Good Disciple

Good disciple "Because..."

He Qiong's gaze flickered.

Tears seemed to glimmer in her eyes. After falling silent for quite a while, she finally drew a deep breath and said tearfully, "I have no other way! I can't find him... I tried so many methods, begged so many people, but I still can't find Master... I..."

"Huh?"

Verdant Green Maiden froze.

She hadn't expected He Qiong to burst into tears outright, and for a moment, she was at a loss.

"Y-you, don't cry. Here, wipe your tears..."

Verdant Green Maiden hurriedly raised a hand and brushed away He Qiong's tears. That concern made He Qiong pause in surprise, and she looked up at Verdant Green Maiden.

"Qing Niangzi?"

How strange.

Why did this Lady Qing give her the feeling of facing Master?

He Qiong blinked, staring blankly at Verdant Green Maiden.

Verdant Green Maiden gave a light cough, then slowly said to He Qiong, "Young Lady He, I happen to be making a trip to Lingnan and am short a guide. Would you be willing to serve as my guide?"

But upon hearing this, He Qiong frowned. She hesitated. "But I need to go beyond the pass to look for someone... I'm afraid..."

"No matter!"

"I have connections beyond the pass. You take me to Lingnan, and I'll help you find that person."

"What do you think? Is that a workable bargain?"

After Verdant Green Maiden finished speaking, He Qiong looked even more hesitant.

She thought it over and over, then finally lowered her head and softly said to Verdant Green Maiden, "But... I don't have much travel money left. If Qing Niangzi comes with me to Lingnan, I'm afraid Qing Niangzi will have to suffer along the way!"

"Tsk..."

Verdant Green Maiden clicked her tongue.

Her hand settled on He