If ordinary people saw Jian You's gaze, they would tremble with fear, but Yao Qian Ya's attention wasn't on that. She seemed to see...
A birthmark on her back!
Yao Qian Ya stared blankly at Jian You, as she thought of her daughter again. Duo Duo had a birthmark on her right shoulder, and it even resembled a heart. However, Jian You's movements were too quick, and she only saw a patch of red.
Yao Qian Ya closed the door behind her and walked in.
"I'm sorry, Jian You. I saw your room door was open, so I just came in. Aunt Qian will be more mindful next time."
With her saying that, Jian You couldn't get angry. She sat back on the bed, but there were no other movements.
"Jian You, let me apply medicine for you. You can't reach your back..."
Jian You looked up, her face cold, and said directly, "I don't like others getting close to me, so I maintain distance except when cooperation is necessary."
This was probably the most Jian You had spoken. She didn't realize that since coming here, she had been speaking more.
Yao Qian Ya felt a bit sad for some reason. She looked at Jian You and nodded, "Then rest for a while after applying the medicine. I'll leave now. If you need anything, just tell Xiao Wen."
Watching Yao Qian Ya's slightly lonely figure, Jian You felt a strange, stifled feeling in her heart.
But the old man had said not to let anyone see the obvious marks on her body, nor to extract her blood, so she had to refuse no matter what.
Moreover, she didn't mind Yao Qian Ya's closeness; in fact, she rather liked it. Normanis too. The old man had also said to keep distance from people and not let them get close.
When it got dark, Normanis returned. He brushed the snow off himself and strode in with a chill in the air.
Seeing him like this on the sofa, Yao Qian Ya's eyes widened, and she looked at him joyfully, "Aman, did it snow?"
Knowing his wife liked snow, he had asked the driver to speed up on the way back so he could watch the snow with her.
"Yes, it's the first snow of the year. The new year is coming soon."
Normanis stepped forward and put his arm around her waist, looking at her dotingly, "Come, let's go watch the snow together."
"Thank you, Aman. But if you're very busy, don't waste time accompanying me." Yao Qian Ya looked at her husband considerately.
Normanis lowered his head and touched her forehead, saying softly, "You are the most important."
A sweet smile involuntarily bloomed on Yao Qian Ya's face, a smile that seemed capable of melting the snow outside. Jian You saw this scene when she came out.
She had forgotten her past, so she couldn't remember who was around her. But it was definitely not as intimate as them. They were an old couple, yet still so clingy.
However, her heart seemed to be deeply touched...
"Jian You, it's snowing outside. Do you want to come out and see?"
Yao Qian Ya, seeing Jian You open the door, called out to her with a smile.
Jian You hadn't expected her to not mind what she had said earlier. She pursed her lips, and Jian You still walked over. This was also her first time seeing snow.
"Should we call that girl Zi Yue?"
Normanis protected Yao Qian Ya as they went out. Although the servants handled everything, he was still afraid she would slip.
Yao Qian Ya looked excitedly at the heavy snow outside and walked out quickly, "No need to call her. That girl, I don't know what's wrong with her. She won't come out when called. She said she wants to be alone for a while."
Qian Ya is truly carefree. That child Zi Yue probably has something on her mind. I'll have to check on her later.
Normanis looked at Jian You again. She was looking outside with no expression. He immediately knew she wasn't interested in the snow. The only things that could interest her were those cold, hard objects, right? How could a little girl like those things?
"Aman, it's so beautiful. Look, the snow hasn't melted yet..." Yao Qian Ya excitedly held up her hands. The dim lamplight illuminated her, giving her a different glow.
Normanis just smiled at her, his eyes full of focus, "Yes, it's very beautiful..."
Jian You suddenly felt a bit out of place. Just as she was about to return to her room, Yao Qian Ya suddenly exclaimed and walked back.
"..." Didn't she like the snow? Why did she leave?
Normanis looked at his wife, then explained to Jian You, "She must have thought of something for a new design and went back to record it."
She likes designing more? Just now, seeing her happy appearance, he thought she really liked the snow.
Normanis turned to look at Jian You, but his eyes were unfocused. "Whenever she thinks of something beautiful or new, she saves it for her daughter. So far, a whole room is filled with them."
Therefore, she hadn't released many works for a long time. She saved the best for her daughter.
This sentence undoubtedly had a significant impact on Jian You. She was shocked by Yao Qian Ya's love for her child and by their persistence. After so many years, normal people would have given up long ago, but they continued year after year.
Looking at the palace covered in white snow outside, Jian You felt that this place was very warm. She... envied that girl a little.
Because Normanis had returned, dinner was served quickly. The servants were bringing the dishes one by one. When Jian You walked in, the hosts had already taken their seats.
Just as she was about to return to her room, they had told her when she arrived that she could only eat in the side hall after they finished their meal.
Yao Qian Ya came out and saw Jian You walking towards her room. She immediately called out, "Jian You, come and eat."
Before she could speak, she pulled her arm, "Come, you must be hungry." Being injured like this, she would surely have consumed a lot of energy.
"No need..."
Jian You was helpless, but she had already clearly stated her wishes to her. It was not good to bring it up again. Her principle was to say something once and not repeat it.
As long as they knew.
Originally, Jian You thought others would disagree with her sitting at the table, but to her surprise, they all welcomed her with smiles, which made her a little flustered.
She was merely a bodyguard. Didn't they mind?
Jian You sat down uncomfortably. She was placed there by Yao Qian Ya, directly opposite her. At the head of the table sat the old lady and... her husband.
This was the first time she had seen the master of this house. He had a kind face, and although he was quite old, he still looked very young. It was probably related to their facial features and lifestyle. His eyes, like Normanis's, were blue.
Looking at them, it seemed only Yao Qian Ya's appearance was different.
Just as Jian You was thinking, a dish was already placed in her bowl. She looked up and saw the old lady smiling kindly at her.
"Eat quickly, don't be shy. Make yourself at home."