Expedition
Qu Linghan screamed instinctively.
Both hands were precisely pushed towards Bai Hui's ears.
Bai Hui couldn't help but let out a muffled groan.
The hot, humid air made Qu Linghan's ears itch slightly.
Bai Hui used a bit too much force, and Qu Linghan finally pushed him away.
"Bai Hui?! It's you?"
Knowing that he would be leaving for war the next day, Qu Linghan did not actually slap him as he had imagined.
Just then, Bai Hui in front of him suddenly began to collapse.
Qu Linghan quickly helped him up and carried him on her shoulder.
"Bai Hui, are you drunk?"
Qu Linghan gently patted Bai Hui's back, but he didn't react at all.
"Never mind, I'll help you back."
Qu Linghan suddenly gathered his strength, and heard Bai Hui's faint breathing in his ear.
That scoundrel, so heavy…
Qu Linghan staggered and almost helped Bai Hui to the bedside, but lost his balance and the two of them fell onto the bed.
"Ugh, you dog of a man, why are you drinking for no reason?"
Qu Linghan patted his lower back, about to stand up.
"ah!"
But Bai Hui pulled him back to his side.
Qu Linghan felt that her body temperature was rising in direct proportion to the temperature.
Because Bai Hui, this aloof and stunning beauty, was less than a centimeter away from him at that moment.
His breathing was only a fraction of the same distance as her heartbeat.
Warmth, illusion.
Ethereal, unreal.
Qu Linghan gently touched Bai Hui's nose with his hand.
Cool...
"Are you cold? Let me cover you with some blankets."
Qu Linghan removed Bai Hui's hand from his neck and prepared to get up to get his bedding.
"No, don't go."
"It hurts, Bai Hui, it hurts! Don't touch me. I won't leave."
If Qu Linghan didn't know that Bai Hui had no interest in romantic relationships, he would have suspected that Bai Hui was faking it.
"Bai Hui, what happened?"
Qu Linghan placed his hand on Bai Hui's forehead and gently stroked it downwards.
It was as if they were comforting a wounded child.
Will you leave me?
As soon as he finished speaking, Qu Linghan was stunned.
A sober Bai Hui would never say such a thing.
"Answer me."
Bai Hui slowly approached Qu Linghan.
A faint sandalwood scent wafted over Qu Linghan along with his breath.
"I…"
How could I not leave? I'm simply not a person of this era.
Before Qu Linghan could finish speaking, a soft, warm sensation suddenly enveloped him.
Before Qu Linghan could break free, the brief kiss ended. Before she could react, Bai Hui pulled her into his arms.
His chin rested on her forehead.
"I know you don't belong here."
"But please don't leave me, okay?"
Bai Hui's words carried a hint of grievance, but none of his former arrogance.
Some were even suppressing their sobs.
Like a child.
Just as he said, Qu Linghan didn't belong here, and she didn't know what he was thinking.
I wonder what he went through in the past.
I don't know anything about his past in this world.
That's enough.
"good..."
...
The night passed, and the dream lingered.
The spring breeze, carrying the fragrance of flowers, caressed Qu Linghan's face.
However, it will still be a bit cold due to the lingering chill of early spring.
"Cough cough."
Qu Linghan woke up from coughing.
A familiar yet unfamiliar face came into view first.
Her bright eyes and sparse eyebrows showed that the flush on her face from yesterday had faded.
He exudes a strong sense of masculinity and is very charismatic.
Yesterday's events suddenly came flooding back like a tidal wave.
"Cough cough."
Qu Linghan felt a sense of shame.
I couldn't help coughing.
She turned around, not wanting to stand there and disturb Bai Hui's sleep.
I had just taken a few steps forward when I suddenly felt a weight on my shoulder.
"Put your coat on, don't catch a cold."
Having washed away the smell of yesterday's alcohol, the heavy, rich scent of sandalwood wafted from him.
It was as if it wanted to completely envelop Qu Linghan.
Qu Linghan was a little embarrassed and hurriedly put her hands on her shoulders, pretending to adjust her clothes.
But I encountered a small patch of coldness.
…
It was Bai Hui's fingertips.
About a minute passed.
Bai Hui, however, showed no intention of moving his hand away.
Qu Linghan had no choice but to slowly rotate her body until she was face to face with him.
"Um... um."
Sigh, I'm not going to say anything more.
When she spoke, she couldn't help but look at his lips.
Qu Linghan lowered his head, his face already as red as the Spring Festival couplets that had been posted at the Bai residence a few days ago.
Just as she was hesitating.
Bai Hui's words came like a spring breeze.
"I'm leaving the city, so it's inconvenient for me to take you with me this time."
"Your Lanxu Pavilion is about to open, and there will definitely be people causing trouble. Remember not to fight back."
"We'll discuss everything when I return to the capital."
Qu Linghan made accusations in her heart.
That bastard seems to have completely forgotten about what happened last night.
Before I could speak, tears streamed down my face!
…
The morning light bathed the entire street, and the stone slabs made a clattering sound as you walked.
The warm sun shone on the soldiers' armor, casting a melting golden light.
It made their brows and eyes appear even more resolute.
The young leaders adjusted the team.
Finally, Bai Hui gave the order.
The sound of horses' hooves gradually rose, and the army set off.
Amidst the clamor of the crowd and the cries of children, Qu Linghan left.
…
Even late into the night, Qu Linghan was still preparing for the opening the next day.
A few days ago, she sent people to distribute some flyers.
I don't know if it will work.
Jing'er is putting riddles into the lanterns.
At the same time, she also harbored a mystery in her heart.
Despite some hesitation, she spoke with uncertainty.
"Miss, I feel like you've changed a bit?"
Qu Linghan's busy hands suddenly stopped.
It felt like a pound of stone had been placed in my head.
It's very heavy...
Qu Linghan actually wanted to tell Jing'er the truth, but no one could accept it.
She wore a helpless smile.
"What has changed?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Qu Linghan heard Jing'er's answer.
"Miss, you've become braver."
Qu Linghan continued what she was doing.
"Yes, I will become braver."
"Miss, I will always stand behind you."
Qu Linghan thought that perhaps Jing'er had already sensed something.
However, neither of them wanted to expose it.
Once you see through it all, it will hurt.
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