Chapter 1103 The Returnee's Notes 177
What Wang Younian was concerned about was that this old lady actually dared to enter Guibei Mountain, which showed that her strength was even greater than they had guessed. He had previously thought that the old lady's strength was about the same as his master's, but now he had to overturn that view.
He was also curious about the old lady's background, but unfortunately, even Wang Heng, who used to often accompany the old lady on commissions, didn't know. His master wouldn't tell him, and he had nowhere to ask.
How could someone so capable be hiding in such a small town?
Xie Ning was somewhat sensitive to gazes, so she was able to notice that Wang Younian was secretly observing the old lady, and the old lady herself was probably aware of it as well.
Wang Younian thought he had done a very discreet job.
However, the stare was not malicious, so the old man and the child ignored it.
Xie Ning was not familiar with Wang Younian. The two had only chatted a few times on their phones occasionally, and Wang Younian had given Xie Ning a large red envelope when Xie Ning started university.
I have heard Wang Ze mention his second senior brother, Wang Younian, jokingly saying that he is cunning and likes to get to the bottom of things.
Seemingly sensing the somewhat dull atmosphere in the car, Wang Younian took the initiative to start a conversation. It must be said that he was quite knowledgeable, and he talked about many strange things that Xie Ning had never heard of before, to the point that she didn't even bother to read the book.
Unlike his two fellow disciples, Wang Younian preferred to take on commissions from different places and travel around.
In his words, doing this commission is like going on a trip, and he likes to go to very remote places.
The two chatted more and more enthusiastically, and it wasn't until they arrived at their destination that Xie Ning suddenly looked out the window at the scenery.
The first thing you see is a large, robust banyan tree. Sunlight filters through the gaps in its leaves, casting dappled shadows that resemble scattered gold dust. Leaves fall to make way for the spring buds, drifting on the wind into the mirror-like lake, creating ripples that shimmer and sparkle.
A small boat was moored beside the tree, and the boatman was lying under the tree with his hands behind his head, enjoying the cool shade.
"arrive."
Xie Ning followed the old lady toward the boatman, while Wang Younian drove away directly. He wasn't going, or rather, he didn't have a boat ticket and couldn't go even if he wanted to.
"Boatman, to Qing Shi Town."
Hearing the old woman's hoarse voice, the boatman took off his sun-blocking hat. He had just seemed to be asleep, but there was no trace of sleepiness in his eyes.
"Boat ticket".
Xie Ning glanced at the old lady and saw her take out two ancient coins and hand them over. The boatman, who had been listless, immediately perked up when he saw the coins.
After examining it closely for a while, he asked, "From the Xie family?"
"Um."
"Let's go, get on the boat, don't look, don't listen, and don't ask."
He wasn't saying this to the old lady, but rather staring into Xie Ning's eyes, clearly showing his distrust of the young girl.
"She's sensible."
The boat had no canopy and swayed precariously as it headed deeper into the water. At first, the sun was shining brightly and the lake was so clear that you could see your reflection in it.
As the boat ventured deeper into the water, the surrounding fog thickened, and the water became somewhat murky, but the reflections on it became clearer.
Not only that, Xie Ning also saw his own reflection smiling on the water...
The old lady tugged at Xie Ning, urging her to sit further inside.
Neither of them spoke, and Xie Ning silently comforted the cat in her arms whose fur had stood on end.
There must be something underwater; no wonder they need "tickets."
As the boatman rowed, he naturally noticed the dark shadows wandering on the boat. However, he was used to it. After traveling a distance, he stopped the boat and lit an oil lamp at the bow.
The flickering firelight dispersed some of the surrounding thick fog.
Not long after the oil lamp was lit, Xie Ning heard a mournful song. The voice was very close, as if someone was whispering in her ear.
Xie Ning could see some things, so she saw everything that was floating in the thick fog and swimming in the lake, but she pretended not to see it.
At that moment, a bride dressed in red sat next to Xie Ning and sang softly. The melody was melodious and poignant, which made people feel sad.
Remembering the old lady's instructions, Xie Ning sat quietly on the boat, like a wooden sculpture.
The boatman also glanced at Xie Ning in surprise. At first, he thought Xie Ning was too young and might cause trouble, but now it seemed she was alright. This little girl was obedient, if nothing else.
After an unknown amount of time, the thick fog dissipated, and Xie Ning could finally make out the small dock ahead.
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