Tang Doudou had been extremely curious as well. However, she was no longer curious now since Jun Xin had already told her about it and simply watched Murong Yu and Nangong Yans expressions eagerly.

After Nangong Yan was helped up, that concealed object was finally revealed.

It caused everyone to be taken aback. They hadnt expected that the thing they had been waiting for so long to see was actually this kind of thing, and she had even sat on it for so long. It was seriously too disgusting!

Heavens! Who would have imagined that the esteemed Miss of Wind Cloud Island had so little self-restraint!? She actually sat on this kind of thing

Shes seriously shameless! No wonder someone accused her of being a vixen. Even if she isnt one, shes probably not far from being one!

Shh, quiet down, dont let her hear

Wasted an entire half a day

When Nangong Yan saw that the people around had strange expressions and were looking at her with disgust and ridicule, she knew that it had to do with the thing she had been sitting on. However, why would that thing cause them to look at her this way?

Shouldnt they be sympathizing with her, pitying her, then getting angry on her behalf?

Why werent things developing as they should?

As she wondered this, she turned around and looked. When she got a clear look at what that thing was, her eyes rolled back from anger and she fainted.

Meanwhile, Murong Yus face was black as coal. What disgusting person would put this kind of thing here?

The more crucial question was: what did this thing have to do with Nangong Yan?

Could it be that it belonged to her?

She accidently dropped it while getting up?

If that wasnt the case, why would she faint upon seeing it?

When Murong Yus thoughts got here, disgust filled his eyes. This woman truly did not have a single good point aside from the fact that she was born with a good status.

Ahem, how is it? This little masters technique isnt bad, right? said Jun Xin smugly.

His tail was lifted so high it could reach the sky. Tang Doudou was rather speechless. This was the non-low-class method you were talking about?

It was clearly as low-class as low-class could get!

A young lady that has yet to get married had, under so many peoples watch, revealed that she had been sitting on erotic pamphlets and all sorts of inappropriate tools

This guy, Jun Xin, was seriously too terrifying!

The more Tang Doudou thought about it, the more she found it horrifying. For better or for worse, Nangong Yan was still his junior sister, yet he had done this sort of thing to her. It was unbelievable.

Back on that side, although Murong Yu was thoroughly disgusted with Nangong Yan, he still put in effort on the surface to act concerned. He took out a little bottle from his chest and offered it towards the women. Put it beneath Miss Nangongs nose.

However, the originally complacent women revealed expressions of disgust and none of them stepped up to take the bottle.

However, this matter couldnt be solved if Nangong Yan didnt wake up.

He still needed to find Su Yi to talk about the assassins so he didnt have time to waste.

Thinking to here, he pulled a law enforcement member over and shoved the bottle in his hand. Go, let Miss Nangong smell it.

Stinkin woman, its your turn! In the crowd, Jun Xin pushed Tang Doudou, urging her forward.

However, Tang Doudou hesitated. The person has already fainted. If she went out and caused this additional ruckus, Nangong Yan would probably never be able to show her face outside again.

Tch. Can it be that youve forgotten what she did to you? Jun Xin expressed disdain towards her hesitation. Shes a lunatic. If you dont kill her with one smack, shell make a comeback sooner or later and you would only be able to cry then!

Tang Doudou also knew that it wasnt the time to be a Mary Sue, so she gritted her teeth, tidied up her clothing, and walked out like she had just come back from a swim.

Aiyah, isnt this little Junior Sister Nangong? How did she faint? cried Tang Doudou in surprise right after she walked in.

Her voice, at this moment, was no doubt heavens music to Murong Yus ears. He turned around in pleasant surprise and said, Young City Lord, youre finally here!

Muronggongzi, whats going on?

Murong Yu gave a cough then gave a brief narration of the events.

I just went to swim for a while, yet such a large commotion has occurred. Looks like Cloud Citys defenses need to be strengthened! She nodded after listening to what Murong Yu said. However, she focused on the assassins and didnt address Nangong Yan at all.

It made Murong Yu feel a bit awkward, but he also agreed that the matter regarding the assassins was more important.

However, Nangong Yan

May I ask if Young City Lord knows where Bailigongziis right now? Since Tang Doudou had come back, Baili Yu was probably nearby as well. Nangong Yan was his junior sister so it would be better for him to deal with this.

Baili Yu? How would I know where he is?

Unexpectedly, Tang Doudou widened her eyes and looked at him with a confused expression.

Miss Nangong said that Young City Lord had gone with Bailigongzito tour

Oh, we did tour the lake together.

Then

But halfway through a matter came up and he left. I thought the weather was nice so I went for a swim. Are you looking for him for something? She acted as if this was really the case so everyone was convinced.

However, where did Baili Yu go then? Everyone started making all sorts of guesses.

Could it be that he really went to meet up with Nangong Yan?

That woman happened to see and that was why she angrily cursed at Nangong Yan?

The onlookers clearly had very strong imaginations. Some people even thought that the incident probably wasnt as simple as Nangong Yan had put it. She had probably been hit by that woman. If not, what else could explain why her clothing was ripped and her appearance so wretched?

As for that woman falling into the lake, could it be that she was the one that had fallen?

Her entire body was soaked so this was a likely possibility

Everyone around started discussing this matter again.

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Murong Yu heard that the discussion getting more and more abnormal and was worried that he wouldnt be able to explain it to Wind Cloud Island later, hence he shot the law enforcement officers a look to have them disperse the crowd.

However, right at this time, Tang Doudou started shouting again. Aiyah, what is this? Why would it be here? Its seriously too damaging to the scenery!

As she spoke, she walked up and kicked the book of erotic images. From the direction, it seemed like she had been trying to kick it into the water.

However, she had kicked it with too much force so the book ended up falling apart. The breeze that blew over from the surface of the lake immediately sent those pages flying all over the place. The women blushed from seeing the drawings on the papers and ran away, crying in alarm. Meanwhile, some busybodies reached out and caught the papers to examine them with relish. After a while, they discovered a huge secret.

Wow! Theres actually a mark on this! Someone shouted in midst of the chaos.

Mark? What mark? After someone said that, some people that liked to act as gentlemen used the excuse of looking for the mark to catch some pages.

Cries of surprise immediately started coming from the crowd.

There actually is one!

What mark? Why didnt I see it?

Hehe, youre purposefully pretending not to see since youre looking at an interesting part, arent you?

Nonsense! As if Im that type of person!

There, on the upper right corner. Those two words are so large Nangong Yan how can you miss them?

It really is Nangong Yan ah!

The crowd immediately exploded. Tang Doudou winked at Jun Xin who was also looking at a page with interest.

This development was good enough, wasnt it?

The evidence had been destroyed and Nangong Yan couldnt explain herself since she was unconscious. By the time she woke up, public opinion would have already been set.

It had to be acknowledged that this method Jun Xin had come up with was ruthless and effective. Nangong Yan was going to have to stay in Wind Cloud Island for the rest of her life to hide her face.

As long as Nangong Yan couldnt come out, she wouldnt be a threat. Although Tang Doudou hadnt been able to take revenge for that stab, she still felt a lot more refreshed.

When her thoughts arrived here, she started feeling grateful towards Jun Xin again.

Meanwhile, despite the fact that the guy was clearly looking at the paper, after she winked at him, he looked up with a devious smile and gave her a thumbs up as he mouthed something.

He seemed to be saying: stinkin woman, beautiful work!

Hell, thats of course! She was the one that had stepped out after all!

Tang Doudou retrieved her gaze and looked at Nangong Yan who was lying on the ground, overlooked. She felt that this woman was quite pitiful. After this incident, itd probably be hard for her to even get married.

However, Jun Xin told her earlier that if the things Nangong Yan prepared had been revealed, she would have been the one whose reputation was destroyed.

It truly seemed that if a woman wasnt ruthless, she wouldnt be able to keep her position.

However, was it worth it to do all of this just because of a man?

Tang Doudou shook her head and glanced at Yu Fenger who was still stunned before walking to Murong Yu. Muronggongzi, from the looks of it, we wont be able to resolve Miss Nangongs incident today. Why dont you have someone send her back to her inn first!

After she said that, she lowered her voice and reminded him, The assassins are more important right now. When I was swimming in the lake earlier, I noticed something abnormal beneath the lake. Im afraid something terrible will happen if we dont hurry and investigate it!

Jun Xin was the one who told her about the abnormality beneath the lake.

Unexpectedly, when Murong Yu heard this, he was so stirred up he didnt even respond to her. After instructing someone to carry Nangong Yan back, he rushed off.

The spectators saw that the people involved were leaving and started leaving as well, satisfied with the show and still holding onto the erotic pictures with Nangong Yans signatures.

Yu Fenger also came back to his senses. He glanced at Tang Doudou and scratched his head embarrassedly. I never thought that she was actually this kind of lady. Back then when that woman rushed up, I even spoke up for her.

Aiy, this Big Brother Yu of hers was so naive. The only reason Nangong Yan had caused such a fuss here was because she was planning to drag her down.

Did Big Brother Yu really think Nangong Yan was trying to get justice?

It must be known that if Yu Fenger, Nangong Yan, and the others hadnt talked about this matter, no one would have known.

In the end, Nangong Yan had been too self-confident and thought she had obtained dirty information on Tang Doudou that she could use. She had only harmed herself in trying to harm another, so she deserved this outcome.

Of course, this was all thanks to Jun Xin. If it werent for him, Nangong Yan probably would have succeeded in her plan.

And she would have been in Nangong Yans place right now.

I never thought she was actually like this either. I thought she was a very cute little sister. When Tang Doudou recalled how she had saved Nangong Yan back then only to be stabbed, she could only sigh.

The crowd started dispersing since the show was over.

Tang Doudou said goodbye to Golden Wind Jade Dew, then left with Jun Xin.

Hey, are you angry? Jun Xin thought Tang Doudou would be happy since she got revenge on Nangong Yan, but her face was scrunched up and she showed no reaction to the interesting things they passed by on the street. It was easy for him to guess what she was thinking about.

The annoying little brat has become a caring man. In response to Jun Xins concern, Tang Doudou sighed and said, Im not angry, Im just a little lost. Im not sure what to do anymore.

No matter how good things sounded, when you try to carry it out you would find that it was much harder than you thought it would be.

What do you mean what to do? Are you talking about yourself or someone else?

Myself of course! Who would need me to mind their business? Tang Doudou sighed. Jun Xin, Im useless, arent I? Its always been you guys that help me with everything. Its enough that I cant be any help, but I always end up causing you guys more trouble.

So?

I want to help you guys somehow.

En. Is there more?

She looked ahead towards the distant figure she had originally wanted to see a lot and said softly, And, I dont want to get married

However, she spoke too softly. Though Jun Xin had been listening carefully, he still couldnt catch it. He followed her gaze and saw Baili Yu.

He felt a little annoyed. Baili Yu had only made it here after the incident was already over. What exactly was more important: that matter or Tang Doudou?

From the looks of it, Baili Yu himself wasnt sure.

Are you going over? Jun Xin looked over and asked.

Tang Doudou sighed deeply. Running away wasnt going to solve things so she might as well face Baili Yu head on. Lets go. Thank you for today.

Jun Xin rapped her on the forehead. With our relationship, do we need to say things like this?

What relationship do we have? Its unknown if Jun Xin had hit her too hard and made her brain freeze for a moment or if she really wasnt sure, but she reflexively asked Jun Xin this as she covered her hurting forehead.

Jun Xin laughed. I was just teasing you. If you want to head over, then go. I have to head back as well.

After he finished speaking, he turned to leave without waiting for a reply.

Stinkin brat! Only then did Tang Doudou snap out of it and realize that Jun Xin had already rapped her on the head twice today. It was intolerable!

She wanted to grab this guy and demand what he meant by teasing her!

However, Jun Xin simply left her with the view of his elegant back. It made her become depressed. This little brat has been becoming more and more annoying lately. He clearly knew that she didnt want to be alone with Baili Yu right now, yet he still ran off on his own.

Haa She didnt know how many times she had sighed today. She didnt turn around since she knew Baili Yu was behind her. Just as she was trying to think of where to start, that languid voice drifted over lightly. Wife, Im here to take you home.

She turned around and saw that he had his usual warm smile on his face.

If she hadnt transmigrated into Li Xueyis body and was an ordinary woman, Baili Yu probably wouldnt even glance at her!

What are you thinking about? Baili Yu reached out and gently stroked her cheek. His smile had faded and his face filled with heartache and self-blame. Doudou, Im sorry.

She abruptly looked up. Doudou?

You dont like it when I call you this way? asked Baili Yu with a slight pout. Before Tang Doudou could even react, he reached out and pulled her tightly into his arms. Tang Doudou was pressed against his chest and could feel the forceful thump of his heartbeats. Her unease instantly faded.

Doudou, I know you blame me for not telling you anything.

Its just that I dont know where to start. These matters are so complicated that even I often feel lost. I often end up questioning myself and wondering whether these choices are right or wrong.

Baili Yu spoke softly into her ear. There was no longer any hint of a smile, just intense helplessness. Ever since I was a child, Master had told me that I couldnt live for myself since any mistake I made could hurt people important to me. Hence, I learned since childhood to be cautious. Even when walking, I would think about the safest location to set my foot

Tang Doudou felt like crying a little. She hadnt expect for Baili Yu to suddenly start talking about this. However, she understood from these words that this seeming strong man was actually very sensitive and had noticed all her silent grievances and sufferings.

That was why he was revealing to her these things that he had never spoken to anyone about.

As I slowly grew up, I learned a lot and obtained a lot. Gradually, I no longer had to be careful about every little thing. I learned to use all sorts of schemes to protect the people behind me

Even if I never understood why I was entrusted with the responsibility of their lives, it had already become habit for me to protect. Whenever something endangered them, I would eradicate the threat without mercy.

My blood is cold, but after you appeared it turned warm. He suddenly lowered his head and looked into her eyes to see her heart. Lifting her hand, he placed it gently over the place where his heart pounded.

Doudou, do you know? Whenever Im with you, I would forget about those responsibilities and about the need to be cautious. When youre here, I would feel very at ease. This place would feel very warm and comfortable.

For countless nights, Ive asked myself what exactly this feeling was.

I think, its probably love.

I love you, Tang Doudou. Baili Yu hugged her tightly as if he wanted to embed her into his life. Tang Doudou could feel his violently pounding heart. The heartbeat you hear right now belongs to you alone. If you can bear to leave, then just take it with you.

His voice was hoarse with emotion.

Tang Doudou never seen Baili Yu so vulnerable and was for a moment flustered. Her heart squeezed with pain. She opened her mouth but didnt know what to say.

So he was actually this sensitive. These thoughts had just emerged in her heart, yet he had already noticed them.

Doudou, could you bear to? asked Baili Yu as he gently cupped her face.

His tone was sincere. As he asked her this, it also sounded as if he was asking himself this.

Tang Doudou pressed her lips together, then shook her head. I cant.

Just seeing him sad like this made her heart want to break, so how could she bear to take away his heart?

In any case, it wasnt like she really wanted to leave!

When she faced this man, it always felt like she was about to bite down on a hedgehog. There was no way to win.

Doudou He called softly.

She glanced up at him. When she saw that his eyes seemed to want to swallow her whole, she immediately turned her head away and made an angry face. Just because I cant bear to leave doesnt mean that Im not angry.

The perfect atmosphere was destroyed just like this.

Baili Yu flicked the tip of her nose, then pulled her into his arms again and said with a soft sigh, What should I do with you?

Tang Doudou pouted. She should be the one saying that.

Despite that, she still stayed in his arms and greedily took in that comforting scent. She slowly closed her eyes. Staying together quietly like this was already pretty good.

On a distant roof, Jun Xin looked away with calm expression. The moist night wind was a little chilly. Baili Yu was very lucky. He didnt even have the chance to hug her.

He laughed softly. Standing up, he glanced over at the black-clothed person not far from him.

From the looks of it, there was still a person even more pitiful than him. That person didnt even dare to show his face.

Hey. Is it fun to peep on people flirting? With a flash, he reached that persons side.

The black-clothed persons vigilance was very high. Before Jun Xin even finished speaking, the person had already disappeared from sight.

Jun Xin looked back and folded his arms. Let me guess who you are. En. Theres a scent on you that Im very familiar with.

I wont hurt her. The black-clothed man simply swept a brief glance towards him before gliding away like a black owl.

Jun Xin didnt chase after him and just looked down, lost in thought. In reality, he hadnt been able to guess who that person was just based on that familiar feeling. However, after that person spoke, he became pretty certain of the persons identity.

What confused him was, if it really was him, why would he be willing to appear at Tang Doudous side as a black-clothed man?

Could it be that he had some other motive?

The day was finally over. Tang Doudou and Baili Yu held hands as they walked back to Propitious Clouds Inn, bathed in the warm light of the setting sun.

However, before they even stepped inside, they heard earth-shattering wailing from inside.

There was no one aside from Nangong Yan that would cry so heartbreakingly at Propitious Clouds Inn.

Tang Doudou and Baili Yu shared a look, then walked in together.

They didnt see Nangong Yan when they walked in. The wailing sounded like it was coming from upstairs.

Shouldnt you go take a look? Shes your little junior sister, your masters precious darling ah. Tang Doudou squeezed the large hand wrapped around hers and raised her brows.

How could Baili Yu possibly dare to say yes when he heard her taunting tone?

He curved his eyes and smiled as he replied, Kids tend to like crying and making a fuss. Shell be fine after crying awhile, theres no need to mind it.

Pfff!

Tang Doudou couldnt help but burst out laughing. Wasnt this remark a little too mean! It was practically on par with Jun Xins scheme.

Had Nangong Yan heard, she probably would have been angered to the point she got internal injuries.

She wholeheartedly wanted to be Baili Yus sweet and charming wife, yet the person she was interested in treated her as a little kid. Just thinking about it, she seemed quite pitiful.

And of course, the person involved wasnt sensitive enough to think of this and simply pulled her along past Nangong Yans door as if he didnt hear a thing. He brought her to the third room on the hallway, pushed open the door, then led her in. You must be tired out from today. Have a good rest. My room is right next door. If theres anything, just knock on the wall and Ill immediately come over.

Tang Doudou looked around the room. For some reason it seemed familiar.

Why does this seem like the room from Plum Garden? Right after she asked, she realized that he had set this room up according to the layout in that room.

But, why did he do that? She looked towards Baili Yu, a little confused.

I heard Jun Xin mention that you tend to be sensitive about where you sleep and that you wouldnt be able to sleep well in a unfamiliar location. I was worried youd have trouble sleeping in Cloud City so I made a room exactly like the one in Plum Garden right after I got here. I had been waiting for you to come this entire time. I just never thought that at that time, you were

Baili Yu cursed silently when Tang Doudou looked towards him with suspicion. Why did he blurt that out? This was something Jun Xin had discovered in the past when he was following Tang Doudou in secret. Afterward, Jun Xin came and complained to him about this and he had noted it down.

Initially, he had just wanted to explain why the room was arranged like that, yet he ended up bringing up Jun Xin.

Baili Yu took advantage of the fact that Tang Doudou still hadnt quite pinpointed the problem and hurriedly changed the topic to cover up this matter. You havent eaten anything for the whole day, so you must be hungry right? Ill instruct them to bring some food for you right away. After eating you should have a good rest. Dont overthink things.

After saying that, he walked out, completely unperturbed. It was just, on his way out he stumbled at the doorstep and his figure went askew for a moment.

What was that? Tang Doudou was befuddled. She had no idea why Baili Yu was so nervous.

However, she turned to look at the familiar arrangement in the room and was almost moved to tears. It has really been a very very long time since she had been able to get a good nights sleep!

Tang Doudou tiptoed to the door and stuck her head out to check if there was anyone around before gently closing the door.

Then she rushed towards the bed and jumped on before rolling back and forth happily. Wah, this was really wonderful! This quilt was actually the one from Plum Garden!

This was truly too touching!

Tang Doudou rolled back and forth for quite a while. Then she seemed to hear faint shouting from outside.

That sounded like Nangong Yans voice.

Is she making a ruckus to get Baili Yus attention? When Tang Doudou heard that Nangong Yans voice was very agitated, she got off the bed and went to the door.

The distance between the rooms wasnt very far apart. Based on where the sound came from, Nangong Yan was probably making a scene in front of Baili Yus room.

Senior Brother, you cant treat me like this! Im Yanerah! A mix of sobbing and knocking sounds could be heard. It seemed that Nangong Yan had been angered terribly this time. Those mournful wails truly caused listeners to shed tears out of sympathetic heartache.Yanerwill behave from now on, so please open the door and let Yanerin!

What was it that couldnt be said in the doorway for her to insist on going into the persons room to talk?

Tang Doudou rolled her eyes and then opened the door slightly. She wanted to see what exactly Nangong Yan was planning.

However, as soon as she looked over there, she suddenly felt that something was off. She hurriedly turned her head towards the side and saw a figure standing outside the room next to hers. If that wasnt Baili Yu, then who else could it be?

What was he doing here?

She suddenly recalled what he said earlier, that his room was just next door

Afterward, Tang Doudou looked again at the door that Nangong Yan was desperately pounding on and silently shedded a few bitter tears for her. She could have fallen in love with anyone, yet she just had to fall in love with a two-faced, cold, and detached man like Baili Yu.

Of course, those three attributes didnt exist in front of her (TDD).

It was always so. The arrogance and coldness of a male idol was different depending on the person he was dealing with. He could be warm and caring too, but just not towards you, thats all.

Tang Doudou sighed and then closed the door.

It wasnt that she didnt want to watch further, but rather that there wasnt anything interesting to look at. Baili Yu already went into his room. Thus, even if Nangong Yan knocked down the door over there, she wouldnt be able to get any responses from him.

After quite a while Tang Doudou wasnt sure whether Nangong Yan had become tired from knocking or if she had fainted from anger but the noise that she was making earlier gradually faded.

A maid brought some food over for Tang Doudou. After Tang Doudou finished eating, she went to bed.

In fact, today wasnt very tiring. It was just that getting poisoned wore her out mentally and made her feel very tired.

At that time, there had been a feeling of something wanting to burst out. What exactly was that?

Why would she have that sort of strange sensation?

What exactly did Yuner do to her? Why did that blood suddenly burst out like that?

She rubbed the spot where the blood had appeared from. It didnt hurt, so she pulled her clothes down to have a closer look. She saw that there werent any scars on her shoulder; the only thing there was the fiery red fox-shaped birthmark.

What exactly was going on?

Tang Doudous head started to feel heavier the more she thought about it. Her eyelids started drooping and slowly closed completely. A while later, the sound of her even breathing could be heard.

Outside, the sky was gradually darkening. A black figure appeared outside her window. There was a soft creak, then Jun Xin jumped into her room.

He walked quietly towards the sleeping Tang Doudou.

He saw that she wasnt covered by the quilt and was sleeping soundly sprawled out on the bed just like that, so he picked up the quilt from the side and covered her with it, pulling it up to her waist.

A trace of a smile appeared on his face and he was about to reach out and touch her little sleeping face when his facial expression suddenly changed. He turned around abruptly to look toward the doorway.

Jun Xin didnt know how long Baili Yu had been there but he was leaning against the doorway with an unreadable smile.

Jun Xin withdrew his hand embarrassedly. I was just helping to put the quilt over her.

The weather is so hot now, shell sweat if you cover her with the quilt, said Baili Yu, smiling.

I forgot.

Just dont forget in the future.

Jun Xin was quite shocked by these words. His eyes flickered as he looked at Baili Yu, but in the end he wasnt able to discern whether Baili Yus words were genuine or not. He swept his gaze over the sleeping Tang Doudou and said, This will be the last time.

Even if this wasnt, there wouldnt be many more chances in the future, because Tang Doudou and Baili Yu were getting married soon. From then on, Baili Yu would be there to help cover her with the quilt.

He would no longer be able to sneak over in the middle of the night to see her and end up being captivated until dawn again.

Baili Yu didnt say a word. It was unknown if he believed Jun Xins words. Jun Xin didnt speak either. This continued until the small hours, then the two of them silently returned to their respective rooms to rest.

She understood the logic now, but how did that stinkin little brat know that she was sensitive about where she slept? She had never told anyone about that before!

Tang Doudou got up early the next morning and heard from the maid waiting on her that Nangong Yan had already left.

She suddenly felt that today was an unbelievably beautiful new day, even the air she breathed was clear and fresh!

Wheres your Master?

He hasnt woken up yet. If Lady Doudou has something to say, then you can just tell me. The maids name was Qing Yu and her personality was quite cheerful.

Its nothing, Im just casually asking.

Baili Yu seemed to be needing more and more sleep recently. Sometime soon, she had to find Cang Baicao and ask him exactly how she was supposed to cure thatHoarfrost Poison.

Lady Doudou, are you still planning to have your breakfast inside the room? asked Qing Yu after Tang Doudou finished washing up.

Ill just eat inside the room. Tang Doudou was puzzled by Qing Yus question. There were no tables in the inns hall. If she didnt eat inside her room, then could it be that she should go outside and crouch at the doorway to eat?

Just as she was thinking this, someone pushed open the door roughly.

Before she could complain out loud about the rude and uneducated person, Jun Xins annoying voice appeared. Hey, stinkin woman, lets go downstairs and have breakfast together!

There are no tables downstairs, are you inviting me to crouch with you at the doorway and eat? Tang Doudou sat in front of the dressing mirror. Qing Yu helped pull her hair into a small bun and secured it with a light blue jade hairpin.

Lady Doudou, please have a look. Do you like it like this?

Jun Xin gave a tch and said, No matter how you do it the result would be the same: ugly.

You came here so early in the morning just to mock me?

Tch. How could this young master have that much free time? Im here to tell you that Cloud City has already made an announcement asking the participants of the matchmaking competition to leave immediately. The time limit is three days. If they dont leave by then, they can only remain in Cloud City forever and might never be able to exit Cloud City again. Since Tang Doudou was going to take a long time to get ready, Jun Xin invited himself inside and sat down at the side of the table not too far away from her.

Although she already knew that there would be such a day, but wasnt this way too soon?

Moreover, they havent found the people that instigated those assassins. How would they be able to continue investigating if they allowed the people involved to leave?

Su Yi has returned? Something like making an announcement wasnt something that Murong Yu and the rest could decide on their own, because the announcement would only be valid after being stamped with Su Yis seal.

Jun Xin shrugged. How would I know anything regarding the great City Lord Sus matters?

Come on, spit it out! He was always running around, so if he didnt know that then no one else would know.

I really dont know. Jun Xin yawned, then revealed a mischievous smile. Lets stop talking about these irritating matters. I dont even know when well be able to meet again after I leave this time, so do me a favor and eat breakfast with me, alright?

Tang Doudou was slightly depressed now. Just go eat by yourself.

Due to what Jun Xin had just said, she didnt have much of an appetite anymore.

No, I can only eat more when Im looking at you. Seeing that she had no intention to go, Jun Xin simply had Qing Yu move aside, casually picked up a few flower hairpins, inserted them into her hair, then dragged her towards the door.

Da fudge! What kind of reasoning was that?

Where could she find a second person as weird as him? She had to go even if she didnt feel like eating. When she thought to this point, she stood up and said with an utterly helpless tone, Stop dragging, I can walk by myself.

This could be considered as Tang Doudou agreeing so Jun Xin turned around and said, Lets go.

Tang Doudou gave Qing Yu some instructions, then went downstairs with him.

She didnt expect that the sun was already high in the sky outside; it looked as if it was almost noon. Jun Xin, this stinkin brat, clearly came to find her to eat lunch, what breakfast ah!

Seeing that the inn had resumed its business downstairs, she couldnt help but ask, Are you guys leaving too?

If we dont leave then could it be that were supposed to stay here and accompany you forever?

Oh That was right. The announcement stated that those who didnt leave within three days would remain in Cloud City forever.

Hey, if you guys leave, wont I die from boredom? Tang Doudou sighed, seeming quite depressed. She also wanted to leave ah.

There was nothing here at Cloud City that she was reluctant to part with, except perhaps a little in regards to Su Yi. Yet, Su Yi wanted to let her become some City Lord? Just the thought of it was laughable.

But would Xiao Bai leave this time?

There was no one in charge of the Alliance Head Residence yet. Could it be that she had to appoint someone else as the Alliance Head as well once she became City Lord?

In fact, she was completely overthinking things. Su Yi had sent someone to pick her up once she finished eating.

After she got back, Su Yi just said three sentences to her.

You should just leave together with Baili Yu.

Be a good Alliance Head.

If theres nothing serious, then dont come back.

Tang Doudou instantly went Sparta. Dont tell her that this trip to Cloud City was all in vain? Not a fart had changed and he was already chasing her out again?

Hadnt they already agreed that she would inherit the position as the City Lord?

Didnt he promise that he would help her find a fianc?

And now he was kicking her back to act as a lousy martial arts Alliance Head? She felt unbearable distress. If she didnt have to inherit the City Lords position anymore, then letting her play around leisurely for a while was also not bad ah!

If she was the martial arts Alliance Head, she had to play cat and mouse again with that annoying Elder Yu. She couldnt tell if Su Yi wanted to train her or what. And that Elder Yu had been bouncing around for so long, yet Su Yi didnt lend a hand to deal with him.

Without waiting for her to ask more, Su Yi hurriedly ran away again. It seemed that something had happened, so all of this was being postponed.

When she returned to the inn, Baili Yu and the rest had already finished packing their belongings. By the look of things, they wouldnt need the three days to get ready and leave.

Jun Xin was sitting on top of the roof as always. She couldnt understand why he was so fond of rooftops. When Jun Xin saw Tang Doudou return, he revealed a shocked expression that was soon replaced by pleasant surprise as he jumped down. You, did Su Yi let you come to send us off or let you leave together with us?

After saying that, he looked nervously at Tang Doudou.

Hey, I feel like well definitely run into a lot of trouble if you come with us

Stinkin brat, how could you say that? Tang Doudou was depressed. With how he spoke, it would serve him right to end up single his entire life.

Jun Xin laughed hehe and said, Im just joking, what did Su Yi actually say?

After asking that, he looked towards her with an unperturbed expression, keeping his extreme nervousness hidden.

What else would he say? He just kicked me back to the Alliance Head Residence.

Ha, thats not surprising at all ah. Jun Xin stroked his chin in a profound manner. He feels safe leaving you with us just like that?

Its not like Im a kid, whats there to worry about? Tang Doudou pushed aside Jun Xin who was standing in front of her and looked at the crowd of people that were currently working on packing up. Eh, how come Bai Lianhuas here too?

Her? She said that she came to help, and since its on the way, shell head back to Huai City with us.

Wheres Xi Qiuyue? Didnt she arrive together with the Sangfroid Prince? How come she wants to leave with us now? It wasnt that she didnt want Bai Lianhua to come with them, but it just felt weird somehow.

Jun Xin looked down to glance at Tang Doudou. Then he smiled with schadenfreude and said, The reason is so simple, dont tell me that you cant tell?

Tell what? Tang Doudou really couldnt think of anything at this moment. After all, it was just yesterday that they were drinking happily together. They had even made plans to meet up again once they had time. Was it possible that Bai Lianhua had some ulterior motive again?

But there was no shared interest between the two of them, so there should be nothing that would cause a conflict between them, right?

Jun Xin smirked. While a tiger leaves from the front door, a wolf comes in at the back.Now that Ive already put it this way, you should get it, right?

(qin mn q h, hu mn jn lng) means to fend off one danger only to fall a prey to another or after driving out one enemy, another came in again. This idiom is a variant of (qin mn j h, hu mn jn lng), lit. meaning to beat a tiger from the front door, only to have a wolf come in at the back, which implies facing one problem after another.

Hell, youre saying that Bai Lianhuas also thinking of that? Tang Doudou immediately realized what Jun Xin meant.

Jun Xin looked at Tang Doudou with a rather sympathetic she was beyond redemption expression. Then he folded his arms and walked into the inn.

Tang Doudou stood in the same spot for a while. She sighed as she watched Bai Lianhua, then sighed again. She could harden her heart to deal with Nangong Yan, but Bai Lianhua wasnt really a bad person.

Bai Lianhua was only in love with Baili Yu. She couldnt add her to the list of must fight opponents just because of that, right?

Moreover, Bai Lianhua hadnt shown any sign of wanting to snatch her man away, so what was she supposed to do ah?!

At this time, Bai Lianhua noticed her and was pleasantly surprised. She ran over and grabbed Tang Doudous hand like they were a pair of good sisters and asked, Alliance Head Li, are you also leaving together with us?

Uh Bai Lianhua was so enthusiastic that Tang Doudou couldnt quite take it. Thats right ah!

Even if she couldnt, she had to. From how sincere Bai Lianhua seemed, she probably didnt have much ulterior motives. After all, in the modern era, a man like Baili Yu would be considered a highly eligible bachelor, a wealthy husband that most females would long to catch.Luckily she was in the ancient era now. If this had been the modern era, she probably wouldve already been trampled to death by Baili Yus admirers.

Tang Doudou retrieved her trail of thoughts and asked Bai Lianhua with a puzzled tone, How come Sangfroid Prince didnt come together with you?

He received an imperial edict yesterday and headed back right away, thats why I had no choice but to come here and ask Alliance Head Lis group to take me in! Bai Lianhua had really changed quite a lot compared to before. Her way of speaking and her mannerism were much more natural and unrestrained now.

Compared to that delicate manner of an indulged young lady she used to affect, her current personality was much more pleasing to the eye. And now that she thought about it, Bai Lianhuas actions were understandable. It would take at least half a month to get back to Huai City from Cloud City, and it really wasnt very safe for a young girl to travel all by herself.

Moreover, she was also Xiao Bais cousin. When Tang Doudou thought up to here, that last trace of hesitation in her heart vanished like smoke. What while a tiger leaves from the front door, a wolf comes in at the back ah? That brat Jun Xin mustve been teasing her again.

So, its like that. Then, thats perfect, I was just worrying about having no one to talk with. Tang Doudou smiled, then said she was heading in to look for Baili Yu and asked if she wanted to join.

Bai Lianhua shook her head with a smile. I still have some things to pack up, so I wont go with you.

Alright, then be careful. If you cant handle it, just ask a servant for help! Tang Doudou waved towards Bai Lianhua and then walked into the inn.

As Bai Lianhua watched her leave, the smile on her face disappeared. A trace ofresentmentflashed through her eyes, but in the blink of an eye, she put on that set natural smile again and walked up to help those maids with the packing.

On the second floor, Qing Yu was standing in front of Baili Yus room. When she saw Tang Doudou approaching, she saluted and said, Lady Doudou, Master isnt awake yet.

Hes still not awake? Tang Doudou was surprised and she peeked inside. Can I go in and take a look?

Baili Yu was currently poisoned with a very strong poison, so he could die from the slightest mishap

Tang Doudou abruptly made a pei sound. What nonsense was she thinking?!

But, she was really worried

Qing Yu smiled. Master has said before that Lady Doudou can go in at any time.

Then what was she still waiting for? She immediately pushed the door open and went inside.

After walking in, she slowed down and walked quietly over to the bed while calling softly, Big evil spirit?

When no one had answered her, she became even more worried and quickened her steps until she arrived in front of the bed. She only breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that Baili Yu was breathing evenly as he slept on the bed.

Wasnt he doing fine? Then how come he still wasnt waking up after sleeping for so long?

Tang Doudou scratched her head. In addition, martial arts practitioners had very high levels of alertness. Why hadnt Baili Yu reacted even though she had already gotten so close?

Suddenly, she recalled the past incidents when his poison had flared up

She hurriedly reached out to touch Baili Yus face. His skin was nice and smooth, and felt lukewarm to the touch. It seemed fine ah!

Tang Doudou became completely stumped.

She didnt notice it at all when a certain bad guy whose eyes were still half closed moved to lightly kiss her hand.

Ah! That soft sensation surprised Tang Doudou and she hastily withdrew her hand, but Baili Yu caught her.

Wife The low voice hazy with sleepiness seemed to tease her heart like a feather.

Tang Doudou immediately became flustered. You were pretending to sleep?

I was really asleep before Wife came in. It seemed as if Baili Yu still couldnt quite open his eyes. His eyes were half-closed in a languid way as he grasped Tang Doudous hand and gently pulled her into his embrace. But, after Wife walked in, I didnt dare to sleep any longer.

All right, it was her fault. If she had known earlier, she wouldnt have come in and disturbed him.

Wife, are you worrying about this husband? Baili Yu rubbed his pointy chin against the top of her head and the hand wrapped around her started getting restless.

Why are you being like this? Tang Doudou rubbed her chin. She felt like Jun Xin was becoming weirder and weirder ah.

Tang Doudous expression immediately darkened and she caught that hand tightly. She decided that she had to quickly change the topic, otherwise, hell definitely end up leading her down the wrong path. Have you heard about Cloud Citys announcement?

En, Jun Xin came by in the morning and told me. Since Tang Doudou wasnt allowing him to move, he started behaving himself. He propped up his head with one hand and looked at Tang Doudou who was wrapped in his other arm. Su Yis allowing Wife to leave with me then?

Not even Jun Xin knew about this, so how did he find out?

When Baili Yu saw that she seemed puzzled, he reached out and flicked the tip of her little nose with a gentle smile and said, If he didnt let you go with me, then how are we supposed to get married?

Get married? Tang Doudous eyes widened. Su Yi didnt say anything about that to me ah!

He didnt mention it? Baili Yu narrowed his eyes and seemed a bit angry.

Tang Doudou rubbed her nose. She could still feel the warmth from his hand on it and she said, feeling slightly shy, Lets return to Huai City first and see. I really dont want to stay even a minute longer in this Cloud City!

Upon hearing that, joy appeared on Baili Yus face and he asked with a smile, You cant bear to stay in Cloud City anymore because this husband will no longer be in this city?

Tang Doudou really wanted to say, wishful thinking.

Cough cough.Yeah, you can say that

Wife, youre really naughty. Baili Yu softly pecked her forehead. Come, lets get up and leave this boring place.

Tang Doudou quickly pulled him to a stop.

Baili Yu looked back with a teasing smile. What? Wife hasnt had enough of sleeping with this husband?

Quit messing around! Tang Doudou glowered at him. Ask the servants to wait for me for a little while. Im going to look for Cang Baicao real quick. Ill be right back.

Why are you looking for him?

Of course its to ask about the Hoarfrost Poison in your body ah! After saying that, she climbed out of bed and ran out. She didnt even give Baili Yu any chance to stop her.

His little woman was always so concerned about him, but was it possible to cure his poison anymore?

Baili Yu pulled his hand from under the quilt and unfolded the embroidered handkerchief he was holding. The bloodstains on it were so conspicuous. He heaved a long sigh. When he had wanted to die, death had eluded him for such a long time. Now that he didnt want to, death was just a step away.

Ye Chuan.

Master.

How much medicine do we have left?

Helplessness flashed across Ye Chuans face as he replied honestly, Not much.

Baili Yu closed his eyes. After being silent for quite a while, he asked again, How many months will they last?

Master!

En?

Ye Chuan sighed. Three, three months at most

Three months, that was enough.

You can withdraw. When everythings ready, well depart. Lets not return to Huai City yet. Head towards the west. Baili Yu got off the bed. Is Young Master Jun already in the inn?

This subordinate saw him leave with Lady Doudou a moment ago.

Baili Yus eyes darkened a little. Are Feng Long and Yun Hai back yet?

Feng Longs already waiting outside Cloud City, but Yun Hai seemed to have run into trouble, theres still no news from him. Ye Chuan reported.

Blood Fiend Jun Xin, Blade Demon Feng Long and Godspeed Yun Hai were Baili Yus strongest subordinates. However, aside from Jun Xin, who was often by his side, the others were rarely seen.

The fact that he had summoned all of them to his side meant that something big was definitely about to happen.

Meanwhile, Tang Doudou went to find Cang Baicao but ended up finding out from Bai Feiyun that Cang Baicao had left Cloud City by himself yesterday. It was unknown where he went.

Tang Doudous heart sank and she blamed herself for only remembering about the poison now and not coming sooner. And, Cang Baicao just had to have coincidentally left Cloud City right now.

Xiao Bai, he didnt even tell you where he was going?

Bai Feiyun explained patiently, Senior Cang already mentioned that he wanted to go out and see the world last time while we were helping treat your injury. However, City Lord didnt approve of it. Thats why Senior Cang took advantage of the fact that the City Lord left Cloud City yesterday and ran away. The reason why I know he left was because when I went to deliver food to him, I found a brief note that he left underneath a book.

Jesus ah, then what now?

What if Cang Baicao ended up vanishing without a trace? Then, what would happen to Baili Yu?

The more Tang Doudou thought, the more irascible she became. Suddenly, her eyes landed on Bai Feiyun. Ahem. Xiao Bai ah!

Just say it, what do you need help with? Bai Feiyun knew what she was thinking the moment her eyes whirled. This was what you call tacit understanding ah! That little brat Jun Xin couldnt compare at all!

However, she recalled what Jun Xin had said and hesitated for a while. In the end, she made up her mind and asked, Xiao Bai, do you know about the Hoarfrost Poison?