After receiving the money from the Rongyu Auction House, they left instantly. Yi Ling was eager to have a good meal, a warm bath, and some decent clothes. She felt filthy and nasty. Though she dressed up like a man, she didn't like it that much. It was just a necessity. She would rather be carefree and wear pretty dresses. A young maiden can only dream.
Following Yi Ling's instructions, Linyu found them a place to rest, named Guanxu Inn, located near the square. He booked only one room; Yi Ling would be staying in it while he would go back inside the ring to rest later. Yi Ling decided to take a warm bath first, while Linyu went to buy his master some new robes.
He decided to buy her some light purple robes. He was quick with this task. He set the clothes on the bed. Linyu telepathically informed Yi Ling where her new clothes were and that he would scout the area while she was taking a bath to see if he could find anything that she needed.
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When Yi Ling thought she was clean enough, she got out of the tub. She tied her chest, put on her new robes, and fixed her hair. She was satisfied with her outfit. She then put her mask back on, deciding to wear it at all times except for bathing. When she was done, Linyu informed her that he was outside waiting. He also told her that he found the location of the herb market that Mu Xin had suggested.
Yi Ling went out to meet Linyu at the square. She wanted to eat first before doing anything else. Now that she didn't look like a servant, she walked with him side by side. They attracted a bunch of ladies. Even with the masks on, they emitted an aura of noble young masters. Especially Linyu, since he was more well-mannered than Yi Ling.
Linyu brought Yi Ling to one of the most expensive restaurants in the kingdom, as per Yi Ling's orders. Now that she had the money, she wanted to indulge herself. She devoured most of the food on the table. The rest that she couldn't eat, she saved for Mu Xin. Although Mu Xin didn't need to eat, it didn't mean he couldn't. She wanted to share the heavenly food with him. She blushed while thinking about it. Meanwhile, Linyu didn't eat at all. He only drank some wine now and then.
Everything went well until someone knocked at their door.
"Young masters, my name is Lu Qian. My lord wanted to ask if he can dine with you," said a voice on the other side of the door.
Linyu looked at Yi Ling, and she nodded. She was curious who wanted to meet them.
"Come in," Linyu's voice sounded authoritative.
A man came in, dressed like a scholar, along with his servant. They both clasped their fists as a sign of respect.
"My name is Mo Tian, and this is my servant, Lu Qian. Thank you for letting me dine with you," he said mildly. He then sat down at the table without waiting for a response. He wasn't used to standing when there was a chair he could sit on.
When Yi Ling heard his voice, she instantly figured out who the person was. Linyu figured it out as well; his instincts were always sharp. The man who bought the sword. It was the voice from Box 3.
"May I know what you need from us?" Linyu asked frankly. He didn't like being disturbed, especially when he was with his new master.
Mo Tian chuckled. "Direct as ever. I like it. I'm here to ask if you have any more of the spiritual water," he answered honestly.
Linyu's brows lifted. Wasn't it supposed to be sold anonymously?
"Forgive me. I know it was a secret, but I have my means. My people are quite skilled at their jobs." He took a sip of the tea that his servant had poured for him.
Mo Tian had noticed the look the host gave Box 6 when Yi Ling made her bid. He then ordered his men to gather information about them. Within an hour, he was informed that Linyu and Yi Ling were new to the kingdom. They had arrived early to speak to the higher-ups of the Rongyu Auction House. During that time, they were the only ones who spoke to them and got promoted to the upper boxes. One must know, only powerful groups can sit in the upper boxes. Plus, they made the announcement only tonight. One plus one, he figured out what it meant. He trusted his gut. He then asked where they were now. His subordinates said that both were staying at Guanxu Inn and were now taking a meal at this restaurant. And that's how it came to be. Mo Tian smiled while waiting for their response. Would his gut be right?