As the sun sets, everything in the world becomes dim and shadows become long and narrow.
The last ferry at Murhe Ferry will depart in about an incense stick's time.
The turbulent Hun River was now free of floating ice, and the muddy water after the rainy season was slowly becoming clear. Xiao Nan looked back at the gloomy river surface, feeling a sense of emotion.
When she set foot on this land a few days ago, she never imagined that she would experience so many twists and turns in such a short time.
Not far behind him, Hao Bai tied up Li Jingsheng and put him on the boat, then got off the boat and said goodbye to everyone.
"I have come here to fulfill the trust entrusted to me by my family elders, and I would also like to thank you all for your help. We part again today, and I don't know when we will meet again."
Zhongli actually returned the greeting gently, and his courtesy was very beautiful.
"We'll meet again if fate allows. I just don't know which title I should address you as when we meet again."
Hao Bai smiled brightly, his teeth turning a little whiter. "My real name is Qu Mo, but my family established a rule a long time ago that I cannot use my real name when traveling outside. Hao Bai is the name I use when traveling in the martial arts world. You can just call me Hao Bai from now on."
Xiao Nanhui listened with a smile on his face.
The word "mo" is a good choice. After all, how can you call yourself "good white" when you are born so black?
Hao Bai seemed to notice Xiao Nanhui's expression and turned his gaze slowly: "I wonder if I should call Brother Yao "Young Master" or "Miss" when we meet next time?"
Xiao Nanhui immediately turned serious, "Mr. Hao, you're joking. My name isn't as evocative as Mr. Yao's, but it's not something people would mistake for a woman's either."
Xiao Nanhui knew that since the other party was just a doctor, it would be easy for him to find out whether he was a man or a woman. But he just refused to admit it even if beaten to death.
In the world, who doesn’t have a thick skin?
Hao Bai blinked, pretending to look hurt, and clutched his chest in a pretentious manner. "I never thought Brother Yao would look at me like this. I was indeed a little darker when I was born, but not so dark that I could use the word 'ink'. My name was given to me by my parents, so I can't really refuse. But deep down, I still like people calling me Hao Bai, and I use this name when I make friends with people. I have absolutely no intention of deceiving anyone."
Humph, quibbling.
Xiao Nanhui smiled faintly and prepared to "see the guest off": "Mr. Hao, there is no need to explain to me. Although our journey has been bumpy, it has been a complete success. Let's just consider it a good relationship. In the future..."
Xiao Nanhui wanted to politely say, "We'll meet again someday, but the other party took over the conversation and said, "I will definitely go to Quecheng to pay a proper visit to Brother Yao in the future. Don't forget me when you do."
How shameless.
Unexpectedly, the other party actually had the nerve to speak the next second.
"There's one more thing I need to ask. Although it's an unreasonable request, I hope Brother Yao can help me."
Xiao Nanhui looked alert: "What's the matter?"
Hao Bai pointed at Jixiang and Huaqiu strolling with Shrike not far away and said, "I'm in a hurry to return home. I can't be as leisurely as I was on my way here. Buying a horse at the ferry isn't easy, and I might be delayed for some time. I'd like to ask Brother Yao to lend me a horse. I'll find a way to return it as soon as I get home."
Borrow a horse?
Xiao Nanhui was a little embarrassed: "It's not a question of whether to give it up or not. My horse has a bad temper, and it might be difficult for an outsider to control it..."
Seeing Hao Bai's face fall, the ferry was very busy and everyone was in a hurry. There were indeed few people to ask for help. She hesitated for a while and hadn't spoken yet when a voice suddenly interrupted her.
"Doesn't Master Yao's servant have another horse? Why not borrow it from Master Hao first?"
Xiao Nanhui glanced at Zhongli Jing and said, "Without Hua Qiu, what will Shrike ride?"
"Brother Shrike can ride Master Yao's horse. If Master Yao doesn't mind, you can ride in the same carriage with me. We're both taking the dry road back to Que City, so it should be convenient for us." After a pause, he added, "My carriage is definitely spacious, Master Yao, you can put your worries aside."
If Xiao Nanhui refused, it would seem that she was very petty and calculative.
Oh, and there is also a secret seal.
Anyway, she still had to look after the thing she had worked so hard to get. If she really let that person stay in the car alone, she couldn't be sure if he would play tricks on her.
She couldn't compare to those people with such a keen eye, so it was better for her to keep an eye on it with her own eyes.
"Okay." Xiao Nanhui nodded, gave a brief explanation, and then handed Hua Qiu to Hao Bai.
Hao Bai thanked him profusely again, and at the end secretly gave Xiao Nan two big boxes as a thank you gift.
By the time he had settled the horses, the time was just right.
The ferry slowly sailed away from the shore, Hao Bai's eye-catching white clothes sparkled at the stern, and finally disappeared in the direction of the other side of the river.
After the last ship left the shore, the merchants and travelers on the river bank dispersed, leaving only a few people tidying up the ropes on the dock.
Ding Weixiang drove over with the newly harnessed carriage and wanted to help Zhongli Jing onto it, but he paused when he touched the other person's hand.
The skin under his hand was as cold as snow. He subconsciously tried to feel the pulse, but the other party dodged it.
"No problem."
Ding Weixiang's face could be described as terrified, but since the man didn't let him touch him, he didn't dare to go beyond the line and had to kneel on one knee to apologize.
"I failed to take good care of my master and deserve death."
Zhongli just waved his hand gently, indicating that he would not pursue the matter.
Even when he was sick, there was not much change on his face, except for a barely perceptible melancholy in his eyes.
At this time, Shrike had also mounted his horse. Xiao Nanhui walked over holding the box given by Hao Bai. Just as he was about to say that he had occupied someone else's carriage and would cause trouble along the way, he received two knife-like glances from Ding Weixiang.
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