Bai Yaoyao blushed. The moment she raised her head, she saw Duan Yanhao running in.

Before she could say anything, he hugged her tightly and said, Yaoyao, Im back.

I know.

Yaoyao, youve lost weight again. When we return this time, I must fatten you up. Duan Yanhaos heart ached as he hugged Bai Yaoyao, noticing how skinny she had become.

As Bai Yaoyao listened, she blushed again. When she spoke to Duan Yanhao in the past, she didnt think that there was anything special between the two of them. However, after fighting for their lives alongside each other, she suddenly thought that their relationship had grown closer. She felt sweet yet pained, as though she was in a fairytale.

After Duan Yanhao hugged her for some time, he relaxed his arms around her and asked, Yaoyao, why arent you saying anything?

Bai Yaoyao looked up at Duan Yanhao and thought that he was growing more and more charismatic.

Yaoyao, why are you just staring at me? Are you sick?

Seeing how concerned Duan Yanhao was for her, Bai Yaoyao somehow felt that this was too good to be true. She had never imagined that an outstanding man like him would one day love and pamper her.

In the past, she merely watched other couples flaunting their love for each other. Seeing how other girls had boyfriends to shower love on them, she could only feel envious.

Now, she felt as though she was dreaming as she watched Duan Yanhao fret over her.

Yanhao, Im fine. Im just so happy to see you. I dont know what else to say.

Duan Yanhao hugged her tightly again, leaning his chin on her hair. Silly girl. The battle has ended, and Im staying right beside you. I wont leave at all.

If you stay beside me all the time, who will protect the country? Everyone will accuse me of causing damage to our land!

Who would dare to say such a thing? Youre the hero of the northern troops, a heroine. Im so fortunate to have a heroine by my side.

Bai Yaoyao gently nibbled on Duan Yanhaos earlobes and said, Dont say such a thing.

Ever since she managed to survive, Duan Yanhao hadnt been acting cool in front of her. He seemed just like a warm husband who just wanted to stick with her all day long. She couldnt even tell that he was a soldier.

Nevertheless, he was still charismatic.

Bai Yaoyao held Duan Yanhaos hand and placed it near her heart. This. You saved me.

After hearing those words, Duan Yanhao was at a loss of what to do. His eyes were brimming with tears, and they almost flowed out.

Men didnt cry so easily, but only because it didnt concern their weak spots. He felt so bad for her that his heart was aching terribly.

Nobody else but him knew how much suffering Bai Yaoyao had been through.

He even wondered what kind of a person Xirong Ziye was and whether his eyes were working fine. She was such a wonderful girl. How could he bear to hurt her? Duan Yanhao couldnt protect her enough!

Duan Yanhao promised resolutely, Yaoyao, Ill never disappoint you.

These words were sincere and what he had truly felt since the very beginning. Men didnt really speak about their emotions, but he felt pleased to be able to tell her how he really felt.

But he knew that Bai Yaoyaos heart was fragile, and she couldnt stand getting hurt. Therefore, he was willing to tell her his heartfelt words to calm her heart.

Bai Yaoyao giggled and raised her head to kiss Duan Yanhao on his cheek. I trust you.

Duan Yanhao was so happy that he hugged her again, returning the kiss. In the end, he let go of her reluctantly, and the coldness in his eyes had long turned warm. He looked at her lovingly and said, Yaoyao, I just returned from home. Ive already told my grandfather and aunt. Ill marry you when we go back, okay?