Chapter 1129: Chapter 1129: Master Yun Returns to the Jianghu The arrival of Lu Jingan was perfectly timed, not only stopping Yun Lih and Xia Siyu from continuing their conversation but also diffusing the tense atmosphere at that moment. At the very least, it eased the heavy feeling in Xia Siyu’s heart considerably. Later, Yun Lih witnessed Lu Jingan squat down and take a tissue from his pocket to clean the dirt and grass off Xia Siyu’s foot. Such a small thing, yet he did it with great seriousness. Yun Lih had no idea what he was thinking at that particular moment, even the way he pulled Xia Siyu seemed abrupt and inexplicable. “Brother Lih, do you still have something to do?” At this point, Lu Jingan stood up from the ground, politely looked at Yun Lih, and said, “It seems that Sisi’s ankle might be sprained. I might need to take her to the hospital to have it checked.” Yun Lih wanted to say she wasn’t that delicate, but noticing the tension in Lu Jingan’s eyes, he let go of her hand and stepped aside to make way, “Mm, go ahead.” Lu Jingan politely said goodbye, while Yun Lih remained standing in place, silently smoking. The figures in front were moving further and further away, and he could vaguely hear Lu Jingan’s suggestion, “Do you want me to carry you?” “No need.” Xia Siyu strolled forward unhurriedly, she said, “I’m not that delicate.” Her words and answers still felt like the familiar Xia Lao Wu Yun Lih knew, yet it seemed something had changed. Yun Lih also did not know. After the two of them left the cathedral, Xia Siyu looked at Lu Jingan, “Just now… thank you.” No matter what Lu Jingan’s motives were for helping her out, at least it made her less passive in front of Yun Lih. Hearing this, Lu Jingan calmly smiled, “No need to thank me, it was just a small effort.” Xia Siyu met his gaze, the prior awkwardness replaced by a touch of calmness, “Anyway, thank you.” Apart from Yun Lih, no one could make her lose her sanity and defenses. Even though Lu Jingan was indeed a good candidate for a relationship, Xia Siyu still hesitated to take that step. That’s where the memory ended. Xia Siyu was still standing next to the bookshelf display, staring wistfully at the diamond bouquet, and after a few seconds, she shook her head self-deprecatingly. It had been over three months since her elder sister’s lavish wedding. She heard that Yun Lih had returned to Parma and might still be battling the toxins in his body. Xia Siyu sighed, covered the bouquet with the glass dome once again, returned to the manager’s desk, and opened her computer to immerse herself in work. Being busy can temporarily help one forget all worries. Meanwhile, at the Parma Shang Family Old House. In the tea room, Shang Zonghai poured a cup of hot tea and pushed it to the opposite side of the tea table, “Are you planning to return today?” “Mm.” Yun Lih nodded with considerable respect, “Thank you for the trouble you’ve taken during this time.” Shang Zonghai sipped his tea, his gaze calm and deep, “It’s no trouble at all. Make sure to keep the prescription, take the medicine regularly, and you’ll live a long life.” Such words, when spoken by others, might hint at arrogance, but coming from the renowned King of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Parma, the weight they carry is self-evident. Yun Lih’s Adam’s apple moved slightly, grasping the teacup tightly, he sincerely expressed his gratitude, “Thank you for your blessings.” “These are not mere blessings.” Shang Zonghai picked up the teapot, pouring water into the teacup as he spoke, “It’s the truth. Young people shouldn’t be too pessimistic.” The long-dead hope in Yun Lih’s eyes finally showed a glimmer of light. He had been receiving treatment at the Shang Family Old House for a year now, time passing by relentlessly, he thought he had no chance left. In fact… he had envisioned more than once how to end his life. The blue-ringed octopus, known to be an unsolvable dilemma, isn’t it so? A short silence spread through the tea room, for someone like Shang Zonghai could discern Yun Lih’s innermost thoughts with just a glance. He slowly smiled, stood up, and opened the wooden window, looking out at the green garden with his hands behind his back, saying mysteriously, “Yun Lih, you’re worrying too much. Everything has its conditions, and you, having walked on the edge of the blade and through fire and water over these years, should understand best the saying that life and death are predestined.” The latest_epɪ_sodes are on_the 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵✦𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮✦𝓷𝓮𝓽 That’s why Shang Zonghai is both admirable and intimidating. With just a few words, he could break through the anxiety and conflict in a person’s heart. Yun Lih gazed at his back, gradually transitioning from confusion to realization, finally reaching enlightenment as if having a sudden insight. “Elder Shang, thank you.” Yun Lih stood up, bowing respectfully in gratitude. Shang Zonghai turned his head, a gentle smile hanging on his face, “Go, do what you want to do, and you can always come back for a visit when you have time.” That night, in Nia State. Yun Lih returned to the long-abandoned apartment, the room was already cleaned but permeated with an air of cold desolation. The floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides reflected the dazzling city lights, an inexplicable emptiness suddenly overwhelmed him. Yun Lih opened his phone, browsing through the contact list, his gaze inadvertently swept past the name He Chen, and a sentence suddenly popped into his head. ——You think everyone’s just as confused about what they really want, huh? Yun Lih’s gaze froze, his thoughts swirling endlessly. When did he start having feelings for Xia Siyu? Was it because of her fearless dedication, or because of her selfless devotion without expecting anything in return? He had once harshly told her not to have expectations, driven her away time and again, and eventually, she really did as he asked. But now, it seemed he couldn’t let go. Xia Siyu’s feelings were intense and forthright; her affection for him was widely known. However, after that encounter at He Chen’s wedding, she seemed… different. Yun Lih pressed his thin lips together, casually picked up a pack of cigarettes, hesitated repeatedly, and finally decided to call his silly younger brother, Yun Ling, “Lu Jingan, get his detailed information for me.” Yun Ling was urging his subordinates to train on the mercenary group’s training ground when he suddenly received Yun Lih’s instruction, he asked excitedly, “Brother, is there a mission?” “Haven’t you had enough loss?” Yun Lih’s handsome face darkened slightly, reprimanding in a cold voice, “Even if there’s a mission, it won’t come to you. Hurry up and get me his information.” After hanging up the phone, Yun Lih was extremely agitated. More than three months had passed, he didn’t know what stage she and Lu Jingan were at now. Were they close lovers, or an engaged couple? If time could turn back a year, he might have sincerely given them his blessing, but now… he couldn’t bless them! There wasn’t any particular reason, he just didn’t want to see Xia Siyu with the scheming Lu Jingan. That night, Yun Lih made three phone calls. Not only did he obtain Lu Jingan’s information, but he also revealed a piece of news to various forces. Master Yun of the Mercenary Group was back in action after a year of silence. A week later, the Spring Festival holiday had ended, and Xia Siyu was preparing to head to the South Sea to find Li Qiao. In the evening, she and Lu Jingan were having dinner together at Cloud Western Restaurant. Shortly after Xia Siyu sat down, she looked around the spacious and quiet restaurant, “Did you book the entire place?” “I’ve seen how busy you’ve been lately; your mood must have been affected, so I figured you wouldn’t like too noisy an environment.”