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Under the moonlight, shadows of swords danced heavily. Xiao Yuan fought alone against dozens of guards, his swordplay fierce and his movements elusive like a ghost. But I could see that his right shoulder had been injured, dark fabric stained with a hint of blood.
"Idiot!" I gritted my teeth in my mind. "What’s the point of showing off?"
"Oh dear," the system teased. "Are you feeling sorry for him now?"
"Who... who feels sorry?!" My face flushed. "This is... professional concern!"
Just then, I suddenly spotted a guard sneaking up from behind. Without thinking, I grabbed a wooden stick from the ground and swung it, shouting, "Behind you!"
Xiao Yuan swiftly sidestepped, his sword sweeping horizontally to fend off the attacker. But in that moment of distraction, guard Zhao seized the opportunity and thrust his sword towards Xiao Yuan's back!
"Watch out!" I screamed.
Yet Xiao Yuan seemed to have eyes on the back of his head; he dodged just in time, avoiding a fatal blow. However, guard Zhao's sword still left a bloody mark across his back.
"Ding! The male lead has been injured while saving you!" the system said nervously.
My heart tightened. This fool! Why did he insist on taking it all on himself? In the workplace, this kind of lone heroism was outdated!
But looking at his blood-stained silhouette, my heart ached fiercely. Why did this man, who always appeared so indifferent, fight so desperately to protect me?
"Because he cares about you, silly!" the system said helplessly.
"Stop talking nonsense!" I hurriedly denied it. "This is... this is just a sense of responsibility from a superior!"
Before I could finish speaking, I saw Xiao Yuan forcefully repel guard Zhao with his sword and turn to shield me behind him. His warm chest pressed against my back, and I could feel his strong heartbeat through the fabric.
"Don't be afraid," he whispered softly, his tone as light as a sigh.
My heart skipped a beat. When did this man learn to speak with such tenderness?
While I was lost in thought, a sudden sound of horns echoed outside. Reinforcements had arrived! The prince's men sensed danger and began to retreat.
But Xiao Yuan was already exhausted; he stumbled backward. I rushed to support him but felt warmth on my hands—it was blood!
"Lord Commander!" I panicked. "Are you okay?"
"I'm fine," he replied nonchalantly, though blood trickled from the corner of his mouth.
"Ding! The male lead is in critical condition!" the system urged anxiously. "We need to find a place for him to rest!"
I glanced around. We were too far from the city to return now. But in this desolate wilderness...
"There!" I suddenly spotted a dilapidated temple not far away. "Let’s go there for shelter!"
Xiao Yuan didn't say a word, but allowed me to support him as we made our way to the dilapidated temple. His feverish body heat seeped through the fabric of his clothes; it was clear he was burning up.
This fool... why is he so reckless with himself?
Inside the crumbling temple, dust filled the air, and only the moonlight streamed through the shattered window panes. I helped Xiao Yuan lean against the wall, anxiously checking his injuries.
"We need to bring down your fever quickly!" I said as I began to loosen his clothing.
"What... are you doing?" His consciousness was hazy from the fever, yet he instinctively grasped my hand.
"Is that really what you're worried about right now?" I shot him a glare.
"The host is starting to feel concerned!" the system chimed in excitedly.
"Nonsense!" I denied, my face flushing. "This is... a normal doctor-patient relationship!"
But then Xiao Yuan suddenly tightened his grip on my hand, his scorching palm making my heart race. "Cold..."
I gritted my teeth. "Then we need to get your clothes off!" With that, I forcefully pulled aside his outer robe. The heat radiating from him was alarming.
"What do we do, system?" I exclaimed in frustration, pacing back and forth.
"What else can you do?" the system replied gleefully. "Haven't you read enough novels? When someone has a fever, they need... body warmth!"
"You... what are you talking about!" My face turned even redder. "That can't be..."
Before I could finish my sentence, I saw Xiao Yuan tremble violently. He shut his eyes tightly, his eyelashes fluttering as pain twisted his handsome features.
"Meng Er..." he suddenly murmured softly.
I froze. He... was calling for me?
"Don't go..." It seemed he had fallen into some kind of nightmare, his voice laced with an unprecedented vulnerability. "Don't leave me..."
My heart twisted painfully. This usually composed man could show such fragility?
"You fool!" the system sighed. "Even in his dreams, he's worried you'll run away!"
I bit my lip. This idiot—what position did he place me in? We were merely in a typical superior-subordinate relationship; why was he so determined to protect me?
Seeing him shiver like that, I made up my mind: forget it, I'll go for it!
"I'm sorry, Lord Commander..." I whispered, my face burning as I nestled into his embrace, using my body heat to warm him.
His chest was hot and solid against me, making me feel slightly dizzy. The familiar scent of pine lingered at my nose, mingling with the metallic tang of blood on him, evoking an inexplicable sense of heartache.
"The first intimate contact between the male and female leads!" The system exclaimed excitedly, stumbling over its words.
"Shut up!" I shouted, my face flushed. "This is... this is a normal medical procedure!"
To my surprise, Xiao Yuan suddenly wrapped his arm around my waist, as if afraid I would run away. His embrace was tight yet gentle, as if I were a fragile treasure.
"Don't go..." he murmured softly.
My heart skipped a beat. How could this man be so charming?
"Lord Commander," I whispered, blushing even more, "this... this isn't quite proper..."
He didn’t respond but pulled me closer. His warm breath brushed against my ear, making me feel weak all over.
As the night deepened, the moonlight cast a hazy silver glow over our entwined figures. Although Xiao Yuan's body was still warm, his breathing gradually became steadier.
I tried to shift my stiff body, but he unconsciously tightened his grip, trapping me in his embrace. This position... was far too intimate!
"Lord Commander," I called out softly, "your hand..."
"Cold..." he murmured in his daze, one hand restlessly exploring my body, sliding over my curves as if seeking more warmth.
I froze. This... this was too much!
"The male lead is unconsciously taking advantage!" the system cheered excitedly.
"Shut up!" I felt my face burn with embarrassment but didn’t dare struggle, fearing it might aggravate his injuries.
Just then, Xiao Yuan suddenly rolled over, pinning me beneath him. In a moment of panic, I found myself immobilized by his searing body heat.
"Meng Er..." he whispered, "don't go... I can't bear to lose you..."
My heart skipped another beat. This man, usually so composed and aloof, was being so honest when feverish!
"This must be the fever talking!" the system exclaimed with excitement.
I was at a loss for words. His solid chest pressed against mine, and I could feel his strong heartbeat through the thin fabric of our clothes. The familiar scent of pine enveloped me, making me feel dizzy.
In this position... at this distance... this was hardly a normal superior-subordinate relationship!
But... why did I have no desire to push him away?
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