the headboard, gazing out the window, where a small bird with a red beak and yellow feathers was flitting among the leaves, having completed half of its nest.

I will do it myself

Thank you https://www.hetushu.com, I am truly glad to have found it again. Lin Yilan did not count, gently stroking the soft suede. If you need it, I will give you the gold coins; I only want this bag.

The silence lasted for quite a while, her face grew increasingly red, and finally, she managed to speak with great difficulty

How do you know

Lin Yilan was taken aback to find that the other party could read. "Any form of art, whether it be painting, novels, or poetry, is acceptable; the thicker, the better"

No matter how cold the attitude, it cannot freeze the smile of the bearded man, until the man at the door impatiently warns.

The military uniform was nowhere to be found, and she was only wearing a man's shirt. Although she felt weak and had no other abnormalities, she was unclear about how long she had been unconscious. Thinking of the worst possibility, Lin Yilan gritted her teeth, filled with shame and anger, almost wishing for death. It was utterly unforgivable to be so foolish as to fall victim to such a trick.

The man leaned against the table, looking at her with a tone and expression that were equally calm. "I encountered them at the bar entrance; those guys hadn't had the chance to lay a hand on you yet. You are quite lucky."

He should drink less alcohol. Not knowing what to say, Lin Yilan took a long time to respond. Although many impolite questions were raised, there was no sense of malice, only an awkward yet amusing atmosphere

An inexplicable tremor coursed through her body, an unceasing sweat, her clothes became a cumbersome restraint, and she felt utterly powerless to break free, as if trapped in an endless nightmare, unable to escape. It seemed as though someone helped her shed her garments, the heat slightly subsiding, only to surge again almost immediately. Lin Yilan could not comprehend what the restlessness born of emptiness truly yearned for; she rolled over in unbearable discomfort. Suddenly, her skin, tormented by the heat, felt a refreshing coolness, as if she had been caught in a rain shower. The coolness gradually spread, miraculously alleviating the scorching heat, and she finally fell into a deep sleep.

Thank you. Lin Yilan's response left her feeling utterly devoid of dignity

He is not often in the house, and when he is, he rarely speaks; however, there are occasional exceptions. "You ate very little yesterday and today, why is that"

After a moment of stalemate, the man walked in front of her, half-kneeled to meet her gaze.

The man pondered for a moment, then took something from his bosom and tossed it onto the pillow.

... ... may ... ...

In the protracted nightmare, there are people of various shapes and colors, with fierce flames scorching, cold eyes gazing down, and painful cries of struggle. In the haze, moments of coolness repeatedly soothe the maddening heat. In the dream, there are magical hands, like a grandmother gently comforting, feeding her a sweet soup brewed from an ancient fever-reducing recipe.

Lin Yilan looked down and was surprised to find it was her own purse. "I thought it had been stolen"

Where is this

Lin Yilan stopped thinking further; this is a slum, and he is neither a gentleman nor a beast. At this moment, she is completely powerless; even if he truly wanted to do something, it would be impossible to stop him. Hopefully, in a few days, when she opens her eyes, it will all be over, bringing an end to this unspeakable predicament. The enemy's pity is more humiliating than mockery, and his attitude clearly indicates a desire to quickly rid himself of trouble

This is his room, which contains only a bed. She is not in a position to demand that he find another place to stay or sleep on the floor, so he naturally takes up half of the bed. Fortunately, he managed to get a blanket to avoid the awkwardness of their bodies touching. However, a new question arises: how did he sleep while she was unconscious? Could it be...

The people in the slums view the army with the same hatred that a snake has for an eagle; no one here likes soldiers, except for Sa, who is an exception among exceptions. It is already a great fortune to escape from Dana, and there is no reason to demand more from others