How can someone travel through time and space and become a beggar?

When Bai Wuxia heard her talk about how He Suowei wanted to kidnap her that day, it was understandable that she didn't want to go. However... she looked at Xia Chu, clasped her hands together and asked, "Can Da'an lend me his money for a day?"

"Ah?" Xia Chu was stunned for a moment, "Daan?"

Oh, and this time we were going to the hunting grounds. Da'an was a hunting dog, and Bai Wuxia probably borrowed him to go hunting.

Xia Chu looked down at the two dogs. Dogs are naturally energetic, and even though their house seemed spacious, they were actually quite bored staying at home all day. Hounds should be roaming the mountains.

Thinking of this, she nodded and said, "Can we take Xiao An with us? Although he is naughty, Da An will keep an eye on him. Besides, he is even smarter than Da An. Let them run in the mountains together and release their nature."

Bai Wuxia's eyes rolled. "Why don't you go too? You don't even look injured on your face. Bring two dogs with you this time. I don't see who dares to touch you! And I promise to follow you the whole way and won't let He Suowei take advantage of you!"

"This..." Xia Chu didn't want to go. Although she knew some martial arts, it only made her run faster and more agile. Women were naturally weaker in size and strength. They could sneak attacks, but once the opponent was prepared, she had almost no chance of winning in a head-on confrontation.

"My second brother will go too this time! Let him protect you!" Bai Wuxia grabbed her hand and shook it, "Okay?"

Xia Chu was a little confused, "I, I can't ride a horse."

Bai Wuxia smiled happily when she saw him agree. "I'll teach you. We'll go in five days! I have a small horse farm at home, you can go there to learn. Call Shang Qingmei and the others, and we'll teach you together."

Xia Chu was tempted by the idea of horseback riding. The last time Zhao Huazhang took her for a ride, they were so close the entire time that she felt shy and embarrassed, not even getting to fully experience the ride. Thinking of Zhao Huazhang, she realized he hadn't been around since their last visit, having only sent someone to bring her scar removal medicine.

"Xia Chu?" Bai Wuxia called her, "Then let's go the day after tomorrow? I'll invite them along."

"Oh, okay." Xia Chu nodded.

"We agreed that I'll pick you up the day after tomorrow," Bai Wuxia said.

"okay."

Dong Xiaohuan was cooking when she heard this and exclaimed in surprise: "Learn horseback riding? Where can I learn it?"

"Bai Wuxia's family has a horse farm, and he said he would take me there to have some fun." Xia Chu explained.

"Are you just a few girls here?" Dong Xiaohuan was a little worried.

Xia Chu nodded, "Yes, Wuxia has learned martial arts since childhood, and they all know how to ride horses."

"You've never ridden one before. Is it dangerous? What if you fall... Pah, pah, pah," Dong Xiaohuan said, spitting several times and slapping herself on the mouth. "I'll be fine."

"Mom," Xia Chu held her hand, "If you're worried, I won't go."

"It's okay, it's okay," Dong Xiaohuan smiled a little embarrassedly, "You know, mom just loves to daydream, go ahead. It's so boring to be locked up at home all the time." She sighed, touching her daughter's hair with a loving look, "You're growing up so fast, I'm busy with the shop, and your dad doesn't have much time, so I didn't have time to take you out to play before you grew up. When you grow up, you have to get married, and after getting married, you won't be as happy as at home, and you can't do whatever you want. While you're still at home, go wherever you want to play, but you must pay attention to safety, understand?"

"Mother..." Who could have imagined that a woman who barely knew how to read would say such words? Xia Chu hugged her, moved. Although she hadn't considered marrying yet, if it weren't for the one she chose, she might have stayed home for the rest of her life. But her mother didn't know that her words came from the heart, the pity and love in them overflowing with words. They weren't even related by blood, yet they had loved each other for ten years. How could she be so lucky to have met such a good couple?

"You're an adult, yet you still act like a spoiled child." Dong Xiaohuan said this, but the smile on her face was gentle and loving, and even her hand stroking her daughter's hair seemed to be filled with love.

On the appointed day, Bai Wuxia estimated that everyone should have had breakfast by then. She then took her carriage and headed out, first visiting Mo Qingmei, who lived closest to her. Then she went to Lin Lang and Li Yun, whose families lived next door to hers.

Finally, they arrived at Wang's house. Xia Chu had packed up. Dong Xiaohuan had been waiting at the house. She had never met these people before, and today was the perfect time to meet them. She even changed into new clothes and took some time to style her hair, adding her usual unused hairpins and rings, making her look quite formal.

Bai Wuxia and the others were not planning to get off the car, but when they learned that Xia Chu's mother was also there, everyone got off the car and respectfully went over to greet her.

Several beautiful and polite girls saluted her at the same time, making Dong Xiaohuan a little overwhelmed. "Too many gifts, thank you for taking care of my Xia Chu."

After a few pleasantries, Dong Xiaohuan watched Xia Chu get into the carriage, along with Da'an and Xiao'an. Bai Wuxia had specially used the largest carriage in the family just to accommodate them.

Places like horse ranches and hunting grounds require large areas and are mostly located in the suburbs. Bai Wuxia called it a small horse ranch, but there were dozens of horses inside, so it didn't look small at all.

"This horse is twelve years old. Although old, it has a gentle and stable temperament, making it perfect for a novice to ride." Bai Wuxia, who probably came here often, knew the horses well. She introduced them to each horse and selected a suitable one for each of them.

Mo Qingmei often comes here. She has a horse that she is familiar with, so she just goes and leads it out when she comes.

As soon as they arrived, Bai Wuxia asked someone to take Da'an and Xiao'an out to play. After all, they were hunting dogs, and they were afraid that they would scare the timid horses.

Walking to a spot, Bai Wuxia pointed to a herd of horses grazing in the distance. "Those horses over there belong to my family. They don't need to be tied up; they'll go back on their own. My horses are over there too." She cupped her hands to her lips and blew a resounding whistle. The moment the whistle sounded, a white horse suddenly rushed over from the herd, its smooth mane fluttering in the wind, its limbs well-muscled and well-proportioned. It was obvious at first glance that it was a fine horse.

"This is Wushuang, my horse. My father specially picked it for me. There isn't a single stray hair on its body. Isn't it beautiful?" Bai Wuxia felt itchy from being rubbed by Wushuang, and she couldn't help laughing. "Okay, okay, it's so itchy, hahahaha..."

"It's so beautiful." Xia Chu exclaimed sincerely.

Bai Wuxia showed a proud look on his face, and then said seriously: "I will teach you how to ride a horse first, and then take you for a run."

"With one hand, shorten the reins and hold them tightly. With the other hand, grab the saddle and step on the stirrup to climb up. I'll help you hold the horse, don't be afraid." Bai Wuxia led her step by step. This step was not difficult for Xia Chu. She just had to control the fear in her heart.

It is impossible for a horse to stay still. Even if it doesn't walk away, it will still stamp its hooves.

Xia Chu was extremely nervous, even more so before she even climbed onto the horse. But Bai Wuxia quickly caught up, corrected her posture, and gave her tips. "Relax, keep your feet in the stirrups, and don't tense your legs. Keep your shoulders and heels in a straight line. Relax. Zaozao is very well behaved and won't fall on you. Now, gently shake the reins and lift the horse's belly, gently... yes, it's moving, just like that, follow its movement. Don't tense up, or it will be uncomfortable tomorrow. Okay... walk slowly, just like that..."