Dawn was breaking, and the east was gleaming pale. The firewood pile had almost burned out, leaving only scattered embers. The master and servant shivered in the grass, their hands and feet stiff. They hugged each other tightly, trying to ward off the cold. Jiang Meiyu watched this scene, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but curl up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile. She calmly ordered the guards, "Prepare to go up the mountain. Send a few more people to escort these bandits to the government office in the capital and make sure they are thoroughly interrogated."
"Yes, miss!" The guard responded and left, starting to arrange the relevant matters.
Jiang Meiyu finally boarded the carriage, intending to catch up on some sleep. However, the mountain path was rugged and uneven, forcing her to take a narrow path. This path, carved by the frequent incense burners who visited Baiyun Temple, was barely wide enough for a single carriage. Those who didn't want to take the carriage could only hike up the mountain, which was even more dangerous. The hike involved stone steps, and due to prolonged rainfall, the surface was covered in moss and extremely slippery, leading to numerous deaths from falls.
The carriage jolted along for a while before reaching Baiyun Temple at noon. Jiang Meiyu was sore from the jolting that her entire body ached, as if she were falling apart. She hadn't gotten a good night's rest the previous night, and after another long journey in the carriage today, she was completely exhausted.
However, this trip to Baiyun Temple was well worth it. As expected, despite the mountain's height, so many people still come to burn incense. Baiyun Mountain is magnificent, and the temple is sprawling, with not only a main hall dedicated to the Bodhisattva but also a backyard for pilgrims to rest and stay overnight. The mountain air is fresh, the scenery is beautiful, and it's truly refreshing.
Jiang Meiyu suddenly felt refreshed, and the pain in her body seemed to disappear. At this time, Ke Qing came down with a cloak and said to her, "Miss, although it is past noon now, the mountain is windy and cold, so you should put on your cloak!"
Jiang Meiyu obediently allowed Keqing to put it on her. Then she saw a monk in a cassock, holding Buddhist beads, slowly approaching them. The monk clasped his hands together, bowed slightly, and said, "Amitabha, benefactor, please go in and burn incense! Do you need me to reserve a room for you?"
Jiang Meiyu quickly returned the greeting and said with a smile, "Thank you, Master. My sister and I came from the capital and would like to stay at the temple for a few nights. However, there are so many people, so I hope you will forgive me and make arrangements for us."
The master nodded to show his understanding: "Don't be polite, this is my disciple Mu Ji. He will arrange everything for you. Amitabha!" After that, the master turned and left.
Jiang Meiyu watched the master's back as he left, and the monk named Mu Ji took Jiang Meiyu and others to the main hall, enthusiastically introducing the history and culture of the temple along the way.
Under Mu Ji's guidance, Jiang Meiyu and Jiang Meilian completed the incense-burning ceremony and then returned to their rooms.
Jiang Meiyu went to bed with Ke Qing's help and soon fell into a deep sleep.
Meanwhile, the Second Prince's men, unable to wait for their master's return, sent out to search for him. The Second Prince struggled to emerge from the bushes and angrily kicked one of his men. The man, caught off guard, fell to his knees.
"What a bunch of useless trash! I didn't come back on time last night. Don't you know that something might have happened? You didn't even take the initiative to come to me. What's the point of me keeping you?" the second prince roared.
"I know I'm wrong, please punish me, Your Highness!" The subordinates knelt down and begged for mercy.
"Go and receive your thirty lashes..." King Taku said, and left without looking back, leaving behind a group of terrified men who knew that this mistake would bring them severe punishment.
The next morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the window. Jiang Meiyu slowly opened her eyes, her consciousness gradually becoming clearer. She rubbed her eyes, thinking about everything that happened yesterday, and a hint of curiosity surged in her heart. So, she whispered in her mind, "Xiaojiu, are you there?"
Soon, the familiar voice of the system sounded in her ears: "Yuyu, I'm here! Are you trying to ask me when Prince Gong was injured?" After saying that, the system scratched its head mischievously.
Jiang Meiyu nodded and asked with concern: "Yes! When will he get hurt?"
The system smiled and replied, "Yuyu, it should be tomorrow. But don't worry, I will notify you immediately if there is any movement. Don't worry too much, just enjoy the beautiful scenery of this mountain first!"
Hearing the system's words, Jiang Meiyu's worries eased slightly. She looked out the window at the bright sunshine and beautiful scenery, and decided she could relax and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the moment. So, she smiled and said to the system, "Okay! I'll listen to you. Bye!" Then, she pulled the quilt back over her head and prepared to take another nap.
After a moment, the room returned to silence, leaving only the sound of even breathing. Jiang Meiyu sank into the warmth of her bed and drifted off to sleep. The system silently watched over her, ready to respond to any eventuality.
During the day, Jiang Meiyu enthusiastically took Keqing for a stroll around the mountain. However, at night, the temperature plummeted, making it shivering. So, she and Keqing, the master and servant, crawled into bed early, snuggling together for warmth.
They lay in bed and began to chat, sharing the interesting experiences of the past few days. Topics flew by, from the beauty of the mountains to the ways of life, and they chatted with great joy. Gradually, sleepiness took over, and before they knew it, they fell asleep, immersed in a sweet dream.
In the room on the other side, a blushing and heart-pounding scene was taking place.
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