The night deepened.
As time passed, Ye Qinglan remained in that awkward position.
Her overly sensitive hearing made even the slightest rustle around her exceptionally clear.
She could not rest, her body tensing from time to time at the smallest sounds.
Goddess Ye naturally could not fall asleep. She could only silently break through the acupoints restricting the circulation of her true qi.
However, it would take too long. Unless she was willing to pay the price of damaging her foundation...
But even if she did that, she might not be able to escape this place.
Who knew what the defenses outside were like?
If she failed to conserve even a little strength, she could not guarantee that she would be able to get away...
Hesitation appeared in Ye Qinglan's eyes.
Creak~
The sound of the door opening was especially distinct in the passionate darkness of night.
Blindfolded, Ye Qinglan held her breath and swallowed involuntarily.
Who could this person be...?
Goddess Ye's thoughts were in turmoil, and she even instinctively curled up slightly.
"Lady Goddess Ye, don't be nervous. I'm here to bring you food."
"I'm quite generous to prisoners. I have to at least give you something to eat."
As Su Qing spoke, he had already raised the steamed bun in his hand.
There was no sumptuous feast. Having a steamed bun was already pretty good.
As a kind person, he could not possibly let her go hungry all night, right?
Upon hearing that familiar voice, Ye Qinglan's uneasy heart immediately settled.
At that moment, she even felt somewhat fortunate, with the absurd sensation of being so overjoyed she could cry.
But soon, she returned to her usual cool serenity.
By then, she had already realized that he had deliberately been teasing her.
He had only wanted to make her feel this way and force her to submit.
However, Goddess Ye did not lose her temper over it. Instead, she opened her mouth and began to eat.
Why not eat something that's being offered for free?
Goddess Ye did not care what the steamed bun in her mouth tasted like.
She simply ate in peace, using it to express her attitude.
"Well, I hope you have a pleasant night. I won't be coming over again."
After feeding her, Su Qing stood up and walked out without hesitation.
The room once again returned to silence.
Ye Qinglan's heart had relaxed considerably.
It's just a tactic. You want me to feel at ease when I see you?
Give me a break. I saw through your scheme at a glance!
You say you won't come over again? How laughable.
I don't believe you won't come back. You'll use the same trick again!
With a petty trick like this, I can see through it at a glance.
Goddess Ye closed her eyes and began to gather her strength.
Even if she intended to force her way out, she would have to wait a while first.
After the silence lasted for some time, it was broken once again.
A cold smile curled at the corners of Ye Qinglan's lips.
Just as I thought. Exactly as I expected!
She was no longer afraid of this sort of thing.
After today's contact and brief exchange, she had already seen through the other party's personality.
He had an extremely strong possessiveness. How could he possibly let anyone else see her in this state?
So there was no need to worry now. He was merely bluffing.
She was utterly certain of that.
The other party might even circle around her a couple of times to add to her psychological pressure.
I'd like to see what other tricks you can perform in front of me!
Until... a startled cry came from before her.
Qin Lan Shan looked at the scene before her and could not help covering her lips.
Shopkeeper had never imagined that the transcendent Goddess Ye she had seen last time would look like this today.
The sacred image in her mind had been completely shattered. She would never be able to forget this sight.
It was simply too... sinful!
The emotions Ye Qinglan had finally managed to calm down collapsed once more at this moment.
She recognized who had come. It was not that detestable young man at all!
The good news was that the other party was someone she knew.
The bad news was that, at a time like this, seeing someone familiar was worse than seeing a stranger.
With her personal charm, she had gotten Qin Lan Shan to work for her.
Not only that, she had originally been able to deepen her control over her further.
But what had happened?
Now that Qin Lan Shan had seen her in this state... the things she had done before were probably all for nothing!
As Goddess Ye thought about this, her blindfold was suddenly pulled off.
After seeing the familiar person, Ye Qinglan's gaze instinctively darted away.
Shopkeeper did not mind. She hurried forward and helped untie her.
"You..."
Ye Qinglan felt as if a thousand words were stuck in her throat.
"He's already gone to rest. Goddess Ye, leave quickly."
Qin Lan Shan spoke in a low voice.
"Thank you, but what will happen to you if I do? I'll take you away too!"
Ye Qinglan said gratefully.
She immediately cast aside her earlier embarrassment, knowing that it was best to leave as soon as possible.
Qin Lan Shan had saved her life. There was nothing wrong with protecting her and helping her escape as well!
"No... Don't worry about me. Goddess Ye, you should leave quickly."
Qin Lan Shan gently shook her head as she spoke.
Her expression was complicated, tinged with an indescribable dejection.
"I'll remember your kindness."
Ye Qinglan spoke quietly.
She opened the window, leaped out, and soon vanished into the night.
Goddess Ye would not put on some melodramatic act of "If you don't leave, I won't leave either." She was extremely decisive.
If she delayed, she might be discovered soon. She had to leave quickly.
Qin Lan Shan looked at the ropes scattered across the floor, her expression shifting unpredictably.
She knew very well how formidable Goddess Ye was, and she also knew the consequences of releasing an enemy captured by her master.
But Goddess Ye was not only her benefactor; she was also her younger brother's Senior Sister.
How could she stand by and watch her get into trouble?
Shopkeeper stood there blankly for a while before silently returning to her room.
She looked at the wrinkled letter on the table and bit her lip.
After a brief silence, Qin Lan Shan set the letter alight and watched it turn to black ash.
Lian Yin quietly shut the door tight.
She was quite satisfied with the result she had caused.
After returning, she had immediately sent the letter anonymously, leading Qin Lan Shan to discover Goddess Ye's whereabouts.
After the other party found her, Pretty Maid had secretly watched from the shadows.
Naturally, she was extremely satisfied with the final result.
This move could be called killing two birds with one stone!
A sudden third party had stolen her place and made her seem dispensable.
By guiding the other party into doing this, she could completely dismantle her position!
At the same time, she could send this collaborator away as soon as possible.
The other party was indeed a partner, but she was also an unstable factor.
If the other party discovered her identity, she would certainly force her to help her escape.
If she could not help, Goddess Ye would surely have no qualms about threatening her.
Now that was better. She could finally get a good night's sleep!
Pretty Maid, who had not slept well for the past few days, lay on the bed and peacefully drifted into dreamland.
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