Yunyi wiped the sweat from her forehead and said: “I came outside the city with my family to enjoy the spring scenery. Because I was captivated by the beautiful scenery on both sides, I got separated from my family. Now I’m very thirsty, so I wanted to come in and ask for a bowl of water to drink. Is that possible?”

“Of course, please come in.” Ajin welcomed Yunyi into the house. An old woman came out from inside, asking: “Ajin, who’s here?”

“Mother, it’s a young lady who got separated from her family. She’s come to our house to ask for a bowl of water.” As he said this, Ajin continued: “Miss, please sit for a moment. I’ll go get you some water. Oh, are you hungry? We still have some steamed buns at home.”

“Thank you very much, young sir.” After Ajin went into the kitchen, the old woman felt her way to sit down and asked warmly: “Miss, what’s your name? Where do you live? Ajin goes to the city every few days and is quite familiar with the city roads. How about I have Ajin escort you back later?”

“Thank you for your kindness, but I know the way.” As she spoke, Yunyi waved her hand in front of the old woman’s eyes. Seeing no reaction, she probed: “Your eyes…”

The old woman smiled: “I went blind several years ago. At first I could still see a little light, but now I can’t see anything at all. Fortunately, I’ve lived here for over twenty years, so I know exactly where everything is placed. I won’t trip or fall.”

“Auntie, are there just the two of you living here?” Yunyi chatted with the old woman while quietly and carefully getting up to walk toward the inner room. The old woman couldn’t see this and thought Yunyi was still sitting in the chair opposite her, saying: “Originally there was also Ajin’s father, but recently the court issued a conscription order. His father was conscripted to fight against that… what was it… Goguryeo. I don’t know if he can come back. Sigh, there’s fighting every few days – I don’t know when it will end.” The old woman shook her head for a long while, then asked: “Miss, has anyone from your family been conscripted?”

“My father just turned fifty, so he was fortunate to avoid this matter.” At this moment, Yunyi had already lifted the curtain and was staring with cold indifference at Feng Li, who was half-lying on the bed, visible in the light streaming through the window from outside!

Finally… she had found him!

The latter had originally been resting with his eyes closed, but sensing something, he opened his eyes. When he saw Yunyi standing by the door, his face immediately changed drastically. He struggled to prop himself up, staring at Yunyi as if facing a great enemy, his heart filled with panic and unease!

She… how did she relentlessly track him down to this place? Although the Third Young Master had hired a physician to treat him, his previous injuries had been too severe. Now he had only improved slightly and barely had the strength to sit up, making it impossible for him to be a match for this woman. As for Ajin, although he had some strength, he didn’t know martial arts and couldn’t possibly stop this female assassin!

What should he do? How should he handle this? Feng Li thought desperately, but sadly realized that unless Li Xuanba arrived, he had no chance of survival.

“Miss, what are you doing here?” Ajin’s words interrupted their staring contest. Yunyi lifted the curtain she was holding: “I was just looking at the beautiful pattern on this curtain and walked closer to see it. I didn’t expect there was someone else in your room – I hope I’m not disturbing.”

Ajin smiled honestly: “We have more of this fabric at home. If you like it, Miss, I’ll get you some to take with you later.” As he spoke, he offered what he was holding: “Miss, please quickly drink some water and eat something.”

“Thank you, young sir.” Yunyi returned to her chair and sat down, taking a sip of water before asking: “Who is that person in the room? Earlier, Auntie said there were only the two of you living here.”

Ajin casually replied: “His name is Feng Li. I rescued him from the riverside. He was severely injured – I didn’t know if he could be saved at the time. Fortunately, he had a strong constitution and pulled through.”

“Ajin… Ajin…” Feng Li’s weak voice came from the room. Ajin said: “Miss, please eat slowly. I’ll go inside to check on him.”

Ajin lifted the curtain and walked to Feng Li’s bedside, asking with concern: “Brother Feng, what’s wrong? Are you hungry or feeling unwell somewhere?”

Feng Li shook his head and gestured for Ajin to lean in closer. Just as he was about to speak, that figure whom Feng Li avoided like a venomous snake had already walked in: “What matter can’t be heard by others that requires such secretive whispering?”

“What exactly do you want?” Feng Li’s pupils contracted slightly, and his hand gripping Ajin’s arm tightened suddenly.

Yunyi curved her lips slightly and said coldly: “What I want – doesn’t Guard Feng know very well? I truly didn’t expect that you could survive in that situation. What incredible luck!”

Ajin looked around in confusion: “Miss, you… know Brother Feng?”

Yunyi smiled ambiguously: “More than just know him – we’re quite familiar with each other. Isn’t that right, Guard Feng?”

Feng Li ignored her and said to Ajin: “Quick, take your mother and leave, quickly!”

“Why should we leave when everything is fine?” Ajin’s dullness made Feng Li extremely anxious: “Don’t you understand? She’s the one who wants to kill me. She’s come now to silence witnesses. If you don’t leave, both you and Auntie Fang will die!”

“Bang!” A tea bowl fell heavily to the ground, shattering into pieces. Auntie Fang stood there with a face full of terror. She had originally wanted to bring tea to Yunyi, but never expected to hear such a conversation. That young lady with the gentle, pleasant voice actually… actually wanted to kill them?!

“Leave quickly!” Feng Li’s shout brought Ajin back to his senses. He hurriedly supported Auntie Fang to leave, but before they could exit the inner room, a bone-chillingly cold voice reached their ears, making them dare not take another step: “Take one more step forward, and I’ll kill you immediately!”

Auntie Fang cried out in panic: “We don’t know anything, you… don’t kill us!”

Feng Li struggled to prop himself up, gritting his teeth: “Even if you kill us today, you won’t be able to escape. The Third Young Master already knows about your affairs – he won’t let you go!”

Yunyi gripped her dagger and slowly walked toward Feng Li: “Since I could find you, I naturally know about Li Xuanba’s situation.”

Feng Li caught sight of a trace of blood that hadn’t been completely wiped from the dagger’s tip and cried out in horror: “You… what did you do to the Third Young Master?” Without waiting for Yunyi’s response, he continued: “You killed the Third Young Master?”

Yunyi said expressionlessly: “If you had died early on, Li Xuanba wouldn’t be dead now. Feng Li, you’re the one who caused his death!”

Feng Li’s whole body trembled as he used all his strength to lunge at Yunyi: “You wretch, I’ll kill you!” But his injuries hadn’t healed, and his hands hadn’t even touched Yunyi before he fell to the ground. The intense pain from his wounds made it impossible for him to get up, and he said through gritted teeth: “Wu Meixue, even if you kill me and the Third Young Master, it’s useless. There’s still the First Young Master – he won’t let you go.”

“I know, but unfortunately he’s currently in Hedong. It will take at least a month for him to return. That time is enough for me to handle everything.” With that, Yunyi crouched down, her eyes gleaming coldly: “We’ve finished reminiscing. Now you can die!”