Senior Sister Bai Yueguang is incredibly strong.

Chapter 63 Falling to Earth (6)

Meng Tingde seemed to only then notice Luo Zai Shui's presence.

"Brother Shen, you never mentioned that you have a fairy living in your home. May I ask the young lady's name?"

He walked to a spot not far from Luo Zai Shui, wanting to take a closer look, but then felt it was impolite and could only steal a glance before his gaze fell on Shen Yan.

Shen Yan resisted the urge to roll her eyes: "Are you very free? Have you finished reviewing all your books? Mr. Wenri will ask you questions, and if you can't answer them..."

Meng Tingde's expression changed; it seemed that Lord Jian was indeed a strict teacher.

Sister-in-law Shen smiled and smoothed things over: "There's no rush to study. Why don't you stay and have dinner before you leave? The food will be heated up soon. I hope Young Master Meng won't find it offensive."

"Not at all, not at all." Meng Tingde quickly waved his hand. "Thank you for your trouble, sister-in-law. I came in a hurry this time and didn't have time to prepare a gift. I will definitely bring a small gift next time."

"There's no need for all this formality. You and Ayan are friends, so just treat this place like your own home."

Sister-in-law Shen was delighted by the polite child and picked up her vegetable basket to go to the garden to pick some fresh fruits and vegetables to entertain her guest.

Seeing that Sister-in-law Shen had left, Meng Tingde lingered and walked over to Luo Zaishui's side: "Miss, you still haven't told me your name."

Looking at the person in front of her, who was surrounded by purple aura, Luo Zai Shui thought he must be a noble person. She smiled and said, "No need. I'm afraid I have no chance to befriend you, young master."

Those who cultivate the Tao should not get too involved in the mortal world, especially those with good fortune. If they get too involved, the whole world may suffer. It is best to make fewer friends with them.

"Huh?" Meng Tingde was rejected, a look of confusion and helplessness flashing across his face. "I... I feel like we're quite destined for each other, you..."

Shen Yan couldn't stand it anymore and pulled him into the house: "People don't want to tell you, and you're stammering. Aren't you afraid of making them dislike you?"

Luo Zai Shui curled the corners of her lips, then returned to her room.

Dinner was quickly prepared. The dishes cooked by Sister Shen had a unique home-style flavor; although they were simple home-cooked meals, they were truly heartwarming.

Meng Tingde didn't dare to look up at her at the dinner table. Sister-in-law Shen found it a bit strange. Why did this cheerful young man suddenly become so quiet? Shen Yan, on the other hand, seemed to be doing nothing, quietly eating the food in his bowl.

"I heard you're leaving?"

After the meal, Shen Yan suddenly looked at Luo Zai Shui. He had probably heard about this from Shen's sister-in-law. Meng Ting De looked over when he heard this.

Luo Zai Shui nodded lightly: "Yes, I've troubled you enough, I have to go."

Shen Yan hesitated for a moment, then finally asked, "Where are you planning to go?"

Luo Zai Shui pondered for a moment and replied, "Let's go to a place with lots of people; it'll be easier for me to gather information there."

Meng Tingde suddenly stood up excitedly: "Then go to the capital! The capital is bustling with people, making it the easiest place to gather information. What do you want to know? I can help you find out."

Luo Zai Shui looked at him and said calmly, "No need."

It's best to avoid this favor as there's no way to repay it in the future.

Meng Tingde sat back down dejectedly, secretly grieving.

Are you going to the capital?

Shen Yan looked at him, a hint of expectation flashing in her eyes.

Luo pondered for a moment before replying, "Let's see how things go. Maybe we'll find the person I'm looking for before we even reach the capital."

Sister-in-law Shen sighed, "Now that Miss Luo has left, I don't know when we'll meet again."

Luo Zai Shui smiled and said, "If we are destined to meet again, we will meet again."

After seeing Meng Tingde off, Sister-in-law Shen went to tidy up again. Luo Zai Shui lay on the recliner, lost in thought.

Why don't you want Meng Tingde to help you?

Shen Yan handed her a cup of tea and sat down on the other side.

Luo Zai Shui raised an eyebrow and said lazily, "That's your benefactor, not mine. I don't want to owe him any favors. Do you know who he is?"

Meng Tingde shook his head and honestly replied, "All I know is that he came from the capital."

Upon hearing this, Luo Zai Shui smiled and said, "If you befriend him, he will definitely be of great help to you if you enter officialdom in the future."

Shen Yan was silent for a moment: "Why do you think I'm sure I'll pass the exam?"

Luo Zai Shui took a sip of tea and said slowly, "I calculated it."

Shen Yan had to admit that Luo Zai Shui was sometimes very accurate in his calculations, and it was because of this accuracy that he felt a little more at ease.

"And what is his identity? Do you know?"

He was naturally referring to Meng Tingde.

Luo Zai Shui feigned profundity: "It cannot be said, it cannot be said."

"Tsk."

Shen Yan ignored her and went back to his room to study. This person still liked to talk nonsense.

The next day, before Luo Zai Shui left, Shen Da Sao grabbed her hand.

“Miss Luo, you still need to be careful when you go out these days. I heard from the neighbors that several people have gone missing recently, all of them young women. When you go out to set up your stall, try to go to places with lots of people. Wait for Ayan to come back with you tonight. I have already told him to be careful on the road.”

Luo Zai Shui noted this down and nodded with a smile: "I understand. Please be careful when you go out, sister-in-law."

"Okay, be careful on the road."

The number of pedestrians on the street had indeed decreased significantly, and the yamen was at a loss. Luo Zai Shui played with the copper coins in his hand, his thoughts already wandering far away.

"Sir, have you heard anything about my daughter? She's my only daughter. How can I live without her..."

A heart-wrenching cry pulled Luo Zai Shui back to reality. She looked in the direction of the sound and saw an old man kneeling on the ground, weeping bitterly. The officials beside him had no choice but to help him up and gently comfort him.

Luo Zai Shui recognized the official as the one she had seen a few days ago. Seeing that she was still on the street, the official stepped forward and advised, "Miss Luo, it would be best if you didn't go out casually these days. Things haven't been very peaceful."

"Have many people lost their lives recently?"

Luo asked in the water.

The officer nodded: "They keep disappearing every few days, causing widespread panic. Moreover, these people just vanish into thin air, and the government can't do anything about it for the time being."

Luo Zai Shui nodded: "I understand, thank you, brother. You go ahead and get busy, I won't keep you from doing your work."

The official blushed, nodded, and then went back to his work.

Shen Yan arrived to pick up Luo Zai Shui right on time, but unlike usual, Meng Tingde was following behind him.

"Girl, girl, please, save my sister!"

Just as the group was packing up to go back, a burly man knelt down in front of her.

Luo Zai Shui was a little at a loss, and quickly helped the man up: "Brother, let's talk this out. Get up first. I'm not a doctor."

Shen Yan recognized him as Liu San, the butcher from the butcher shop on the east side. A hint of disgust flashed in his eyes, but he didn't say anything more.

The man still refused to get up.

"Please, please save my sister! I've heard you can predict the future. Could you please tell me where my sister is? I'll give you any amount of money. She's my only sister, please..."

As he spoke, the man kowtowed heavily on the ground several times. Luo Zai Shui tried to stop him but couldn't, which attracted a crowd of onlookers.