Not long after, Bai Xi bought a set of clothes very fitting for the island city style from a nearby shop: "Change into it."
He Mu did not hesitate. He directly took off his upper garment and put on the one Bai Xi had brought.
Bai Xi stood by, looking at the person before her with a subtle gaze, and teased, "Although the face of this body isn't stunning, the figure... is still quite good."
He Mu smiled, "As long as Xi'er likes it."
As night deepened, everything returned to tranquility. The once lively beach gradually became quiet. Only a few people planning to stay up all night remained on the beach, eating barbecue, listening to songs that were either melancholic or passionate, and gulping down beer.
Bai Xi and He Mu walked on the sand, the wind blowing through their hair. "Dr. He, are you returning to the city defense force tonight?"
He Mu nodded, "There's still one patient whose condition is quite serious. The demonic poison has not been completely cleared yet."
Bai Xi sighed softly, "Actually, I've always had a question. Doctors are supposed to be a glorious profession, preparing medicine, saving lives, and curing illnesses, right? So why would someone skilled in using medicine choose to develop poisons?"
He Mu said lightly, "Perhaps it's because medicine to cure illness can bring honor, while poison that harms people can grant power. Xi'er should understand this principle best."
Bai Xi frowned slightly, and quickly understood his meaning.
Because she had experienced it before.
In her previous life, the Bai family were renowned for their kindness.
For children who wanted to learn martial arts but couldn't afford tuition, the Bai family would provide money and effort, dedicating themselves to cultivating them.
When others were in danger, they would always be the first to step forward and rescue them.
When bandits, bullies, or wild beasts endangered the area outside the city, the Bai family were always the first to stand up against them.
But when her father was severely injured, some people forced him to go up the mountain to pay fees, otherwise, they would unleash endless scolding.
When her brother, due to his absence on a campaign, forgot to distribute porridge on a fixed day, a beggar smashed the Bai mansion's gate with his rice bowl and disgusting things, shouting that they were liars.
And when the Bai family was annihilated, those who had benefited from their kindness almost immediately defected to the Han family, their words filled with slander and abuse towards the Bai family.
Some good deeds, done once, earn gratitude. But do them a hundred times, and they are taken for granted.
What's more, if you fail even once, you are considered utterly wicked and only appear good on the surface!
Therefore, honor is the most ephemeral thing in this world. When people acknowledge you, you are a role model. But this so-called honor nails you to a pedestal; they will use this honor to make you perfect, like a mannequin. With the slightest misstep, they will tear you apart mercilessly and personally rip away the honor they once bestowed.
As for power, as long as you don't let go, it will not disappear. If anyone dares to snatch it, you can easily send them to the afterlife with force or poison. Your status will remain eternal, and those who fear you will forever be subservient at your feet.
What is bestowed by others and what is fought for oneself are so clearly different.
He Mu noticed Bai Xi's unhappy expression. "I'm sorry, Xi'er, I shouldn't have made you recall those unhappy memories."
Bai Xi shook her head gently, "What you said is the truth, so now, aside from honor, I have also chosen to grasp power."
He Mu smiled and said nothing.
Bai Xi looked at He Mu, "So, do you also make poisons?"
He Mu smiled, "Yes, but I may not use them. Because I have you now, I don't need much power."
Bai Xi looked at his smile and returned it with a smile, "Only by making poison can one concoct antidotes. You can develop whatever you like. Tell me if you need anything, and I can help you. I will always be behind you."
"It's so good to have you," He Mu murmured. He slowly stopped his steps, wanting to put his arm around Bai Xi's waist, but Bai Xi once again sidestepped him. "Xi'er still refuses to forgive me?"
Bai Xi smiled sweetly, her clear eyes lively and mischievous, "Of course I forgive you, but I'm just not used to this face of yours yet. You just wait for me to get used to it, haha."
Saying this, she ran off, her white dress fluttering like a nimble and cunning elf in the night.
He Mu watched Bai Xi disappear, a smile blooming on his lips. "Xi'er..."
Bai Xi returned to the hotel, and the gentle expression in her eyes turned solemn the moment she entered the lobby.
He Mu...
The weather was clear and sunny, with a gentle breeze.
Before Bai Xi had even woken up, she heard a noise outside her room door: "Open the door, little Xi'er, it's me! I brought you breakfast."
The voice was none other than Han Rui.
Why was he here?
Bai Xi got up, casually put on a dress, and opened the door. "Why are you here?"
Han Rui, with a devilishly sunny smile, carried the things in his hands into the room and placed them on the table one by one. "Of course I'm here to poach from Han Mo's corner. I heard he came back from the dead and found a very ordinary skin. So I definitely have a chance."
Bai Xi frowned, "Did Bai Han tell you?"
Han Rui smiled, "Yes, big brother-in-law told me."
After speaking, he stepped forward directly and draped his snake-like arms around Bai Xi's shoulders, saying, "Little Xi'er, look at others. They're so good-looking. Won't you stop thinking about that dead man Han Mo?"
As soon as he finished speaking, he was hit on the head by a pack of tissues. "Han Rui, if you delay Mr. Bai Han's business, I'll be the first to not let you off."
Han Rui gritted his teeth, rubbing the spot on his head where the tissues had hit him. "Why won't you let me off? I'm afraid you won't dare!"
In the past few days, many things had happened between him and Xuan Feng.
There were misunderstandings, anger, but also reconciliation, and even... sincere confessions.
Actually... some things hadn't been considered before, but it wasn't... impossible.
Now that the biggest stone regarding Bai Xi and Han Mo had been lifted, his prejudice against him and the Dark Division had completely vanished.
When two people are together, as long as there is no deception or manipulation, everything else is a personal choice. Observers can only choose to respect it.
Hearing this, Xuan Feng's face turned red from his neck to his forehead. "You..."
Bai Xi looked at the two of them and said lightly, "You two go back. You're not needed here."
Han Rui turned his head and draped his arms around Bai Xi's neck again. "Why are we not needed? Let me see that Dr. He. How much worse is he than before? Then I can see if I need to sacrifice myself and risk my soul to fulfill the love between you and me."
Bai Xi immediately ducked down, escaping from his arms.
Her speed was so fast that Han Rui almost didn't react, and he fell to the ground. Fortunately, Xuan Feng reacted quickly and caught his leaning body, preventing him from face-planting.
Han Rui looked genuinely sad and aggrieved. "Little Xi'er, you heartless girl, you almost killed me."
Bai Xi had already moved to the table, casually opened the two kinds of food Han Rui had brought, and was eating with relish. "With Xuan Feng here, could you possibly fall?"
Hearing this, Xuan Feng's face turned even redder, like a ripe tomato.
Did the God of War... know something?