Chapter 141: The Atmosphere Heats Up

Xie Yingying felt dejected, but seeing Bai Qirui, she forced a smile. "Third Brother, I am fine. It is because of me that Bai Shengyun ended up like this; even if he wants to scold or strike me, I deserve it. You don't have to be so angry!"

Bai Qirui was speechless. Is this person a fool?

Bai Shengyun, watching Xie Yingying act so spinelessly, felt an inexplicable wave of irritation. When did this girl become such a coward? She was usually so sharp-tongued and quick-witted when mocking others! Seeing her act as docile as a kitten now, he felt rather unaccustomed to it.

"Xie Yingying, there is no need to be so miserable. If the disciples of the immortal sects saw you, they would think you were preparing to be a widow!" Bai Shengyun awkwardly delivered a cold joke, hoping to cheer the young girl up, but the effect was negligible.

Xie Yingying’s eyes widened like bells, their rims turning bright red and brimming with tears. "How can you say such things? You are definitely not going to die." As she spoke, more tears threatened to fall.

Bai Shengyun was completely at a loss, casting a pleading look toward his third brother. Bai Qirui simply rolled his eyes; he knew to ask for help now, but what was he thinking before? Nevertheless, he couldn't bear to see the young girl crying so sorrowfully, so he said, "Alright, you two, one after another—when will this end?"

Xie Yingying lowered her head, and Bai Shengyun lay half-reclined on the bed; the air between them grew incredibly awkward. Seeing their bashful demeanor, Bai Qirui suddenly felt a desire to play matchmaker. He hurriedly shoved the medicine into Xie Yingying’s hands. "Sister-in-law! I suddenly remembered I have urgent matters to attend to and cannot look after the Third Brother. I’ll leave this medicine with you; you’ll need to change his dressings later. I’ll be off!"

The title "Sister-in-law" made Xie Yingying’s face flush beet red. Standing there holding the medicine, at a loss, she shouted toward Bai Qirui, "Third Brother, I don’t know how to do this! Don't leave!"

Bai Qirui was already halfway out the door, moving with lightning speed. "If you have any questions, just ask Bai Shengyun! He knows everything!"

At this point, Xie Yingying realized that Bai Qirui was intentionally trying to set them up. However, since the wound was in such a sensitive area on his back, it would surely require removing his clothes. A crimson heat rushed to her fair cheeks. Just as she wanted to call out to Bai Qirui again, she saw that he had already vanished into the distance.

Xie Yingying stood frozen in place. She looked at Bai Shengyun, who immediately turned his head away. She could only let out a resigned sigh, approach the bed, and say softly, "Let me change your dressing."

Bai Shengyun frowned, his face full of displeasure. He turned away and said coldly, "No need." But, hidden from her sight, a flush of red rapidly climbed up his face.

Xie Yingying felt embarrassed, but thinking of his poor complexion, she worried about what might happen if she didn't tend to his wounds in time. "Then what about your injury?"

"That’s none of your business!" Bai Shengyun snapped, his tone harsh and petulant, a hint of hostility in his eyes. *What is with this girl and her reluctant expression? Isn't it only natural for a fiancée to take care of her fiancé? Who was it that held a gun to her forehead earlier?* Bai Shengyun felt thoroughly disgruntled.

Xie Yingying, however, was unaware of his inner conflict. Seeing him throwing a temper tantrum and making light of his own health, she became even more incensed. She wanted to leave him be, but remembering that he was injured while saving her, her heart softened. Looking at his defiant expression, Xie Yingying narrowed her eyes dangerously, her voice dropping a few degrees. "You really don't want your medicine changed?"

Bai Shengyun was still sulking and failed to notice the hidden danger in her tone. Without a second thought, he retorted, "I don't want it changed. Besides, this is my business, you don't need to worry about it. Go do whatever you were doing; don't appear in front of me."

A flash of anger crossed Xie Yingying’s face. She gave a slight nod and said, "Fine!"

With that, she grabbed Bai Shengyun and pulled him toward the bed, immediately reaching for his clothes. Bai Shengyun was startled and hurriedly clutched his garments, shouting, "Xie Yingying, what are you doing? How dare you strip a man! Do you even know the meaning of shame?" *Does this woman have any concept of her own gender, daring to do something like this?*

Seeing him struggle violently, a trace of impatience flickered in her delicate eyes. "I will change your dressing first. After that, I won’t stop you from going anywhere."

A tearing sound followed, and the thin fabric was ruined. Bai Shengyun glared at her, his eyes full of suppressed fury. Xie Yingying averted her gaze but didn't let go, curling her lip. "If you hadn't struggled, the clothes wouldn't have ripped. If you move again, I won't care anymore."

She stripped his clothes away and began to apply the medicine herself. At this moment, Bai Shengyun dared not move a muscle. As the Young Emperor of the Celestial Foxes, he had never felt such embarrassment in his life. Xie Yingying leaned over him, eyes fixed intently on his bare back as she worked carefully.

When she removed the bandage and saw the black discoloration around the wound, a flash of horror crossed her eyes. She wanted to cry out but bit her lip hard, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. *So, his condition hadn't just worsened—he had been poisoned.* Yet, he had hidden it from her. Was it because he feared she would feel guilty?

Xie Yingying’s heart was a whirlpool of conflicting emotions. She didn't know what to say and silently continued the treatment. Bai Shengyun didn't dare to breathe. As his focus centered, his other senses became incredibly acute. He could feel the girl’s faint, sweet fragrance surrounding him, and her delicate fingers tracing the contours of his skin, inch by inch...

A look of both agony and ecstasy crossed Bai Shengyun’s face, his breathing becoming heavy. Xie Yingying could feel the subtle changes in the atmosphere as the room grew warmer and the man’s body began to burn with heat. Having already experienced the ways of the world, she knew exactly what this meant. Her face turned bright red.

The atmosphere grew heavy with unspoken intimacy. Neither spoke a word. Outside the window, the moonlight poured in, looking beautiful and serene. Neither of them knew that Bai Qirui had already returned. Having seen that his third brother clearly held deep feelings for Xie Yingying, but knowing his brother was too stubborn to confess, he decided that only he could be the one to push things forward.