Gong Ning had just emerged from the warm spring and was walking barefoot along the warm and delicate jade path.

There was a soft rustling of wind and the gentle whisper of leaves in the trees.

In the distance, she could hear the dog barking furiously. It must have been provoked by the cat. Gong Ning couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Just as I reached the end of the path, I felt a fluffy, round ball roll towards my legs.

Gong Ning smiled and squatted down to hug it affectionately, stroking it: "Tuanzi, you can't eat anymore. Look, I can't even pick you up now. You've gotten so heavy, you can eat even more than Yuanzi!"

The dog protested by rubbing its fluffy head against her palm.

Gong Ning grabbed its short, small, triangular, pointed ears and said, "Tell me, did you find a little lover outside and get fattened up by her?"

The dog struggled to break free and whimpered in protest. She slapped it, "You were barking so angrily just now, did you provoke that kitten again? Ugh~~~ You're so annoying, and you're such a womanizer, you need to be taught a lesson!"

Aunt Rong, who had just walked over, smiled upon hearing this, "Miss, don't wrong Tuanzi. It was Yuanzi who scratched Tuanzi first!"

Gong Ning smiled sweetly and patted the dog's head reassuringly, "Alright, I won't discipline you for now. I'll settle the score with you when you bully Yuanzi someday!"

The dog whimpered pitifully. What's so great about that flashy, showy cat? The owner is biased!

Since regaining her memories, Gong Ning has become extremely afraid of dogs, but thankfully, she is a little dumpling and not too resistant.

Aunt Rong glanced at the dumbfounded dog and sighed inwardly. The dog didn't even know what it had done wrong!

Gong Ning looked up and called out, "Aunt Rong, is something the matter?"

Her bright, dark eyes blinked a few times.

Not finding any familiar faces, Gong Ning felt a pang of disappointment.

"Miss, we have guests at Xingzhan Garden." Aunt Rong came over, held an umbrella for her, paused for a moment, and continued, "Normally, the master handles these things, but he's out now. Miss, what do you think?"

Gong Ning tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear and gave Aunt Rong a soft smile: "Where are the guests now?"

"We've been waiting outside all morning. We didn't want to disturb you while you were at the hot spring..."

Aunt Rong looked somewhat embarrassed.

Gong Ning waved her hand dismissively, pondered for a moment, and then said in a gentle tone, "Let them in, follow the normal procedure!"

Gong Ning was well aware that Xingzhan Garden was heavily guarded, after all, the environment she had lived in since childhood was similar to this place!

"yes!"

She pushed aside the parasol hanging over her head. "Aunt Rong, the sun isn't too strong now, it's quite comfortable, I don't need the umbrella!"

"Alright, please go back as soon as possible, Miss. It's getting quite windy now, so be careful not to get anything in your eyes!"

"Um!"

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The living room is brightly lit, and a light, cool fragrance permeates every corner, creating a soothing atmosphere.

Exquisite flower arrangements adorn the spacious living room, adding a touch of brightness and vitality.

The wind outside the window quickened, making the room feel even quieter and more peaceful.

Gong Ning sat on the sofa, her light blue thin outer shirt gently covering her jade-colored silk long skirt, leaving only the wide hem of the skirt casually spread out around her.

The deep blue contains a pure and silky jade-like hue, one dark and one light, like a budding flower, exuding a subtle elegance.

Su Yang sat opposite her, quietly observing the relaxed and languid girl in front of him, his gaze subtle and tactful, and remained silent for a moment.

Take a sip of tea, and its rich aroma fills the air, leaving a lingering fragrance on your lips and teeth—it's a wonderful tea!

His gaze, however, unconsciously drifted back to the girl opposite him.