The next day,
Japanese television stations and newspapers all reported what had happened at the Kyoto Imperial Palace. The thousand-year-old palace had been destroyed, leaving many people heartbroken.
The government's explanation afterward was that it had suffered severe damage from a meteor strike. It was now completely sealed off, awaiting repairs.
Ma Xiaoling watched the report on TV and smiled. "The government is hiding the truth. Looks like it's the same everywhere."
"There's no way to tell the public about something like this. What, say that zombies caused trouble and activated an array to kill everyone in the Kyoto area? Those who don't believe it would say the government is stupid. Those who do would panic. Don't you think lying is the better option?" Jiang Hao said.
"Hey, do you think Peacock will come today?" Ma Xiaoling asked.
Jiang Hao naturally knew what Ma Xiaoling meant. She did not miss Peacock; she wanted to know whether he would bring the money.
Jiang Hao smiled. "Probably not that soon."
Ma Xiaoling's face fell. "So boring."
"Heh, then let's go out for a stroll. This is the best season to see cherry blossoms in Japan. Once there's a result, Peacock will call me," Jiang Hao said with a smile.
"Cherry blossoms, sure. After that, I want to browse the mall again. I've been reading magazines these past few days and found so many more things I need to buy," Ma Xiaoling said excitedly.
"Still buying? Your room is already piled full of shopping bags. We'll probably need to charter a plane just to get you back to Hong Kong. You love shopping so much—who could afford to support you in the future?" Jiang Hao said.
Ma Xiaoling rolled her eyes at Jiang Hao. "I can make my own money. Why would I