The next day, Mu Run took off his eye mask, rubbed his brow, and looked out the window.
The sun was already high in the sky, nearing noon.
Gazing at the sunlight outside, she remained silent for a while before suddenly remembering her promise to Leng Zhi. Her expression changed, and she hurriedly got up to change her clothes, taking the time to drink a bag of nutrient solution.
I ran into Xiao Liu when I went out.
When Xiao Liu saw that she had gotten up, he quickly greeted her, "Good morning, sir."
"It's getting late. Please give my regards to your head manager. I'll be leaving now." Mu Run continued down the stairs without stopping.
At the docks of Youdu City, Fang He stood in a conspicuous spot, observing the passersby. He was Leng Zhi's confidant, and everyone who knew him would greet him politely, to which Fang He responded in kind.
Mu Run, carrying a bundle in one hand and a bag of snacks in the other, rushed towards him without any ladylike demeanor.
Finally, panting, he stopped in front of Fang He. "Where is your master?"
"On the boat," Fang He replied. Looking at her slightly disheveled hair, he figured she had done her best to get here, so he didn't say anything more.
Looking over, Mu Run saw a ship that was taller, larger, and more luxurious than the one she had traveled on before. Even the pillars on the hull were made of Phoebe zhennan wood, and it was decorated with gold and jade everywhere.
Inside the three-story open pavilion, a dashing man dressed in white was drinking tea. Noticing Mu Run's gaze, he turned his head, smiled, and looked at her.
Mu Run paused for a moment, then smiled brightly and walked quickly toward the boat.
Upon arriving at the cold and spacious pavilion, Mu Run placed the pastries she was carrying on the tea table. "This is not a belated apology."
"The Five-Flavor Pastry from the Star Gazing Tower".
"Hmm, try it. They said it's fresh out of the pot."
"Getting a bite of this depends on fate. The Star Gazing Tower doesn't offer it every day."
"Maybe I was lucky, and the pastry chef happened to be in a good mood."
Leng Zhi ate a piece of five-flavor pastry and said to Fang He, who arrived later, "Set sail."
"Yes." Fang He turned and left again.
Mu Run took out a flat, square box from her bundle. "This is for you, a small gift, as a return gift for that painting. I hope you don't mind."
"Oh?" Leng Zhi took the box and opened it.
Inside is a set of Chinese chess pieces.
Leng Zhi asked, "What is this?"
"Guess," Mu Run said with a smile.
Leng Zhi thought for a moment, "Chess?"
Mu Run nodded. "Yeah, Land Battle Chess. Want to play?"
Leng Zhi chuckled, "Alright."
Mu Run explained the rules of the game to him.
At first, Leng Zhi didn't care, but as he listened, he became interested.
The ship gradually sailed away from the dock.
Murun, who was playing chess with Leng Zhi, didn't notice that Yueze reluctantly boarded the ship at the dock and headed towards the capital.
...
Purple Bamboo Island is not far from Youdu City; it only takes an hour to get there.
The island is shaded by green trees, and birds and animals occasionally appear. The air is filled with the fragrance of flowers, making it like a paradise.
"Is this Purple Bamboo Island also yours?" Mu Run asked Leng Zhi.
Leng Zhi nodded, about to say something, when his expression suddenly changed slightly. "It seems some guests have already arrived."
Upon seeing the newcomer, Mu Run smiled and said, "Oh, it's Manager Xu! When did you arrive?"
Xu Xun's gaze swept over her, finally landing on Leng Zhi. "I am Fu Lu of Fuxi Manor. Thank you for your care for my wife, Lord Leng. I will not trouble you any further."
Upon hearing this, Leng Zhi narrowed his eyes slightly, "Young Master."
Mu Run was dumbfounded.
It's just a charade; what if the other party takes it seriously?
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