A rollback after death? Then let them offer their loyalty!

Chapter 22 Obedience

Two hours later—

Lin Yu released his grip, and Nightingale's body slid limply down the railing, collapsing to the ground.

Lin Yu straightened his clothes, his breathing steady, as if he had just finished a warm-up exercise.

He walked up to Nightingale, knelt down, and reached out to lift her chin.

Nightingale was forced to raise her head, her previous cold arrogance and murderous intent shattered, leaving only a weakened state of being, as if she had just survived a catastrophe...

A sense of bewilderment that is hard to describe.

The nightingale was no longer able to think; her mind was completely blank.

Sensing Lin Yu's gaze, her empty eyes shifted slightly, focusing on Lin Yu's face.

When Nightingale discovered that Lin Yu was more handsome than she had expected, her expression became extremely complex.

"Miss Nightingale, do you think I'm a bad person?" Lin Yu's tone suddenly softened as he gently wiped away Nightingale's tears.

This made the nightingale feel much better.

But more than anything, he was afraid of Lin Yu.

"You are the devil..."

Lin Yu shook his head: "You're wrong, Miss Nightingale."

You shouldn't blame me for the mistake. It was Chen Tianxiong who sent you to monitor Su Wan, and I only attacked you for my own safety.

If I really have to say something, Miss Nightingale, as Chen Tianxiong's subordinate, it's understandable that I treat you this way.

You are merely a pawn in Chen Tianxiong's game, and I feel deeply sorry for you for that.

Lin Yu spoke calmly, then took off his coat and gently covered Nightingale with it.

The nightingale didn't speak, but curled up even tighter, almost unconsciously wrapping her skin tightly with Lin Yu's coat.

Only a pair of unfocused and complex eyes were visible as she looked at Lin Yu through her disheveled hair.

"Instead of following Chen Tianxiong as a disposable tool, why not work for me?" Lin Yu stood up and looked down at Nightingale.

The nightingale twitched the corners of her mouth, revealing a look of utter contempt as if she were looking at trash:

"Heh... What's the difference between you and them? You're just a bunch of bastards who use others as tools."

Just because you made me bleed a little... do you expect me to obey you?

"It seems Miss Nightingale has a strong prejudice against me," Lin Yu said calmly.

Without further ado, he immediately tied Nightingale's hands and feet with rope.

"What are you trying to do now?!"

Lin Yu didn't answer, but instead hoisted Nightingale onto his shoulder.

In a dizzying moment, Nightingale could only kick her bound legs in vain before Lin Yu steadily carried her downstairs and stuffed her into the back seat of the car.

They traveled in silence, and Lin Yu took Nightingale home.

Then he carried her into the warehouse, which was filled with some miscellaneous items, but it was relatively clean.

Lin Yu placed her on a makeshift bed in the corner covered with an old blanket.

"I'll come see you again in two hours," Lin Yu said, turning and leaving.

The dull thud of the iron gate closing echoed through the empty warehouse, before everything fell silent.

All that remained were the nightingale's heavy breathing and the sound of a heart pounding wildly in its chest.

The warehouse wasn't very warm, but Nightingale soon started shivering, forcing him to curl up and wrap Lin Yu's coat even tighter.

The coat was covered in Lin Yu's scent, but Nightingale had no choice but to smell it.

She closed her eyes, trying to clear her chaotic thoughts.

The mission was a complete failure. Lin Yu not only made her bleed, but also imprisoned her here.

"That man... how did he know about my actions? How could he be that powerful?"

His eyes, his movements, that complete control over everything, as if he had anticipated every move...

The more Nightingale thought about it, the more frightened she became. The trembling that had not yet subsided and all sorts of emotions were tearing her apart.

She felt she should hate Lin Yu, but the chill in the warehouse grew stronger, and the coat that still carried Lin Yu's body heat became her only comfort.

Nightingale instinctively buried her face in the collar of her coat and took a deep breath.

The scent, infused with male hormones, forcefully entered my nasal cavity.

Very strange.

It should have smelled like an enemy, and not long ago, the owner of this scent had inflicted the worst punishment on her.

Yet, within this cold cage, this atmosphere inexplicably brought a twisted sense of security.

It was as if to prove that she was still alive, to prove that she had not been completely abandoned in this cold corner.

"Madman!" Nightingale muttered hoarsely into the darkness, whether she was cursing Lin Yu or herself for being so greedy for this scent.

.......

Meanwhile, on the other side—

Lin Yu arrived at the main house and gently pushed open the door. The living room was very quiet.

The breakfast dishes and chopsticks had already been washed and placed on the drainer, indicating that Anna had already eaten.

Lin Yu walked towards the second bedroom, the door was ajar.

Pushing open the door, I saw Anna sitting on the bed, hugging her knees, chin resting on her knees, staring blankly out the window.

Hearing the noise, she turned her head sharply and saw that it was Lin Yu. Anna's eyes immediately lit up.

"Master!" she called out, jumped off the bed and ran over barefoot, hugging Lin Yu's waist and rubbing her face against him.

Lin Yu looked down at Anna and noticed that she didn't look well: "What's wrong? Didn't you get enough rest?"

Anna buried her face in Lin Yu's chest:

"Hmm... Master didn't come back last night... I was a little scared by myself and couldn't sleep."

Lin Yu didn't say anything, he just patted Anna's head and then picked her up in his arms.

Anna gasped softly, instinctively wrapping her arms around Lin Yu's neck, her little face pressed against the crook of his neck, obediently remaining still.

Lin Yu covered Anna with the blanket: "Go back to sleep. Don't be afraid, I'm here."

Anna refused to let go, still clinging to Lin Yu: "I want Master to hold me while I sleep."

Anna spoke softly, her eyes closed, her breathing gradually becoming even and long.

Lin Yu leaned against the headboard, letting her hug him, his fingers casually combing through Anna's hair.

Time flows quietly...

Two hours later—

Lin Yu gently laid the sleeping Anna flat, tucked her in, and got up to leave.

He first went to the kitchen to pour a glass of warm water, and then walked to the warehouse in the backyard.

The iron gate was pushed open again.

The warehouse was still dark and cold. Nightingale seemed to be asleep on the makeshift bed in the corner, curled up in a ball, wrapped tightly in her coat, with only her messy hair showing.

Hearing the door open and footsteps, her body tensed almost imperceptibly, then she slowly opened her eyes.

Lin Yu walked to the bedside and placed the warm water in his hand on an overturned wooden box next to him.

"Drink some water."

Nightingale didn't move, but stared intently at Lin Yu.

Lin Yu didn't insist, and sat down on the edge of the bed with a slight smile:

"Sweetie, drink the water. I specially boiled hot water for you."

The nightingale didn't reply; it simply turned its head to the side.

After a long while, her throat moved, and thirst finally overcame her stubbornness.

She struggled to sit up, but her bound hands and feet made her movements clumsy and difficult.

Lin Yu watched her struggle to move, offering no help, simply observing quietly.

Nightingale finally managed to lift the glass of water with her bound hands, brought it to her lips, and sipped it slowly.

The warm water slid down her dry throat, bringing some comfort. The glass of water was quickly emptied, but Nightingale felt it was clearly not enough and subconsciously looked at Lin Yu.

Lin Yu patted her head and asked, "Want more?"

"Hmm..." Nightingale nodded slightly.

She thought Lin Yu would refuse, but to her surprise, Lin Yu decisively went to pour himself another glass of water and came back.

"Why..." Nightingale asked, puzzled, as Lin Yu handed her the water. "Why didn't you kill me?"

Lin Yu turned to look at her: "I told you, your value lies in being alive."

"Value?" Nightingale's lips twitched, revealing a self-deprecating sneer.

"Is it your lifeline? Or an item that can be used at any time?"

Lin Yu didn't answer her question, but instead asked:

"What's so good about following Chen Tianxiong? You'll be doing his dirty work, taking the blame, and you could be eliminated at any time for knowing too much or becoming useless. You know that in your heart."

Hearing this, Nightingale pursed her lips; of course she understood.

She had witnessed too much of Chen Tianxiong's ruthlessness and his exploitation and abandonment of his subordinates.

She used to think she was strong enough and useful enough to keep dancing on the edge of a knife.

Even today, she was easily subdued like a stray dog ​​and dragged here.

The nightingale trembled slightly, whether from the cold or from having her secret thoughts revealed, it was hard to tell.

Lin Yu suddenly reached out and grabbed her chin with considerable force, forcing her to look up at him.

"Nightingale, you are a clever person and an excellent hunter, but you have chosen the wrong master. I will become a qualified master and give you what you want."

Lin Yu's fingers caressed Nightingale's delicate chin skin, carrying an undeniable air of control:

"The premise is that you belong to me, completely and utterly."

Nightingale was forced to look up at Lin Yu, looking at his face so close to hers. His face was indeed handsome, one could even say it was dashing.

But the depth and coldness in Lin Yu's eyes sent chills down her spine, yet she also felt a morbid tremor, as if she were being completely dominated by this power.

The warehouse was cold, and only Lin Yu emanated warmth, so she subconsciously moved closer.

"I..." Nightingale opened her mouth, her voice dry, "Can I trust you?"

"That's a question for you to answer." Lin Yu smiled slightly, then bent down and picked up Nightingale, coat and all, and placed her on his lap.

"Ah~~" Nightingale cried out and struggled.

This position is more intimate and more humiliating than before.

"Don't move." Lin Yu held Nightingale tightly in his arms.

The nightingale froze, her breath stopped.

"Feel it clearly, Miss Nightingale, this is the choice I'm giving you."

Comply, or... continue to accept the punishment until you learn to obey.

Nightingale bit her lower lip tightly, her body trembling slightly from fear and some indescribable stimulation.

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