A Safe Haven in the City Lord's Mansion

Wang Xian didn't answer. Instead, he spent half a day renting a clean, quiet courtyard in a narrow lane behind the main street, across from the general's residence.

The two of them then went on a shopping spree at the city market.

Chen Ling'er was dazzled by all the sights and had no idea how much Wang Xian had bought.

He'd even bought a whole pile of skirts and shoes for the little girl. Only then did the two of them return to the courtyard.

After Chen Ling'er had finished settling into her room, she went to the main hall.

There, Chen Xiaoyu sat in a daze, looking as if she'd only just woken up.

The little girl stared blankly at a pile of brand-new clothes, then at the mountain of snacks on the table. She let out a startled cry. "Master, are we back in Giant Dragon City?"

Wang Xian smiled. "That's right."

Chen Xiaoyu came to her senses, then furrowed her brow.

She asked, "Why didn't you take us home? And how did I end up here after dozing off in a daze?"

The little girl grinned. "That's Master's secret. I can't tell you, big sister."

Chen Ling'er thought for a moment, then said, "Wang Xian was worried something might happen... Until all the trouble is sorted out, neither you nor Xiangxiang are allowed to leave this courtyard."

Chen Xiaoyu considered it and decided that made sense.

After all, the old steward at the general's residence had retired to his hometown, and the adviser was dead.

If the general didn't hear from his adviser in three days, he'd probably go mad.

"Where are we?"

"Across from the general's residence!"

"Are you crazy?"

"You're an idiot!"

"Hee-hee, big sister really is an idiot! I think I know why Master