Chapter 1120: News About Bai Xifeng’s Return Spread
Chapter 1120: Chapter 1120: News About Bai Xifeng’s Return Spread
"I... I understand! Thank you for the warning!" The traveller nodded frantically, breaking out in a cold sweat.
Meanwhile, Bai Xifeng and her friends remounted their contracted beasts and trotted casually into the wide, bustling streets of the Capital City.
"Man, we even had to show our personal identification tokens just to step through the front gates. What a hassle." Ning Shoukai grumbled from atop his mount, stretching his arms.
"Well, the Emperor himself resides in this very city." Xie Lanying chuckled softly, glancing around at the heavily guarded streets. "Naturally, the imperial guards have to be extra strict regarding security. They are terrified that someone with malicious intentions might slip into the Capital and attempt to harm His Majesty."
"We are going to my family’s residence first and staying there for a few days to rest." Bai Xifeng announced to the group.
"Hmm... That sounds like a wonderful plan." Xie Lanying nodded in agreement.
With their path decided, the group turned down the central avenue and headed straight toward the prominent Great General Residence.
News of Bai Xifeng’s grand return on the back of a terrifying three-headed beast spread like wildfire throughout every corner of the Capital City. Before long, even the high-ranking members of the Imperial Family had caught wind of her high-profile arrival.
Naturally, the Bai Family household received the news of Bai Xifeng’s return almost immediately. Old Madam Bai had already received several detailed letters from Bai Chunhua regarding Bai Xifeng’s unexpected enrollment into the prestigious Tianlong School. The old woman had never anticipated that the useless little bitch would actually manage to gain entry into such a world-renowned academy.
Sitting nearby, Han Yunru gnashed her teeth in sheer bitterness the moment Bai Xifeng’s name was mentioned. Seeing everyone in the city singing Bai Xifeng’s praises filled her heart with venom. In her mind, all of that glory, praise, and admiration should have belonged exclusively to her own precious daughter, Bai Chunhua!
Bai Chao, on the other hand, was overcome with pure joy when he heard the glorious news of his young lady’s return. Upon receiving word that Bai Xifeng had brought several distinguished friends back with her, the loyal housekeeper immediately ordered the kitchen staff to mobilise and prepare a massive, lavish feast. After all, he knew better than anyone else just how much his young lady loved to eat good food!
When Bai Xifeng finally arrived at the front gates of her home, Bai Chao was already standing outside to welcome her with a broad, beaming smile.
"Young Lady Bai... Welcome home..." Bai Chao greeted, bowing respectfully with visible delight.
"Hmm... I am home, Uncle Chao," Bai Xifeng stated with a relaxed smile.
She then turned around to face her fellow friends, introducing them to Bai Chao one by one.
"Welcome to the Great General Bai Residence." Bai Chao greeted Bai Xifeng’s friends warmly. "Your journey must have been long and tiring. Please, follow the servants to rest first. Later, once everything is prepared, I will personally send someone to call you all for dinner."
"That sounds great!" Bai Xifeng’s eyes shone brightly the second she heard the word ’dinner’.
"Don’t worry, Young Lady. I have already instructed the kitchen to prepare a grand feast for you tonight." Bai Chao could not help but laugh softly.
"You really are the best, Uncle Chao." Bai Xifeng gave Bai Chao an enthusiastic thumbs-up.
Bai Chao promptly ordered the estate servants to lead Bai Xifeng’s friends to the guest quarters.
When Xie Lanying stepped inside her assigned room, she was pleasantly surprised by the elegant, lavish setup. The guest quarters were surprisingly high-end and beautifully furnished. If even the guest rooms were this luxurious, she could not help but wonder how grand the master quarters looked! She silently made a mental note to go over and sneak a peek at Bai Xifeng’s room later.
Meanwhile, Bai Xifeng pushed open the doors to her private room. The space was completely unchanged from the day she had left for the academy. There was not even a single trace of dust anywhere in sight. She quickly cleaned up, washed her face, and changed into a fresh set of clothes before diving straight onto the grand bed.
"Ah... It feels so good to be back." Bai Xifeng sighed comfortably, sprawling out across the soft mattress.
The bedding smelled crisp and freshly laundered, a clear sign that Bai Chao had personally ordered new sheets put out the moment he heard news of her return. Drifting off in the familiar, peaceful environment, she slowly closed her eyes and fell into a deep sleep.
"Young Miss... Young Miss... Please wake up..."
A soft, familiar voice gently called out to her, urging her to wake up. The voice called her name once more, ringing softly in the quiet room. As Bai Xifeng’s mind gradually cleared from sleep, she suddenly noticed a distinct detail. In the entire household, there was only one specific person who ever called her ’Young Miss’ in that precise, affectionate tone. And that person was...
Bai Xifeng snapped her eyes open instantly.
"It really is you!" Bai Xifeng exclaimed as her eyes landed on Xiao Li for the very first time in months.
"Young Miss!" Xiao Li greeted her with a bright, joyful smile, her eyes sparkling with happiness.
Bai Xifeng sat up on the bed, nodding several times in approval as she took a good, careful look at her loyal maid. Xiao Li had certainly grown up nicely during her absence. She was no longer the tiny, timid little girl who used to anxiously trail behind her everywhere she went. Bai Xifeng was busy praising Xiao Li’s healthy transformation in her head until her roving gaze suddenly dropped down to Xiao Li’s chest.
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