After conquering seven male favorites, the vicious heroine wants to run away

Chapter 232 Awakening with One's Life
After this incident, the people in the villages of northern Xinjiang have become much more peaceful, and the rescue work is going more smoothly than before.

The bodies were successfully cremated, and lime powder was scattered throughout the village, filling the air with the smell of ashes.

After everything was taken care of, Shi Nuanyu moved a small stone to sit down and rest against the broken tree trunk.

The nights in northern Xinjiang are colder, with a cool breeze bringing a chill.

Shi Nuanyu hugged herself, trying to drive away the chill. Disasters are merciless, and the world is even more merciless.

In the original book, the northern frontier became a battleground for several forces, resulting in countless deaths and injuries among the local people.

And today she even brought a knife...

Tao Huiyan picked up a fluffy cloak and draped it over her to ward off the unseen fear.

“Your Highness is not wrong,” he said, kneeling firmly on one knee before her. “If Your Highness does not deter the Northern Frontier today, they will surely become unruly in the future.”

He held her hand and continued to comfort her, "He has bewitched the people. Your Highness's decision not to kill him is out of compassion. Deterrence is the way of a ruler. Your Highness did the right thing."

Shi Nuanyu hesitated for a moment, then finally sighed.

"I'm afraid that one day I'll be driven by power and harm ordinary people who have no power to even kill a chicken."

You can take action against enemies and against wicked people, but you cannot take action against ordinary people.

Tao Huiyan's eyes softened with a gentle smile as she breathed on her hand.

"Even if that day ever comes, I, Tao, will risk my life to bring Your Highness back to your senses."

Warm breath flowed into my hands, and my slender hand was firmly enveloped by a large hand.

Shi Nuanyu's defenses crumbled, and she stared blankly at the man who was as charming as a peach blossom.

"Thank you."

These were the most touching words she had ever heard.

“There’s no need for thanks between us,” Tao Huiyan said with a faint smile. “Your Highness, would you allow me to take advantage of you this once? Of all the women in the world, you are enough for me.”

Seeing her so affectionate with them, while he stood alone and forlorn, he couldn't wait any longer.

Shi Nuanyu mustered her courage and reached out to stroke his handsome face. "Have you thought it through?"

Beside her...

Tao Huiyan stared at her intently, then rubbed her palm against her hand. "I hope Your Highness will not confine me to the inner palace in the future."

Shi Nuanyu chuckled, "Do you think I'm the kind of domineering person?"

She owes them a debt of affection, so let her be selfish this once.

"Whether it's domineering or not, I don't know, but I hope Your Highness can accept this dowry with peace of mind."

Perhaps it was from the moment she saved him that their fates became inextricably linked. Their love was like the ocean, irretrievable and irreversible. He only wished that she would have him in her heart.

Tao Huiyan stared intently, afraid of missing the expression on her face; his trembling lips betrayed his nervousness.

Such a sudden confession...

Her lips were softly pressed against his, and the scent of roses filled her nostrils. Tao Huiyan's pupils constricted, and the next second, fearing she might change her mind, he gripped her neck and deepened the kiss.

If she accepts his feelings, she will become a vengeful ghost and he will haunt her.

Shi Nuanyu, you can't escape now.

A warm and ambiguous atmosphere lingered, and the cold night gradually warmed up. Sparks flickered in the crackling fire on the ground, and in the distance, the resting villagers and a beautiful couple did not disturb each other.

A tender kiss followed, their foreheads touching as they smiled at each other, their eyes filled with enduring love.

Tao Huiyan sat back down and pulled her into his arms. "Your Highness, I'll be with you until the warm sun rises tomorrow. Sleep peacefully."

Today was probably the happiest and most fulfilling day of his life.

Shi Nuanyu nestled in his arms and fell into a deep sleep.

With Princess Nanyue's bold words serving as a deterrent, the disaster in the Northern Frontier was handled much more easily, and by this time, Nuanyu had also earned a reputation for cruelty in the Northern Frontier.

In the council hall of Gu Village, several people gathered with the Poison Witch and Hua Si'an to discuss the issue of reorganizing the northern frontier.

All the men except Yu Changfeng were present, making the scene rather...

Shi Nuanyu looked right at Qinghe and left at the other men. While A Ling and Wei Zengshi were fighting over who should sit to her left, Fusheng quietly sat down beside her.

Seeing this, Tao Huiyan and Shan Baiyu found seats and sat down on their own.

Shi Nuanyu cast a grateful glance at them and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Too many men aren't a good thing either. Ah Ling stood behind her, puffing out her cheeks, and followed suit with a haughty snort.

Having witnessed the grand spectacle, both the Poison Witch and Hua Si'an inwardly gave her a thumbs up. As expected of Princess Nan Yue, only she could accept such an outstanding young man.

Shi Nuanyu coughed twice to cover her embarrassment, then looked up at the sky and dryly uttered a few words.

"The sky is so blue."

Qinghe gently tapped her head, offering a soft and amused reminder.

"It's been raining all day, so Nuannuan doesn't need to worry about it."

He didn't take those troublemakers seriously.

Shi Nuanyu covered her head in dissatisfaction, "Qinghe, you've started making fun of people too."

They are unreasonable yet arrogant; they are also at fault in today's situation.

Seeing the thought in her eyes, Qinghe nodded gently in agreement.

"That's not boring either."

Poison Witch and Hua Si'an suppressed their laughter, and the group, along with the Crown Prince of Beilin, truly put on a good show.

After all, they were Princess Nanyue and the Imperial Preceptor, so they couldn't show it.

The Poison Witch spoke first, "Princess, Imperial Advisor, General Shan, the Northern Frontier has already fallen to Southern Moon, and Si'an and I also wish to return to peace."

Given their status, it's inappropriate for them to stay in the northern frontier; they might as well find a quiet place to live out their lives in peace.

Shi Nuanyu asked in surprise, "You two are so young and already want to retire?"

The northern border is neither small nor small, and it is indeed large. Relying solely on troops stationed in the southern border is like drinking poison to quench thirst.

The biggest problem is the language barrier; if the northern border is to be fully integrated into the southern border region, it must be educated.

Let the people of the northern border understand the laws of the Southern Moon, and let the people of the northern border preserve their unique customs.

The Poison Witch and Hua Si'an looked at each other, their love flowing between them.

"That's true."

Qinghe smiled calmly, picked up his teacup, and slowly sipped his tea.

"There's no need for the Poison Witch to rush things. It will be very difficult for the Northern Frontier to integrate into the Southern Moon, and they will need your help in the process."

Shi Nuanyu nodded, "We've discussed it. Northern Xinjiang will be renamed Northern Xinjiang Prefecture. Ethnic customs can be preserved, but the use of Gu poison to harm people is strictly prohibited."

Furthermore, you must accept the teachings of Nan Yue. You will be appointed as the governor of the Northern Frontier, General Shan will send troops to garrison it, and I will also send trusted confidants to assist you.

They had carefully considered this decision. If they were to expel the poison witch in order to subdue the Northern Frontier, wouldn't that be disheartening? Strengthening trust was a viable option.

Moreover, there are many villages in the northern border region, and without a respected leader to guide, educate, and reorganize them, the situation will be extremely difficult.

Tao Huiyan played with the folding fan, saying, "I'll hand over the business in the northern frontier to you, Tao."

The thought of personally building a business place made him tremble with excitement.

Shi Nuanyu looked at him with amusement, "Boss Tao will definitely get his share."

Doing business is like his life; he truly loves it.

Qinghe asked directly, "The Poison Witch, give me a straight answer."

He is not a kind person; the poison witch can only stay in the northern frontier.

The poison witch understood the meaning behind his words, pondered for a moment, and slowly knelt down.

"Pei Sha, the prefect of the Northern Frontier Prefecture, pays his respects to Princess Nanyue and the Imperial Preceptor."

At least he believed that Princess Nanyue would not harm him.

Shi Nuanyu was overjoyed. "Get up."

Another major matter was resolved, and the deaths of the two Zhong family generals were averted. The weight on my heart finally lifted.

She winked at Hua Si'an: "You chose a good man."

Hua Si'an blinked modestly: "Not as good as the princess."

To be honest, she was eager to see Princess Nanyue's plans backfire.

My darlings, I'm so sorry. I was dealing with some personal matters recently and didn't have a chance to use the computer, so I haven't been able to update for several days. I promise I'll catch up by the end of the month. Please forgive me, I won't abandon this project.

(Please forgive me, muah!)