On the morning of the third day, we continued our journey.
The closer they got to Ruzhou, the more depressed Jing Zhe and Wang Yingqiu became. They had thought they would be together all the way, but they never expected to be separated because of Yu Haixing.
She then glared at him fiercely.
Perhaps it was because he was getting closer and closer to Ruzhou and Wuxian Pavilion that Yu Haixing was not afraid at all and was arrogant.
Because Wang Yingqiu needed to return to Wuxian Pavilion that evening, they traveled very quickly that day. By sunset, the group had arrived at the post station outside Ruzhou City, and their journey to Jinxi was nearly halfway complete.
At this moment, Wang Yingqiu prepared to leave.
Su Moyan knew Wang Yingqiu's identity and didn't say much. Jing Zhe and Wang Yingqiu had talked all night, and even though they were reluctant to part, they had to separate at this time.
So, Wang Yingqiu rode her horse with Bailu in tow, glanced at Jing Zhe a few times with some reluctance, whispered "See you in Jinxi" in his ear, and then headed towards Ruzhou City without looking back.
Yu Haixing was overjoyed and naturally wanted to follow.
Before he left, he said a few words to Su Moyan and invited her, "Your Highness, my home is in Ruzhou, and our Wuxian Pavilion is also there. Why don't you come into the city for a visit?"
Su Moyan came out to go to Jinxi. If he wanted to have fun, he wouldn't have to go so far, so he simply refused.
Upon hearing this, Yu Haixing glanced smugly at Jing Zhe, then rode away on horseback.
...
Upon entering the inn, Jing Zhe was in low spirits. After eating some food, he told Su Moyan and went upstairs.
The next morning, the group set off, and when they reached the fork in the road leading to Ruzhou City, Su Moyan and his carriage stopped.
"Brother Su, what's wrong?"
Jing Zhe poked his head out and asked.
Seeing that Jing Zhe's mood hadn't changed, Su Moyan knew what he was thinking, so he smiled and said to him, "Brother Jing, according to the normal itinerary, we will arrive in Jinxi three or four days in advance, which is more than enough time. And given your relationship with Master Wang, since you've come to Ruzhou, it would seem impolite not to visit Wuxian Pavilion, wouldn't it?"
Feng Lianru chimed in, "Yes, Brother Jing, why don't you ride into the city and pay a visit to Wuxian Pavilion? You can come back tonight and continue your journey! If something really happens and you're delayed, you can have Hanhan send a message. You'll be back before Chenshi (7-9 AM) tomorrow!"
After hearing what the two had to say, Jing Zhe became even more eager to try.
"Then... thank you both!"
Jing Zhe cupped his hands in greeting to them, then asked for two horses, got off the carriage, and prepared to ride with Hanhan to Ruzhou City.
At this moment, a tall horse galloped towards them from the direction of Ruzhou City, and what was even more surprising was that a woman was riding on it.
The woman wore a simple, plain white long brocade robe, with intricate and vigorous branches embroidered on the cotton-padded robe with dark brown silk thread. Outside the silk thread, blooming plum blossoms were embroidered in peach-pink patterns, extending from the hem of the skirt to her waist. A wide, dark purple belt cinched her slender waist, highlighting her graceful figure and giving her an elegant yet noble air.
Over his cotton-padded coat, he wore a light purple, open-fronted gauze robe. With every movement, the ordinary cotton-padded coat seemed to shimmer and flow, and as the sword hanging at his waist swayed, it added an air of chivalry.
Her unusually long hair was simply tied up with a purple and white ribbon, giving her a clean and elegant look. Her willow-leaf eyebrows were drawn in charcoal black, which made her fair and delicate skin stand out even more. Her charming phoenix eyes shone brightly with every glance. Pink rouge made her skin look fair and rosy, and her thin lips were painted with light red, making her whole face look exceptionally beautiful.
Judging from her demeanor and charm, the woman should be around the same age as Lin Qingshan, almost thirty years old, but time seems to have been exceptionally kind to her, leaving not many traces on her face.
So much so that her beautiful face in her early twenties, combined with the charm and elegance of someone around thirty, made her even more alluring.
Moreover, after careful observation, Jing Zhe discovered that this woman was not only beautiful, but also a master! He couldn't even discern her cultivation level!
Having been in this world for so long, it's safe to say that this woman is the most mature and sophisticated woman Jing Zhe has ever met.
I couldn't help but take a second look.
The woman merely glanced at them, did not slow down, and ran past them in the direction behind them.
Su Moyan and Feng Lianru were stunned by the woman's charm as they watched her retreating figure, and stood there staring without getting into the car.
The woman took only a few steps, then seemed to remember something and suddenly turned back. She stared at their two carriages and the surrounding entourage, then turned her gaze to Jing Zhe, Hanhan, Su Moyan, and Feng Lianru standing on the ground.
However, his gaze was rather short-lived when looking at the other three, and finally he focused his attention on Hanhan alone.
Jing Zhe suddenly felt a little hurt and frustrated: This woman, her taste is too unique, isn't it?
At this moment, the woman frowned and spoke in a cold voice.
"You... are Jing Zhe?"
"..."
The voice was somewhat cold, sending chills down one's spine.
But the question she asked was really strange.
Hanhan was also stunned for a moment, unsure whether he was frightened by the woman's beautiful face or by the fierce aura emanating from her. After stammering for a while, he finally said, "I...I'm not the young chieftain!"
"..."
Hearing this, the woman seemed relieved, but then asked with great confusion, "You're not Jing Zhe? Then who is?"
"It's me."
Jing Zhe gave a curt reply and walked out.
"You? You're Jing Zhe?"
As he spoke, he looked him up and down again, then shook his head.
"..."
Although the woman was beautiful, the disdainful tone she spoke was rather hard to describe.
"It's me. May I ask what business this... lady has with me?"
Jing Zhe suppressed his anger and asked.
But the woman didn't answer. Instead, she glanced at him sideways and asked with some disdain, "Where are you going? Jinxi? Are you just planning to leave without looking back?"
"..."
Upon hearing the woman's question, Jing Zhe was both furious and mentally analyzed the situation, finally concluding that the woman must have some connection to him.
After thinking it over, I've roughly figured it out, but I can't confirm it yet.
"No, I plan to go to Ruzhou City."
"Oh? What are you going to Ruzhou City for?"
"Let's go visit the Wuxian Pavilion!"
At this point, Jing Zhe met the woman's gaze and boldly looked up at her without flinching. The woman met his gaze for a moment, but ultimately, she was somewhat overwhelmed and looked away first.
A blush seemed to have appeared on her fair and delicate skin, adding to her beauty.
"Heh, is that so? At least you have some conscience!"
"..."
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