Chapter Nine, Lightness

I grant you a big-headed ghost

Her heart tightened as she hurriedly ran towards another corner

With a low gasp, she strained to lift her head, only to find herself gazing directly into a pair of beautifully elongated, deep black eyes

Everyone greeted each other, and that girl, Yu Xia'er, was the one who interrupted the conversation that day. She was dressed in a short peach-red shirt paired with a pink and white silk skirt, appearing graceful and elegant. Her large, round eyes were constantly rolling, and beneath her inquisitive gaze, there was a hint of disdain.

She whispered coldly, her pair of sparkling beautiful eyes shining brightly

I apologize...

In the split second of a flash, he swept his foot to directly attack her lower body. Xiao Gu dodged to the side, only to see a towering shadow rushing towards her—he actually leaped up and pinned her against the wall with all his weight

In fact, he did not see any suspicious individuals, but rather sensed some movement in the alley, and while pursuing, he lost track of the other party.

The smile, both cynical and ambiguous, is elusive and difficult to grasp. He suddenly turned to the side, narrowly avoiding the sharp tip of the hairpin, and with one hand, he seized her wrist and pulled it behind her back

This must be Sister Xiao Gu, I heard that you are still unwell, why are you in such a hurry to return

A pursuit akin to that of a phantom

That Xiao Muto has already left, you don't need to hold on so tightly anymore

Truly interesting

His laughter is clear and melodious, resembling the sound of the most precious ice jade shattering. In a single smile, his already exquisite and graceful features appear like unparalleled bright pearls, yet within the depths of his dark pupils lies a hint of mockery and gloom. Sunlight falls upon his shoulders, enveloping him in a tapestry of light and shadow, making him so captivating that one cannot look away

Let go

Without further thought, she turned and fled as if in flight

I saved your life; according to the script, you should offer yourself in return

Getting closer!

How could he be here

Verify identities one by one, allowing them to testify against each other and affix their fingerprints and signatures.

If looks could kill, Xiao Gu would have probably flayed him alive with a thousand cuts by now

Xiao Gu bit his lip, yet remained calm in the face of danger, continuously shifting directions as he dodged, while the sound of hurried footsteps in leather boots echoed from the distant alleyway

Xiao Yue coldly instructed, his words concise yet filled with cunning strategy. The team members felt a chill in their hearts, deeply aware that this young superior was not easily deceived, and they all bowed and went to carry out the orders.

It is that Xiao Yue

Let go of me! I am going to call for help!

In a teasing tone, Guangsheng still manages to provoke a deep sense of irritation

Rogue, Dengtuzai!

It is you! You are wandering around again, causing trouble.

By the way, who are you in such a hurry to chase after? A notorious bandit? A criminal wanted by the court?

Guangsheng Yileng then burst into loud laughter

Xiao Gu gritted his teeth, the surrounding scenery was quite familiar—after a winding detour, he unexpectedly found himself back at the scene of the incident, specifically at the back door of the Yuexiang Teahouse

Although unable to lift his head, one can still sense the rigidity and coldness of Guangsheng's body, and the tone filled with sarcasm clearly shows his disdain for Xiao Yue

This question from Guangsheng indeed left Xiao Yue momentarily stunned

Having grown accustomed to delicacies from the mountains and the sea, your simple congee and side dishes are indeed refreshing

Guangsheng smiled again, adding fuel to the fire, bringing the delicate hand of the girl in his arms to his lips, and giving it a passionate kiss.

Oh, it's you, cousin from the Xiao family!

The cold and stern voice of inquiry rang in my ears

"What a coincidence, suddenly a light beauty rushed into my arms..."

Do not let go!

It is a knife wound

Xiao Yue's voice also carried a hint of annoyance

As the soldiers shouted in a rough voice and hurriedly ran, the entire street was immediately sealed off, and everyone was ordered to stand still and not move at will

This long street is situated in a bustling and lively area, not far from the residences of the nobility, and is lined with numerous tea houses and shops. Since the Hongwu period, the livelihood of the people has flourished, and many small vendors set up stalls here, generally residing in the narrow alleys that branch off at corners. These dense and narrow alleys twist and turn, making it even more difficult to capture.

In broad daylight, what kind of decorum is this with you two embracing each other

If you have the ability, go find my father and report me, anyway I am not worried about my debts, the more lice, the less it itches

After being away for a few days, a new member unexpectedly appeared in the large kitchen, particularly in their charcoal room

Xiao Yue paused for a moment, and ultimately turned to leave. Before departing, he took one last look at the two embracing each other—seeing them so intimately close, it was as if they were kindling a fierce fire.

How can one compare to Lord Xiao, your youthful talent, dedicating yourself to the court with utmost devotion, until death!

She feigned panic and struggled.

At the moment she knocked him down, she clearly saw that beneath the rolled-up sleeve of his shirt, there was a large wound on his forearm, the flesh torn and still very fresh

The sharp and sarcastic remarks reveal a strong sense of animosity between the two individuals

What are you doing here

In the next moment, Xiao Gu thrust the silver hairpin in her hand, slicing through the air and aiming directly at his throat

The sounds of soldiers searching still faintly echoed, yet she continued to run forward, remaining agile and light. However, a sense of heaviness settled in her heart—ultimately, a woman's physical strength could not compare to that of elite soldiers, and she had to quickly shake them off.

The alley is long and quiet, with deep and broad bluestone brick walls that feel warm and smooth to the touch. Some plum branches extend over the low wall, their delicate red buds drawing stunning arcs before her—she runs quickly, listening to the sound of the wind by her ears, feeling that danger is still approaching

Suddenly, I felt someone approaching rapidly ahead, their black cloak resembling an eagle from the heavens, instilling a sense of awe in me

Xiao Gu hurriedly ran and hid into an inconspicuous alley

This is Yu Xia'er, and from now on, we will all be eating from the same spoon

Xiao Gu rolled his eyes, suddenly grabbed his right arm, and with a deft maneuver, threw him over his shoulder with minimal effort.

A shadow flickered around the corner ahead, and the sound of military boots clashing echoed. "Search from the outside in, these alleys must be thoroughly checked one by one"

Watching her run away, Guangsheng let out a helpless smile. He glanced at the wound on his arm, touched his nose, and lightly mocked, "Even if I could steal a kiss, I still consider today a gain..."

He laughed playfully, restraining her movements with his arm—meanwhile, the footsteps of the pursuer had already reached the alleyway behind them

A flash of understanding crossed his eyes, and then, with overwhelming force, he tightly embraced her in his arms, sealing her lips with his.

He is the fourth young master of the mansion, that infamous scion of a wealthy family, Guangsheng

Guangsheng mocked, tightly holding Xiao Gu in his arms, while Xiao Yue stood three zhang away, only able to see the girl's flowing black hair and her graceful figure

Xiao Gu's eyes, filled with a mix of shock and anger, flickered for just a moment before he gave up the struggle, leaving only the coldness of ten thousand years of ice—at this very moment, he absolutely could not raise his head!

You!

With a lightning-fast move, it was initially thought that she would be subdued in an instant, but unexpectedly, Xiao Gu's body was remarkably light, and she actually leaped backward, intending to escape his grasp

He sighed, lost in a daze, at this moment, faint voices were calling out to him from the long street outside the alley

After staying in the outer street for four or five days, Xiao Gu's fever miraculously subsided. With the butler's consent, Mama Qin took her back to the main kitchen in the inner courtyard

What a little firecracker!

truly ... ... unaware of self-restraint

Perhaps, he is merely a resident of a small alley, a commoner who steals dogs, and when he sees the officials, he is frightened and runs away in all directions

The feeling of being pursued from behind still lingered as she sprinted forward, only to collide with someone.

Xiao Gu turned around and pushed him away, intending to leave, but he stubbornly pressed her back with his entire weight

Isn't the Wucheng Bingmashi solely responsible for apprehending thieves and catching robbers? When did they have the leisure to concern themselves with matters of romance and pleasure?

He chuckled softly, causing his chest to rise and fall slightly. As he spoke, his large hand had already caressed her lovely face

She repeatedly apologized, yet was unceremoniously grabbed by the collar and suspended in mid-air

It is still that Xiao Yue