Chapter 178: The Peasant Girl’s Splendid Manor
Chapter 178: Visiting (4)
Mo Yan was startled by his icy gaze and inexplicably looked at Xiao Shiyi: Was it because your master was in a bad mood, or did I say something wrong?
Xiao Shiyi was also puzzled and shook his head imperceptibly towards Mo Yan.
Xiao Ruiyuan's gaze remained fixed on Mo Yan throughout, so how could he miss her little movements? He felt somewhat uncomfortable for some reason, and she would rather ask an unrelated person than talk to him. He felt that Xiao Shiyi was particularly annoying at the moment. With icy eyes, he commanded, "You, leave!"
Innocently caught in the crossfire, Xiao Shiyi couldn't figure out why his master suddenly changed his mood. He couldn't understand it even when he reached the courtyard. His master seemed to be in a good mood when they arrived!
With only Mo Yan and Xiao Ruiyuan left in the room, the atmosphere became tense. Locked in by two pairs of cold eyes, Mo Yan felt extremely uncomfortable, wishing she could leave with Xiao Shiyi immediately.
If only Zhen'er and the others were at home, why did they have to go to the carpenter's workshop with Li Zhong today? The only ones at home, Li Xiu, were unwilling to meet male guests and stayed in her room, refusing to come out.
Unable to remain silent any longer, Mo Yan sighed helplessly and, with a brave face, endured the intimidating stares. She began to speak hesitantly, "Is Master Xiao fully recovered from his injuries?"
Was this concern genuine? Xiao Ruiyuan's expression softened slightly, and he replied, "Yes."
"Is Master Xiao taking a rest today?"
"Yes."
"Would Master Xiao like some tea?"
"Yes."
"How does Master Xiao find this tea?"
"Not bad."
"..."
Facing such a person, Mo Yan felt on the verge of collapse. She couldn't find anything else to say. She couldn't just ask, "Master Xiao, what did you have for breakfast this morning?" That would be even weirder!
Perhaps sensing that the conversation was becoming too awkward, Xiao Ruiyuan took the initiative to ask, "Is Xiao Hua not here?" He owed his life to it, after all.
Mo Yan's eyes lit up, finally finding a topic to discuss. "Does Master Xiao want to see it? It's currently in Liuyang Village, but it's probably gone to the mountains now."
Xiao Ruiyuan's expression changed as he remembered the ghost doctor's suggestion from that night. "It goes into the mountains every day? Aren't you worried that it might be harmed by wild beasts in the mountains?"
"Why wouldn't I be worried? But I can't lock it up. Fortunately, it has companions in the mountains. As long as it doesn't wander around, it should be fine." Mo Yan smiled, unaware of his suspicion.
"Companions? Is its companion also a wolf? Have you seen it?"
"Yes, it's a wolf. When Xiao Hua found you at the bottom of the cliff, its companion was also there. If its companion hadn't been there, you might have been dragged away by wild beasts before I arrived." Talking about Da Bai, Mo Yan's expression softened even more.
Although that area belonged to Da Bai's territory, its pack also lived there. If it weren't for Da Bai, Xiao Ruiyuan might have been taken away by other wolves.
"I see."
Xiao Ruiyuan remained composed on the surface, but he was extremely surprised inside. He knew that Xiao Hua was different from ordinary wolves, being intelligent and somewhat human-like, but he never expected its companion to be the same.
Moreover, the woman in front of him astonished him even more. Not only could she make Xiao Hua dependent on her, but she might also be able to get along well with another wild wolf. How did she manage that?
Although he felt that using her to get Da Bai and its companion's help was the best solution, Xiao Ruiyuan didn't want to do that. However, he couldn't deny that he was tempted.
With a change of mind, Xiao Ruiyuan spoke, "Miss Mo, I have an unpleasant request. If you find it difficult, feel free to refuse."
His expression was extremely solemn, indicating that he really didn't want to trouble Mo Yan.
Mo Yan was taken aback for a moment, then smiled, "Master Xiao, please go ahead. As long as I can help, I will do my best."
The more friends, the more paths. Although dealing with this person might cause trouble, Mo Yan owed him a bit more than he owed her. Therefore, she didn't consider whether associating with him would bring trouble. Later, on the road of fleeing, he had helped her family, and she hadn't thought about trouble at that time. Later, she saved him twice, but he had caused her space to upgrade rapidly, so in the end, she owed him a bit more.
Seeing her not refuse, Xiao Ruiyuan felt a wave of warmth in his heart and explained his urgent need to find the Red snake for its gall to save someone. Finally, he said to Mo Yan seriously, "I just want to follow Xiao Hua into the mountains to find the trace of the Red Savage snake. Once found, I will ensure Xiao Hua's safety first and prevent it from being harmed."
After listening, Mo Yan furrowed her brows. The Red Savage snake was obviously a hundred-year-old spirit, presumably dominating a territory in Mount Yuhua, just like Da Bai. To find it, they would have to penetrate its territory. Once discovered, wouldn't Xiao Hua be in danger? Although this person's combat power was stronger than Xiao Hua's, and he would follow along, she still couldn't rest assured.
Moreover, she wasn't Xiao Hua's true owner. If she rashly agreed and Xiao Hua encountered any problems, she wouldn't be able to explain to Yan Jinyu. Speaking of which, Xiao Ruiyuan should ask Xiao Hua's true owner, Yan Jinyu, for this.
Thinking of this, Mo Yan said, "Master Xiao, this matter is too dangerous, as you know. I am not Xiao Hua's true owner, so I cannot agree on its behalf. You are acquainted with Xiao Hua's true owner, so you can discuss it with him. If he agrees and Xiao Hua is willing, then there is no problem."
Xiao Ruiyuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief, "There is no problem on its owner's side."
Not only was there no problem, but Yan Jinyu also had no control over Xiao Hua at all.
Hearing this, Mo Yan thought that he had already consulted Yan Jinyu's opinion. "In that case, let's go to Liuyang Village early tomorrow morning. If Xiao Hua is willing, Master Xiao can go with it into the mountains at any time."
"Thank you, Miss Mo." Xiao Ruiyuan readily agreed.
Mo Yan smiled politely. If Xiao Hua was willing, she would have to go with them. Otherwise, she couldn't rest assured...
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