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When Tao woke up, it was already broad daylight.

Sunlight streamed obliquely through the window, casting a warm dappled shadow on the floor.

What a beautiful day!

She blinked, still a little dazed, as memories of last night slowly flooded back.

Those two heartless, rotten brothers who ran a shady business, those three heinous killers, and that bloodstained dagger.

She didn't know if it was because of the murder she committed yesterday, but she didn't seem to sleep well last night.

He touched the side, but there was no one there. Where was that little brat, Ayan?

She instinctively looked to the side.

It turns out that Ayan had already gotten up.

The small figure sat upright at the table, dressed neatly, chin in hand, gazing at her.

Upon seeing her awake, his eyes immediately lit up, shining like two black grapes.

"Sister Tao'er, you're finally awake!"

Ayan jumped off the stool and ran to the bedside, his voice filled with undisguised joy.

Tao rubbed her still slightly dizzy head and smiled at him.

It was really too late last night.

After dealing with all the twists and turns of the matter, by the time she lay down, the night watchman outside had already struck the fourth watch.

My head still feels heavy, like it's filled with lead.

Ayan stood by the bed, his little hand shyly touching his belly, his face slightly flushed. "Sister Tao'er, Ayan is hungry..."

It looked both well-behaved and adorable, with a touch of pitifulness.

Tao'er's heart softened, and she quickly got out of bed, walked to his side, squatted down, and reached out to touch his head.

Ayan's hair was soft, with the warmth unique to children.

"I'm sorry, Ayan, it's all because Sister Tao'er slept too soundly last night and woke up late today."

Her voice was soft, tinged with a hint of guilt.

Ayan shook his head and said seriously, "Sister Tao'er, it's not your fault."

I just went downstairs to look for the shopkeeper and waiter, hoping they could prepare breakfast for us, but I couldn't find them.

but me……

"I can't cook, so I can only wait for you..."

As he spoke, a hint of annoyance appeared on his little face. "Sister Tao'er, where did the shopkeeper and the others go?"

It's all the innkeeper's and waiter's fault for not being there; otherwise, we wouldn't have needed to ask my sister to make breakfast.

But in his heart, he was thinking that when he got a little older, he should also learn to cook so that he could take care of Sister Tao'er in the future.

Where did the shopkeeper go?

Of course she knew.

Those two people had ulterior motives and wanted to murder for money, but she has already... dealt with them.

She would never tell Ayan these things.

In a child's eyes, the world should be filled with more clean and kind people.

It's best not to get tainted by his dark and filthy things.

"Ayan, I don't know either."

Tao'er remained calm and spoke gently.

"Maybe they went out to buy some things."

"It's alright, Sister Tao'er, go see what's in the kitchen. It's getting late, let's just make some simple breakfast."

"Yay, Sister Peach!"

"I'll go to the kitchen and help you out!"

Ayan immediately became happy, his eyes curving into two crescent moons.

"good!"

Tao'er smiled and nodded, then took his hand and walked towards the door.

I pushed open the door; the corridor was quiet.

As she passed the next room, Tao'er paused slightly.

A faint sound came from inside.

Is that the young nobleman awake?

When she rescued him last night, he was on the verge of death, severely poisoned, running a high fever, and unconscious.

The wound on his chest was so deep that the bone was visible, and his clothes were soaked with blood.

With injuries like that, an ordinary person probably wouldn't last an hour.

She hesitated for a moment last night, but still fed him some spiritual spring water and applied the medicine.

It's not that she's kind-hearted, but that she can't bear to stand by and watch someone die!

Moreover, even while unconscious, he was still concerned about the safety of those around him; such a person doesn't seem like a bad person.

Such a person should not die at the hands of ruthless killers.

"Ayan, wait a moment, your sister has something to attend to."

Tao'er released Ayan's hand and pushed open the door to the next room.

The person in bed did indeed wake up.

He leaned against the headboard, his face still a little pale, but much better than last night.

He was reaching out to grab the teacup on the bedside table.

His movements were careful and somewhat labored, and the bandage on his chest tightened slightly with each movement.

Tao'er quickly went over: "Young master, don't move! You're still injured!"

She quickly stepped forward, picked up the teapot, poured a cup of warm water, and handed it to him.

The man took the teacup, glanced at her, then lowered his eyes and drank the tea in one gulp.

He drank too quickly, and water droplets slid down the corner of his lips and dripped onto the bandage.

"girl……"

He raised his head, his voice a little hoarse, yet surprisingly pleasant to hear.

Like a mountain stream, it has a deep, magnetic quality.

"Could you pour me another glass?"

I'm still a little thirsty.

His gaze held a mixture of expectation and apology.

Tao'er then saw his eyes clearly.

Those were phoenix eyes, with slightly upturned corners, but they didn't appear sharp; instead, they carried a natural gentleness and depth.

His pupils were an extremely deep black, like a still pool of water, making people want to look at him more.

This person is not only good-looking, but also has such a nice voice.

Tao'er thought to herself, but her hands didn't stop; she poured him another glass of water.

"Thank you, young lady."

The man thanked him politely, took the cup, and drank it more slowly this time.

Ayan stood at the door, completely bewildered.

Where did this handsome uncle come from?

How come I'm sleeping next to them?

How did he come to know Sister Tao'er?

"Young master, you're too kind."

Tao'er sat down on a stool nearby.

"Your injuries are quite serious right now, so you can't move around too much for the time being. It's best not to move around too much."

Your wound will need a dressing change later, twice a day.

Although she used the spiritual spring water and applied medicine to him, it was still a highly toxic substance, and it was impossible for him to recover completely in one go.

Besides, she wouldn't dare cure him all at once, as that would easily arouse suspicion.

With such a deep poison and such a severe wound, how could it heal completely in just one night? It would be a miracle if you didn't suspect anything!

The man looked down at the bandage on his chest, then at his exposed skin, and then realized what was happening.

Her expression changed slightly, and she quickly pulled the blanket up to cover her chest.

"Thank you for saving my life, Miss..." His voice was even lower, the tips of his ears turning a faint red. "I was rude just now, I really didn't mean to, I just wasn't paying attention..."

He dared not look at Tao'er again, his gaze falling on the quilt, and two blushes rose on his face.

Tao couldn't help but burst out laughing.

This person was even shy.

Judging from his age, he should be in his early twenties. Could he still be a virgin?

Tao'er quickly rejected her idea. Generally, noble young men from good families would have a maidservant in their room after the age of fifteen to teach them about matters of ethics and morality.

This young nobleman clearly comes from an extraordinary background; he probably already has wives and concubines at home.

"When you're out and about, you don't need to worry about these formalities, young master."

She stopped laughing and spoke gently.

"By the way, your lackey went to fetch a doctor last night, and he hasn't come back yet."

Tell me where you live, and I'll find someone else to take you back.

However, you'll have to pay for it yourself.

She didn't want to take care of a stranger.

She was going to take Ayan to stay with relatives, but it was inconvenient to bring someone along, especially a man.

The man looked up, his brows furrowing slightly. "Miss..."

You said there was a follower with me yesterday?

He went to fetch a doctor last night, and hasn't returned yet?

Tao'er nodded: "Yeah, you won't forget after you take a nap, will you?"

She began to wonder: Could this young master have gone mad from a fever last night?

The man slowly shook his head, a hint of confusion in his eyes: "Miss, I really can't remember, I don't recall it."

Tao'er was stunned.

isn't it?

So unlucky?

How could she possibly encounter something as ridiculous as amnesia?