Chapter 10 Heading to Da Chu
Ye Qingyu didn't really like meat dishes, and these dishes were oily and spicy, so she only occasionally picked up a few bites with her chopsticks and ate with Qingyi. On the other hand, Qingyi ate with gusto, devouring most of the four dishes in one whirlwind.
"It's delicious! It's a pity that there is no good wine from the Central Plains here!" After Qing Yi had eaten and drunk his fill, he burped in satisfaction and sighed.
"Haven't you ever eaten enough when you were in Central Plains before?" Ye Qingyu looked at the leftovers on the table and was very surprised at Qingyi's extraordinary appetite.
"Ah? I... um... did I eat a little too much? Hahahaha, I haven't eaten for a long time, and I couldn't help it. I was so greedy." Qing Yi explained a little guiltily, fearing that Xiao Ye would think he was a glutton who only knew how to eat.
"After we leave the Western Regions, find a cook from here and bring him to the palace." Ye Qingyu suddenly said.
"Huh?" Qing Yi was momentarily taken aback. Didn't Xiao Ye dislike Western cuisine? Why was he even considering hiring a chef from the Western Regions? He was about to ask when he glanced up and saw two familiar figures enter the restaurant.
"Oh no! Oh no! It's my master!" Qing Yi was sharp-eyed and recognized Mo Qitian and Shi Wang at a glance.
Ye Qingyu followed Qing Yi's gaze and, as expected, saw two people walking in. It was too late to hide now, so she had no choice but to stand up.
As soon as Mo Qitian and Shi Wang stepped into the restaurant, they looked up and saw Qing Yi and Ye Qingyu.
"You are here too?" Mo Qitian's face darkened and there was a hint of displeasure in his tone. Why did he run into these two people wherever he went?
"Ah, Master, let's eat something here..." Qing Yi secretly groaned in his heart, how could it be such a coincidence that you two follow us wherever we go?
"Hmm!" Mo Qitian responded and found a seat. The King of Buddhism, however, looked normal and asked with a smile, "Have you finished eating? Let's eat together!"
"Thank you, Your Highness. We have finished eating." Qing Yi just wanted to leave quickly at this moment. How could a disciple have a secret meeting under the master's nose? Besides, who would be willing to watch their master talking about love?
"Well, after we finish eating, we plan to go to the West City Desert." Mo Qitian suddenly spoke. He was certainly not reporting the itinerary to his apprentice, but was clearly telling Qing Yi that you guys should not go to the next place, as he really didn't want to meet them again.
"Ah... Oh, Master, Prince, we'll leave first." Qing Yi stammered, then hurriedly pulled Ye Qingyu out of the restaurant.
"Xiao Ye, isn't my master too bullying? We were the ones who came here first!" Qing Yi started to complain as soon as he walked out of the restaurant. He didn't dare to do that in front of his master.
"I just don't understand, what exactly does King Shi like about my master?" Qing Yi was still complaining about his master endlessly.
"..." Ye Qingyu was speechless. Qing Yi was so mean that he even criticized his own master.
"Xiao Ye, I'll take you to the desert to ride a camel tomorrow." Qing Yi arranged the subsequent itinerary, thinking to himself that he must not meet his master and others by chance again next time.
Three days later.
"Beichen, I'm going to travel in the Central Plains for half a year, and the affairs of the Demon Cult will be left to you. If you encounter problems that cannot be solved, come to Prince Shi's Mansion to find me." Mo Qitian arranged the affairs of the Demon Cult in an orderly manner.
"Yes, Master." Beichen stepped forward and responded respectfully.
"Brother, please take good care of my little scorpions. Big Red Star is about to give birth, so you need to keep an eye on them. Remember to separate them after they're born..." Qing Yi worriedly told his brother, worried about his precious pets. But he couldn't take them to the Central Plains with him, as Xiao Ye was very resistant to these venomous scorpions.
"Don't worry, Qingyi, I will take good care of you." Beichen soothed in a gentle voice and agreed again.
"Beichen, Xitian Cottage has someone clean it every day. If your master comes, arrange for him to stay there." Mo Qitian's expression darkened slightly, and he instructed softly.
The West Heaven Cottage was the former residence of the Demon Lord. Over twenty years ago, everyone believed the Demon Lord had passed away, and the place had remained empty ever since. Mo Qitian was reluctant to enter, as it brought back too many memories and brought back nostalgic memories, while the others were not worthy enough to live there.
In Beichen's eyes, although the master harbored hatred towards the master, he still cared about him in his heart. Look, he even gave instructions about such trivial matters.
"Yes, Master, I will remember this." Beichen replied solemnly.
Finally, Mo Qitian, Shi Wang, Qing Yi and Ye Qingyu set out on a journey together, heading for the Central Plains of Da Chu.
"Qingyu, are you going to the capital this time?" King Shi asked Ye Qingyu. At this time, only the two of them were chatting. Mo Qitian was concentrating on instructing Qingyi on how to skillfully use his internal strength.
"Uncle, I'm worried about this matter and have been looking for an opportunity to ask you for advice." Ye Qingyu's tone was full of irritation. He hadn't mentioned the matter of the marriage arranged by the Emperor of Chu to Qingyi yet.
"What happened?" Prince Shi looked concerned. He knew very well that Ye Qingyu had a special identity, and no one had been able to fathom the Emperor Chu's thoughts.
"The Emperor wants to arrange a marriage for me. The other party is the niece of the Empress's mother's family." Ye Qingyu lowered his voice, full of resistance. Deep down, he didn't want Qing Yi to know about this, so he kept putting it off, swallowing the words that came to his lips.
Upon hearing this, the Buddhist King fell into deep thought, speechless for a moment. He understood his nephew's difficult situation all too well. Twenty years ago, he had faced a similar choice himself, ultimately forced to compromise, only to suffer endlessly in return.
He was filled with guilt, always feeling sorry for Mo Qitian and the concubine. But how could he not pay a price when he was born into a royal family, enjoying fine clothes and delicious food, and being worshipped by everyone?
"What are you thinking?" Prince Shi looked up at Qing Yi, who was clashing with Mo Qitian in the distance. This child had a lively and outgoing personality, completely different from Mo Qitian's reserved and restrained nature. Could he accept Ye Qingyu marrying his princess?
"Uncle, I originally planned to go to the capital to meet the emperor. Before the decree is announced, I would like to persuade the emperor to give up the idea." Ye Qingyu's attitude was firm, and his words were full of resistance.
"I guess the emperor's decision to grant the marriage was not a whim, and it wouldn't be so easy to change. Queen Xue's mother's family only has this one girl, and according to common sense, she should marry the prince. Why did he choose you?" Prince Shi frowned, secretly wondering whether the emperor was bewitched or had other intentions.
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