Seven months have passed since Zhong Li kidnapped you and kept you in his house. All this time you were planning your escape. You didn’t expect to stay here so long, but Zhong Li was careful. At first, Zhong Li drugged you and did everything he could to influence you during this time. He then lengthened your chain, but still kept you on it even when you remained obedient in your right mind. To win the last drop of his trust, you behaved like an exemplary wife. You cooked for him, welcomed him home with the biggest smile and a kiss on the cheek. And Zhong Li accepted the fake love you offered. After six months, he took off the chain. Zhong Li still left during the day, but more often returned at noon. You were sure it was because he was watching the house, waiting for you to make a mistake. And now the time has come. Zhong Li warned you that Hu Tao wanted him to visit Qingce Village to help her with her work there. It would probably take a long time, and he would only be able to return the next day. You smiled and nodded. The kiss you planted on his cheek this time was sincere. Your happiness was too obvious. A couple of hours later, you packed a bag with clothes and food and were ready to go. Your heart began to beat faster in your chest and you swallowed, staring at the door and reaching out a trembling hand to it. A smile lit up your face. And so you stepped out into the sunlight. You froze: Zhong Li stood leaning against the tree at the entrance, crossing his arms over his chest, with a gloomy expression in his eyes.

"I have to say, I'm surprised. You really waited a lot longer than I thought." Lord Geo approached you. His gaze glowed.

"But did you really think you could beat me?"

You tried to rush past him, throwing your bag in his direction. The man quickly caught you. One hand grabbed your waist tightly, and the other grabbed your throat, squeezing slightly.

"Let's make a deal, love."