He raised his head and looked at Xu Yuehuai, his eyes filled with unease and fear: "Master, do you want to send me away? If I have done something wrong, please tell me and I will correct it."
Looking at Lu Mu's nervous expression, Xu Yuehuai felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She knew that Lu Mu was a loyal and hardworking young man, and he was filled with awe and gratitude towards her.
She gently shook her head and said, "No, Lu Mu. I didn't mean to send you away. On the contrary, I have high hopes for you."
Upon hearing Xu Yuehuai's words, Lu Mu was overjoyed. He couldn't believe his ears; he thought he had misheard. He stared wide-eyed at Xu Yuehuai, as if trying to find any trace of a joke on her face.
But Xu Yuehuai looked very serious, her eyes filled with determination and trust.
Xu Yuehuai continued, "I want you to expand our business in Dongsang Kingdom. I've already opened branches of Tianxianglou throughout Dazhou Kingdom, Mingyue Kingdom, and Wuling Kingdom. Although those two countries are currently in turmoil, marketing will resume later."
"I hope you can open a branch of Tianxianglou in Dongsang Kingdom and spread our brand to more distant places."
Lu Mu was deeply moved by Xu Yuehuai's words. He knew this was a tremendous opportunity, but also a tremendous challenge. But he was confident in his ability to complete the task.
He bowed deeply and said, "Thank you for your trust and guidance, Master. I will certainly live up to your expectations and make Tianxianglou flourish in Dongsang Kingdom!"
Looking into Lu Mu's determined eyes, Xu Yuehuai felt very satisfied. She knew that Lu Mu was a trustworthy person; he possessed excellent culinary skills and unwavering conviction.
She believed that Lu Mu would definitely be able to create his own success in the Eastern Sang Kingdom. She patted Lu Mu on the shoulder and said, "I believe you can do it. Keep it up!"
Lu Mu felt Xu Yuehuai's trust and encouragement, and his heart was filled with strength and confidence. He knew that his future was full of infinite possibilities and challenges, but he was ready to go to Dongsang Kingdom to strive for a better future.
He looked up at Xu Yuehuai, his eyes flashing with determination: "Master, please rest assured. I will do my utmost to live up to your expectations!"
“Alright! Once the situation in the four countries stabilizes, I will arrange for you to go to Dongsang Kingdom!” Xu Yuehuai said.
Lu Mu nodded, when suddenly a voice came from behind him.
"How can I be left out of the journey to Dongsang Kingdom to make a name for myself?" Chu Guangbai said.
When Xu Yuehuai saw that Chu Guangbai, who had been wandering around to other places lately, had actually appeared, she looked serious and said, "You've come at the right time. I have something to tell you."
Standing in the bustling kitchen, Chu Guangbai felt a sense of unease. He sensed an inexplicable atmosphere, as if something important was about to happen.
Xu Yuehuai, who was usually calm and composed, had a hint of inexplicable tension on her face at this moment.
Lu Mu also sensed the unusual atmosphere. He stood aside, his brows furrowed, trying to catch every subtle sound and movement.
Xu Yuehuai suddenly walked up to Chu Guangbai, her eyes firm and deep. She said softly, "Come with me for a moment." After saying that, she turned and left the kitchen, heading towards the backyard.
Chu Guangbai was filled with doubt, but he still followed behind her and walked together to a corner of the backyard.
In the backyard, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves. Xu Yuehuai led Chu Guangbai to an ancient tree, pointed to the open space beside it, and gestured for him to sit down.
Chu Guangbai sat down as instructed, gently waving his fan in his hand, a bitter smile on his face.
“Your family was originally a noble family in the Kingdom of Mingyue. Now that the Kingdom of Mingyue is in turmoil, it is time for you to be born,” Xu Yuehuai said bluntly. Her voice was calm and firm, as if she were revealing a predetermined fate to Chu Guangbai.
Chu Guangbai paused for a moment while fanning himself, and looked up at Xu Yuehuai with a hint of surprise in his eyes.
He was well aware of his family's status in the Dark Moon Kingdom, and he was also aware of the current turbulent situation. But he never imagined that he would be drawn into it.
"As you probably know, there's no cure for my condition," Chu Guangbai said with a wry smile, shaking his head.
His body was extremely weak, and he had suffered from illness for many years. He had tried various treatments, but all to no avail.
Xu Yuehuai smiled slightly, a hint of mystery in her eyes. "Someone can cure you," she said softly.
Chu Guangbai stared wide-eyed in shock, looking at Xu Yuehuai in disbelief. The news was too sudden for him to process.
His health has always been his biggest concern and constraint. If he can be cured, he will have the opportunity to do more and contribute to his family and country.
"Are you telling the truth?" Chu Guangbai's voice trembled, his eyes filled with anticipation and unease.
Xu Yuehua nodded, her eyes firm and deep.
“I have never lied to you,” she said.
Chu Guangbai took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down. He knew this opportunity was too precious for him to give up easily.
But at the same time, he also understood that this was a path where there was absolutely no turning back once you started moving forward.
After a moment's thought, he raised his head and looked at Xu Yuehuai, his eyes flashing with composure.
“I’m willing to give it a try,” he said.
Xu Yuehua smiled slightly. She knew that Chu Guangbai had made the right choice. She believed that in the near future, Chu Guangbai would become an even stronger and braver person.
And the Kingdom of the Underworld will be revitalized and filled with new hope because of his appearance.
The two sat under the shade of a tree and continued their conversation. Chu Guangbai's mood gradually calmed down; he knew he was about to embark on a completely new path.
On this path, he will no longer be alone. With friends like Xu Yuehuai by his side, he will forge ahead fearlessly.
Xu Yuehuai didn't reveal too much about his plans, since everything was in flux and they had to take it one step at a time; this approach was more advantageous.
When Xu Yuehuai returned to the Prince's Mansion today, the setting sun was already hanging low in the sky, and the golden afterglow was scattered on the bluestone ground of the mansion, creating a warm and peaceful scene.
"Hey—! Where do you think you're going?"
"Take this sword!"
"Don't even think about running away!"
"You think you can just wait to hit me if you don't run? Hahaha!"
From afar, she could hear cheers coming from the martial arts arena—the joyful laughter of children competing, full of childlike innocence and energy. As she approached the arena, she saw Qi Zi'ang and Tie Chunsheng, two little ones, fiercely clashing in the center.
Qi Ziang was slender but exceptionally agile. He skillfully dodged Tie Chunsheng's attacks, leaping and rolling at times, each strike precise and powerful.
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