126 frightened the eagle

At dawn, the sun rises very early over the border. Its rays illuminate the earth, without distinction of rank or social status. Inside the market, activity has already begun.

Janice Vidal got up very early that morning. As usual, she got up early to prepare breakfast. Of course, most of it was already prepared by the helpers she had hired.

However, I still often make myself breakfast in the morning out of habit. The ingredients are much more abundant now than before. Soy milk, shumai, shrimp wontons, xiaolongbao, egg pancakes, potstickers, scallion pancakes, sesame balls, red bean glutinous rice rolls, glutinous rice balls, and fresh meat mooncakes.

All sorts of things. Four or five kinds every day. At this moment, Wei Lan felt like there was nothing she could do to help. She used to be able to help with cooking. Now it seemed like there was nothing she could do. Sometimes she would give He Chen a few clothes. She still missed the old days.

Wen'er doesn't have to go to school today. She's still fast asleep. Wei Lan sees how hard she works every day, and since she finally has a day off, she won't disturb her. She plans to get up early and make her something she often eats: dumpling noodles.

By this time, the female helper had already prepared all the ingredients.

I put on a dark green cotton-linen suit and a dark coat, washed up, and went out. I had just arrived in the courtyard when I bumped into Wanqing, who was also leaving.

I didn't expect to get up so early today.

She wore a light-colored, loose-fitting women's tracksuit, black culottes, and crystal shoes. She seemed completely unfazed by the cold. Seeing Wei Lan, who was already up early, she smiled sweetly and said, "Good morning, Sister Lan."

Wei Lan gently took her hand and said affectionately, "Little sister, why didn't you sleep a little longer? It was still quite chilly this morning. You weren't dressed warmly enough."

After saying that, he gently hugged Wanqing in his arms.

Wanqing had never experienced anything like this before. At this moment, she could lean gently against it, feeling an unparalleled sense of warmth.

Wei Lan asked softly, "What did you usually eat for breakfast? I'd like someone to prepare something you like."

Wanqing thought for a moment and said, "I usually eat some fruit, or sweet potatoes, or green plants."

Wei Lan was initially surprised upon hearing this. Then, as if remembering something, she didn't ask further. Instead, she gently inquired, "Would egg pancakes, potstickers, soy milk, shumai, noodles, etc., be acceptable?"

Wanqing nodded gently and said, "Sure, I've never tried it before! Can we go take a look together?"

Wei Lan affectionately patted Wan Qing's head and softly said, "Let's go together." Then, holding hands, they prepared to walk towards the kitchen.

People change. Influenced by her environment, Wei Lan is increasingly showing the air of a wealthy lady. Her every move exudes an air of nobility. The nurturing environment has gradually manifested itself in Wei Lan.

Suddenly, a miniature eagle demon swooped down from the sky, as if it had fallen directly from above. It landed swiftly in the courtyard. Although it was a miniature version, it was still about five feet tall.

Its feathers were entirely glossy black, mixed with a hint of dark gold. Standing in the courtyard, it was tall and imposing, exceptionally handsome.

At this moment, the Qilin suddenly emerged from the void. Its pair of dark, gleaming eyes stared intently. The eagle demon felt a surge of fear and oppression emanating from its bloodline.

Piaomiaoyue and Yunsu, dressed in a simple white robe, each wielding a double sword and a short blade, arrived in the courtyard in the blink of an eye. They stood guard in front of Wei Lan and the other two women, their expressions wary.

Wei Qinghui and Bi Yunyan, both dressed in loose robes, quickly arrived in the courtyard.

The eagle demon trembled with fear. The terrifying aura surrounding him made him too terrified to move. He quickly stammered, "Ladies, I am your subordinate."

At this moment, I looked at the trembling eagle demon and said, "This is the eagle demon Weiming, a subordinate taken in by the master."

The eagle demon was overjoyed to hear Wanqing's explanation. He then gradually relaxed, bowing deeply to those around him, and said, "Eagle demon Weiming greets all the ladies."

Piaomiaoyue, Yunsu, Wei Qinghui, Biyunyan, and Wei Lan were all astonished to see the eagle demon speak. They opened their mouths but remained silent for the time being, listening quietly.

The eagle demon relaxed. It said, "My master saved many people. He would like to ask you all to be settled in."

Then he described in detail how He Chen had slaughtered the Black Wind Stronghold. It seemed this eagle demon had been following He Chen all along, thus witnessing everything.

Everyone who heard this was both surprised and found it quite normal. At this moment, Wanqing asked, "Where is the master now?"

The eagle demon paused for a moment, then said, "In that direction, we'll be there soon." It then pointed southwest with its wing.

Although they said they would arrive soon, and that they had saved many people, they didn't know the exact location. Even the eagle demon couldn't give a clear answer.

He Chen himself had forgotten to mention the specific location. This eagle demon wasn't human after all; although it witnessed the whole thing and knew the exact location, it would be back soon. However, it overlooked one thing: where were the others?

Yun Su quickly realized something and took a map from her spatial hand. The terrain on the map was very similar to the surrounding area. She showed it to the eagle demon and asked it to examine it carefully.

The eagle demon studied the map carefully for a moment, then pointed to a spot and said, 'It's this mountain. Tell you to wait for him on the official road at the foot of the mountain.'

Then, he nodded firmly and said, "Yes, that's what the master said. Then you all wait for him on the main road. The master brought these people down from the mountain."

Piaomiaoyue, Yunsu, Wei Qinghui, and Biyunyan exchanged glances. Then they looked at Wanqing. Wanqing nodded and said, "Weiming is exceptionally clever. The master probably came down from the mountain."

Yun Su nodded and said, "Okay, please lead the way."

Wanqing thought for a moment and said, "I wonder which sister would like to go with me first? Weiming flies very fast. We can go ahead and explore."

The group quickly discussed it and then made a decision.

Piaomiaoyue made the arrangements: "Qinghui and Wanqing, come with me first. Yunsu, go and summon Elder Weng and Inspector Jinluo, and have them organize the manpower. Prepare the carriage. Once we've finalized everything, we'll depart immediately."

Yun Su nodded quickly and immediately went back to her room to change her clothes. The others also quickly went back to their rooms to change.

Soon after they came out, Piaomiaoyue, Wei Qinghui, Yun Su, Biyunyan, Wanqing and others had all changed their clothes.

Yun Su and Bi Yunyan were dressed in a blue and pink ruqun with a straight collar and small flowers.

Piaomiaoyue and Wei Qinghui were dressed in light-colored floral martial arts attire, a common sight. They glanced at each other and nodded in tacit agreement.