The funny counterattack of traveling through time and space and becoming a vicious female supporting

Chapter 18: Secrets and Exploration

After their first morning at the Lu family's, Gu Yichen and Lu Ling'er had a simple yet heartwarming breakfast and sat at the stone table in the courtyard. Sunlight shone through the leaves, dappled onto them, and the air was filled with the fragrance of peach blossoms.

"How did you sleep last night?" Lu Linger asked with a chuckle, a hint of mischief in her eyes.

Gu Yichen nodded and smiled, "I slept very well. Your arrangements are so thoughtful. I feel like I'm being taken care of like a child."

Lu Linger's lips curled up slightly, and she said mischievously, "Of course! You are my honored guest. How can I expect you to be devoted to me if I don't take good care of you?"

Gu Yichen smiled lightly, but his eyes turned serious: "Ling'er, I still want to know more about you, especially your martial arts using the whip and the application of the 64 hexagrams in the I Ching. This is not something that ordinary people can master."

Lu Linger tilted her head and spread her hands with an innocent expression. "You can't blame me for this. After all, I started practicing martial arts at the age of three. I've learned a lot from watching and hearing it, so I'm sure I'll learn some unique things. But, you're not scared, are you?"

Gu Yichen shook his head slightly, his tone lamenting, "I'm not afraid, I'm just curious. What kind of family is your Lu family?"

Lu Linger smiled mysteriously. "Well, you'll find out later. But for now, why don't we plan our training for the next few days? Since you're so interested, I'll practice with you every morning and show you just how special I am."

Gu Yichen felt warm in his heart and nodded: "By the way, when I took off my boots yesterday, I found a jade pendant hidden in my boots. It seems that there are some clues to find out my life experience. After all, I can't always rely on you."

Lu Linger blinked and pretended to be sad: "Oh, you are leaving me so soon, you are such an ungrateful guy, what will happen to me, your beautiful, intelligent and popular cheap wife?"

Gu Yichen couldn't help but laugh: "Your words make me feel bad. However, we do need to find more clues. The jade pendant may be the key."

"That's right!" Lu Linger raised her hand, pretending to wipe away non-existent tears with the back of her hand, a smile returning to her face. "It seems we'll have to spend the next few days solving this mystery. Since you rely on me so much, I'll do my best to help you."

The two smiled at each other, and the atmosphere was relaxed and happy.

The next morning at noon, Lu Linger brought Gu Yichen, Dabai and Dahui, as well as two large bags, one for Lu Linger, one for Gu Yichen, and another for Dahui. Gu Yichen didn't know what was in the bag and didn't ask, but just asked Lu Linger to give him the bag as well. Lu Linger told him not to carry too much weight, as he had just recovered a little and didn't want to overexert himself. They left Taohua Village through the bamboo forest in the backyard, and after walking for three hours, they collapsed to the ground and sat down on a stone at the entrance of an ancient forest. It was hidden and quiet there, perfect for thinking and research. She took out a small box from the bag she was carrying and handed it to Gu Yichen: "This is the clue I found in the ancient books last night based on the totem embroidered on your bloodstained inner garment. I said I had seen that totem, and fortunately I found it in the ancient books last night. Maybe this can also help you find some clues about the jade pendant."

Gu Yichen took the box and looked at her gratefully: "Thank you, Ling'er. I didn't expect you to do so much for me."

Lu Linger pursed her lips and smiled, putting on a mysterious look. "That's nothing. If you find any clues next time, you must tell me. After all, I am your most loyal 'cheap wife', and I will follow up on your progress at any time!"

Gu Yichen felt a surge of warmth in his heart and nodded with a smile: "Of course."

Gu Yichen opened the box, revealing an ancient map and several small stones. Several hidden locations were marked on the map.

"This is part of the clue that may lead us to these places." Lu Linger said, "We can use these clues to find the truth about your life experience."

Gu Yichen studied the map carefully, a glimmer of hope in his eyes: "It seems that our adventure has just begun."

Lu Linger nodded and chuckled, "Indeed, our adventure has just begun. There will be more challenges in the future, but I believe we will be able to find the answers."

As the ancient forest breeze gently caressed them, the two men gazed resolutely at the map, their hearts filled with anticipation and determination for the future. Their journey of exploration had just begun, and their collaboration and tacit understanding would be the source of their strength to meet all the challenges ahead.