Of course, leaving them behind was also intentional. She knew the Sun Family wouldn’t have good days ahead in the coming years, and it wasn’t because she was soft-hearted. Seeing Mrs. Sun’s aged face now, she knew her purpose had been achieved, and she felt quite satisfied. Her goal was for the family to be scattered across various places, experiencing isolation and helplessness, wearing themselves out both mentally and physically, and living in decline. Watching Yunyi leave so nonchalantly without a hint of sentimentality for their past connection, Mrs. Sun trembled with anger, but no one noticed the subtle change in her body. Auntie Wei had indeed put all her culinary skills to use. As Yunyi entered the courtyard, the last dish was just being served. Seeing the fruit in Yunyi’s hand, Auntie Wei said, "You should’ve just come as you are. Why bring such expensive things?" Yunyi’s lips curled into a smile. "I saw it was fresh and bought some. Let’s try it together later." Hearing they would try it together, Auntie Wei didn’t insist any further. "Come inside, let’s start eating." While Yunyi and the Wei Family were enjoying their meal, Mrs. Sun, feeling unwell, was about to carry the cooked food back to her room when she suddenly fell, dropping the dishes she held. She frightened the neighbors who were busy in the courtyard. By the time everyone managed to get her to the hospital amidst the commotion, the doctors concluded after an examination that she had suffered a stroke. It wasn’t until the next day, when Yunyi returned home after finishing the poster photoshoot, that she heard the news from Wei Hongyan. Serves her right, she cursed inwardly. After learning over the phone that Ji Province had already experienced two heavy snowfalls, she grew worried about Yuan Yuxun and his grandson. She intended to wrap up her affairs in Beijing quickly and return to Ji Province. What Yunyi didn’t know was that Zhang Xueyan hadn’t been idle ever since learning Yunyi had returned to Beijing for reshoots and promotional poster photography. ɴᴇᴡ ɴᴏᴠᴇʟ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀʀᴇ ᴘᴜʙʟɪsʜᴇᴅ ᴏɴ 𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭⚑𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮⚑𝕟𝕖𝕥 That day, after Yunyi completed her filming tasks and declined the crew’s offer to escort her, she headed straight for the department store, planning to stock up on items to take back to Ji Province. Not long after entering the department store, she sensed someone following her. Releasing her spiritual power to investigate, she saw three ruffian-looking individuals not far behind. A slight smile played on her lips. She had no enemies in Beijing to speak of, so without a doubt, these must be people sent by Zhang Xueyan. She methodically bought the items she needed, tucked the smaller ones from her cloth bag into her storage space, and left the department store carrying the other items that couldn’t be so easily concealed. She then quickly ducked into a nearby alley, turned a couple of corners, and after ensuring no one was around, stored all the items in her space. She then dusted off her hands and walked back out. Just after walking a short distance, she ran straight into the three men. One of the ruffians, a leering young man, whistled at Yunyi. "Hey, this chick is a real looker! Such soft, delicate skin must feel amazing to touch." Another chimed in, "Indeed, we’ve hit the jackpot." The third one, his eyes glinting with lust, urged, "What are we waiting for then? There’s a dead end up ahead." The three exchanged a glance, preparing to grab her. But before Yunyi could react, someone rushed up from behind. In no time, he had kicked the three so hard they were crying out for their parents, huddling together and begging for mercy. "Stop kicking! We won’t do it again! Please, spare us!" Fang Haibing stopped his assault and turned to Yunyi. "Are you alright?" Yunyi nodded slightly. "I’m fine, thank you." She had a feeling this person had specifically come for these three. A trace of curiosity flickered in her eyes. Pointing at the three men shivering on the ground, she asked, "Do you know them?"