"I want you dead!"

Ma Tianba gripped Jia Wei's neck tightly with one hand, wanting to crush him to vent his hatred.

If it weren't for this treacherous villain, how could so many people have died in Ma Family Village?

Jia Wei was frozen in fear. It wasn't until he had difficulty breathing that he came to his senses and managed to utter, "Help...me, help..."

He looked up at He You in the chair, who was watching everything with indifferent eyes, as if she were admiring it.

"What a scene of dogs fighting each other, haha~"

He You smiled coldly, a slight upturn at the corners of his mouth.

Just as Jia Wei was about to die, two soldiers slowly walked up from the side, quickly subdued Ma Tianba, and then took him away.

Ma Tianba struggled weakly, hysterically cursing Jia Wei: "You corrupt official, I'll drag you down to hell, I'll make you die..."

The sound gradually faded away.

Jia Wei collapsed to the ground, completely terrified and at a loss for what to do.

He You frowned, feeling utterly bored. He then said indifferently, "Put all the remaining members of the Jia family in jail and send them back to the capital at a later date."

"Awesome!"

At that moment, all the people gathered at the entrance knelt down and finally cried out in deep emotion, "Thank you, Your Honor! Thank you, Your Honor!"

That day, Ning'an County was filled with singing and dancing. The usually quiet and deserted streets were now dazzling with lights and laughter, a scene of prosperity.

Li Baobei, lying in bed, heard the noisy firecrackers outside and immediately shouted, "Anji, Anji, are you there?"

Anji heard the noise and came in a moment later: "What is it, Miss?"

"What's going on outside? It sounds like something's happening."

An Ji's face showed a rare lightness: "The people are celebrating that the corrupt official of Ning'an County has been thrown into prison and will be escorted back to the capital at a later date."

Li Baobei's eyes shone: "That's wonderful! Lord He and the others are really amazing. Jia Lin and Gou Dan have finally been exonerated."

A hint of radiance seemed to appear on her small face, making her look exceptionally striking.

"Um."

Anji quietly agreed.

He You slowly walked in from outside, and An Ji turned around and walked out after seeing her.

When Li Baobei saw He You, her eyes were like a night sky filled with stars, beautiful and sparkling.

"Sir, you're back! I heard you're amazing; you took down such a big corrupt official in just a few days. I applaud you."

He You walked over and sat on the edge of the bed, quietly watching her.

He loved looking at her like that; she was like a fawn in the forest, full of vitality and spirit, as if she could make everything around her feel lighter.

Their eyes met instantly, and Li Baobei stared intently into He You's eyes.

His gaze was as deep and mysterious as the night sky, so profound yet so tender and captivating.

She lowered her head shyly, not daring to meet his gaze again.

Li Baobei sighed inwardly, "How come Lord He is becoming more and more charming? He's so alluring without even realizing it. He must be a vixen."

She fidgeted with her fingers, feeling a surge of heat throughout her body.

How embarrassing.

"Lord He, I'd like to go for a walk."

He You found her actions incredibly cute and lingered, reluctant to look away.

She then said softly, "Mm."

He You gently helped Li Baobei walk down the bustling street. Ning'an County was now incredibly lively, a stark contrast to when they first arrived.

She was wearing a snow-white fluffy cloak, and she was so small and cute.

Li Baobei couldn't help but sigh, "This kind of atmosphere really makes people feel comfortable."

He You looked at her and whispered, "Nan Nan, as long as you're happy."

Li Baobei suddenly thought of something.

She took out a translucent white safety buckle from the pale white purse hanging on her body.

"My lord, this is for you. I specially asked for it for you."

She was about to hand him the safety buckle when she suddenly stopped.

"No, I'll put it on you right away! Lord He, you must never take it off, it's for your safety."

Her small mouth had lips that looked as red as cherries, making you want to take a bite.

Li Baobei felt a slight pain in her wound and stopped moving. A thin layer of sweat appeared on her forehead.

"What’s wrong with you?"

He You looked at her with a slightly flustered expression.

"My wound is a little sore, Lord He, please fasten this safety buckle yourself!"

She gave him a forced smile, but He You saw through her act.

He You bent down and quickly tied the safety buckle on her waistband, then gently hugged her in his arms.

"Nannan, I like you so much."

Li Baobei's face immediately turned pink when He You hugged her like that.

She noticed people coming and going around them, and they couldn't help but turn around and look at the two of them.

How embarrassing.

She buried her head deeply in his chest, a chest that felt warm, comforting, and reassuring.

She murmured, "I like Lord He very much too, very much."

At this moment, the air seemed to be filled with a sweet smell.

The winter sun is like a bonfire in the snow, making people reluctant to leave.

Li Baobei sat lazily by the window of the inn, basking in the sun.

A sudden gust of cold wind blew in and lashed against him, making her shiver.

He You came in from outside and happened to see this scene. He then picked up the hanging cloak and draped it over her shoulders.

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