Chapter 7

"Hmm." She rubbed her tears on his clothing.

What is the matter? she asked

Shunhua's heart skipped a beat, forgetting the excruciating pain on her cheeks, and she stared directly at him, "Wei Chi Ge... she caused my death, and then was killed by someone else. What... what is the reasoning behind this?"

Wei Chi Gong did not even blink, readily accepting the reality she had defined. He had no intention of revealing to her that when he mistakenly thought that Xu Shi Shunhua was a child who could only rely on others to survive, he had entertained thoughts of dividing the Cui family's assets. He subtly shifted the topic slightly and said:

He explained in a gentle voice, "You haven't checked in with me or said goodnight today; everyone in the Wei Chi residence has reported in, and you are the only one missing. If you don't say anything, how can I close my eyes and rest?"

Her beautiful eyes were still watching him, and her tightly pressed lips suddenly moved, coldly uttering words laced with a hint of hostility and caution: "Are you here to harm me as well?"

Once in a foreign land, find a truly good doctor to completely cleanse the poison from Xu's Shunhua's body, and from then on, let him take root in Beitang just like that

At last, he can breathe a sigh of relief in his heart

Today, when Shunhua woke up, she felt the warm sunlight shining on her face. She glanced outside at the beautiful weather, with gentle winds and bright sunshine, while her heart remained shrouded in dark clouds. She had dreamed of Cui Shunhua and the daughter of the Liu family plotting to harm her, with Bai Qi watching the drama unfold nearby

The attendant was taken aback upon seeing Wei Chi returning to the character hall and quickly followed him.

She felt a vague resentment in her heart, subtly blaming Bai Qi for choosing a woman who would ultimately bring her harm in matters of marriage. Instinctively, she clutched at his robe, her breath quickening.

She was taken aback, gazing at him. However, she did not look at her, remaining focused on applying the medicine.

"Stinky tofu, is it?" He smiled slightly. "The stinky tofu stall outside the Spring Return Building? A good thing."

She lowered her gaze at the man's outer robe on her body, tightly gripping the fan in her hands, recalling a few days ago when she returned to the Cui residence, and he sent someone to find a doctor. She was so frightened that she refused to let the doctor come again to harm her.

She remembered that Bai Qi had indeed returned on the day she had a fever. When she woke up, she saw her maid, who was a few years older than her, entering with a bowl of medicine. At that time, Bai Qi was sleeping by her bedside, and for some unknown reason, the maid quietly approached and stole a kiss from Bai Qi's lips

This must be examined by a doctor to be confirmed

Suddenly, the image of Qing'e, before her departure, appeared in her mind, still exhibiting a tense demeanor...

His Shunhua has not yet suffered any injuries due to emotional distress, which is precisely the difference between the two. Shunhua is not cunning, but Cui Shunhua is quite the opposite... The focus is not on Cui Shunhua's frail health, but rather on the fact that Wei Chigong actually stayed overnight at the Cui residence. It is evident that the two have crossed the line of ambiguity, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that they have already had physical intimacy.

She thought he did not understand, and added: "There is blood on the socks, it hurts more than my hand"

Cui Shunhua obtained a "Longevity Spell" from the Great Wei. Through connections, she requested the High Priest to inscribe an indelible spell on her. As a result, if someone were to harm her, she would not die—this was her firm belief. On that day, besides the High Priest, X also left a spell for her. The High Priest was about to retire due to the divine mandate, thus the next High Priest, X, would assist.

She is feeling unstable, and her breathing is somewhat irregular

"Could it be that you were injured somewhere? This scar is clearly from a bruise you didn't treat in time."

"Alright, Shunhua, let me take you home," he said gently

Shunhua stared intently at the warmth he was tracing on her arm with his fingertip, and after a long while, she finally managed to regain her composure and asked, "Is... the incantation on this arm?"

Previously, she had restrained herself from violently attacking the renowned physician of the Wei dynasty, allowing him to leave first. Now, she was biting her thumb fiercely, concentrating solely on the matter of Xu's Shunhua, which is why she did not hear the door being opened slightly.

She appeared somewhat suspicious yet held no hostility, and he smiled, saying, "A borrowed knife can be useful."

I know

Later, she saw the maid hurriedly run away, even forgetting to leave the medicine behind, which made her suspect that she had been completely forgotten at that moment. Bai Qi opened his eyes coldly after a while, just in time to meet her gaze. They stared at each other for a long time, and perhaps Bai Qi saw through her doubts, smiling as he said to her: "Shunhua is still a child; your maid is a bit older, her thoughts have wandered, and she hasn't been able to take care of you attentively. Tomorrow, I will replace her for you."

On the shallow and dense scar, even if only a single incantation remains, can Cui Shunhua return?

In Beitangli, there is only one woman who venerates soap as a sacred object. Every day, even if she is busy with him until the dead of night, she must bathe before she can sleep. Over time, whenever she approaches, even with a sachet of fragrance, he can faintly smell the scent of soap on her.

He encountered this renowned physician of the Great Wei at the Bai residence while treating Xu Shi Shunhua. What a coincidence

Then let us find the old doctor who has been treating the Weichi family for many years, all of whom are supported by the Weichi family. He spoke slowly, fearing that she might not understand.

She raised her eyes to look at him. "Wei Chi Ge, has Cui Shunhua been disfigured?"

He said, "Lift the sedan chair." He turned to another sedan chair, and as he was about to enter, he slightly raised his gaze towards the horizon

...foot

Shunhua watched as he lowered his gaze, carefully yet deftly removing the white socks from his feet. She had seen him a few times, using both kindness and authority to coax his nephew, which was somewhat similar to how he was behaving now. Was he also trying to coax her?

Finally, her fingertips lightly touched his black hair, unable to resist the will of her heart, gently caressing his soft strands. At present, there is only one type of dual-effect soap produced by Wei Chi, and he is also racking his brains over it, so the scents on both of them are actually quite similar. She pressed her lips tightly together, her inner desires satisfied as she continuously touched him.

Ah," the attendant suddenly exclaimed

Shunhua responded with a sound, looking at his hands supporting her, thinking that she was not so delicate after all. No, it should not be said that Cui Shunhua's body was not so delicate... She then heard him say, "You go sit down, I will apply the medicine for you first. Once the medicine is applied, I will call someone to prepare the herbal decoction."

If it were Cui Shunhua herself, how could she possibly display such an expression? She also forcefully twitched her eyebrows, contorted her mouth, and this expression is unique to Xu Shih Shunhua; Cui Shunhua would be incapable of exhibiting such a demeanor

Everyone's attention was focused on the lady, and no one noticed this side. Wei Chi Gong knew very well who was about to fall down the stairs, yet he did not turn back to offer help. He calmly descended the steps until he exited Chunhui Tower, and Shunhua still did not manage to utter the words "Quickly go save the lady".

Will this impersonator of Cui Shunhua still exist at that time

"Go fetch the old lady!" Wei Chi Gong quickly returned along the original path, arriving back at the private room locked with a chain. He shook the door vigorously, but without a key, it was impossible to open. Without saying a word, he kicked the door panel against the wall on the left.

"... child?" Bai Qi had also referred to her as a child, and she did not mind, but at this moment, as she spoke, she felt a bit stifled, as if she had the illusion of being unable to catch up.

Her beautiful eyes were red, as she desperately pondered. If she could take Xu Shihunhua away from Beitang overnight, heading to Nanlin, to Dawei, or even to Xihuandu, then taking Xu Shihunhua away at this moment should not be considered too late

"Since it is you who is in pain, then it belongs to you. This face will accompany you for a lifetime. I do not mind, but do you truly not care at all?"

Shunhua was enveloped in his shadow, and she slightly raised her eyes; his chin was just above her head, and the air was filled with his scent.

Then, he casually grasped the hilt of her knife, locking eyes with her beautiful gaze

"First, keep her locked in the Spring Return Pavilion," Shunhua said softly, still not turning her head. "Once I have clarity of mind, I will decide her fate. Until then, Mother, keep an eye on her. If she wishes to die, let her be buried together with the Spring Return Pavilion!"

Among the servants of prominent and wealthy families, acquaintances are numerous, and the speed of information transmission is often faster than that among the masters. Bai Qi learned of this matter while visiting the Liu family.

If the incantation is gone, and she cannot return, can I still stay? Or, if she cannot return, do I not have much time left either? Wei Chi Ge, I trust you, do not deceive me

She shyly smiled, wanting to tell him that she felt much better and could eat a big bowl of white rice. Then, she wanted to throw her stinky self into the bathtub for a good wash.

She lifted the blanket and stretched her feet, feeling much better. When her feet, clad in white socks, touched the ground, the pain was no longer as sharp. She sniffed her sleeves and was relieved that there was incense in the room; otherwise, she would have smelled her own foul sweat.

She was taken aback and instinctively replied, "No. Bai Qi likes her and wants to marry her"

Shunhua let out a soft sound, knowing that he wanted to have a conversation with her before anyone else came in. She glanced at the bronze mirror, where the reflection of Cui Shunhua showed slightly flushed cheeks and eyes like spring water, devoid of any hint of arrogance. The charm was entirely that of Xu's Shunhua. If someone were to say that Cui Shunhua could possess such a gentle demeanor, she would absolutely not believe it

Cui Shunhua would not look at people with such wide eyes

She obediently released her grip in silence, and he replaced the dagger with a fan, placing it in her hand, before using the dagger to cut open the fan pouch. He leaned towards her, wrapping his arms around her body, using the fan pouch to tie up her long hair.

She was stunned. "What did you say? Did you say everything without missing a word?"

"The eyes can never be closed. Even if corpses are sent into the mansion, others may close their eyes, but the head of the family cannot. Even if one does not wish to see, one must continue to look, and in the end, the only thing one wants to do, the only thing one can do, is to protect one's own kin. As long as one can protect one's own kin, that is enough; everything else can no longer be considered." He spoke softly.

Shunhua

With the first kick, the door panel merely swayed, and without hesitation, he kicked a second time. The force of that kick caused the left door panel to be completely pushed inward into the room

He said to the servant of the Weichi family, "Go and ask the old lady if Master Cui has come by tonight." He raised the fan to his nose and gently sniffed it. Although the fragrance in the building was quite strong with the arrival of spring, he was always overly sensitive, as if he could detect the faint scent of the latest soap made by the Weichi family on the handle of the fan

Shunhua pursed her lips and said softly, "Weichi Ge... is the only good person who has no hostility towards me. I want to see you every night, as it makes me feel that the world of Cui Shunhua is not too unbearable, and I can sleep better."

Shunhua was originally nestled in his neck, crying. Upon hearing this, she slightly opened her eyes. She did not turn her head, but vaguely caught sight of the intertwined shadows on the ground. Among them was the figure of a woman holding a guqin, kneeling on the ground and trembling incessantly.

She quickly sat at the edge of the bed and said after he moved a stool to sit down, "I can take care of my foot injury myself."

At this moment, the atmosphere made her feel unfamiliar, even more flustered than when he had kissed her earlier

"That is good. To elaborate further, the first person to see you, Xu Shunhua, with your hair disheveled was not him, but me"

Her left hand clutched a sharp dagger. She held it tightly, yet did not point the blade at him; it was not fear that gripped her, but vigilance. Vigilance towards him, or towards everyone?

Hmm

I am currently watching the works of Xu Shihua

He laughed and said, "Drunk people are often prone to causing trouble, so it would be better for you to avoid that person in the future"

There was no threat in her voice, and she could not concern herself with so much. She heard Wei Chi Gong say, "Let it be as Master Cui wishes."

As she finished speaking, she heard a commotion in the hall, with voices shouting: "It's going to fall! It's going to fall!"

"...she is not dead, how could she not come back?"

She heard him ask, "Is there anywhere that hurts?" This sounded like he was trying to comfort her

Do you think there will be a day when Cui Shunhua returns? he asked casually

She Zhang Yin wanted to say, "I was just checking if you were sleeping soundly," to cover up her sudden feelings of confusion and infatuation. However, before she could utter a word, Wei Chi Gong quickly leaned forward, brushed against her lips, and then casually returned to his seat.

Shunhua pondered for a moment and softly said, "I think the Empress Dowager fears the curse of the Xu family"

Then, he secretly chuckled. When it came to Shunhua, was he being overly concerned in every aspect?

On the day of the Spring God Festival, a secret meeting took place as two palanquins passed each other. It turned out that the other party was the daughter of the Liu family. Why would a woman who is betrothed to Brother Bai Qi want to kill her

She has never done anything wrong, do not harm her again! She has already died once, do not harm her again!

...my legs are still a bit weak, but much better now. How do you know I am not Cui Shunhua?

Her right arm was wrapped in layers of white gauze, and then she looked at him. He slowly unwrapped the white cloth. A faint scar from a knife wound appeared on her delicate skin, which was also smeared with ointment for knife wounds, but around the scar were strange scars, shallow and dense

Wei Chi Gong approached and looked at her wound together with her, saying, "I see that there are no incantations, but since you are not at ease and are willing to endure the pain, perhaps you could lightly scratch a few lines on your skin where the suspected incantation appears in your eyes, to resolve it once and for all"

Upon hearing this, a trace of confusion crossed her pale face, which quickly vanished

"Shunhua, what do you think a host should do?"

The low moans of pain drew his attention to the man lying on the ground. Several deep gashes marred the man's back, arms, and pant legs, blood flowing profusely. He recognized him as the man who had previously harassed Yiren, and his heart involuntarily skipped a beat. Then, a sharp gaze fell upon him. Wei Chi Gong turned to look at the corner of the wall, where the candlelight barely illuminated a chair. A slender waist, the man's attire, and his long black hair, slightly disheveled, cascaded down to obscure his right face, while a pair of beautiful eyes stared intently at him.

No, Bai Qi was never simple; she had known this all along. However, because she regarded him as her own brother, she always considered his feelings. Even though he later met her only once a month, sometimes she felt she could hardly recognize Bai Qi. Nevertheless, she still trusted him wholeheartedly. It was precisely because of this trust that it became too easy for Bai Qi to take action.

Thank you, Brother Weichi. He murmured softly, feeling him gently patting her back.

She frowned. "Why harm others? And why be harmed by others?"

"Fine, I simply won't look."

No, Wei Chi, do not say that! If you do, it would expose everything that Miss Liu has done. Even if Bai Qi were to offer great wealth, he would no longer marry Miss Liu... Bai Qi is not easily fond of anyone; I was very angry that he did not notice earlier... Why would he marry a woman who has harmed me? If he does not like her, I could survive, but I have also thought that even if Miss Liu and Bai Qi are strangers, the Empress Dowager still wants my life, and Cui Shunhua would still take action. Sooner or later, I cannot escape; it is merely a matter of dying sooner or later. Thus... all of this is because I am a descendant of the Xu family, and it has nothing to do with Bai Qi. Let him marry the woman he loves; consider it my blessing to him, a way to express my gratitude for his years of care. Therefore, do not tell him, let him believe that Xu Shunhua died of illness, and that will be enough.

Shunhua was suddenly enlightened, no wonder the Empress Dowager once said that it would be beneficial to get closer to the Weichi family, for she had long known that the next Grand Minister would be someone from the Weichi family

She trembled all over and screamed in fright. Fortunately, she was biting her own finger and had her arm raised in front of her; otherwise, the forceful embrace of the newcomer would have already pressed against her soft chest.

Someone suddenly embraced her from behind

Uncertain whether it was her speaking or sighing, she felt Wei Chigong's foot pause, and then heard her respond with a sound. She originally intended to bury herself back into his neck, but he instinctively tilted slightly, as if to avoid her.

Liu Ye Yue glanced at him and asked, "Are you praying for Sister Shunhua?"

"Aren't you concerned about whether it will leave a scar?" He seemed to be making small talk, diverting her thoughts.

Shunhua struggled to sit up, her body still somewhat feverish. She had not bathed for several days, and her disheveled long hair was somewhat greasy. Her entire body was slick with sweat and oil. In the past, even when she was ill, she would still crawl into the bath, firmly believing that she would survive. Thus, she was always spirited, and the discomfort of her body could not bring her down. But now, she felt bitter and negative inside, not even wanting to move, let alone talk about bathing

Suddenly, he opened his eyes

He turned his face away, concealing the smile that curved at the corners of his mouth. Just then, a bronze mirror was nearby, and his gaze fell upon Shunhua in the reflection; her eyes were filled with frustration, as if she were questioning why she was not playing her role convincingly enough. He could not suppress his laughter, cleared his throat, turned his gaze away, and said gently

Shunhua originally intended to wipe away her tears and rise from his embrace, but upon hearing this sentence, her movements came to a complete halt. Her face turned bright red as she tightly clutched his clothing, feeling at a loss. In the end, she chose to remain buried in his arms, not daring to lift her head until she accidentally fell asleep.

Bai Qi felt a slight irritation; upon careful reflection, he realized that the source of his annoyance always stemmed from thoughts of Cui Shunhua

The poison fell into the hands of Liu Yeyue, who then handed it over to the renowned physician of the Great Wei. Even the renowned physician of the Great Wei was secretly sent to her by Cui Shunhua. It can be said that how could Cui Shunhua possibly die in the spring of next year

"When you were half-conscious during your illness, you asked me to allow these medicines to be handled only by me, and not to let anyone else take them, not even for a moment." His tone was somewhat gentle, even with a hint of approval. "Now that you are willing to lower your guard a little, it is a good thing. So, let me reapply the medicine on your face first."

He saw a renowned physician from the Great Wei appearing cheerfully from the staircase. This person looked somewhat familiar... he remembered.

Do you wish to return to the Weichi Manor

Shunhua was taken aback and tried to narrow her eyes a little, then a little more, until they became slits as she looked at him

She faintly felt her thoughts drifting off course, seeking someone to vent her anger on, looking for a scapegoat, but she could not control it. In the end, she could no longer bear to doubt Bai Qi any further, and forcefully slapped herself, casting aside all the chaotic thoughts in her mind.

"Was it Bai Qi and Liu Ye Yue who caused your death?"

Does it hurt

He focused on cleaning her wound first, and then said, "You have said everything."

How do you know again? This was a question that Shunhua almost blurted out, but suddenly, she realized that although he was staring at her intently, he occasionally glanced to her right.

Without the Xu family, perhaps he can no longer rely on a prestigious family, but with the Xu family gone, the royal family will loosen their surveillance on the Bai family, allowing him to fully unleash his potential. Moreover, by then he will have the Liu family, which has a clean lineage, supporting him, bringing him only benefits and no drawbacks. Bai Qi, who values profit, certainly understands what is truly important to him

The toes beneath the quilt stirred slightly, and the sensation of his ten fingers touching the sole of her foot lingered from that day. Shunhua covered her face, yearning to moan softly. She even recalled that she seemed to have asked him not to leave, at least not before she regained consciousness, not to let anyone who wished to harm her come near her.

She glanced again at the blood under her right sleeve and childishly replied, "My foot hurts"

...... Wei Chi Ge, may I take a look at your right hand

The arm is smooth and devoid of any substance

......Well, he is very good. Although I do not have a biological older brother and do not know how siblings interact, I think, given Bai Qi's personality, it is quite good for him to treat me that way; it is I who have thought poorly of him......

As he was about to leave the willow gate, he saw someone hurriedly passing by, clearly avoiding someone—was it him? He squinted to see clearly, and she followed his gaze, saying: "He is a renowned physician of the Great Wei. Since my brother is interested in studying medicine, let us invite him to our residence for guidance. However, he enjoys a few drinks, and he might have passed out somewhere, only just returning now"

She smiled gently and said, "Of course. Just like Shunhua, Yeyue sees that the other Cui Shunhua does not have the good fortune of having a sister like Shunhua, with such a wonderful elder brother as Young Master Bai"

Perhaps she posed this question, to which he softly replied, "I don't know"

Bai Qi chuckled lightly, seemingly indifferent, and asked, "Miss, are you acquainted with Master Cui?"

......

"Alright, then let us return to the Cui residence." He lifted her up in his arms, ensuring that her uninjured feet did not touch the ground.

"What they are targeting is Cui Shunhua, not you"

Upon hearing this, she knew she had to conceal her feelings, but her heart ached, and tears rolled down her cheeks

What is that? Wei Chi Gong, with his keen eyes, caught sight of a fan that had been left on the low table under the bright lights

Wei Chi Gong watched her figure quickly disappear at the door. The night was beautiful, unless there was an urgent matter, why was she clutching the zither and eager to flee for her life

She... she does not desire anyone else's body at all; she only wishes to return to that Xu Shunhua! The pain in her abdomen subtly reminds her that at this moment, this face, this body, all belong to her. Clearly, it is the face of Cui Shunhua, the body of Cui Shunhua, yet all the sensations belong to Xu Shunhua.

She walked to the bronze mirror and saw Cui Shunhua in the reflection. She rarely looked into the mirror because the person in it was not herself. She did not want to look. Now, her right eye had been treated, adorned with a garish array of colors that were painfully unsightly. The kind gaze in the mirror, clearly belonging to Xu Shih Shunhua, how could it be Cui Shunhua?

But she is truly innocent! She has never harmed anyone, nor has she ever publicly spoken ill of others. Why does everyone want to harm her? Is it just because she is a descendant of the Xu family?

"...Hmm, I remember him." She stared intently at her left hand. His fingers absentmindedly touched each of hers, was this... teasing? Or was he simply lost in thought, unaware of what he was doing?

"Madam, is she one of yours?" Wei Chi Gong asked in a soft voice

Her lips were burning, and she instinctively wanted to lick them, but she was afraid of making a mistake. This was her first time experiencing such... such... She tried hard to recall Bai Qi's reaction

Those striking black and white eyes gazed at him in silence

Today, the weather is fine with gentle winds and bright sunshine

She had encountered the inappropriate man again and approached without hesitation, violently lifting the table to strike him. Seizing the opportunity, she tried to pass by him to escape through the door, but the door would not budge

Her heart trembled slightly as she leaned forward, wanting to touch his charming lips. Being too close, his breath lightly brushed against her face, causing her emotions to become somewhat disordered

Cui Shunhua believes that the attempt on her life is orchestrated by the Northern Tang royal family. She can understand this, as it would be reasonable for Bai Qi to allow Liu Yeyue to poison her, given that the Xu family poses only a threat to Bai Qi's future. What she cannot comprehend is why Liu Yeyue wants to kill her.

"Oh..." Her face also grew slightly warm as she nestled into his shoulder. She had thought... that he always regarded her as a child. She couldn't help but add, "My mouth smells bad; it's because I ate stinky tofu, and it has nothing to do with me personally"

"... Weichi Ge." As these three words smoothly slipped from her lips, she felt somewhat reassured. "Has anyone ever harmed you?"

The medicine applied under her eyes was practically searing, directly burrowing into her flesh and causing chaos! She suddenly clutched his collar tightly, her joints turning pale. She trembled as she said, "This face... is not mine."

"...Did I say a lot when I was sick?" she asked. The damp cloth touched the wound under her eye, causing her to flinch. This wound is indeed deep; how is it still so painful after several days?

Young Master Bai

Do not exert yourself too much, be careful of foot injuries

On the day of the Ten Thousand Beasts Festival, he even soared into the evening sky to find Shunhua to have hot pot together, and Shunhua's habit of dipping her chopsticks to her lips and then stirring them into the hot pot was simply identical.

She let out a faint sigh in her heart, indeed, she bitterly smiled: "Wei Chi Ge, I used to foolishly think that while I was still alive in the Bai residence, I could quickly take Xu Shi Shunhua and escape, and then I wouldn't have to die. But now, where would I go? I want to go back."

Later, Qi Er arrived, and the original maid was nowhere to be seen. At that time, she was very puzzled; clearly, Bai Qi looked haggard, so how could the maid want to be close to Bai Qi? At the very least, it would be more worthwhile to be close to Bai Qi when he looked as handsome as usual.

She recalled herself with disheveled hair, muttering, "I do not want to marry him! I would rather become a nun than marry!"

Wei Chi Gong noticed her unusual behavior and, without showing any signs, neatly tied up her long hair. He then looked at her and was immediately taken aback.

Do you like to eat

His large palm touched her cheek, and Shunhua only felt the warmth of his palm penetrating her heart. She truly let out a huge sigh of relief. Someone could share with her, alleviating the heavy pressure in her heart; someone was willing to believe in her, willing to see her as Shunhua of the Xu family. She really felt... it was enough

"Xu Shi Shunhua is undoubtedly a beauty... but I fear you may become confused, which would not be good."

Suddenly, Qi Yuming turned to meet her gaze. Shunhua felt a slight sense of strangeness and pretended to naturally bury her face back into Weichi Gong's shoulder

His fingers trembled lightly as they brushed against the bloodstain beneath her eye, not a smear of blood, but rather flesh that had been cut by a dagger. "You..." The opened flesh was about the size of a fingernail and somewhat deep; he hurriedly pressed down to stop the bleeding beneath her eye.

Her long hair instantly fell loose, leaving no place to hide

In an instant, she felt that his expression seemed somewhat strange

In the next moment, she became even more confused

How could Shunhua be associated with Qi Yuming? It should be that Cui Shunhua likes Qi Yuming... He paused in thought, realizing that he was actually counting the number of times she had met Qi Yuming. He then heard the attendant say: "The matron said she didn't recognize him at first because that handsome young man had a charming smile, unlike the way Cui usually is."

I am always lonely in the Bai residence. I remember that when you came, although we did not speak much, I really liked it. Could you... not look at Xu's Shunhua's face

Her dear father once expressed with a sigh that the Xu family, due to their connection with him, was mistakenly perceived as being closely related to the four clans of the four nations. He lamented that one day, they would surely vanish from this world, fearing that the Xu family would be the first among the four clans to disappear

Shunhua was momentarily taken aback, catching a glimpse of the redness in his earlobes, and her heart was filled with astonishment

Perhaps, Bai Qi is subconsciously ignoring it; perhaps, Bai Qi is intentionally indicating it. Otherwise, why would the Liu family's young lady, who has no hatred towards her, want to harm her

Shunhua was originally in a state of emotional turmoil, speaking nonsensically without paying particular attention to what he was saying. However, when he uttered the name Xu Shi Shunhua, she was taken aback, recalling her earlier ramblings with a sense of horror in her heart

She instinctively moved her steps, crouching in front of Wei Chi Gong, staring blankly at his serene sleeping face with closed eyes

She is not Cui Shunhua, she is not that bad

He lifted the beaded curtain and picked up the fan. Upon opening it, the fan displayed a waterfall in the mountain stream, a design popular among merchants in Beitang, with nine out of ten people owning this fan. He recalled that he had once given the same fan to Shunhua, and could not help but glance back at all the silhouettes of women behind the beaded curtains on the second floor.

Not long after, the attendant reported: "Master, the matron said that today Master Cui did not come, but when Young Master Qi arrived, he was accompanied by a handsome young man. At that time, she did not pay much attention, but now upon careful reflection, he bears a slight resemblance to Master Cui"

Brother Bai Qi... did you not notice? Or is it that Brother Bai Qi has tacitly allowed it? Has the Xu family truly become a burden to him?

Wei Chi Gong took off his outer robe and let her wear it. Although his robe was somewhat long, the merchants from Beitang preferred to wear floor-length robes, so it would not be inappropriate for her to wear it

Wei Chi Gong noticed that her lips had turned pale, and her brows were slightly furrowed. He took her hands and moved them to his clothing. He said:

......I do not know, the priests have not encountered such a situation

If it were the past Xu Shi Shunhua, she would absolutely not believe that Bai Qi would take action, but at this moment, a few months after she became Cui Shunhua, she actually began to doubt Bai Qi.

I will not take it to heart

Her eyes were slightly large, and she felt her heart momentarily stop. Then, perhaps due to the many storms she had experienced recently, she surprisingly managed to remain calm and innocently tilted her face back.

The master has arrived.

Some people cannot find peace in their lives simply because you have shown them kindness in a moment of compassion

Shunhua listened to his nonsensical ramblings, fully aware that his long hair had already been scattered, yet her anger erupted, and she absolutely refused to acknowledge that such a person could be her husband! To ask her to recognize him again? The Xu family Shunhua had already inexplicably recognized him once; if she were to do so again, she might as well ascend directly to the Western Paradise!

Shunhua sat down on the ground with a thud

"......Alright." She met his gaze.

She felt a slight calmness in her heart and glanced at him again. She remembered that when she was Xu Shi Shunhua, she would occasionally fall seriously ill. At that time, her beloved father had passed away, and Bai Qi was busy transforming the Xu family into the Bai family. During her serious illness, he did not rush back, but on the morning when her fever subsided, she retained a vague memory of Bai Qi, exhausted, collapsing at the head of her bed.

She understood that when her dear father referred to her, he meant that she would not live long. However, she took his words as a call to gather the remaining daughters of the Xu family, and thus, it was impossible for the Xu family to continue.

He lifted her delicate white jade-like foot and placed it in his large palm, his gaze resting on the sole of her foot

She hurriedly met his gaze. He said slowly, "I rarely got close to Cui Shunhua in the past, and I can't recall her appearance, but now, I am certain that what I see is the kind-hearted Xu Shunhua from the Bai residence."

"It was not I who discovered it." After taking his medicine, he set the medicinal paste aside. "Usually, I do not pay special attention to Cui Shunhua, or rather, I focus on her actions rather than the person herself. Even if she were to wear heavy makeup one day, I would not notice. Shunhua, do you remember the initial time you shared a sedan with me, the X left in the sedan?"

"Since there are currently people harming you, Cui Shunhua, how can you be certain that no one harmed her before you arrived? Perhaps she was already harmed and killed by someone long before you came here"

In Beitang, there is no open interaction between men and women, yet it does not reach the point where even holding hands must wait until after marriage. She sometimes sees maids hiding in corners mingling with servants, but their behavior remains polite, without any intimate actions

"Should we repay tooth for tooth?" he asked seemingly without concern

He heard the servants in the courtyard chatting, mentioning that Cui Shunhua had fallen seriously ill. The illness was not severe; it was a long-standing accumulation of emotional distress that had allowed wind and cold to invade, making it difficult to resist

When the day comes that you truly understand how to kiss, please help me untie and then rebind it.

"The past Cui Shunhua has died. You are Xu Shunhua, and the curse of the Xu family will surely protect you"

"I have no impression... I bathe too late and haven't been able to look closely." She instinctively replied and asked, "What if there is nothing on the right side as well?" She attempted to roll up her right sleeve, but he pressed it down.

She is disguised as a man! She is a woman! What is a woman doing at Chunhui Tower?

"She is convinced it is the longevity spell, but the high priest cannot guarantee it for her. I have heard that the Empress Dowager hinted that Cui Shunhua would eliminate the Xu family royal influence on her behalf; how could one Cui Shunhua compare? If the Empress Dowager wanted to eliminate you, she only needs to issue an order, and you would disappear at any moment. If the royal family truly harbors such hatred for the Xu family, why have they not taken action for hundreds of years?"

"If we are to discuss marriage based on this, it should not be him; it is I who will marry you first." He reached out to her waist, and she looked on without resistance, allowing him to take her fan pouch.

When she intended to get acquainted with a young lady of comparable background to Bai Qi, she asked someone to find an opportunity for them to meet by chance a few times, which indeed caught Bai Qi's attention. She was well aware that the marriage between their families would primarily revolve around mutual benefits, yet she thought that Bai Qi must have some degree of affection for her.

Her right arm was gently pulled into his embrace, avoiding her shallow knife wound. Her left hand hesitated, wondering whether to push him away or not. She felt a bit flustered inside, her fingers opening and closing repeatedly, contemplating whether to pull away from him or...

He spoke calmly, yet Shunhua felt a chill run down her spine. Is this not a rationalization for harming others? But... what if it were her? If she were in charge, would she not act the same way? How fortunate she is that she is not the head of the Bai family; however, the head of the Bai family did not manage to protect her

She raised her eyes to look at him

He seems to have bathed, she thought, as she had also caught a whiff of his freshly bathed scent yesterday. The two men closest to her, one being Bai Qi and the other him, had both been influenced by her habit of bathing daily, yet aside from the scent of soap, their fragrances were quite different from one another

The shadow kneeling on the ground trembled even more violently, yet did not utter a word of plea for mercy. Perhaps she felt that, given Cui Shunhua's temperament, begging for mercy would be futile. Shunhua did not want to pay attention, only wishing to act willfully like a turtle withdrawing its head, leaving everything to him, but she caught a glimpse of that trembling figure.

She imagined herself in the awkward position of bending down to apply medicine to the soles of her feet, then glanced at him, surely he was also imagining it, yet he surprisingly did not turn his head to laugh, she really ought to be grateful to him

She had never seen such a discordant expression on his face; it was truly fascinating. She felt a slight relaxation in her heart and replied, "My father once said that the Xu family indeed has a curse—an eye for an eye. Those who dare to harm the Xu family will surely face retribution. My father and I both believe that this is merely a threatening curse. I have always thought that the royal family did not eradicate us completely simply because they allowed us to fend for ourselves, no longer considering us a threat. They must have gathered, thinking that the Xu family is similar to the Xixuan Xu family. Since the Xixuan Xu family produced a ghostly daughter, Xu Da, the curse of the Xu family must surely come true. Thus, they have lived in fear for hundreds of years, which is why they want Cui Shunhua to risk her life to kill the Xu family..." She suddenly stopped speaking, meeting his warm gaze. After hesitating for a moment, she said, "Weichi Ge, I... did not approach Cui Shunhua for no reason, did I?"

He stared at her for a moment, slowly letting go, and helped her roll up her sleeves

Is the Xu family's curse coming true? Cui Shunhua conspired to kill her, and Cui Shunhua was also killed, thus she extended her life through Cui Shunhua's body

"Previously, I applied medicine to your wound and did not see any incantations. The incantations on both sides have faded, indicating that this person is destined to have returned to the West. What is there to discuss about immortality? She is already dead and will not return."

"What I see in my eyes is the beauty of Xu's Shunhua." She replied slowly, reaching out to stroke her forehead, and gently asked, "Shunhua, is there anywhere else you feel unwell"

"How did you find out that I am not Cui Shunhua?" she murmured

Wei Chigong turned his head and followed the gaze of his attendant. A courtesan, holding a qin, appeared flustered and hurriedly left.

Grasping his clothes cannot alleviate the pain, she thought that although she might still possess a hint of childishness, even applying medicine required her to roll about in distress. She believed she would never be able to hold her head high in front of him for the rest of her life. Enduring the pain, she complied, clutching at his lapel, allowing him to dry her tears once more

He turned his face away, and surprisingly, the corners of his mouth lifted.

stinky tofu

"Which home should I return to?" she choked out

I have no grievances or enmity with Cui Shunhua, so why does she want to harm me? I originally intended to preserve her life; once she found a way to return, I would give her back her body, preventing other inexplicable spirits from taking her away. Yet, it was she who caused my demise. I thought Lian Bi was a eunuch, and I treated him fairly, but unexpectedly, he conspired with those performers to kill me. The same goes for that woman; I had clearly shown goodwill and assured her that I would not harm her, so why does she also want to kill me?

"Not at all," he laughed. After waiting for the maid from the Liu family to step out with the necessary items for offering incense, he then followed the Liu family's young lady out together. "It is a good thing to be close to the temple; coincidentally, I am also going to pray for blessings."

She weakly lifted her eyes, slightly dazed for a moment. A young man was resting in a chair, propping his chin on his hand, his eyes half-closed. He had removed his outer robe and was dressed only in a long shirt, the shadows obscuring much of his face, but she knew who he was.

She added, "My feet hurt"

He paused for a moment before saying, "Such matters are difficult to articulate. Perhaps he was the one who struck first, or maybe I took the initiative. When one is in a position of power, if one does not exercise caution, it is often one's own people who suffer the consequences. In the end, it becomes impossible to distinguish who harmed whom."

Liu Ye Yue gently bowed in return and said softly: "Young Master Bai is usually busy with affairs, and today he specially accompanied Ye Yue to the temple to pray for blessings. Ye Yue truly feels a sense of guilt in her heart"

He noticed that she was somewhat frustrated and couldn't help but smile. "It's alright, I'll wait for you"

Bai Qi did not even blink, and replied with a smile: "Not really. But since Miss Liu has brought it up, I would like to ask Miss Liu to also pray for my younger sister."

"Bai Qi cannot be said to believe in ghosts and deities; should we even discuss it with him?"

"... ... Don't blow air, my ear itches." He said in his usual tone

Indeed, even if the outer appearance is the same. However, what outsiders see is Cui Shunhua, while what he sees is Xu Shunhua! As expected, the words of a merchant can withstand a thousand troops. Shunhua chuckled, and then could not help but burst into laughter, but how could a young lady laugh so inappropriately? Her face turned slightly warm, and she softly said: "Wei Chi Ge, may I borrow you for a moment?"

"In that case, let us resell her..." he said

He looked at her. "Are you coming by yourself? Is that alright?"

She buried her face deeper into his neck. Someone was following behind him; she knew it was his attendant. She could feel the attendant's astonished gaze upon her, or perhaps there had been someone watching her all along. She chose to ignore it and whispered softly in his ear, "Yuchi Ge, why is it that despite my goodwill, she does not believe that I have no intention of harming her? Instead, she only believes me when I threaten her?" She recalled that on the day of the grand feast, she had unconditionally spared all the performers of the Cui family, yet they still did not trust her, which led them to conspire against her. With this thought, she couldn't help but let out a low sigh.

He became the head of one of the four prominent wealthy families in Beitang at the age of sixteen, and now, over twenty years later, he has experienced countless ups and downs and witnessed many dangers. He certainly understands the hearts of people in this world far better than Shunhua.

She remembered that at that time, Bai Qi tightly pursed his lips when he was kissed, and after speaking to her, he borrowed her basin to wipe his face before drinking water. ... Her situation with Bai Qi was completely different; she had no desire to wipe her face or mouth at all

Upon seeing this, Shunhua could not help but feel a sense of embarrassment akin to that of a young girl, which instead made her heart feel heavy. She suddenly said, "This foot does not belong to me." If it is not hers, what is there to admire? She instinctively withdrew her foot, but she gently pressed down on the sole of her foot, letting out a muffled cry.

He glanced at the man covered in scars, stepped forward to her, and casually said: "Shunhua, have you forgotten to do something?"

I have not harmed anyone

Well, I won't bring it up to him, and you shouldn't pay too much attention to how that person from Chunhui Building looked at you without your hair tied up. If we really talk about it, what he saw was the appearance of Cui Shunhua, which has nothing to do with you

She fluctuated between warmth and coldness, only feeling that she was on the verge of a serious illness. She could not afford to collapse now... The life of Xu Shunhua was counting down, still waiting for her to save... still waiting for her...

He was taken aback for a moment, then quickly composed himself and said: "Shunhua, may I take a look?"

He raised his eyebrows slightly, his expression somewhat complicated. He did not quite believe in curses, but having encountered a possessed girl before, he was compelled to believe.

Even if I cannot manage, I can always have a maid to assist me she replied

Wei Chigong immediately scanned her body; apart from the wide sleeve on the right side being cut by a knife, her clothing was not stained with any blood. He remained fixated on her, but suddenly let out a sigh of relief— it was precisely because of this sigh that he realized he had been holding his breath all along

Who is he looking at now

You say it was Cui Shunhua who caused your death, it was the daughter of the Liu family who caused your death, while Bai Qi watched coldly.

He spoke in a way that was very reassuring, but perhaps too reassuring. Shunhua raised her arm and looked closely again. She remembered that when she entered Cui Shunhua's body, her right arm had a faint pain, but at that time she was in a state of panic. Even during bathing, she was reluctant to look at this body; after a while, when she looked again, it was just shallow and dense scars. After that, she fell a few more times, not paying much attention to her injuries. What did the incantation look like?

Her lips softly parted slightly, yet they were close enough that whenever she pouted, she could still touch his softness. She looked at his mouth, her heart skipped a beat, and she instinctively turned away, only to meet his gaze again. In a moment of surprise and panic, she pulled back, unsure of what to do.

She hesitated for a moment, tightly closing her mouth, but after all, she had met the person a few times, so she turned her head and glanced over the railing on the second floor. The crowd was in a state of panic, watching closely, and Qi Yuming was among them. She secretly breathed a sigh of relief

The warm palm gently pressed against the back of her head. She buried her face in his embrace, laughing. Still mindful of her modesty as a girl, she dared not laugh out loud. As she laughed, her eyes suddenly filled with warmth, tears streaming down her face, and she held him tightly.

Since there is already the longevity curse, why does she still ... ...

He squatted in front of her and said, "What did you eat? Why do you have a smell on you?"

"Shunhua is still a child in this regard," he said softly, rubbing his fingertip against her tightly closed lips

The medical skills of the Great Wei are quite excellent, but for him, the Great Wei is an unfamiliar place. Even if someone claims to be a renowned physician, he is unwilling to let a stranger he does not know examine Shunhua. He would rather trust the old doctor Beitang whom he has brought in.

"Wait for me? But I... I..."

She was taken aback. She pushed again with force and heard the sound of chains clashing outside, clearly indicating that someone had locked the door tightly.

The terror of being attacked repeatedly on this day prompted her to react swiftly, using all her strength to push with her elbow. The intruder, caught off guard, staggered back a few steps, and Shunhua immediately got up and rushed forward, her movements flowing seamlessly.

Shunhua's complexion was slightly flushed; as he patted his sleeves and got up, he stepped forward to lend a hand.

The Empress Dowager ordered Cui Shunhua to kill the Xu clan to vent her anger; however, it turns out that Cui Shunhua had already taken action long ago

Her words clearly expressed concern. Her small face was slightly shy as she responded softly and stole a glance at him from beneath her lashes. It was uncertain whether it was due to Bai Qi's half-South Lin bloodline, but his brows and eyes always carried a hint of subtle elegance. Although he lacked some of the flamboyance typical of the Northern Teng people, such a handsome man, coupled with his achievements, was indeed the first choice for admiration in a woman's heart, and she was no exception

She turned her head to look, and her sleeve was cut. There was a faint scratch on her arm, which did not hurt, and she had not noticed it until now. What is there to see? Shunhua felt a doubt in her heart and looked at him, their gazes colliding.

He did not lift his head and said, "If it is not your foot, how could it hurt this much?" He slightly furrowed his brows, estimated for a moment, and then carefully helped her put on white socks and boots. After checking the other foot, when he lifted his head, he smiled at her encouragingly and said, "Let’s endure a little longer, we can apply the medicine after we get home." He naturally moved over to her right arm, gently touching her wound, which indeed was just a light scratch and would not be a major issue.

She recalled the moment when Bai Qi threw the soap ball into the lake ... ? ... Xu Shi Shunhua had never received a soap ball in her lifetime, so no matter how hard she tried, it was impossible for her to create something out of nothing, right? Was Xu Shi Shunhua's fate truly unchangeable?

He felt a heaviness in his heart, recalling the private room locked with iron chains. With spring returning to the building, was there really a need for iron chains to lock the room

Cui Shunhua would not follow Xiaoguitou every night to report to me for safety; at that time, I felt somewhat strange. I asked them to report for safety every day to ease my mind. Why are you making a fuss? They understood my worries, yet they were not necessarily pleased to report regularly. You, on the other hand, take pleasure in this; your reports of safety are not to reassure me, but rather to see me before you sleep each night, to put your own mind at ease, am I right?

Is it true that this couple is about to be united in marriage? If the Wei Chi family and the Cui family form an alliance, then the Bai and Qi families will truly be relegated to a subordinate position forever

"But it is very smelly." After a pause, she suddenly said: "Bai Qi wants to go to the Liu family's daughter, he has gotten his wish. I did not stop him, why does he want to harm me with the Liu family's young lady?"

"Who is she?" Wei Chi Gong asked

Just as she was about to speak, she heard him say:

As he walked, some young women noticed his splendid attire and immediately recognized him as a master from a wealthy household, taking the initiative to approach him. However, Yu Chigong waved his sleeve, signaling them to return. When he entered the corridor connecting the Spring Return Pavilion, behind the curtain was a row of private rooms. He passed by one of the rooms that was locked with an iron chain, his gaze lingered for a moment, filled with curiosity, yet he remained distracted and continued walking towards another wooden corridor leading to the square hall.

Wei Chigong pondered for a moment and then said, "Is Qi Yuming in the Hui character hall?"

The man exclaimed in surprise: "Isn't this Qing'e?" Then, astonished, he called out: "So beautiful! Beauty, are you... going to marry me? Alright! I will marry! I will marry!"

To protect her ... ... she smiled bitterly: "This method of protection is truly strange. Clearly, I am just an ordinary girl. I thought I would have a sister-in-law, but it turns out that this sister-in-law actually wants to harm me like this ... ... "

Shunhua was taken aback and looked at him; he did not raise his head and continued to observe the scar on her arm. ... She had not said anything yet, but he began to make suggestions, even mentioning the scar that resembled a possible curse. In his eyes, he could also see that several of her scars looked quite similar to a curse.

The existence of this counterfeit is solely due to the death of Xu Shi Shunhua; if Xu Shi Shunhua had not died, how could she exist? How could she possibly take away Xu Shi Shunhua?

Shunhua Zhang opened her eyes wide. This is too familiar, isn't it? Just a moment ago, it was said that even if it were Cui Shunhua's body, now it has become Xu Shunhua. How is it that in the blink of an eye, the blame is shifted back to Cui Shunhua? Could it be that this is what is referred to as having matters related to Cui Shunhua, and when there are none, it is Xu Shunhua? ... Are the mouths of these merchants always like this ... ? ... Is it all just empty talk?

"Shunhua, may I tie your hair for you?" he asked gently

"It is ... ... Wei Chi in charge, and Qing'e is merely ... ... not involved in our affairs ... ... I will transfer her contract of sale to Master Cui right away, and let Master Cui handle it as he sees fit"

She touched her face in the mirror, thinking positively; she would no longer smash it with the same force as the first time. Occasionally, she had the illusion that the beautiful visage reflecting such a familiar expression in the mirror was truly her own.

... ... it hurts a lot. Of course, it hurts to press her like this

Bai Qi recalled the rabbit costume from the Ten Thousand Beasts Festival and the way Cui Shunhua ate hot pot, which stirred up his irritation once again. Although Shunhua was at home, he would occasionally remember Cui Shunhua's recent actions, causing his heart to skip a beat.

There was no hesitation on his clear face as he raised both hands over her right foot and focused intently on removing her boot

As spring returns, there is another woman disguised as a man in the building. Shunhua immediately thinks of Yiren. She opens her mouth to speak; this is precisely the opportune moment for Weichi Gong to heroically save the beauty. In "The Four Seasons of the Capital," Yiren falls from the second floor, and it is Qi Yuming who saves her in time. At that moment, the Xu family’s Shunhua was still lamenting that if it had been Weichi Gong, perhaps the outcome would have been vastly different

It turns out she is an extremely foolish person, thinking every day about being a good sister-in-law, believing that no one cares about the Xu family afterwards, yet all this time, everyone is waiting for the knife in their hands to fall

No, that day of the Ten Thousand Beasts Festival was our first meeting

Wei Chigong responded and adjusted her sleeves for her. Shunhua's heart was still racing, not yet returning to its original state. He then asked, "Did Shunhua see any incantations on the right arm that day?"

No matter how much she tries to ingratiate herself, she still wants to harm her! She still wants to harm her! Who has she harmed? Who has she harmed? Who exactly has she harmed? In an instant, Shunhua's eyes were filled with hatred, gritting her teeth.

Shunhua immediately buried her face in his neck, holding him tightly with both hands. Even if he regarded her as a child, at this moment, only this person knew who she truly was

He turned around, timely adjusting his gaze to one of surprise, and with a bow, smiled at the young lady of the Liu family, saying: "Miss Liu, you look truly well today"

She fears that she will be killed again while in a deep sleep, she is afraid of death, very afraid... Such weakness is truly shameful, yet he still chose to stay.

She thinks that perhaps the part of Bai Qi's lineage that emphasizes southern etiquette is at play. Although he has never overstepped his bounds, he always considers her in every situation. Is this not a clear indication of how much he values her?

Her nimble movements can surely be attributed to her experiences of impersonating Cui Shunhua and facing numerous dangers. If the naive Shunhua, who is unaware of the abundance of wicked people in the world, were to encounter this, she would undoubtedly be too frightened to react in time

Does the doctor want to see Cui Shunhua's face? What about me? Who are you looking at now?

"Indeed," she admitted, "although the smell is overwhelming, one only realizes its deliciousness upon tasting. If I hadn't happened to see Qi Yuming, I would have wanted to eat a few more plates."

He leaned forward to adjust his posture and kissed her lips without warning. This time, it was not just a fleeting touch as before. Shunhua stood frozen, slowly feeling the softness on her lips and his breath.

If it really hurts, just grab my clothes. You definitely need to apply medicine to that injury

She is very eager to live... She truly wants to live... Why must the innocent her be harmed

As she tried to create distance, the person behind her suddenly grabbed her hair. She cried out in pain, but ignored it, allowing him to tear apart her restraints.

It turns out that she is also influenced by her surroundings in her beliefs. Therefore, it is not surprising that Bai Qi, over the years, is no longer as innocent as in her youth.

The High Priest is unable to verify the authenticity of the Longevity Spell, but he left behind divine power when casting the spell. The incantation is dual in nature; if one side of the incantation disappears, the owner of this body will temporarily leave their soul, but there will surely be a day of return. This is how it should be. The tall man slid his fingers across Shunhua's palm, slowly rolling up her sleeve to reveal her bare arm.

She turned around and saw a strange man! Yet amidst the strangeness, there was a hint of familiarity. She secretly exclaimed, it is the man who had previously deceived her!

During the day, when Cui Dangjia was being pursued, this young lady hid in the sedan chair and did not come to his aid. Later, Cui Dangjia forbade others from causing her trouble. This attendant was indeed a young man from the Weichi family. Unexpectedly, it turned out that she was from Chunhui Tower.

And then?

She sniffed and stubbornly explained

Now, she seems to understand somewhat. She gazes at Wei Chigong's sleeping face; his jaw still bears the shadow of unshaven dark stubble, making him less handsome than usual. However, however...

Whenever she thinks that she did not die in accordance with fate, but was instead killed by someone, her heart is filled with immense resentment. If her soul had not accidentally entered the body of Cui Shunhua, she would have likely died unjustly and without clarity, believing until her death that she simply succumbed to a stroke of bad luck and illness.

That night, Cui Shunhua fell seriously ill

Shunhua covered her face, feeling her ten fingers icy cold, as the chill seeped down from her face into her internal organs, making her feel quite uncomfortable. Although she knew that Bai Qi was not that kind of person, there was still a moment of wavering in her heart.

If Cui Shunhua can return, what about her? Can she return to her own body

She pressed her lips tightly together and, after a while, said softly, "I must return to the Cui family."

Wei Chigong said: "He lost his sight at a young age and is extremely sensitive to tone; he never forgets a sound after hearing it once. That day, you spoke in the voice of Cui Shunhua, but a person's tone and volume can vary with their personality, which is why he initially could not tell who you were. He firmly believed that you were not Cui Shunhua, and that is when I began to pay attention to you... Some things are simply impossible to do, even if Cui Shunhua were to hit his head hard."

She overheard it

She performed everything completely? "... ... It hurts!" A large hand pressed against the back of her head, preventing her from avoiding it. "It really hurts!" The pain was so intense that tears streamed down, flooding over the wound, and it felt even more painful as if salt were being rubbed into it, making her almost think she was going to peel.

Her nod was equivalent to trusting him. After a moment of hesitation, she finally nodded. While the doctor was examining her, he held onto her tightly. She vaguely remembered that the very old doctor wanted to apply medicine to her knife wound as well, but he refused, insisting that the old doctor personally bring the external medicine, and he would help her apply it, even tending to the wound on the sole of her foot himself

The back of her head was gently held, with no intention of allowing her to retreat. According to the teachings of Bai Qi on the conduct of a proper young lady, she would have long since resorted to punches and kicks.

Yes. Tonight, the Jia family has reserved the Gongzi Hall, while Young Master Qi is in the Huizi Hall. The character halls of Chunhui Building are primarily used by merchants from Beitang to conduct business. Although there are still young ladies accompanying them, their role is merely decorative, as they mostly play the guqin. If a business deal is successfully concluded in the character hall, these young ladies can receive additional rewards. Therefore, the young ladies in Chunhui Building, who do not sell themselves, place great importance on their artistic skills.