Chapter 77: New Traveling Companions

Hearing Lu Zhiruo's statement, Feng Zi naturally understood what she wanted to express:

The reason she had stepped forward to negotiate with Guang Heng was ultimately for the interests of the Lu Family and Wutai County; as for helping him... it was merely done in passing.

Although this way of putting it was quite heartless, from another perspective, it was also a form of sincere honesty.

Regarding this, Feng Zi naturally had to express his gratitude: "Whether it was in passing or intentional, Miss Zhiruo helped me after all, so I must express my thanks.

"Although looking back from now, the result seems good, I cannot deny—

"In order to seek the opportunity to break through to the Transformation Realm, many of my choices were not wise, and I also incurred much blood debt; this is a fact.

"If not for Miss Zhiruo's intervention, it is not certain that I and the Guang Family would have achieved such a decent outcome."

Although in a strict sense, the one who killed those Martial Artists was Qing Lin, she had done so for his sake after all, and Feng Zi would not evade his own responsibility.

Having said that, he looked at Qing Lin, who had been standing behind Lu Zhiruo, and shook his head, saying:

"It's alright, this Miss Zhiruo is not only an ally but also the sister of a close friend of mine; there is no need to be so vigilant."

Hearing this statement from Feng Zi, Qing Lin let out a reluctant "humph" and sat down beside him without a word.

"Who is this beauty—?" Looking at Qing Lin sitting with Feng Zi so naturally, Lu Zhiruo asked with some curiosity.

But for some reason, from her words, Feng Zi inexplicably detected a hint of "sourness."

"This is... Yue Yu, my traveling companion." After a moment of thought, Feng Zi gave Qing Lin's pseudonym.

After all, Qing Lin's person contained far too many mysteries; letting fewer people know information about her was both a protection for Qing Lin and a protection for others.

Lu Zhiruo subconsciously repeated the name, a playful smile hanging on her face: "Yue Yu, this name is not her real name, is it?"

Regarding such a clever person, Feng Zi had never intended to muddle through with such superficial means:

"Her real name is more like a pseudonym, but that is not important—there are some things that are better left unexplored.

"I imagine that with Miss Zhiruo's intelligence, you should understand the meaning of this sentence without me needing to waste my breath, right?"

Lu Zhiruo naturally understood this principle.

But looking at Qing Lin, who was already leaning on Feng Zi's shoulder, she still subconsciously raised her delicate eyebrows and retorted:

"Even if this... Miss Yue Yu, appears to have no Qi and Blood Power?"

Feng Zi thought the other party was testing him and said sternly: "If you truly underestimate Yue Yu, you will be the one to suffer a great loss—

"Miss Zhiruo should have seen Qian Lao, who guards the County Government Office's warehouse; would you look down on that old man who appears to be at death's door?"

Lu Zhiruo had to admit that Feng Zi's example was obscure, but it had indeed convinced her.

She nodded slightly and said: "Since that is the case, I will not probe further; this is my promise to you, Feng Zi."

Afterwards, she suddenly changed the subject: "Having said that, what are your plans, Feng Zi? Are you continuing south to attend the Martial School?"

Hearing this question, Qing Lin was like a cat guarding its food; she suddenly hugged Feng Zi's arm, bared her teeth, and revealed two sharp little tiger fangs.

Feng Zi did not know why Lu Zhiruo had inexplicably brought up this topic;

And he knew even less why Qing Lin had suddenly reacted so intensely, so he could only helplessly pat her head as a form of comfort.

Qing Lin subconsciously closed her eyes and rubbed against his palm—

Come to think of it... Feng Zi couldn't quite remember either, from what point in time had his relationship with Qing Lin become so intimate?

Perhaps it was during these few days of living together? Or perhaps it was the moment Qing Lin woke up?

But this was not a pressing matter, and the answer to the question Lu Zhiruo raised was not a secret, so he spoke frankly:

"Yes, for me right now, one of the most important things is to head south to the capital of Baishan Jun and attend the Martial School.

"Tomorrow, I will stay for one more day to help Yue Yu purchase some things, and I will set off for Yangquan City early the day after tomorrow."

Hearing this answer, a brilliant smile bloomed on Lu Zhiruo's face: "Since that is the case, I have two proposals—

"First, the journey ahead is full of unknowns; since you already have Miss Yue Yu as a traveling companion, why not let me join your journey and we can look out for each other?"

Lu Zhiruo... wanted to join his journey?

Hearing this proposal, Feng Zi finally understood why he had felt an lingering sense of incongruity in his heart since just now:

Yes, Lu Zhiruo had already reached an agreement with Guang Heng yesterday; why would she specifically wait for him in his room?

This was not logical! If the other party had other important matters to attend to, she would not have spent time specifically waiting for him here.

Could it be... that Lu Zhiruo was truly waiting for him?

Feng Zi was certainly not a narcissistic person, so he still subconsciously tested her:

"Miss Zhiruo, why must you travel with the two of us? Since you are the sister of Brother Hanwen, you must have your own attendants and guards; why endure the wind and sleep in the open with us?"

To this, Lu Zhiruo just smiled and shook her head: "I am traveling alone this time and have not brought any attendants.

"Could it be that you truly have the heart to let a weak woman like me embark on a journey all alone and helpless?"

That was it; a woman who had just helped him a great deal said this—did Feng Zi have any reason to refuse?

But he still struggled a little: "I need to state beforehand that life on the road is not comfortable; Miss Zhiruo may not be used to it."

"Alright, don't keep calling me 'Miss' this and 'Miss' that; from now on, we are traveling companions, so there is no need to be so distant.

"Besides, with me here, you can have a better idea of what supplies Yue Yu needs to purchase, don't you think?"

Lu Zhiruo smiled and shook her head, extending her right hand.

Feng Zi had to admit that the suggestion of "helping Qing Lin purchase suitable supplies" was indeed a very attractive proposal.

Since that was the case, he no longer acted coy and frankly grasped her slender hand:

"I do not know how long you and I will travel together, but during the time we are together, I hope we have a pleasant cooperation."

Feeling that Qing Lin beside him seemed to be throwing a tantrum, Feng Zi smiled and stroked her head, comforting her:

"Having one more traveling companion on the road is like having one more person to look out for each other; it is a good thing, so don't throw a tantrum."

Hearing this, Qing Lin pouted and muttered: "Fine, you must be right."

Watching the intimate interaction between the two, Lu Zhiruo shook her head helplessly:

"In addition, I have a second proposal—if you want to head south to Baishan City, it is best to choose a detour and avoid Yangquan City."