After a wonderfully restful nap, he woke feeling full of energy.
Li Nuo had planned to head to the county office, but when he stepped into the courtyard, he ran into Song Mu'er. She said she wanted to go out and stroll around.
Li Nuo thought it over and didn't refuse. Although he had been in this world for more than half a month, most days he went back and forth between the county office and home.
His mind had always been wound tight. He still hadn't had a chance to properly experience life in Chang'an.
He could stroll with her for a while and go to the county office afterward.
Before long, three figures—two adults and a child—appeared on Chang'an's bustling streets.
Li Nuo and Song Jiaren each held one of Song Mu'er's hands as they walked through Chang'an, looking every bit like a warm, loving family of three.
Steward Wu walked a few paces behind Li Nuo, keeping a close eye on the crowds. Every so often, he glanced at the young master and Young Madam, a smile spreading across his old face.
If one day he could see the young master and Young Madam holding hands like this with their own child, he would die without regrets.
After indulging in that brief fantasy, he returned his full attention to watching their surroundings.
The master had made too many enemies. Who knew how many people were secretly watching Li Manor's every move? They couldn't do anything to the master, so they were very likely to target the young master instead.
Song Mu'er was full of energy the whole way. Whenever she spotted a tasty snack or an amusing toy, she couldn't help stopping to look. When she saw street performers putting on a show, she had to