"Brother Hao, we can fly away, so why are we taking a boat?" On a passenger ship bound for Suzhou, Zhao Ling'er stood at the bow, gazing at the surging blue waters as she asked in confusion.
"I want you to see more of the world outside." Hao Shuai stood behind her with his arms around her and explained, "You spent ten years on Immortal Spirit Island and never saw the prosperity beyond it, so I want to take you on a proper trip, let you look around and broaden your horizons."
"I see." Zhao Ling'er understood, then said happily, "Actually, as long as I'm with you, Brother Hao, I'd be happy to go anywhere."
"We're husband and wife. Of course we'll always be together." Hao Shuai flicked Zhao Ling'er on the nose, his eyes full of affection.
"Mhm!" Zhao Ling'er happily rested her head against Hao Shuai's chest.
Madly in love, Zhao Ling'er felt happy simply being with the one she loved. She treated the whole trip like an outing and was completely relaxed and cheerful.
As for everything else, Hao Shuai was there to take care of it all, so she didn't have to worry.
The two leaned against each other, enjoying the scenery along the way.
As for Li Xiaoyao, Hao Shuai thought he was in the way, so he had him stay cooped up in his room refining the Dragon Blood Pill.
Ever since the Sui Dynasty opened the Grand Canal, travelers could go from Yuhang to Suzhou by water. It had also become an important trade route, and they saw plenty of sailboats coming and going as they took in the scenery on both banks.
They weren't in a hurry to get there, so they took their time!
Hao Shuai was content to accompany Ling'er