novelaction Chapter 362
Chapter 362
After all, they had such an awkward past, and now, on such an occasion, Luo Shuiyao belatedly realized that the atmosphere between them seemed somewhat ambiguous. To break the slightly awkward atmosphere, she said something else: "I originally thought that the Hidden Dragon Guards usually handled confidential matters for His Majesty, but I didn't expect that you were also responsible for the safety of this city. You really work hard."
"It's not hard." Ye Yunzhou heard her speak, lowered his eyes to look at her, and said with ambiguous meaning.
The Hidden Dragon Guards were usually busy with their duties, so they wouldn't be needed for patrols in the city. But he wasn't in the habit of lying, and he didn't know how to explain it to her, so he simply replied.
Today, the patrols in the city were filled with confusion. Small figures like them, who usually only heard rumors of the Hidden Dragon Guards but rarely saw them, were suddenly being robbed of their jobs. Despite their confusion, they dared not voice their discontent. They could only silently straighten their backs and patrol more carefully, fearing that the Hidden Dragon Guards would catch them and make them look inferior.
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By the moat, the sky was slightly dark, and the drooping willows on the riverbed were swaying gently in the breeze.
Luo Shuiyao followed Ye Yunzhou, the two of them walking aimlessly. Ye Yunzhou was not a talkative person, and if Luo Shuiyao didn't take the initiative to find a topic, he didn't know what to say. He had no choice but to slow down his pace and walk with her, looking like he was really inspecting the place carefully.
Seeing Ye Yunzhou was silent, Luo Shuiyao felt the atmosphere was awkward even after trying to find a topic several times, so she stopped talking and just stared at her own shadow on the ground, walking slowly. After walking for a while, she stopped.
Ye Yunzhou noticed her movements, turned his head to look at her, and asked, "What's wrong?"
Luo Shuiyao didn't say anything, but just bent down and rubbed her sore legs.
Ye Yunzhou finally realized that she was tired from walking. Although he thought that her physical condition was too weak and he would find an opportunity for her to exercise properly in the future, he was not stupid and naturally would not spoil the mood at this time. "There is a stone slab here. Why don't you sit down and rest for a while?"
Luo Shuiyao nodded. She didn't want to leave because she saw the big rock, so she naturally would not refuse Ye Yunzhou's proposal.
The stone was near the river, surrounded by several large trees and obscured from view. At this time, it was dark, and passersby who didn't look carefully would not notice the two people beside the stone.
Luo Shuiyao sat quietly on a rock, the gentle river breeze ruffling her hair and accentuating her slender figure. She gazed across the river, where the lights dimmed and a hint of activity could be discerned, a scene of prosperity that drew one in.
Ye Yunzhou didn't sit down, but stood tall and straight under the tree beside her. He first followed Luo Shuiyao's gaze, gazing out at the bustling night scene on the other side. Then, he slowly withdrew his gaze and fixed it on her. Seeing her contented expression, he gradually lost himself in thought.
He himself wasn't sure when he'd begun to feel something different about Luo Shuiyao. Perhaps it was her boldness and carefulness that had left a deep impression on him when they first met; or perhaps it was her playful presence that had quietly plucked a chord in his heart when they met again. Perhaps it was fate itself, destined from the start for them to encounter each other again and again, to enter each other's worlds. Everything unfolded imperceptibly, his feelings growing stronger and stronger like a vine growing wildly in spring. This feeling had already taken root deep within him, and no matter how many hardships or obstacles he encountered, it couldn't stop him from being close to her.
The two of them were so engrossed in the beauty of each other's eyes that they didn't notice that the few people passing by the river had disappeared. Under the silent night sky, it was as if they were the only two left.
Luo Shuiyao was enjoying the rare tranquility and beauty of the scene, listening to the chirping of cicadas and frogs. As she watched, sleepiness washed over her like a tide. Just as her head began to spin and she was about to close her eyes, she heard footsteps on the road behind her, followed by a scolding voice. "I told you not to follow me. Why don't you understand?"
The sound instantly woke up Luo Shuiyao who was almost falling asleep. She suddenly opened her eyes wide, turned her head to look at the path, and found that the people coming were two familiar people.
She didn't realize that Ye Yunzhou had quietly approached her. Just before she closed her eyes, Ye Yunzhou's hand reached out to her ear, as if he was about to touch Luo Shuiyao's face. At this moment, Luo Shuiyao turned around abruptly. Ye Yunzhou's hand paused for a moment, then slowly withdrew as if nothing had happened.
"Cousin, the capital is full of mixed people these days. You're so pretty. If I don't come with you to protect you, how will I explain to my aunt when I get back?" The man spoke with an air of grievance. But upon closer listening, it sounded more like he was using his elders to put pressure on the girl.
Sure enough, the girl became even angrier and shouted, "Stop using my mother to pressure me! I hate you even more because you always do this!"
On the surface, the girl had the upper hand, but in reality, the man had broken down her defenses bit by bit with just a few words. The two argued endlessly for a while, and Luo Shuiyao felt like a reckless person who had eavesdropped on others' privacy. She was undecided for a moment, not knowing whether to interrupt them and leave first.
Ye Yunzhou seemed to sense her thoughts and gently placed his palm on her shoulder, signaling her to wait a moment. Perhaps it was because he looked too calm, or perhaps it was for some other reason? Seeing this, Luo Shuiyao unconsciously gave up the thought of leaving.
Ye Yunzhou had heard the noises as the two approached, but he didn't pay much attention. The riverside wasn't a forbidden area; if others could come, then they could too. While it was a bit awkward to overhear someone else's private conversation, since they didn't know each other, it probably wouldn't matter. It wouldn't be a bad idea for him and Luo Shuiyao to leave after the two left.
Over there, the two were still arguing. The girl turned around and wanted to leave, but the man stopped her: "Cousin, the scenery here is nice, why not rest here before leaving."
The girl rolled her eyes at him, unwilling to speak, and walked around him and continued walking forward.
But after walking a few steps, bursts of firecrackers were heard in the distance. The sound attracted everyone's attention, and Luo Shuiyao unconsciously looked over. She saw bunches of fireworks exploding in the air, and Kongming lanterns slowly drifting into the sky. In an instant, a large number of people in the vicinity were attracted, and Luo Shuiyao was no exception.
While the current fireworks, in terms of form and color, were far less diverse than those seen in previous lives, they were still extremely rare in this ancient martial arts world. Planning such a display required both financial and material resources. Having traveled back so long into the ancient world, Luo Shuiyao had long understood this common sense and understood the rareness of such a beautiful sight.