Wedding ceremony tomorrow

Chapter 103 A Warm Night

The nightingale left quickly.

She didn't even dare to linger in the room for too long, after all, this was someone else's residence, and there were two maids watching outside.

However, before leaving, she kicked someone a few times to vent her anger.

The person didn't dare to dodge.

Xiao Tao and Xiao Mei quickly boiled the bathwater.

With the help of two maids, Luo Qingfeng took a bath, lay down on the bed, and quickly fell asleep.

I was too tired last night.

The astral projection of the soul consumes vital energy and spirit, and the battle also depletes a lot of physical strength.

He also suffered some internal injuries.

I slept until noon.

Tang Wu knocked on the window and said, "Ah Feng, it's time to go."

Xiao Tao and Xiao Mei came out of the house and went to the corridor. Upon hearing her words, their expressions were different.

"Is the young master leaving?"

Xiao Mei asked in a low voice.

Then, somewhat nervously, she asked, "Will they take us with them?"

Xiao Tao smiled and said, "Yes, young master promised me."

Hearing the sound, Luo Qingfeng got out of bed, dressed, and then went to open the window, asking, "Captain, is everything done?"

Tang Wu first gave him a serious look before saying, "It's all done. The Duke of Ningguo has already written a letter, but because it concerns the reputation of the Duke's mansion, the whole case is only briefly described, and the result is written. The Duke of Ningguo also instructed us that this case cannot be circulated outside, and he also sent someone to inform the academy. Although there are no specific personnel or details of the case-solving process, your contributions are all recorded, and I've added some for you. When we return to the academy, the academy will distribute rewards. Since you're from the North Academy, you definitely won't get merit points, but we can give you all the other rewards."

Luo Qingfeng quickly cupped his hands in thanks, saying, "Thank you, Captain."

Tang Wu laughed and said, "This is what you deserve. If it weren't for you, I don't know how long this case would have taken to be resolved. Ah Feng, I knew I hadn't misjudged you. Luckily, I signed you into the team that day."

Luo Qingfeng said, "The captain has excellent judgment; I admire him."

Tang Wu couldn't help but smile and nodded in agreement, "Yes, I admire myself too, I actually found a treasure."

He then added, "If those people who rejected you back then knew, they'd probably regret it to death."

Luo Qingfeng thought of Yuan Tong and his son, and said nothing more.

Tang Wu glanced at his face and said, "This case will probably reach a few elders. At that time, those people who didn't let you join the Southern Academy will probably be reprimanded."

Luo Qingfeng didn't continue the topic and asked, "How is Senior Sister A-Tian?"

Tang Wu said, "Fortunately, it only pierced the edge of her heart. Elder Nangong from the Heavenly Rank Department of the academy personally intervened and used the [Repair] divine power to save her. However, she definitely cannot take on missions for the time being."

Luo Qingfeng said, "That's good."

Tang Wu turned her head and glanced at the two pretty maids at the entrance of the corridor, then whispered, "Are you coming with us now, or...?"

Luo Qingfeng hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Where is Sister Nightingale?"

Tang Wu said, "She went home first."

Luo Qingfeng was taken aback upon hearing this. He realized that Nightingale probably didn't want to put him in a difficult position, and she was also worried about Aya and her grandmother, so she left early.

He could only say, "Captain, you guys go first. I'm not from the South Campus. I'll go back after I have lunch."

Perfect, I can also get a free lunch.

Tang Wu nodded and said, "Once the letter is brought back to the courtyard, the rewards should be distributed tomorrow. Nightingale will then notify you to collect them. To prevent individual team leaders from embezzling, all mission rewards need to be collected by the team members themselves in the courtyard. I will take you all to collect them together."

Luo Qingfeng felt a little uncomfortable at the thought of having to go to the South Courtyard again.

But he went there to collect the money, even if he wasn't feeling well.

After all, they still need this money to rent a house or pay off debts.

He nodded and thanked him again.

Tang Wu chatted with him for a moment longer before taking her leave.

She habitually walked towards the courtyard wall, preparing to climb over and leave. Just as her long legs bent slightly, she suddenly realized something, turned her head to look at Luo Qingfeng in front of the window and the two little maids at the door, smiled embarrassedly, and quickly walked towards the gate.

"Young master..."

Xiao Tao and Xiao Mei went inside, looking at him with anxious expressions.

Luo Qingfeng knew what the two girls were worried about, and comforted them, "You can stay here for now and look after the courtyard for me. I'll come back often. I signed a three-year contract with the head steward and I'll also be taking classes here. When I've earned enough money and bought a house, I'll move out with you all."

The two little girls were relieved to hear this.

Xiao Tao asked in a cheerful voice, "Young Master, how often do you come back? Do you come back every time you have class?"

Luo Qingfeng thought for a moment and said, "I'll come back every time I have class, and I'll also come back whenever I have time. I'm a member of the Demon Suppression Academy, so I need to cultivate in the academy or go out on missions frequently, and my schedule is not fixed."

Xiao Tao said "Oh," and looked at him pitifully, saying, "As long as you don't abandon us, it doesn't matter how often you come back. Xiao Mei and I will always be here waiting for you."

Xiao Mei nodded obediently beside her and said, "Mmm."

Luo Qingfeng felt a pang of pity when he thought of the maids who had died or been given away. He reached out and patted the two little girls on the head, saying, "Don't worry, I won't abandon you. You two are so cute, I can't bear to part with you."

The two little girls immediately laughed shyly and happily, and then couldn't help but glance at each other's chests.

The young master said he likes the big ones there.

Luo Qingfeng said, "Alright, go get your lunch. I'll be going back to the courtyard after I eat; I have things to do this afternoon."

He was going to find Senior Bai to collect a debt that afternoon.

The two girls agreed and immediately went out the door.

After lunch.

Luo Qingfeng left through the back door and went directly to the Demon Suppression Academy.

When he arrived at the library, he found the door already open, and he was immediately delighted and went inside.

Grandma Ning remained leaning against the corner of the wall, resting with her eyes closed.

When he came in this time, he deliberately coughed, but Granny Ning kept her eyes closed and ignored him.

Luo Qingfeng didn't dare to disturb them any further and went straight upstairs.

After he went up the stairs, Granny Ning opened her eyes and couldn't help but sigh, "This poor, silly boy..."

Then she added, "He's not pitiful at all. This is the first time Miss has lied to someone like this. This silly boy should feel honored. Besides, he sat next to Miss and even dirtied her delicate hands. He's not at a loss!"

Luo Qingfeng went straight to the fifth floor.

The sun shines brightly outside the window.

A noble beauty dressed in a wide robe sat quietly at the table reading a book. Beneath the robe, a pair of slender feet clad in snow-white stockings were faintly visible, and her long, flowing black hair shone with a smooth luster in the sunlight.

Luo Qingfeng glanced at it a few more times and thought to himself: Senior Bai is so noble and beautiful, and a young lady from a great family, she would not deliberately give him fake gold, much less renege on her debt.

Thinking this, he walked over and respectfully said, "Senior Bai."

Bai Ruofei continued reading quietly. After a moment, she spoke softly, "Hmm."

They neither made him kneel down nor made him sit down.

Luo Qingfeng looked up at her and could only say, "Senior Bai, there's something I need to tell you. You may have been deceived."

Upon hearing this, Bai Ruofei looked up at him without saying a word, seemingly waiting for his explanation.

Luo Qingfeng quickly took out the two halves of the iron block and handed them to her, saying, "Senior Bai, look, this is the gold you gave me yesterday. I only found out after I got back that it was actually a piece of iron."

He then quickly added, "Of course Senior Bai wouldn't lie to me. This piece of iron must have been given to you by someone else, right?"

Bai Ruofei seemed to pause for a moment, then reached out and took the two pieces of iron. She glanced at them and said calmly, "They were indeed given to me by someone else."

Luo Qingfeng immediately said, "That person dared to deceive Senior Bai, it's truly despicable!"

Bai Ruofei frowned slightly, placed the two pieces of iron on the table, and said coldly, "I will let my mother-in-law handle it."

Luo Qingfeng nodded, looking at her expectantly.

Bai Ruofei, however, lowered her head and continued reading, ignoring him completely.

Helpless, Luo Qingfeng could only ask, "Senior Bai, um... do you still have any real gold?"

Bai Ruofei seemed to ponder for a moment, then took out a piece of gold from her wide sleeves, placed it on the table, and said, "Take a look for yourself and see if it's real."

Luo Qingfeng quickly took it in his hand, pressed it hard, realized something was wrong, then put it in his mouth and bit it, almost breaking his teeth. He quickly said, "Senior Bai, it's fake again!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Ruofei seemed somewhat angry, a frosty expression appearing on her face. She stared at the fake gold in his hand for a while before coldly saying, "I'll have my mother-in-law handle this matter tonight."

Luo Qingfeng was filled with righteous indignation: "Damn it! They actually gave Senior Bai so much fake gold! I'll have Grandma teach that person a lesson tonight!"

Bai Ruofei frowned, but her beautiful and noble face still looked incredibly charming.

Luo Qingfeng had no choice but to say again, "Senior Bai, do you have any silver? You can give me a piece of silver."

Bai Ruofei looked at him with a cold gaze and said, "Do you think I am?"

Luo Qingfeng didn't know how to answer.

Bai Ruofei said calmly, "Do you think someone of my status would carry such vulgar things?"

Luo Qingfeng was speechless for a moment.

Yes, a noble figure like Senior Bai probably carries either Xuanjin (a type of precious metal) or various treasures. He could have just casually taken these few pieces of gold. As for the silver, since Senior Bai doesn't go out, he probably wouldn't need it.

"Does Grandma have any?"

Luo Qingfeng asked.

Bai Ruofei looked at him and said, "No."

Luo Qingfeng: "..."

What should we do? He came here today to collect a debt.

Bai Ruofei closed the book, took out another book, gently opened it, and said, "Sit down, I'll write this one today."

Luo Qingfeng glanced at her, then sat down beside her, turning to look at her noble and beautiful face, and said, "Senior Bai, that... gold..."

Bai Ruofei frowned slightly, met his gaze, and said, "I'll owe you for now."

Luo Qingfeng was speechless.

He owes Nightingale Sister money and A-Ya money, and now Senior White owes him money too...

Bai Ruofei seemed somewhat impatient and said, "Do you think I'm the kind of person who can't afford to give you gold?"

Luo Qingfeng quickly replied, "Of course not, I didn't mean that."

Bai Ruofei gave a soft hum, picked up the inkstone and ink stick, poured some tea, and began to grind the ink gently. She said calmly, "Including today, two pieces of gold. I'll remember that."

Luo Qingfeng could only reply, "Mm."

Grandma Ning will handle it tonight, and she should be able to get the real gold back immediately.

I should be able to return it to him tomorrow.

Thinking this way, he was immediately filled with motivation and enthusiasm.

Two whole pieces of gold!

He opened the book and began to read carefully. After finishing the first page, he paused, then said, "The Demon Clan's 'Thousand Illusions Disguise Technique'?"

Bai Ruofei was slightly taken aback, but did not speak.

Luo Qingfeng couldn't help but glance at her again, thinking to himself: These books and cultivation techniques must have been left behind by Senior Bai's great demon father, right? Were they specifically left for her to cultivate?

He carefully read it several times to make sure there were no translation errors before spreading out a clean sheet of Xuan paper, picking up his brush, dipping it in ink, and starting to write.

After finishing the third page, he was secretly amazed. This set of techniques looked incredibly powerful. It could not only change one's appearance and eyes, but also one's posture and temperament, and even one's aura and the fluctuations of the technique.

Moreover, it doesn't seem to say that only members of the demon race can cultivate.

Luo Qingfeng wrote carefully, but halfway through, he couldn't help but ask, "Senior Bai, this cultivation technique seems to be suitable for humans as well, right?"

Bai Ruofei seemed somewhat dazed. After hearing this, she paused for a moment before looking at him and asking, "You want to cultivate?"

What Luo Qingfeng was really thinking was...

Having this set of techniques is equivalent to having countless identities, allowing you to conceal yourself in various ways when going out on missions.

However, he dared not say that.

He quickly replied, "That's not what I meant. I would never dare to covet your cultivation techniques, senior. I was just curious and asked casually."

Bai Ruofei stared at him for a while longer, then said, "If you like, you can give it a try."

Luo Qingfeng was taken aback upon hearing this, then exclaimed with delight, "Really?"

Bai Ruofei nodded.

Luo Qingfeng was still a little uneasy and asked, "Is there anything else I need to do?"

Bai Ruofei spoke in a calm tone, saying only two words: "Be obedient."

Luo Qingfeng thought to himself, "The word 'obedient' encompasses a lot. I can't possibly sell myself just for a cultivation technique, can I?"

Bai Ruofei looked at the book and said, "Keep writing."

Luo Qingfeng didn't say anything more and continued writing.

The sun outside the window had unknowingly sunk to the horizon.

The light in the room also dimmed.

As darkness approached, Luo Qingfeng finally translated and transcribed the entire set of techniques word for word.

Of course, I checked it several times.

Bai Ruofei looked at the words placed in front of her, paused for a moment, and asked, "Is the mission complete?"

Luo Qingfeng hesitated for a moment, then said, "Not yet."

He was afraid that if he said he had finished, he would be forced to come here again tonight to write something for her.

He needs to seize the time to cultivate.

He hadn't even had a chance to see his spoils after slaying the demon.

Besides, he was going to Nightingale's place tonight.

As for where they will sleep, it's still unknown. They might go back here, or they might go to Ningguo Mansion, or...

"Not yet?"

Bai Ruofei raised her head and looked at him.

Luo Qingfeng said, "Yes, it may take a few more days."

He didn't want to come and help her write in the afternoon; he still had to write in the evening.

Bai Ruofei stared at him quietly for a while, then said, "But I heard that the case in Ningguo Mansion was closed at noon?"

Luo Qingfeng: "..."

A brief silence fell over the room.

The atmosphere was a little awkward.

After a moment of silence, Luo Qingfeng had no choice but to say, "There might still be demons in Ningguo Mansion. I need to observe them for a while longer."

Bai Ruofei glanced at him a few more times, then said nothing more, looking down at the words on the Xuan paper.

Luo Qingfeng dared not stay any longer and quickly got up to take his leave.

Bai Ruofei ignored him.

Luo Qingfeng cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and left sheepishly.

When he reached the first floor, Granny Ning opened her eyes, looked at him expressionlessly, and said, "Is my young lady satisfied?"

Luo Qingfeng didn't dare to mention that she had lied to the other party, but simply said, "Grandma, Senior Bai has been deceived."

Granny Ning's gaze turned cold as she said, "Oh? Is that you, boy?"

Luo Qingfeng quickly replied, "Of course it wasn't me. The gold Senior Bai gave me was fake. Senior Bai said it was from someone else? Who would be so bold as to give Senior Bai fake gold?"

Granny Ning's lips twitched, then her face darkened as she said, "You're asking for death!"

Luo Qingfeng quickly reminded her, "Grandma, the gold is important. Don't kill the person directly. Get the real gold back first."

Granny Ning looked at him with a gloomy expression and said, "Why did you have to be so nosy?"

Luo Qingfeng knew his temper; that swindler was probably finished. He just hoped that the real gold could be returned to him.

He didn't dare say anything more, cupped his hands in greeting, and withdrew.

After he left.

Grandma Ning locked the door, went upstairs, and came to the window.

At this moment, Bai Ruofei stood quietly by the window, silently watching the figure gradually disappear downstairs.

Granny Ning stood for a while before whispering, "Miss, what should we do tomorrow?"

Bai Ruofei stood by the window for a while before speaking calmly, "Keep owing it."

Granny Ning hesitated for a moment, then said, "Why don't we just give it to him? We're not short of that little bit of gold... For a few pieces of gold, Miss..."

Bai Ruofei turned her head and looked at her, saying, "He just touched me."

Upon hearing this, Granny Ning's face immediately changed, and she angrily exclaimed, "What? That brat actually touched Miss's body again? How did he do it? With which part of his body did he hurt or dirty her?"

Bai Ruofei said calmly, "He touched my hair when he was writing."

Grandma Ning: "..."

"Damn it! That brat is so audacious, daring to touch Miss's fragrant hair, he's absolutely despicable! He should be lied to, kept lying to him until he cries!"

"Um."

Bai Ruofei gave a soft "hmm".

After leaving the Demon Suppression Academy, Luo Qingfeng used the silver that Aya had given her the night before to buy six skewers of candied hawthorns on the street, and used the rest of the silver to buy cooked meat.

He promised the girl yesterday that he would buy her five strings of candied hawthorns once he got the gold today.

Although we didn't get the gold, we still have to keep our promise.

Besides, with Granny Ning personally taking charge tonight, we should be able to get the gold tomorrow.

He should have the money tomorrow.

As for cooked meat, it's definitely necessary to buy it; for the sake of cultivation, meat cannot be interrupted.

We soon entered the alleyway filled with red leaves.

Night had fallen.

at the same time.

In the courtyard at the very end of the alley, Aya was chopping firewood.

Grandma was adding firewood in the kitchen, while Nightingale was cooking.

Seeing that Nightingale seemed troubled, Grandma asked her a few questions. When she didn't answer, Grandma could only say, "Is it because of Feng? Why didn't you call Feng to come back for dinner?"

Nightingale, head down chopping vegetables, snorted and said, "They eat and sleep well elsewhere, they don't need to come here."

Grandma laughed and said, "What are you talking about? A-Feng isn't that kind of person."

Nightingale snorted and said, "People change. When he first came to Stargazing City, he had nothing, so of course he was willing to come and eat. Now that he has everything, why would he even look at our place?"

Grandma looked at her and asked, "Did he make you angry?"

Nightingale chopped the vegetables vigorously and said, "No."

Grandma sighed softly and said, "Ah Ying, Ah Feng is a good boy, and he doesn't look down on us. If you both like each other, Grandma thinks..."

Nightingale immediately said, "Grandma, stop talking. I already said I'm not getting married for now."

Grandma said, "But you're already sleeping together."

Nightingale blushed instantly and said, "We...we didn't..."

Grandma smiled and said, "Sitting together means we're family. You're an unmarried woman, and he's not married either. Since you both like each other, what's there to hesitate about?"

The nightingale kept her head down, chopping vegetables, and didn't say anything more.

Grandma looked outside and whispered, "If it's because of Aya's illness that you're worried about burdening Afeng, there's really no need... Grandma has seen that Afeng gets along very well with Aya every time he comes here. Afeng must really like this little girl, Aya. Anyway, you don't want to be separated from Aya, so why don't you two sisters stay together..."

"Snapped!"

Outside, Aya suddenly chopped a piece of wood and then ran over and opened the courtyard gate.

Upon hearing this, Nightingale, without even putting down the cleaver in her hand, had already reached the kitchen doorway and was looking outside.

The main entrance.

A young man dressed in a tattered scholar's robe held five skewers of candied hawthorns in his hand and handed them to A-Ya, saying, "These are the five skewers I promised you yesterday."

Aya stared blankly at the other person, the corner of her mouth, hidden in the shadow of the gate, seemed to twitch slightly.

The little girl dropped the axe in her hand, reached out and took all five skewers of candied hawthorns, then turned around and ran briskly towards the kitchen. A smile was about to appear on her lips, but she quickly hid it when she saw her.

The nightingale smiled slightly.

Aya came up to her and handed her the three strings of candied hawthorns in his hand.

Nightingale didn't answer; her gaze was fixed on the front door.

Luo Qingfeng, holding another string of candied hawthorns, remained standing at the door and said, "Sister Nightingale, I bought you some too. But first, I need to ask, have you cooked my meal yet?"

Nightingale replied sternly, "No!"

After saying that, she turned and went into the kitchen, chopping vegetables while laughing.

The old man sitting in front of the stove saw this scene, and a kind smile appeared on his face, which was illuminated by the firelight.

The old woman suddenly said, "Ah Ya, there seems to be a night market tonight. Why don't you accompany Grandma to take a stroll? We'll be back later."

Aya looked at her, seemingly understanding but not quite, paused for a moment, and then nodded blankly.

As Nightingale was placing the food into the plate, two blushes suddenly appeared on her cheeks, making her look as beautiful as a flower.

At this moment, Luo Qingfeng walked into the kitchen with candied hawthorns in his hand and said, "Sister Nightingale, you really didn't make me any food? If not, then I'll be leaving?"

Nightingale blushed and, head bowed washing the vegetables, said, "You can leave now!"

The old man stood up from the stove and smiled kindly, "Ah Feng, it's done, there's food for you. Come on, help Ah Ying add firewood."

As she spoke, she went over, pulled Ah Ya up, and walked out of the kitchen.

Only the two of them remained in the kitchen.

Nightingale's cheeks burned even hotter as she walked to the stove and began to cook.

Luo Qingfeng placed the candied hawthorn on a bowl, walked to the stove and sat down. He glanced at the beautiful girl in front of him, then lowered his head to add firewood without saying another word.

The kitchen remained quiet for a long time.

After finishing cooking a dish, Nightingale looked at him and said, "Why aren't you saying anything?"

Luo Qingfeng said, "I'm shy."

Nightingale chuckled, becoming even more charming and alluring, and said, "What are you shy about, a grown man like you?"

Luo Qingfeng said, "I'm worried that Grandma and Aya might misunderstand us being alone in the kitchen with Nightingale..."

Nightingale raised an eyebrow, looked at him, and said, "What misunderstanding do you have about us?"

Luo Qingfeng said earnestly, "I'm afraid they'll misunderstand and think we're sneaking around in the kitchen...stealing vegetables..."

"puff--"

Nightingale chuckled again, then playfully raised the spatula in her hand as if to hit him, saying, "I'm cooking, don't tease me! You're spitting your saliva into the pan."

Luo Qingfeng said, "No wonder Sister Nightingale's dishes are always so fragrant and sweet."

Nightingale chuckled again, dropped the shovel, and rushed over to attack him, baring her teeth and claws.

The two were playing around in the kitchen.

Aya and her grandmother were eavesdropping in the courtyard.

Grandma whispered, "Ah Ya, let's go to the night market tonight and not come back..."

Aya stared blankly at the kitchen and nodded.

After a while of playful banter in the kitchen, Nightingale suddenly exclaimed, "Oh no! The food's burnt again! It's all your fault! You'll have to finish it later!"

Then Luo Qingfeng's voice came through: "Of course we have to finish it, after all, Nightingale's food is in there..."

"You still dare to talk back!"

"I'm not saying anything more..."

A relieved smile appeared on the old man's face.

(End of this chapter)