What to do if you receive the wrong package?

The next day, after much anticipation from Gu Yan, finally arrived.

Gu Yan looked at her pale face in the bronze mirror, which was pale from not sleeping well all night. Dressed in a simple plain dress, she looked rather delicate and frail.

"Wow, you're quite well prepared. You look like you're plagued by bad luck and desperately need Buddha's blessing." Zhou Yuran looked you up and down and gave an affirmative assessment.

"Of course. My persona today is that of a pitiful, innocent girl from a poor family. You should all take note."

"Yes, yes, I suggest you speak less. Whose little white lotus speaks with such a strong voice?"

Gu Yanqian snorted and quickly called out Bai Hongsheng, then carefully bowed her head again and instructed, "Shengsheng, do you still remember what your second sister told you yesterday?"

"I remember!" Bai Hongsheng was particularly excited at the thought of going to Mengci Nunnery with his second sister to find Sister Xiaohong today.

"Okay, remember that if you really see Sister Xiaohong, don't shout, just keep drawing circles in my palm."

"Yes, Second Sister, don't worry. I've remembered everything, I won't make any mistakes."

“We’re so great, let’s go to the door and wait for the carriage.”

Hearing Gu Yan's words, Zhou Yuran looked up and asked, "Aren't you going to eat breakfast before you leave?"

"I'm not eating anymore. When playing a role, you have to fully immerse yourself in it. Let's go."

"Should we walk you home?" Zhou Yueran called out, watching Gu Yan's retreating figure.

"No need, I'll be back in a bit."

Gu Yan and Bai Hongsheng had just stepped out of the house when they bumped into Jiang Si at the door.

"A-Si? What are you doing here?"

Could it be that he came here specifically to deliver it to her? Thinking this, Gu Yan was overjoyed.

Jiang Si hummed in agreement, then frowned slightly as he looked at Gu Yan's pale face. He asked with concern, "Why do you look so pale? Are you worried about today's itinerary? Would you like me to come with you?"

"It's nothing, I was just too excited last night and didn't sleep well." Gu Yan stuck out his tongue sheepishly and quickly waved his hand.

"You!" Jiang Si shook his head helplessly and carefully instructed, "Be careful on the road, don't be impulsive."

After saying that, he bent down and patted Bai Hongsheng's shoulder: "Shengsheng, as a man, you have to protect your second sister, you know?"

"Yes, yes! Don't worry, Brother Jiang Si, I definitely will."

Hearing the conversation between the older and younger man, Gu Yan was deeply moved. She gave Jiang Si a sweet smile and then saw the older coachman slowly approaching in a delicate little carriage. Along the tracks, besides the old coachman, there was also a simply dressed young maid waving at her.

"Miss Bai, Uncle De and I were sent by His Highness to protect you. My name is Shanshan, and I am your maid." The young girl jumped off the carriage nimbly and quickly explained to Gu Yan.

Gu Yan looked at the exquisite and luxurious carriage, then at Shan Shan.

It seems to contradict the persona I envisioned.

"Second Sister..." Bai Hongsheng was also shocked by the carriage before him. He tugged at Gu Yan's sleeve and asked in confusion, "Second Sister, aren't we short of money? How come..."

"It's alright, I'll create a new identity for you later. Such a nice carriage shouldn't be wasted, of course you should ride in it." After greeting Jiang Si, Gu Yan watched as Jiang Si thoughtfully helped Bai Hongsheng into the carriage, and then she climbed in herself.

The maid Shanshan followed last into the carriage. "Miss, His Highness has prepared your identities. You and the young master are the young lady and young master of the Bai family cloth shop. This trip to Mengci Nunnery is to pray for the ailing Bai mother."

Gu Yan nodded quickly and then explained to Bai Hongsheng in a low voice.

It must be said that His Highness the King of Chu is truly considerate, arranging everything in meticulous detail.

The carriage carrying the group moved slowly forward, and soon they arrived at Ciyun Temple.

Ciyun Temple was somewhat remote and there weren't many tourists. Gu Yan led Bai Hongsheng straight to the main hall to offer incense and pray for blessings before taking Bai Hongsheng on a short tour.

Ciyun Nunnery is not large. Except for the innermost courtyard which is closed to visitors, there are not many tourists in other areas. Gu Yan did not dare to stay for too long and soon finished touring the entire Mengci Nunnery.

Unfortunately, Gu Yan did not sense Bai Hongsheng's signal, which meant he did not see Xiao Hong.

Not only did they not see the little girl, but they also only saw three or four nuns in the temple. These nuns looked very young, but they all had their eyes downcast and were sweeping fallen leaves in the courtyard or kneeling in the main hall, quietly chanting Buddhist scriptures.

Having found nothing on this trip, Gu Yan had no choice but to take Bai Hongsheng back home.

After returning to the manor, Gu Yan first went to find Jiang Si to ensure his safety, but after searching around, he couldn't find Jiang Si anywhere. In the end, he had to ask Shen Mujin to find out that Jiang Si had gone out with Xuan Yi.

Zhou Yuran leaned against a pillar in the corridor with her arms crossed, watching Gu Yan return in less than an hour, and laughed, "You came back way too fast!"

Gu Yan shrugged helplessly, "I didn't want to either. Mengci Nunnery isn't very big, and I came back after looking around and not finding anyone."

"Have you noticed anything else?" Shen Mujin poured a cup of hot tea and handed it to Gu Yan.

Gu Yan quickly took the tea, took a small sip, and instantly felt warm all over his body.

"There weren't many tourists at Mengci Nunnery, and even the nuns were scarce. Moreover, they were all expressionless, like wooden puppets. As for anything else, I didn't find anything else."

Zhou Yuran straightened up, rubbing her hands together eagerly, "What you said makes me want to investigate tomorrow."

"Calm down, hot-blooded girl." Hua Yin placed her hands on Zhou Yuran's shoulders. "Why do I feel like you're possessed by Qi Qi?"

"She wasn't possessed by the spirit of Qiqi; she just wanted to join in the fun," Shen Mujin retorted mercilessly.

Three days later, Zhou Yuran watched with envy as Shen Mujin led Lin Mu'an into the carriage bound for Mengci Nunnery.

Clinging reluctantly to the car window, she asked Shen Mujin inside, "Mumu, are you really not going to consider switching with me?"

"No consideration, no change." Shen Mujin shook her head, lowered the carriage curtain, and ignored Zhou Yuran.

Gu Yan and Hua Yin, who had been watching the commotion, burst into laughter without holding back. The two of them pulled Zhou Yuran back from the carriage and watched it drive away into the distance.

"Hahaha, Yueya, I told you Mumu wouldn't trade with you, but you wouldn't believe me. You're not getting out this time, are you? You lost, so give me the money." Gu Yan held Zhou Yuran's arm with one hand and stretched out the other in front of her.

"Yes, yes, yes, take the money, take the money!" Hua Yin immediately followed suit, extending her right hand.

Zhou Yuran pouted, looking at Gu Yan and Hua Yin's smug faces. Just as she was plotting how to renege on her debt, she saw Duan Chenke walk out of the door with Jian Yuheng. She immediately greeted them with a smile.

"Oh, Your Highness, where are you all headed?"

"Let's go to Shaolin Temple with the young master."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yuran's previously dim eyes immediately regained their brightness.

"Your Highness, Your Highness, can I go with you? I promise I'll behave myself the whole way and won't cause any trouble!"

Duan Chenke looked at Zhou Yuran with her hands clasped together and a pleading expression. Considering that the trip was not dangerous, he nodded in agreement.

"Yes! Thank you, Your Highness!"

Zhou Yuran immediately became lively, and even smugly stretched out her hand to Gu Yan and Hua Yin.

"Hahaha, you didn't expect I could go out like this, did you? But then the situation turned out completely, hurry up and give me the money!"

"Money? What money! Hurry up and follow His Highness, or he might not take you out later." Gu Yan forcibly changed the subject for Zhou Yuran.

Jian Yuheng glanced at Hua Yin, who was watching the show with a smile on her face, and after thinking for a moment, walked over and asked in a low voice, "Do you want to come with us?"

"Huh? What?" Hua Yin didn't react for a moment and looked at Jian Yuheng blankly.

"The young master asked if you wanted to go with him~" Gu Yan said in a high-pitched, affected voice as he stood to the side.

"Go away, go away, speak properly." Hua Yin was a little embarrassed by Gu Yan's words, so she could only bluff at him.

"Alright, I know you went with the young master, no need to say it so many times." Gu Yan smiled and covered his mouth, forcibly twisting Hua Yin's answer, even taking a few steps back tactically to avoid being hit while speaking.

Jian Yuheng looked at Hua Yin, whose face was slightly flushed, and smiled slightly. Seemingly afraid that Hua Yin would feel embarrassed, he took the initiative to ask on her behalf, "Since that's the case, and only Miss Bai is left in the manor, why doesn't Miss Bai come with us?"

"Me?" Gu Yan shook his head, declining Jian Yuheng's invitation.

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness, but I will stay in the manor and will not go with you all."

“Yes, after all, Young Master Jiang is back today. If we call Ayan away and she can’t see Young Master Jiang whom she misses day and night, it would be a huge sin!” Hua Yin successfully turned the tables and grinned at Gu Yan.

"Alright, then Ah Yan, you stay home and be good. We're leaving now." Although Zhou Yuran was amused by Gu Yan and Hua Yin's conversation, she was focused on the Shaolin Temple. She quickly ran to Hua Yin's side, waved to Gu Yan, and pulled Hua Yin away.

After seeing the group off, Gu Yan turned and returned to the Prince's mansion. However, before entering, she specifically instructed the guards at the gate to inform her immediately if anyone returned.

With everyone gone, the entire Prince's mansion was unusually quiet. Gu Yan strolled over to find Bai Hongsheng and discovered that the little boy was actually learning martial arts from Su Xinian. Gu Yan didn't disturb him, but simply stood aside and watched for a while before leaving.

Gu Yan was a little bored. She leaned against the railing, watching the red koi swimming freely in the pond, and every now and then she would look up in the direction of the gate, as if she was expecting something.

Suddenly, Gu Yan heard a conversation coming from the gate. He immediately looked up and found that the person entering the mansion was Yu Bai.

"Miss Bai."

"Captain Yu."

Gu Yan smiled at Yu Bai and greeted him politely.

Seeing the undisguised disappointment in Gu Yan's eyes, Yu Bai couldn't help but ask, "Miss Bai, are you waiting for someone?"

"Ah, no. I just..." Gu Yan was about to explain something when he saw a small gray bird fly wildly into the palace and head straight for him.

"A little thrush?" Gu Yan looked at the little bird that had landed in his palm with some surprise, and suddenly realized that Jiang Si had returned.

"Chirp, chirp," the little thrush chirped a few times at Gu Yan, then gently pecked at his palm before flying away again. However, this time the little thrush stopped halfway and chirped at Gu Yan, who was standing there in a daze.

"Miss Bai, this little bird seems to be calling you to come with it?" Yu Bai couldn't help but remind her, looking at the strange scene before him.

Although Gu Yan was somewhat puzzled, he still followed Xiao Huamei and walked quickly towards the outside of the mansion.

The little thrush flew very fast, and Gu Yan could only barely keep up by jogging.

While keeping a close eye on the little thrush's movements, Gu Yan couldn't help but let his mind wander and speculate wildly.

Why did only Little Thrush return, but Jiang Si didn't appear?

Could it be that Jiang Si is injured and unable to move around, so he sent Xiao Huamei to call me?

Just as Gu Yan was lost in thought, the little thrush stopped on a ground-level sign and tilted its head to look at Gu Yan.

Gu Yan also stopped and looked at the three large characters on the signboard, feeling even more bewildered.

Reception building?

Isn't this one of the best and most expensive restaurants in Zhongjing?

Why does Jiang Si, who is injured, need to stay in such a luxurious restaurant?

That doesn't seem to make much sense...

"Chirp, chirp!" The little thrush called out again as it saw Gu Yan stop and halt in his tracks.

"You mean Jiang Si is inside?" Gu Yan was really at a loss, and not caring whether Xiao Huamei could understand her, she pointed to the restaurant in front of her and asked in a low voice.

"Chirp chirp!" Yes, yes.

"Shall we go in?" Gu Yan couldn't understand what the little thrush's chirping meant, so he had to ask.

"Chirp chirp!" Fast forward, fast forward.

"Alright, let's go in and take a look." Since we're already at the entrance, let's go in and take a look first.

Gu Yan silently comforted herself. Anyway, she had never been to Yingbinlou before. If she couldn't find Jiang Si, she could just consider it an experience.

Picking up the little thrush and holding it in his hand, Gu Yan touched the wallet in his pocket, gritted his teeth, and walked into the Yingbin Building.

As soon as I entered, I was greeted warmly by the waiter at the door: "Sir, are you here for a meal or to stay at the hotel?"

"Um... I'm looking for someone," Gu Yan said with a slightly embarrassed smile. She quickly looked around the lobby but didn't find the person she was looking for.

"Oh, may I ask who you are looking for, sir? I'll ask around and help you find them."

Gu Yan was surprised that the waiter was so easy to talk to, and immediately described with delight: "Excuse me, sir, have you seen a young man dressed in blue, holding a long sword?"

As Gu Yan described it, the shopkeeper immediately thought of the two guests he had served not long ago and quickly nodded.

"Yes, yes, I remember now. That young hero looks cold and aloof, but the girl beside him is very lively and cheerful. The two of them booked a top-class room upstairs, and they should be packing their things right now. Why don't you go up and see if she is the person you are looking for?"

Hearing the waiter's description, Gu Yan suddenly became hesitant. Jiang Si did indeed seem cold and aloof, but when had a girl appeared beside him?

Or is she a cheerful and lively girl?

Filled with questions, Gu Yan politely thanked the waiter, then held the little thrush and walked upstairs step by step.

Room No. 1 was located in the middle of the third floor. There was no one upstairs. Gu Yan had only taken a few steps when he vaguely saw that the door to Room No. 1 seemed to be open.

Immediately afterwards, a pleasant female voice came from inside the room: "Brother Jiang Si, Zhongjing is really big! Will you come with me to stroll around the streets in a bit?"

Gu Yan stopped in her tracks. The moment she heard the voice, she knew who it belonged to.

Shangguan Yanlin.

She is indeed a lively and cheerful girl.

At that moment, Gu Yan suddenly felt a little wronged. She touched the little thrush in her hand, slowly took a few steps back, and then went downstairs without looking back.

Seeing Gu Yan come down the stairs so quickly, the shopkeeper hurried over and asked with great concern, "Is this the person you're looking for, young lady?"

Gu Yan shook his head and handed a piece of silver to the shopkeeper, saying, "Although I couldn't find it, thank you for your help, sir."

After accepting the loose change, the shopkeeper warmly escorted Gu Yan to the door, saying, "You're too kind, young lady. If you have time in the future, you are welcome to come to our shop and try our signature dishes."

Stepping out of the welcoming building, Gu Yan wandered aimlessly through the streets, the continuous shouts of vendors filling his ears.

Gu Yan grew angrier the more she thought about it. She had been eagerly awaiting Jiang Si's return to the mansion, but to her surprise, he was actually helping a young girl pack her things at the restaurant, and was even going to accompany her shopping later.

Liar! He said he was just going to pick someone up and would be right back!

Wait, are you picking someone up?

It's Shangguan Yanlin who won't answer, right?!

Shangguan Yanlin is Jiang Si's junior sister and the Second Elder's biological daughter. It seems reasonable for Jiang Si to pick up Shangguan Yanlin and then take her to the inn.

Thinking about this, Gu Yan seemed to gradually calm down.

She recalled what had just happened. After hearing Shangguan Yanlin's voice, she ran out alone to sulk without asking Jiang Si. She really was like a female protagonist in a romance drama who "didn't have a mouth".

No, she has to go back and find out the truth.