Chapter 78

Zhang Yan’s hand, currently filling a prescription, paused. The smile on her face froze, and she looked up at him.

But Jin Yichuan merely cupped his hands in a salute, a gesture of farewell.

Then, without looking back, he turned and strode away, not even daring to steal a single glance at Zhang Yan.

Because if he stayed a moment longer, he feared he would lose the resolve to leave...

For a moment.

Watching the two of them, who clearly held mutual affection and shared a pure, deep bond but were unable to express their feelings due to countless obstacles.

Every viewer could not help but feel a profound sense of regret!

Such an emotion was truly too beautiful!

It even made them think of their own first loves!

Just as innocent, filled with soft, glowing memories!

But just as countless viewers were sighing over the beauty between Zhang Yan and Jin Yichuan.

A knock on the door suddenly rang out!

Instantly.

Including Zhang Yan, countless viewers subconsciously assumed it was Jin Yichuan returning!

After all, if this romance were to end before it had even begun.

It would be far too great a pity!

Filled with joy, Zhang Yan trotted across the courtyard! She opened the gate!

But the next second!

A figure suddenly intruded into the frame!

Causing the hearts of all the expectant viewers to sink!

A messy ponytail tied up, casual clothing, the attire of a wandering ronin.

Seeing that the visitor was not Jin Yichuan, Zhang Yan couldn't help but feel a hint of disappointment, yet she still said politely,

"My father has gone out for a house call... perhaps..."

"No worries~ I can wait!"

As Su Chen looked up with a smile, the heartbeats of all the viewers skipped a beat!

What is he... doing at this medical clinic?!

Looking at Zhang Yan, who stood before Su Chen—not smiling, but still polite and well-behaved.

Her features were delicate and serene, her skin fair and dewy with the freshness of youth; she was at the perfect age for marriage!

A sense of ominous foreboding suddenly rose in the hearts of all the viewers!

Brothers, please send some flowers!!!!

[It’s over, why did Ding Xiu come here?!]

[Did he remember Jin Yichuan from meeting him here last time?!]

[He probably investigated Jin Yichuan thoroughly a long time ago... Are the Embroidered Uniform Guards really this careless...]

[Otherwise, how could he extort him... this is the "Add-Money" brother's money bag.]

[Run, Zhang Yan!! This guy is no good!!]

[It’s finished, Ding Xiu will definitely use her as a hostage...]

[But Ding Xiu doesn't seem to need hostages to deal with Jin Yichuan...]

[Maybe he wants to threaten Jin Yichuan into showing himself?]

[Now, whenever I see Su Chen’s smile, I feel uncomfortable... my head is full of "gotta add money"...]

The viewers watched nervously as Ding Xiu sought out the clinic, wearing that meaningful smile again.

Their hearts immediately tightened.

Although they really didn't want to think the worst.

But since he had already said things like "gotta add money"...

It wouldn't be surprising if Ding Xiu did anything at all...

He could kill his own sworn brother.

Of course, he could also touch his sworn brother's love interest...

Ding Xiu had long since lost his reputation among the viewers...

But before the viewers could continue worrying about Jin Yichuan and Zhang Yan.

Shen Lian and Lu Jianxing began their own death-seeking operations.

The matter of letting Wei Zhongxian go had been exposed; they were at a life-or-death juncture.

Lu Jianxing intended to go to the Embroidered Uniform Guard office alone to confess, hoping to trade his own life for the lives of his two brothers.

Meanwhile, Shen Lian rushed to the Music Conservatory to pay for Zhou Miaotong’s freedom.

Even though Zhou Miaotong already had a lover she was deeply attached to, Shen Lian didn't care at all.

And at this moment.

The viewers finally learned that Shen Lian was one of the culprits behind the destruction of Zhou Miaotong’s family.

Back then, it was Shen Lian who led the Embroidered Uniform Guards to raid her home and arrest her parents, which led to her being sold into the Music Conservatory.

Zhou Miaotong felt only hatred mixed with fear toward Shen Lian; even if there was gratitude, it was suppressed by reason and hatred.

Just as the two were entangled and the viewers were complaining about how long and drawn-out it was.

Zhao Jingzhong and his ambush launched a surprise attack. Since he couldn't call upon the power of the Eastern Depot.

After losing four death-sworn men left behind by Wei Zhongxian, Zhao Jingzhong was forced to act himself.

But in the end, he lost to Shen Lian, who was bolstered by the protagonist's halo and the heroine's buff, allowing the latter to escape.

Amidst the swirling snow, the injured Shen Lian carried the injured Zhou Miaotong toward the rendezvous point.

On the other side.

Jin Yichuan had already received the token sent by Ding Xiu’s men: a sachet belonging to Zhang Yan.

He immediately rushed to the clinic.

Watching the three brothers of the protagonist group each finding their own way to court death.

The viewers couldn't hold it together anymore.

[I give up, can you guys just agree to act together??]

[Every time they agree on a time and place to meet, something unexpected always happens...]

[Hahaha, every time I see them agree to meet, I know someone is going to die.]

[I'm numb. The eldest brother is going to his death, the second brother is being schemed against, and the third brother is on his way to the boss's room...]

[It really is the protagonist's halo...]

[The eldest brother is also a protagonist, but unfortunately, he lacks a heroine to stack his status.]

[The more I watch, the more I feel Shen Lian is such a simp!!]

[Without even mourning the eldest brother's death, the one who immediately rushed to the battlefield was Ding Xiu’s beloved friend, Jin Yichuan!!]

Outside the clinic.

Jin Yichuan carefully poked his head out to look into the courtyard.

Physician Zhang, who treated him and prescribed his medicine, was sitting quietly in front of the pear tree in full bloom, as if resting with his eyes closed.

Seeing this.

Jin Yichuan jumped over the wall and crept closer.

But until he reached close range.

Jin Yichuan realized something was wrong, and his heart sank.

Physician Zhang’s throat was a patch of blood-red, which had already soaked the front of his robes.

He reached out to check for breath, and the result was no surprise.