It was Song Ruyu’s first time experiencing Shanghai up close, and everything felt fresh and fascinating.
When Ye Chen bought tickets to cruise the Huangpu River, she couldn’t help but marvel inwardly at how wonderful freedom felt.
In the afternoon, Ye Chen took her to Tawana’s concert venue.
That evening, Song Ruyu watched Tawana’s entire concert from the side of the stage. Ye Chen could tell she was utterly amazed by the experience, likely having never had the chance to attend such a performance before.
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Over the next few days, Song Ruyu stayed close to Ye Chen, never straying more than ten meters from his side, no matter where they went.
Notably, Ye Chen hadn’t asked her to do so, it was entirely her own choice.
Tawana’s performances were flawless, and after her final show concluded successfully, she planned to stay in Shanghai for two more days to do some live streams, promoting the city to international audiences for free.
Her previous live stream in Beijing had sparked an unprecedented surge in tourists, with countless foreign visitors flocking to the city, making Beijing the world’s hottest travel destination.
While Tawana stayed to stream, Ye Chen didn’t wait for the final concert to end. Instead, he drove Song Ruyu overnight, leaving Shanghai for Jinling.
On the road, Song Ruyu was visibly excited, eager to see the city where Ye Chen lived and to meet Yun Ruge, one of the four earls, Earl Dingyuan.
She couldn’t help but ask, “Mr. Ye, what kind of person is Earl Dingyuan? Is she easy to get along with?”
Ye Chen thought for a moment and said, “I haven’t interacted much with Earl Dingyuan, but I can assure you she’s quite approachable. Plus, both of you are under pressure to detoxify, so you can help and support each other in this matter.”
Ye Chen brought her to the Champs-Élysées Hot Spring Hotel, where she finally met the much-anticipated Yun Ruge.
When Ye Chen introduced Song Ruyu to Yun Ruge, Yun was pleasantly surprised, saying, “Hello, Miss Song! Mr. Ye has mentioned you many times, and I’ve been looking forward to your arrival!”
Song Ruyu still carried some lingering effects from her time with the Po Qing Society. Seeing the stunningly beautiful Yun Ruge, she felt awe and respectfully clasped her fists, bowing humbly with utmost deference, “This subordinate greets Earl Dingyuan!”
Yun Ruge gave a self-deprecating smile, “Earl Dingyuan is a thing of the past. You can just call me by my name from now on, no need for titles. That was a name Wu Feiyan gave me, and I’ve never liked it. Also, don’t call yourself my subordinate, we have no formal hierarchy.”
Song Ruyu realized she was no longer part of the Po Qing Society.
Flustered, she said humbly, “My apologies, Miss Yun, I was presumptuous!”
Yun Ruge smiled faintly, “No worries, I just have a deep hatred for the Po Qing Society, so I’m a bit particular. Please don’t mind.”
Ye Chen spoke up, “From today, Miss Song will stay here as well. Miss Yun, if you have any insights, feel free to share them with Miss Song. I’ll visit you both often when I have time, I’ll prepare tomorrow and come see you in the afternoon.”
“No problem,” both women nodded in agreement.
Ye Chen planned to bring two Peiyuan Pills tomorrow. While the pills couldn’t detoxify them, they could significantly boost their strength and the intensity of their spiritual energy, which would be a tremendous help.
