Is it three quarters past noon?

That would be around two o'clock in the afternoon. Luo Jiu quickly calculated in her mind and felt that there was still time, so she immediately turned her attention to the dining table.

The food looked and smelled delicious, and its aroma slowly filled the entire private room. Luo Jiu was already tempted just by the smell, and quickly picked up her chopsticks to begin her battle among the food.

Mmm, this crab is so delicious, it's so satisfying.

Being a puppet emperor isn't so bad. You have endless money, you can eat whatever you want, and you don't have to review memorials. The only downside is the lack of personal freedom, but that's bearable.

[Master, your thoughts are extremely dangerous! Yellow warning! You're going to become a powerful, career-driven female lead.]

Waaah, shut up. Don't disturb my eating.

After eating and drinking their fill, Luo Jiu and Yue Ying boarded the carriage with a satisfied expression and headed towards Yunmeng Lake.

I suddenly remembered what the waiter had mentioned about Young Master Rongyu, and I became a little curious.

-007, 007, who is this Rongyu Gongzi?

[...Rong Yu is the second male lead.]

- Oh, the second male lead. And what else? Could you be any more perfunctory?

Rumor has it that Rong Yu was a legendary healer. He loved collecting calligraphy and paintings, and also enjoyed listening to opera. The only remaining opera troupe he owned was likely his backer.

What's also unusual about him is that he's lame. It's a congenital disability, likely caused by a congenital deficiency.

Isn't he a miracle doctor? How could he not cure her?

Master, do you understand the saying, "A doctor cannot heal himself"? Besides, this is a congenital deficiency, which is generally incurable.

- Oh. You're mocking me! I just didn't expect it. Besides, my side job used to be being a popular Weibo influencer who appraises ancient Chinese calligraphy and paintings. How dare you laugh at me?

【Hello Master, your adorable 007 is currently in a daydream state. Please call again later.】

- I'm so angry! Get out here right now.

【Greetings, Master! Your little darling, 0007, is online. Please give your orders.】

Luo Jiu: "..."

007, you said this world has a male lead. The second male lead, could there be a female lead?

Yes, in the original script, you were cannon fodder, and you were secretly executed after the male lead usurped the throne.

A plot to usurp the throne?

[Ugh... 007 didn't say anything. Disappearing.]

Who is the female lead?

[She hasn't appeared yet, so I can't give away any spoilers. I'll let you know as soon as she appears.]

- I can't say this, I can't say that. 007, you're so useless.

[Waaaaah, Master, how could you say that to me?]

After joking around with 007 the whole way, the carriage stopped by Yunmeng Lake not long after.

"Hmm, the weather is really nice today. The sun is shining brightly, but it's not hot at all; it feels warm. It's a great choice to go out for a spring outing."

Having just won an argument with 007, Luo Jiu was in a great mood.

The lake was emerald green and clear, shimmering in the sunlight. A gentle breeze rippled across its surface. Dragonflies occasionally skimmed the water, casting their reflections. Willows swayed gently on the banks, caressing your face and letting you feel the warmth and vitality of spring.

“The name Yunmeng Lake is derived from the phrase ‘the mist rises from the Yunmeng Marsh.’ It’s quite beautiful and evocative,” Luo Jiu said, unable to resist praising it again.

"The mist rises from the Yunmeng Marsh! Young master, your poem is truly excellent," Yueying said with a smile.

"I didn't write this." After saying that, he walked towards the ferry.

Watching the two figures gradually walk away, two men suddenly appeared beside the willow tree where the two had just gotten off the car. One of them, sitting in a wheelchair, murmured, "The mist rises from the Yunmeng Marsh?"

Then he smiled and said, "That's really interesting."