Clouds and Moon Shadow

Chapter 79 The Spring of the Face-Obsessed

“Hey, Mr. Gu, this menu of yours—it’s called a menu, right? How did you come up with that? It’s a great idea,” he said, flipping over the menu and pointing to the matcha cake and fruit cake, “What exactly are these cakes? Are they sweet, savory, or spicy? Are they good?”

Seeing that the young man was about to keep asking questions, Gu Qingyue quickly called Yue Shen, who was waiting behind her, and gestured for him to go to the kitchen to order the menu. These two were distinguished guests and could not be neglected. Only then did she carefully introduce them to Mu Jinyan.

As Mu Yun Chu watched the two boys excitedly talking about food with their heads close together, Gu Qing Yue's eyes shone like stars falling into the sea, sparkling and shimmering. For some reason, he felt uneasy.

For a quarter of an hour, neither of them paid any attention to Mu Yun Chu until Gu Qing Yue came to her senses and quickly refilled his tea.

"Young Master Gu, is this Wenxiang Pavilion yours? Are you the owner?" Mu Jinyan looked up and saw Gu Qingyue pouring water for his seventh uncle, so he quickly went over.

"Just call me Qingyue, or Doctor Gu will do," Gu Qingyue said, changing the subject instead of answering the boy's question.

Besides, she plans to remain behind the scenes in the future. She only spends a little more time in the store during the initial opening phase because she doesn't want her identity as the owner to be exposed.

"Dr. Gu? You're a doctor? Then how come you're doing the accounting behind the counter? And you know so much about the tea and snacks at Wenxianglou?" the young man pressed on.

"Yes, I'm a doctor. I'm here at Wenxianglou to help a friend," Gu Qingyue said vaguely.

Mu Yun Chu, who was opposite him, could tell that he did not want to answer the question, so she changed the subject.

"Young Master Qingyue, the Lizhou camp is recruiting military doctors. I wonder if you are interested?" Mu Yun Chu thought of the young man's abilities and felt it would be a pity if he could not be recruited into her ranks.

"A military doctor?" Gu Qingyue was surprised to hear this news, her brows furrowing slightly. Had they already resorted to recruiting doctors from the civilian population? Was the war situation getting serious?

Looking at the slightly surprised young man in front of her, Mu Yun Chu admired his keenness and said, "Yes, military doctor. Currently, our Great Chu is fighting in many places with Nanzhao, and there are many wounded soldiers, but there is a shortage of military doctors. I see that Qing Yue is very skilled in medicine at such a young age, so I would like to ask if you are willing to do your part for Great Chu?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Qingyue's mind raced with a thousand thoughts.

She had been thinking for a long time about how to find the person who needed the purple jade pendant at the military camp. All she knew was that he might be a soldier, but she had no other clues.

She tried many methods but couldn't find any useful information, especially regarding Manager Zhang, whom she still couldn't contact.

Before she went to gather herbs last time, she also went to Liufang Pavilion in Lizhou Prefecture. She heard that Manager Zhang had been sent elsewhere by his employer, and Liufang Pavilion in Liquan County had also been temporarily closed, which made her extremely depressed.

Last time, I was in such a hurry to find out what Mu Bei was looking for that soldier that I forgot to ask Manager Zhang what he looked like. Alas, even the best-laid plans can go wrong. Now it's not easy to find out what that person looks like.

However, there is now an opportunity to go to the Lizhou camp, but... what about these young people?

Should I become a military doctor? That might make it easier to gather information about him. However, it's dangerous to be with the army. Although it's not about fighting on the battlefield, swords can be deadly. What if I get hit by a stray arrow?

Ah, bah bah bah!

Her career had just begun, and it would be frustrating and regrettable if she died.

After thinking for a moment, Gu Qingyue cupped her hands in a respectful gesture to Mu Yun Chu: "Please forgive me, Young Master Mu, I need to consider this carefully."

Mu Yun Chu wasn't in a hurry. He found it somewhat amusing to watch Gu Qing Yue's constantly changing expressions. He nodded understandingly and was very polite.

Mu Jinyan watched the two of them chatting back and forth, seemingly quite familiar with each other. He tilted his head in surprise and stroked his chin. He had never seen his Seventh Uncle treat anyone so calmly and politely. It seemed that this Young Master Gu was no ordinary person!

After the tea and snacks were served, Yue Shen, the tea master in the private room, performed a tea ceremony for the two of them and very perceptively explained to them in detail how to eat the tea and snacks. This surprised and delighted Mu Yun Chu and Mu Jin Yan. After they finished their tea, Mu Yun Chu generously gave Yue Shen a ten-tael silver ingot as a reward before leaving with Mu Jin Yan, who was still enjoying his milk tea.

Gu Qingyue returned to the Gu residence when the moon was high in the sky.

She sat wearily into the bathtub, feeling the warm water on her skin. It was so comfortable and cozy that Gu Qingyue couldn't help but lean her head back against the edge of the tub.

She pondered Mu Xiaoqi's words from earlier that day, and her brows gradually furrowed.

Deep down, she really wanted to go.

On one hand, practicing medicine is her pursuit in this life; on the other hand, she also hopes to find the person who seeks the Purple Jade Pendant as soon as possible to find out the original owner's background; thirdly, the original owner died in the massacre of Nanzhao, and she must avenge the original owner. She is very determined on this point.

She needs an opportunity to do all this.

Does the one in front of us count?

After drying herself, Gu Qingyue picked up a fine white cotton cloth from the clothes rack and slowly wrapped it around her chest. Looking at her increasingly curvaceous and graceful figure, Gu Qingyue felt a headache coming on.

Especially after body tempering, the body becomes increasingly light and agile, and the figure seems to be developing faster and faster. How long can it be hidden?

There was another reason why she hesitated to accept Mu Xiaoqi's suggestion: she was afraid of her identity being exposed. It was hard to imagine what the consequences would be if a woman infiltrated a military camp and was discovered.

Looking at her body getting better and better over the past six months, and her development being exactly the same as her previous life, she was very healthy. Although she was not yet fourteen years old, she already had the beauty and charm of a young girl.

They can't hide it for much longer!

Unless she could endure prolonged chest tightness and shortness of breath, the chest binder had to be wrapped very tightly. At this moment, she somewhat missed her withered, bean sprout-like figure when she first transmigrated.

Never mind, she'll just sneak in first; she's confident she can get out on her own.

After getting dressed, Gu Qingyue sat down in front of the lamp and began to think about the training plan for the boys and the operation of Yueying Pavilion. Currently, the main building of Yueying Pavilion is temporarily located in Wenxiang Tower. She needs to arrange everything before going to the Lizhou camp.

It wasn't until the third watch of the night that Gu Qingyue put down her pen and fell asleep.

Seven days later, at Wenxiang Tower.

Gu Qingyue was in the backyard with Rong Qingqing choosing new tea sets when Steward Wang rushed in and said, "Master, there's a young master Mu looking for you. He says he has something to discuss."

Gu Qingyue raised an eyebrow slightly. They've only been here a few days; they seem quite eager.

Gu Qingyue put down the porcelain teacup in her hand, greeted Rong Qingqing, and walked towards the front hall.

As Gu Qingyue turned and walked towards the front hall, Steward Wang lowered his eyes and followed respectfully behind her.

Manager Wang understood that although the owner was still young, he was quite shrewd. The furnishings and layout of Wenxiang Tower, as well as all the staff training arrangements, all bore the imprint of this young man, and his methods were truly remarkable. He had immense respect for him.

Thinking of this, I became even more respectful and full of enthusiasm.

Upon entering the main hall and passing the screen depicting towering mountains, flowing water, and centuries-old pines, one sees the man standing motionless, his hands tucked behind his back, quietly watching the miniature landscape in the center of the hall. Below the landscape is an exquisite little fishpond, where red fish swim happily to and fro, creating a striking contrast with the man in his jade-colored long robe, tall and slender, exuding an air of aloofness.

Gu Qingyue observed quietly for a few moments. His profile was incomparably handsome and bright, and the rays of sunlight shining through the window gave his handsome features a ring of pale gold.

Gu Qingyue felt her breathing become erratic, as if her heart had been struck by something. This unparalleled elegance and demeanor were most likely to disturb one's mind.

The spring of the "face-value fanatic" has arrived unexpectedly, my apologies!

A few breaths later, Gu Qingyue felt so jealous that she wanted to lose her teeth. It was so 'filthy'. She felt guilty for not being able to resist the visual assault from time to time.

Seeing the man about to turn around, Gu Qingyue spoke first: "Young Master Mu."

Mu Yun Chu turned around leisurely. He had just sensed someone beside him, and their gaze was intense, making him a little uncomfortable.

"Young Master Qingyue, it's been a few days," Mu Yun Chu said.

"Yes, it's been a few days. Young Master Mu, have you been missing the tea and snacks from our Wenxiang Pavilion?" Gu Qingyue replied with a smile.

“That’s natural; the tea at Wenxianglou is unique,” ​​Mu Yun Chu said, her expression stern but her eyes gentle.

"Please come upstairs," Gu Qingyue said respectfully, bowing to the other party.