Chapter 479

Milutin's eyes were now unlike anything he had ever seen before; his movements and speech were unusually gentle, a stark contrast to the carefree, enthusiastic Milutin he remembered.

But what bothered him even more were Milutin's clothes, which were completely soaked, and the marks on her legs and arms, which were clearly marks left by twigs in the bushes.

That idiot Milutin, has she been searching for me and Yao Shi countless times in these mountains all this time...?

"I think if it were the young master, he would definitely try to contact us to find a way out, instead of just sitting at the bottom of the cliff and waiting to die."

"So I thought maybe the young master had already gone to a relatively conspicuous and safe area to wait for rescue, because the young master is very smart, he will definitely find the best solution in the shortest amount of time."

Milutin reached out and held Wu Liang's hands tightly, whispering something in her voice, which was exceptionally gentle and filled with indescribable joy and excitement.

She comforted Wu Liang like a gentle older sister, stroking Wu Liang's cheek. After confirming that this was not her imagination, Milutin smiled brightly.

"Let's go back! Everyone is very worried about you."

Milutin helped Wu Liang lift the weak Yao Shi up. Looking at Yao Shi's pale and weak face, he smiled helplessly. This girl looked like she had suffered a lot.

Fortunately, the young master was there to take care of her; otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable. If the young master hadn't jumped down to save Yao Shi the moment she fell off the cliff...

"Milutin, I'm sorry to have troubled you."

Seeing Milutin's disheveled appearance and face from searching for them, Yao Shi leaned on her shoulder and said apologetically. She couldn't help but reach out and hold Milutin's hand, a smile appearing on her cold face.

Sure enough, the first person to find the young master and her was Milutin. Her hunch was right; if it was Milutin, she would definitely be able to find them.

"Stop talking, I'll take you to see a doctor right away."

Milutin, holding Yao Shi's slender waist, frowned slightly. Yao Shi's body temperature was alarmingly high, probably due to falling into the sea and being soaked in the rain for too long, which caused the girl to catch a cold.

This girl's mental and physical condition has deteriorated to an extreme degree. If we don't take her back quickly, things will get complicated.

"You're soaking wet. Why didn't you bring an umbrella to pick us up? Are you an idiot?"

Yao Shi leaned against Milutin's chest and smiled faintly. This was the first time she had shown such vulnerability in front of Milutin, and it was also the first time she had revealed her true self to Milutin.

She used to always have a cold face and nag like an old woman about Milutin's rudeness. Now that she thinks about it, she doesn't think she ever spoke to Milutin nicely.

It always felt like she was either lecturing Milutin or on her way to lecturing Milutin. Before she knew it, their bickering had become a daily occurrence, something Milutin did every day.

"You know I've never liked using umbrellas, and besides, they're such a nuisance. Have you ever heard of a mercenary who uses an umbrella while on a mission?"

Milutin reached out and placed her hand on Yao Shi's forehead. The burning heat made her brows furrow even more. She couldn't delay any longer.

"Could you tell me why you don't like using an umbrella? I'd be quite interested."

Yao Shi raised her little hand and wiped the dirt off Milutin's face, laughing softly. Her soft, white face was flushed and very cute.

She really had to thank Milutin for finding this place. If Milutin hadn't found them, the young master would definitely have collapsed from exhaustion in the end.

Even if the young master had a strong physique, he wouldn't last long in such a harsh environment with little water and food, so she was sincerely grateful to Milutin.

Milutin deserves much credit for successfully rescuing the young master from danger, and she will definitely thank her properly once she recovers.

"Once you've recovered, I'll tell you as much as you want."

Looking at Yao Shi, who had already fainted in her arms, Milutin reached out and slapped the other's pert buttocks with a grin.

"Young master! I'll show you the way, our ship is over there!"

In no time, Milutin carried Yao Shi on his back and quickly ran to Wu Liang's side to help him up, pointing to a low-lying area in the distance.

It's time to go home, young master. It's not just her; everyone is worried sick about you.

"Okay, let's go back."

Wu Liang reached out and touched Milutin's damp hair, looking at the scratches on her thigh with a bitter smile. Milutin, that woman... she's really had a tough time...

Chapter 87

Just as Wu Liang caught sight of the ship, Ye Luotong, who was running towards him, crashed into his chest like a cannonball and hugged his waist tightly.

He didn't know if it was because of his physical weakness, but he felt that Ye Luotong was unusually strong. The impact of the collision knocked him back several steps and he almost fell.

Ye Luotong only shows her vulnerable side when she is alone with him. In front of outsiders, Ye Luotong is strong, cold, and mature.

He had never seen Ye Luotong so panicked, nor had he ever seen her so disregard Ye Luotong teacher image and snuggle in his arms like a little girl in front of outsiders.

"Teacher Ye, there are so many people watching, don't you care about your image?"

Wu Liang hugged Ye Luotong and smiled slightly. She was genuinely worried about him; her panic was evident in Ye Luotong's trembling shoulders.

She's already twenty-five or twenty-six, wasn't she supposed to be terrified of people finding out about her relationship with him? How come she's like this now...?

"Who cares about appearances now! My boyfriend almost died!! How am I supposed to stay calm?!"

"Do you really think I can remain composed at a time like this? Do you think I wouldn't worry about you at all? What am I supposed to do if something really happens to you?!"

Ye Luotong, already sobbing uncontrollably, bit her cherry lips and gripped Wu Liang's collar tightly, loudly questioning him. How could she not worry about Wu Liang? How could she possibly let go of his worries?

Jumping straight down from that height, is Wu Liang really not planning to die? Doesn't he fear that something might happen to him?

Does that brat know how she got through that night, especially after learning that Wu Liang and Yao had fallen off the cliff? She even felt like she was about to stop breathing.

She didn't sleep a wink all night, hoping to hear from him as soon as possible, but this guy still had the nerve to joke with her.

"Sorry."

Seeing Ye Luotong's makeup ruined by tears, Wu Liang put away his joking attitude and apologized to her with eyes full of remorse.

Gently stroking her back to soothe her, Wu Liang looked up at Qiao Ranxin, who was watching them from a distance.

Qiao Ranxin didn't use an umbrella either; she casually wore a white turtleneck sweater with a simple long cardigan over it.

Her long, silver-gray curly hair was soaked by the rain, a hint of relief flickered in her cherry-pink eyes, and her tightly pursed red lips relaxed considerably.

He didn't know how long Qiao Ranxin had been standing in that position in the rain, but it was definitely not just a moment. Her clothes were so soaked through that they could be easily wrung out.

"Alright, you should go and rest on the boat for a while. Milutin and I will go and take care of Yao Shi."

Ye Luotong broke free from Wu Liang's embrace, her delicate face flushed. She was still quite shy about doing such a thing in front of so many people.

She acted too impulsively just now. If it were just Milutin and Yao Shi, it wouldn't be a big deal, but Principal Qiao is watching her from a distance...

But there's nothing she can do about it. She was already worried sick about Wu Liang, and she'll definitely feel relieved to see him safe and sound.

"Well, I'll leave Yao Shi in your care. She seems to have a fever."

Wu Liang nodded simply. So many people around him were worried about him, and Han Yu would definitely feel guilty about this for a long time. He would comfort that girl properly when he got back.

"Young master, you must not do such dangerous things again next time. Master and Madam are very worried about you."

Yao Qing, who was guarding the rear, smiled faintly at Wu Liang. His long, bright silver hair was tied into a ponytail, and his handsome face was adorned with black-rimmed glasses. Dressed in a suit and tie, he looked exceptionally gentlemanly at this moment.

This was one of the few opportunities Wu Liang had to see Yao Qing dressed in men's clothing in a serious manner. Yao Qing's straight figure and dashing demeanor made him look just like a young master.

"So you expect me to sit idly by and do nothing, even if your own sister falls into the deep sea and drowns?"

Wu Liang rolled his eyes at Yao Qing. He knew that Yao Qing cared a lot about her younger sister Yao Shi, but she just hadn't shown it much in daily life.

If he really dared to just stand by and watch Yao Shi fall off the cliff without doing anything, Yao Qing would probably grab a kitchen knife and fight him to the death.

"Compared to the young master, Yao Shi's life is of course insignificant. My brother and I are servants of the Wu family. We have long since dedicated our lives to the Wu family, to the master, and to you."

"Yao Shi's current predicament is related to her own lack of ability. So even if she drowned in the deep sea, it is ultimately her fault for fearing the deep sea. The Wu family has no need for weaklings."

Yao Qing placed her right hand on her chest and bowed gracefully to Wu Liang, her smiling appearance making it impossible to discern her true thoughts.

Do you think I'd believe your nonsense?

Wu Liang punched Yao Qing in the chest. If someone else had said such a thing, he might have believed it, but if it came from Yao Qing's mouth, he would never believe it even if he were beaten to death.

"I'm just telling the truth. As servants, we live for you, young master. You have no obligation to risk your life to save us. It would be a stain on our lives."

"But I know you will definitely save Yao Shi, right? If it's you, Yao Shi will definitely not be in any danger. That's what makes you so special."

Yao Qing opened his eyes. This was one of the few times he was serious. He wholeheartedly approved of Wu Liang. He hadn't misjudged him. Entrusting Yao Shi to the young master was undoubtedly the best decision he had ever made.

The young master has never treated Yao Shi as just a servant. That alone is enough. The young master is Yao Shi's rightful owner, without a doubt.

"There's no need for you to remind me. Let's go back."

Wu Liang patted Yao Qing on the shoulder. It was rare to see Yao Qing open her eyes and look so serious. Was this a pleasant surprise?

"Young Master."

After a moment of silence, Yao Qing suddenly called out to Wu Liang, who was standing in front of her.

"Is there anything else?"

Wu Liang scratched his head and turned away helplessly. He was actually very tired and wanted to rest instead of arguing with Yao Qing.

"Thank you for saving Yao Shi. As Yao Shi's older brother, I am truly grateful to you from the bottom of my heart."

Yao Qing put away his earlier joke and bowed deeply. He no longer needed to worry about Yao Shi's future. That girl no longer needed his care. He greatly approved of Yao Shi and the young master as a perfect couple.

"Of course, that's my girlfriend."

Wu Liang grinned. Yao Qing was more interesting when she was being unserious.

Chapter 88

Qiao Ranxin's feelings were complicated. Her delicate hands, clenched against her chest, almost deformed the embroidered patterns on her clothes. She didn't know what to say to express her current emotions.

As she followed Yao Qing and her group to this cliffside shrouded in thick fog, the raging waves crashed against the cliff face with a deafening roar. The thunderous sound echoed across the sea for a long time, and even the deck of the ship trembled.

Only at this moment did she clearly realize how insignificant human power is in the face of nature, like a small boat powerless in a raging storm, drifting with the current and unable to resist.

The waves on the sea surface splashed up to a height of seven or eight meters. Yao Shi and Wu Liang, who fell from the suspension bridge, fell straight into the deep sea. She couldn't imagine how Wu Liang and Yao Shi could survive in such a harsh environment, let alone how they could fight against nature.

Therefore, after witnessing the treacherous environment firsthand, her worries about Wu Liang and Yao Shi far exceeded her original expectations.

Could they really swim to shore in the raging waves? Would they successfully escape and find a safe zone to await rescue? Was Wu Liang injured? How would they survive that rainy night?

Countless questions came at her one after another, which made Qiao Ranxin's belief that Wu Liang was alright waver. This was also the first time she had worried so much about a man that she couldn't eat or sleep.

But when she saw that Milutin had successfully brought Wu Liang and Yao Shi back, and that Wu Liang was in good spirits, she breathed a sigh of relief.

Nothing could make her happier than Wu Liang being safe and sound; the fact that the kid wasn't injured was the best news.

"What am I even worrying about all by myself here...?"

Qiao Ranxin lifted her wet, long hair, revealing her delicate, rosy earlobes. Her previously stern face instantly melted into a gentle smile, a bright smile curving her lips. As long as that boy was alright, that was enough. She didn't ask for anything else, but...

Teacher Ye and Wu Liang have a really close relationship; it turns out that a slight age difference can work...

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Ye Luotong sat by the bedside, watching over Yao Shi, who had fallen into a deep sleep. She changed the towel for her again. The child had a strong constitution; after taking the medicine, she just needed to rest more.

With her and Milutin here to take care of Yao Shi, that's good enough. As for the others, they've been working hard all night, so everyone should go and rest early.

"She's calmed down a bit after taking the fever reducer. It's enough with me, Milutin, here to take care of her. You all should go and get some rest, especially Teacher Zhuang, you should go and rest."

Remembering something, Ye Luotong squinted and looked at Yao Qing with a smile. This Teacher Zhuang De is really good at acting. If it weren't for this sudden event, she might still be in the dark.

The teacher was just a false identity used by Yao Qing. He was a caregiver similar to Wu Liang, and also the biological brother of Yao Shi.

Tsk, the name Zhuang De... doesn't that practically mean he's faking it...? And yet she didn't realize it at first...

"Thank you for your help. I'll leave my sister in your care, Teacher Ye."

Yao Qing ignored the eye roll Ye Luotong gave him, smiled politely, and left the room. Whew... thankfully, neither Yao Shi nor the young master were injured. Although the outcome was as he had predicted, the process still left him somewhat shaken.

He couldn't imagine the consequences if something happened to these two people. Putting aside what would happen to the master and the woman, he himself would vent all his anger on that bunch of useless people in the maritime search and rescue team.

"Hey, your sister is alright, and Wu Liang is alright too. You should be relieved now. Stop pretending to be calm. You're clearly worried to the point of tears."

Yun Xi, with her hair in pigtails, reached out and tugged at Yao Qing's sleeve, holding a White Rabbit milk candy in her soft little hand and extending it in front of Yao Qing.

She knew very well how worried Yao Qing was about those two people. This was the first time she had ever seen Yao Qing show such anxiety and tension. Although it was only for a brief moment, he was indeed flustered.

That cold-blooded and ruthless killer can also feel worried and afraid because of someone important to her. Hey, she originally thought Yao Qing was always a calm and unusually composed person.

"Really? I feel like I've always been optimistic. I've always believed that the young master and the others will be safe and sound. Even Ms. Qiao isn't as calm as I am in this regard."

Yao Qing smiled and patted Yun Xi's little head, peeled off the crispy wrapper of the milk candy, put it in her mouth and chewed it slowly. Mmm, it's very sweet, it tastes like Yun Xi.