"Why did you save her? Wouldn't it be better if this unreasonable third young lady died?" said Sun Qi, He You's friend.

"I just don't want to see a scourge die needlessly within my jurisdiction."

He You, with her fair and well-defined hands, picked up the tea and drank it, as if she were a machine without emotion talking to people.

"Haha, how boring! I never thought someone as cold-hearted as you would bow down to the powerful and wealthy, hahaha!"

Sun Qi smiled calmly.

"We hope you will seriously consider the topic we are discussing. The situation in Dayi is likely to change soon, and whether you choose to return to normalcy is your decision, but time is running out."

After Sun Qi finished speaking, he got up and left.

He You did not answer or look up; he simply gazed out the window at the streets that had returned to normal.

"Master, should we follow them?"

Not long after Sun Qi left, an almost invisible figure entered the room. It was a shadow guard, demonstrating his exceptional lightness skill.

"No need, I understand his purpose, everything will proceed as usual."

He You stared coldly out the window, her face expressionless.

Having just experienced the fright of the carriage going out of control, Li Baobei quickly and quietly returned to the mansion through the back door with Bizhu.

He changed into women's clothing and sat at the table drinking water in large gulps.

"From now on, Bizhu, you must call me Young Master when you're out in public. Don't call me Miss anymore. It's giving us away. If some bad guy with ill intentions finds out, I'll be in big trouble."

She picked up a osmanthus cake and ate it.

Melts in your mouth, sweet and delicious—the ancient pastries are truly wonderful!

However, I don't really like sweets, but having one occasionally has a unique flavor.

"Miss, I was terrified at the time. If anything had happened to you, how could I still be alive?"

Bizhu's face hadn't recovered yet; she looked quite frightened.

"Look at me, I'm perfectly fine now, right? I was just unlucky today, but it doesn't matter. You could say I was unlucky, but you could also say I was incredibly lucky, right? I was saved, wasn't I!"

She suddenly remembered He You.

He's so handsome! How come the female lead doesn't like someone as good-looking as him?

What a waste!

For the next few days, Li Baobei ate and slept, occasionally sitting on the swing in the garden in front of the house, swinging aimlessly, having a great time.

She closed her eyes peacefully, earnestly enjoying the pleasant feeling of the spring sunshine bathing her body.

"Nannan, are you feeling much better?"

The moment she opened her eyes, she saw a beautiful woman who looked like a fairy.

She had willow-leaf eyebrows, almond-shaped round eyes, long, curled eyelashes that turned upwards, a high, straight nose, and lips as red as peaches. Her skin was as white as jade, and her figure was slender and graceful. The way she walked was full of charm.

“I heard you fell into the water a few days ago, and I was so worried that I rushed back.”

Li Xueli looked at Li Baobei with a nervous expression, scrutinizing her repeatedly.

Li Baobei was a little stunned.

She thought to herself, "Is this my sister? She's so beautiful! I can't take my eyes off her. She must have inherited the good genes of the Prime Minister and his wife!"

She smiled sweetly and replied, "I'm all better now, thank you for your concern, sister."

Li Xueli was married at the age of seventeen to Zhou Yuqing, the eldest son of the Grand Tutor Zhou. They were a perfect match, both in terms of talent and appearance.

Li Baobei moved over, and Li Xueli gracefully sat down as well.

"It's good that you're alright. You need to control your temper. You'll be getting married in two years, and you can't still act like a little girl."

Li Xueli's concerned expression touched Li Baobei deeply.

She said affectionately and coquettishly, "I know, Second Sister, I will change."

"My elder brother hasn't been back to the manor for a long time. He's been traveling for too long. I really miss you all. It's a pity I can't see my elder brother anymore."

Li Xueli sighed softly, as if she were venting endless disappointment.

Suddenly, a voice came from outside the door: "Are you talking about me?"