After being reborn, her aloof ex-husband and her crazy deceased husband got into a fight.

Half a day after the "Flying Waterfall" gathering, the sun began to set, and people started to descend the mountain one after another.

Nanshan has ten scenic spots. If we arrange them from low to high according to their location in the mountain, 'Flying Waterfall' is ranked fourth, just past the halfway point of the mountain.

To see the remaining six scenic spots, you need to continue climbing. The last of the ten scenic spots is called "Cloud and Mist Peak," located at the summit of Nanshan Mountain, and is the most magnificent place in Nanshan.

However, Madam Qian's purpose in organizing this autumn outing was not to climb mountains and enjoy the scenery, so she chose the "Flying Waterfall" viewing platform halfway up the mountain as the venue for the gathering.

Most of those invited were young people, and many were students from the academy, who were physically fit and had even more energy. If they stopped halfway up the mountain, they would inevitably feel that they hadn't had enough fun.

So, many people agreed to continue upwards.

"The Wu siblings and several students from Qinchuan Academy all plan to continue their journey up the mountain."

Zhu Xiaoxiao walked back with Huan'er.

Gan Cai'er looked up at the sky.

"It gets dark early in the mountains. If we go up now, we might not make it back down in time."

"They're not going down the mountain today; they said they'll stay overnight at Nanshan Temple and then head to Yunwuding to watch the sunrise tomorrow morning."

"Okay, let's go together."

Gan Cai'er stood up abruptly and was about to leave.

"A-Cai," Zhu Xiaoxiao said helplessly, pulling her back. "What exactly are you trying to do? Why are you fixated on the Wu family?"

For a moment, Gan Cai'er didn't know what to say.

The idea of ​​someone coming back from the dead is too fantastical and superstitious; even if she were willing to tell the truth, Zhu Xiaoxiao might not believe it.

This opportunity to get close to Wu Xin is quite rare for Gan Cai'er.

The difference between Wu Xin and her was like heaven and earth. One was the daughter of a prefectural general, and the other was a woman from the countryside. Once they left Nanshan and returned to Danzhou Prefecture, it wouldn't be easy for them to cross paths again.

Therefore, Gan Cai'er would definitely not let this opportunity slip by.

"Getting to know Wu Xin and getting close to her is very important to me. Xiao Xiao, you can trust me."

Gan Cai'er didn't want to lie to her best friend. So, she held Zhu Xiaoxiao's hand tightly, staring intently at her with sincere and earnest eyes.

Zhu Xiaoxiao withdrew her hand and sighed.

"Then I'll go alone. I got along quite well with her just now."

“You are now known as the cousin of the Lan family, Xie. If she exposes this in the future, it might not be appropriate.”

After saying that, Zhu Xiaoxiao took Huan'er and walked towards Wu Xin's place.

As for why Gan Cai'er wanted to investigate Wu Xin, and what she wanted to investigate, Zhu Xiaoxiao didn't ask any further questions.

If Gan Cai'er needs her help, she will help.

"Xiao Xiao, you're so smart and thoughtful!" Gan Cai'er smiled brightly, not holding back her flattery.

"Then I'll follow behind you. If anything happens, just have Huan'er come find me."

Zhu Xiaoxiao ignored her, leaving her with only an elegant and proud back view.

"Miss, are we really going to stay overnight in the mountains?" Xiao Hong asked.

Gan Cai'er nodded.

"What should we say to the son-in-law?"

Gan Cai'er was stunned. She had really forgotten about that!

Lan Tingzhou was always self-disciplined, followed rules and regulations, and was the most rigid person in the world. Even a fool would know that he would not agree to let someone stay overnight without a reason.

If Lan Tingzhou doesn't agree, then it's unlikely that she and Zhu Xiaoxiao, two young women, will be able to stay and continue climbing the mountain.

Sure enough, as soon as Xiao Hong went to deliver the message, Lan Tingzhou came over with her.

"Do you want to continue up the mountain?" Lan Tingzhou asked.

His handsome eyebrows were noticeably furrowed.

“Yes, it’s a rare opportunity to come here, so I wanted to see the sunrise,” Gan Cai’er replied.

"There are many people coming up the mountain today. If you want to see the sunrise, we can come back alone next time."

As expected, they disagreed!

Gan Cai'er pouted.

In fact, Lan Tingzhou's reason for refusing was completely different from what Gan Cai'er had guessed.

Gan Cai'er is dressed as a young girl today, which makes her look particularly charming and lovely. In particular, her unique dress makes her stand out among the group of women.

Along the way, Lan Tingzhou was very annoyed by the covetous gazes that kept falling on her.

How could he allow Gan Cai'er to stay here any longer?

“Xiao Xiao wants to go up the mountain, I can’t just leave her here alone.” Gan Cai’er straightened her back and unhesitatingly shifted the blame to Zhu Xiao Xiao.

Lan Tingzhou looked at her, his gaze indifferent.

The two have known each other since childhood, so he's not completely unaware of which of Gan Cai'er's words are true and which are lies.

Seeing that Lan Tingzhou didn't believe her, Gan Cai'er quickly raised her hand and pointed.

"Really, just look. Xiao Xiao and Young Master Huang hit it off immediately and chatted very congenially."

"It's rare to meet someone she likes, so we should always try to create opportunities for her."

"You hit it off immediately and got along very well?" Lan Tingzhou looked at Gan Cai'er with a half-smile.

"Mmm." Gan Cai'er nodded vigorously, enduring Lan Tingzhou's cool gaze.

Lan Tingzhou took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and walked away.

"Does this mean the son-in-law has agreed?" Xiao Hong asked cautiously.

"probably?"

Even Gan Cai'er wasn't sure.

However, Lan Tingzhou's last glance before leaving seemed to indicate he was holding his breath? That most likely meant he agreed.

Sure enough, not long after, Mo Yan came over to tell them that the young master had made an appointment with some friends to continue climbing the mountain, and that they should also get ready.

Gan Cai'er patted her dress, stood up happily, and said loudly, "Okay!"

There were quite a few people continuing up the mountain, about fifteen or sixteen in total, but only a few women: Gan Cai'er, Zhu Xiaoxiao, Wu Xin, Liu Chanying, and Qian Xiuying, the third daughter of the Qian family, making a total of five.

Gan Cai'er did not want to meet Wu Xin directly, so she used the excuse of feeling unwell in her foot to stay far behind the others.

"Hey, the bookworm is here too?" Xiao Hong suddenly exclaimed.

Gan Cai'er followed Xiao Hong's gaze and immediately spotted Wei Shi'an.

He carried a large book box on his back, making him stand out among the crowd of tourists.

“He’s obsessed with painting, and the sunrise over Nanshan is a rare and beautiful sight, so it’s perfectly normal for him to want to go see it,” Gan Cai’er said.

Xiao Hong shook her head.

"I think he's a bit off. Look, why doesn't he walk properly and instead keeps trying to squeeze past Young Master Huang?"

Upon hearing this, Gan Cai'er focused her gaze intently. And upon closer inspection, she did indeed discern something unusual.

Wei Shi'an walked to Huang Tinghai's left rear. His book box kept bumping into Huang Tinghai intentionally or unintentionally, causing Huang Tinghai to change positions several times. In the end, he had to quicken his pace and increase the distance between them.

Wu Xin and Zhu Xiaoxiao were one step behind Wei Shi'an.

With a soft "pfft," Gan Cai'er covered her mouth and laughed. Perhaps this bookworm wasn't really a bookworm after all.

Before nightfall, the group arrived at Nanshan Temple and settled in.

Nanshan Temple is named after Nanshan Mountain. It is built deep in the mountains, and the temple is surrounded by towering trees with lush foliage, making it seem like a pure land away from the world.

Although the South Temple is not large, it is very popular and is said to be very effective for those who pray for children or marriage.

"Wu Xin has probably taken a liking to your Lan Tingzhou. She's been asking about him the whole way here."

Zhu Xiaoxiao sat cross-legged on the couch in Gan Cai'er's room, cracking melon seeds as she reported.

"However, as a daughter of an official, there's no way she would become a concubine. What's the point of all this effort?" Zhu Xiaoxiao couldn't understand.

"Isn't there also the concept of 'equal wives'?" Gan Cai'er thought of the county magistrate's wife from her previous life.

"That's impossible." Zhu Xiaoxiao shook her head.

"She is the legitimate daughter of the Wu family, and her father is a fourth-rank general in the imperial court. How could she possibly marry a commoner as a concubine? No matter how talented or handsome Lan Tingzhou is, it is impossible."

The words Ding Peilan had spoken in her past life suddenly flashed through her mind, and Gan Cai'er lowered her voice.

"What if he divorces his wife and remarries?"

Zhu Xiaoxiao paused in her act of cracking sunflower seeds.

"No, your Lan Tingzhou isn't that kind of person."

Zhu Xiaoxiao denied it without hesitation.

Yes, Lan Tingzhou would never do such a thing. Those who know Lan Tingzhou know that he is a gentleman and would never do anything that betrays his word.

Therefore, in their previous lives, neither Princess Pingyao nor Shangguan Qi wanted Lan Tingzhou to take the initiative to "divorce his wife and remarry," but rather to be forced to "divorce his wife and remarry," or even to "remarry after losing his wife."

It seems that "man-eating flowers" can be found everywhere, just with varying degrees of sophistication.

Zhu Xiaoxiao seemed to have thought of something as well. She put down the melon seeds in her hand and took Gan Cai'er's hand.

“Ah Cai, the Gan family has no roots in Danzhou anyway. Instead of developing your career in Danzhou, you might as well try your luck in the capital. If Lan Tingzhou passes the provincial examination, you should go to the capital as soon as possible.”

Zhu Xiaoxiao thought that Kyoto was a city rich in resources and talent. Perhaps there, the Lanting Boat wouldn't attract too much attention and thus avoid being coveted by various parties.

Gan Cai'er smiled, just about to comfort Zhu Xiaoxiao.

Suddenly, they heard voices coming from the courtyard outside.

"Miss, it's getting dark. I'd better take a lamp before I go." Gan Cai'er recognized the voice; it was Qin Yin, Wu Xin's maid.

"The moonlight is just right tonight; carrying a lantern would only spoil the view. But you can stroll around the temple at your leisure without being so careful."

"Yes, then this servant will do as Miss says."

As the sound faded into the distance, it seemed that Wu Xin and her servant had already left the courtyard.

Zhu Xiaoxiao and Gan Cai'er exchanged a glance.

"How about we go admire the moon too?" Zhu Xiaoxiao raised an eyebrow and said.

“Okay.” Gan Cai’er agreed immediately.