222: Chapter 222 Business Trip Routine

The next day.

The early morning sunlight slanting over the branches of the old locust tree on Taiping Old Street cast a dappled shadow on the bluestone steps of Lins Funeral Shop.

On the second floor, Ayugu's door was wide open.

This Miao Territory Saintess, who usually dominated in video games, was currently sitting cross-legged on the floor, staring with a troubled expression at a large, unzipped backpack.

Scattered on the floor were several changes of casual Miao clothes, a mess of snack packaging, and a few clay pots specifically used for culturing ordinary Gu insects.

"Taking so long just to pack a bag. Are you planning to visit relatives back home, or are you preparing to move and flee a famine?"

A somewhat lazy voice sounded at the doorway.

Lin Ye stood with his hands stuffed into the pockets of his gray hoodie, casually leaning his shoulder against the doorframe.

"Boss, what do you know?!"

Ayugu huffed as she grabbed a bag of potato chips and stuffed it into her backpack. She turned her head, her normally quick and lively large eyes now filled with undeniable anxiety and unease.

"This is called stockpiling strategic supplies! Our Hulu Ancient Village is deep in the Ten Thousand Mountains—that terrible place doesn't even have a convenience store."

"I don't even know how long my mom and the High Priest will put me under house arrest when I get back this time. If I don't bring some snacks, I'll die of cravings."

Speaking of this, Ayugu's voice dropped, her fingers mindlessly picking at the zipper of her backpack.

"Actually... Boss, there's really no need for you to wade into these muddy waters with me."

Ayugu lowered her eyes, her long eyelashes trembling slightly.

"The Mother Gu inside me started acting up yesterday. It's connected directly to the ley lines of the Ten Thousand Mountains."

"Now with the global spiritual energy resurgence, old monsters everywhere are emerging. The 'Yin Eye' suppressed under our village must have run into trouble as well. On this trip back, I'll most likely have to sacrifice myself to feed the Gu and seal that formation core."

"Even though you're a great fighter, the curses of Miao Territory don't follow physical logic. I don't want to drag Funeral Shop into this, let alone drag you down..."

Hearing this, Lin Ye couldn't help but roll his eyes dramatically.

He walked over to Ayugu and unceremoniously reached out, giving her smooth forehead a crisp flick.

"Ouch!"

Ayugu held her forehead, glaring at Lin Ye with teary eyes.

"A brain is a wonderful thing, but it's a pity you only use yours to store video games."

Lin Ye took the opportunity to give her messy hair a thorough rub.

"Did you take everything I said in the hall yesterday as hot air?"

Lin Ye leaned down slightly, stared into Ayugu's eyes, and smiled.

"Besides, do you think I'm coming back with you to play the savior for your Miao Territory? Stop giving yourself so much drama."

"I'm just tired of staying in Jiangzhou lately and want to take a vacation in the Ten Thousand Mountains, while also seeing if you Miao Territory Gu masters really have three heads and six arms."

"Furthermore, the thought of those so-called young masters and saintesses from hidden families coming to challenge me every now and then makes my head ache."

"You... you're just a big rascal!"

Ayugu scolded him with red eyes, but the corners of her lips finally curled up into a smile.

"Alright, hurry up and pack. Meet downstairs in half an hour."

Lin Ye stood up, waved his hand, turned, and walked out of the room.

...

Half an hour later, outside Funeral Shop.

The massive black george patton SUV was already running, its 12-cylinder engine emitting a deep roar.

Helena stood dutifully outside the driver's side door.

The former chief nun wore a sleek outfit of black tactical leather and black aviator sunglasses, looking sharp and heroic.

However, the moment Lin Ye emerged from the shop with Leng Yue and Frost Star, Helena's cool and elegant expression instantly crumbled. Her icy blue eyes immediately shone with obedience and respect as she stepped forward quickly to open the rear door.

"Boss, First Wife, Second Wife. The luggage is loaded, the tank is full, and the route has been imported into the navigation system. We can head out anytime."

Helena bowed slightly, revealing a hint of fair skin at her neckline, her voice soft and obedient.

"Thanks for the hard work. The road to Miao Territory isn't easy. Keep your eyes sharp while driving these next few days. If you run into any lonely ghosts or wild spirits trying to scam us, don't hit the brakes—just run them right over."

Lin Ye casually gave Helena's perky leather-clad backside a slap; the feel was incredible.

Helena trembled all over, a flush rising on her cheeks. She lowered her head, softly responding with an agreeable "Yes," and hurriedly scrambled into the driver's seat.

In the rear compartment...

Lin Ye sat squarely in the middle with a commanding posture.

To his left was Leng Yue, as ethereal and aloof as ever, dressed in a moon-white cheongsam.

After getting in, she naturally pulled Lin Ye's left arm into her embrace. Resting her lightly scented body against him, her dark gold eyes closed as she gracefully settled in to rest.

Meanwhile, Frost Star wore a loose white T-shirt and denim shorts today, clutching a large bag of potato chips in her hands.

Refusing to sit properly in her own seat, she curled her long, dazzlingly fair legs and squeezed into Lin Ye's arms like a koala.

Frost Star picked up a potato chip and held it to Lin Ye's lips, her heterochromatic eyes full of sly mischief.

"Can you two pay attention to your impact?! There's a minor in this car!"

Ayugu, watching this utterly scandalous and decadent scene through the rearview mirror, couldn't help covering her eyes as she protested loudly.

"What kind of minor are you supposed to be? You're a twenty-four-year-old adult. Back in your Miao Territory, kids your age would already be running errands."

Lin Ye shot back without even turning his head, casually pinching Frost Star's waist.

"Besides, this is called connecting with the grassroots and caring for my employees' physical and mental health. What does a single dog like you know about the highest realm of Yin and Yang harmony?"

"Bah! You old rogue!"

Ayugu spat with a red face.

Amidst a chaotic exchange of bickering, the george patton drove out of Jiangzhou City, speeding off toward the Ten Thousand Mountains in the southwest...