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"The most delicious thing you've ever eaten?" Yang Youming raised his eyebrows when he heard this and looked at Lin Xiaoqi with a gaze filled with warmth that he did not even notice himself. Yang Youming raised his eyebrows when he heard this and looked at Lin Xiaoqi with a gaze filled with warmth that even he did not notice.

"Of course, no matter what, I've eaten so much before …" Lin Xiaoqi nodded her head resolutely. She was quite confident about eating, but she suddenly thought of something and stopped midsentence.

If her words leaked out, she wouldn't be able to explain it. After all, she was just a young lady from an ordinary family, and her family's condition was barely sufficient to satisfy her. Where would she be able to eat anything good?

"Have you eaten so much?" Yang Youming, of course, did not miss the fact that Lin Xiaoqi did not finish her sentence. His eyes lit up when he heard the first part of the sentence. He was a little surprised, but Lin Xiaoqi suddenly stopped.

"Ugh …" "It's nothing. I'm saying that I ate almost all of the vegetables in the past and didn't even get a drop of oil. This plate of Lotus Leaf Chicken is really the most delicious dish I've ever eaten."

Lin Xiaoqi scratched her head embarrassedly. Then, a flash of inspiration passed through her mind. She had to take account of the situation in her family, she just didn't want Yang Youming and Han Shui to suspect her.

As expected, Yang Youming was slightly stunned when he heard Lin Xiaoqi's words. Actually, he had looked up their family's situation after Han Shui escorted them home the other day. However, there was a difference between what others said and what Lin Xiaoqi said herself. Yang Youming's heart skipped a beat, but he hid it well. "Since that's the case, you should eat more."

"En!" Lin Xiaoqi nodded again and again and then buried herself in eating, not wanting Yang Youming to see her expression.

Han Shui, who was sitting quietly at the side, was slightly surprised when he saw Family Master and Lin Xiaoqi getting along with each other. Having followed Young Master for so many years, he had some understanding of Young Master.

Even the prince had a cold personality, but when he saw the two of them getting along, the warm smile on his face went straight to his eyes, making him wonder if he was seeing things. He was mistaken, the young master had never treated anyone this way, not even his son's mother …

"Han Shui, why are you still in a daze? If you don't eat anymore, I'm going to eat everything." Lin Xiaoqi's mouth bulged. She had eaten so much vegan for such a long time that she finally had meat to eat. Since someone was treating her, she wouldn't be polite. After all, who would be against their stomach?

Just as she looked around to have something to eat, she suddenly saw Han Shui staring at her in a daze. For a moment, there was a slight difference. She reached out her hand and waved it in front of Han Shui's eyes.

"Ah?" "It's nothing, I just suddenly thought of something and was distracted for a moment." Lin Xiaoqi's actions gave Han Shui a fright. He quickly shook his head and denied it.

"So that's how it is. Just now, when you stared at me, I thought there was something on my face. Hurry up and eat it, otherwise we'll eat it all." Lin Xiaoqi let out a sigh of relief after hearing Han Shui's explanation. She thought Han Shui had found something. As expected, she still felt guilty and afraid of being seen through by others.

"Yes." Han Shui nodded and put a piece of green vegetable into his mouth. He must have seen wrongly. The Young Master must have treated Lady Lin the same way he treated others. He must have been seeing things. Han Shui was hypnotizing himself. He told himself that he saw wrongly, but the image of the gentle smile his young master had towards Lin Xiaoqi still kept appearing in his mind, making him tremble in fear.

Yang Youming glanced at Han Shui, who pretended to be calm, and a hint of surprise flashed across his eyes. That look disappeared in an instant and was not noticed by anyone.

Sheng Mansion.

"Daya, come here." Just when Young Master Sheng went out to drink with his friends, he waved at Daya drunkenly. Daya was wiping the lampstand. When she saw Young Master Sheng's flushed face and the alcohol reeking all over his body, she was frightened. However, she was only a servant girl. How could she dare to go against her master's wishes?

Daya put the handkerchief in her hand to the side and strode forward to support Young Master Sheng. "This servant will help Young Master rest on the bed. After that, I'll go to the kitchen and cook a bowl of sobering wine for Young Master." Daya said softly.

However, Young Master Sheng acted as if he didn't hear anything. He leaned on Daya and reached out a hand towards Daya's waist. Daya naturally noticed Young Master Sheng's actions. She inadvertently moved to dodge Young Master Sheng's hand, but she didn't expect Young Master Sheng to grip her tighter.

"Young master..." "Don't be like that, you're drunk …" Daya's voice trembled. She naturally knew what Young Master Sheng was going to do. Although it wasn't the first time, she didn't want to do this.

"I'm not drunk. Daya, is your sister here today?" Young Master Sheng raised Daya's chin with his other hand and asked.

"Yes …" My sister said something had happened at home, so she came to tell me. " Daya nodded in fear.

"So that's how it is. It doesn't matter. Since something happened at home, I should go home and take a look." Young Master Sheng nodded as if he had thought of something.

"Really? Young Master, you want me to go home and take a look? " Daya was both surprised and happy to hear this. She was still thinking about how to tell her master that she was going home. After all, she had just returned a while ago, so she couldn't go home all the time.

So now that Young Master Sheng said it, Daya immediately jumped up and looked eagerly at Young Master Sheng.

"Of course, isn't it normal for me to go home and take a look if something happens to my family? I'm not some unreasonable master. Your sister is already here today, so it's not like I'm going to keep her." Young Master Sheng saw the change in Daya's gaze, and his Adam's apple loosened a little.

"Thank you, young master. Thank you, young master." When Daya heard what Young Master Sheng had said, she felt reassured and thanked him profusely.

"There is no need to be so polite. You are my man, so I will naturally protect you." The corner of Young Master Sheng's mouth curled up into a smile, making him look a bit lewd.

Then, Young Master Sheng carried Daya by the waist and walked her onto the bed before Daya could say anything. Young master! Young master! "Don't do that …" Daya was a little scared. She pressed both of her hands against Young Master Sheng's chest and refused.

"You're already one of my people, why are you still acting like this?" Young Master Sheng raised his eyebrows and looked at Daya unhappily. This woman doesn't know how to appreciate favors. She didn't know how to be grateful towards him even though he had just given her such a huge favor.

"That's not what I meant …" Daya's voice sounded like she was crying. She knew that she couldn't beat Young Master Sheng, but that wasn't what she wanted.

"If that's not what you mean, then be honest and listen to me. Otherwise, you'll be in big trouble!" "As long as you serve me well, you can go home if you want. If you displease me, you won't have a good life either." Young Master Sheng snorted coldly. This expression of his had shocked Daya.

She already knew what kind of person Young Master Sheng was, so she was naturally not surprised, only tears rolled down her face. She really didn't know when this kind of day would come, and she didn't want to stay in this Sheng Mansion anymore, but if she wasn't here, where else could she be? Daya's heart was filled with despair. She suddenly felt as if she could see the end of her life.

"I'll get Han Shui to send you back." Yang Youming looked at the sky and slightly frowned. Dingyuan Prince Manor's Private Manor was not far from here, but the Shui Village was much more distant. A weak girl like Lin Xiaoqi walked such a long way, and it was already dark by the time she reached home.

"No need, I will go back by myself. Thank you, Young Master Yang." Lin Xiaoqi waved her hands. She had been saved twice and even had a meal. How could she bring herself to let the guards send her off again?

It's not safe for a little girl like you to travel so far, not to mention that your home is not near, the sky is already dark by the time you get home. If something happens, the authorities will investigate and find out that I'm here, so it's better to let Han Shui see you off.

Yang Youming glanced at Lin Xiaoqi and said casually, as if nothing had anything to do with him. His tone sounded as if he didn't want anything to do with Lin Xiaoqi.

"I …" Lin Xiaoqi originally thought that Yang Youming was saying this out of concern and embarrassedly refused. However, she didn't expect Yang Youming to be afraid of getting into some trouble. She was speechless and didn't know what to say. At the same time, she secretly cursed herself for thinking too much. She clearly didn't want him to say that, but she misunderstood.

"That's enough, don't bother me. Let Han Shui give it to you." Yang Youming waved his hand and signaled Han Shui, who was behind him, with his eyes.

"But if Han Shui sends me back, what about you, Young Master Yang?" Lin Xiaoqi looked at Yang Youming embarrassedly. Han Shui was a guard beside him. If he gave it to her, then how would he go back?

"What danger can a man like me face? Furthermore, I am not just Han Shui. "

As soon as he finished, before Lin Xiaoqi could say anything, a young man dressed in a black suit and carrying a carriage stopped in front of them. The man in black bowed to Yang Youming the moment he saw Yang Youming, "Gongzi."

"Mm. Hanyi, let's go." Yang Youming nodded slightly towards Han Yi, then turned around to look at Lin Xiaoqi before getting into the carriage.

Han Yi nodded to Han Shui as a greeting, "Protect the young master." Han Shui said in a deep voice.

"Don't worry."

Watching the carriage gradually disappear into the distance, Lin Xiaoqi was stunned. Who knew what she was thinking?

"Lady Lin, is there anything else you want to buy? If not, let's go too. " Han Shui glanced at Lin Xiaoqi and pretended not to notice her absent-mindedness. His tone remained as cold as ever.

"Nothing, let's go back." Lin Xiaoqi shook her head as she sighed inwardly.

"Han Shui, who was that guard just now? Why didn't I see it before, wasn't it just you and Young Master Yang who came out today? " Along the way, Lin Xiaoqi felt bored. Suddenly, she thought of Han Yi and asked curiously.

"He is Han Yi, one of the young master's personal bodyguards. In fact, young master has brought many people with him today. However, young master doesn't like too many people, so he just let them wait here."

Han Shui had been by Yang Youming's side for too long. Even the tone and manner of his speech were similar. How strong was Yang Youming's appeal? Lin Xiaoqi sighed silently in her heart as she looked at the side of Han Shui's face.

"So that's how it is. I thought he only brought you with him. I didn't expect to get you to send me off again today, Big Brother Han Shui. I'm so sorry." Lili suddenly understood, but at the same time, she looked embarrassed.

"It's nothing, I was just giving orders. Besides, it's not safe for a girl like you to walk so far. This is just outside the city." Han Shui said seriously.

"I'll be troubling you no matter what, thank you." Lin Xiaoqi felt a little helpless. They really were master and servant. Indeed, they were a perfect match.

Lin Family,

"Is Xiaoqi back?" Lin Shaojin had been busy working in the fields for the whole day before he returned. He couldn't help but think of the matter where Lin Xiaoqi had mentioned that he was going to meet Daya in the county city.

"Not yet. The sky is about to turn dark. Why isn't that girl back yet? I'm about to die from anxiety." Mrs Niu was also very anxious. She had already waited for a long time and originally thought that Lin Xiaoqi came back a little late due to her momentary lust for fun. However, she didn't expect that the sky would be dark soon and not see her.

"This girl, I'll go look for her!" Lin Shaojin sighed. His tone sounded a little impatient. Ever since Xiaoba's accident, Lin Shaojin and Mrs Niu had been even more concerned about her. They never wanted to suffer the pain of losing their daughter again.

"I'll go with you!" Seeing that, Mrs Niu wanted to quickly follow Lin Shaojin, but she was stopped by Lin Shaojin just after walking a few steps. "You should just stay at home. It's not convenient for you to rest now that you're pregnant. I'll go find Xiaoqi. You just wait for her at home."

"This... "Fine." Mrs Niu looked at Lin Shaojin with a troubled expression. She wanted to go find Lin Xiaoqi as well, but Lin Shaojin's words made sense. She should be waiting at home.

"Yes." Lin Shaojin nodded and left after settling his wife down. However, he didn't expect to see Lin Xiaoqi with a man beside her.

"Xiaoqi, why did you come back so late? Mom and dad are worried to death about you." Lin Shaojin did not care about Han Shui's existence. He quickly went up to Lili and nervously questioned her. Lin Xiaoqi couldn't help but be surprised when she saw this. She had always thought that Lin Shaojin didn't love these daughters of his, but she didn't expect that he would actually have such a side to them. For a moment, she was unable to react.

"Xiaoqi? What are you thinking? I asked you why you were so late. " Lin Shaojin chattered on for a long time before he realized that his daughter was staring at him blankly. He didn't know what she was thinking about.

"Nothing, today I went to see Big Sis at Sheng Mansion, then walked on the street, and met a friend. It was getting late, and that friend was afraid that it wasn't safe for me to travel alone in the night, so he sent someone to bring me back." Lin Xiaoqi quickly shook her head and did not say Yang Youming's name. She did not want to cause any unnecessary trouble.

"Friend? Send someone to bring you back? " Lin Shaojin felt a little strange. Lin Xiaoqi rarely went out, so how did she meet this friend of hers? He even sent someone to bring Xiaoqi back. That must be a big family.

"That's right, dad, you don't have to ask. Baoxue knows him too, so don't worry." "Big brother Han Shui, thank you for sending me back. I won't be keeping you when it's night. Be careful on your way." Lin Xiaoqi nodded, not wanting to arouse Lin Shaojin's suspicions, so she dragged Lin Baoxue in and winked at Han Shui, looking at him apologetically.

"Alright." Han Shui understood and did not want to give Lin Xiaoqi any trouble.

"Ugh …" "Since you're here to send Xiaoqi back, then come in and take a seat. It's been hard on you to come so far." Lin Shaojin reached out his hand to stop Han Shui.

"No need, I still have other things to do, so I'll be leaving first." Han Shui shook his head lightly, and spoke to Lin Shaojin in a polite tone. After all, they were seniors.

"Alright then, come often if you have the chance in the future." Seeing this, Lin Shaojin didn't want him to stay any longer. He could only tell him to come back again in the future.

"Alright."

"Hubby, how come you're back so soon? Where's Xiaoqi?" Mrs Niu sat restlessly in the room and looked in the direction of the door from time to time. She didn't expect Lin Shaojin to come back so quickly. Mrs Niu frowned and asked anxiously.

"Well, I didn't get out of the house for more than a few steps before I saw Xiaoqi come back." Lin Shaojin leaned over so Mrs Niu could see Lin Xiaoqi and explained to her.

"Xiaoqi, why did you only just come back? Did you know that Mom's worried to death?" Mrs Niu couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief when she saw that Lin Xiaoqi was fine and was following behind Lin Shaojin.

"Mom, I'm sorry. I was walking around the county and forgot the time. I made you and Dad worry." Lin Xiaoqi looked at Mrs Niu and then looked at Lin Shaojin, and she didn't know why, but a warm feeling suddenly appeared in her heart. Lin Xiaoqi looked at Mrs Niu and then looked at Lin Shaojin, and she didn't know why she suddenly felt a warm feeling in her heart.

"It's good that you're fine. Be careful in the future, it's not safe for a girl to be out so late at night." Mrs Niu saw that Lin Xiaoqi's attitude was good, so she didn't say anything else. She just shook her head and sighed. At the same time, she didn't forget to warn Lin Xiaoqi.

Dingyuan Prince's Private Manor, Water Ink Residence.

"How is it? Has the mission been completed?" Yang Youming was sitting in front of a desk in the study, reading a military book with great interest. He raised his eyes and asked as he saw Han Shui's return.

"I've already safely sent Lady Lin home."