The candlelight gradually died down, and moonlight streamed in through the window, bathing the floor in daylight. Xiang Wan slowly turned her head, gazing at Qu Chiyang's face, and gradually became lost in thought.

What kind of man is this? His profile is like a masterpiece of God, flawless. His eyes are expressive, like a sketch being drawn. His eyelids are slightly closed, as if he might wake up at any moment. His thin lips are slightly pursed. If his words weren't so unpleasant to hear, perhaps…

Xiang Wan was startled and immediately looked away. What was she thinking? This person was just a target for her to conquer in the mission world; how could she have fantasies about him?

Lying on her back again, Xiang Wan still dared not close her eyes. Carefully reflecting on her actions, she realized she had probably mistaken this man for the one who would give his life for her. She had once stayed by his bedside, imagining him waking up again and again, tracing his profile repeatedly—it felt like just yesterday, yet also like an eternity had passed!

With a soft sigh, Xiang Wan finally closed her eyes and slowly drifted off to sleep.

Beside her, a pair of eyes slowly opened, turning their heads to look at Xiang Wan, their eyes filled with countless emotions, which eventually turned into calm.

After a good night's sleep, when Xiang Wan woke up again, the bedchamber was empty. She had slept until the sun was high in the sky.

Once she regained consciousness, Xiang Wan couldn't sit still any longer. How could she have let her guard down and fallen asleep next to this dangerous man? What if…? She didn't dare to think any further and quickly dressed and went outside.

Outside the door, there were already many people waiting there. When they saw her come out, they all stepped forward to help her change clothes, wash up, and eat.

Returning to her residence, she was now surrounded by a retinue of servants. Some of her male favorites were jealous and resentful, others fawned over her, and still others scorned and mocked her—but Xiang Wan didn't care. The man surnamed Li looked as if he'd seen a ghost; this was precisely why Xiang Wan had been so eager to return.

She didn't know how long Qu Chiyang would treat her like this. Now that she had gained power, she should take revenge as soon as possible to avoid any complications and future troubles.