After returning to the Marquis's Residence, Chen Cuo did not stay long. He soon left again, taking a carriage to Green Willow Garden.
This time, though, he made a point of bringing Little Pig and Little Turtle with him.
News of Chen Cuo's departure from the residence soon reached the Prince's Residence.
"He must be on his way to the gathering," Chen Cuo's Mother said as she listened to the report. For no reason she could name, she felt a pang of reluctance. After a moment's thought, she summoned a servant and instructed him, "Go fetch Zhang Ju. I need to ask whether he's made all the arrangements so we can set off soon."
The servant accepted the order and had barely stepped out when Chen He came in. He cupped his hands and reported, "Old Madam, the Third Miss just went out. Should we call her back?"
"At last, she's willing to go out." Chen Cuo's Mother breathed a sigh of relief. "She's been cooped up in her room for days, and I was worried about her. It's good that she wants to get some air. But make sure she has guards. She has an Immortal Opportunity of her own, and Hou Andu is intent on making trouble for us. We must be careful."
Chen He nodded in agreement.
Chen Cuo's Mother sighed again. "Before, everyone turned pale at the mention of Hou Andu. Only Second Son paid him no mind. I thought he didn't understand the danger, but now I see that he's become one of the immortals. I don't know how many days he can remain among us mortals. I always hoped he'd make something of himself and bring glory to the family alongside Eldest Son. Now that I know he's leaving, I can't bear to see