"The grudge between us is my business. If you want revenge, bring it on if you have the guts. The next one will be your emperor." Mu Ruoyan already had a plan in mind, intending to devote the rest of her life to revenge.

Even later, when he longed to spend a few years with Lin Xihe, he never forgot to plant people in the Dahao court, determined to make that dog emperor taste the bitterness of having no peace.

"I will fight you to the death!" Gu Qinghuai retorted without backing down.

Lin Xihe quickly grabbed Gu Qinghuai's arm and advised, "Qinghuai, don't waste your breath arguing with him."

In an instant, the atmosphere in the room became oppressive and stifling, as if the air itself had frozen.

After a moment of contemplation, Lin Xihe finally made up her mind to take Mu Ruoyan with her to see Lin Zhihao.

The kind doctor had already prepared a simple meal, and Lin Xihe and Gu Qinghuai ate a few bites casually. Mu Ruoyan, on the other hand, only drank the herbal soup prepared by the doctor.

After midnight, Xu Qi and Xu Jiu arrived in a hurry with their men.

Seeing the appearance of his third prince, he was filled with rage, but dared not speak out.

Xu Qi gave Lin Xihe a deep look, thinking that his master had changed too much because of her.

The previous master had no weaknesses and acted decisively and resolutely.

But now, for Lin Xihe's sake, he has changed his plans time and time again, broken his own rules, and even risked his life to get injured. This woman in front of him, even if she is as beautiful as an angel, her heart is not with her master at all. In Xu Qi's eyes, she is bad in a thousand ways and should not be good in ten thousand ways.

"Give me a pill," Mu Ruoyan commanded Xu Qi.

Xu Qi was taken aback, his movements slowed down instantly, and his face was full of reluctance. He reluctantly took out a small, exquisite box from his waist and took out a pill from it.

"The Third Prince..."

Xu Qi hesitated, as if he wanted to speak.

In this cramped room, Lin Xihe could clearly see Xu Qi's hesitation, and she instantly realized what kind of medicine it was.

Unable to disobey Mu Ruoyan's orders, Xu Qi had no choice but to hand the medicine bowl to his master.

"Mu Ruoyan, do you really have to take this medicine?" Lin Xihe suddenly asked.

She knew that while the pill could make Mu Ruoyan's body extraordinary, it would also greatly shorten his lifespan.

A hint of surprise flashed in Mu Ruoyan's eyes, but she immediately put on a pitiful look and said, "It hurts so much."

"Can't you just put up with it?"

Although Lin Xihe's tone was cold, Mu Ruoyan felt a warm glow in her heart, as if a surge of heat was flowing through her.

Mu Ruoyan glanced at the pills in her hand and thought to herself that she couldn't bear to die young.

"Put it away. Get some medicine to treat the injury and provide some nourishment." Mu Ruoyan changed her mind.

Xu Qi hurriedly put away the medicine, turned his back to everyone, and felt a mix of emotions.

On the one hand, she was secretly pleased that her master was not taking the harmful medicine, but on the other hand, she was full of worry because her master listened to Lin Xihe's advice.

Gu Qinghuai was confused and filled with doubt, so he subconsciously gripped Lin Xihe's hand tightly.

Lin Xihe felt Gu Qinghuai's hand tightening its grip. She bit her lip, momentarily at a loss for words.

After taking the medicine handed to her by Xu Qi, Mu Ruoyan fell into a deep sleep.

Before he fell asleep, he instructed Xu Qi to set up two single beds in his room.

How could Gu Qinghuai and Lin Xihe not understand his intentions?

The two lay on their own small beds, facing each other and gazing at each other quietly.

In this tranquil atmosphere, both of their expressions appeared quite complex.

Lin Xihe forced a smile, then turned away, leaving Gu Qinghuai with only his slightly thin back. Gu Qinghuai stared at her quietly, his gaze lingering on her for a long time.

The next day, after Mu Ruoyan woke up, she dismissed everyone except Xu Qi.

He also had two horses taken away, leaving only a carriage.

Therefore, the three of them had no choice but to continue their journey by carriage.

Lin Xihe sat obediently next to Gu Qinghuai, while Mu Ruoyan leaned against the car wall alone.

The carriage jolted along, and his injuries became increasingly severe, causing him great pain.

Seeing Mu Ruoyan's furrowed brows, Lin Xihe couldn't help but ask, "Do you really have to go?"

"Are you going to stay here and suffer in pain if you don't go?"

Mu Ruoyan didn't even open his eyes; he really didn't want to see the intimate scene between Lin Xihe and Gu Qinghuai.

"Whatever." Lin Xihe's tone wasn't exactly friendly. The thought of Mu Ruoyan being so badly injured yet still having to come along made her angry.

The chill on Gu Qinghuai's face never dissipated.

Although Lin Xihe showed dislike for Mu Ruoyan, Gu Qinghuai still caught the subtle concern she revealed.

Gu Qinghuai, who had been sitting quietly, saw the two interacting like this and silently pulled Lin Xihe into his arms.

Lin Xihe looked up at Gu Qinghuai and saw the displeasure and strong possessiveness in his eyes. She then silently lowered her eyes and rested her head on Gu Qinghuai's body.

She knew in her heart that she couldn't let Gu Qinghuai feel embarrassed any longer.

On the third day at noon, the group finally arrived at Lin Zhihao's hiding place.

Lin Xihe originally thought that Mu Ruoyan could make a round trip in a day, so the distance shouldn't be too far, but she never expected it to take so long.

"Your brother lives in this little courtyard."

Mu Ruoyan lifted the carriage curtain and pointed to the ordinary little courtyard in front of her.

"Is he alone?" Lin Xihe's emotions became increasingly tense.

"Um."

On her way here, Lin Xihe didn't even dare to ask about anything related to the original owner's brother. Whenever she heard any related topics, her heart felt like it was being squeezed.

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