Luo Yang swallowed this grievance for now, but that didn’t mean he wouldn’t seek retribution.

It was just that when under someone else’s roof, one must know how to bow one’s head!

Ji Yunshu knew in her heart that he still harbored resentment, but all she could do was remind him. If any further trouble arose, she would be powerless to help.

Her gaze settled on the exquisite medicine bottle as she said, “This medicine can treat the wounds on your bodies. Remember, you must apply it three times a day without fail, otherwise it won’t heal properly. If you develop any lingering ailments, don’t come blaming me.”

Luo Yang lightly spun the bottle between his fingertips and grunted in acknowledgment.

He had no desire to say more!

However, Xiao Ba grabbed the medicine bottle, his face breaking into a smile as he said, “Thank you, Miss Ji. We’ll definitely apply it properly.”

“Then I won’t disturb your rest any longer.”

“Will you come see us again?” Xiao Ba called out to her, suddenly asking this question, then pointing to his own arm with a worried hand, “What if the poison flares up? Will we die?”

Ji Yunshu frowned slightly and said, “No, the venom has all been cleared out. As long as you apply the medicine properly, nothing will happen.”

“But we could still die, right?”

“Are you very afraid of death?”

“Yes!” Xiao Ba nodded.

If he weren’t afraid of death, he wouldn’t have asked such a question.

Ji Yunshu told him, “Rest assured, you’ll be fine.”

Xiao Ba’s face lit up with joy.

Naturally, he felt relieved now.

He smiled while cradling the delicate little bottle in his hands.

Ji Yunshu glanced at Luo Yang once before leaving!

After she went out, Luo Yang clenched his fist and slammed it hard against the bed board! Xiao Ba was startled. Though his mind wasn’t particularly sharp, he wasn’t stupid either. He moved a bit closer and said, “Brother, actually Miss Ji is right. We’re no match for them. If we clash head-on, we definitely won’t come out well! Besides, Miss Ji also said we won’t die! So this matter… let’s just let it pass! Let’s call it even!”

His voice grew smaller and smaller as he spoke!

Luo Yang glared at him fiercely, leaned back against the ship’s wall, and said, “What do you mean call it even? We nearly lost our lives.”

“But we’re still alive!”

“But what if we had died?”

Well…

Xiao Ba was clumsy with words and naturally couldn’t out-argue Luo Yang, nor could he change his mind, so he could only change the subject, saying, “Brother, look, they even sent us meat dishes.”

As he spoke, he picked up the food that had been set aside and brought it over, placing it near his nose to smell!

So fragrant!

Then he cheerfully held it out in front of Luo Yang, saying, “The food smells really good, Brother. Have a bite.”

Luo Yang swept a glance at it and pushed it away!

He couldn’t eat at all.

Xiao Ba muttered, “Well, I’m hungry anyway. If you won’t eat, I’ll eat it all myself.”

And he began eating by himself.

…

Ji Yunshu emerged from their cabin. As soon as she reached the deck, a man walked over respectfully and said, “Miss Ji, my young master requests your presence.”

Apart from those two brothers from the Wen family, it couldn’t be anyone else!

Her gaze looked up toward the upper cabin as she asked, “Is there some matter?”

“The young master has arranged a banquet and invites you to attend.”

A banquet?

It was probably about the matter of saving Wen Yu in the desert before.

But calling it a “banquet” seemed too formal!

Ji Yunshu didn’t particularly enjoy such occasions, and with Li Chuan’s situation, she couldn’t have too much contact with the Wen brothers.

She was about to decline when the man said, “Please do us the honor, Miss Ji. My young master is waiting.”

If they were on land, she likely would have already turned and walked away, but this ship was still traveling on the river. She had nowhere to go—she could hardly jump into the river!

At this moment, she truly couldn’t refuse, so she could only agree.

She followed the man to the upper cabin.

It was indeed where distinguished guests resided. The ship’s hall alone could accommodate over ten or twenty people.

Wen Yu and Wen Che were seated at the table, with a full spread of delicious delicacies before them.

The man led Ji Yunshu inside and bowed, saying, “Young Master, Miss Ji has arrived.”

With that, he left!

When Wen Yu saw Ji Yunshu, he immediately stood to welcome his guest: “Miss Ji, you’ve come!”

“Young Master Wen, this is…”

“Regarding the incident in the Nansai Desert before, I’ve always wanted to find an opportunity to properly thank you. If it weren’t for you, I might already be dead, so I arranged a small banquet. Though it’s nothing particularly precious in terms of cuisine, it represents my sincere gratitude.”

“You’re too kind. Saving you that day was merely a small effort! Moreover, your decision not to pursue the matter with Luo Yang and Xiao Ba was already a great favor to me, so between you and me, we should consider the matter settled.” Ji Yunshu deliberately spoke this way.

Drawing a clear line between herself and the Wen brothers!

She stated her meaning so plainly that Wen Che, who sat to the side, heard it quite clearly. However, since this banquet was arranged by Wen Yu, it wasn’t appropriate for him to interject and clarify.

Wen Yu’s mind was focused solely on Ji Yunshu’s life-saving grace toward him, so he didn’t understand the meaning behind her words, taking them entirely as polite pleasantries.

He said, “Miss Ji, you needn’t be so formal. One matter is one matter—what deserves thanks must naturally be thanked.”

“…” Ji Yunshu.

“Come, please be seated.”

The invitation was truly difficult to decline.

Ji Yunshu glanced at Wen Che. When their eyes met, she somehow felt as if something had scraped across her back, causing a sharp ache.

She then took her seat!

However, looking at the delicious delicacies before her, she had no appetite whatsoever.

“Since we’re still on the ship, I can only prepare some ordinary dishes. Miss Ji will have to make do.” Wen Yu was afraid of slighting this honored guest!

“To be honest with Young Master Wen, I’m quite accustomed to simple meals in my daily life.”

This response left Wen Yu at a loss for how to continue!

A flash of embarrassment crossed his face!

Wen Che, who had remained silent until now, raised his wine cup and spoke: “Miss Ji, I toast to you as thanks for saving A’Yu’s life before.”

Ji Yunshu nodded slightly toward him: “You’re too kind. Actually, I didn’t do much.”

“Such great kindness makes you a lifesaver to our entire Wen family. I’ll drink first as a sign of respect.” Wen Che drained the wine in his cup in one gulp!

“My apologies, I don’t drink alcohol, so I’ll substitute tea for wine.” Ji Yunshu picked up the tea before her and took a sip.

Wen Che didn’t mind. He suddenly asked, “By the way, may I ask what brings Miss Ji to Liangzhou?”

The question seemed casual enough, but in reality, it carried probing intent.

His mind was overly calculating and he thought too much. Though this woman concealed herself well, she was ultimately secretive, and he wanted to probe to the bottom of it! How could Ji Yunshu not understand Wen Che’s intentions? This man was far more astute than Wen Yu, so in front of him, she dared not say too much or too little, fearing he might see through her relationship with Li Chuan and perceive that she had been lying earlier! She also knew that the Wen brothers were heading to Yanjing, and she was going to Yanjing as well. If she lied now and they encountered each other again on the road, she would find herself at a loss for words…