Yunling didn't know what the Mohele modeled after her would be like—whether it would be all smiles, fierce and menacing, muttering like an old woman, or solemn and silent.
Yunling was genuinely curious and wished she could run over right then and there and ask Lu Yinghuai to hand it over so she could see it. If it wasn't well-made, she could either have it remade or keep it as a souvenir.
However, Pei Lin was also in Lu Yinghuai's room. This man is prone to nagging, and if he knew about this, he might make a fuss. I would have to accompany him to make clay dolls late at night, which is unacceptable.
Yunling had no choice but to abandon the idea for the time being. She carefully put the Mohele back into the box, then put the box into her bundle. She then lifted the covers, about to lie down, when she noticed a note under the soft pillow. It read,
"The bedding has been changed. I originally wanted to burn osmanthus fragrance, but I was afraid that it would make the gluttonous cat crave osmanthus cake and stay up all night, so I burned a strong plum fragrance that is in season. Although there are no plum blossoms as a starter, it has a unique plum blossom fragrance when burned."
Yunling lay down, pulled the blanket over her shoulder, and took a deep sniff. She seemed to be able to smell the cool fragrance of plum blossoms. She slowly closed her eyes, then suddenly opened them. She wondered if Lu Yinghuai had left any other notes besides the two she had left.
Curious, she remembered that he had mentioned hot water bottles earlier, so she lifted the blankets, grabbed the hot water bottles placed on both sides, and checked them from all angles, even lifting the lids, but couldn't find them.
Yunling did not give up. She continued her search, secretly competing with Lu Yinghuai like a treasure hunter. She could not lose; she could not let him have a say in her affairs.
As the saying goes, perseverance pays off. Yunling finally found a note on the windowsill, which read:
"Don't bother looking anymore, this is the last note. If Ruolingniang can't sleep, she can hang a thin red string by the window, and I'll keep her company."
Yunling was furious at the words "Don't bother looking anymore." How could this person know everything, and know it so early on, writing it down here in advance? This is no fun, not fun at all.
Yunling was so angry that she slammed the window shut. What was the point of the red rope? She might as well just hang a white silk ribbon and strangle her.
Lu Yinghuai, who was brewing tea in the courtyard, couldn't help but shake his head and chuckle when he heard the heavy slamming of the back door. He had angered someone again and wondered how to appease him this time.
Lu Yinghuai was preoccupied with how to coax the little guy, while Pei Lin, who was sleeping in the room, was preoccupied with how to make his presence felt.
Before today, he thought Lu Yinghuai was nothing to worry about. Yunling would not like someone as scheming as him, who was calculating every step he took. Moreover, he had known Yunling for a long time and believed that their friendship was deeper than the sea, making them the most suitable life partners.
But Lu Yinghuai's words just now hit him like a blow to the head, making him realize that he didn't understand Yun Ling. He... he... he seemed to be unable to understand Yun Ling.
Yunling knows medicine, she likes to discuss business, she loves excitement, she...she...she...
Pei Lin rubbed his temples, trying to calm himself down. He was sure he understood, but Lu Yinghuai's words had disrupted his thoughts. Once he calmed down, he could figure out everything about Yun Ling.
However, the more he thought about it, the more confused and anxious he became. The image of Yunling and Lu Yinghuai exchanging knowing glances kept replaying in his mind. He was afraid, he was terrified. If Yunling married Lu Yinghuai, he…
Pei Lin's heart skipped a beat. Even though it was just a hypothetical situation, his heart felt like it was being gripped tightly by someone. If Yun Ling really did marry Lu Yinghuai, what would become of him?
No, he absolutely cannot let this happen.
Pei Lin didn't sleep all night. At the crack of dawn, he ran to the backyard. He didn't shout or yell, but waited quietly. Perhaps Lu Yinghuai always waited quietly like this. He didn't know why he wanted to imitate this behavior, but he felt that it was right to do it, so he did it.
As dawn broke, Tang Ling brought a basin of hot water for Yun Ling to wash up. Only then did he follow behind Tang Ling, stopping in front of the door, suppressing the urge to rush in, and obediently waiting at the door.
"Young lady, get up quickly. Pei Erlang is already waiting outside the door. You promised to have breakfast with him yesterday, don't forget."
Yunling poked her head out from under the covers, her cheeks flushed. Her slight dazedness added to her cuteness.
"Pei Erlang? You mean that short guy? Is he waiting outside the door? Why isn't he saying a word? He used to be so loud and boisterous, but now he's become a silent gourd. Could he be mute?"
"You're the one who's mute."
Pei Lin finally couldn't hold back and broke down in his guard, pushing open the door and rushing into the room. Upon seeing Yun Ling, he abandoned all pretense of being well-behaved, sitting down on a stool, crossing his legs, and behaving like a typical spoiled brat.
"Hurry up! Who comes to Bianjing and just sleeps all the time? Let's go out for breakfast, take a stroll, eat at a restaurant, and then wander around the entertainment district. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"
"Hey, let me tell you, there are plenty of merchants in the area. Who knows, if you stick with me, you might find a wool merchant."
Yunling finished rinsing her mouth and replied:
"But didn't you say yesterday that these things aren't very reliable, that people are easily sold out, and that you'd end up helping them count the money?"
"That's you. I'm different. I'm smart. With me around, no one can fool you."
With a warm towel on her face, Yunling tried her best to absorb the warmth from the towel. Too lazy to argue with this guy, she kicked him out of the room, changed her clothes, and was about to go out when Chen Jie and Gangzi came up to her to say goodbye.
These past few days, the Lu family's merchant ships have been reloaded with goods. As the head of the escort team, Chen Jie naturally has to go with the ships. Although Yun Ling is reluctant to part with him, Chen Jie has an entire group of brothers in the escort agency to take care of, so he can't just think of her. Therefore, she lets it go.
"Is the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort) returning to Pingcheng?"
"No, this merchant ship is going down the Grand Canal to the south of the Yangtze River."
"Jiangnan? Jiangnan has beautiful scenery, clear waters and beautiful people. Not bad, Chief Escort. You've been to more places than I've eaten salt."
Chen Jie scratched the back of his head and asked:
"Grandma, would you like to come with me to the south of the Yangtze River? It's much faster to travel along the Grand Canal."
Yunling was somewhat tempted, but only slightly. She had important business to attend to, so even the most fun places, and the places she most wanted to visit, had to wait until later.
"No, when will the镖头 (bodyguard/escort) depart?"
Chen Jie was somewhat disappointed.
"We must set off immediately."
"So soon? Why didn't you tell me beforehand?"
"It was a last-minute decision. We were originally scheduled to depart in two days, but the goods were all inventoried yesterday, so..."
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