A Peaceful Life with Xiao Yi Xian

Lin Ze confirmed that the operation targeting the Wolf Head Mercenary Group and the Flame Mercenary Group had been successfully completed.

Only after recalling all the Death Soldiers under his command back to Fire Wolf Town did he finally relax.

The taut strings of his heart loosened, and a wave of exhaustion surged over him.

Lin Ze didn't force himself to stay awake. Instead, he relaxed his body and mind and fell into a deep sleep.

Due to the exhaustion of his mind and Soul Perception, what he needed most now was a peaceful night's sleep.

Instead of forcing himself to cultivate with an exhausted mind.

With the protection of the Death Soldiers, Lin Ze wasn't worried about his own safety.

If even the Death Soldiers, who could act as proxies for his power, were helpless, then his own ability while awake would likely be limited to trying to escape.

The scorching midday sun shone into the small courtyard. Xiao Yi Xian, after finishing her tasks, gently wiped the fine sweat from her forehead with her sleeve.

"Phew, done. Time to go call Lin Ze for lunch."

Xiao Yi Xian washed her hands and wiped them on the apron she was wearing.

She was currently wearing a light green dress, with an apron tied around her waist, giving her the appearance of a domestic young lady.

Xiao Yi Xian walked lightly to Lin Ze's room and gently knocked on the door.

The room was silent, with no sound coming from within.

Xiao Yi Xian frowned slightly and called out softly.

"Lin Ze, are you alright?"

Just then.

The door to the East Wing of the small courtyard opened, and a Short-haired Man walked out. He said softly to Xiao Yi Xian.

"Miss Xiao Yi Xian, Young Master is resting. He was overworked earlier and instructed me to tell you not to wait for him for the meal."

Xiao Yi Xian's face showed surprise. They were in the same small courtyard. Lin Ze lived in the main house, and Xiao Yi Xian lived in the West Wing.

Therefore, she was quite aware of Lin Ze's activities.

Lin Ze had been in the small courtyard the entire time. How could he have become so exhausted?

Xiao Yi Xian frowned slightly.

"Can I go in and check on him? I am a Pharmacist, after all. If his body is unwell, I can help."

The man looked at Xiao Yi Xian with a blank expression. His calm and indifferent gaze made Xiao Yi Xian feel a little apprehensive.

She wasn't quite sure where Lin Ze found such loyal, yet peculiar subordinates.

"You may enter. You are the Young Master's friend."

The man arrived at Lin Ze's door and knocked three times with a specific rhythm.

A moment later, the door was opened from the inside.

A man of medium build, with an approachable smile on his face, stepped aside, indicating Xiao Yi Xian could enter.

Xiao Yi Xian was not surprised to see Lin Ze's room guarded by a subordinate.

Having spent some time together, Xiao Yi Xian knew Lin Ze was a cautious person.

She nodded at Ma Fugui and walked in with light steps.

Entering the bedroom, Xiao Yi Xian saw Lin Ze lying on the bed, his eyes closed, his breathing steady, sleeping soundly.

Xiao Yi Xian frowned slightly, walked a few steps closer, and carefully examined Lin Ze's complexion.

Seeing him deeply asleep, she could still discern deep fatigue between his brows, as if his mental energy had been severely depleted.

"It's rare to see you so unguarded," Xiao Yi Xian murmured softly.

Looking at the young man's handsome face on the bed, still bearing a touch of youthfulness, yet etched with profound exhaustion, Xiao Yi Xian felt a pang of sympathy.

A hint of tenderness flashed in her eyes, Xiao Yi Xian shook her head slightly. After a moment's thought, she turned and walked out.

A while later, Xiao Yi Xian returned holding a small sachet, which she hung by Lin Ze's bed.

It was a Calming Sachet she had prepared, hoping it would help Lin Ze sleep more soundly.

"Rest well."

Leaving behind a gentle whisper, Xiao Yi Xian turned and left Lin Ze's bedroom, carrying a faint scent of fragrance with her, leaving the space for Lin Ze to rest properly.

Lin Ze slept until evening, sleeping so soundly that he felt disoriented, before his spirits finally recovered.

Moreover, he vaguely felt that his Soul Perception, after being overdrawn and then recovering, seemed to have become a little stronger?

He wondered if he was special, or if Soul Perception could also be improved in this way?

After all, physical training could improve bodily strength through constant pounding, recovery, and then further pounding.

But could Soul Perception be the same?

Setting aside his doubts, Lin Ze looked at the small sachet hanging by his bedside.

Lin Ze picked it up and brought it to his nose, sniffing gently.

There was a faint scent of medicinal herbs.

After a moment's thought, Lin Ze knew who had made this small sachet.

Creak--

The door opened, and Lin Ze looked towards the small courtyard.

He saw Xiao Yi Xian sitting at the stone table in the courtyard, flipping through a book.

"Lin Ze, you're awake. Are you hungry? I kept the food warm in the pot. Do you want me to bring it over?"

Xiao Yi Xian heard the movement, looked up, and saw Lin Ze's figure. She immediately smiled and said.

"I am a bit hungry. I slept so soundly this time. I haven't slept this comfortably in a long time."

Lin Ze said with a smile.

He felt that he could sleep so comfortably this time not only because his mind was exhausted but also because he had resolved a major issue.

He sat at the table, watching Xiao Yi Xian busy herself at the stove, feeling a sense of his wife being busy around the house.

Lin Ze propped his chin with his hand, enjoying this peaceful and warm moment.

Xiao Yi Xian placed all the dishes on the table. Seeing Lin Ze staring at her somewhat absentmindedly, her pretty face flushed slightly.

"What's wrong?"

"Nothing, I just saw a different side of you and felt a bit surprised."

"A different side?"

"Yes, unlike the steady and serious demeanor of a pharmacist, you have the virtuous charm of a homemaker."

Xiao Yi Xian rolled her eyes slightly upon hearing this and said with a hint of annoyance.

"Why do I feel like you're teasing me?"

"That's your illusion. I'm just stating how I feel."

Lin Ze smiled and began to taste the dishes.

"Speaking of which, we might have to return to Qingshan Town in a couple of days."

"My subordinate had an adventure in the Magical Beast Mountain Range and accidentally learned that there is a ruin near Qingshan Town."

"I think I'll explore that ruin before going to participate in the Jia Nan Academy recruitment."

"A ruin!?" Xiao Yi Xian said with some surprise.

She lived in Qingshan Town and naturally knew about the treasure hunting and ruins that mercenaries often talked about.

The Magical Beast Mountain Range was a dangerous place, but also a place of opportunity.

There were often legends of mercenaries finding ruins in some part of the Magical Beast Mountain Range, obtaining opportunities, and then soaring to the heavens to become powerful figures.

Nine out of ten mercenaries near the Magical Beast Mountain Range had fantasized about finding ruins and soaring to the heavens themselves one day.

"Wait, you mean I can go too?"

"Of course, didn't we agree to go to the Jia Nan Academy recruitment together? I can't just leave you halfway, can I?" Lin Ze said with a smile.

"But ruins often represent opportunities..."

"They also represent danger," Lin Ze chuckled. "I still want to borrow your specially prepared medicinal powders to clear away potential dangers along the way."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi Xian pursed her crystal clear, tender pink lips.

She knew Lin Ze said this to alleviate her psychological burden.

After all, Lin Ze's loyal subordinates could also clear away dangers along the way.

They could even do it better than her.

Yet, even under these circumstances, Lin Ze still invited her to accompany him.

Xiao Yi Xian silently made a mental note to repay him when the opportunity arose in the future.