The State of Chu was a remote region where witchcraft and sorcery were prevalent.

The drought that threatened the State of Chen for months had no effect on the State of Chu. On the contrary, the region enjoyed several years of favorable weather, and the people were well-fed and clothed, living in peace and happiness.

Since stepping into the land of Chu, everywhere you look, you see young girls carrying large baskets and wearing exquisite silver ornaments; everything is peaceful and beautiful.

The two people's outstanding appearance and unusual attire attracted a lot of attention, but since this place was located on a major north-south transportation route, it was not surprising to see these people.

The sky is high and the air is vast, autumn leaves are falling, and the town is paved with bluestone slabs. The people and horses passing by have etched traces of time on the slabs. It seems far removed from the hustle and bustle, yet it exudes a simple and elegant charm. Zhang Xu took a deep breath, and she could almost smell the scent of an ancient town in Jiangnan in the air.

"It tastes like the Jiangnan region!"

"What does it taste like from your hometown?" Yan Chenghuan asked, looking around at the scenery on the street.

"Yes, my home is in a place like this. It's a pity, it's just similar."

"You... want to go back?" Yan Chenghuan hesitated for a moment, his eyes lowered. Zhang Xu didn't notice his strange expression, but just sighed deeply.

"Sigh, there's no need to know when we'll have to wait! Of course I want to go back to my hometown, isn't it because I miss it?"

Yan Chenghuan raised her head, her beautiful eyes curving into crescents. Though there was a smile in her eyes, it was very cold: "That's right! Otherwise, why would I come back if I didn't miss you?"

Zhang Xu turned around and only saw Yan Chenghuan's raised chin, completely unaware of his reddened eyes.

Zhang Xu didn't know when it started, but Yan Chenghuan had grown to be about a head taller than her. Perhaps it was because of their daily interactions that Zhang Xu hadn't noticed. But now that she had calmed down and looked at him, she realized that he had grown so much taller in just a few months.

Wow! When did you grow so tall?

Zhang Xu was amazed!

The already somewhat somber atmosphere was instantly thrown into a tense standoff by her words. The sadness hidden in Yan Chenghuan's eyes suddenly became unbearable, and she felt a little uncomfortable. Yan Chenghuan rolled her eyes at her: "You're not only stupid, but you also have poor eyesight."

"Hey! Why do you always find ways to insult me?" Zhang Xu glared angrily, her almond-shaped eyes wide, hands on her hips.

"Forget it, I won't argue with a child."

Yan Chenghuan looked at her, a fleeting tenderness in his eyes: "You're not that much older than me, auntie."

Zhang Xu stamped her foot, thinking about her real age, which seemed quite old for him. She swallowed back the words she wanted to say. Turning her back to him, she puffed out her cheeks like a pufferfish, sulking to herself. She blamed herself for being so clumsy with words, not daring to talk back when someone insulted her.

Yan Chenghuan reached out to pull her, but the once bustling street suddenly erupted into chaos. People screamed and scattered in all directions, street vendors flew everywhere, and vegetable leaves, fruits, toys, and torn fabrics rained down from the sky. The once densely packed street instantly cleared a path, followed closely by the neighing of horses and a woman's loud shout.

"Stop right there!"

Just as she was about to rush towards the two of them, Yan Chenghuan grabbed Zhang Xu, who was still in a daze, and darted to the side of the street.

At the end of the line of sight, a woman in red, riding a spirited horse, held a whip in her hand, her pretty face filled with anger. As she watched the person she was chasing disappear into the crowd, the woman stepped on the stirrup and leaped into the crowd.

"Help me catch that man dressed in Chen Kingdom attire, and I will reward you handsomely."

Yan Chenghuan pulled Zhang Xu and silently took another step back.

If it doesn't concern you, stay away to avoid unnecessary trouble.

Zhang Xu overheard Yan Chenghuan whispering to her, and just as she was about to reply, she saw a man weaving through the crowd like an eel, bumping into her as he reached them.

Upon hearing the woman's words, everyone's attention immediately fell on Yan Chenghuan. Just as the two were about to explain, the crowd surged forward, blocking their way.

Zhang Xu sensed something was wrong.

"Chen Kingdom clothing, here it is!"

"Miss Zhuang, she's here!"

"We stopped him! We stopped him! He didn't get away!"

"Hmph, now that you've come to Miluo City, do you still dream of escaping from me?"

Hearing the woman's voice from outside the crowd, Yan Chenghuan sighed.