I rummaged through the study and found chess manuals inside.

Pei Zhi naturally knew how to play chess.

But now she has to pretend, pretend to be a novice, know a little, but not really know how.

It's not so easy for a max-level player to enter the newbie village.

After watching for a while, the maid asked if the meal should be served.

Pei Zhi's courtyard has a small kitchen. Apart from breakfast, the maids bring the rest of the meals from the kitchen.

The small kitchen is used to heat up dishes, or when Pei Zhi wants to eat late-night snacks or pastries.

A large table was laden with food, and a maid brought over bird's nest soup.

"Miss, this is bird's nest soup. Madam specifically instructed that you drink one cup every day."

Pei Zhi stirred it a couple of times with a spoon. This stuff tasted bland and really wasn't tasty.

Pei Zhi put down her spoon, picked up her bowl, and drank it all in one gulp.

Pei Zhi didn't eat much of the table full of exquisite and delicious dishes.

I didn't sleep well and I don't have much of an appetite.

After Pei Zhi finished using it, the maid cleaned up what Pei Zhi had left behind.

Pei Zhi was trying to recall what Xiao Chengci and Shang Huai looked like, but it had been so long that she couldn't quite remember.

In my mind, I can only vaguely recall the general outline.

After resting for a while, the maid helped Pei Zhi change into a set of light clothes that she could wear when going out.

The carriage at the side gate was already waiting, ready to depart as soon as Pei Zhi boarded.

On the carriage, Pei Zhi asked the maid a couple of questions.

For example, when she arrives at Mr. Yuan's house, should she go and greet Mrs. Yuan?

"Madam Yuan specifically instructed that learning chess is not easy for Miss, so there is no need for such formalities."

Pei Zhi nodded. This was good, as it saved her some trouble.