Chapter 6

I am truly glad that you pay such attention to me. He said in a blunt and hoarse tone, "I want you to look at me like this all the time"

Having lived together for more than ten years, the two had long established a tacit understanding. She quickly stepped forward

She stood at the edge of the bed, hesitant to make any sudden movements, quietly observing his sleeping face

She collided with a wall of flesh

"Who says I am not used to it?" he laughed, his phoenix eyes narrowing as he watched her drink that cup of hot tea

Why did the governor only pay attention to this case? She yawned; it is only the first watch of the night, so why does she feel sleepy?

Dongfang Fei might feel that he has had enough of playing with her, allowing her to find things to do during the day. After he retires from the banquet to rest, she will then switch places with Qingyi, and it will be her turn to keep watch over Dongfang Fei at night

She possesses immense strength, which he had witnessed before, yet he never took it to heart, merely smiling in response

This is a case that I, a humble person, saw ten years ago. As for the county magistrate, I truly do not know where he is now; I only remember that it was in a very remote lower county.

She usually sleeps as soon as she feels sleepy, but when it comes to staying up late, she can endure for three days without feeling tired. Why is it that she cannot keep her eyes open?

"Indeed, this is the beauty seen through the eyes of a lover. Thank you very much, Brother Qingyi" She said joyfully, clasping her fists in gratitude

stare stare stare

Yes

Take me over to have a look

There is a problem

Dongfang Fei is not her fiancé, and she has some knowledge of the intimate behaviors that may occur between the two in the future. It does not matter if outsiders misunderstand that Dongfang Fei has a preference for men, but when such words come from the mouth of the governor, she feels it is utterly disgraceful

She cleverly caught sight of someone beside her, and this person was dressed in the official attire of a provincial governor. She couldn't help but feel a chill in her heart, slowing her rising pace, bowing her head in a gesture of respect and greeting.

She was somewhat surprised that the governor was interested in the case review, but since there were officials willing to understand it, which she could not obtain, she said:

She took another sip of hot tea to invigorate her spirits, but the drowsiness grew stronger and harder to resist. She held on until the very end, refusing to give up, but ultimately, her entire little face uncontrollably fell onto the prepared sheets of paper

If being a fiancée only means being drugged and laid in bed, she no longer wants that title

She was momentarily stunned and instinctively looked up at him

Jiang Xing, the governor, did not say anything, merely gestured with his hand as if to grant permission

Is it her illusion? His tone seems to be filled with insatiable thirst. What exactly does this man want to do? What is the purpose of captivating her?

The Governor of Jiangxing, without her consent, took the cases she had recorded and read them one by one. Due to the poor quality of her handwriting, the Governor spent twice the amount of time to finish reading them

Excuse me, little brother, could you please tell me where the kitchen is

The door has been closed

She clenched her teeth, yet could not feel any pain. In the end, she exerted all her strength to force herself to turn around, and her entire body fell off the bed. She did not stop herself; instead, she deliberately allowed her forehead to strike the cold ground.

She stumbled towards the door. As soon as the door opened

"Qingyi, please carry her to bed."

Such a blatant tone is truly... only someone from the East could express it. She touched her cheek and felt a bit flushed

Thank you very much, Brother Qingyi. She accompanied him to the door and suddenly whispered, "Wait a moment, I have something to ask."

She watched his figure disappear into the night. A child who became someone else's servant at the age of twelve, the memories of the past are always somewhat unbearable; she sighed softly, realizing that she truly should not have asked him about it

No, no, I am not saying that you have a penchant for young men; I am asking if you have ever liked a girl from any particular family

"Look at me, like a lecherous scoundrel. In winter, I love this expression of yours; even when you are at your wit's end, you still refuse to give up. I truly am..."

He has never met Ruan Dongqian, and since she has not been in the capital for many years, if someone were to connect her with Minister Ruan, it would require considerable effort. The only trouble is her missing finger. Therefore, before resigning from my official position, I demoted several high-ranking officials who were aware of her missing finger, distancing them from her presence

"Brother, do not be anxious, I will take you there shortly." Turning to the governor, he bowed and said, "My lord, I shall take my leave now."

I think day and night about the cured meat at home, and I truly cannot get used to this extravagant lifestyle

"Is it the Duke's request?" The governor smiled and said, "It is said that in the past, Dongfang Fei took great care of Minister Ruan of the Ministry of Revenue. It is well known in both court and society that the two had a romantic relationship. I believe what Dongfang Fei favors are beautiful young men like you."

Where did you get these cases from

The Lord of the East has left early. By the way, Huai Zhen, I have some confusion regarding your case

"If you are tired, then go back to sleep," he said lazily

I can only think of her, long for her, and wish to see her

"What about before the age of twelve?" she asked expectantly

The man by the bed put on his outer robe, glanced at her again, and said with a smile

Perhaps they are compelled... in fact, their hearts are with the people...

On that afternoon, with a gentle breeze and bright sunshine, she moved the Four Treasures of the Study to the pavilion and meticulously recorded various cases and investigative techniques she had encountered over the years, planning to ask Brother Yi for any additional insights upon returning to Le County.

The final words became blurred as the man lying beside her leaned down and passionately kissed her lips

I will not comment on his conduct. Whether I like him or not is not the point; what matters is that you like him, and that is enough

What does this have to do with Brother Yichang? She was both annoyed and angry. Brother Yichang specifically came to the official garden, and it turned out he was secretly meeting with Dongfang Fei! The two of them have always been at odds, and it was agreed that it must be related to her

His eyes suddenly brightened, and he exclaimed

This fool

Has Dongfang awakened? What time is it now? Why is she unable to grasp how long she has lost consciousness? Why can't she open her eyes?

At the moment of complete consciousness extinguishment, she suddenly recalled the case that the governor had taken a liking to during the day

"Tomorrow afternoon? That is fine. She has indeed worked hard these past few days. Alright, you may go now."

The East was not without a hint of weariness, yet it always hesitated to give up the opportunity to provoke her anger. Thus, it propped its hand under its chin, turned sideways, and through the exquisite screen, admired her delicate figure.

Huaizhen, I heard that Dongfang Fei has come to Lezhi County and personally went to the prison to rescue you. What kind of ability do you possess that can make a capricious former Prime Minister willingly save you from prison

You are a young lady, how can you allow others to touch you so casually

The view before her was somewhat blurred, as if something was scurrying across her face. She disregarded it and directly lunged towards the washbasin, trembling arms lifting the basin and pouring all the water over her head.

No, no! She cannot fall yet! Six days of indulgent living can be numbing; I fear this is precisely the means of the governor. Once one becomes accustomed to this numbness, vigilance naturally decreases, making it easier for Dong Fangfei to strike at the vital points. And Dong Fangfei will take advantage of this... How infuriating! Does Dong Fangfei really think he is omnipotent? What does he truly consider her to be?

She moved extremely quickly, retreating four or five steps away

She clapped her hands gently, her bright eyes sparkling, and exclaimed

Is it not because of your appearance

The Young Master Feng said that a young man has arrived at the residence, and that person must be... in case he discovers that the young lady is the daughter of Minister Ruan

He knew that she still retained some consciousness and was struggling against it, which made him secretly chuckle. He brushed his fingers through her soft black hair and leaned down to kiss her eyelids. Their long hair intertwined, and he couldn't help but say that this girl had been through hardships outside for many years and didn't know how to take care of herself; her hair color was slightly faded and uneven. He picked up a strand of her hair and said with a smile

Such occurrences are common in the capital; you are making a fuss over nothing

She respectfully exited the courtyard, leading Feng Yilang towards the kitchen. As soon as she noticed that no one was around, she immediately pulled Yilang into a concealed spot.

"My lord, if you have any needs, please feel free to take what you require. If the common people can benefit from this, they will surely be grateful to you." She sincerely bowed.

Just as she had started to speak, a male voice suddenly exclaimed in surprise

The voice of the woman in the blue attire was too low for her to hear clearly. She bit down on her teeth, striving to stay awake, but the effects of the soporific were overwhelmingly strong. She had to exert all her willpower just to barely avoid sinking into the darkness

She is extremely adorable in my eyes. I think she is more adorable than anyone else.

After a short while, she heard his even breathing, so she quietly walked to the bedside, and indeed, he had already fallen asleep

You truly understand him. However, he is not a good fiancé, let alone a good husband in the future

You are truly struggling! Why bother? Dong Gu, your actions make my heart ache to the point of itching.

She gasped for breath, weakly holding onto the bedpost, and managed to stand up.

Ruan Dong gritted her teeth, making every effort to stay awake and listen to their conversation. She vaguely knew that Dongfang Fei was being called away from this room. He was waiting for the governor to take action, but he was utterly powerless to protect himself. What if something went wrong at the last minute

"Since the case of your neighbor testifying began, I have been here," he said thoughtfully

If this is what the East refers to as a heartbeat like a drum, then it truly harms both the body and the heart

Are you worried about me

Since childhood, I have observed the magistrate adjudicating cases. Now that I have some leisure time, I have recorded the cases I have witnessed.

He was taken aback and nodded, "That makes sense. This magistrate in charge of the case indeed possesses some intelligence. I wonder where he is now"

In her heart, there are indeed only four men who hold the most important places: her elder brother Ruan Woqiu, her sworn brother Yilang, Huaining, and finally her fiancé Dongfang Fei

Since childhood, the books she read were not about romantic tales; even when she rarely watched a play, it was about Judge Bao adjudicating cases. She could wholeheartedly focus on national affairs, but when it came to love... she truly is a fool, isn't she

Qingyi understood what she was asking and replied calmly

However, the degree of affection...

"Just like you?" He laughed loudly, yet he couldn't bear to bully her anymore. His thoughts were always fluctuating, but he never felt pity for such emotions; however, towards her, there was sometimes a hint of cherishing her fragility. He said with a smile: "Dong Gu, how can your thoughts remain unchanged? Now that you are still alive, it is truly the heavens showing you mercy. For six consecutive days, with the sun never setting, the dance never stopping, the fine wine never running dry, and people never leaving their seats, this kind of life, akin to a fairyland, can easily corrupt a person's mind. What do you think, once a person becomes accustomed to such luxury, how can they extricate themselves?"

It doesn't matter, Brother Yilang. This kind of banquet does not cease to exist just because I leave; my presence here can protect Dongfang Fei.

"Brother Yilang... you don't like him, do you?" Between her brother-in-law and her fiancé... sigh, she felt a bit of a headache.

His appearance is undoubtedly handsome, but Huaining is also a good-looking man. Being attractive is simply being attractive; there is no notion of who is the best-looking. The saying that beauty is in the eye of the beholder seems inapplicable to her.

What you say is true, my lord. Are you not reveling and indulging in drunkenness ahead? It is still not sunset, yet the governor appears here, which seems rather strange.

He deliberately let you see the virtues of these local officials, making you feel disappointed and disheartened; only then would he find joy in it, he said calmly

Although it is a fallacy, it is still a fact. Therefore, Winter, tell me, in the past few days, among the officials present, who has truly considered the welfare of the people?

The East certainly understands what he has seen. He loves to create trouble out of nothing, especially when it concerns the past of winter, and he particularly enjoys putting her in an awkward position

She fell silent for a moment and resolutely said, "Brother Dongfang, you are being unreasonable."

His expression was gloomy, yet he spoke with ease and composure:

What is this taste? So bitter, can you even drink this tea? As I expected, you do not guard yourself against those close to you. Does that mean I will be bored in the future? Dong Gu, you must be on your guard with me, so that I can play with you to my heart's content

Behind the screen, the man on the bed let out a chuckle

How could an adult not understand?

"In winter, when did he speak to you? What did he say?"

She confidently patted her chest. "No problem, I guarantee I will return you a complete and intact Eastern brother by tomorrow"

Yes, yes, that is why I avoided it. Brother Yilang, what brings you to the official garden? The tofu is all sent by Huaining, how could it involve you?

I have changed my mind; rather than letting her take the risk, it is better to have her wait here. In any case, it does not matter to me whether I win or lose this bet said Dongfang Fei with a smile

"Winter is here, and if the governor does not start his plans soon, I fear I might truly become a flower thief. It is quite strange; when it comes to self-restraint, I am certainly not inferior to you, yet encountering you makes me unable to control anything. " He guessed she could hear him, and continued, "Your sworn brother has long seen through the governor's ulterior motives and has come to make an agreement with me; he bets that you can justly bring him to justice. Hmph, you are the woman I have my eyes on; do you think I would really choose a fool? He thinks he understands you, but where does that leave me? Guess what the wager is? If you guess correctly, there will be a reward."

Even though the question was somewhat abrupt, Qingyi still answered without hesitation:

"Good night, miss." He appeared calm and composed

Even county officials have a term of office. After the passing of the late emperor, there have been few local officials summoned to the capital. Presumably, he has long since returned to his hometown and no longer concerns himself with worldly affairs

Grandfather... this is different from the agreement made with Young Master Feng in the afternoon

Qingyi paused upon hearing this and said, "Miss, please feel free to give your orders"

"Huai Zhen, I will be back soon, you just continue to sleep..." Jun Yan squinted his eyes, leaned down and whispered through gritted teeth, "Why do you have to go through this? Wouldn't it be fine to just have a good sleep?"

She turned to go back into the house, but suddenly called out to him: "Qingyi, what about now?"

Later, she discovered that he acted according to his whims, unlike other corrupt officials. While he schemed against others, he could also turn around and be a good person, greatly contributing to water management projects. With so many factors to consider, she truly could not determine whether he had done more good deeds or more bad ones

"...It is not a new thing to casually like a little girl when one is young." He replied respectfully.

The adults think too much. The servants are sent by the master to serve the noble, responsible only for bringing hot tea at night and attending to the noble's needs. It is not strange for the young lady to share the responsibility of guarding, as it is impossible for the elder brother to stay awake day and night.

He chuckled softly and said, "Are you keeping vigil because you suspect the governor is up to something?"

The forehead experiences intermittent sharp pain, and the hands and feet feel somewhat weak, yet I can still distinguish the objects in front of me; the situation is not too dire.

She responded very quickly, saying

This voice sounds so familiar, familiar enough that she has been hearing it since she was little

Now, of course, she wouldn't recognize his fierce appearance, but... she pursed her lips and stared fiercely at his handsome face.

She wiped her face vigorously, finally feeling a bit more awake, but the potency of the drug was still too strong, causing her heart to race.

"Yes!" As the servant entered the room and walked into the inner chamber, he was instantly rendered speechless.

I have noticed several times that there is a faint smell of alcohol about you. You go to sleep at three in the morning, yet you rise in good spirits at dawn, clearly not engaged in this kind of lifestyle

She scratched her head in distress, finally giving up on glaring at him, and returned to the desk to gently grind the ink.

She took a deep breath and said calmly, "It is a misunderstanding on your part."

A petty person harbors true intentions

After a while, his breath became slightly unsteady as he bit her ear and chuckled

The woman in the blue attire remained unperturbed and brought her a pot of tea. Ever since the day after she took on the night watch, he would come to change shifts and see her energetically writing cases. From that point on, he would bring her hot tea at night to help keep her alert

"So, that means you once liked a little girl? How did you know you liked her?"

In recent days, she has noticed that he has a good sleeping posture, able to fall asleep at will, yet he sleeps very lightly. Unlike her, who falls into a deep sleep as soon as she closes her eyes, even if it is only for an hour, she must allow herself to sleep in order to have the energy to get things done

"Perhaps he did it on purpose, but I am not a delicate flower in a boudoir." She said playfully, "I am not blind; I should see what I need to see, otherwise I would be worse than my elder brother who is blind in sight but clear in mind. Moreover, Brother Dongfang is just like that; he loves to test my limits." She did not mind, as long as it did not involve other innocent people.

The sound of knocking was accompanied by a low voice: "My Lord! My Lord!"

"Have you gotten used to it?" he asked gently

Miss, I will trouble you for this night

"It's so late, what is it?" he said lazily. "Come in and talk."

He raised his eyes to look at her and asked in a deep voice, "What is your name?"

She has never doubted him, so she would not question whether what he said was true or false. She smiled

"Brother Ichiro, you are covered in sweat!" she said softly, quickly using her sleeve to help wipe his sweat

The more experience one has, the better one can avoid making mistakes, and this statement was validated in her later case-handling experiences

I am well, nothing is wrong... it's just that I am not quite accustomed to this kind of situation. To be honest, after staying for six consecutive days, I begin to understand why some people cannot hold back. When one lives this way for too long, the heart becomes numb, the body gets used to it, and when the eyes are closed, one can live joyfully; how delightful life can be.

He wants to kiss, and he can kiss at any time; she does not reject it, but he should not make her faint!

Ruan Dong had long prepared a plan and responded fluently, saying

"Brother Qingyi, have you ever liked a woman?"

Qingyi took out the clothes to be worn tomorrow and placed them at the head of the bed, then stepped out from behind the screen and said

The governor looked at her for a moment and said, "If you are willing to be a male concubine, I have no intention to interfere. Can these cases of yours be taken by me?"

Ruan Dong thought for a moment and replied, "There is indeed such a possibility"

She frowned. "Brother Dongfang, why do you always love to speak of things that go against the right path in front of me?"

She frowned, somewhat irritated: "Since you sensed that he intended to harm you, why did you still deliver yourself to him?"

She was writing with great concentration, unaware of the passage of time, until an unusual breath, out of tune with her own, suddenly brought her back to her senses

The young lady can sleep until tomorrow afternoon

"Brother Dongfang, have you noticed it as well?" she asked in surprise

How did you end up like this

The small person did not know that the esteemed person would come here, and thus failed to extend a proper welcome. I humbly ask for your forgiveness.

Miss, please do not misunderstand; I do not like men

Feng Yilang gazed at her steadily and said softly

She looked around cautiously, ensuring that even if a warrior was nearby, no one would overhear, before she whispered:

My lord, please forgive my rudeness, I must go find the Duke

She glanced at the case she had not yet completed and smiled

Look, in this case, the villagers testify in court that the neighbor committed murder and disposed of the body at night. Why does this official insist that the villagers are giving false testimony

Stare again

Aside from this, there truly cannot be any other man who can enter the most important corner of her heart

"Hmph, I do not wish to receive such indiscriminate concern," he said arrogantly, ignoring her and directly closing his eyes to sleep.

"A person like you would actually be willing to become the male concubine of that Eastern non-entity, which truly surprises me. " After saying this, he suddenly became curious and reached out to caress her cheek.

Just a little more, and I will have to take drastic measures; this simply won't do. Being alone is so dull. I am waiting for you to throw yourself into my arms, rather than me being a flower thief. Winter is coming. He chuckled a couple of times, unfastened two buttons at her neck, revealing a bit of her snow-white skin, and then pulled the quilt up for her to prevent her from catching a cold

She vaguely felt someone moving her to the bed, and then she heard Dongfang Fei's voice drifting in from a distance.

Jiang Xing, the governor, answered with considerable patience

This is certainly the case

Such a banquet lasts for six consecutive days, numbing the senses of the attendees

She wanted to laugh heartily, but fearing to attract attention, she could only chuckle softly

He does not understand martial arts, and it is difficult to protect oneself in times of crisis, so it is only natural for her to watch over him. In fact, this is considered a good job, as she no longer has to go out during the day to witness the extravagant and indulgent lifestyle.

There is a problem with the tea! Qingyi added a drug to the hot tea! She pondered, why?

I occasionally want to go out for a walk. Feng Yilang tactfully replied, "By the way, I came to check on you."

Indeed, the male wind in Lezhi County is not prosperous. However, the person on the bed seems to be in great pain

Feng Yilang noticed that she seemed a bit troubled, and couldn't help but smile

Look at you, even in your sleep, you furrow your brows. Winter is here, are you having a nightmare or are you struggling? Stop struggling, the drug you took is not an ordinary folk remedy, struggling is futile; it would be better to relax and get a good night's sleep. Suddenly pausing, I noticed her fists clenched tightly at her side

He chuckled, anticipating that she would not last long either. He simply turned over and sat up, to prevent himself from truly becoming a flower thief. He once again speculated on the methods of the governor, until the sound of the midnight bell rang, followed by footsteps outside the door, which filled him with great joy

The governor's expression was calm, yet his gaze was unusual He said

Haha, are you afraid that he will take action against me? I have people all around, he dares not and cannot strike hard. He said with ulterior motives: "Killing a person is easy, but escaping unscathed is difficult. He wants to eliminate me while also preserving his own position. Therefore, if you were him, what would you do to achieve both goals?"

His words vanished again in her mouth, clearly he had become addicted to kissing her. She had originally been gritting her teeth, but he pried them open, which shows how much he cherished this kiss. However, she had completely lost her sense of feeling; her lips and tongue had long since gone numb, which meant that he was merely caught up in his own fervor.

Before long, someone got into bed and lay beside her. Her heart raced as the familiar scent wafted over, which finally put her at ease

How much knockout drug did you administer

Little brother, I have come to deliver tofu, but this official garden is like a maze, and I cannot find the kitchen. Fortunately, I have spotted you, so please tell me quickly, where is the kitchen? If I am late and upset the officials here, I will be in trouble... Before he could finish speaking, he was horrified to see the governor present and immediately fell silent.

She still remembers that when she was seventeen, she often needed Yi Lang's assistance to solve cases. She was frustrated with herself for being useless, but Yi Lang told her that experience in handling cases was what mattered most

I like it

"Brother Ichiro, don't be nervous, nothing has happened. The governor came while I was writing the case. What about you? How long have you been standing outside the courtyard?" If the governor did not intend to touch her, she thought, Brother Ichiro would not speak up.

The good show is about to begin! It does not matter that she missed the good show; what is important is to completely resolve these annoying matters, so that from now on, he can be undisturbed and wholeheartedly share his life with her.

With a slight glance, she caught sight of the woman in blue removing her fiancé's outer robe. An oil lamp cast a faint light on the slender figure behind the screen, creating an elusive silhouette that was indeed suggestive of imagination. However, her mind was blank, and she did not entertain any improper thoughts.

The man was knocked back a few steps by her, and upon seeing her drenched and covered in blood, his expression changed drastically in shock.

The East did not ask her why she had taken an interest in the Qingyi, and said:

The governor was somewhat surprised by her character and couldn't help but say

She could not resist and could only allow him to kiss her at will

She nodded in response, although she did not quite agree

I would like to see how clever the methods of harm devised by the old national uncle's disciples can be he said with a smile

After the governor nodded in satisfaction, he scrutinized her strikingly beautiful yet slightly alluring appearance and suddenly said

Having finished speaking, he lowered the bed curtain, took up his usual folding fan, and commanded:

She said calmly: "I have heard that the noble lord has come to the county, and I specifically asked my elder brother to seek the noble lord's assistance. Perhaps it was just a fortunate coincidence that he happened to be in a good mood at that time."

No, I am not tired. She perked up.

Although you are a boy, your appearance is rather striking. In the East, it is uncommon for a family to have concubines, making it difficult to ensure..." The governor shook his head and ambiguously remarked, "Haven't you been spending the nights in the same room with him these past few days?"

From the minor instance of rude and jealous insults in the courtroom to the major instance of stubbornly refusing to admit guilt even in the face of death, if the presiding magistrate lacks any cleverness, it is exceedingly difficult to persuade the accused to willingly bow their heads and confess their crimes

The reason is actually quite simple. May I ask, esteemed one, how do you recognize a person on a moonless and lamp-less night?

Since that is the case, you are Dongfang Fei's fiancée. If you do not wish to stay here any longer, just tell him directly

She transformed back into women's clothing, stunning everyone, but her appearance in men's attire was equally tantalizing to him

Oh, then... good night," she said softly

She took his tofu bucket and said cheerfully

The person on the bed is disheveled, her lips are strikingly red, and any outsider can tell that she has been kissed passionately. However, her face is incongruously pale, covered in sweat, with perspiration nearly soaking her long hair on the pillow

She chuckled lightly: "So you have been here for quite a while. Don't worry, it's really nothing; he touched me out of mere curiosity about what a male pet is."

She pondered for a moment and then asked, "What else?"

On a night without lights and the moon, the neighbors are unable to witness the murder case

In the battle at the border, the man who flashed through her mind at the end was him. Even then, she felt a tinge of regret in her heart for being unable to uphold her promise

Forget it, she no longer wishes to pursue that, and instead focuses on writing the case studies. The case of the "No Moon, No Light" that the governor inquired about was personally adjudicated by her back in the day. Brother Yi taught her how to handle cases and also took the opportunity to teach her how to discern the angle of moonlight.

The affection of childhood was not genuine, and naturally, there were no further developments

She could not respond either, only furrowing her brows deeply, clenching her fists tightly, with her heart filled with anger

I am wondering how Brother Dongfang met Brother Qingyi back in the day

He turned back with a smile, moving towards the person on the bed, and then his expression changed slightly

In fact, the crimes committed by the common people are not as cunning and profound as those of officials, and most cases can be solved quickly. However, the sophistry of the rogues was quite a headache for her at that time

Brother Ichiro said, as long as she is happy

She turned around and saw Yi Lang hurriedly entering the courtyard with a bucket of tofu

Brother Dongfang, why are you not accustomed to it

When I was still one of the group assistants, one day I saw someone in the capital selling himself to bury his father. At that time, I had just defeated an old fortune-teller from the Imperial Astronomical Bureau, and I was in a very good mood, so I let him bury his father.

"Miss, you are being overly courteous." He returned the same courtesy.

If I do not speak, does it mean that it never happened? In winter, I brought down an official; this official may one day bring disaster to the country and its people. Does this not make me a good person? Furthermore, if I do not fight against him, he will eventually find a way to eliminate me. Do you want to see me die or him die?

"What are you sighing about?" The East has not yet fallen asleep, and the two are conversing through the screen; he does not find it boring.

This time she remained silent for even longer before finally expressing her frustration

Is there more? Then his answer is not what she wanted. Qingyi thought for a moment and replied:

The palm rests on the heart. The heartbeat is normal, yet he still does not seem like a beauty from the mortal realm. If one day he were to resemble a beauty, then in her eyes, Huaining would probably also transform into a Diao Chan, alas

With a loud "thud," the intense pain finally caused her to open her eyes

In fact, when they first met, she directly called him a corrupt official, convinced that he had a fierce appearance. Every time he laughed heartily, it resembled a villainous official from a traditional opera who oppresses the common people, with a gaping mouth that was hard to look at.

Tonight is the fifteenth, coinciding with the full moon, the moonlight is bright, and it is too easy for the neighbors to bear witness

This scent is uniquely Eastern. It turns out that over the past few days, she has unconsciously memorized his fragrance

Qingyi gazed at her and said slowly, "I have been following my master since I was twelve years old, and I have never had a girl I liked"

Ruan Dong, unaware of the unusual gaze from behind the screen, sat in the chair and candidly said

This esteemed gentleman is indeed very methodical; since there is already evidence, why bother to spend effort ensuring the criminal is convinced? A direct verdict would suffice

You are truly being reckless!" She lightly struck the table, causing the Four Treasures of the Study to tremble slightly

Feng Yilang, disregarding her overly intimate actions, asked:

Is Dongfang Fei exercising her private rights again? ... She cannot concentrate, only knowing that he has done something for her ... ... Then, she hears him say: "Qingyi, you should return to your room, don't let your efforts go to waste."