Not following the expected path? Reborn and unexpectedly married to a demon.

Chu Luo's most important task right now is to protect Yuan Village.

Other matters can only be dealt with when she returns.

Before setting off, Chu Luo learned about it through her information channels.

The Regent's Palace no longer accepts tribute fruits.

Feng Zhe is indeed experiencing some health problems, but the extent of them is unknown.

She prepared several outfits that would be convenient for her to wear.

Quickly pack up the hidden weapons, poisons, and medicines.

They wanted to get to Shouyuan Village as soon as possible.

Not only could it save the children, but it might also yield some other information.

Xingzhu was worried, so she went with her.

She was, after all, quite skilled, and could protect Chu Luo at close range.

Chu Luo thought it was good that Xingzhu went, as he could keep an eye on her for the Jin family.

Since she was going out with a man, she didn't want things to be unclear later.

Chu Luo traveled light and simply, and when she saw Fei Zhiyou's large, luxurious carriage...

It made her instantly realize that what she had done was superfluous.

"There's no need for such formality, beautiful lady. Just treat it as a leisurely trip to enjoy the scenery."

"How long will it take to get to Shouyuan Village?"

Chu Luo was a little anxious, afraid that the children in her dream were really waiting for her to save their lives.

"Don't worry, this carriage, though luxurious, is quite fast."

"Besides, we'll only be traveling less than halfway by carriage; the rest will be by water."

Fei Zhiyou took some ice from the carriage, worried that Chu Luo might be too hot.

"Young Madam, the canal convoy's boats are not only safe but also fast. We will reach the Mian River even faster than that top scholar."

Xingzhu was filled with excitement, eager to go out and see the world.

The train was fully stocked with pastries and fruits, as well as books and paintings, making it seem like a complete room.

After Chu Luo sat down, Fei Zhiyou handed her a bag of pickled plums:

"Eating this will not only quench your thirst, but also prevent you from getting motion sickness, since you haven't traveled far much."

That's really well-prepared.

Although Chu Luo no longer gets carsick, she still loves sour foods, so she happily accepted the food and started eating.

She handed one to Xingzhu, who took one and put it in her mouth.

A moment later, Xingzhu's face contorted in pain.

She stuck her head out of the carriage, spat out the plums, and drank some water before feeling better.

"It's so sour, how can you eat this, young mistress?"

Xingzhu likes sweet things, but she can eat a little bit of sourness too.

But this one is so sour it's unbearable.

Watching how much her young mistress enjoyed her meal.

My teeth are almost sore from the sourness.

Fei Zhiyou laughed loudly, "It seems only a beauty can eat my plums. Qingniao, get Xingzhu some sugar from Yufangzhai."

Fei Zhiyou's attendant, Qingniao, quickly handed a bag of candy from outside the carriage.

Fei Zhiyou picked out a small one and fed it to Chu Luo.

Chu Luo ate it directly.

She doesn't like sweet things; she prefers Fei Zhiyou's plums.

Chu Luo asked Fei Zhiyou, "How did you know I like sour and not sweet?"

When he gave her the plums, he wasn't worried at all whether she would have the same reaction as Xingzhu.

"You forgot? When I was treating you before, I had several meals with you. How about that? I'm not only observant but also considerate, aren't I?"

Fei Zhiyou smiled smugly.

"Yes, the doctor is highly skilled and very considerate."

Chu Luo was not stingy with her words.

But she really couldn't remember eating anything sour during her recovery period.

Perhaps it's because the doctor is skilled and has his own way of making judgments.

Chu Luo didn't think much of it and didn't care about such a trivial matter.

As a result, Fei Zhiyou's lies went unnoticed.

Fei Zhiyou was very pleased. "What else?"

"Besides that, he's also very dashing."

"This beauty not only has good taste, but she also understands me very well."

Fei Zhiyou laughed so hard his face looked like a flower in bloom.

"Young master, please keep a low profile! Your laughter has startled the horse!"

The cheerful chirping of a bluebird came from outside the car.

We were filled with laughter and chatter all the way, and before we knew it, we had arrived at the ferry terminal.

The boat waiting for them was large and impressive, seemingly designed specifically for recreational purposes.

"Isn't this ship a bit too extravagant?"

Chu Luo asked, somewhat puzzled.

Fei Zhiyou led her onto the boat while introducing the ship to her:

"No, the boat that a beautiful woman sits on will naturally be more beautiful. The canal gang has plenty of boats. This is a small boat used because the river is narrow. The boats for seafaring are much bigger than this."

Chu Luo, who had just arrived on the ship, soon felt sleepy, and Xing Zhu helped her lie down.

"Young Master Fei, why is the young mistress so sleepy so soon after boarding the ship? Should we wake her?"

Xingzhu's voice came through.

"No, I deliberately put her to sleep. I gave her a sachet before she boarded the ship."

"It contains my special fragrance, which, combined with the plums she just ate, has a calming and sleep-inducing effect, making her less prone to seasickness while asleep."

Fei Zhiyou spoke very softly, afraid of waking Chu Luo.

He took Xingzhu out, and Chu Luo sighed, thinking how considerate he truly was.

When Chu Luo woke up, a whole night had passed.

It's a rare sunny and refreshing day.

Fei Zhiyou stood at the bow of the boat, looking at the beautiful scenery outside.

Hearing the sound, he turned around and beckoned Chu Luo to look at the scenery on the shore.

"My lady, look over there, there are two monkeys leaping and bounding around, following our ship."

Chu Luo looked in the direction Fei Zhiyou pointed, and sure enough, the two monkeys were following their boat the whole time.

Between the trees on both sides of the river, the calls of various birds always drift by, creating a refreshing and lively atmosphere.

Chu Luo particularly enjoyed this relaxing scenery.

Fei Zhiyou had steaming hot milk served with excellent honey.

He prepared a special blend of dried osmanthus flowers and gave it to Chu Luo to eat.

Chu Luo was constantly thinking about the children in her dream, and she was anxious, so she ate very quickly.

Fei Zhiyou noticed her impatience and, without saying a word, simply brought her a flute.

As the melodious sound of the flute began, Chu Luo's attention was gradually drawn to the music, and her mind slowly calmed down.

Seeing a guqin (a traditional Chinese stringed instrument) on a mahogany table next to her, she got up and went over.

In sync with Fei Zhiyou's flute playing, he began to play.

In the sounds of their zither and flute.

There is the verdant green of the mountains, the rustling of the forests, and the frolicking and running of animals.

There is also the colorfulness of light.

Joy follows the changing scenery; there's no need to force it.

The music of the qin and xiao possesses an unusual tacit harmony.

After the song ended, Fei Zhiyou exclaimed happily, "I've finally found a kindred spirit in music, like the high mountains and flowing water. Now I understand what that feels like!"

"I never expected that the beautiful lady would not only be so skilled at playing the zither, but also understand the sentiments I was expressing."

Chu Luo disagreed, saying, "We see the same scenery, so it seems normal that we can play a matching tune."

"My beauty, I'm growing to like you more and more."

Fei Zhiyou sat down and stared intently at Chu Luo.

"Young Master Fei, one should not covet a friend's wife. You cannot tease my young mistress like this while my young master is away."

Xingzhu, standing to the side, stood in a huff, blocking Chu Luo's way.

"Oh, Xingzhu's angry? My love for beauty is perfectly open and honest, why can't I say it? Besides, the beauty doesn't like me now, what are you afraid of?"

Fei Zhiyou's twisted words left Xingzhu speechless.

“It just won’t work.”

Xingzhu held back for a long time before finally saying those words.

Fei Zhiyou asked with a smile, "Why not? Does Xingzhu like your young mistress?"

"Naturally I like it"

"If you can like it, why can't I?"

Fei Zhiyou laughed heartily as he watched Xingzhu become speechless from his amusement.

"Young master, there's a boat behind us. It's been following us ever since you started playing the flute and zither."

A bluebird came to report.