Translator: Xena
One day later, two people and one dog arrived in Liang City.
This city was the closest to Jiang City, yet Chen You has never been here for the past fifteen years. He felt like a bird in a cage.
It was better to keep it to himself.
Soon after entering the city, Chen You discovered the difference between Liang City and Jiang City.
There were little to no brothels here. It seemed that the women here were much happier than those in Jiang City.
It was unlike Jiang City where the women’s life was hard. They not only had to guard against the same sex, but also the opposite sex.
Chen You said he wanted to have a good meal so the carriage stopped in front of a restaurant.
The waiter was startled when he saw the big yellow dog. He also felt disgusted and told them that the dog couldn’t be brought in. “Sir, I’m really sorry. There are many customers in the restaurant and this dog will scare them.”
He smiled and said, “Or how about I take your dog to the rear yard.”
Chen You refused and switched to a smaller restaurant with the young man.
Are you kidding me? With how disgusted you are with my second son, how can I still let you lead him to the back? Who knows if my second son will still be there after I finish my meal.
The small restaurant was not crowded; it was quiet, clean and tidy. The food and drinks were also served quickly.
Chen You picked up a piece of meat for Second Pup, and another piece for Sansan. He lowered his head and ate some himself. “The beef tastes good.”
After saying that, there were many more slices of beef in his bowl.
Chen You looked at the young man who was only eating white rice and gave back the beef to him. “I want to save some room for chicken.”
The young man abruptly raised his eyes. “Then I’ll go and get a room.”
What are you thinking? It’s the chicken that can lay eggs this time, okay? Chen You pointed to the delicious bowl of chicken stewed with mushrooms on the table. “I’m talking about this chicken.”
The young man lowered his eyelids. “Oh.”
Chen You’s smile reached his ears. “After eating the chicken stewed with mushrooms, I’ll eat something else.”
The young man picked up some rice and said, “What else?”
Chen You, “…” You’re still no good, Second Pup, you can’t keep up with my rhythm at all.
After they had eaten for a while, two people came in through the door. Judging by the distance between them and their clothes, one could tell they were a master and disciple pair.
Chen You saw the prince and wasn’t surprised at all. He swallowed the food in his mouth, took a spoon and filled a bowl of soup for himself and another for the young man.
The two people were celebrating the New Year at their table when the big yellow dog let out a low bark.
Maybe it was because the aura on Prince Zhan’s body was so strong that it felt oppressed until it became very uneasy.
Chen You smoothed the big yellow dog’s fur to sooth it.
“It’s you two. We are really destined. I never thought we would meet again.”
Prince Zhan was all smiles.
Chen You couldn’t reach out and hit the smiling person, not to mention the one who was smiling like a flower at them was a prince, so he smiled back instead.
Prince Zhan swept a glance at the silent and very hostile young man, and then looked back at Liao Qingfeng. Something that seemed like understanding flashed in his eyes. “I wonder if Boss Liao can lend me a minute of his time?”
“Sure.”
Chen You stood up, pinched the young man’s ears with his hands before following Prince Zhan out.
At the door of the restaurant, Prince Zhan stood with his hands behind him. “Boss Liao, the one inside, who is he to you?”
Chen You replied, “My lover.”
Prince Zhan did not show any disdain, but instead admired his magnanimity. “If I am not mistaken, Boss Liao’s lover is currently in a state of qi deviation. His meridians are damaged, and his time is running out.”
Chen You waited for the next words.
Prince Zhan shook open his folding fan and said, “Boss Liao, have you ever heard of the Seven Renewal Pill?”
Chen You shook his head. I’ve only heard of a poison called Woyaosi, and an antidote called Woyaohuo1Lol, now I get it. The names of the poison and antidote were homonyms to Woyaosi and Woyaohuo, both meaning “I’m going/want to die” and “I’m going/want to live”. The author is so funny, coupled with the name of the mountain, I can’t.. What you said is so high-end, I’ve never heard of it.
Prince Zhan explained, “The Seven Renewal Pill was refined by Miracle Doctor Xue Wei many years ago, and there is only one in the world today.”
Chen You smacked his lips. He looked over. Prince, I understand. That only one is in your hands, right?
Prince Zhan smiled and said, “With Boss Liao’s intelligence, you must have already guessed. The Seven Renewal Pill was obtained by my subordinate by chance. It has been stored and has not been used yet.”
Okay, Second Pup’s no longer gonna die. Chen You said, “Just tell me what your purpose is.”
The curve of Prince Zhan’s lips deepened a little and he said with a bright smile, “Boss Liao is really straightforward.”
As soon as he put away the folding fan, he began to identify himself and explain his purpose. There was no putting on airs of being a prince in the process, making it quite peaceful.
Chen You was relieved. It turned out that he was just being requested to help design the palace of the Empress Dowager. This was really not a big deal. However, he put on a humble appearance and said, “Prince, it’s not that Liao doesn’t know how to appreciate favors, it’s just that Liao’s ability is limited, and thus may not be able to satisfy the Prince.”
“It doesn’t matter,” Prince Zhan said, “I know some capable people. I believe that as long as Boss Liao is willing to give it a try, he will be able to discuss a novel result with them.”
Chen You said, “The Seven Renewal Pill…”
Prince Zhan told him to wait until the matter was completed.
Fine, you are the prince and you have the final say. Chen You asked the System in his mind how much were the evil points he had not obtained yet.
The System said, “The current progress is 7.2, which is still far from…”
Chen You interrupted, “Then 2.8.”
The System remarked, “Smart.”
Chen You didn’t reply to the System and just hehe’d. He and Second Pup’s plan was to start from Jiang City, stop at each city thereafter and take a look at the scenery. Their final destination would be the capital city.
The palace was in the capital city. In that case, it was just along the way. Second Pup will agree, right?
Chen You set a date with Prince Zhan, then went back in. He sat down at the table and narrated everything. He felt that Second Pup was aware of the seriousness of the matter. Besides, since they were going together, there would be no problem.
The young man turned his head and asked, “You agreed?”
Chen You’s lips twitched. It doesn’t make any difference whether I agree or not. He’s a prince. Even if he’s smiling and amiable, it will only take a minute to kill anyone he wants to.
He made eye contact with the young man. You understand right, Second Pup?
After a while, the young man stood up and said, “Let’s go.”
Chen You led the big yellow dog out with him and asked, “How is the relationship between the prince and the Empress Dowager?”
The young man said, “Prince Zhan was brought up by the Empress Dowager.”
Chen You uttered an ‘oh’ and muttered, “No wonder the prince attached so much importance to the Empress Dowager’s what’s-it’s-name palace that he even found his way to my head. He is quite good at winning favors.”
The young man stopped, frowned and stated, “Don’t talk nonsense in the future.”
Chen You pursed his lips to show that he understood.
He had forgotten that in ancient times, royal affairs could not be discussed at will because it was disrespectful.
After staying in Liang City for half a day, Chen You and Chen Mo set off for Bai City. They walked and stopped along the way, putting the unpleasant things to the back of their heads.
The journey went smoothly and they didn’t encounter any bandits or thieves.
Half a month later, Chen You and Chen Mo arrived at the foot of the capital.
It was different when the emperor lived inside. The city gates were more luxurious and dignified than the other cities.
Chen You and Chen Mo got off the carriage. They were then searched by the officers and soldiers to make sure that they were not dangerous before they were allowed to enter the city.
The city was dazzling and prosperous.
Chen You pulled the carriage curtain aside and poked his head out to look around. Master Hu was also here. He said he was taking care of his second uncle’s restaurant. It was probably one of the best in the capital and easy to find.
But Chen You didn’t intend to look for it. Now, he just hoped for the less trouble, the better. It would be best if nothing happened.
As he watched, he asked the young man in the carriage, “Where will we stay tonight?”
The young man closed his eyelids and said, “It’s up to you.”
Chen You sat back and bent down to stroke the fur on the big yellow dog’s back. Then he stroked the hair on the young man’s head. “I looked around just now and found that Ping’an Inn is pretty good. Let’s stay there.”
He suddenly remembered, “You haven’t taken your medicine yet, drink it quickly.”
The young man suddenly called him, “Liao Qingfeng.”
Chen You was pouring the medicine. “Hm?”
The young man pursed his lips and asked, “Do you really like me?”
Chen You, “…” Second Pup, I’d get really angry if you keep doing this. You doubt me again and again. This is very bad, do you understand? No one else will play with you.
He put down the cup and said very seriously, “I really like you.”
The young man asked again, “Why?”
Well, it’s quite hard to say if there should be a reason for liking someone. I think I’m getting a sense of familiarity from you, a similarity to those guys who preceded you. If I have to say in what manner you are similar, I wouldn’t be able to. In short, I like you just because la. Chen You’s eyebrows creased, “I just like you, there’s no why.”
The young man’s face was expressionless, “That’s not liking.”
Chen You was not happy. Why was it not liking? Can I even be wrong about whether I like someone or not?
The young man calmly said, “You took care of my mother, are nervous about me, accompany me, and worry about me, so I like you. This is the reason. If you don’t have a reason, then it’s not liking.”
Chen You was caught off guard by the confession. He coughed. Second Pup, you’re pretty good. He did it one by one. He naturally said what was in his heart.
It seemed that it wouldn’t end if he didn’t say anything. Chen You lowered his head and picked at his nails, after picking on it a few times, he said, “You know martial arts and can use a sword. You have saved me several times. You have a cold mouth but a warm heart. Furthermore, you’re young and good-looking. It’s normal to like you.”
The young man said, “I will grow old one day.”
Chen You replied, “When you get old, I’ll be gone.”
Just as he said this, the atmosphere in the carriage turned cold. The big yellow dog that was originally squatting, stood up and flicked its tail uneasily.
