After provoking the holy maiden of Miao territory, she was infected with a love curse.

Catching a cold is no fun.

Yin Huaixi squatted in front of the medicine stove, feeling utterly hopeless. After decocting medicine for Sang Che, she continued to decoct medicine for herself.

The strong smell of traditional Chinese medicine swept over, making Yin Huaixi feel quite nauseous.

Fortunately, she had nothing to do at home, so she often worked with her older sisters to develop new products, which meant that Yin Huaixi wasn't exactly a pampered young lady who never lifted a finger.

"The medicine is ready."

Holding the scalding hot porcelain bowl, Yin Huaixi walked towards Sang Che's side.

Leaning against the window, listening to the rustling of bamboo leaves in the wind, Yin Huaixi noticed that she was fiddling with a dish in her hand, and a bad feeling crept into her heart.

This exquisite vessel must contain a giant Gu worm!

As she rubbed the ice cracks with her fingertips, Sang Che could hear the messages that the mother Gu was conveying to her.

Outsiders have entered the village.

It was a completely unfamiliar scent.

That person had half Miao blood, and should be a Miao who had been living among the Han people for a long time.

Sang Che is still unsure whether the person lingering there is looking for Yin Huaixi or another outsider imprisoned in the cave.

The offspring Gu cannot be separated from the mother Gu for too long, otherwise it will perish.

Sang Che casually lifted the lid with his fingertips, and a small red insect in the distance folded its wings and quietly landed on Sang Che's fingertips.

It nuzzled against Sang Che affectionately, then obediently slipped into the dish.

Yin Huaixi, who witnessed this scene, did not dare to utter a sound.

But doubts arose in her mind.

The original novel states that she knew Sang Che released the crimson insects to gather information about the village.

Normally, Sang Che is guarded by Xiao Ya'er, a little red snake that loves to compete for attention and will report everything that happens near Sang Che's residence to her.

The places this worm can go are quite far.

Unfortunately, there are also drawbacks.

That means there wasn't enough time.

But that short time was enough for Sang Che to turn the entire village upside down.

Could it be that outsiders have entered the village, given that Sang Che is paying attention to this?

A hint of joy flashed in Yin Huaixi's eyes, but she dared not show it too obviously and immediately suppressed it.

If it really is her sister's people looking for her, then she must make contact with them to prepare for her future escape.

We can't keep living such a meaningless life.

Otherwise, once Sang Che completely loses patience, she will likely be forcibly implanted with a Gu worm and become a plaything and a lackey.

This inescapable thread of fate is truly infuriating.

...

Sang Che casually placed the emerald-green vessel on the wooden table and reached out her fingertips to touch the medicine that Yin Huaixi had prepared for her.

Seeing Sang Che's finger stretching straight forward.

Yin Huaixi felt a pang of pity.

Her body language reacted faster than her brain, her fingertips gripping Sang Che's palm.

With her other hand, she pinched the edge of the porcelain bowl and pushed the decocted medicine in front of Sang Che.

Yin Huaixi said helplessly, "I'll feed you instead. It's not convenient for you to be like this."

Hearing her softened tone, Sang Che nodded, reverting to her "delicate" demeanor from that morning.

"Alright."

Holding the spoon, Yin Huaixi shook the brown Chinese medicine in the bowl. Just smelling it made her feel uneasy.

Injections are a short-term pain, but drinking traditional Chinese medicine is a long-term pain!

Slowly scooping up a spoonful of Chinese medicine, Yin Huaixi was worried that the medicine would be too hot, so she first brought the spoon to her lips and gently blew on it.

I wonder if this Chinese medicine can cure the female lead's "female contact list" and let her leave this place.

Sensing Yin Huaixi's gentleness and thoughtfulness, Sang Che narrowed his eyes slightly, parted his thin lips, and put the porcelain spoon in his mouth, swallowing the Chinese medicine bit by bit.

Her slight downward movement stirred Yin Huaixi's heart, and he gripped the spoon handle tightly with his thumb.

An ambiguous atmosphere filled the air between the two when a knock sounded at the door.

The dull sound was like an invisible hand pulling Yin Huaixi's shoulder, bringing her back to her senses.

Oops…

How did I accidentally fall into the heroine's seductive trap again!

Next time, I must be more careful next time!

The honey trap, this insidious and vicious trick, works on both men and women!

Sang Che was quite disappointed by the distance Yin Huaixi had retreated after being startled. She concealed her disappointment and looked up at the person outside the door, saying, "Come in."

With Sang Che's approval, the wooden door was finally pushed open, and the two maids who had gone out to buy things earlier were carrying large and small bags.

Step inside.

"Holy Maiden, these are the new goods the peddler in the village has just restocked. I heard they're from outside, and a lot of people are buying them."

"We also bought a variety of things to bring over for you to try."

That's what they said, but all those colorful packages were heading in the direction of Yin Huaixi.

Yin Huaixi: "..."

Sima Zhao's intentions...

Sang Che didn't really like sweets, but the Chinese medicine he had just taken was bitter and astringent, and Yin Huaixi had overcooked it, giving it a slightly burnt taste.

Sang Che was stunned for a moment. She wondered if Yin Huaixi had deliberately overcooked it or accidentally overcooked it.

Sang Che: "You're very kind. Go and rest."

"If you don't have enough money, go to the chieftain for more."

Upon hearing Sang Che's words, the two maids laughed heartily and turned to leave.

The door was closed again, and this time Sang Che wanted to observe Yin Huaixi's reaction.

With Han Chinese people entering the village, Yin Huaixi must be feeling excited.

She understood that the best way to keep Yin Huaixi at ease in the village was to let Yin Huaixi sense an opportunity to escape.

Otherwise, if we lock her up too tightly, it might cause trouble, and Yin Huaixi might risk everything to break free.

This is the worst.

...

Distractedly unwrapping the oil paper package, a fresh and elegant fragrance of locust blossoms wafted out, and Yin Huaixi's heart tightened.

Those who knew it was the eldest sister entered the village!

This locust flower pastry was developed by her and her elder sister, and it became a bestseller in pastry shops as soon as it hit the market.

However, the locust flower season is very short, and not many people grow it, so this pastry can only be a seasonal product.

This pastry was also made with dried locust flowers, which seems to have been done intentionally by the eldest sister, who wanted someone to bring the pastry into the village.

It was so that she could see it.

Sang Che also smelled the fragrance of locust blossoms. He touched the teapot lid, picked up the warm teapot, and poured himself a cup of tea.

The steam rose gently upwards, she said with a smile.

"The people of Lingshui City are so refined. They incorporate flowers into their food, which is served with rice cakes. If it were accompanied by tea, the aroma of tea and flowers would surely fill the air."

"This pastry doesn't seem like something an ordinary family could make; it must have been invented by some large shop, right?"

Hearing this, Yin Huaixi was terrified.

As expected of the female lead, her counter-surveillance skills are amazing; no wonder the imperial court couldn't catch her.

She could sense so much that was wrong with just a small pastry.

Yin Huaixi quickly interrupted, picking up a piece and stuffing it into Sang Che's mouth, intending to shut her up.

With her pearly teeth gently holding the tender white pastry, Sang Che cupped it in her hands and swallowed a mouthful.

Yin Huaixi hurriedly tried to clear her elder sister's name, looking up at the sky and down at the ground, carefully choosing her words.

"This is indeed a popular item in Lingshui City. I suppose... once there is demand, someone will definitely make it."

Sang Che nodded as he ate: "These street vendors have learned a bit from me, but I don't know if the taste will be as good as the original."

"I think it tastes pretty good."

"Would Huaixi like to give it a try?"

After handing over the pastry that had already been partially eaten, Yin Huaixi was once again terrified by Sang Che's smile.

Is she pointing at... herself?

Sang Che seemed to know who was behind these words, whether openly or secretly.

wrong…

If the female lead knew the truth about her escape, she would have already tied her wrists together with rope and thrown her on the bed.

Where else can you find such tenderness and affection?