Ying Yan glared at her, annoyed. Although he was young, he never backed down in the face of any difficulties or dangers, and he did not allow himself to fail.
Because behind him lies an abyss of no return; one wrong step could cost him his life.
The appearance of Ke Meiyu gave him even more fighting spirit. To put it bluntly, it was like having a bone tied to a dog; he would run until he died without a single complaint.
She was his only bone in the ground!
But this girl is lively and unpredictable. One moment she can take you to paradise, making you want to open your heart to her, and the next moment she can push you into the abyss with a smile, leaving you immersed in a cold pool, so cold that you feel nothing and have no hope.
Unable to control love or hate, Ying Yan didn't dwell on these things. The time they had together was limited, so he might as well make the most of it and think about the next step after she left.
However, Ying Yan stared intently at her every move, a slight smile playing on his lips. This nine-year-old child, still quite naive, already exuded a mischievous air.
He seemed to already know the conditions and timing of her appearance; he just needed to verify it once more.
The children cried and struggled for a long time, but found it was no use. Instead, they fell to the ground in discomfort, their thin faces rubbing against the cold, rough, and muddy ground, unable to exert any strength.
These kidnappers really insulted the children. They could have just tied their legs and feet properly, but they were afraid the children would help each other, so they tied their hands behind their backs and then tied them together with their heels. With their palms facing them and behind their backs, it was very difficult for them to break free, making them look like little piglets!
Moreover, they showed no compassion for these children, and were willing to be ruthless, binding them tightly with ropes. Over time, their hands and feet became congested with blood, swollen, and numb with pain.
If this continues for a few more hours, their hands and feet will probably be ruined.
The children shed silent tears, missing their families. Their small bodies curled up together, and some children, like Ying Yan and Ke Meiyu, huddled together for comfort. They looked so pitiful.
Ke Meiyu felt uneasy watching this, so she turned her head away and quietly focused on the banquet.
They are all the same age, but other children can enjoy the warmth of home, have their own little whims and interests, and a carefree and happy childhood.
But Ying Yan lost his mother at a young age. Although he was taken in by his wealthy father, what awaited him was all sorts of murders and schemes that only appeared in movies and novels!
His fair and delicate face showed no sign of dejection, only a calm and composed demeanor as if he had everything under control and had seen through everything.
How much time and how many trials must one endure to develop such mental fortitude?
Ke Meiyu couldn't help but lean her head on his shoulder again.
Although she re-applied tape to her mouth, it wasn't sealed properly, leaving enough room for her to whisper in his ear.
"Little Yingyan, you must grow up safely and then find me when the end of the world comes. I'm the school beauty, so I'll be easy to find."
As she spoke, her eyes crinkled with a deep sense of nostalgia, and she said with a smile, "You don't know, back then, I made a bet with someone, saying that I could get into a proper university through my own efforts without relying on my father's status as a multinational entertainment tycoon."
"Although it was a second-tier university, this was the first time I got into a university without relying on my family's power and influence. When I got into a playful mood, I pretended to be an ordinary female student and kept my living expenses to around 1,500 yuan a month. You know, back then, I could buy a lipstick that cost more than that!"
Ke Meiyu quietly shared with him the fun she had of pretending to be a poor person, which also helped to ease the current dull and oppressive atmosphere: "I still live at school, and the bed is so narrow that it creaks when I turn over, and sometimes cockroaches even appear!"
"Although there are many things I'm not used to in this kind of life, I find it quite interesting."
"You have no idea how many guys, relying on their good looks and rich families, come to me and show off. Pshaw, I've seen the world, do you think I'm so short-sighted?"
"And you know what happened in the end?"
Ying Yan glared at her, but still shook her head.
"The apocalypse has come, and they're all trying to be heroes, wanting to win my heart. Some even see the world in chaos and want to take advantage of me!"
Upon hearing this, Ying Yan couldn't help but flash a cold rage in his eyes.
"Luckily, you descended from the sky like a god at that moment, protecting me under your feathers..."
Ke Meiyu talked to him for a long time, so long that she couldn't stay awake any longer and fell asleep.
When I woke up again, it was already broad daylight outside.
She quickly sat up, looked around at the familiar yet slightly unfamiliar surroundings, her face full of frustration!
When Ying Yan needed her company the most, she actually fell asleep.
Even though it was just a dream, Ke Meiyu was still somewhat listless and kept thinking about it.
It's unclear how he escaped danger, how he withstood the pressure from his stepmother, and returned home.
"Didn't you sleep well?" Qin Yuanjiu walked into the room and couldn't help but touch her forehead to check her temperature.
Ke Meiyu instinctively flinched, forcing a smile as she shook her head: "I'm fine, it was just a dream."
Qin Yuanjiu's eyes were dark. He gave a faint "hmm" and withdrew his hand: "The tractors in the village can be rented. As long as you pay for the diesel fuel and add one yuan, you can use it for a day."
"Grandma rented it for a day, saying she would take everyone to town to buy some things in the morning, and then take Aunt and you there in the afternoon."
"Mother said you should pack your own clothes, and she will help prepare the food."
Ke Meiyu's train of thought was suddenly pulled away by him, "No, I need to stay home this morning to prepare some commonly used medicine kits for my dad and brothers, so I won't go to town to play. Just bring me some snacks."
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