I became the God Brother of the Regent King after Transmigration!-Chapter 280 - 206: Each Person’s Decision (Part 2)

Chapter 280: Chapter 206: Each Person’s Decision (Part 2)

Gu Lan packed her things, hesitated for a moment, and took out one of the jars of candy from her backpack.

It was peach-flavored, something that Rong Heng would probably like.

Originally, both jars were for her, but now she’s giving half to Rong Heng!

She sealed up her backpack and called for Zipei.

"What are your orders, Young Master?"

"Tomorrow, have Zijin go to the palace and give this to Rong Heng." Gu Lan pointed at the jar of candy.

Zipei looked puzzled: "Give it to the Fifth Prince? Why should I ask Zijin to go to the palace? Couldn’t you just instruct Zijin directly?"

Gu Lan replied, "Zijin is already asleep, and I don’t want to disturb her."

Zipei thought: So you’re okay with disturbing me?

Zipei said tearfully, "I... just fell asleep too, does the Young Master believe that?"

Gu Lan looked puzzled and asked back, "What does you falling asleep have to do with me?"

Zipei: "..."

He sighed, telling himself that he’s already used to it. Zijin is a girl, it’s normal for the Young Master to like her... Oh wait, the Young Master is fond of boys too... That doesn’t seem right either, the Young Master likes both men and women!

Zipei hugged the candy, intending to leave, but then remembered something, so he turned back to ask, "Wait, Young Master, you still have to attend classes at the Imperial Family, why not give it to the Fifth Prince in person?"

Gu Lan snorted and said haughtily, "Mind your own business, and don’t you dare sneak any of it."

After Zipei left yawning, Gu Lan also left her room.

She quietly passed through Step Lotus Hall and reached Madam Zhou’s room.

Madam Zhou and her maid were sleeping soundly. Gu Lan took a sneaky glance at them, left a letter, and then moved on to Old Madam Gu’s room.

Uncle Li was out handling information, and even the Hidden Guard of the Marquis Mansion didn’t notice her stealthy movements.

Inside Old Madam Gu’s room, incense burned gently. The Old Madam was sleeping deeply, snoring and drooling. Gu Lan watched for a while and couldn’t resist gently wiping the corner of her mouth.

Returning to her room, she found some fabric she bought during the day and took out the Longquan Treasure Sword and the Tiger Head Golden Spear.

Both were rare weapons; the shaft of the Tiger Head Golden Spear glimmered with a faint golden glow in the night, and the sword scabbard of the Longquan Treasure Sword was adorned with red gemstones, exuding a noble aura.

Gu Lan had purchased coarse linen. She tore the fabric and wrapped it around the spear and sword scabbard, tying them with fine hemp rope.

The brilliant glow of both weapons was covered inch by inch by the linen, making them appear ordinary and unrecognizable.

Just then, Zijin knocked on the door and entered.

"Zijin, weren’t you asleep?" Gu Lan was surprised, but continued to wrap the fabric without hiding anything from Zijin.

Zijin smiled and said, "How could I sleep when the Young Master is leaving?"

Gu Lan was startled and said nothing.

"This is the Dayan Marching Map given to Geng Tao by Geng Gong when the Marquis returned. It’s detailed with the cities and terrains," Zijin said, pulling out a map on parchment, "far more accurate than the one you had Zipei find."

Gu Lan took the map and examined it; indeed, it was a very detailed map.

Zijin pulled out a bundle, "Inside are some rations and silver. I prepared them for you, Young Master. They’re mostly broken silver for convenience, as well as your favorite folding fan for summer and a spice packet left for you by the Marquis, also tucked inside."

Gu Lan accepted the bundle, opened it, and quietly placed the items Zijin prepared for her into her canvas backpack.

Unexpectedly, Zijin knew she was leaving.

As Gu Lan stuffed her clothes inside, Zijin quickly took them away.

With a few quick folds, she neatly organized the clothes before placing them back, speaking softly:

"Young Master, sometimes you don’t seem like a girl, nor like your old self. During this time, I won’t be able to take care of you, so please take care of your health, and even though you’re skilled in martial arts, don’t act recklessly because you’re a girl. If you run out of stamina, what then... and another thing..."

"Thank you, Zijin," Gu Lan said softly.

She always thought Zijin was just a little maid, but since she arrived in this book, she’s the one who took care of her.

Zijin lifted her head, gazing at Gu Lan, her smile gentle but with something lurking in her eyes: "Why thank a servant, Young Master?"

Finally, Zijin finished packing Gu Lan’s things, while Gu Lan also finished binding her spear and sword.

Zijin watched as Gu Lan slung her backpack over her shoulders and said quietly, "Take care, Young Master. The servant will await your safe return."

From start to finish, she didn’t ask Gu Lan a single question nor did she stop her from doing what she wanted.

Gu Lan nodded, "When I’m back, I’ll buy you cloud pastries... oh, and watch over Zipei; don’t let him sneak any of the candy I gave Brother Hang."

"Understood, my lady."

Gu Lan slung the sword, then the spear wrapped in coarse linen, changed into lightweight yet warm clothing, and wore the inner armor given to her by the Zhou family, tying her hairband tightly as she ventured into the night.

She went straight to the Marquis Mansion’s stable, selecting the youngest, strongest chestnut horse.

"From now on, you’ll be called Hong."

Gu Lan patted Hong’s furry ears, whispering in its ear.

Hong: "..."

Gu Lan thought it should like the name a lot, otherwise why would it snort at her?

Carrying the waist badge of the Princely Heir of the Marquis Mansion, and her identity as Captain of the Cavalry, the City Guard dared not stop her, allowing her to easily ride out of the city on horseback.

Even if Rong Jing or Madam Zhou found out the next day, it wouldn’t matter.

Rong Jing intended to send word to Rong Shuo anyway, informing him of Wei Country’s impending mobilization and to be vigilant.

She was heading to the Southern Border. Only by personally being there could she learn where Wei Country would start their attack, and whether it would be Cang Wind Port, something she had been determined to find out.

She was also afraid that Rong Shuo might lose his life in his first battle.

Along the way, she could also avoid Rong Heng.

Out of the city, Gu Lan galloped north, not stopping until Hong was panting heavily. She then dismounted, took out a piece of candy, and popped it into her mouth.

A mint candy, cool and refreshing like the night breeze, easing the fiery urgency from her earlier.

She turned back, glancing at the path she came from.

In the darkness, only a few lights flickered at the edge of the sky.

And with that, she had left the Capital City.

Gu Lan crushed the mint candy, waking up a bit, murmuring to herself, "So tired, wished I had left in the morning like Yuan Lang after a good sleep."

If not for fearing Madam Zhou and the others would disapprove of her going to the Southern Border, or send someone to chase her, she wouldn’t have left in the middle of the night.

"So impatient, Young Master Gu goes off to find Yuan Lang."

"Why would I find him? I’m going to—"

Gu Lan was halfway through speaking when she felt a chill down her spine.

Who on earth was speaking out here this late at night?

The voice sounded familiar, too.

She grabbed Hong’s mane, turning her head, and met Rong Heng’s deep, abyss-like eyes.

Gu Lan slowly lifted her head. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

There was no moon tonight,

would she still dream?