Space Food Storage: Daily Travel

The mother and daughter got up at noon, having chatted too late last night. After getting dressed and opening the door, they found that Grandma Qin had already cooked breakfast.

"Aunt Qin, we will make breakfast from now on. You should rest more as you are older."

"What are you talking about, young lady? From now on, I will naturally take care of you and the young lady. You have suffered a lot over the years..."

"Aunt Qin, why are you calling yourself... From now on, just call me Yan Xi."

"Oh, look at my mouth. Aunt Qin will remember this."

"Grandma Qin, you praised my cooking last night. I'll cook for you next time."

"Thank you, young lady."

"Grandma Qin, just call me Xiaohan like my mother does."

"Hey, it's time for breakfast. I made the millet and egg porridge that Xiao... Yan Xi likes, and I also made some egg pancakes. Tell Grandma Qin what Xiao Han likes to eat later."

"Okay, Grandma Qin, tell me what you like to eat. I can cook it for you. Let's have breakfast."

After breakfast, Liu Yuhan went to the clinic to ask for leave from his master.

Because Grandma Qin lived in the Huo Mansion, she did not send out invitations in advance, but went directly to the front door to inform the servant to make the announcement.

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Huo Dong's yard.

The period before and after the New Year is the busiest time for Huo Dong.

At this time of year, Japanese pirates often took advantage of the cold weather and lack of supplies to attack them.

Huo Dong didn't want his elderly grandfather to suffer too much, so he and his two lieutenants were busy dealing with the situation and had no time to go home. Things had stabilized a bit recently, and he only rushed back yesterday.

As soon as I returned home, I heard Huo Er and Aunt Fu say that Grandma Qin had found her little master, Liu Zhiyuan's youngest daughter Liu Yanxi who had been missing for 16 years!

What surprised him the most was that Liu was actually her, she was actually the mother of that little girl!

Back when my grandmother was still in the Shiliu Mansion, before the family was confiscated and she was exiled, she often contacted the Liu Mansion and even threatened that if there were any boys or girls of marriageable age in their father's generation, they would definitely be engaged.

In the end, the matter was dropped because his father's age was quite different from that of the little girl from Liu Zhiyuan's family.

The father overcame all difficulties and persuaded his mother to choose the girl he liked. His mother was the best mother in the world. She was gentle and firm, and was the daughter of a warrior.

My father and mother shared the same hatred for the enemy, supported each other, and had a very good relationship.

After many twists and turns, he didn't expect that in their generation, he would accidentally meet the little girl Liu Han in advance.

Liu Shi already knew where her parents were exiled and would definitely come to the mansion to inquire. Huo Dong got up early in the morning and told his grandfather in advance that if Liu Shi wanted to secretly visit her parents, he could arrange for some people to accompany her.

Haiyu Island is about a hundred miles from Changle County, and 60 nautical miles from the port. From Changle County, a horse-drawn carriage and boat can reach the island in about two to three hours without stopping, assuming the voyage is smooth.

Huo Dong had been there twice. Once he went to Qihai Fishing Island with the prefect Huo Jinhai, and once he went with his father in disguise to visit the Liu family.

Liu Yuhan and the other three followed Aunt Fu, who came out of the house to greet them, through the winding corridor and into the main hall in the inner courtyard.

This general's mansion is really huge! It is the largest and most luxurious mansion Liu Yuhan has seen since he traveled through time.

The gate of the mansion is towering into the clouds, and two huge stone lions stand solemnly on both sides of the gate, looking majestic and extraordinary.

The plaque with the words "Huo Mansion" written in gold on a black background is solemn and dignified.

Entering the palace, one is greeted by red bricks, green tiles, and bluestone slabs. The long corridor, a spacious and tranquil one, is lined with a variety of flowers, plants, and trees. The top of the corridor is supported by several huge stone pillars, each painted with gorgeous colors.

On one side of the corridor is a row of quaint stone benches, which are cut from huge stones and carved with various animal and floral patterns.

You can also hear the pleasant singing of birds in the bushes nearby. This quaint corridor is gorgeous yet solemn, and it is a comfortable place.

At the end of the corridor was an ancient pavilion with several red lanterns hanging above it. Inside the pavilion were benches and long tables. Next to the pavilion was a medium-sized flower bed filled with a variety of flowers: pink peonies, delicate red crabapples, bright red roses, and majestic peonies...

After passing through the second door, you will arrive at the main hall.

In the main hall, the first thing you see is a large plaque with nine red-gold dragons on a green background. Inscribed on it are three large characters: "Rong Xi Tang." Atop a large carved purple table sits a three-foot-tall, green-green bronze tripod. On the floor, two rows of sixteen large red sandalwood chairs line the floor.

They are arranged in groups and sets in a symmetrical manner. Furniture, couplets, etc. are arranged symmetrically on both sides of the central axis, which is solemn, noble and very impressive.

The spatial layout and plane arrangement of formal ceremonial halls are strictly arranged symmetrically along the axis, and are regular and solemn.

Nanny Fu led the way calmly. Seeing the mother and daughter enter the house with relaxed eyes, calm expressions, and graceful manners, she couldn't help but admire them in her heart.

When Liu and Liu Yuhan entered the main hall, they saw an old man sitting in the main seat. His hair and beard were all white, and he looked vigorous. Though he wore a faint smile, his eyes, like those of a wolf, pierced with a fierce gaze, gleaming with determination and unwavering resolve. His facial features were strong and powerful, as majestic as mountains and rivers. This was General Huo.

Huo Dongli stood below him.

Liu and Liu Yuhan gave General Huo a junior salute. They clasped their hands together, left hand on top, palms facing inward, and leaned forward to push hands. They slowly raised their hands to their foreheads (slightly above their eyebrows), leaning forward about 60 degrees.

"Uncle Huo, I am Liu Zhiyuan's youngest daughter, Liu Yanxi. I am honored to have bothered you today. This is my eldest daughter, Liu Han."

"Junior Liu Han pays his respects to the old general."

"No need to be so polite. You are the youngest daughter of that fellow Liu. It has not been easy for you over the years... There is no need to be polite, young lady. Please take a seat."

"Huo Dong has met my aunt and Miss Xiaohan."

"Hello, Brother Huo Dong."

Liu nodded to Huo Dong and sat down to the right of the old general. Liu Yuhan sat next to Liu.

Huo Dong also sat down to the lower left of the old general.

The servants standing by the main hall hurried forward to serve the tea, then quietly withdrew and stood aside.

"You all go down. There's no need to come in without being invited." Huo Dong said to them.

"Grandma Qin, please sit down too."

"I'll be waiting outside the door." Grandma Qin bowed her head and retreated.

After a few pleasantries in the main hall, Liu went straight to the point and asked about her grandmother and parents.

The old general and Huo Dong told them everything they knew. They said that life on the island was desolate. Although there was no imperial supervision, they could not leave the island without an imperial decree, and life was mostly miserable.

Like the locals, the Liu family also learned to live on the island, fishing and hunting.

After listening to them, Liu suppressed her bitterness and asked how to get to the island. Knowing their situation, she naturally wanted to go find them.

"Don't worry, niece. Haiyu Island isn't very far away, and someone from the mansion visits them every year. This time, my eldest grandson can take you there. You just need to disguise yourself."

"Thank you, Uncle Huo, for taking care of my grandmother and others. If there is anything I can do for you in the future, please let me know and I will do my best to help!" Liu pulled Liu Yuhan to kneel down in front of the old general.

The old general signaled his eldest grandson to help them up.

"There's no need to elaborate on the relationship between our two families..."