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Xin'er felt a bit uneasy under the man's gaze, her expression a mix of charm and embarrassment, her eyes flickering with shyness and playful annoyance.
"You, um, you should go to sleep!"
After saying this, the man relaxed his grip, and seeing this, Xin'er intended to turn and leave.
However, at that moment, a strange 'gurgling' sound broke the silence of the night, ringing out clearly.
"Uh..."
Hearing that sound, Xin'er paused for a moment before realizing what it was.
When she turned to look, she met the man's awkward yet somewhat endearing face.
"Um, I haven't eaten anything for three days and nights..."
"Heh heh, alright then. You wait here; I'll go prepare something for you!"
Seeing the man's embarrassed demeanor made Xin'er smile brightly.
Moreover, she thought that this man was just a proud young boy at heart.
Although he carried an innate air of nobility and defiance, at this moment, his awkwardness was truly charming!
Thinking of this made Xin'er chuckle inwardly. The smile on her face deepened.
Little did she know that her smile was incredibly captivating at that moment.
Her long hair was still damp, droplets of water cascading down from the tips.
It clung closely to her body, soaking her clothes and perfectly showcasing her graceful figure.
A few strands of hair playfully clung to her cheek, and at that moment, her smile resembled an Azure Lotus emerging unsullied from the mud, exuding an air of elegance and an indescribable charm.
The man felt a sudden thump in his heart, as if a hammer had struck against his chest.
A wave of unfamiliar emotions surged within him.
Xin'er was unaware of the man's strange feelings. After her smile, she immediately turned and left the room to prepare food for him.
It was only when Xin'er's petite figure gradually disappeared from his sight that he slowly withdrew his gaze.
His long hand gently rested over his heart, feeling the intense beating within.
"What is happening here?!"
...
The night was thick as syrup!
In the boundless darkness of the sky, stars twinkled, and a bright full moon hung high above, casting a soft, milky light over the land, illuminating it with a clarity that felt almost ethereal.
At this moment, Xin'er headed toward the kitchen.
In this vast estate, due to its large area and numerous servants, there was a spacious kitchen meant for preparing meals for the staff.
There was also a smaller kitchen not far from the White Jade Pavilion, where everything prepared daily was specifically for Leng Yixuan.
Moreover, the chefs were hired at great expense by Leng Yixuan.
However, these chefs would leave the estate periodically to attend to their duties related to Drunken Indulgence.
Because Leng Yixuan was extremely picky, any chef who could stay here for a month would earn his respect and be entrusted with important tasks.
At this moment, it was nighttime, and the kitchen was empty. Only a Cowhide Mulberry Lantern hung under the eaves.
The dim yellow candlelight cast a soft glow at the entrance of the kitchen, illuminating a small area with a faint clarity.
Xin'er slowly walked to the kitchen door, found an oil lamp, lit it, and then made her way inside.
Although there was no one in the kitchen, it was fully stocked with vegetables and meats.
After placing the oil lamp aside, Xin'er began to prepare noodles, wash vegetables, and crack eggs, planning to cook a bowl of Noodle Soup to take back.
After all, given the injuries the man had sustained, he couldn't eat solid food; noodles would be best since they were quick to prepare!
However, just as Xin'er was busy making the noodles, a sudden rustling sound came from behind her. Her ears perked up at the noise, and she instinctively turned around in surprise.
When she saw the tall figure that had appeared behind her without her noticing, she couldn't help but jump back in shock. Her legs instinctively took a step back but accidentally stepped on some firewood beside her, nearly causing her to fall.
Fortunately, the newcomer was quick-witted and swiftly caught her before she could hit the ground.
"Are you okay? I'm sorry for scaring you," he said in a low, hoarse voice, tinged with a hint of apology.
Hearing his words, Xin'er gently placed her hand over her racing heart. After processing what he said, she blinked in surprise and exclaimed, "Xuan, what are you doing here?!"
After all, at this hour, Leng Yixuan should be asleep, shouldn't he?!
Xin'er thought to herself as the man began to explain after hearing her words.
"I couldn't sleep earlier, so I decided to take a walk. Before I knew it, I ended up here. I saw there was light inside, which seemed a bit strange, so I came in to take a look. I didn't expect it to be you here."
After saying this, Leng Yixuan paused for a moment, then looked at what Xin'er had been doing and asked, "Xin'er, are you hungry?"
"Uh, well, yes, I am hungry. That's why I got up to cook some noodles," Xin'er replied. She wasn't good at lying, and her pretty little face had turned red from the fib.
Fortunately, the dim light made it hard to notice anything unusual.
Upon hearing her response, Leng Yixuan couldn't help but rub his stomach with a grin and said, "Perfect timing! I'm hungry too. Xin'er, would you mind cooking another bowl for me?"
As he rubbed his belly and chuckled, he appeared even more amiable.
Hearing this, Xin'er's watery eyes sparkled for a moment before she gently nodded.
Thus, she began preparing the noodles.
She lit the fire, boiled water, added the noodles, washed the vegetables, and fried an egg...
For Xin'er, these tasks were as easy as pie.
After all, when she was at home, her younger brother was still small, so she took care of everything in the house.
Moreover, in the past, she had always taken on some rough jobs outside, like washing clothes and cleaning for others.
This is what it means for poor children to take on responsibilities early.
As Leng Yixuan watched Xin'er skillfully at work, he knew that she was accustomed to these tasks.
While a trace of pity crossed his eyes, there was more warmth.
It seemed that ever since that night, Xin'er had been avoiding him; when she saw him, it was as if a mouse had spotted a cat.
This made him feel quite uncomfortable.
However, now seeing Xin'er seemingly forget about what happened last time and speaking to him, even cooking noodles for him, filled his heart with warmth.
It felt as if the heavy stone that had been pressing down on him had finally been lifted.
Thinking of this, Leng Yixuan's gaze softened as he looked at Xin'er.
At that moment, the dim candlelight illuminated a young girl who was busy cooking noodles for him.
The crimson flames cast a warm glow on her face, making her cheeks appear rosy, yet she looked so beautiful.
And the serious expression on her face as she worked was captivating; it seemed that she focused intently on everything she did…
Unknowingly, Leng Yixuan found himself unable to tear his gaze away from her.
He felt that watching her every move was such a delight.
The girl who was tirelessly busy before him felt like a little wife preparing ginger soup for her husband…
"Little Wife!?"
Hehe, yes, Little Wife, this Little Wife is definitely his!
As Leng Yixuan was lost in thought, Xin'er had already finished cooking the noodles.
However, she had made quite a bit, yet she only served two bowls. There was still one bowl left in the pot, reserved for the man in the room.
Earlier, she hadn't expected Leng Yixuan to show up. In truth, she wasn't really hungry now, but to avoid raising any suspicion from him, she had no choice but to serve two bowls and bring them to Leng Yixuan.
"Here, the noodles are ready. Eat up!"
Xin'er said as she placed one bowl in front of Leng Yixuan and set the other down at her own table.
Upon hearing Xin'er's words, Leng Yixuan's gaze fell upon the bowl of Noodle Soup before him.
The clear broth, the long strands of noodles topped with some vegetables and a golden fried egg…
Steam wafted up from the bowl, making one's mouth water…
Seeing this, Leng Yixuan's deep black eyes flickered slightly.
In truth, he wasn't hungry at all. The reason he had said that was merely to find an excuse to stay here.
After all, for the past few days, Xin'er had been avoiding him. He wanted to apologize for what happened that night, but he feared facing Xin'er again—she still hadn't forgiven him and continued to ignore him.
That was why he had stayed behind earlier, hoping to ease the tension between them.
However, Xin'er's current attitude made Leng Yixuan realize that she still held some forgiveness for him.
Thinking of this, Leng Yixuan felt a surge of joy in his heart. Looking at the exquisite and fragrant Noodle Soup before him, he truly began to feel hungry.
It was indeed a feast for the eyes, just like the person in front of him!
With this thought, Leng Yixuan slowly reached out with his large hand, picked up the chopsticks, and began to eat.
As he savored the smooth texture and aroma that filled his mouth, Leng Yixuan's eyes lit up.
Sitting across from him, Xin'er held her chopsticks but had yet to eat. She quietly watched Leng Yixuan and finally spoke up.
"How is it?! Is the noodle I cooked to your liking?!"
Leng Yixuan was known for his picky taste, something everyone in the household was aware of. Xin'er was worried he might not enjoy it, which prompted her question.
In response, Leng Yixuan simply devoured the noodles in his bowl, leaving not a drop of broth behind.
Seeing this, Xin'er couldn't help but smile brightly.
Moreover, she felt a swell of pride and satisfaction in her heart.
"It's delicious, really delicious!"
After finishing the last sip of broth, Leng Yixuan set down his bowl and chopsticks, praising Xin'er without reservation.
And he meant every word.
This bowl of Noodle Soup was the best he had ever tasted among all the noodles he had eaten.
Because this bowl was made by someone he cherished, infused with her heartfelt intentions...
Xin'er had no idea what Leng Yixuan was thinking. After hearing his words, she pushed her bowl toward him and said, "Since you like to eat, why don't you finish this bowl too?"
"Weren't you just saying you were hungry? If I eat it, what will you do?" Leng Yixuan replied, though he truly wanted another bowl of noodles.
However, he also understood that Xin'er was indeed hungry; otherwise, she wouldn't have come here in the middle of the night to cook noodles.
Upon hearing his response, Xin'er paused for a moment. She could tell from Leng Yixuan's expression that he wanted another bowl but felt embarrassed to ask for it.
Thinking this, Xin'er took Leng Yixuan's bowl and poured most of her noodles and broth into it. "Actually, I don't eat much. I can't finish such a big bowl, so I'll share half with you. This amount is enough for me."
After saying this, Xin'er pushed Leng Yixuan's bowl back to him and picked up her own bowl to start eating slowly.
Seeing this, Leng Yixuan didn't hold back either. As he enjoyed the noodle soup, he couldn't help but steal glances at the Little One sitting across from him, who was taking small bites of her noodles.
The way the Little One ate was delicate and gentle, savoring each tiny mouthful.
The long noodles were gradually drawn into her small mouth, and the sight was utterly delightful.
At that moment, Leng Yixuan felt his heart race, and his blood began to boil.
His gaze on Xin'er sparkled as he swallowed hard… inexplicably feeling hungry again.
Xin'er was unaware of the man's unusual demeanor; she was only focused on finishing her meal quickly so she could return the bowl of noodles to him. After all, he had mentioned that he hadn't eaten anything for three days and must be starving by now!
However, Leng Yixuan was still not leaving, and she had no way to take the noodles back. What should she do to make him leave?
Feeling a bit anxious, Xin'er ate her noodle soup, but it tasted bland to her.
Just then, after a moment's thought, Xin'er seemed to have an idea. Her watery eyes sparkled with realization!
With that in mind, Xin'er deliberately stretched and yawned, putting down her chopsticks. She rubbed her eyes with one hand, feigning a look of exhaustion.
Seeing this, the man immediately showed no suspicion and asked, "Are you tired?"
"Yes," Xin'er replied softly.
Her little face drooped low, making anyone who didn't understand think she was utterly exhausted.
In reality, her hands resting on her lap were tightly intertwined due to nervousness.
After all, Xin'er was not good at lying; whenever she tried, she became extremely tense.
Especially in front of this astute man—she had to ensure he didn't catch on to anything...
Xin'er thought to herself, fortunately, Leng Yixuan showed no suspicion at all. He simply reached out and gently brushed Xin'er's damp hair away from her forehead.
"If you're tired, you should go back and rest! But remember to dry your hair before sleeping, okay?"
Leng Yixuan gently reminded her.
Hearing this, Xin'er felt a mix of emotions—touched and guilty.
This man had been so good to her, yet she had lied to him. She really shouldn't have!
But then she recalled the man lying in her bed, injured and battered.
Although she didn't know who he was, she sensed that he wasn't a bad person.
Now that he wanted to keep his whereabouts a secret, she would help him maintain that secrecy.
So, Leng Yixuan, I'm sorry.
Xin'er silently apologized in her heart, while remaining quiet on the outside.
Seeing her silence, Leng Yixuan assumed Xin'er was just being considerate because he was still there. He stood up, glanced at her, and turned to leave.
As soon as Leng Yixuan's tall, lanky figure disappeared from her sight, Xin'er quickly stood up from the stool. She checked outside the door to ensure no one was around before rushing to the stove. She filled a bowl with noodle soup and topped it with some vegetables and an egg before heading back to her room.
Fortunately, it was already late at night, and everyone had gone to bed early, so Xin'er didn't encounter anyone on her way.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have known how to explain herself.
When she reached her room, Xin'er pushed the door open and looked around. However, when her gaze swept over her intricately carved wooden bed, she found it empty. A jolt of surprise ran through her—had he left?
Xin'er was lost in thought when suddenly, someone covered her mouth with a hand.
"Ugh..."
A jolt ran through Xin'er as she immediately twisted her head to shake it off.
In the next moment, the hand covering her mouth was released, accompanied by a slightly weak voice from the man.
"Sorry, I thought you were someone else!"
Hearing this, Xin'er turned to look.
She saw that the man had appeared behind her at some point. He must have noticed someone coming and quickly hidden behind the door.
His vigilance was indeed extraordinary!
Xin'er thought to herself but didn't say much. Instead, she raised the tray in her hand and gestured to the man.
"Please lie down and eat some noodles! Otherwise, they'll get cold."
As she spoke, Xin'er strode over to her bedside and placed the tray on the table.
After doing this, she noticed the man hadn't come over. Confused, she turned back to look.
When she saw what was happening behind her, Xin'er's bright Water Eyes widened in shock.
The tall man was swaying unsteadily, one hand clutching his chest like a drunken man. His steps were faltering, and it looked like he was about to fall to the ground.
Xin'er's heart nearly stopped when she saw him!
After all, the man's injuries were severe, and with that fall, what would happen to the wound on his chest?
Thinking this, Xin'er rushed forward without a second thought.
Just as the man was about to collapse, she reached him and caught him by the waist.
However, Xin'er had underestimated her own strength.
Although she had made it in front of him, the man's weight was more than she could handle.
Suddenly feeling a heavy weight in front of her, Xin'er stumbled and fell backward, taking the man down with her.
With a loud thud, Xin'er felt as if her head had exploded!
The sharp pain in her head nearly brought tears to her eyes.
Her delicate features scrunched up tightly from the agony.
"Ouch, that hurts..."
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