However, Bai Chunhua was bound to be disappointed. She did not see any blood or signs of chaos. The courtyard was squeaky clean, as if nothing had ever happened.
"Second Young Miss." Xiao Li greeted Bai Chunhua humbly.
"Where is Third Sister? Is she still sleeping? It is not good for a young girl to wake up so late in the morning." Bai Chunhua said with a faint smile.
The maids behind her sneered quietly when they heard their Young Miss say that.
"I don't think it's related to you whether I wake up early or not."
Bai Xifeng opened the door of her room and looked straight at Bai Chunhua.
Bai Chunhua observed Bai Xifeng carefully. There were no signs of exhaustion on her face. In fact, Bai Xifeng seemed to be looking better than ever. To be honest, she appeared to be growing more and more beautiful.
"It seems Third Sister slept very well last night." Bai Chunhua commented meaningfully.
"Of course." Bai Xifeng smiled calmly. Then she casually changed the topic. "By the way, why are you coming to my courtyard so early in the morning? Are you planning to have breakfast with me?"
"No need. I have already eaten." Bai Chunhua replied stiffly.
"I see. Then you may leave. It's not very comfortable having someone stare at you while you're eating." Bai Xifeng said bluntly, clearly chasing her away.
Bai Chunhua could not say anything at that moment. She could only turn around and leave Bai Xifeng's courtyard unwillingly.
Xiao Li soon served Bai Xifeng her breakfast. After eating, Bai Xifeng decided to practice making elixirs. She did not want Xiao Li or anyone else to disturb her. So she told Xiao Li that she wanted to sleep and did not wish to be disturbed. She even mentioned that she would not need lunch that day.
Bai Xifeng stepped into the Mirror World. Baishe, who had been in the form of an earring, returned to his original form.
Baishe watched as Bai Xifeng practised making elixirs. He had to admit that Bai Xifeng was truly talented in the pharmacist profession. She had already skipped the Apprentice rank, just like she had done in alchemy.
The pills and elixirs she produced had nearly 100% efficiency—something very few people could ever achieve.
"I think your rank has already reached the Ancestor level in both pharmacy and alchemy," Baishe commented thoughtfully. "Some of the poisons in your body could be treated by a Lord-Rank Pharmacist. You should continue practicing so you can reach the Lord Rank soon."
Bai Xifeng looked at the elixirs and pills she had made. She began to consider selling them. She wondered how much she could earn from these items. That was when she thought of going to Shanghai House to sell them.
She put some of the pills aside. She planned to give them to Xiao Li. That girl could cultivate, but she had neglected her own cultivation in order to take care of Bai Xifeng.
"I'm thinking of going to Shanghai House tonight." Bai Xifeng said with a grin.
"I will accompany you." Baishe nodded.
Bai Xifeng came out of her room in the evening when the sky began to darken.
"Young Miss, you finally came out. Are you hungry?" Xiao Li asked worriedly.
Bai Xifeng's stomach immediately answered for her with a loud growl.
Xiao Li was stunned for a moment before letting out a small laugh.
"I will go and prepare dinner for Young Miss." Xiao Li said quickly.
"No need. I'm planning to go out tonight." Bai Xifeng replied.
"Going out at this hour? It is dangerous for a young girl like Young Miss to wander around the city at night." Xiao Li said anxiously.
"Who said I'm going out as a young girl?" Bai Xifeng grinned mischievously.
"Young Miss, do you mean you will go out disguised as a young boy like before?" Xiao Li remembered the time her Young Miss had sneaked out wearing male clothes.
"Yes. That's exactly what I plan to do." Bai Xifeng grinned widely.
"Young Miss, you must be careful. Even if you are dressed as a boy, you could still be in danger. Some people have strange tastes. They might try to abduct you." Xiao Li warned seriously.
"Oh, so there are perverts in this world too? Well, I suppose all worlds are the same." Bai Xifeng muttered.
Some people truly had strange tastes. An adult man liking a young boy… an adult man liking a very young girl… an adult woman liking a young boy… The more Bai Xifeng thought about it, the more she shivered.
"I'll go now. You can have dinner first." Bai Xifeng said before excusing herself.
Baishe helped her teleport outside the Bai Residence and assisted her in putting on her disguise. Once she was dressed as a young man, Bai Xifeng began walking toward the market.
A lively night scene of the ancient city unfolded before her eyes.
She quickly remembered her purpose for coming out tonight. She would handle her business first. After that, she could wander around and enjoy the night market.
Soon, she arrived at Shanghai House. It was far more lively at night than during the daytime.
She entered the establishment and showed the token that Si Ji Huang had given her during their previous meeting.
The shopkeeper examined the token and immediately led Bai Xifeng to a private room at the back. He politely asked her to wait for a moment while he informed the manager of her arrival.
Bai Xifeng nodded calmly. She was soon served tea and some refreshments. She did not hesitate to enjoy the special treatment.
As she looked around, she could tell that Shanghai House was extremely wealthy. The decorations were elegant and luxurious.
She sighed softly when she thought about her own courtyard. It was old and shabby.
That old hag truly lived up to being a step-grandmother, neglecting her step-granddaughter so openly.
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