Who in the world does not know you?

Chapter 48 Spring Lantern Festival

Today, Yunluobai got up very early.

When he went out, the door to the room opposite was closed, so it seemed that Ye Zi, who lived inside, had not yet woken up.

He didn't bother the other person by speaking up, nor did he know if they had left, so he didn't care much about it.

He went to the kitchen to brew a pot of tea and brought it to the willow tree in the spacious courtyard inside the main gate. After placing the tea tray on the stone table, he stretched out his arms and raised his legs as usual, his movements slow and gentle.

Steam rose from the teacup. He would occasionally look up at the top of the high wall, always feeling that Ning Qi would pop his head out from there at any moment to greet him warmly. He had a deep impression of that square face with a bushy beard.

Looking at the entire Dahui Dynasty, Ningzhou Prefecture was not considered a wealthy place, but the people here lived a comfortable and pleasant life, making it a good place to enjoy their retirement.

If he hadn't contracted that extremely severe tuberculosis, he would surely have lived a peaceful life here.

"Son, you're up so early."

A familiar voice came from behind. Yun Luobai turned around and smiled, only to find Yun Ping walking towards her, adjusting his hat.

Prison Chief Yun was preparing to head out to work at the prison again.

Both father and son got up earlier than usual today. In the past, Yun Luobai would cook breakfast and eat with Yun Ping, but later Yun Ping felt sorry for him getting up early to cook, so he stopped eating at home as often.

"Yeah, if you can't sleep, get up and stretch your muscles."

Yun Luobai picked up the teapot and poured Yun Ping a cup of hot tea. He had already expected to meet Yun Ping, who had gone out early in the morning, here.

Previously, only the father and son lived in the large house. Their farewell before leaving home perfectly illustrated the feeling of home.

Yunping took the teacup, took a sip, and naturally asked about the third person who had recently joined the family.

"Where are the leaves?"

Yun Luobai hesitated for a moment, then responded with a smile.

"have no idea."

He genuinely didn't know.

He didn't know whether Ye Zi would choose to stay at his house, which in itself didn't matter.

To be more precise, he didn't know why Ye Zi had been targeting him from the very beginning.

If it's just because of that booklet, it doesn't quite make sense...

"She's a young woman after all, and she has a disability. It's enough if she can help with some chores on a daily basis. We shouldn't be too harsh on her. When she has something to look forward to, my son and I will give her some travel expenses, just as a way of doing a good deed."

"Yes, I understand, Dad."

"When she wakes up, take her out to get something to eat. Don't skimp on her. I'll just buy some flatbread or steamed buns on the way. I'm off now."

"it is good."

Yunping put down his teacup and took two steps, then seemed to remember something.

"Today is the day of the Chuning Lantern Festival. Do you remember? When you were little, you always went out to play with Ningqi and the others on this day."

"Yes, I remember. Knowing my brother's personality, he'll probably come looking for me, so don't worry, Father. If you come back early, we can go for a walk together."

"Father has his own things to do. I'm going to have a drink with your Uncle Wen tonight. I mentioned the Chun Ning Lantern Festival to you so you can take Yezi there. She used to be a maid in that Rouge Pavilion, and she had to be mindful of other people's feelings when she went out. She never had such a leisurely life."

"Okay, Dad, I understand..."

Yun Luobai responded with a smile while silently sighing in his heart.

Yunping is a naive person who still believes in Yezi's identity and is therefore kept in the dark.

Yun Luobai felt that even if Yun Ping found out one day that his troubles in prison were all caused by Ye Zi, he wouldn't be angry.

Yunping is a good person.

Yun Luobai felt that since he returned to Ningzhou Prefecture, he had not encountered any bad people.

But there are always good and bad people in the world, and he has to find the bad people around him, even if they might be very well hidden.

Even if he has to dig three feet into the ground, he has to find the bad guy.

Yunping went out to work at the yamen, and the huge courtyard fell silent again.

The large head belonging to Ning Qi that Yun Luobai had anticipated on the wall did not appear, suggesting that this Constable Ning was busy with some sudden and difficult case today.

Only he, the seemingly frail and miserable young man in the eyes of outsiders, had nothing of substance to do.

He started stretching his arms and legs again, performing those so-called exercises to improve blood circulation. No one would think he was practicing martial arts, since his movements were slow, he looked weak and powerless, and he didn't show any spirit or energy.

Yun Luobai soon heard a familiar sound of footsteps coming from behind, because the person's footsteps were different from those of ordinary people, and a clear, sweet laugh followed.

"Oh ho ho, Young Master Yun is already dancing so early in the morning. Looks like he's in a good mood."

Yun Luobai withdrew his arm and turned to look back. Ye Zi, limping, looked at him, as sunny and cheerful as before.

She was still wearing the same dark green dress she had worn yesterday. Although it was unlikely that a maid would change her clothes every day, this dress suited her perfectly, as its color was just like that of perfectly grown green leaves, which was very fitting for her name.

Yun Luobai frowned slightly, somewhat surprised, but swallowed the words that were on the tip of her tongue and did not voice her doubts.

He could sense that Ye Zi was approaching him with ulterior motives, but he couldn't figure out what Ye Zi was planning.

"What's wrong? Did I disturb Young Master Yun's enjoyment of dancing and make you unhappy? Then I'll apologize to Young Master Yun in advance, and I hope Young Master Yun won't blame me."

Ye Zi smiled and curtsied to Yun Luobai, but the latter remained unmoved.

"Did you just wake up?"

"Um."

"Are you here to be a rich young lady?"

Ye Zi sensed the sarcasm in Yun Luobai's words, but she wasn't angry, even though she hadn't found anything in Yun Luobai's room last night.

"I wish I could, but unfortunately I don't have that kind of luck."

She walked to the stone table, picked up a porcelain cup from the tea tray, poured herself a cup of tea, and looked at the two teacups placed outside, and something occurred to her.

"Did Uncle Yun go to work?"

"Yes, before she left, she told me to take good care of you, Miss."

"Uncle Yun is so kind."

"And what about me?"

"you……"

Ye Zi deliberately drew out her words.

She lowered her eyes, her gaze falling on the silver cloud bracelet on her wrist.

"You're not bad, are you?"

Yun Luobai glanced at Ye Zi and couldn't help but let out a sneer.

"A very fair assessment."

"Otherwise what? If you think that giving me some random gifts will make me fall for you, then you are underestimating me too much."

Yun Luobai seemed to be deep in thought, then opened his palm towards Ye Zi.

"Then give it back to me."

"Can you ask someone back a gift you've given them?"

"Human nature is treacherous. There are such terrible men in this world. I'm just trying to broaden your horizons."

Ye Zi naturally wouldn't return the bracelet to Yun Luobai, and Yun Luobai didn't expect her to return it either, so she quickly withdrew her outstretched hand.

"Today is the day of the Spring Lantern Festival in Ningzhou Prefecture. I'll take you out tonight to join in the fun."

"The Chuning Lantern Festival?"

Ye Zi responded instinctively.

Yun Luobai nodded slightly upon hearing this, a satisfied yet sly smile playing on his lips.

Since she wasn't a real leaf, she naturally didn't know about the unique Spring Lantern Festival in Ningzhou Prefecture.