Mu Yunjin clenched her fists. Since Chu Li had spoken these words to her, he surely had his plans. Although her heart was filled with reluctance and unwillingness to part, she couldn’t reject him outright.

Especially now that Chu Li had lost his memory and his feelings for her weren’t as strong, she feared that refusing might offend him and make him unhappy…

Thinking this through, Mu Yunjin sighed softly. When you fall in love with someone, unknowingly, you place yourself in a position of inferiority.

Chu Li’s expression was complex as he looked at the tears still hanging on her face. His brows furrowed as he silently wiped away her tears.

…

At the dinner table that evening, Mu Yunjin’s eyes were swollen and red. She had been sipping from the small bowl of soup before her for a long time, not touching any of the delicious dishes on the table, having no appetite whatsoever.

Chu Li sat beside her, watching her. Seeing her in this state, his eyes grew exceptionally dark.

“Mmm…” Mu Yunjin, who had been drinking soup, suddenly covered her mouth with her hand, then immediately stood up and ran outside.

These past few days at the Prince’s mansion, her pregnancy symptoms hadn’t been severe, but now that nauseating feeling suddenly surged up again.

…

After emptying her stomach, Mu Yunjin felt dizzy. She sat down directly on a stone bench in the courtyard, supporting her head with her hand.

When Chu Li walked out the door, he saw her sitting alone in the courtyard, her figure thin, her silhouette lonely.

Sensing someone approaching, Mu Yunjin stood up and forced a smile at Chu Li as he came near. “It’s nothing, my stomach feels uncomfortable. I’ll go rest first.”

After saying this, she walked around Chu Li and headed toward the room.

Chu Li watched her hurried figure from behind, his heart unusually heavy.

That night before sleeping, Mu Yunjin lay with her back to Chu Li, eyes closed, pretending to be asleep, while her mind was filled with countless thoughts.

In the current situation, if she went to Mount Xiuyan, she would inevitably stay there until she gave birth after ten months of pregnancy. During this time, she might not see Chu Li at all.

Not to mention, the conflict between the four countries had already been provoked, and Chu Li was caught up in it, with no telling how long he would be entangled in these matters.

If she left the Prince’s mansion, she would worry about Chu Li.

If she didn’t leave, she might truly become a burden to him.

Thinking of this, Mu Yunjin frowned even deeper. She considered again that Mount Xiuyan was remote, even farther than Qingzhou by a long distance. If she went there, she wouldn’t receive any news of Chu Li at all.

The more she thought, the more confused she became. Mu Yunjin shifted slightly, reaching out to pull the blanket closer. As her hand accidentally touched her arm, a sudden flash of inspiration struck her.

Of course, the Fengyu Pavilion…

She could stay at the Fengyu Pavilion!

The Fengyu Pavilion was in a hidden location where ordinary people absolutely could not freely enter or leave.

Moreover, it was in Zhangzhou City, so she could still secretly come back to see Chu Li!

This way, she wouldn’t cause trouble for Chu Li while ensuring her safety—wasn’t that the perfect solution?

Chu Li had been lying awake with his eyes open. Feeling the person beside him move slightly, he opened his mouth, wanting to speak but unable to form words.

Just as his thoughts were becoming somewhat chaotic, the person beside him suddenly moved closer, embracing him as she had done in previous days, pressing against him gently as she fell asleep.

Chu Li’s heart, which had been troubled for a long time, finally settled at this moment. He reached out and embraced her in return.

In the quiet night, the two slept in each other’s arms.

The next day, when Mu Yunjin woke up, the light in the room stung her eyes as soon as she opened them. She closed them again briefly before managing to open them properly.

She had thought she would be alone in the room when she woke up, but seeing the person still lying beside her, Mu Yunjin was slightly startled, her eyes showing a hint of surprise.

Since Chu Li had lost his memory, every morning when she woke up, he had already gotten up and left. He had never been like this before, still sleeping beside her.

Mu Yunjin looked at his sleeping face, reached out her hand, and gently placed her fingers on his brow. Then she slowly moved downward, lightly caressing his cheeks and thin lips.

…

While Mu Yunjin and Chu Li were having breakfast, Ding Xian approached them. “Your Highness, it’s almost time. We should depart.”

“Where to?” Mu Yunjin asked.

Today is the funeral of the old traitor Qin. The Emperor will personally attend to pay his respects,” Ding Xian replied.

Mu Yunjin nodded and turned to look at Chu Li. “You should go quickly then, to avoid your father finding fault with you.”

Recently, because of the Concubine Rong matter, the Emperor of Xi Ming was already sensitive about the Prince Ning’s mansion. It was better to avoid trouble when possible.

“The weather is gloomy today. Don’t wander around,” Chu Li reminded her before leaving.

“Mm, I understand,” Mu Yunjin agreed.

After Chu Li and Ding Xian left, Mu Yunjin didn’t hesitate and activated the spiritual signal of the Fengyu Pavilion to summon Qiqi.

Afterward, she chose a simple dress to wear while waiting for Qiqi.

Qiqi was the same as before, arriving quickly at Mu Yunjin’s side. As soon as she steadied herself, she anxiously asked, “Master, what’s wrong? Why did you summon me so urgently? Has something happened?”

“Nothing major,” Mu Yunjin first poured a cup of water and handed it to her.

Qiqi took a sip of water and looked at Mu Yunjin with confusion.

“Do you have time today? Take me to see the Fengyu Pavilion,” Mu Yunjin said.

“Really? Master, you truly want to visit the pavilion?” Qiqi was surprised, her eyes showing delight.

Mu Yunjin nodded. “Yes, due to some circumstances, I want to go to the Fengyu Pavilion and see what it’s like inside.”

“That’s wonderful! When shall we go?” Qiqi was even more eager than Mu Yunjin.

“Now,” she replied. While Chu Li was away, she wanted to familiarize herself with the Fengyu Pavilion first.

Just as the two were preparing to leave, there was a heavy knock on the door. Mu Yunjin frowned, went to open it, and seeing who was at the door, raised an eyebrow. “Do you need something?”

Huang Yan, panting, stretched his neck to peek inside. Seeing Qiqi, he immediately brightened. “You’re going to the Fengyu Pavilion, aren’t you? Take me with you.”

“Why?” Qiqi asked with a smile.

Huang Yan extended his wrist, revealing a spiritual token. Yesterday, the Princess assigned me as the Fengyu Pavilion’s courier. I’m also going to familiarize myself with the new environment.”

Qiqi chuckled, “Is it to familiarize yourself with the new environment or to see an old acquaintance?”

“Guardian Qiqi, since you’ve seen through it, no need to point it out.” Huang Yan clasped his hands together and bowed slightly to Qiqi.

“Alright, let’s go!”

…

Using intangible space travel, the three of them quickly arrived at a small stream in Zhangzhou City.

“If we jump down here, won’t our clothes get wet?” Huang Yan asked in surprise, curious why a fine pavilion would be established under a lake.

When he was in Zhangzhou City before, he had passed by here several times and even bathed here, yet he could never fathom the mystery of the Fengyu Pavilion.

“Why don’t you try it?” Qiqi teased Huang Yan.

Huang Yan spread his hands. “This humble one will follow Guardian Qiqi.”

“Master, just follow me,” Qiqi looked at Mu Yunjin and said softly.

Mu Yunjin nodded.

Afterward, Qiqi walked slowly toward the stream, with Mu Yunjin and Huang Yan following behind her.

Qiqi stepped into the stream, walking at a leisurely pace. Her entire body moved across the water’s surface without getting wet at all.

Mu Yunjin likewise walked on the water, looking down at the clear stream beneath her feet, her heart sinking with a sense of the extraordinary.

When she reached the center, Mu Yunjin lowered her gaze and suddenly saw a long staircase on the water’s surface, leading straight down into the stream. As she was thinking about this, Qiqi had already descended the stairs.

Mu Yunjin and Huang Yan followed down the stairs.

After descending, Mu Yunjin couldn’t help but let out a gasp of amazement. Looking at the spacious and serene environment around her, and then at the stream water that was now separated above her head, she reached up to touch it. Her hand emerged above the surface but couldn’t touch a drop of water.

If she hadn’t washed her hands in this very stream before, she would surely believe this small stream was merely an illusion.

But it wasn’t.

After walking down the stairs, a stone door came into view. Qiqi approached the door and pressed a hidden mechanism button. The stone door rose upward, and a blinding sunlight shone from within, accompanied by bursts of laughter and cheer.

Mu Yunjin was amazed. She stepped forward, and after glimpsing the scene beyond the stone door, her mouth opened slightly, not knowing how to describe what she saw.

Beyond the stone door was another world.

A world like a paradise beyond this world.

Surrounded by mountains, bathed in sunshine, even before stepping inside, one could smell the fragrance of flowers and herbs.

Rows of exquisite wooden cabins were built along the mountainside, arranged in a staggered pattern. Numerous Fengyu Pavilion subordinates gathered together, chatting and laughing, creating a lively atmosphere.

“Clap, clap!” After entering through the stone door, Qiqi clapped her hands, and all the Fengyu Pavilion subordinates looked toward her, then toward Mu Yunjin.

Mu Yunjin stood beside Qiqi, nervous as she swallowed while being observed by so many eyes.

Some of the Fengyu Pavilion subordinates recognized Mu Yunjin. Upon seeing her, they immediately called to those beside them, “Quick, our Pavilion Master is here!”

Hearing this, everyone came over.

“The Master has returned to the pavilion today. Everyone, come quickly to pay respects!” As Qiqi spoke, she also moved to stand in front of Mu Yunjin, then knelt on one knee together with all the Fengyu Pavilion subordinates.

Huang Yan, standing to the side, glanced around, and seeing a certain figure, immediately ran over. He then knelt beside Hua Ying, facing Mu Yunjin.

“Paying respects to the Pavilion Master! Long live the Pavilion Master!” All of the Fengyu Pavilion subordinates saluted Mu Yunjin.

Mu Yunjin awkwardly tugged at the corner of her mouth and waved her hand. Just as she extended her hand, she let out a surprised sound and looked down at her clothes.

Why had they suddenly changed to red?

“Please rise,” Mu Yunjin said to all the subordinates after a moment of surprise.

After everyone stood up, Qiqi waved her hand at them, signaling them to disperse. Only one elder remained, quietly looking at Mu Yunjin.

“Fish Granny, the master you’ve been longing for has finally arrived,” Qiqi smiled, holding the arm of a fish spirit.

Hearing these words, Mu Yunjin raised her eyes to look ahead. Upon meeting the gaze of the Fish Granny, she was slightly startled. For a moment, she had a feeling of déjà vu.

“Eh? Why has the Master suddenly changed into the attire of the Phoenix Lady?” Qiqi’s eyes showed surprise as she looked at Mu Yunjin in her red dress, exuding charm and allure.

This appearance, she had seen it that day in the deep pool of Ghost Valley Cave.

“This place is the Fengyu Pavilion, the Master’s true place of belonging. Naturally, there is no need to disguise oneself as another,” Fish Granny said with a smile, stepping closer to Mu Yunjin as she spoke.

Mu Yunjin frowned slightly, lowering her gaze to look at the Fish Granny before her. She opened her mouth, “Disguise oneself as another?”