She was held tightly in Mo Yunjing's embrace, her back feeling warm against his chest, and the air around her ear filled with his long, warm breaths.His breath hitching at her neck made half of An Xue...At this moment, images of Shuai Shuai's eyes, resembling those of a queen, flashed through my mind. His movements noticeably slowed.

Just as he was stunned, the lantern suddenly attacked him with a rush. He didn't notice and allowed the lantern to successfully spread its poison dust. To avoid inhaling it, he could only dodge first.

Ke Ming's light left swiftly after sprinkling the poison powder. When Yun Si finally recovered, Ke Ming was nowhere to be seen. Even if he chased now, he wouldn't catch up.

His profound eyes followed the departing figure of Ming Deng, then after a moment's contemplation, he turned and headed back to his estate.

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Although An Xuetang went to bed early that night, she didn't sleep well at all.

Fuzzy and groggy, with a dull ache in my stomach. I woke up drenched in sweat. just yet.He gave An Xuetang a withering glance. "Once you're done checking, administer the medicine to him. Don't waste this old man's time."Even if he urged her, An Xuetang checked leisurely before...