I didn't eat; instead, I opened this brocade pouch first. The pouch was entirely red, with the character for "happiness" embroidered on both the front and back, making it very festive.

"Brother Chen, let's listen to what Lin Da said and eat first!"

Old Dao saw that I was about to open the brocade pouch, but he still tried to dissuade me.

I thought about it and decided to open it and take a look anyway.

"Alright, you guys eat first, don't wait for me!"

I told Old Knife and Ant to eat first. As soon as I finished speaking, Ant picked up the food and began to wolf it down.

I must say, the food here is really something special. It even dazzled the ants. The aroma alone smelled amazing.

"Brother Chen, open it. If there's any danger, I'll be there with you!"

Old Dao put down his chopsticks and came to my side.

Lao Dao is a good guy; he's very loyal no matter what he does.

He said he'd stay with me, and even if his stomach was growling with hunger, he'd still stay with me.

I quickly opened the bag, and inside was something written on red paper with the birth date and time written on it.

There's also the name Lin Momo.

I unfolded this thing and was very puzzled by what I saw on it.

It was a letter asking for help; Lin Momo had asked me to come to the lotus pond to find her.

Moreover, it stated that the situation was extremely critical and that I should come over immediately.

"Let's go, Old Dao! Let's go take a look!"

Although I sensed something was wrong, I still decided to go and check it out!

Lin Momo is also a key figure, and I believe that I can get the information I want from her.

"Okay, Brother Chen, I'll go with you. Ants, you're still eating them, you bastard!"

Old Dao stood up, indicating that he wanted to follow me, and then slapped an ant.

The ant is now happily gnawing on a chicken leg, thoroughly enjoying its meal.

"Hehe, Brother Chen, Brother Dao, I was just really hungry, please excuse me!"

The ant seemed a little embarrassed, but continued to eat heartily.

I waved my hand: "Ant, keep eating. When you're full, go find Old Luo, and then come find us at the lotus pond!"

Then, I grabbed Lao Dao and said, "Come on, Lao Dao, let's go over there first!"

Old Dao stood up, ready to follow me, but suddenly stopped and took out a few pieces of brown paper from his backpack.

They packed up all the roast chicken and roast duck on the table.

"Brother Chen, no matter what, it won't hurt to bring these along!"

Old Dao took these things with him and set off on his journey with me.

"Old Dao, you're familiar with the Lotus Pond, aren't you?"

I just sent Lao Dao and Ant to scout out the situation. They've figured out where the lotus pond is, and they've found out pretty much everything.

"Yes, it's just ahead. There's a big courtyard at the very front, and beyond that is the lotus pond. The lotus flowers there are all in bloom, and they smell quite nice!"

Old Dao nodded and told me that he and the ants had explored most of the house.

There weren't many different kinds of flowers in the courtyard, but the whole place was really huge. The Lin family's house was about twice the size of the He family's house, which surprised me.

"Brother Chen, have some of this!"

Old Dao handed me a chicken leg, and I didn't refuse. After walking for so long, I was a little hungry.

I checked the food and found there was nothing wrong with it, so I started eating heartily. When Lao Dao saw me eating, he didn't stand on ceremony either and started gnawing on the rest of the food.

Along the way, we saw quite a few maids and servants. Looking at the whole house, I estimated that there were at least three hundred servants.

Even in ancient times, such a large family would be considered a top-tier wealthy family, which alone puts them several levels above the previous He family.

We bypassed the servants and carefully made our way to the lotus pond. There, I saw a very beautiful figure from behind, and I swallowed hard.

Just seeing her back is enough to stir my heart. Is this Lin Momo?

The woman was dressed very elegantly, like a lady from a prominent family in the Qing Dynasty; even her back view was captivating.

"Miss Lin!"

I called out, but before Lin Momo could turn around, Lao Dao looked at me in surprise.

"Chen, Brother Chen! You!"

Old Dao was so excited he couldn't even speak a single word.

I was a little curious, so I looked at Lao Dao's pants; he hadn't peed.

It seems he didn't see anything terrible: "What's wrong, Lao Dao? Why are you making such a fuss? Can't you talk things out?"

Old Dao pointed at my hand, his expression even more surprised: "Brother Chen, look at your body, you seem to have become younger!"

I was stunned. I quickly looked at my hands, and sure enough, my hands were back.

Just like when I was twenty years old, no, that's not right, it's even more perfect than before, with smoother skin!

I took out the bronze mirror, and sure enough, the reflection in the mirror showed me as someone in my twenties.

I can no longer contain my joy.

"How could this be! That's great, Old Knife!"

I was incredibly excited. Nothing could make me happier than this. I came to Shenwu County in the first place precisely for this day.

"Hehe, I don't know either, but it's a good thing at least!"

Lao Dao was genuinely happy for me.

At that moment, Lin Momo turned around.

It was a very beautiful face; I remember seeing it before.

"Old Dao, do you remember that woman in the coffin at Fatty's house back then?"

I swallowed hard, feeling my body stiffen.

I remember now, this Lin Momo is exactly the same as the one who appeared at Fatty's house!

"Brother Chen, I'm not sure either, but it seems like that!"

Old Dao was truly terrified this time.

The secret passage in Fatty's house left a deep impression on both Lao Dao and me.

"Lightning Strike Sword, prepare to attack!"

I silently called upon the Thunderstrike Sword, hoping it would be of some use now.

However, the lightning sword seemed to be dead, showing no reaction whatsoever.

Lin Momo slowly walked towards me, getting closer and closer.

"Chen Lang, you've finally arrived! Do you know how long I've waited for you?"

Lin Momo looked at me, her eyes filled with three parts resentment and seven parts love, making my head spin.

The Lin Momo in front of me is indeed beautiful; both her figure and face are quite stunning.

The problem is, I'm not interested in that kind of woman!

Regardless of whether Lin Momo is an old thing or a ghost, I have no interest in her. I regret coming to this place.

I think I understand now why Lin Da made me eat these meals before I left.

I reckon the main reason I look younger is the food.

After eating these meals, I will become younger, and becoming younger will just earn me Lin Momo's favor.

"Chen Lang, don't you remember? We even have a marriage certificate!"

Lin Momo's voice was incredibly beautiful, as if a sound card had been turned on; every word she uttered was captivating.

Marriage certificate?

I was taken aback, then reached into my pocket.