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These words completely silenced Shen Yinshuang.

She knew her explanations would be futile.

They will likely only leave Xiao Yin with the impression of being a troublemaker and ungrateful person.

That's when they truly fell into Cui Lingyi's trap.

Shen Yinshuang's fear grew deeper and deeper.

But she just couldn't understand what Cui Lingyi was trying to do.

She hypocritically presented herself as gentle and kind in front of Xiao Yin.

But behind the scenes, he is incredibly cunning and malicious.

She personally escorted her to Xiao Yin's side, with grace and poise.

Was it to gain Xiao Yin's trust or something else?

Shen Yinshuang's breathing began to quicken.

"Relax, I'll apply the medicine for you." Xiao Yin's voice deepened as he tried to comfort Shen Yinshuang.

With his large, well-defined hands, he naturally unbuttoned Shen Yinshuang's clothes.

When her fingertips touched Shen Yinshuang's skin, she instinctively flinched away.

Almost reflexively, Shen Yinshuang resisted Xiao Yin.

However, there is a significant difference in innate strength between men and women.

Shen Yinshuang was no match for Xiao Yin at all.

Xiao Yin's eyes held a gentle smile, a relaxed expression: "Is there any part of you I haven't seen before? What are you hiding from?"

There was a hint of mockery in his words.

Shen Yinshuang's hand was once again under Xiao Yin's control.

The clothes fell down.

Cui Xi had quietly entered without anyone noticing.

She kept her eyes focused on her nose and her nose focused on her mouth.

She didn't even look at Xiao Yin and Shen Yinshuang the whole time, she just put the clean clothes by the bed.

"Miss Shen, your clothes," Cui Xi said softly.

As soon as she finished speaking, Cui Xi bent down and took away the dirty clothes.

They left quietly.

On the contrary, this action made Shen Yinshuang blush.

This sense of unease became increasingly apparent.

Xiao Yin, on the other hand, acted as if nothing was wrong, focusing intently on applying medicine to Shen Yingshuang's wounds.

The most concentrated wounds are still on the knees.

It's like it just won't get better, it keeps bleeding.

If this cycle continues for too long, it can be fatal.

Xiao Yin was very gentle and careful when applying the medicine.

The icy ointment seeped into the skin of my knee, causing excruciating pain.

Shen Yinshuang instinctively flinched.

But Xiao Yin was faster, grabbing her ankle: "Bear with it, it'll be over soon."

Shen Yinshuang did not respond.

The pain was so intense that she almost lost control.

"This medicine hurts, but it can really penetrate your bone marrow and help you get better little by little," Xiao Yin coaxed softly. "Soon the pain will turn into a warm, aching sensation, and it won't be as uncomfortable as before. The dungeon is too damp, which isn't good for your leg injury."

It's not just bad, it's even fatal.

Physician Cheng's words were still ringing in my ears.

He lowered his eyes and continued until the medicine was completely applied.

Warm palms were placed on her knees, and with a little breathing, Shen Yinshuang gradually calmed down.

But it still hurts.

"Does it still hurt a lot?" Xiao Yin asked softly and gently.

Shen Yinshuang bit her lip, neither denying nor speaking.

The warmth still lingered in her knees.

Then Shen Yinshuang heard Xiao Yin's silent sigh.

She passively looked up at Xiao Yin, her red lips slightly moving.

Was it a final struggle, or did she want to tell Xiao Yin that Cui Lingyi wasn't as naive and innocent as he was?

"Xiao Yin..." Shen Yinshuang called out Xiao Yin's name.

Xiao Yin hummed in agreement: "Call me A-Yin."

Shen Yinshuang was stunned.

Ah Yin.

Strange and familiar.

The way she used to call out, with a touch of coquettishness, is now hard to say, even when it's on the tip of her tongue.

She bit her lip slightly and did not respond.

Xiao Yin didn't seem to care.

Before Shen Yinshuang could react, her eyes widened in astonishment.

Xiao Yin's kiss, which came crashing down on her, silenced all her voice.

A long, lingering kiss, warmed by the touch of his palm.

It inexplicably makes my heart race.

Despite wearing only a thin layer of clothing, I was already sweating profusely in the early winter at Kaiyuan Temple.

It's getting hot and dry.

The entanglement between their lips and teeth was relentless; neither side would let the other go.

It wasn't until a sharp pain shot through my throat.

Until the air in the chest cavity is completely emptied.

Shen Yinshuang's breathing became increasingly rapid, and her hand pressed against Xiao Yin's chest in protest.

Xiao Yin then released Shen Yinshuang.

Soon, Shen Yinshuang was embraced by Xiao Yin.

His strong jawline rested against her soft hair.

A deep, resonant voice slowly came through: "Yinshuang, don't overthink it. You promised me we only have one last month together. After the sacrificial ceremony, I'll let you leave. So let's not make a fuss anymore?"

His words carried a hint of coaxing.

Shen Yinshuang said it was impossible not to be moved.

Several times, she swallowed the words that were on the tip of her tongue because of Xiao Yin's coaxing.

Yes.

Who Cui Lingyi is seems unimportant now.

She couldn't change Xiao Yin's mind.

Besides, she and Xiao Yin only had this last month together.

There's really no need to argue; it only adds to each other's unhappiness.

It's not worth it.

Those who are close to us grieve, while our enemies rejoice.

This thought gradually made Shen Yinshuang relax.

But she knew she had given up.

"Listen to me." Xiao Yin looked at Shen Yinshuang seriously.

Shen Yinshuang hummed in agreement.

"I've had some hot water prepared for you. Take a soak. Song Jian will be here later," Xiao Yin continued.

"Okay," Shen Yinshuang replied obediently.

Xiao Yin then stood up.

Shen Yinshuang thought Xiao Yin would leave.

As it turned out, Xiao Yin didn't leave; instead, he remained calmly in the room.

A moment later, a commotion came from inside the room. It was outside the screen; a monk was carrying in a wooden bucket filled with hot water.

Shen Yinshuang tensed up instantly upon hearing the sound of someone approaching.

She subconsciously looked at Xiao Yin.

Xiao Yin calmly took Shen Yingshuang's hand and said, "Relax, nothing will happen."

Shen Yinshuang was slightly taken aback.

Kaiyuan Temple was a royal temple.

People from the palace should be coming and going here all the time, so how come nothing happened?

Xiao Yin has openly hidden himself here. If these monks find out, won't it spread sooner or later?

However, Shen Yinshuang could clearly see through Xiao Yin's composure.

She lowered her head and stopped speaking.

She thought of what Wen Xianli had said to her earlier.

Xiao Yin is not simple.

She couldn't think about it too much.

That feeling of fear and dread was constantly consuming me.

"I'll carry you to the bath." As soon as Xiao Yin finished speaking, he had already picked up Shen Yinshuang around the waist.

When she came to her senses, she was already in the wooden tub, surrounded by warm water.

The previous bitterness gradually dissipated in this warmth.

Shen Yinshuang relaxed.

Xiao Yin stayed by his side, showing no intention of leaving.

His gaze remained intense as he looked at Shen Yinshuang.

Perhaps it was because of the hot water, but Shen Yinshuang's pale skin began to regain some color.

Or perhaps she was a little shy.

When Xiao Yin stared at her, Shen Yinshuang felt a burning sensation in her skin.

She couldn't help but ask, "Are you going to stay here?"

Xiao Yin raised an eyebrow: "You want me to leave?"

One sentence stumped Shen Yinshuang.