Chapter 6: Remarriage (Six)

Ling Miaomiao let out a cold laugh

One must never complain about one's own system, as the system is capable of reading the host's intentions. The moment you think of it, it comes forth without fail, never heeding the host's opinions, and once it has spoken, it departs.

To Ling Miaomiao, this garden is no different from a maze

As the moment approached, she still felt a wave of nervousness; having grown up, she had never done anything so embarrassing before

A trace of lonely doubt emerged in his heart; what were they all so happy about

He subconsciously looked back and saw Mu Yao and Liu Fuyi smiling gently at the father and daughter pair, their expressions filled with warmth and devoid of any surprise

Ling Miaomiao's skirt brushed against the ground, producing a faint sound. She walked alone in the night, pausing intermittently, her steps somewhat hesitant

His expression was humble, yet his demeanor was neither servile nor arrogant, maintaining a sense of distance. After drinking, he quietly took the glass from Mu Yao's hand and said, "Yao'er has just recovered from her injury and should not drink. I will drink on her behalf."

She cannot understand why Ling Yu, a well-bred young lady, always engages in such secretive activities

The lights in Mu Sheng and Mu Yao's room have been turned off, yet a warm yellow light is emanating from Liu Fu Yi's room

She leaves early and returns late to practice her spells, and still has to light a lamp to study, her shadow reflected by the window. He can only fall asleep peacefully after the warm yellow light in her room has gone out.

It is strange. She pondered, "Why does the county governor's office look so different during the day compared to at night?"

Mu Yao had just recovered from a serious injury and was still somewhat weak. She watched a performance of southern opera with Miao Miao, which was filled with lively sounds and songs. As the sun began to set, she felt her energy waning and decided to return to her room to rest early

She slowly approached the window, cautiously extending her finger to lift a small corner of the window paper that had curled up, and then pressed her entire body against it

He thought, Sister would never laugh like this

After receiving the task reminder, Ling Miaomiao has not had a good night's sleep for several days, and dark circles have appeared under her eyes

On the table are exquisite wines and delicacies. The governor's residence is luxurious, with even the wine cups made of white porcelain from the official kiln, and when the wine is poured in, it produces a crisp sound akin to music.

He gently placed down the chopsticks and gazed intently at Ling Miaomiao's fluffy profile, just in time to see her making fierce gestures at the county magistrate.

A hand suddenly rested on her shoulder, and Ling Miaomiao gasped in surprise. Turning around, she was met with a familiar face.

Liu Fuyi said, "There is also a chicken wing, let’s give it to Miss Ling." As she spoke, she took the initiative and truly helped herself to a pair of chopsticks, placing it into Miaomiao's bowl.

Mu Sheng's feelings are quite peculiar: on the left, there are those showing off their affection, and on the right, those fiercely protecting their own; yet he stands alone, rather annoying to others

Hahaha! The corpulent county magistrate, observing the sudden awkwardness at the dining table, smiled and broke the silence, saying, "It is truly an honor for our residence that the young master enjoys this dish of chicken; please eat more, eat more." As he spoke, he affectionately served a chicken wing to Mu Sheng.

Avoiding her gaze, he lowered his head to eat, a faint, indifferent smile playing at the corners of his mouth as he slowly said, "You're welcome. After all, I don't like eating chicken wings either"

Miao Miao heard the governor gasp in shock and admonish her: "Miao Miao! How can you take food from the guests' bowls? That's improper!" He lowered his voice, on the verge of tears, "Dear child, our family can afford chicken; if there's not enough, we can always add more. You..."

The affectionate display between the two, oblivious to their surroundings, left the group of maids staring in astonishment, gazing like wooden figures, their faces gradually breaking into silly smiles

After lunch, she felt extremely sluggish, dragging her almost immovable brain, and self-mockingly pondered whether the black lotus's fondness for her had turned into a negative feeling

Miao Miao was taken aback: "Ah, thank you, Brother Liu!" After eating for a while, she suddenly remembered something, turned to Mu Sheng with a smile, and met his inquisitive gaze: "And thank you, Young Master Mu."

Miao Miao, having eaten her fill of tea and rice, contentedly set down her bowl. Upon seeing the cold profile of Mu Sheng, she began to reflect on her own actions. She hazily thought to herself, was it because she was momentarily upset that she provoked the black lotus?

How can a girl smile like that? The corners of her mouth lift up, her eyes curve, and her whole face raises, resembling a cat seeking affection, proud yet silly

As the sleeve brushed against her, my heart stirred, and I met her gaze filled with a smile, unconsciously smiling back. Without hesitation, I took it and put it into my mouth, saying, "Hmm, it really is quite good"

"Young Master Liu, Miss Mu, Young Master Mu, I, on behalf of the people of Taicang County, thank you!" The county magistrate raised his cup in mutual respect, tears bursting forth from the depths of his heart

Mu Sheng stiffened for a second, then immediately expressed his gratitude politely, maintaining his image of being obedient and well-behaved in front of his sister

She followed the memories of the day, encountering obstacles along the way, and after much difficulty, finally found the house that was suspected to be the residence of the main characters.

The dim lantern elongated her shadow, swaying as it was cast upon the white wall in the garden

Mu Sheng's expression was somewhat unpleasant, and he silently poured tea for Mu Yao, his hands trembling slightly

Under the careful care of Mu Sheng and Liu Fu Yi, Mu Yao's health gradually improved. Once she was able to get out of bed and move around, the waiting governor immediately arranged a banquet to entertain those sorcerers who were wholeheartedly dedicated to eliminating harm for the people

Sister, I am worried about you. When Mu Sheng earnestly acted cute, his eyes were glistening, and the corners of his eyes slightly lifted, making it hard for others to look away. He solemnly added: I won't disturb Sister's sleep, I will just sleep on the floor, okay?

Liu Fuyi, dressed in white that surpassed snow, gracefully brushed against the prefect, lowering her cup slightly in a humble manner, her tone calm: "The demon catchers take slaying demons and eliminating evil as their path, and do not dare to claim credit."

At the end of spring, the night air is cool and refreshing, and most people in the residence are gathered in the warm hall playing cards for leisure. As the saying goes, "spring drowsiness and autumn fatigue," at this time, everyone generally retires early. The courtyard is devoid of human voices, leaving only the sound of insects chirping in the grass.

I see that Young Master Mu does not like to eat chicken wings" she replied in a soft and weak manner, "I like to eat them

Ling Yu always peeks at her beloved at night, isn't it perverse? Ling Miao Miao is on the verge of tears. Looking at the weathered appearance of the window paper here, her original self did not know how many times she had done this before.

The last remnants of twilight gradually approached the horizon, as a veil-like night slowly covered the dome. After the sky darkened, lights illuminated every corner of the county governor's residence. The clear yellow hexagonal lanterns hung from the eaves, casting an oval halo of light.

Mu Yao has grown into a cold and stubborn young girl

Unfortunately, after turning eight, Mu Yao no longer slept with him. Her tender care gradually faded away with the passage of time.

Ling Miaomiao is directionally challenged

Mu Sheng could only move in next to Mu Yao with resentment. Just like before, separated by a thin wall, invisible and intangible

Mu Yao held the bowl, subtly lowering her head with a slight smile at the corners of her lips, resembling the brightness of spring.

The male and female protagonists maintain a pure and steadfast revolutionary friendship. Although they are inseparable, they do not share a room. Liu Fuyi, Mu Yao, and Mu Sheng reside in three adjacent guest rooms.

His gratitude towards these demon catchers is sincere. In the past, he looked down upon the supernatural and the bizarre. A single monster has killed more people than all the murderers in Taicang County combined in a year, nearly causing him to lose his official position due to these sinister matters

She looked at the governor, whose forehead was glistening with sweat, and while munching on chicken wings, she smiled brightly and said, "Our chicken wings are really delicious"

Mu Yao had a pair of beautiful eyes, with a small tear mole at the corner, making her a charming and captivating beauty. Usually, her face bore a faint expression, lacking any excess emotion, which rendered her beautiful eyes cold and proud. At this moment, she rarely revealed the demeanor of a young girl; a blush appeared on her pale cheeks, making her look pitiful and adorable

Other systems usually provide some kind of cheat or at least a record of the target's affection level for the task doer to reference. Unlike this wretched Son of God, not to mention any cheats, he hasn't even bothered to pay her any attention aside from assigning tasks.

The white headband gently swayed in the breeze, and Mu Sheng stood in the night, draped in the dew of the evening, her eyes reflecting a faint hue of water, as she lowered her voice and smiled, saying: "What is Miss Ling doing?"

The lamp on the table is like a bean, and beneath the light is the warm and gentle profile of Liu Fu Yi. He is leaning over the table, carefully polishing the small and exquisite Jiu Xuan Demon Catching Tower with a soft cloth

She is completely disoriented and relies entirely on navigation when going out. If there is no one to guide her, she could end up going in circles in a small area, never finding her way out

The county governor's residence is a rather exquisite garden, with a winding pool of water carved in the center. Pavilions and towers are arranged around the pool, creating a landscape of varying heights and staggered placements. There are also numerous Taihu stones of different sizes standing tall, with pine and cypress trees providing shade. Initially, the father of the plump man spent a considerable sum to have this garden constructed, all in an effort to stand out with a sense of "elegance" among the many cultured merchants of Jiangnan.

Ling Miaomiao supported her forehead and sighed in resignation

Miao Miao witnessed Mu Sheng skillfully deboning the chicken leg and placing the meat into Mu Yao's bowl. Habitually, she looked up at the person, her eyelashes long and thick: "Elder sister, this salt and crispy chicken is quite well made, you should try it soon."

Miao Miao's efforts in strengthening her body have proven effective; her once skeletal frame has gradually become more robust. Her chin is no longer sharply pointed, her skin is smooth and fair, and her cheeks are adorned with a healthy pink hue, presenting a stark contrast to the faint shadow she once was. Anyone would be compelled to take a second glance.

Liu Fuyi interjected at the right moment: "A Sheng, rest assured, I am vigilant and will watch over Yao'er." After saying this, she exchanged a smile with Mu Yao.

Her voice is delicate, warm and cool like water; her hand gently pats his frail, protruding spine through the quilt, and her breath is endearing.

However, he did not even touch the chicken wing, elegantly eating only the exposed half of the rice. In the end, the chicken wing was deliberately piled high on the edge of the bowl, with the remaining half already visible at the bottom.

Mu Yao was taken aback, speechless, with a flush on her cheeks

Task Reminder: Task 1, follow-up on the quarter task. You need to enhance your interaction time and intimacy with the character "Liu Fuyi" according to the trajectory of the character "Ling Yu". Reminder complete

She smiled sweetly, melting the heart of the county magistrate, forgetting all etiquette and only knowing to affectionately stroke her hair while laughing, "Good, good, good"

The county magistrate felt somewhat awkward, speculating what he might have done wrong to anger the guest. Just as he was feeling anxious and carefully considering his words, someone beside him suddenly moved, causing him to widen his eyes

When he first arrived at the Mu family, he slept together with Mu Yao. Little Mu Yao was only two years older than him, yet she acted like a little adult, holding him in her arms and comforting him when he was startled awake from a nightmare, trembling in the corner: "A Sheng, don't be afraid, it's just a dream."

Mu Yao had long developed a resistance to her brother's coquetry, thus she turned a blind eye and firmly refused: "No need. I am used to sleeping alone; if someone is watching, I won't be able to sleep."

The candle flame flickered, and Liu Fuyi's movements came to an abrupt halt as she glanced warily out the window. Ling Miaomiao suddenly stepped back a few paces, standing outside the door, her heart nearly leaping out of her throat

Mu Yao smiled at her younger brother, took a careful bite, and then turned to give the remaining piece to Liu Fuyi, her eyes filled with mischievous sweetness: "Would you like to try?"

As he lowered his head to eat, suddenly a slender wrist shot out in front of him, swiftly snatching the chicken wing from his bowl. He glanced up and saw Miaomiao sitting beside him, already fishing the chicken wing into her own bowl. Noticing his gaze, she looked completely innocent and added after a moment's delay, "Is it okay... I’m still hungry"

Mu Sheng originally wanted to shamelessly stay in his sister's room, but he was both amusingly and angrily rejected by Mu Yao: "Ah Sheng, I am not a child anymore, do I still need you to keep an eye on me?"

Miao Miao sensed that Mu Sheng was not very happy from beginning to end

And the current garden is a labyrinth in the night

Mu Sheng is the kind of person who loves to vent his anger on others; when he is in a bad mood, he wants to make others uncomfortable as well

He is certainly not happy. This time of peril has brought the relationship between the male and female protagonists to a new level, where a mere glance at each other elicits a smile. In Mu Yao's eyes, there is no room left for anyone else.