Rebirth: A Cinderella's Counterattack

Chapter 1303: Chapter 1283: Changing Course to Southern Li

”Really? Second Uncle, are you cold? Shall I bring you a quilt?” Qhianqhian’s eyes lit up at the words.

Regarding the Hua Family’s betrayal, she didn’t want to say much. She simply didn’t know how to face Hua Nianyi in the future and was still worried since Second Uncle hadn’t arrived yet, which left her conflicted.

”Don’t fuss, just rest well, and you’ll see them tomorrow morning.” Luo Xihan’s tone was very calm: ”Your sister-in-law even asked me to bring you some delicious food. Your elder brother came too, along with Brother Jiayou and Brother Zhuzi, so you don’t have to worry.”

”Elder brother is coming too, then I’ll go out once the city gates open tomorrow morning.” Qhianqhian’s face was full of joy as she looked at Yan and Huangfu Yihui with happiness.

”Alright, rest well.” Luo Xihan’s voice clearly carried a hint of joy.

After the conversation ended, they couldn’t help but think that this thing really resembled a phone, but it didn’t require call charges, only a bit of spiritual power.

It wasn’t suitable for Luo Xihan to say much, just a few exchanges were enough.

”So shall we leave tomorrow?” Qhianqhian glanced at the two, slightly curling her lips, then looked at Huangfu Yihui: ”Even if we’re not in Gold Scale City, with you, the prince, providing safe passage in Southern Li, I believe Second Uncle can do good business.”

”It’s an honor.” Huangfu Yihui looked at Qhianqhian and said calmly: ”But are you really planning to leave just like that, without saying a word to them?” His expression was visibly hesitant.

The ”them” naturally referred to the people from Hua Residence, but it was unclear if others were aware of the events that took place at night. Would it be disrespectful to leave without saying goodbye?

Qhianqhian blinked at Huangfu Yihui, wondering when this high and mighty prince started caring about others’ opinions?

”I’ll remember to send someone with a message. Anyway, the betrothal gifts are already at the Hua Residence, and I’ve already given the dowry. Although I feel a little sorry for Haan Yun, I’ll make it up to him in other ways.” Qhianqhian was a bit more composed. Regardless of who directed this incident, it still left a scar in her heart.

They had traveled so many roads together, but after such an event, who would dare to guarantee they could still be wholeheartedly friends? Anyone facing betrayal wouldn’t just smile it away, would they?

”You make the decision. We’ll get up once the city gates open tomorrow.” Yan was very calm as he looked at Qhianqhian, his voice carrying a hint of reluctance.

”Alright, you all go rest. I need to head to bed too. All right, everyone, depart.” Qhianqhian nodded.

As soon as she said this, the two of them were momentarily stunned, then both couldn’t help but smile wryly.

Qhianqhian’s expression didn’t change. She was determined to leave and decided to write letters to clarify the situation.

After Yan and Huangfu Yihui left the room, they split up. Huangfu Yihui went to explain things to his subordinates, while Yan looked for Xiao Hei.

Xiao Hei also had ties to Haan Yun, so he should have explained that following Qhianqhian meant he shouldn’t help Haan Yun anymore. If there was any hesitation, it might be better to go with Haan Yun.

Though calm, their life was still comfortable enough.

”...” After listening to Yan, Xiao Hei silently pinched the corner of his clothes. He thought it had to be something significant to make someone who usually disdained talking to come to his room. But it turned out to be this trivial matter, something he had figured out from the start.

After all, if he wanted to follow Haan Yun, he would have found a way after the master’s passing; there would be no need to wait until now.

What a silly question.

Qhianqhian didn’t care what others thought. She silently chose to proceed with her important matters with Xuan Ming.

Thankfully, due to Qhianqhian’s cautious yet sincere attitude, Xuan Ming did not make things difficult.

Early the next morning, as day broke, Qhianqhian casually slipped two letters into envelopes, writing the names on them before holding them in her hand.

She pushed open the room door, and everyone was already geared up and waiting.

They checked out and handed the letters to the Shopkeeper, instructing them to be given to those who would come looking, and then left without hesitation.

”I thought you would find someone to deliver them,” Huangfu Yihui said, watching Qhianqhian decisively head in a direction, a smile on his lips.

It was dawn. There weren’t many pedestrians on the road, mostly those hurrying on their way. A few breakfast stalls were open.

But they didn’t stop, heading straight for the north city gate.

Once out of the city gate and not far ahead, they saw a line of carriages, ten in total, and even saw someone brushing their teeth by the roadside.

Qhianqhian cheerfully ran over, her face all adorable: ”Second Uncle, I’m here!”

At the sound of Qhianqhian’s voice, Luo Xihan almost swallowed a mouthful of foam, quickly rinsed his mouth, cleaned up, and spoke: ”So early? Did you rest well? Do you look thinner?”

With a gentle expression, he patted Qhianqhian’s face gently, ”What happened? You look like you were chased by a wolf. Did anyone come after you?”

”...” Huangfu Yihui quietly lowered his head, who would be so foolish as to come after them?

Last night, Qhianqhian dropping Hua Sicheng unexpectedly made such a big commotion that it wouldn’t have gone unnoticed. Despite the late hour, people still came to the inn to inquire about the identities of those staying in the top-grade rooms to try to make connections.

Unfortunately, they had booked the entire fifth floor, with guards at the staircase, so no one got a chance to cozy up.

”Look, such a big wolf,” Qhianqhian said with a playful smile, pulling out the little black cat from her arms: ”See if it’s gotten fatter?”

”The cat eats more than you,” Luo Yanhai chimed in as he woke up and walked over: ”By the way, Shufan even made buns specially for you. You had nothing, yet he made buns for you? Not letting you eat well while you’re out, is this your real brother? We pamper you with the new pastries we developed, ones that don’t spoil. The cakes might have gone bad if left too long, so we ate them on the road.”

”Er, you ate them, didn’t you?” Qhianqhian responded exasperatedly to her brother, who seemed to criticize Luo Shufan on the surface, but secretly praised his thoughtfulness. But the treats he brought got eaten; what’s there to boast about?

”See, I knew Little Qhianqhian wouldn’t care about such trivial stuff,” Luo Yanhai laughed heartily, looking at the group behind Qhianqhian: ”Hey? Long time no see, the both of you.”

Seeing the group behind her, it seemed to include guards for one of the two. Couldn’t they notice?

”By the way, weren’t you here for the wedding? Why are you out now?” Lin Jiayou and Bai Yizhu greeted Qhianqhian. They were simply on a holiday trip as they had many duties up on the mountain. Bai Yizhu, due to Bai Yixian, often acted like the head of logistics, and since Lin Jiayou used to hang out with Bai Yizhu, he also quietly chose the logistics role.

Bai Yizhu sharply sensed Qhianqhian’s reluctance to return to Gold Scale City. He immediately sensed something was wrong. Could she have been bullied? Ignoring Luo Xihan’s caring words, he spoke up.

”Er...” Qhianqhian glanced at Bai Yizhu. Wasn’t that a straightforward question?

Seeing her look, Bai Yizhu noticed her discontented expression but just raised his brow. As a member of the elder brother group, it was his duty to care. How else could he face Luo Shufan upon return?

”Something happened, so I’m not attending. The bride price and dowry are all settled, so we need to run... get going.” Qhianqhian’s face turned slightly unpleasant, not wishing to explain to her family how she was schemed against: ”Let’s head to Southern Li instead. Business there will thrive; we don’t need Gold Scale City for that. Southern goods transported north are worth more, aren’t they?”

What kind of person was Luo Xihan? Having years of business experience, he could easily guess Qhianqhian’s intentions from her demeanor.

”Then let’s go, and talk along the way. But these carriages... they really don’t compare... you know what I mean.”

”Second Uncle, this journey with four wheels will shake you nauseous,” Qhianqhian rolled her eyes, waving at Yihui Huangfu invitingly: ”Let’s go.”