Apply heat...

Su Miao quickly figured out what constituted a "hot" compress.

She crumpled the note in her hand, and images of his long, silent face and... his enormous silhouette flashed through her mind.

Every time, he manages to barge into her sight with an air of arrogance...

Su Miao quickly grabbed the cold water from the side and slapped her face hard, trying to calm herself down.

She didn't want to think about it... but every encounter made it impossible for her to ignore!

Su Miao looked up at herself in the bronze mirror, her cheeks flushed and her eyes misty with tears.

She took the handkerchief and wiped her face again, trying to slowly suppress the heat in her body.

I can't think about it...

She couldn't keep thinking...

Shen Changji, she really underestimated this man!

Just as Su Miao had calmed her agitated emotions, Tao'er pushed open the door and came in.

Upon seeing Tao'er, Su Miao couldn't help but ask, "How is Aunt Su doing?"

"The situation over there is relatively stable, but Miss... it seems that Master's letter and Liu Jiaojiao's letter were mistakenly transmitted to each other!"

Tao'er took out a letter from her sleeve and handed it to Su Miao.

"I wonder about the eldest young master's side..."

"He received it."

Upon hearing this, half of the emotion in Su Miao's eyes faded, and she regained her serious expression.

Shen Changji received it this morning; at the time, she thought it was a letter from Liu Jiaojiao.

Most importantly... Shen Changji was directly opened.

Su Miaoxin paused for a moment.

“Although I don’t know what was written inside, I immediately replied to my master after the incident. My master is currently in Hanshui City and wants to see Miss,” Tao’er said.

Hearing this, Su Miao looked at her with some surprise, her eyes slightly reddening.

He's come to Zhangshui City...

"When did he arrive? Didn't he say what was written in the letter?"

“Yesterday, Master didn’t mention the contents of the letter. He only said he wanted to see you, Miss. I guess Master wanted to talk to you in person.”

"Where is he? I'm coming over now!" Su Miao said without hesitation.

The fact that this man remained calm suggests that the contents of the letter were probably harmless and didn't reveal anything.

Otherwise, she probably wouldn't be standing here unharmed right now; the silent man would have called her over!

After tidying up briefly, Su Miao left with Tao'er.

...

Mo An chose to wait for Su Miao in a relatively secluded bamboo forest.

He always had a keen ear, and upon hearing footsteps, he slowly turned around.

The moment Su Miao saw him, the corners of her eyes lifted slightly, and she gently bit her lower lip, trying hard to control her emotions.

"Brother Mo..."

Although he is getting older, time has not left any marks on Mo An's face. Instead, he has gained a sense of composure and calmness that comes with age.

His face had clear contours and strong, smooth lines, and his dark robes made him appear even more dignified.

Mo An approached Su Miao with steady and powerful steps.

"I've been feeling bad for you lately."

Mo An reached out and removed the silk cloth from Su Miao's face, his eyes filled with heartache.

"I'm not upset! But Brother Mo, what brings you here..."

“Since you’re here, of course I had to come and check on you. Besides, there’s danger here, and I’m worried about you,” Mo An said gently, stroking Su Miao’s hair.

Su Miao's eyes welled up with tears. She looked away and pursed her lips.

"If you feel too uncomfortable, wronged, or can't stand it anymore, leave and come back to me. I have good food and drink here, and life won't be too hard. With my current abilities, protecting you for the rest of my life is no problem."

"I'm fine..."

"You're such a stubborn child, look how thin you've gotten. If you hadn't insisted on not having anyone, I would have liked to send two skilled cooks to serve you!"

"Tao'er is already quite good! We don't need too many people, otherwise it will easily arouse suspicion! After all, I am just a cousin..."

"If you want, you can choose not to be this cousin."

“Brother Mo, I understand how good you are to me. You don’t need to worry about me so much! The people in the Duke’s mansion are also very good to me. Although Shen Changji has returned… things are still going well between us.” Su Miao lowered her eyes and answered softly.

"Whatever decision you make, I respect your decision. But I only have one request: I just want you to be happy and take good care of yourself!"

Mo An gently stroked Su Miao's head, his tone tender.

“I know, Brother Mo…” Su Miao looked at him and nodded.

Suddenly, Su Miao remembered the letter and asked, "Brother Mo, what did you write in your letter to me?"

Upon hearing this, Mo An frowned slightly and hesitated for a moment.

"I've been quite busy lately, and I can't remember the details, but it shouldn't be anything major."

Su Miao was stunned when she heard Mo An's words.

I can't remember the details!

"Don't worry, if anything were to happen, Shen Changji would probably be looking for you right now," Mo An said leisurely.

Yes... if something were really wrong, given Shen Changji's personality, he would be restless and would want to find her.

That's what she said, but Su Miao's heart was not at ease.

Mo An knew that Su Miao couldn't stay out for too long. After exchanging pleasantries for a while, although he was reluctant, he had no choice but to let her leave.

Before leaving, Mo An handed Su Miao a bundle.

Although Su Miao didn't want to take it, she had no choice but to under Mo An's authority.

...

On the other side, Chen Changji was drinking with Xie Qin.

Although the two were sitting inside the room, Xie Qin could clearly feel that Shen Changji's gaze would occasionally wander outside.

"What? Is Sister Su coming later?" Xie Qin couldn't help but tease.

This morning, wasn't he holding Liu Jiaojiao's letter, looking all affectionate?

Why do you look so absent-minded these days!

Xie Qin looked at Chen Changji with a smile in her eyes.

Shen Changji ignored his gaze and continued drinking.

"I have to say, this Su sister is really capable. If it weren't for her today, I don't think I would be back by now! It's a good thing I brought her along, otherwise things wouldn't have gone so smoothly. It's really different to have a father with medical skills... even his daughter is so amazing."

"When we get back, Ziji, won't you reward her?"

"I have no plans," Chen Changji said coldly.

Upon hearing this, Xie Qin frowned and couldn't help but scoff.

Even if Shen Changji doesn't get a reward for Su Miao, he will still get one for her!

When he sees Su Miao, he'll definitely ask her what she wants!

Xie Qin thought about what he had to do the next day, so he didn't drink much before going home.

After everyone left, Chen Changji sat in the room, gazing at the bright moon outside, and let out a cold sneer.

Is this woman really not coming tonight?

Did he not read his note?

Complex emotions surged within Shen Changji. He grabbed the liquor, tilted his head back, and took a large gulp. The strong liquor made his heart even more restless.

A burning passion filled Shen Changji's eyes. He glanced at the moonlight, then, fueled by the alcohol, went outside.

When Lone Eagle saw Shen Changji come out, he was about to follow.

His deep, hoarse voice, tinged with a muffled tone, said: "No need to follow."