Xiao Mo and his party arrived at Jade Spring Lake.
As the largest lake in the Zhou Kingdom's Imperial Capital, it had always been the capital's residents' first choice for an outing.
Even more so now that the flowers known as "Autumn Arrives" were in bloom, drawing even larger crowds.
Willows swayed gently in the breeze along the lakeshore, their tender green branches like the carefully combed braids of little girls.
White-haired elders fished leisurely by Jade Spring Lake, chatting and laughing with their fellow anglers.
Young wives wore their hair in buns and strolled along the lake, holding their children's little hands.
Many scholars and literati sat in pavilions, brewing wine and tea as they discussed poetry and composed verses.
The flowers called "Autumn Arrives" looked like chrysanthemums with a hint of rose-like charm. Their stems were not long and slender, but grew close to the ground, shaped like tiny flower lanterns.
One "Autumn Arrives" flower after another dotted the lush green grass.
They truly were a beautiful sight.
A summer breeze swept by, and Xiao Mo felt himself relax.
"Your Majesty, should this old servant find you a place to sit? Drinking wine and enjoying the scenery would be a pleasure," Wei Xun said respectfully.
Xiao Mo waved a hand. "No need. I'll just take a walk."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Since His Majesty had said so, Wei Xun could only follow behind him.
The two Foundation Establishment Realm guards kept watch on their surroundings, while also keeping an eye on Xiao Mo.
Xiao Mo knew that both guards belonged to Yan Shan'ao.
Once he returned, every move he made would be reported to Yan Shan'ao.
Xiao Mo walked along the lakeside with his hands clasped behind his back.
His looks and bearing were so striking that many people,