The curtain was lifted, and two men, one tall and one short, leaped down, standing respectfully by the carriage. Then, a woman alighted.
The innkeeper’s eyes widened. He ground his teeth several times, but his mouth remained agape. The woman was truly beautiful, a beauty they had never seen in this place before.
Her clothes were indeed beautiful. Made of superior silk fabric, a pale blue, the cuffs were embroidered with large flowers. Her brows and eyes were indescribably charming and graceful, especially the embroidered peony at the corner of her eye, its petals vivid.
Her hair was loosely piled up, appearing as if it were about to come undone, adding a few indescribable charms that made people stare, their gazes unable to shift away.
Wanwan turned her head, seeing the innkeeper’s comical expression, and chuckled, teasing him playfully.
“Little brother innkeeper, your drool is showing.”
After ten days of adjustment, she had finally grown accustomed to these fine clothes and to the astonished gazes of others. A small flicker of joy bloomed in her heart; she was finally wearing such clothes.
All of this was thanks to her master, who had helped her fulfill her wish. Therefore, she wanted to serve her master even more diligently.
Though outwardly beautiful and captivating, her mischievous nature remained deep within. Along the way, she would find opportunities to amuse herself and tease others.
As long as it didn’t affect important matters, her master generally didn’t interfere, granting her complete freedom.
Sometimes, she would even take advantage of her master, causing others to mistake them for a couple, with her being the master’s beautiful maid, and even a bed warmer.
Hearing these assumptions occasionally, she couldn’t help but want to laugh. However, seeing her master’s serious and earnest demeanor made her want to laugh even more.
As Wanwan pondered, she boldly continued to stare at the innkeeper.
The innkeeper was an honest man. He had never imagined that such a beautiful woman could be so bold and would stare at him so intensely.
This made his face turn completely red, and he dared not speak a word. He lowered his head, gazing at the ground as if it held rare treasures.
Wanwan did not let him off because of his shyness, adding another probing remark.
“Little brother innkeeper, is there a treasure on the ground?”
At this, the innkeeper wished he could find a hole in the ground to burrow into. His face, from cheeks to the roots of his ears, turned red. He was only filled with terror, thinking that the more beautiful a woman was, the less you could look at her; she was like a thorny flower.
Just as the innkeeper was at a loss, unsure where to put his hands and feet, a clear and cold voice emerged from the carriage.
“Xiao Wan, teasing someone again?”
“Yes, Young Master,” Wanwan immediately stood straight, replied respectfully, lifted the carriage curtain, and extended her hand to help the person inside the carriage alight.
The innkeeper, looking at this bold and dazzling woman acting so respectfully towards the person in the carriage, couldn’t help but look up.
He saw a slender figure bending to get out of the carriage, a face as bright as sunshine, adorned with a faint smile. Beneath dark, thick eyebrows, large eyes sparkled enchantingly. His lips parted, revealing a row of teeth as white as jade, which contrasted with his dark complexion.
Although his skin was dark, it did not detract from his appearance; he was still a dazzling youth.
He appeared to be only thirteen or fourteen years old. The innkeeper sighed, thinking it was a pity that such a celestial beauty was the maidservant to this young master.
On the side, Liu Xing’s face darkened, and he said coldly, “Is there food?”
The innkeeper jumped, looking over. He saw the speaker had a blank expression, emanating a chilling aura, and a pair of cold eyes were glaring at him. This made him feel flustered, and he repeatedly nodded, ushering them inside, “Yes, yes, honored guests, please, please.”
The innkeeper moved aside. Yun Xiao had not moved yet, but Wanwan affectionately linked her arm through his and spoke warmly, “Young Master, let’s go. We should eat.”
The two walked away arm in arm. The innkeeper watched with a look of regret, thinking that this beautiful girl was indeed the young master’s personal maid.
What a pity, what a pity! With her looks, she could have married into a wealthy family.
Even if not as the main wife, she could have been a concubine, enjoying endless wealth and status thereafter.
Following such a young master, no matter how rich his family, by the time he matured, this woman would likely be past her prime.
As the innkeeper was lost in regret and a look of bitterness, a strong arm reached out from mid-air, dragging him into the inn. As they walked, someone spoke with amusement.
“Little brother innkeeper, what are you thinking about? Your face is going from red to white. Don’t tell me you were scared by that rascal.”
Saying this, he burst into laughter. Before the innkeeper could speak, the person walking in front suddenly turned his head. The pupils of his eyes held a cold glint, frightening him into repeatedly shaking his head and struggling to escape Jingyun’s embrace, waving his hands vigorously.
“I didn’t say anything, I didn’t say anything. He said it.”
He pointed firmly at Jingyun with one hand. Jingyun laughed even harder, and extending his hand, he put his arm around the innkeeper’s shoulder, “Little brother innkeeper, don’t be afraid of him. I’m here. I’ll protect you. Who do you think is more capable between us?”
The innkeeper was covered in sweat and wailed inwardly, “Brother, please stop playing with me! I’m timid and easily frightened.”
He wanted to break free from this person’s grasp and flee, preferably abandoning this business altogether. These people were clearly demons!
However, his ordeal was soon to end, as the young man at the front spoke.
“Alright, you two stop teasing him. He’s an honest person.”
“Yes, yes,” the innkeeper nodded repeatedly. He was an honest person, he was an honest person.
This person was truly a living Bodhisattva, a living Bodhisattva who saves people from suffering!
The innkeeper was so grateful that he almost knelt down. He quickly shook off the arm around his shoulder and rushed to the person at the very front.
He looked around, deciding it was safest to follow the person at the front. He seemed like the only normal one. The innkeeper glanced again at the others, concluding with certainty that none of them were normal.
The group entered the inn. There weren’t many people inside; only two or three were eating in the hall. The hall was simply furnished, with only a few tables and chairs, no other items.
The second floor housed guest rooms, also very simply furnished, with only a bed, a round table, and a stool, nothing else. Places like this didn't have many guests, so they didn't pay much attention to decor.
Yun Xiao chose a clean table and sat down. The others sat on either side of him and opposite him.
The innkeeper approached, a towel draped over his shoulder, looking reluctant. He cautiously eyed Liu Xing and Jingyun, finally choosing to stand by Yun Xiao’s side, deeming it safe and secure.
“Honored guest, what would you like to eat?”
“Bring out a few of this establishment’s specialties.”
Yun Xiao said with a smile, his demeanor so sunny and warm. The innkeeper’s nose twitched, and he almost shed tears. What a situation this was! The master was so gentle and refined, yet the people following him were all devils…
“All right, honored guest, please wait a moment,” the innkeeper said, then fled. Behind him, Jingyun called out with a grin, “Little brother innkeeper?”