“Miss, there is a log bridge ahead. It may be inconvenient for you to cross like this.”

Even someone with perfect eyesight might not be able to steadily walk across such a wooden stake that doesn't even qualify as a bridge, let alone Jin Shu, who is half-blind.

Is this piece of wood straight?

“Straight, miss.”

"As long as it's straight, you can help me up."

Can't we just help him up?

Is it really going to work? If you fall, it won't be like when you fall on flat ground and can just get up.

Although the stream below doesn't look deep, it's full of jagged pebbles. If you were to bump into one, you'd definitely get cut and bruised.

Jin Chuyao added from behind.

"Sister, let me carry you across. You don't need to worry about the taboo of men and women touching each other."

Jin Chuyao made a gesture to carry her on her back, but she knew that Jin Shu would definitely not let her carry her.

This person has a very strong sense of self-esteem and an even stronger competitive spirit. Once she says that, Jin Shu will definitely go over there by herself no matter what.

Then I'll fall down again.

Perfect timing, I can go back early now.

On such a hot day, Jin Chuyao didn't want to waste any more time staying here. She might as well go back to the courtyard to cool off, where there were maids fanning her on both sides.

However, the next second Jin Shu said something indifferently.

"Since people call you Second Miss, then don't always treat yourself like a servant."

With so many maids here, even if we needed to carry it, would we need you?

You can only say that to yourself; saying it to others won't make you a laughingstock.

These few words made Jin Chuyao's face stiffen, and she looked completely embarrassed.

Jin Shu really didn't give her any face at all, exposing Jin Chuyao's little scheme in front of everyone.

Yes, there are so many maids here. If all else fails, it would be easy to have servants carry Jin Shu over in a sedan chair from below.

Is it really necessary to make a young lady like her carry her?

If others heard this, they might think the whole family was bullying her.

Jin Chuyao's face stiffened, and she forced a smile.

"I just... I just wanted to help my sister."

“There are plenty of ways to help me. You know how to farm, so just help me with the farming.”

After Jin Shu finished speaking, Jin Chuyao looked at Madam Jin with a wronged expression.

Madam Jin, who had always spoken up for her no matter what before, was indifferent today. She didn't even lift her eyelids, let alone help her reprimand Jin Shu.

They really are mother and daughter, in cahoots! They only know how to bully an outsider like her!

Jin Chuyao bit her lip and subconsciously glanced at Li Yong.

The thought that Li Yong would dislike Jin Shu even more because of this made Jin Chuyao feel much better.

Yes, since Jin Shu is so arrogant, let her be arrogant to her heart's content. Let's see how long this fool can keep jumping around.

Jin Chuyao stopped talking and silently watched as Lvzhu helped Jin Shu onto the log bridge.

The bridge can only be crossed by one person at a time. Jin Shu insisted on crossing by herself, and Green Bamboo could only let go of her hand with trepidation after helping her step onto the bridge.

Jin Shouan saw this scene from afar and jumped off his horse in alarm, shouting something.

"Jin Shu, what nonsense are you spouting!"

The shout startled Green Bamboo, who was following closely behind, so much so that he almost lost his footing. Then he looked at Golden Beauty in front of him, who had landed steadily on the log. She hadn't fallen at all, and she hadn't even swayed. She moved forward quickly and steadily, her steps light and agile, like a bird landing on a branch. She reached the other side of the log bridge almost without any pause.

Everyone behind her was stunned by Jin Shu's actions and couldn't recover for a long time.

Jin Chuyao, especially, who was waiting for Jin Shu to fall into the water, could hardly hide the disbelief in her eyes.

Isn't Jin Shu blind?

How did she manage to cross the log bridge so quickly?

Jin Shu stood on the opposite bank and shouted to them.

"Hurry up, don't waste time."

Several skilled farmers quickly followed.

Although they didn't understand why this rich young lady would be interested in farming, as long as they could earn money and have food to eat, they would naturally do their best.

Li Yong stood on the log bridge, his body swaying slightly.

He barely escaped death after being seriously injured by the assassin. His external injuries have almost healed over this long period of time, but his internal injuries are still very serious, and his martial arts skills have almost completely dissipated.

Because he was so thin, he would feel unsteady on his feet even when walking on flat ground, let alone on this log bridge.

Jin Chuyao followed behind him, protecting him silently.

"Young master, don't worry, I will protect you."

Li Yong lowered his eyes and remained silent, slowly walking forward.

There was just one step left in front of him; he just had to step over it. He lifted his foot, but suddenly a strong gust of wind blew from his side, causing him to sway violently. His foot, which had just stepped out, landed hard, and his body fell forward uncontrollably.

Looking at the cracked and hardened soil in front of him, Li Yong closed his eyes as if it were nothing out of the ordinary.

The pain was only momentary; he could only make sure he didn't hit his head when he fell.

However, just as he was about to close his eyes, his body was suddenly pulled by a slender but strong arm.

Li Yong, who should have fallen, used the force to turn around and finally landed steadily in a soft embrace.

He was stunned for a long time.

He slowly raised his head and saw Jin Shu's face.

The incident happened so suddenly that even the shrewd and calculating Li Yong was momentarily stunned by what happened.

Jin Shu spoke first.

"If you're not feeling well, stay in the yard and don't go out too much. Next time, without my help, how many times do you want to fall?"

Li Yong hurriedly stood up, his body tense, and his expression somewhat unnatural.

Thank you.

Jin Shu seemed not to hear, let go of his hand, turned around and left.

Li Yong was left standing there when a gust of wind blew by, clearing his somewhat muddled mind.

He quickly recovered.

Because he was wearing a human skin mask, no one could see any changes in his expression.

Jin Chuyao stepped forward, looking at him anxiously.

"Are you alright? I was too far away from you just now and I couldn't grab you, so you almost fell."

"I'm fine."

Jin Chuyao knew he was alright, after all, she had seen what had just happened clearly!

What does "Jin Shu" mean?

Is she blind?!

He can barely take care of himself, yet he's still thinking about protecting others!

Because of what had just happened, Jin Chuyao had a serious expression and was quite uneasy.

Is Jin Shu no longer blind?

Not only could he cross the single-plank bridge on his own, but he could also steadily support Li Yong.

Numerous signs seemed to be openly telling others that her eyes had recovered.

How could that be?

In her past life, Jin Shu was blind from beginning to end.

Even during the critical and tense time of fleeing famine, she was supported by two people as she ran forward.

If she was faking it, how could she not have given herself away in that situation?

(End of this chapter)