Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2459 - 2395: Still Want You to Paint

The scenery here was truly stunning, and as noon approached, the pair opted for a picnic.

He approached the vehicle, swung open the door, and gently drew her outside.

At that moment, Chiang Xiao finally noticed the vast, undulating hills flanking both sides.

In the center, the path twisted and wound far into the horizon.

A brilliant azure sky stretched overhead, with pristine white clouds drifting flawlessly above, creating an ideal scene of clear skies and gentle winds.

"Brother Xinian, this view is quite lovely," Chiang Xiao inhaled deeply, sensing the crisp freshness in the air.

No souls appeared anywhere nearby, just the sharp, lively calls of birds echoing around.

"We'll eat our lunch below," Meng Xinian suggested, gesturing toward a cluster of bamboo nestled downhill along the road's edge.

Chiang Xiao paused briefly before nodding in agreement.

Considering it was mealtime, and he'd driven such a distance, sharing lunch felt like a well-deserved break.

Alone in the area, Chiang Xiao spread out the picnic blanket, and together with Meng Xinian, she unpacked noodles, a cooking pot, heated some water, and prepared the steaming dish. Soon, they savored bowls of warm noodle soup.

Satisfied after eating, Chiang Xiao let out a contented breath, "Brother Xinian, I really wish to grow some fruit trees in there. Picture using those fruits to brew wine—how tasty that would be. We could seek out serene spots to sip it now and then."

Meng Xinian, who usually avoided alcohol and tobacco, unexpectedly warmed to the notion.

"Do we have space left for planting?"

"Yes, there's room for a couple of trees at this point."

"Then we'll go ahead and plant them." Meng Xinian showed keen interest, "However, if we're doing this, we must choose wisely; let's select trees bearing the most flavorful fruit. We'll search for some soon."

"Where do we start looking?"

"We'll ask around locally. I'll find out spots with the juiciest fruit trees and pick up seedlings from there."

"Sounds good."

Following their conversation, Chiang Xiao kept thinking about additional trials with the Thousand Mile Talisman Diagram, so she gathered their things, ready to return.

They made their way back to the vehicle.

With some prior familiarity from before, Chiang Xiao no longer felt afraid, instructing Meng Xinian to maintain speed without easing up that afternoon.

Since they'd planned another test at six, Chiang Xiao promptly activated a fresh Talisman Diagram, transporting herself back to her room in the Capital City.

She'd stored the Talisman Diagram within the wardrobe, arriving directly inside it, which left her chuckling yet somewhat frustrated.

Fortunately, the wardrobe offered plenty of space.

Perhaps its ample size was why she landed within?

If not, wouldn't she have appeared just beyond it instead?

On this occasion, despite the spinning head and fatigue, her strength returned swiftly.

For the upcoming try, the span would stretch farther, potentially worsening the vertigo.

Thus, she resolved to sip a serving of ginseng tonic prepared with Pure Spirit Spring Water prior to leaving, believing it would provide substantial aid.

With time remaining until six, Chiang Xiao crafted two additional Talisman Diagrams and stepped out briefly.

Meng Xinian stayed home that day, granting Ding Haijing and the rest a holiday.

It was fortunate they were absent; such tests would prove tricky with them present.

Chiang Xiao phoned the school to request three days' absence. Unsure of the return duration from D State, she figured applying for leave upfront was smartest.

Liu Guoying answered her call, left momentarily stunned, "Requesting time off once more?"

"Teacher, haven't you grown accustomed to it already?"

"Can anyone truly adapt to something like this?" Liu Guoying's eyes bulged wide, then he recalled she couldn't witness it, so he hastily massaged his eyes.

The gesture proved pointless.

"Listen, Mr. Hu relayed a message via Teacher Ji regarding that picture; they insist you illustrate it still."