Sister, you traveled through time too?

If Tang Zhao wasn't there, Xiaoyu would probably want to go home too.

Even though modern life is really hard, she still wants someone to depend on.

In her original world, she had no money and no status, but she had a younger brother and people to care about, so at least she was not alone.

If there was no Tang Zhao in this world, Xiaoyu would also want to go back.

Feelings are really important to Xiaoyu. Without love, people are like walking corpses.

There must be some emotion to keep people alive.

Even if it's not loving others, loving yourself is the same.

Xiaoyu looked into Xiao Yuner's eyes and her heart softened like a puddle of water.

Just at this moment, there was some movement on the water surface, and someone was seen breaking out of the water.

There were a dozen or so pale-faced people, both men and women, with men making up the majority.

These people were swollen and white all over, with a sheepskin bag tied around their waist, bulging with pearls.

"Your Highness, these are the workers leaving work."

The little girl pointed at those people and said to Xiaoyu.

Chun Ke, An Er and others drew their swords and stepped forward to protect Xiao Yu immediately.

But those people were very thin and frail, and looked vulnerable.

When they saw the small fish on the shore, they were a little frightened and dared not move.

"This is Her Royal Highness the Princess, here to save us!"

The little girl said loudly, waving to everyone.

A dozen workers then came ashore suspiciously, but they all stood at a distance cautiously and did not come forward.

"Where's your...brother...?"

A slightly older man among the group asked.

His voice was hoarse, as if he was speaking for the first time, and it was particularly harsh and even a little difficult to understand.

Xiaoyu glanced at the little girl, and then the little girl took a few steps forward and explained the whole story to everyone.

After hearing this, those people looked at each other, and finally all looked at Tang Xiaoyu.

"It won't be long before the Emperor sends his troops here."

"Don't panic, everyone. I will provide you with a pension so that you can return to your normal life."

"I just need you to stay here for a while and accept the investigation."

"Of course don't be afraid. After the investigation, you can still live a normal life."

Xiaoyu soothed, her eyes dignified yet gentle.

"I know that you are all very good at swimming. Anyone who can get to shore alive in the lake cannot be an ordinary person."

"I am willing to set you free, but if someone agrees to stay and work for me and continue to search for the pearl, I am willing to pay a high price."

"Not only will you be well fed and clothed, but you will also be protected and given gold, silver and jewelry."

"As the saying goes, wealth and honor are sought in danger. If someone is willing to work for me, I will not treat him unfairly."

"But if you don't want to, you can leave."

Xiaoyu explained his intentions and the chips he offered to these people in detail.

The eyes of these hungry, cold and frightened workers lit up as if they had seen a living Buddha.

It's like a prisoner suddenly seeing the key to the cage.

Of course they wanted freedom, so they knelt down and begged Xiaoyu to let them go.

Such a result was within Xiaoyu's expectations. After all, money is not as important as life.

There are dangers aplenty underwater, and these people risk their lives every time they go down. If you want to make money, you have to spend it too.

Xiaoyu also happily agreed to let them go, and she would not go back on her word.

"Your Highness, why let these people go? If it's not worthwhile to invest more money, why don't you use these existing workers for your own benefit?"

"What if we can really find the orb?"

Xiao Yun'er's eyes were kind and her expression was harmless, as if she was just confused.

But the suppressed anxiety and madness in her eyes were really obvious.

Xiaoyu didn't know what to say, so she just gently stroked Xiao Yun'er's head.

"Do you think I'm too kind?"

Xiaoyu asked, with a deep look in his eyes.

Xiao Yun'er didn't say anything, just shook her head, but her eyes gave Xiaoyu an answer.

"The pearl will still be sought, and a huge reward will always bring a brave man."

"As long as you offer a sky-high price, someone will be tempted."

"I have not given up on finding this thing. I just want people to work for me, so I have to offer the same price, not force or coercion."

"Just like you and me, right?"

"Isn't the reason you chose to cooperate with me because we both gave each other the same value and I gave you enough respect and freedom?"

After Xiaoyu finished speaking, he gently rubbed Xiao Yuner's head and said no more.

The hidden thoughts in Xiao Yun'er's eyes disappeared in an instant, and she revealed a sweet smile, with her curved eyebrows and eyes looking so charming and innocent.

"That's what His Highness said."

She said so, with a hint of hidden joy in her eyes as she looked at Xiaoyu.

Afterwards, the group followed the little girl to a small house to rest.

The hut was small and crowded, with moss-covered walls.

The kang in the house was burning brightly at the moment. A group of people sat around the fire, and the night spread in silence.

After talking and getting to know each other, Xiaoyu found out that the little girl's name was Baiyun.

Bai Yun’s brother, uh… the man who was mistakenly thought to be the drowned ghost, was named Bai Yu.

Xiaoyu's attack was indeed very heavy, and the man hasn't even woken up yet.

Although An Yi simply bandaged Bai Yu and treated him, it seemed to be of no help.

This man named Bai Yu is a very crucial clue. He may be the only person who has communicated with the mysterious rich businessman.

He must be trusted by the mysterious man, otherwise those green-clothed ghost-faced men would not obey him.

At this time, An Er came back on horseback. Xiao Yu had just sent An Er to find a doctor quickly.

I saw An Er bringing a middle-aged man into the house. The man had a long beard and looked shifty and unreliable.

fish:……

"Your Highness, I think sometimes this kind of mission should be left to Chun Ke or An Yi."

Seeing this, Jiang Hao covered his face with his hands, gave a helpless bitter smile, and said in a low voice.

"You're right." Xiaoyu nodded in agreement, regretting quite a bit that he had given this kind of task to the fool An Er.

If An Yi and Chun Ke had not been away to guard the workers, she would never have dared to assign such a task to An Er.

An Er gave a silly smile and scratched his head, thinking Xiao Yu would praise him.

Xiaoyu glanced at him and said calmly, "You found it very well. Don't look for it next time."

After hearing this, An Er was still thinking whether this was a compliment or a scolding.

The middle-aged man looked fawning and put his hand on Bai Yu's wrist in a pretentious manner.

Then he said seriously: "Ah, this is... choking on water."

Xiaoyu:......

Jiang Hao:......

Xiao Yuner: ...

So, in the deep darkness of the night, a middle-aged man was ruthlessly kicked out of the shabby house.

Also thrown out was An Er, who had a puzzled look on his face.

"Your Highness, why don't you pick up An Er? The child is a little stupid, but he can still be used. After all, he can fight."

Xiao Yun'er was at the side, whispering advice.

"I'll drool after this kind of treatment." Jiang Hao couldn't help laughing, holding his forehead and complaining.

In the end, the confused An Er was picked up.

Forget it, it doesn’t matter if the child is a little stupid, we can’t just abandon him.