People in Qin Dynasty: Opening the treasure chest, I took off!

Chapter 21 Approaching

A few days later.

The net did not return.

Xia Bing went out to collect treasure chests as usual, while Jing Ni stayed at home to take care of Xia Yan.

Life went on peacefully.

……

early morning.

Xia Bing pushed open the door and saw Jing Ni practicing her sword in the courtyard.

She wore a simple, light-colored long dress, and the Jingni sword in her hand drew streaks of pink sword energy in the morning light. Her movements were agile, and her swordsmanship was fierce.

Xia Bing stood at the door for a while.

Jing Ni's swordsmanship is indeed formidable; the Eight Swords of Yue King are truly worthy of their reputation.

Noticing his gaze, Jingni sheathed her sword and turned around.

"woke up?"

"Yes." Xia Bing walked over. "Are you healed?"

"Alright." Jing Ni sheathed her sword. "Where are you going today?"

"Let's take a stroll outside the city." Xia Bing stretched. "Want to come along?"

Jingni glanced at him, then looked at Xia Yan, who was fast asleep inside the room.

"child……"

"My mother is watching," Xia Bing said. "Going out for some fresh air isn't good; staying cooped up at home all the time isn't good either."

Jingni was silent for a moment, then nodded.

"good."

……

outside the city.

Xia Bing led Jing Ni through the mountains and forests.

He walked and looked around, occasionally stopping to touch the invisible specks of light in the air.

Treasure chest.

Jingni noticed his actions but didn't ask.

She knew everyone had secrets, and Xia Bing was no exception.

"There's a place up ahead with nice scenery," Xia Bing said.

Jingni followed him.

After passing through a grove of trees, the view suddenly opened up before us.

A waterfall cascades down the cliff into a deep pool below. Mist rises, and sunlight filters through, creating a rainbow.

"Is it pretty?"

Jingni looked at the scene before her, her gaze softening slightly.

"Um."

Xia Bing walked to the edge of the pool and sat down on a rock.

"I used to come here often; it's quiet."

Jingni sat down next to him, holding a sword in her hand.

Neither of them spoke.

The sound of the waterfall echoed in my ears, and the mist gently caressed my face.

After a long while, Jingni suddenly spoke.

Why did you save me?

Xia Bing glanced at her.

"I already said, it's just something I did on the spur of the moment."

"Was it really just something you did on a whim?"

"Otherwise what?" Xia Bing retorted, "What do you think I'm after?"

Jingni did not answer.

Having been in the Luo Wang organization for so many years, she had witnessed countless exchanges of interests and intrigues. No one helps others without a reason.

But Xia Bing is different.

He saved her and protected her, but asked for nothing in return.

"I don't know," Jingni whispered.

Xia Bing smiled but offered no explanation.

Some things are more interesting to explain than to explain.

"What do you think I'm after?" he asked.

Jingni looked at him with a complicated expression.

"I have no idea."

"Then take your time watching." Xia Bing stood up. "Let's go back for dinner."

Jingni got up and followed behind him.

After taking a few steps, she suddenly spoke.

"Whatever your motives..." she paused, "I'll pay you back."

Xia Bing turned around and glanced at her.

"OK."

He turned and continued walking, with Jingni following behind, her gaze fixed on his back.

She was finding it increasingly difficult to understand this person.

……

in the afternoon.

The two returned home.

Xia Yufang was coaxing Xia Yan in the courtyard when she saw them return, and a smile appeared on her face.

"You're back. Dinner's in the kitchen."

"Okay." Xia Bing went inside.

Jingni walked to Xia Yufang's side and looked at the sleeping child.

"Thank you for your hard work."

"It's not hard work," Xia Yufang said with a smile. "This child is well-behaved and doesn't cause trouble."

Jingni reached out and gently touched the child's cheek.

The little guy grunted, but didn't wake up.

"He likes you very much," Xia Yufang suddenly said.

Jing Ni was stunned for a moment.

"who?"

"Bing'er," Xia Yufang looked at her, "He rarely brings people home; you're the first."

Jingni didn't know what to say.

"What...is your relationship?"

Xia Yufang smiled and shook her head.

"I asked him, and he said he was just a friend," she said, "but I can tell he treats you differently."

Jingni lowered her head.

Different?

She doesn't understand.

"Auntie." A voice came from the doorway.

Xia Bing stood there, watching them.

"Mother, it's time to take your medicine."

"I know, I know." Xia Yufang handed the child to Jingni. "You hold him, I'm going to take my medicine."

Jingni took the child, feeling somewhat at a loss.

Xia Bing walked over and looked at Xia Yan in her arms.

"He's shy around strangers, just hold him a lot."

"Um."

Xia Bing glanced at her, then suddenly reached out and ruffled her hair.

Jing Ni was stunned.

"Don't overthink it." Xia Bing withdrew her hand. "Let's eat dinner."

He turned and went inside.

Jingni stood there, watching his back, and raised her hand to touch the spot where he had been rubbed.

My heart rate quickened.

……

night.

Xia Yan was asleep, and the courtyard was quiet.

Xia Bing sat on the stone bench, looking at the night sky.

Jingni walked over and sat down opposite him.

"What are you thinking about?"

"It's nothing." Xia Bing looked away. "I'm going on a long trip tomorrow."

Where to?

"The border of Zhao," Xia Bing said, "There are some things to take care of."

Jingni looked at him.

Is it far?

"It takes three or four days to travel there and back."

"Be careful on the road."

Xia Bing glanced at her and smiled.

"You care about me that much?"

Jingni didn't speak, but simply nodded slightly.

Xia Bing stood up and stretched.

"Alright, go to sleep early."

He walked into the house, took a few steps, and then suddenly turned back.

"By the way, while I'm away, could you help my mother take care of the children?"

"I know."

"Also, if the Net comes..." Xia Bing paused, "...run, don't fight them head-on."

Jingni looked at him.

Are you afraid I'll die?

"I'm afraid I won't find anyone when I come back." Xia Bing shrugged. "They're gone."

He went inside and closed the door.

Jingni sat in the courtyard, looking at his door.

"Mmm," she whispered.

The night wind blew by, carrying away her voice.