Chapter 58: Recollection - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 58: Recollection

"Miss, the innkeeper said there's still no news."

The maid, Haitang, whispered anxiously in her ear, her expression filled with worry. Miss had been searching for that person for so many years, yet there had never been a trace of him. Haitang had gotten used to it, but every time she saw Miss disappointed, her heart ached.

"Sigh, it wasn't a big deal originally, but seeing Wei Lanxuan fall into the water today made me think of it again. I wonder when I'll have the chance to meet that young hero again."

Bai Siruo rarely showed such melancholy, staring at the waters of Mount Mingchi as she reminisced.

At that time, she was just over ten years old, in her playful years, following relatives to Mount Mingchi. She didn't enjoy flowers or seek entertainment; she preferred to wander by the poolside.

In midsummer, there were many small fish and shrimps by Mount Mingchi Lake. Confined by the adults in her family for too long, what she longed for most was the freedom of the fish. So every time she came, she would squat by the shore to watch the lively scene.

Who knew that one careless move would send her falling into the water. In her panic, she thrashed around, only pushing herself further from the shore. Just when she thought she was about to drown in Mingchi, she suddenly saw a figure clad in blue leap into the water and pull her out.

The debt of gratitude for saving her life demanded to be repaid, but that person didn't even leave a name behind. If it weren't for the bundle of jade ornaments she tore from him, she would have doubted whether she was saved by a god.

Since then, she would come here every once in a while, just to see if there was a chance to meet that person again.

Bai Siruo took out the bundle of jade ornaments from her purse, a token of remembrance.

The jade ornaments were still as pristine as ever, indicating Bai Siruo's meticulous care for them.

Seeing this, Haitang couldn't help but sigh.

Miss had reached marriageable age long ago. If it weren't for her continuous longing for her savior, she would have been married off many years ago.

It's been delayed for so many years.

Next spring, she would turn seventeen. If there were no suitors by then, she might become an old spinster. Thinking of this, Haitang felt a bit annoyed with the mysterious young hero who had never shown himself.

In the neighboring private room of the tavern, a man in his twenties sat. He wore a wide-sleeved robe in stone blue, which complemented his refined appearance. His slightly upturned peach blossom eyes exuded endless charm, making him extremely captivating.

This man seemed a bit frivolous, clearly a seasoned player in matters of the heart, adept at deceiving others.

Aside from his days of seeking pleasure, his favorite activity was drinking at this tavern.

During this period, he had coincidentally encountered Bai Siruo three or four times here. Although he didn't know her identity, judging from her demeanor and attire, she couldn't be an ordinary young lady. Therefore, an idea formed in his mind.

"Xiao Er, ask your innkeeper to come over. I have something to ask him."

In no time, the innkeeper nodded and bowed into his private room.

"Master Lu, what can I do for you?"

This man was called Lu Yuanfeng, born into a family of merchants for generations. With a solid background, he was generous and often brought friends here to patronize the business. How could the innkeeper not like him?

After hearing that Xiao Er wanted to see him, he quickly left his business and came over.

Who knew that as soon as he entered, a gleaming ingot of gold fell into his palm. The innkeeper was surprised at first, then looked at him with a smile, as if looking at the God of Wealth.

"Oh, Master Lu, what are you doing? Suddenly being so generous?"

Lu Yuanfeng didn't waste time chatting with him. He nodded towards the neighboring private room and whispered, "I've seen the young lady next door many times. Do you know why?"

"This..." The innkeeper was a little embarrassed, but the weight of the gold ingot in his hand was considerable. After gritting his teeth, he revealed Bai Siruo's search for someone.

"Gratitude for saving a life naturally demands intimacy."

After listening to the innkeeper, Lu Yuanfeng's calculating eyes were revealed.

"Do you know her identity?"

The innkeeper shook his head, "Every time she comes, she's alone with a maid, and the carriage is ordinary. But today, I saw that the carriage was much more luxurious than usual, with lanterns hanging on all four corners bearing the word 'Phoenix.' I wonder if she's from the Feng family?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuanfeng became even more excited.

Growing up in a merchant family, he knew whether a deal was worth making with just a glance.

If he could seize this opportunity to become the beloved of this young lady, wouldn't a broad road lie ahead for him!

The more he thought about it, the more excited he became. He pulled the innkeeper over and whispered a few words in his ear.

"Don't worry, after the matter is done, giving you another tavern is nothing."

"Thank you, Master Lu! Thank you, Master Lu!"

The innkeeper's overwhelming joy made him lose his senses, unaware that he was heading down a path with no return.

After sitting in the tavern for a while, Bai Siruo returned to the White Mansion with Haitang. Before leaving, as usual, she instructed the innkeeper to keep an eye out.

Who knew that as soon as the carriage arrived at the mansion gate, Lin Mama, who was beside the Eldest Madam, had been waiting there early, looking anxious and pacing back and forth.

Seeing Bai Siruo get off the carriage, she quickly walked over.

"My young lady, you've finally returned. The Eldest Madam and County Princess Wen were worried when they didn't see you return for a long time, and were about to send someone to search for you."

Bai Siruo smiled apologetically. It was because she was reminiscing about the past and forgot to send someone back to inform them.

"I was delayed on the way by some matters. Why didn't Bai Sihan come back and inform Eldest Madam and Mother? I sent Ah Yao back with her."

At the mention of Bai Sihan, Lin Mama's face turned sour, her eyes brimming with resentment.

"Hmph, after the Second Miss returned, she was taken back to the courtyard by the Third Madam. I don't know what they're saying behind our backs. They couldn't even spare time to pay respects to the Madam. Truly forgetting one's roots."

Feeling embarrassed, if it weren't for estimating that this was the Bai family's place, she would have scolded them already.

She even allowed the mother and daughter to treat Eldest Madam Lin like this.

"Lin Mama, rest assured. Grandfather has said that after the New Year, they will return to Qiongzhou. We don't know when we'll meet again in the future, so don't lower yourself to the level of those despicable people."

Having followed the Eldest Madam for many years, Lin Mama naturally loved Bai Siruo as well. She took good care of Bai Siruo.

Hearing her words, Lin Mama felt much better. After all, her young lady had managed the Bai family for more than twenty years. Someone remembered this hard work.

Lin Mama led the way, and in a short while, they entered the courtyard of Bai Lin.

Who knew that before they even reached the corridor, Shen Shi, pulled along the teary-eyed Bai Sihan and strode over angrily. She kept clamoring, "Is there no one in this courtyard to speak for us mother and daughter? Do they think they can bully us because we are born of concubines?"

Although the words were not explicit, anyone with a bit of brains could tell they were directed at Bai Lin.

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