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A wave of disappointment washed over her, accompanied by a faint pain. During those days in Gaochang, Mo Xier had been pondering how she had ended up being kidnapped.
After thinking it over, she realized that on that day, only Ru Er was present, so all suspicion naturally fell on her.
Now back in Yonghe, the first person she wanted to see was Ru Er, to ask why she had treated her that way.
The man beside her seemed to sense her thoughts; he reached out and grabbed her wrist, pulling her into the city, leaving the people behind far behind them.
"Hey! What are you doing?" Confused by his actions, she began to struggle restlessly.
"I know what you're thinking, but the timing isn't right. You can't," he said vaguely, leaving her somewhat perplexed.
"What do you mean by that?"
"Weren't you just looking for Ru Er?" His words struck a nerve and made her uneasy.
Lowering her gaze slightly, she whispered, "Is it really her?"
"Most likely."
Her heart sank instantly, and she lowered her eyes even further, making it impossible to discern her emotions. "I don't believe it; she has no reason to do this!"
"Does killing require a reason? Besides, she's not related to you; why do you trust her so much?" His tone was cold and devoid of any emotion, his words cutting like a cruel knife, mercilessly forcing her to face the truth.
"How would you understand, you blockhead?" She waved her hand dismissively, breaking free from his grip and moving forward alone.
With her head bowed and her solitary figure on the empty street before dawn, she resembled a lost animal, evoking a deep sense of pity.
"If you don't believe it, just go back and pretend you know nothing. You will naturally get your answer. I believe that in just a few days, she will act again!" He continued speaking, seemingly unaware of her low spirits.
"I understand!" she replied irritably. At that moment, all she wanted was to escape this place; she hated the feeling of being betrayed!
As she walked, stopping intermittently, her heart grew heavier the closer they got to the clinic, making it nearly impossible for her to manage her expression.
As the sun gradually rose, the first rays of sunlight appeared on the horizon, bringing with it a gentle warmth.
A woman in a pink long dress stood motionless at the entrance of the clinic, slightly raising her head to look at the sign, her eyes filled with different emotions.
As the morning light broke through, the orange sunlight gently enveloped her like a thin halo, wrapping her within its glow.
Night Star stopped in his tracks, his dark eyes gazing at the scene before him, once again marveling at her beauty.
With each breath, her mood noticeably stabilized. She turned to the person behind her and said, "Once we return to the clinic, you don't need to do anything. I'll handle it. If she really has done something unforgivable to me, I will not let her off easily!"
He nodded in agreement; after all, he should follow her wishes. It was not something he could decide alone.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Gaochang, Mu Li had nearly crushed the prescription he received in his hand. The prescription was indeed different from before but only contained one or two different herbs.
After showing it to several doctors, they all stated that these herbs were not crucial; they merely affected the speed of the medicine's efficacy!
In other words, this woman had exchanged an inconsequential prescription for her freedom! And yesterday's granary fire was not caused by her but by someone else!
Because of that note he discarded yesterday, he still did not know who the other party was!
His anger flared up like a raging fire, carrying an unstoppable momentum. How could Mu Li have ever been toyed with like this? Mo Xier was the first!
Upon entering the clinic, Ru Er had already risen and was distributing breakfast within.
Thanks to her remedies and disinfectant, most people's plague has been nearly cured. A few severely ill individuals are still in the medical hall, but there are no major issues left.
Feeling someone approaching from behind, Ru Er turned around and saw her smiling face.
The bowl in her hand accidentally slipped and fell to the ground, making a crisp shattering sound. She remained frozen in place, her eyes fixed on the woman in front of her, seemingly unable to snap back to reality.
Mo Xier stepped forward, masking all her emotions, and kindly took Ru Er's hand, smiling as she said, "I finally came back to see you! It wasn't easy!"
It was only when she was embraced that Ru Er slowly returned to herself, though she felt somewhat resistant to the closeness. She awkwardly smiled and asked, "Miss, when did you come back? I had no idea at all."
"It was Night General who brought me back overnight. I was startled when he appeared too," she replied with a tone of intimacy just like before, even more clingy than before.
Rubbing her cheek against Ru Er's face, Mo Xier's voice was filled with relief. "You have no idea how much I've missed you these past few days. I was kidnapped. Did you get hurt?"
Once she confirmed that Mo Xier had no suspicions, Ru Er's mind gradually returned to normal. She smiled but remained vigilant inside. "I'm fine; I just got knocked out. I'm just glad you're okay."
"Oh dear, you got hurt? Let me see where it is and how serious it is!" Mo Xier exclaimed as she reached to part Ru Er's hair.
Ru Er was initially unwilling, but ultimately could not resist her strength and compromised by slightly lowering her head for Mo Xier to check her injury.
With her head down, she did not see the knowing expression on Mo Xier's face upon seeing the injury, nor the accompanying concern.
"You really are hurt; it must hurt a lot. I'll prepare some medicine for you; you'll be better soon," Mo Xier said as she tried to turn away.
However, Ru Er grabbed her wrist. "Miss, it's just a small injury; there's no need for you to personally prepare medicine. If left alone, it will heal by itself."
Looking intently at the woman in front of her, Mo Xier suddenly grasped her wrist sincerely and said, "Ru Er, you're the only one in the general's residence who truly cares for me. I know that, so I want to treat you well too. Do you understand?"
This was the first time she had said such things in front of so many people. Ru Er felt flattered and confused as to why Mo Xier would say this at that moment.
Without thinking much, she could only nod blankly and smiled, "Miss, you have finally returned, so you should rest early. I will call for you again when it's lunchtime."
She was indeed tired and did not refuse, just smiled and turned back to her room.
All the way, Night Star followed closely behind her, which made her somewhat annoyed. She stopped in her tracks, suddenly turned around, and shouted, "What do you want by following me all the time?"
Feeling inexplicably scolded, he could only helplessly point towards the house and said, "I don't live far from you. If you go back to your room, I will naturally return to mine. Do you expect me to fly?"
Her cheeks instantly flushed red; in her flustered state, she had completely forgotten about that!
"How would I know how a wooden block walks?" She stuck out her tongue and made a big face at the man. It seemed to satisfy her heart, and her expression relaxed considerably.
Having long been accustomed to his unpredictable nature, he remained calm. "Have you come to any conclusions after looking at her wound?"
Shaking her head helplessly, she wondered if this man was sent by heaven as a calamity for her. He always spoke about whatever was bothering him without considering her feelings!
"The wound is not deep and won't cause unconsciousness. She is lying. If someone had found her fainted on the ground that day, it would have been an act."
At a glance, she could tell the wound was fake; she just couldn't understand what could drive someone to do such a thing. Sighing softly, she continued, "Give her a chance. If she still wants to harm me, I will not let her off easily."
"What if she backs off?"
Meeting his cold gaze, she looked at him strangely. "Who among humans is without faults? If she stops in time, I will naturally treat it as if nothing happened and continue to treat her well as before."
"You really are magnanimous," he said with a hint of sarcasm.
She didn't mind and shook her head, saying, "I just understand how to cherish the people around me. No matter why she wants to harm me, as long as she can stop, I can let go of past grievances."
Night Star's eyes darkened further as he stared at her face without shifting his gaze for a long time. Such tolerance in a woman was quite rare. Yet the more he observed her like this, the more it drew his attention, causing his eyes to unconsciously fixate on her.
In the evening, Mo Xier, who had almost slept the entire day, leisurely woke up in bed. Ru Er had been waiting beside her and immediately approached when she saw her awake.
"Miss, you are awake? It's just in time for dinner. Let me help you get ready," she said.
Mo Xier did not refuse. She nodded and sat up from the bed. After dressing, she sat in front of the vanity mirror, allowing Ru Er to fuss with her hair.
Looking at the bright and beautiful woman in the mirror, Mo Xier couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia. She reached out and took Ru Er's hand, softly asking, "Do you remember the scene of our first meeting?"
"Of course I remember. At that time, your beauty truly amazed me," Ru Er replied.
Her gaze fixed on Mo Xier's face, revealing a hint of envy in her eyes. "Even now, when I see your beauty, I still find myself momentarily lost in thought. No wonder the General likes you so much."
"He?" Mo Xier couldn't help but voice her confusion. She didn't think Night Star liked her; at most, he was just interested.
Little did she know that there were not many women who could pique that man's interest. For all this time, she was the only one. His interest was already the most attention he had ever given to anyone.
"Of course! I've seen it with my own eyes. The General has never treated a woman like this before. If it were someone else who got kidnapped, he probably wouldn't have gone himself; he would just send someone else."
At that moment, Mo Xier suddenly realized something. She stared intently at Ru Er, whose eyes sparkled with a hint of desire whenever Night Star was mentioned.
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