1, 4, And 5 are all written by Erniang. The main characters are incredibly handsome! 2 Is a forensic doctor, and 8 is a psychologist. It's by the same author, not a police officer, but it's so good! 3 Is still ongoing but nearing completion. Yi Nian is so cool! Sister, will you date me? 6 And 7 are by the same author on different accounts. There's no mastermind or anything like that; it's just everyday crime-solving. The female leads are incredibly eloquent; watching them curse is so satisfying! Sister Wuyou's cursing is so satisfying!
The male and female leads have known each other since childhood, were betrothed as children, have a good relationship, and get married right at the beginning of the story.
The female lead is a forensic pathologist, and the male lead is a police captain. They were high school classmates who reunite and work together to solve cases and fall in love. He dotes on her, and she loves him to the core. A classic example of a straightforward, albeit somewhat naive, romance—it's incredibly sweet.
The plot is interesting; the policewoman and the captain of the criminal investigation team gradually get to know each other and work together to solve cases. One case after another, I've already watched it three times 😋
The male and female leads were ex-lovers. Later, the female lead was transferred to the male lead's police station, beginning a long journey to win him back.
Team Leader Si Yanyi x Intern Nan Nan: Highly Recommended!!! The female lead is initially assigned to be mentored by the male lead, and they gradually develop feelings for each other. Their conversations are often very humorous, and the romance doesn't take up much of the screen time; most of the time they're solving cases. You can watch it without hesitation!
The first book was excellent, but it seems to have been discontinued because so few people were reading it. Everyone's urging the author to update it soon! The second book is truly the best novel I've ever read; I read it from beginning to end without skipping any parts.
This is the book! It's so heartbreaking! [Crying] I just finished reading it today. The male and female leads are both so tragic, but the female lead also has many shining moments! [Admiration] Our heroine is amazing! [Heart] The male lead is also very capable, the cases are very tight, and the plot doesn't drag. I get so excited every time they catch the criminals, especially in the later episodes. You might guess the culprit in the first two cases immediately, but the author improves later on, creating a lot of suspense. I highly recommend you read it! Especially the younger brother—half of my tears were for him! [Crying] Finally, I wish Zhou Yan and Qin Nian'an a happy and fulfilling life together! [Kiss][heart]
A treasure of an author, Beidou Erniang! Erniang's books are truly wonderful! [Thumbs up][Thumbs up] I absolutely love the 1️⃣~3️⃣ trilogy and the ongoing 4️⃣! [Admiration] [Zheyun is now published and available for purchase, please support it!] [Heart][Heart][Heart]
These are all highly-rated crime fiction novels on Tomato, featuring male and female protagonists who are both police officers. They work together to solve cases and have romance!
This one is pretty good, you guys can check it out. It's the kind of story where a female forensic doctor and a police captain fall in love over time. The female forensic doctor is different from normal people, she's obsessive, but she and he can solve cases together, cooperating with each other from disliking each other to finally joining hands.
(I really liked this kind of metaphysical fortune-telling when I saw it on another app before. Yeah, I think the romance is okay. It's all great, and the writing is also very good. It's just that sometimes there are some words I don't recognize, haha. The female lead is quite pitiful, okay? She has money but no life, there's nothing she can do about it. Fate is what it is. Luckily, there's the male lead. Yeah, and there are quite a few cases in it, so you can also enjoy the gossip. It's quite interesting. I recommend you to read it. So far, I feel that the romance is 40/60 compared to other novels. The only downside is the description of the battles in the entertainment industry. It's really amazing. The rescues are very timely. I love reading the ending. It's a great battle. My lover and family died. Yuan Xiaoxi and Xie Fei, may you be happy forever!) Whether it's cases, or all kinds of things that happen in the world, or things related to animals, there is warmth in the world. I especially like this novel. I hope everyone will read it. 1. Atypical strong female lead, a strong but unaware younger sister vs. A top-level Bking, wife-slave detective boss (a bit of a go-getter who uses all his methods on the younger sister). 2. The early stage is a confrontational one, and the middle and later stages have a romantic feel. It's very realistic. 3. The character has no real-life counterpart. I've said it a million times, it shouldn't be sad! Yuan Xiaoxi's task check-in: Inherit the Taoist temple [get] Capture her husband [pending] "If you insist on knowing why, it's because I saw it. My ancestors were all Taoists." "Our marriage is destiny, arranged by your grandfather." A cold laugh came from the other party: "A new type of scam?" Whether to believe or not is something the other party needs to consider. You can't learn by being taught, but experience teaches, once is enough. [Bandit's Charm Suppresses the Scoundrel] enters the live stream, 985 viewers online. You reap what you sow. "You seem a little sad, why?" Xie Fei tilted his head, giving her a lazy glance. "I don't have that much to be sad about. The life I live and the path I take are all my own choices." "It's getting late, shall I take you home?" Yuan Xi shook her head: "No need, I'll take the high-speed train home." Xie Fei raised an eyebrow: "This time it's not just politeness?" Yuan Xi didn't know what to say, so she just quietly watched him. He then took off his coat and tossed it to her: "Okay, it's chilly at night, here you go. Let me know you get home safely." After hanging up, Yuan Xi read the text message again and grinned. Xie Fei, he really was her darling! A lucky wife! Xie Fei's face suddenly darkened, and he gripped her wrist: "Are you crazy? Do you know what you're doing?" Yuan Xi didn't have time to explain further, "Don't worry, you're here, aren't you?" Xie Fei didn't speak, but his expression grew even more serious. Seeing Yuan Xi's pale face and swaying body, Xie Fei asked in a low, hoarse voice, "Are you alright?" Yuan Xi's eyes were half-closed, exhausted and sleepy, she didn't even have the strength to lift her hand and collapsed towards Xie Fei, "Hug..." Xie Fei caught her and lifted her up, his features sharp and wild beneath his hat brim. His tall, broad chest enveloped her, and the steady, powerful pounding of his heart skipped a beat. Yuan Xi rubbed her porcelain-white face against his chest, letting out a comfortable sigh. Xie Fei lowered his eyes, a roguish smile playing on his thin lips, "Little rascal, you know how to enjoy yourself!" Several mischievous kids looked at Xie Fei, then at Yuan Xi. Why did they find the two of them so endearing? Only when a woman is spiritually impoverished does she crave love and to be loved. A joyful mind and body, a sound financial situation, and a rich inner world are all more important than expecting to be loved. Because your love is precious and vast in itself. "The soul ascends to heaven, the spirit returns to earth; once across the Bridge of Helplessness and drunk from the Soup of Oblivion, all things are united, life and death are the same." Yuan Xi [hands in pockets]: I just want to tell fortunes quietly, but I'm always forced to be a bystander. ｡◔‸◔｡ Xie Fei [leaning closer]: Can I join you? "Perfect, since she brought it up, why don't we apply to Lao Guan to have her be... Um... An environmental management analysis consultant?" Environmental management analysis consultant? Fatty Fang glanced at him, is he really not just trying to get closer to his wife? Xie Fei packed up his gear and looked at Yuan Xi: "Thank you for the information, I'll treat you to dinner when we get back." When he wasn't being playful, he had a restrained sharpness, looking mature and steady. "Wait, I'll go with you." Xie Fei turned to look at her, his deep peach blossom eyes filled with seriousness. "I know you're very capable, but that place is also very dangerous. I don't want to be distracted by taking care of you at a time like that." Fatty Fang walked over and nodded, advising, "Yes, little sister-in-law, you should just wait for my boss's triumphant return in Qingcheng!" The border area is not like the domestic area. Once they cross that line, they will face local armed forces. Yuan Xi understood their thoughts, but analyzed the pros and cons of this operation. "I just did a divination. The final outcome is good, but there will be a certain number of casualties on our side." "Furthermore, I used the Qi Observation Technique to see that Xie Fei has a calamity in his destiny. It's not fatal, but he will break three bones. You will be five hours late in finding Liang Jin. If I were there, the casualties in this operation would be reduced, Xie Fei wouldn't be seriously injured, and the child could go home sooner. Besides, I can protect myself." After saying that, Yuan Xi stretched out her seemingly soft, white hand and picked up a stone under a tree. With a light squeeze, everyone heard a 'crunch' sound coming from her palm. A thin stream of lime, like sand in an hourglass, floated from her hand. Yuan Xi's eyes were calm; she had subtly displayed her skill, yet it was enough to drive people crazy and force them to reassess her worth. "So, can I come along?" Xie Fei's peach blossom eyes seemed to ignite with a fierce, blazing fire. "Let's go, Miss Consultant." Yuan Xi sat in the passenger seat, gazing at the scenery rushing past the window, finding it somewhat unbelievable. She was actually going on a mission with her contractor? Xie Fei gripped the steering wheel, glancing at Yuan Xi out of the corner of his eye, finding her unusually quiet. "What are you thinking about? You can't even pay attention to the living person right next to you?" Yuan Xi turned her head and met the gaze of the owner of those peach blossom eyes. She smiled and said, "I was thinking about how you'll repay me after this trip." Xie Fei raised an eyebrow and said mischievously, "How about repaying me with your body?" But Yuan Xi frowned slightly and said seriously, "No way!" Xie Fei chuckled, "I don't know who it was before who came up to me, grabbed my hand, and said she was my wife. Now you're denying it?" Yuan Xi tilted her head, a hint of disdain flashing across her porcelain-white face. "I'm not even 20 yet." Although they had a heavenly marriage contract, becoming husband and wife was an unchangeable fact. But legally speaking, she was not yet of legal age to register their marriage. Xie Fei said "Oh," and smiled. "Then when is your birthday?" Yuan Xi pursed her lips. "The fifth day of the eleventh lunar month." Xie Fei did the calculations for a while before realizing that Yuan Xi was referring to the lunar calendar. "That's Christmas Eve, a good day." Yuan Xi hummed in agreement and didn't reply. She wasn't a talkative person to begin with; due to her destiny, she was used to being a loner and aloof. She also preferred quiet, spending her days online, except for her daily homework. Xie Fei, however, was the complete opposite. After several encounters, she discovered he was very straightforward, arrogant, had high emotional intelligence, was very talkative, and had a strong sense of humanity… so strong that she almost couldn't help but slap him and manually mute him. "You've been talking for two hours, aren't you tired?" You'd think he was a cool guy, but he was also like a chatterbox. Xie Fei hadn't expected Yuan Xi to react like this. His peach blossom eyes narrowed slightly, and he said in a deep voice, "Someone here is even more demanding than me, isn't that right, Miss Consultant?" His hot breath sprayed onto her palm, and Yuan Xi subconsciously pulled her hand back, clenching her fingertips. "I'll rest for a while. Call me when we get there." Xie Fei's tone was amused: "Don't worry, I won't forget you." Seeing that Yuan Xi was indeed resting with her eyes closed, he turned up the air conditioning in the car a little and changed the music to something soothing and relaxing. Knowing it was her first time on such a mission, she was understandably nervous. But she fell asleep instantly. Xie Fei gave a self-deprecating smile, inwardly cursing, "You heartless little devil!" "Yuan Xiaoxi, Miss Consultant, we've arrived! If you don't wake up, I'm going to kiss you!" Before Yuan Xi even opened her eyes, a slap had already landed. "Ouch! Your soft little cat paw has turned into a fierce iron palm! I'm dead!" "Xie Fei, aren't you childish?" Xie Fei, acting with his chest in hand, let out a drawn-out "Ah," adding, "We're meeting a big leader later, I'm afraid you'll be nervous." Xie Fei indicated he had no objection. But, for a grown man to be subtly insinuating about a girl like that, is that appropriate? Yuan Xi glanced sideways, discovering one of his few virtues amidst his many flaws. Protective? Xie Fei pulled out a bulletproof vest from somewhere and put it on her, muttering, "This mission isn't child's play. We're likely facing armed criminals. Besides using your skills, don't do anything else, just stick close to me, understand?" Yuan Xi nodded. Xie Fei, being a bit cheeky, patted her head and chuckled, "Good girl, let's go." Yuan Xi: "..." She hardened. Her fist hardened! Fang Yi led the way down first, while Xie Fei led Yuan Xi down last. "If you're scared, hold on tight." Yuan Xi glanced at the hovering position of the helicopter, wanting to say she could manage on her own. But under Xie Fei's insistent and unyielding gaze, she stepped forward and wrapped her arms around his waist. Even through the combat uniform and equipment, Yuan Xi could clearly feel the other's lean and strong body. Xie Fei, with one arm around Yuan Xi and the other holding the rope, quickly descended. The whole process was incredibly smooth, his arm strength astonishing. The moment Yuan Xi turned around, a bead of sweat slid down her forehead, her vision blurring slightly. Okay, she'd gone too far today, used too much force. Hopefully, Xie Fei could be a little more supportive. "Yuan Xiaoxi, what are you standing there for? Get out of the way!" Yuan Xi blinked hard, trying to see clearly, but she was simply too tired. The explosion was deafening, thick smoke billowed into the sky, and a shockwave spread outwards. Yuan Xi felt as if she had been pounced on and pinned down by a large dog. Amidst the muffled thuds, the piercing screams and roars of the crowd erupted. Blazing flames leaped everywhere, the sounds of burning and the acrid smell of burning objects filled her ears. "Xie Fei." "Yes, I'm here." "Give me a kiss..." "Huh? I'm the kind of person who takes advantage of others in their vulnerable state..." Yuan Xi's mind was a complete mess; she didn't have time to listen to his rambling. With all her might, she raised her hand, pressed down on his neck, and thrust it towards herself. Two warm, soft lips met; perhaps one had used too much force, and the other was caught off guard, even bumping their gums. 10% Charge, 30%... Yuan Xi fell into a satisfied slumber, leaving Xie Fei still somewhat bewildered and shocked. She didn't even notice a drop of warm, bright red blood blooming on her face. The mask on Xie Fei, who was lying on top of her, had shattered. He revealed his pale, delicate features, looking down at Yuan Xi, who was sleeping peacefully beneath him. He tugged at the corners of his pale mouth, muttering with a mixture of amusement and exasperation, "Little liar! This was my first kiss, what a huge loss!" Although Yuan Xi was the one who fainted, the examination revealed she was only weak and exhausted. Xie Fei, on the other hand, was the most seriously injured. Aside from some minor abrasions, his back was a bloody mess, a testament to his immense blood loss—quite remarkable how he could endure such pain. Yuan Xi looked around, not seeing Xie Fei: "We're back, where is he?" Fatty Fang, his eyes darting around, touched his nose. "Boss, he's fine, in another room." Yuan Xi sat up, her face still pale. "Where is he?" Seeing Yuan Xi's insistence, Fatty Fang knew he couldn't hide it any longer, so he dragged her to the next room. "When our men came in, they saw our boss shielding you with his body; his own back was ripped open." "But don't worry, little sister-in-law, our boss is fine. He endured it all the way to the hospital and took you for treatment before going into the operating room." After saying this, Fatty Fang silently withdrew. Boss, this is all I can do for you. Yuan Xi stood outside, peering through the small window at Xie Fei on the hospital bed, her eyes somewhat blank. She had always known that she and Xie Fei were merely bound by a divine marriage, destined to be together. But no one had told her how to love someone. Back then, Xie Fei could have easily not come, but he still rushed over. Why? Was it out of professional ethics or some other reason? Yuan Xi clutched her chest, feeling her heartbeat become erratic—an emotion she had never experienced before. She would wait for Xie Fei to wake up and ask him herself. Xie Fei: "You..." Yuan Xi: "I..." Xie Fei felt that in his 23 years of life, this was the first time he had ever been so embarrassed by himself. Especially now that he's lying on the hospital bed, looking disheveled with unkempt hair and an unwashed face. Yuan Xi, on the other hand, is never one to mince words. "I kissed you yesterday, I'll take responsibility. When the time comes, we'll go get our marriage certificate." After saying this, Yuan Xi quietly observed Xie Fei's expression. There was no sign of dislike, just a hint of surprise? "Yuan Xiaoxi, you stole my line. Shouldn't I be the one saying that?" Xie Fei looked at her, his eyes filled with joy and sincerity. As he spoke, there was also an indescribable mix of anticipation and a touch of grievance. Yuan Xi tilted her head, generously giving him a chance. "Then you say it." Xie Fei paused, a smile spreading across his eyes, and spoke freely and cheerfully. "I like you. Will you be my girlfriend?" He stared at her, his eyes sparkling, not wanting to miss a single expression on her face. Hesitation, unease, frowns—he accepted them all. Except for rejection. He was never one to be coy; if he liked someone, he would be open and honest, saying it frankly and openly. If she refused, it would only mean he wasn't good enough. "If you think this question is hard to answer, let me rephrase it: What kind of man do you like?" The wind blowing in from the window carried a chill after the rain, but it couldn't compare to the warmth of his burning gaze. Yuan Xi felt her cheeks suddenly burn; guided by his question, she blurted out, "You're perfect as you are." She'd never been in love before. It was just from the heart. Xie Fei's eyes flashed with a smile, his tone firm: "Then from now on, please guide me, my girlfriend." Yuan Xi blinked, remembering their first meeting. She had taken the initiative. Now, the boomerang had hit her right between the eyebrows. "Xie Fei." "Hmm?" "You're smiling so foolishly." "There's one thing I need to clarify: I might not be as clingy as other girls. I have my own things to do." She did have feelings for Xie Fei, aside from the contract. But to love him to the point of obsession, losing herself like other girls, was something she probably couldn't do. "What are you thinking? You are yourself first, and then my girlfriend." "You are great and capable. Just shine in your own field. This is the confidence and respect I give you." Yuan Xi nodded. A contractor chosen by the Heavenly Dao is indeed very capable. It's straightforward, but not offensive. This kind of interaction is good. As for how it will develop in the future, it's hard to say. Yuan Xi stepped aside and watched the nurse unwrap the gauze from Xie Fei's body, directly experiencing what a bloody mess looks like. It was the injury he sustained protecting her yesterday. In addition to the new wounds, there were many old scars on his back, shocking to the eye. Although he was tough, it didn't mean he was really hard to kill. During Xie Fei's recovery, Yuan Xi went back to the temple to prepare a jar of ointment. "The hospital's medicine is too slow. Here, take this, twice a day, morning and evening." These herbs are all wild, and with the secret preparation method, the wounds heal quickly and won't leave scars. Xie Fei held the small jar, about the size of his palm, and glanced at Yuan Xi, his voice carrying a hint of coaxing. "What, scared by my injuries? They're just superficial wounds, don't look." Yuan Xi frowned: "It's not that I'm scared, but you still have this body that belongs to me now, don't get hurt easily." Xie Fei narrowed his eyes with pleasure, "Okay, I'll listen to you!" Being in love is so damn awesome! He finally understood why those guys in the team would become like lapdogs when their girlfriends were mentioned. "Baby this, baby that," "Baby need money, I'll transfer it immediately." He was so hot-headed he wanted to hand over his salary card right away, but thankfully Yuan Xi was more level-headed. "You should focus on healing first, I'm going back to the temple." Xie Fei immediately came to his senses: "Since you're here, sit a while longer." Yuan Xi glanced at him, "It's Saturday today, I have to do a live stream." Xie Fei's tone revealed a hint of impatience, dangerous yet aggrieved: "But you said you'd let me spend Saturday with you." Yuan Xi pursed her lips. She soothed him gently: "Be good, I'll spend time with you when you're better." Xie Fei was discouraged. He had no choice but to let her go. A laceration! You better heal the hell fast! Yuan Xi returned to the Taoist temple and immediately forgot all about Xie Fei, diving headfirst into the storeroom. After sifting through a pile of precious wood, she finally settled on a thousand-year-old piece of lightning-struck wood. She then started a live stream. [] Entered the live stream. [Wow! What is the streamer carving? Her technique is so skillful!] Yuan Xi glanced at the comments and casually replied, "Carving a talisman." Xie Fei, lying on the hospital bed, propped his chin on his hand, a smug look on his face. Carving a talisman. For him. Hehehe. (´◔ ₃ ◔`) Yuan Xi: Seeing your smug grin is unbecoming. But since meeting Xie Fei, he taught her not to suppress her emotions; happiness was the most important thing. Even if she sometimes said one thing but meant another. Xie Fei seemed to have eyes that could see right through her. For every step she took back, he took ten steps forward, until she had nowhere left to retreat. Xie Fei smiled innocently. "But I'm not a detective anymore. A soldier's code is to be quick, accurate, and ruthless." "And me, Xie Fei, when it comes to someone I like, I'll just be shameless and persistent~" Yuan Xi: "…" Is this the legendary home invasion robbery? And she's encountered it too. The garage door was wide open, the racetrack in the distance was noisy and bustling, but this place felt like a separate space, right now belonging only to the two of them. This was a world of Xie Fei that Yuan Xi had never known before. "There are very few female racers in the club, and we don't have suitable equipment. Just make do for today, and I'll have someone prepare a special set for you next time." "Isn't that necessary? I don't come here often…" Xie Fei adjusted her helmet strap and casually pinched her ear. When did these intimate little gestures between them become more frequent? She didn't find it offensive. "You don't have to come, but you can't be without it. What others have, Yuan Xiaoxi has to have too." Yuan Xi curved her lips and called him, "Xie Fei." As soon as Yuan Xi opened her mouth, a breath of air was poured in, turning into a crisp and melodious laugh. After several exhilarating laps, Xie Fei slowed down and smoothly drove back to the repair area. The engine noise gradually subsided, leaving only the deep idling sound and their still-breathing breaths. Xie Fei helped her unbuckle her helmet, his warm fingers intentionally brushing her cheek before gently tucking a stray strand of hair behind her ear. "How does it feel?" Yuan Xi didn't answer him immediately, but quietly admired Xie Fei at this moment. She thought of his focused expression earlier, and the lingering enthusiasm for the challenge and the confidence in control on his face. He was truly dazzling. Especially in the afterglow, he shone brightly. Seeing her silence, Xie Fei chuckled softly: "Silly? Was I too fast just now, and your soul hasn't returned yet?" Yuan Xi nodded; that ultimate exhilaration and freedom was addictive. And all of this was given to her by Xie Fei. She reached out and touched the back of his hand, a faint smile blooming on her lips. "Xie Fei, your world... Is dazzling." Before, she was merely an observer. Today, she was his closest companion in his world. An indescribable emotion spread through Yuan Xi's heart, gradually filling her barren and desolate world. Xie Fei gently took her hand in his, his fingertips lightly caressing the back of his hand, his peach blossom eyes filled with tenderness. He shook their hands, the afterglow of the setting sun illuminating his face, even his breath taking on a warm hue. "You see, with you in my world, it will only become more brilliant and dazzling." In the world he loved, he had specially created a safe yet exciting corner for her. A place where Yuan Xi could truly understand and touch his soul, and be carefully cherished by him. Xie Fei had always treated Yuan Xi with exceptional care. "Xie Fei." "Here." "You're really good." "Really?" Yuan Xi tapped Xie Fei's forehead. "I won't lose." Xie Fei smiled and bumped fists with her: "Go for it, Miss Champion." "Xie Jiu, where did you find such a good prospect? You've really struck gold! You two are a perfect match!" Xiang Shuyan: "Top match!" Chi Zhou: "Perfect match!" Xue Li: "A match made in heaven?" Meng Ximo: "Xie... Wait, where is he?" Xie Fei himself had already rushed to the finish line at the first moment, picked up Yuan Xi and tossed her up in the air. His arrogant smile and voice echoed throughout the arena: "You did it, my Miss Champion!" There was another round of enthusiastic cheers and teasing whistles: "Kiss! Kiss!" At this moment, Yuan Xi was being carried by Xie Fei like a child, sitting on his strong forearm. He had a satisfied and unrestrained smile on his face, as if he had won the competition and was swaggering away with his most precious trophy. "Sister-in-law is awesome! So cool!" "I never knew Xie Jiu was so pure-hearted, it's making me so jealous!" "If you two participated in a prestigious competition, you'd leave no room for anyone else!" Yuan Xi was flattered by their endless praise, feeling quite smug. It felt amazing! No wonder Xie Fei liked her; who could resist? Xie Fei's gaze was fixed intently on her porcelain-white cheeks, tinged with a slight blush, a smile playing on his lips. "So many people want me to kiss you to celebrate, how about... I grant their wish?" Yuan Xi looked into the intense emotions surging in his eyes, almost overwhelming her. She instinctively wrapped her arms around Xie Fei's neck and pressed her lips to his. This was the first time she'd done something like this in front of everyone, completely overwhelmed by emotion. Surprisingly, it felt quite exciting? Especially seeing Xie Fei's momentary blankness and surprise, Yuan Xi unconsciously smiled. But quickly, he recovered, responding with an even more passionate and domineering kiss. This scene, stimulating dopamine release, instantly ignited the entire audience. They were like being immersed in a boiling ocean, passionate and blissful! "It's me who misses you, it's me who longs for you, it's me who can't live without you..." Yuan Xi sensed it. He was afraid. Afraid that she was too far away, afraid that she carried too much. Even more afraid that he wasn't strong enough to shield her from all the storms. As for the decisions Yuan Xi made, Xie Fei never uttered a word of refusal. No matter if she went to heaven, sea, or hell, he would follow her to the end! Li Canghai tightened his jaw, looking at Xie Fei with incredibly complex eyes. "Ling Shu... Is an important cornerstone for the stable existence of our world, and you bear part of its 'humanity' rules. This is not a blessing, but a responsibility, and also a calamity. Gui Xu's target is very likely you, or rather, the 'reason of existence' that you represent. Facing this war that transcends social classes, our role is very small, and we don't even have the slightest chance of winning." Xie Fei is currently just a human, without any of Ling Shu's abilities. And the other half is still missing. "Flying Boy, Little Xi, are you curious and wondering why we tied you two together?" Xie Fei frowned. "Isn't it that damned Heavenly Marriage Contract?" Yuan Xi didn't speak, obediently waiting for Xie Dingbang to continue. Xie Dingbang met her pure eyes, scrutinizing her with an almost awe-inspiring gaze. "Little Xi… your grandfather, Yuan Jianguo, is the person I've ever met closest to 'heavenly secrets.' Before you were even born, he came to me, exhausted ten years of his lifespan, and risked damage to his soul to cast a divination for you." Yuan Xi's little face was tense as she stared straight at Xie Dingbang, her lips pressed into a straight line. "Grandpa never told me any of this." Xie Dingbang smiled, a hint of nostalgia on his face. "Your grandfather… he was truly unreliable, but his love for you was also true." He paused here. "I remember he said you were not of the ordinary in this world, that your destiny was not within the flow of the Five Elements, nor within the cycle of the Six Paths of Reincarnation; you were an anomaly." "An anomaly?" The two exclaimed in unison, their faces filled with confusion and shock. "Yes, you are an anomaly, a wisp of primordial breath that emerged at the beginning of time, giving rise to all things, yet transcending them all." At first, he didn't understand Yuan Jianguo's words; they seemed so mystical. What was this "Spiritual Pivot," this "Return to the Void," this "Primordial Breath"? To him, it was all too distant. It was like listening to celestial scripture. Only after experiencing certain events, touching the very edge of this world's rules, did he gradually understand. The formation of a world was far more complex than what they could see with their naked eyes. The Primordial Breath. Just hearing those words seemed to possess a magical power, causing the air in the entire conference room to freeze. Even Xie Fei felt a tremor from the depths of his soul. Although he didn't understand the specific meaning, he could sense the weight of its subversive power. "Primordial Breath..." Yuan Xi repeated softly, her aura seemingly drawn by some force, spontaneously becoming more active, radiating an even purer and more ancient aura. "In your grandfather's words, the Void is the ultimate 'nothingness,' while you are the initial 'existence,' one of the starting points of 'existence,' just like the Spirit Pivot." Xie Dingbang turned his gaze to Xie Fei, his eyes somewhat profound. "Little Fei... You bear the Spirit Pivot. The two of you, one represents the 'foundation' of the world's existence, and the other represents the 'original power' against nothingness. Initially, we didn't intend to connect you through a celestial marriage." Until Wen Tai appeared. Yuan Jianguo was the first to notice that person's abnormality. He seemed to have appeared out of thin air, secretly lurking in this world, secretly researching how to activate the power of the Void. Even... How to erode and control the 'Spirit Pivot.' Xie Fei had suffered from this once when he was a child; if Yuan Jianguo hadn't intervened, that person would probably have succeeded long ago. Thinking of this, he closed his eyes briefly, his voice trembling with lingering fear: "We realized that Ling Shu alone, when facing the corruption of the level of Gui Xu, might not be able to remain unscathed. Ling Shu needs an anchor point, a 'coordinate' that can pull him back when he is bewitched by the void. More importantly, he needs a power that can purify the corruption and protect his essence." That's why Yuan Jianguo's divination, which revealed the secrets of heaven, gave them hope. Only the essence of 'Primordial Breath' could fundamentally resist Gui Xu and protect Ling Shu. However, the two's power attributes were completely different, even repulsive. Forced fusion would only result in mutual destruction, so Yuan Jianguo thought of the oldest and most mysterious kind of bond—the Heavenly Marriage Contract. This is not a worldly marriage, but a binding at the level of destiny and rules. It is witnessed by heaven and earth, and proven by the laws, building a bridge between the origins of the two. This bridge, at crucial moments, allows Yuan Xi's Primordial Breath to act directly and unharmed on Xie Fei's Ling Shu, helping him resist corruption and maintain his self. Meanwhile, the stable existence of the Spiritual Pivot could also nourish Yuan Xi's Primordial Breath, preventing it from dissipating due to excessive power. After explaining the whole story to the two, Xie Dingbang breathed a long sigh of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted. Yuan Xi quickly digested everything and finally understood. Why was it that whenever she was exhausted and her source of energy was depleted, as long as she was close to Xie Fei and intimate with him, she could quickly recharge? So that's how it was! Xie Fei also didn't expect that his union with Yuan Xi was actually backed by such a profound plan and a heavy mission. He turned to look at Xie Dingbang, his peach blossom eyes filled with uncertainty. "Grandpa, aren't you overestimating me?" He was also a mortal who could bleed and feel pain. He could handle peacekeeping, but maintaining world peace? Was he really going to fail? The old man Xie, who had been looking worried just a second ago, took off his shoe and threw it at Xie Fei. "You brat! I'm not sending you to your death, can't you be a little more dignified?" "Look at that girl, Xi?" Xie Fei dodged the old man's biological weapon, landed behind Yuan Xi, and approached her with a smile. "Now, I really need my girlfriend to save my life." Yuan Xi looked back at him, her eyes still clear and calm, but the corners of her mouth curved slightly. "When have I ever not protected you?" She gently raised her hand, a wisp of pure water vapor swirling around her fingertips, feeling the primordial power originating from the beginning. "Destiny or shackles, since this is my path, I will walk it." Xie Fei's lips curled up, the corners of his eyes arching upwards, and he directly grasped Yuan Xi's hand, their fingers intertwined tightly. "Count me in." Xie Dingbang saw the two of them like this, a mixture of relief and heaviness flashing in his eyes. He patted Xie Fei's shoulder, his resolute face suddenly becoming serious. "Xie Fei, can you complete this mission?" Xie Fei straightened up and gave a standard salute: "Reporting to the old commander, I guarantee to complete the mission!" Xie Fei gripped Yuan Xi's hand tightly, his slightly upturned eyes reddening, his gaze filled with fighting spirit. "It seems that our battlefield this time is the entire world, my partner." The enemy is playing a game of chess with the world as their own, and each of them is a pawn on the board. At this final moment, one wrong step will lead to utter destruction. Yuan Xi glanced at him, her eyes shimmering with tears, yet showing no sign of panic. "Then let them know what the indomitable spirit of 'existence' truly is." "But before that, we need help." He raised his hand, pointing directly to a spot. "It's here, the core of the formation. Destroy it, and the entire formation will collapse, preventing this disaster." Yuan Xi and Xie Fei looked at that place, their bodies trembling. "That's... Taiyuan Temple." Yuan Xi uttered the name softly, her voice trembling almost imperceptibly. Xie Fei immediately noticed her unusual behavior and reached out to hold her tightly. He looked up at the Grand Elder and asked in a deep voice, "Are you sure? Why there?" The Grand Elder sighed, "We've confirmed it repeatedly. That's the location of the Primordial Spiritual Aperture, one of the purest origins of life in this world." That was where Yuan Xi grew up; seemingly ordinary, it was the anchor point where she first connected with this world. Xie Fei pulled her down without hesitation: "I'll go down with you." Yuan Xi shook her head, her eyes filled with determination and a hidden tenderness. "No, you must stay up there, stabilize this space. If I fail... You will be the last barrier!" This was a trust, and also an order. Below lay the family's destiny and the battle of origins she had to face. Above, he was needed to support the defense against the collapse of the entire system. Xie Fei tightened his jaw, pulled her into his arms, and kissed her. The fingers gripping the back of her neck trembled slightly, as if he wanted to crush her, embedding her into his own bones. Xie Fei's forehead pressed tightly against Yuan Xi's, his breath heavy and hot. "Yuan Xi... Yuan Xiao Xi..." His eyes were bloodshot, his voice hoarse and barely audible, each word seeming to be ground from the deepest part of his chest. "Come back! This isn't a request, it's an order. If you dare not return, I..." He choked, unable to utter the rest of the threat. Only heavy breathing and tears welling in his eyes remained. Yuan Xi didn't struggle, but simply gazed deeply into those eyes so close to his, and gently returned the kiss. "Wait for me." The blood moon descended, and despair gripped the nation. Within China, the settled people watched the intermittent signal on the large screen, their hearts filled with despair. The cries of children, the screams of women, and the roars of men mingled together, plunging the scene into chaos. People collapsed to the ground, their eyes vacant, like emotionless puppets. Zhang Tianshi coughed up blood, letting out a bitter laugh: "Is this just fate... Cough cough..." Lin Chongyun held the game console in his hand, perhaps never to be turned on again, and sighed with closed eyes: "... How can man fight against fate..." Old Xu's breath was weak, his gray eyes reflecting the blood moon, he opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing. In the Special Investigation Team's command center, there was deathly silence. Li Canghai gripped the control panel tightly with both hands, his knuckles white. His hands trembled as he switched to the all-channel. "All units... Listen up! We haven't lost yet! Repeat, we haven't lost yet!" "As long as one person is standing, the battle is not over!" Lin Jiuxiao's squad, hearing Li Canghai's voice, rallied and cleaved through the onrushing blood moon monsters. "Comrades, stay strong!" "Team leader! I... I'm so scared, will we survive?" The young team members looked at their comrades being corrupted by the blood moon, tears streaming down their faces, yet still waving their weapons. Lin Jiuxiao didn't speak; the massive output of his primal energy had left him extremely exhausted. Coupled with the interference of the Blood Moon, he was tempted to give up. The veteran team member pulled the younger one behind him, using his own body to block a corrosive energy attack, his face contorted in a grimace. "Hiss! What are you afraid of! Remember, we're the Special Investigation Team. For all of humanity, even in death, we'll die standing!" Around the world, people closely followed the situation in China. Seeing the protective array shatter was like extinguishing their hope. "The East... Has fallen..." "Even they've failed... What can we do?" "Prepare... For the final battle, at least for the dignity of humanity." Some netizens who didn't choose to go to the shelter, but instead stayed home with their families, wrote: #Help! Someone save us! # [Goodbye everyone, I'm so scared.] [Mom and Dad, I love you.] [Location: Haicheng, I can still see the moon, it's so damn big...] [Zhang Xiaofan, I love you, remember that! (If you don't say it now, you'll never have another chance)] [...] Members inside and outside Taiyuan Temple, and on the front lines in various locations. Their faces drained of color instantly, some people's eyes glazed over, their willpower crumbling. Some bit their lips so hard they bled. "Captain Xie... We... Can't... Hold... Too much!" Xie Fei stared at Wen Tai, suspended high in the air, his eyes sharp and cold like cold stars, his jaw clenched. "As long as you're not dead... You'll... Hold on to the death!" "Boom!" Yuan Xi's figure burst out of the town monument, her body slightly staggering, her face as pale as paper. Her gaze searched for Xie Fei's figure, but what she saw made her heart almost stop beating. Not far away, Xie Fei was kneeling on the ground. Thick, living black energy of the void was seeping from his mouth, nose, and even his skin, swirling around him. His once clear and firm eyes were now violently shifting between darkness and struggling clarity, veins bulging on his forehead. Yuan Xi struggled to suppress her trembling, but her voice was hoarse beyond belief: "Xie Fei..." Xie Fei looked up, his face covered in eerie patterns, making him look incredibly evil and terrifying. When he looked at Yuan Xi, he tried hard to force a smile, attempting to make his usual slightly roguish and nonchalant one. But due to the extreme pain he was suppressing, it was twisted into a bizarre arc. "... No... It's nothing..." His voice was broken, as if squeezed from crushed lungs, "Don't cry..." "Xie Fei." "Yes... I'm here..." Yuan Xi's voice trembled uncontrollably. She had just experienced a brief farewell to her biological father. Now, with Xie Fei, Yuan Xi found that even her usually calm emotions were now stirred into a raging storm. "Hmph, a death throes only adds to your suffering!" "So-called Spiritual Pivot, nothing more than this. Destroy you, and there will be no more obstacles, hahaha!" A dark red aura descended from the sky, wrapping around Xie Fei like a vine, dragging him into the air. Yuan Xi pursed her lips, her eyes churning with icy rage: "Give him back to me!" She burned her remaining primordial power, and a vast primordial energy surged from her body like an out-of-control galaxy! She no longer even bothered to control it, letting this power condense into a giant light sword, slashing fiercely at Wen Tai. Rumble— The two forces clashed fiercely, and an energy storm swept out. It leveled the area within a hundred miles of Taiyuan Temple, and even the blood moonlight in the sky was violently distorted. Blood trickled from the corner of Yuan Xi's mouth as she watched a tiny crack appear on the barrier in front of Wen Tai. Thinking of her father's disappearance, her great-aunt's suffering from corruption, her grandfather's unknown whereabouts, and now Xie Fei being corrupted and about to be destroyed before her eyes, her eyes gradually became crazed and determined. Another earth-shattering sword strike landed. Wen Tai couldn't dodge in time and had half his body sliced off, screaming in agony. Yuan Xi's Primordial Breath had a purifying effect, but Wen Tai had the Blood Moon as his backing. Even with half his body severed, the power of the Void kept him alive, though he looked somewhat terrifying. "Hahaha, you can't kill me, why not give up and fight back?" "If he falls into nothingness, I'll storm the Void and snatch him back! If you destroy him, I'll drag you down with me!" It seemed like neither side had an advantage, but Yuan Xi's burning essence eventually had an end. Her aura began to dissipate, and her movements slowed. Wen Tai seized the opportunity, a cold glint in his eyes, and the power of the Void transformed into a dark spear in his hand. In the instant she gasped for breath, he thrust it fiercely towards her heart! This spear was swift, accurate, and ruthless! It contained his unwavering will to kill! Just at this critical moment— Ugh! *Thud*— Yuan Xi watched as the dark spear pierced Xie Fei's chest with pinpoint accuracy! It entered from his back and emerged through his chest! Time seemed to stand still at that moment. In the underground command center, Xie Dingbang watched this scene transmitted back by the satellite from the front lines, his eyes wide with rage. "Xiao Jiu!" "Xie Fei!" Yuan Xi's expression froze, then shattered into endless bewilderment and... Collapse. Xie Fei looked down at the spear tip protruding from his chest, then looked up at Yuan Xi. Finally, he managed a familiar, bandit-like smile. "It... Hurts, Yuan Xiao Xi..." "But... I'm... Quite... Happy..." He was no longer the Xie Fei who could only stand behind her, watching her back, powerless to help. Finally, it was his turn to protect her. Yuan Xi stood rooted to the spot, without the courage or strength to take a single step. She simply stared intently at Xie Fei, without crying out, without roaring. The overwhelming grief had crushed her ability to speak. She couldn't feel anything around her. All she knew was that the entire world shattered the moment Xie Fei's chest was pierced, along with the splattering blood. Only fragmented, insignificant images remained in her mind—him raising an eyebrow at her, that slightly roguish seriousness. The reassuring warmth of his palm as he held her wrist. He would call her Miss Advisor, Miss Commander, Miss Champion, Miss Leader, Miss Partner… all these names coalesced into one image: his eyes gleaming with cunning loyalty and fervor, calling her Yuan Xiaoxi. Sadly, from that moment on, she would never hear it again. "Tsk, Xiaoxi, so heartbroken?" A clear, slightly playful click of the tongue suddenly rang out in the deathly silence of the ruins. Everyone instinctively looked up. A deafening rumble echoed from the ground, like a giant earthworm burrowing into the earth. Then two enormous snake heads emerged, their green eyes gleaming, flicking their tongues at Wen Tai. Ling Ye sat cross-legged on one of the snake heads, propping his chin up with one hand, watching the horrific scene before him as if enjoying a play that had nothing to do with him. The moment Chi Wu saw Yuan Xi, its lantern-sized green eyes shone like light bulbs. "Hiss!" Xiang Xiang! Ling Ye raised an eyebrow slightly, pressed down the restless snake head beneath him, and leaped down. He truly hadn't expected that he would be slightly delayed by this little guy who had 'escaped' from Devil City. He was just a fraction too late, and he saw Xie Fei with a dark spear embedded in his chest, half-dead. And Yuan Xi was about to shatter. He took a lazy step, raised his hand, and pulled out the spear. Xie Fei's body crashed to the ground, and Ling Ye raised an eyebrow. "He's so fragile, it's good that he's dead. How about considering me?" Yuan Xi looked up, staring directly at his face, the starlight in his eyes gradually focusing. "Ling Ye... Ling Shu... You are his other half!" It wasn't a question, but a statement. Ling Ye wasn't surprised by Yuan Xi's guess; instead, he seemed to receive a certain kind of response. A faint smile deepened at the corners of his lips as he lazily replied, "It's obvious, isn't it, little Xi Xi? Aren't you really considering me?" Yuan Xi pursed her lips, her eyes leaving no room for doubt: "I only want him." Ling Ye chuckled, turning his gaze to Wen Tai. A vast and boundless pressure swept across the entire world like a tidal wave! Even the Blood Moon Link, which constantly absorbed negative emotions, was temporarily severed by this power! "Wen Tai, after all this scheming, do you really think you've won?" Wen Tai, who hadn't taken Ling Ye seriously since his appearance, frowned. He had to re-examine this person who brought him such a great sense of crisis. "You think that destroying Xie Fei will completely collapse 'Ling Shu'?" He slowly raised his hand, pointing at Xie Fei, the galaxy in his eyes spinning at an unprecedented speed. "Wrong, Ling Shu, you govern 'Being' and 'Non-Being'." "Xie Fei inherits the mark of 'Being,' protecting existence and experiencing the seven emotions of humanity." "And I, wielding the power of 'Non-Being,' adjudicate nothingness and maintain the balance of rules." "We are two sides of the same coin, neither can be missing." He looked at Yuan Xi, his eyes no longer lazy and gentle, but filled with a profound understanding of eternity. "Therefore, he must 'die' this time, only by experiencing the ultimate loss of self can the mark of 'Being' within him be truly activated, only then... Qualified to... Return to oneness with me." Only in this way can the complete, the true—the cornerstone of the world, Ling Shu—awaken. Simply put, no destruction, no construction; death before construction! As his words fell, Ling Ye's body transformed into a pure light containing the origin of the universe's rules, like a reversed galaxy, suddenly falling into Xie Fei's body. Within Xie Fei's body, a faint yet tenacious white light resisting pollution, as if receiving a final summons, erupted with a roar. Two opposing forces, originating from the same source, began their final fusion under the blood moon and before the astonished gazes of the onlookers. Deep within Xie Fei's consciousness, a faint life force flickered indistinctly. It possessed no great power, yet it held an unwavering obsession—Yuan Xi. "Give up," Ling Ye's voice echoed in the chaos, his power imbued with absolute rationality and order, attempting to wash away and cover those 'useless' fragments of emotion. "Emotions are redundant, obsessions are weaknesses; only absolute rules can contend with the Void." "Wasn't that spear wound you just received powerful proof?" "No!" Xie Fei's consciousness roared, resisting, disagreeing with Ling Ye's words. Even though he was like a firefly facing the bright moon. "She is my coordinate, the meaning of my existence. Bullshit Spiritual Pivot, if you truly want to merge with me, shut up!" "Forgetting is impossible, even in death!" Ling Ye: "..." So damn arrogant! He'd love her even in death! Just then, an aged yet thunderous roar, seemingly transcending time and space, crashed down from the heavens! "You bastard! Bullying my Xixi and grandson-in-law, this old man will kill you!" A dazzling golden talisman, as large as a star, its vermilion patterns resembling living dragons and snakes, transformed into an indestructible barrier, temporarily isolating the surrounding blood rain! "Heaven and Earth are boundless, all laws return to their source—protect!" Yuan Xi looked at the familiar figure, almost unable to believe her eyes. "Grandpa?" Yuan Jianguo's gaze fell upon her, his tone carrying a barely perceptible gentleness and guilt: "Xi'er, Grandpa is late." As soon as he finished speaking, the sky changed again. Streams of vibrant green light, brimming with life, cascaded down like waterfalls, precisely showering Xie Fei. Like the gentlest dew, it nourished the two struggling consciousnesses, forcibly stabilizing the near-collapse of their fusion process. Simultaneously, countless spirit race runes radiating clear light soared into the sky, weaving together to form a massive natural protective barrier. Three figures exuding powerful auras, accompanied by ethereal chants, landed beside Yuan Jianguo. Yuan Xi was astonished; she hadn't expected the three spirit race elders to personally descend. They had clearly explained things beforehand... As if sensing her confusion, the leading elder's voice was deep and resolute, carrying the will of the entire forest. "Gu Chen sent back a message; the situation is urgent, and I can no longer stand idly by. Furthermore, Yuan Zhenren suddenly appeared, informing us that the Spirit Pivot has begun its fusion and requires assistance." The Spirit Pivot and the Spirit Race complement each other; for millennia, the power of the Spirit Pivot has nurtured the Spirit Race. Now, it's time for the Spirit Race to give back. Wen Tai looked at Yuan Jianguo and the three spirit race elders, his face particularly grim. He had planned everything meticulously, but unexpectedly, another unexpected obstacle had appeared! A vast and pure primordial power, mixed with all of Yuan Jianguo's love and protection for his granddaughter. Transforming into a warm, dazzling golden torrent, like a hundred rivers flowing into the sea, it all surged into Yuan Xi's body. "Ugh!" Yuan Xi felt an unimaginable, boundless power explode within her, instantly filling her previously depleted primordial energy, even expanding beyond its limits! Her aura rose steadily, her body radiating a warm and powerful golden-white light, like the rising sun! Yuan Jianguo's figure became transparent at a visible speed. He looked at Yuan Xi, his eyes filled with boundless joy and pride, but even more so with reluctance. Finally, he let out a barely audible sigh, his figure completely dissipating into the world. Only a sentence echoing deep within Yuan Xi's soul remained— "Xi'er, be happy." "Grandpa—" The restraints on Yuan Xi's body were released, and she reached out to grasp something, but grasped nothing. Tears streamed down her face. Xie Fei had now completely merged with the power of Ling Shu, a gentle and familiar power enveloping her. Tears streamed down her face, gently wiped away by a pair of large hands. "Don't cry, our battle isn't over yet." Yuan Xi gripped Xie Fei's hand tightly, transforming all her grief into strength. Yuan Xi transformed into a golden-white light of life and purification, containing her grandfather's essence and the primordial gentleness of life. Xie Fei transformed into a hazy-colored light of order and rules, the foundation that stabilized everything. The two beams of light intertwined and coiled like a spiral, carrying their unwavering trust and will. Against the storm, they rushed towards the ever-expanding rift in the void! Everyone watched the two beams of light in the sky, as if mending clothes. Through their extreme interweaving, they gradually closed the rift. Everyone clenched their fists. They had to win! They absolutely had to win! Until only a tiny gap remained, the hearts of everyone, which hadn't even had time to settle, leaped into their throats. A pure black claw pierced through that gap, slashing down towards Yuan Xi's head. "Yuan Xi!" The Spirit Clan elders and the others stood silently in the distance, their eyes filled with complex emotions. Yuan Jianguo's sacrifice and Xie Fei's eternal imprisonment brought life back to this world. The price was far too heavy. For a long, long time, Yuan Xi raised her head, her small face blank and expressionless. She was even colder than before. She hung the talisman around her neck, gazing at the gradually whitening horizon. "I'll wait for you." Whether it's ten years, a hundred years, or a thousand years... Xie Fei didn't have time to think. He transformed into a streak of light and charged towards Yuan Xi. He mobilized his spiritual power to its limit, sealing himself, his dark claw, the rift, and himself, outside the rift! Yuan Xi watched the gap disappear, and a talisman with flowing patterns of mist and gold fell towards her. She opened her palm and caught the talisman she had personally carved and given to Xie Fei. Her gaze narrowed slightly. The rift in the sky had vanished, the blood moon had disappeared, the earth no longer trembled, and everything returned to normal. Only Yuan Xi stood there, stunned, amidst the ruins. "This disaster caused a global imbalance of supernatural energy, disrupting physical laws in many places, resulting in countless casualties and mental pollution." "This is a catastrophe experienced by all humanity, and indeed all living beings." "The price of victory is enormous. We lost many heroic compatriots, and many powerful individuals were seriously injured or fell into a deep sleep in this battle..." Her aunt patted her hand with a smile and sighed deeply. "A young lady like you can't stay with an old woman like me forever. After you and Xiao Xie get married, just come back to visit your aunt during holidays." Saying this, her aunt looked around, somewhat puzzled. "I haven't seen him for a while. Call him over for dinner when you have time. He loves my spicy chicken!" Yuan Xi's slightly lowered eyelashes trembled, and she replied softly, "Okay, I'll tell him when he comes back." She understood now; the adults were using an almost resolute method to cleanse themselves of all 'connections' around them. She pushed everyone away, turning herself into a solitary island, a lighthouse lit only for one person. Refusing to leave Mogan Village wasn't out of coldness, but out of fear. Fear that at some point while she was gone, the person she had waited countless days and nights for would finally return, only to find her gone. Even more fearful was that when he returned, he would find an empty courtyard, cold stone benches, and a past he could never touch again. So she stayed there, through sunrise and sunset, spring and autumn. She listened to the bustling world outside, heard the stories of old friends constantly renewing themselves, and then gently shut out all invitations and longings. Her world, from the moment Xie Fei disappeared, had shrunk to this small corner. Just like every time she turned around, she could see those affectionate, gazing eyes at her. Whenever she wanted, Xie Fei would always appear in her sight, wherever she needed him. Xu Wei, her eyes red, silently withdrew from the courtyard, no longer disturbing her. The sunlight shone on her, but seemed unable to penetrate the invisible layer of obsession surrounding her. "I'm afraid he won't be able to find me when he comes back." Love must end in separation. May you be together forever, with everything going smoothly and carefree. Love is forever. [I'm a long-time fan, and I'm crying my eyes out now. I thought my idol wouldn't stream anymore.] [I want to know if the streamer got married and had a baby these past few years?] [I want to see the brother-in-law, I want to see the baby!] [...] Yuan Xi calmly scanned the screen, seemingly unaware of the familiar names. "Same rules as always, three divinations today, those with affinity will receive one." Her voice came through the phone, carrying a soothing power. Soon, the last person to draw a lucky bag won, but there was no response for a long time. She frowned slightly: "No one answered, that's all for today." Then, just as her fingertips were about to touch the screen, the 'Request Connection' button below the ID was flashing. Yuan Xi's breath hitched, and her heart stopped beating for a moment. Then, with a force almost bursting from her chest, it began to pound wildly! She stared intently at the ID, her fingers gripping the teacup so tightly they turned slightly white. Almost trembling, she tapped 'answer'. On the other side of the screen, there was no image, only a blurry, almost imperceptible darkness. But a voice, tinged with a lazy smile, so familiar it sent shivers down her spine, pierced through the air. It reached the ears of countless online viewers— "Hello, streamer." The voice paused, a hint of obvious tension and anticipation in its tone, before asking the question. "I'd like to ask... How can I marry the girl I love?" Boom— It was as if something exploded in Yuan Xi's mind. All her composure, all the defenses built up by waiting, crumbled before that one sentence! She jumped to her feet, ignoring the teacup she knocked over on the stone table, ignoring the phone that slammed onto the flagstones. The viewers only heard a suppressed gasp from the live stream, followed by the sound of hurried footsteps fading into the distance. [??? What happened?] [No!] That voice just now... Holy crap! It sounded like my brother-in-law's?!] [I screenshotted that ID! 'Bandit-like Little Man' Brother-in-law is back! Hooray!] The phone was picked up and pointed at Yuan Xi as she rushed out of the Taoist temple's inner courtyard. Her plain long dress billowed in the wind like fluttering butterfly wings. The wind tousled her long hair, but she forgot everything else, only wanting to go faster, faster. Outside the temple gate, a sea of people. But Yuan Xi immediately spotted that tall figure leaning against a tree, his posture upright. A slightly roguish smile, the one she longed for, played on his lips as he opened his arms to her. In the sunlight, his peach blossom eyes shone brightly like stars, clearly reflecting her rushing figure. Yuan Xi, like a fledgling returning to its nest, crashed straight into his arms, where he held her firmly and tightly! Her voice was muffled, trembling slightly: "Xie Fei..." Xie Fei responded in her ear, his figure filled with the precious joy of something lost and found: "Yes, I'm back." Yuan Xi buried her face deep in his chest, greedily inhaling that familiar and reassuring scent. Her hands gripped his clothes tightly, sobbing softly. "You're so bad!" "Yes, I'm bad!" "You made me wait so long." "No, it won't happen again." The pilgrims passing by on the mountain saw this scene; it was too beautiful, and they all took out their phones to record it. Yuan Xi belatedly realized what was happening, and for a moment lost her composure, her porcelain-white face becoming slightly hot. A teasing and indulgent laugh came from above: "Now you know how to play the ostrich, you were quite... Enthusiastic just now... Ouch!" A small hand pinched the tender flesh of her waist hard, and Xie Fei couldn't help but let out a soft gasp, shamelessly asking again. "Master Yuan, you haven't answered my question yet. I've already paid for the divination." He paused, then chuckled and urged, "Waiting online, it's urgent." Yuan Xi heard the seriousness and caution in his voice and gave a soft, almost inaudible "Mmm." That sound was like heavenly music. Xie Fei trembled, then excitedly picked her up and spun her around. His hearty laughter echoed through the valley, startling the birds in the forest. "Yuan Xiaoxi is finally going to marry me!" "Yuan Xiaoxi is finally going to marry me!" "…" Important things must be said three times! Warm applause and blessings rang out around them. Yuan Xi smiled and leaned down to kiss his forehead. "Officer Xie, please guide me." "It's my honor, Mrs. Xie!" From this moment on, the vast mountains and rivers, the mundane world, everything is you, yet everything is you. "Heaven dislikes fullness, man dislikes perfection, there is no perfection in the world, everyone has regrets."
Two male leads, let me put it this way: just watch it, it's incredibly good!!! [Angry] Many fresh lives are lost before a bloody truth and lesson are revealed. The process is shrouded in darkness, and the ending is filled with regret. Above a heavy promise and under a strict law, the criminal has no choice but to give in! Rest in peace, heroic souls!
If you're looking for a good crime investigation novel, this is the book for you. I'd pay a fortune to find someone who hasn't read it before. After reading it, I haven't come across a similarly good crime investigation novel in a long time!
A bit mind-bending, this spy and crime novel features a perfect blend of high emotional intelligence and high IQ. The protagonist is a powerful duo, and every aspect, from the details to the psychological profiling, is captivating. The protagonist is calm, intelligent, and handsome, while the enemy is cunning, treacherous, and unpredictable. The confrontation between the two is full of tension, and seemingly ordinary conversations hide clues. The plot is tight and concise, making it a truly worthwhile read, even if it means staying up all night!
These books are all incredibly good!! Seriously, trust me! Except for the sixth one, where the female lead isn't a detective but a micro-expression artist, but I still think it's very good.
The female lead is incredibly cool and efficient at solving cases, making it quite enjoyable to watch. However, she's not entirely innocent; she's a psychological assistant, and in the second book, she's a forensic pathologist. There aren't many romantic scenes.
[Aloof, sharp-tongued, and surprisingly different female lead (⑉°з°)-♡] [Male lead: emotionally stable, wealthy, and somewhat handsome] Being pinned down by her own people, Shi Ci had only one thought in her mind. "Who is this idiot?" Learning that the other person was the new branch captain, she became even more disdainful. She knew the team was short-staffed, but she hadn't expected it to be this bad. The new captain's first case was a serial murder case, and Shi Ci assumed he was just there to gain experience, completely disregarding him. It wasn't until he took a knife for her that her attitude towards him changed. But the words of gratitude she was about to utter turned into, "You're all bark and no bite! If it were me, I would never be stupid enough to take a knife for someone." He wasn't annoyed, his face full of righteous indignation, "I'm a police officer, protecting the lives of every citizen is my duty. Even if it were anyone else today, I would have helped." Shi Ci looked at him, still thinking he was incredibly stupid. Yet, it was this very person who touched her with his enthusiasm, gradually soothing the pain in her heart. From initial dislike to perfect understanding, the two, with just a glance and a gesture, became acting geniuses, infiltrating enemy territory and effortlessly solving cases. "I've been scammed. My boyfriend ran off with the money, leaving only me and the baby in my belly." "With a father who's drunk and unconscious, this naive girl has no other way out." "Yeah, I'm a rich, beautiful heiress. I don't need a lot of money, I just need a lot of love." "Everyone says I'm an orphan, wandering the world. Can shamelessness feed me?" "I'm an only child, I don't lack this or that. Being good-looking is also a problem." —"Shi Ci, is there a single word of truth in your mouth?" —"My name is Shi Ci, and I'm not lying about this."
A cold and aloof forensic doctor with an uncanny understanding of the language of corpses x a criminal investigation captain with keen insight into the expressions of the living → *Blood Thorn Rose* / A top-notch, tech-savvy criminal investigation captain → *City of Sinful Love* / Ten seemingly weak captains → *Covering the Clouds* / A criminal investigation captain x a psychologist team up to solve a case → *The Truth About Murder (Black and White)* / A rich second-generation rookie intern vs. A stubborn but soft-hearted captain → *Spring Mountains Beyond the Plains* / A carefree criminal investigation captain x a beautiful crime scene cleaner → *The Crime Scene Cleaner* / A serious and righteous criminal investigation captain vs. A well-behaved and capable intern policewoman → *Why Aren't Police Flowers and Captains a Perfect Match?* / 🌷How do such a duo solve mysterious cases…? Does this pique your interest in learning about their crime-solving process? Enjoy your reading! ❤️👌
This book has solved the reading slump for thousands! Absolutely fantastic! I was completely blown away by the plot! Honestly, I never expected Tomato (a popular Chinese writer) to produce such a great crime drama! A high-IQ ensemble cast with independent cases!!! The five-person team works together, each with their own role, to solve the case. It's suspenseful, terrifying, full of high-IQ logical reasoning and analysis, and features a realistic investigative process, along with occasional playful humor—it's on par with web dramas on the platform! I really hope it's adapted into a short series; I'll definitely watch it!
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![The Road to Justice [Criminal Investigation]](https://p3-novel.byteimg.com/novel-pic/2270b9ea8eb136c711138a484614e989~tplv-resize:120:0.jpeg)
![Hunting Evil [Crime Investigation]](https://p3-novel.byteimg.com/novel-pic/a3b1edba1615e6a5cfd168cdfdade143~tplv-resize:120:0.jpeg)
![Stubborn as Hell [Criminal Investigation]](https://p3-novel.byteimg.com/novel-pic-r/7f2fbde8a392e6903a300667c34c24e5~tplv-snk2bdmkp8-superreso-double-rz:120:0.jpeg)
![Notes on a Manhunt [Criminal Investigation]](https://p3-novel.byteimg.com/novel-pic/1f41aa8ee4970b638b53d401c07f6d03~tplv-resize:120:0.jpeg)
![In Search of the Light [Crime Investigation]](https://p3-novel.byteimg.com/novel-pic/p2o3827162b8abed541ab2027b405aa2ab5~tplv-resize:120:0.jpeg)
![Bloodthorn Rose [Criminal Investigation]](https://p3-novel.byteimg.com/novel-pic/p2o97bfb5c37a8a9c475a61aae68fc07c57~tplv-resize:120:0.jpeg)
