At this time, Cui Zhengming and the others went back to their rooms to rest.

Su Wan looked at Chen Qianlan. The usually cold beauty was unusually shy at this moment. She couldn't explain why she felt shy. Even though nothing had happened between them, Jiang Baiyuan was holding her hand and wouldn't let go. She was injured while protecting him, and she couldn't take her hand away while he was asleep, so she just let him hold it.

This handshake truly made it seem like their relationship was unusual.

Qin Yi gave Jiang Baiyuan a deep look. He had better treat Chen Qianlan well. If Jiang Baiyuan found out that he was not treating his sister well, he would beat him up without hesitation, even if he was a brother.

Chen Qianlan said quietly, "You all go and rest too. I'll stay and watch over him."

Qin Yi nodded slightly, "Call me if you need anything." After saying that, he took Su Wan's hand and went back to the room. They were all exhausted after a long day and all that commotion. He was fine, but Su Wan was probably completely worn out.

Su Wan lay in Qin Yi's arms, and although she was not feeling unwell, she dared not fall into a deep sleep.

Her mind was in turmoil even with her eyes closed. Qin Yi seemed to sense her thoughts and put his arm around her shoulder. "Go to sleep early."

Su Wan gave a soft "hmm," then remembered something and opened her eyes.

After a moment's thought, she finally spoke up, "Be careful of Su Shikun. I feel something's off about him."

Qin Yi ruffled her hair, turned around and kissed her forehead. "I know you've had a long day, get some rest."

Su Wan looked at him apologetically, and was about to say something when Qin Yi spoke first.

"Don't you consider me your man?"

Su Wan was a little confused by his sudden question. What did she say? Did she not treat him like her man?

Qin Yi spoke plaintively, like a wronged little wife: "Other wives all wish their husbands would do things for them, but you, you're always thinking about how to get me into trouble..."

Su Wan's words caught in her throat. Was it really appropriate to bring up this topic at this moment?

She pinched Qin Yi's cheek and said helplessly, "Fine, fine, I won't say anything. You're my man, you should do whatever you want for me."

"Um."

Qin Yi looked up proudly, as if he had been rewarded.

Su Wan felt a warmth in her heart. Qin Yi gently pinched the soft flesh of Su Wan's waist, then lightly caressed it. "If you're not sleepy, then we..."

Su Wan was startled and quickly closed her eyes: "Sleep, sleep, I'm so sleepy."

In his heart, he was thinking, "What kind of talk is that?"

When and where did this happen? How could he just blurt this out like that!

After a long while, Qin Yi looked at the peaceful sleeping face of the person beside him, whose breathing gradually became steady, and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. Finally, she was asleep. He knew that Su Wan understood everything.

But he is Su Wan's husband. She married him when she was going through the most difficult time, so he must protect her for the rest of his life, even if it costs him his own life.

But what exactly does Su Shikun want to do by staying behind?

Su Shikun looked out the dark window, tapped his finger lightly on the windowpane, and threw something out. A dark shadow flashed by. Behind the window was a small pit about two meters deep, and no one usually went there. Watching the figure disappear into the night, Su Shikun smiled smugly. He was such a good older brother.

How could a good brother bear to let his sister suffer!

He'll send his sister "down there" so she can enjoy a good life.

There was a gentle knock on the door, and Su Shikun's voice rang out from outside, "Brother-in-law, are you asleep?"

Qin Yi didn't answer. He gently withdrew his hand, quietly put on his shoes, and opened the door. Su Shikun peeked in, and Qin Yi closed the door.

"What's wrong, brother, so late?"

Su Shikun pulled Qin Yi's sleeve, and the two quietly walked into the courtyard. Su Shikun looked around to make sure no one was there before cautiously speaking, "Brother-in-law, that Zheng Qing has no good intentions. He's eyeing the prescription Wanwan has. You must tell Wanwan not to tell him."

Su Shikun pulled Qin Yi aside and talked on and on about many of Zheng Qing's secrets, how Zheng Qing planned to take action against Su Wan, and how he tricked Cui Zhengming into taking the bait.

Qin Yi listened quietly without saying a word, seemingly pondering what Zheng Qing was trying to do.

After Su Shikun finished speaking, he looked at Qin Yi anxiously, "Brother-in-law, did you hear what I said? Zheng Qing is really capable of anything."

He seemed very concerned about Su Wan's safety, fearing that if Su Wan revealed the secret recipe, she would be harmed by Zheng Qing.

They made no mention of Zheng Qing's covetousness of the secrets in Qin Yi's possession.

Qin Yi pondered for a moment, then suddenly realized and excitedly patted Su Shikun on the shoulder: "Thank you for your advice, brother. I will definitely make sure Wanwan is careful. This concerns Wanwan, so we must not let our guard down."

"That's right."

The expression in Su Shikun's eyes was unclear in the darkness, but it seemed as if he was relieved that Qin Yi had listened to him, and also as if he was relieved that his sister had escaped danger.

The two chatted for a while longer before returning to their respective rooms.

Qin Yi and Su Shikun were in the courtyard, while Su Wan was sleeping alone in her room. The door to the room was gently pushed open, but Su Wan seemed exhausted and didn't notice anyone coming in. She was still fast asleep, completely unaware.

The figure listened to Qin Yi and Su Shikun's voices as it slowly approached Su Wan. Seeing that she still didn't react, the figure grew bolder. Just as it was about to reach Su Wan, footsteps approached, and the figure quickly looked around and hid.

Qin Yi pushed open the door and entered. He went straight to the bedside, thoughtfully pulled the blanket up for Su Wan, lay down next to her, and closed his eyes.

As expected, Jiang Baiyuan developed a fever that night. Chen Qianlan kept washing towels and applying them to his forehead, and would occasionally measure Jiang Baiyuan's forehead with her hand. She prayed in her heart that Jiang Baiyuan would be alright.

He was injured while saving her. Her feelings were complicated. After thinking for a long time, Chen Qianlan decided that if they could return safely, she would agree to Jiang Baiyuan's request.

However, they are so far apart in ability; what if they can't make it this far one day?

Lost in thought, Chen Qianlan drifted off to sleep.

The last thought before going to sleep kept jumping around in Chen Qianlan's mind: she was trying to be with Jiang Baiyuan, to give herself and Jiang Baiyuan a chance.

If they miss this opportunity now, not only will she regret it, but Jiang Baiyuan will probably also feel regret.

Deep down, she longed for a home more than anyone else—a complete and loving home.

The couple gets along well, they argue and quarrel, but they celebrate holidays together in a lively atmosphere. She is no longer alone; wherever she goes, that is home.

The time before dawn is definitely the darkest part of the night, and since the village is in the mountains, it's pitch black.

Qin Yi, who was sleeping next to Su Wan, suddenly raised his leg and kicked the person standing in front of the bed who was about to stab him aside.

The newcomer was no match for Qin Yi, yet he recklessly brandished the dagger in his hand at Qin Yi.

The dagger clattered to the ground, and the lights came on. Su Shikun was subdued by Qin Yi and lay on the ground, his face filled with resentment and his eyes no longer concealing their hatred.