Pei Yan's brows furrowed instantly, he snatched the personal terminal, and stared intently at the screen, quickly scanning the photos.

He snorted coldly, "Old man, you're quick on your feet!"

Immediately afterwards, he turned around abruptly and sternly ordered the servants in the study: "Immediately notify all the elders of the family to hold an emergency meeting in half an hour."

After saying that, he strode towards the study door, his boots slamming heavily on the floor with a dull thud.

Shen Chumo hid behind the bookshelf, not daring to breathe loudly, staring intently at Pei Yan's back until his figure disappeared through the door and his footsteps faded into the distance, before she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Her legs were trembling slightly from being tense for so long, and her back was soaked with sweat, sticking to her clothes and feeling cool.

Shen Chumo didn't dare to delay. She forced her weak legs to support her and quickly ran to the door.

She carefully opened the door, peeked out and looked around to make sure no one was in the hallway before tiptoeing out.

Finally, she arrived at the room where the holographic capsule was located.

Then, she stretched and walked out of the room, pretending to have just logged off from the virtual world.

The passing servant smiled and nodded when she saw Shen Chumo. "Miss Shen, you're out. The kitchen just made milk bread according to your recipe, and everyone who tried it said it tasted great. They even asked me to thank you."

Shen Chumo was slightly taken aback when she heard this, but then she realized what she meant and smiled appropriately. "I'm glad you like it. Actually, it's not difficult to make. As long as everyone enjoys it, that's all that matters."

The beastman scratched his head, a simple smile spreading across his face. "I've never eaten such delicious bread before. I never knew flour could be made into something like this."

Shen Chumo chuckled softly, "If you want to eat it again in the future, just ask the kitchen to make it again."

The two chatted for a few more minutes before the beast servant took his leave.

Shen Chumo checked the time, returned to her room, then walked to the window, gazing at the garden outside, lost in thought.

She thought of the information she had just looked at, the mysterious power possessed by the Spirit Lake, and perhaps that was the key to breaking the deadlock.

However, this is easier said than done.

The area around the Spirit Lake is undoubtedly heavily guarded, with various forces eyeing it covetously. To approach and seize its power would be like pulling teeth from a tiger's mouth. But Shen Chumo had no other choice. She clenched her fists, her eyes gradually hardening.

Just then, a gentle breeze blew by, softly stirring the curtains and bringing a touch of coolness.

Shen Chumo took a deep breath, returned to the table, and turned on the personal terminal again to carefully study the information about the Spirit Lake, trying to find a feasible clue...

As night fell, Pei Yan returned to the villa, exhausted, after a long and intense family meeting. He sat on the sofa, loosened his tie, and his mind was still replaying the events of the day's meeting, which made him feel agitated.

When the servants saw Pei Yan return, they quickly served him some food that had been kept warm.

Pei Yan glanced at it casually, but had no appetite. He waved his hand to signal the beast servants to leave.

At this moment, Shen Chumo slowly walked down from upstairs, like an elf emerging from the night.

The warm yellow light poured down, outlining a hazy halo around her, which further accentuated her graceful figure.

Her hair, as smooth as black silk, fell over her shoulders, with a few wisps of hair playfully framing her fair cheeks, adding to her charming and delicate beauty.

A simple light blue dress fit her figure perfectly, and the hem swayed gently with her steps, like flowing water.

Under the light, her skin was as white as snow, with a faint pink tinge, like a peach blossom in full bloom in spring, delicate and beautiful.

Her eyes, like twinkling stars in the night sky, were bright and deep, holding endless stories and secrets. A slight upturn at the corners of her mouth carried a perfectly timed smile, seemingly there yet easily captivating.

Pei Yan's originally troubled mood was inexplicably relieved the moment he saw Shen Chumo.

He sat up slightly, his gaze unconsciously drawn to her. As Shen Chumo approached, Pei Yan asked softly, "It's so late, why aren't you resting yet?"

Shen Chumo sat on the sofa next to Pei Yan.

"Pei Yan, there are some things I want to tell you."

Her voice was soft, making Pei Yan feel as if he were in a quiet moonlit night, and the fatigue and worries around him were soothed by her gentle tone.

Pei Yan turned slightly to the side, his gaze falling on Shen Chumo's face, his eyes full of inquiry and concern. "What is it? Tell me."

"I want to go out tomorrow. Although life here in this house is peaceful, I always feel suffocated. I want to go outside for some fresh air and see the world."

Pei Yan's brows furrowed instantly, and his expression became serious.

His fingers tapped lightly on the sofa armrest. After a moment of contemplation, he said, "You don't know, the situation has been complicated lately. Various forces are stirring up trouble, and there are dangers everywhere outside. I really can't rest easy letting you go out alone."

Pei Yan's tone was firm, leaving no room for negotiation.

“What if I insist on going out? Pei Yan, I understand the danger you mentioned, but I have to go out. In this villa, I feel like a bird trapped in a cage. I’ve had enough of this feeling of being trapped for so many days.”

He opened his mouth, wanting to retort, but Shen Chumo spoke first: "I know you're worried about my safety, but I'm not a weak woman who can't even kill a chicken. I believe you understand that too."

“Besides,” Shen Chumo paused, “you can’t keep me trapped here forever. Herren asked you to take care of me, but I also have my freedom.”

Pei Yan was stunned when he heard Shen Chumo say such heartless words, and then he was so angry that he laughed out loud.

What a heartless bastard! He's been taking such good care of her these past few days. What hasn't he given her what she wanted?

Now he acts as if he's imprisoning her.

Pei Yan crossed his arms over his chest, his eyes turning cold.

"Freedom? Do you know what's going on out there? Helen entrusted you to me. If anything happens to you, how can I explain it to him?"

"Shen Chumo, you need to understand that the He family has been looking for you. Once you step out of this door, you may face countless unknown dangers. Have you really thought this through?"

Shen Chumo did not back down, meeting Pei Yan's icy gaze with a clear and firm voice: "Pei Yan, of course I know it's dangerous outside. I've only been out for a day. Don't tell me I have the ability to protect myself."

Besides, your Pei family is so powerful and wealthy, surely you can protect even a mere human like me?

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