While chatting with Meng Zhang, Qin Nan was so tired that she soon dozed off and was helped to lie down on Bai Hao's lap.
Meng Zhang smiled and said nothing more, quietly fishing.
Bai Hao looked down at the sleeping Qin Nan, took off his coat and covered him with it.
Nothing happened that night. The next day, Qin Nan woke up at dawn and couldn't sleep soundly after having a dream.
Bai Jue sought out Qin Nan that day because Zhu Jiuyin foresaw the future: the Mountain and Sea Realm would experience great turmoil, though it would ultimately find peace, the process would be...
Although Bai Jue didn't know anything about Qin Nan, he was too meticulous. Based on just a few fragments, he guessed six or seven parts of the truth. He guessed that Qin Nan would pay a certain price, so he asked him if he would persist and gave him something to protect him.
Qin Nan was very grateful, but this time he really had enough courage to settle this matter. Only Bai Hao... he was afraid he would feel indebted to him.
Bai Hao: "What's wrong? Were you dreaming? You seem distracted."
Qin Nan: "Yeah, I had a dream, but I don't remember what it was about."
Bai Hao: "Does anyone in the village know how to cook? Want to come over and get something to eat?"
Qin Nan shook his head: "No need, we still have some Zhuyu grass, let's use that to stave off hunger for now."
Food can be missed too; eat less of it, and you'll miss it less.
Qin Nan: "Where are Ranran and Mengzhang?"
Bai Hao: "Ranran wasn't quite used to it when she woke up, so Meng Zhang carried her around the village."
Qin Nan: "The sea market you mentioned has started?"
Bai Hao: "It won't be that fast. We need to start preparing this afternoon, and the market will probably open around sunset."
Qin Nan: "What's sold at the market?"
Bai Hao: "There are many, including humans, gods, and beasts. They sell things they make or some of their own treasures. For example, the Ran Yi fish sells its molted scales, which can prevent the wearer from having nightmares."
Or perhaps some rare fruits or magical herbs will be picked by people or animals.
Some craftsmen also sell weapons and other items.
In addition, there may be some things that are hard to find elsewhere in the world that are sold in the market.
Qin Nan: "Hmm, it seems I'm afraid I can't even take a look."
Bai Hao: "Why?"
Qin Nan: "Do you know the remains of the nine golden crows that Hou Yi shot down?"
Bai Hao: "Hmm... what you retrieved is..."
Qin Nan smiled wryly: "Yes, nobody knows where she is, not even Xi He. So, will she come looking for her?"
Bai Hao: "It's not impossible."
Qin Nan: "It's alright. Once the scroll is repaired, I'll put it in. If you leave me some of your presence, there shouldn't be any residue."
Bai Hao: "Hmm, you want the Golden Crow to deal with those ghosts in the Netherworld?"
Qin Nan paused for a moment: "That's not wrong either."
Bai Hao's eyes darkened, and he didn't ask any more questions.
Chi Ran: "Brother Anan! Brother Bai Hao!"
Meng Zhang carried Chi Ran around the village, bringing her plenty of food and toys because he thought she was cute. Chi Ran was holding a toy and eating a steamed bun, showing no signs of discomfort.
Qin Nan got up, took the clothes Bai Hao had draped over his shoulders, and patted the dirt off his clothes.
Qin Nan: "Good morning, Ranran. Did you wash your hands before eating?"
Chi Ran: "Yes, I washed. I washed at my aunt's house!"
Meng Zhang stepped onto the island in the middle of the lake, placed Chi Ran on a chair, and then put the remaining large bag of buns on the table.
Meng Zhang: "Perfect timing, I have quite a few. Have some, and let Bai Hao help you with your washing up. I don't have much here; I mostly use magic."
Qin Nan: "Okay."
Qin Nan didn't want to eat, but since Meng Zhang had already brought it, he couldn't refuse. He asked Bai Hao to help him with a cleansing ritual, and then sat down and ate a few steamed buns. Although they were vegetarian, they tasted good.
Bai Hao didn't have much of an appetite, nor did he necessarily need to eat anything. However, since Qin Nan wasn't going out in the Mirage Realm today, he had some free time and lay on the soft couch with his eyes closed to rest.
At times like these, he still misses the electronic products invented by humankind, which are great for killing time.
Chi Ran: "Brother Anan, are you going to the market today?"
Qin Nan: "I'm not going, but Ranran wants to go?"
Chi Ran: "Hehe, I want to go. I've never seen a market before. The last one was before I was born. I only heard my mother mention it. I didn't expect to run into it. But Uncle Meng isn't going. I'll wait for Brother Jie Chong to take me."
Qin Nan: "Well, Ranran can't run away by herself this time. There will definitely be a lot of people at the market. She has to stay close to the adults."
Chi Ran nodded with a grin: "Yes, Ranran is scared too, I'll never run away again!"
Meng Zhang: "Nothing will happen. I left a mark on the cub, so it can be found even if it gets lost."
Bai Hao, who was lying with his eyes closed, suddenly spoke: "Ranran, you still have a mark on your body. Was it left to you by Xi Rou?"
Chi Ran: "Yes, it was left by Lord Shuilong, but she probably hasn't woken up yet. When I left, there were many wine jars next to Lord Shuilong, and she was still drinking. Otherwise, she would have realized I was missing."
Meng Zhang frowned upon hearing this.
Bai Hao: "Do you know why she drinks?"
Chi Ran: "I don't know, but the mermaid sister said that Lord Water Dragon is too sad and can't cry, so he is in a lot of pain. Only drinking alcohol can make him feel better."
Meng Zhang remained silent, and Bai Hao didn't ask any more questions.
Qin Nan had heard of the Water Dragon, but had never seen it or known it. Judging from Meng Zhang's reaction and Bai Hao's question, there must be some entanglement between Meng Zhang and Xi Rou.
Meng Zhang remained silent and sat cross-legged by the lake.
Bai Hao shook his head, resting his head on his arms. He thought, "What's wrong with being direct? He and Qin Nan never misunderstood each other or argued."
Although Qin Nan intended to conceal the truth for the time being, Bai Hao didn't ask. He believed that if he pressed Qin Nan for the truth, Qin Nan would tell the truth. He just didn't want to force Qin Nan.
They clearly both had feelings for each other, but neither of them was willing to say it. Neither of them was willing to back down first, and they both had to put on a brave face. As a result, they were in a prolonged cold war. Meng Zhang had never seen Xi Rou since he entered the Mirage Realm.
Xi Rou was also very proud. Meng Zhang didn't contact her, and she didn't contact Meng Zhang either. She just kept waiting.
This dragged on for two hundred years. Geng Chen insisted on staying in the Mirage Realm just to join in the fun and see who would give in first.
"Hey, it's surprisingly lively here so early in the morning!"
Suddenly, the mirage gate opened, and a figure floated through the air and landed smoothly.
She wore a gorgeous red and black brocade robe, her long hair was tied up high, her silver jade crown shone brightly, she had sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, a high nose bridge, thin lips and white teeth.
He looked just like a wealthy young master from ancient times, dressed in fine clothes and eating delicacies, with his back straight and his demeanor upright.
But because he was holding a white rabbit-sized beast in his palm and had an arrogant smile on his face, he looked more like a spoiled brat than a noble young master.
Despite receiving a good education in etiquette, he could not hide his inherently unruly and unrestrained nature.
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