Rebirth of the Princess Pearl

After shopping in the market, everyone continued on their way, still talking and laughing along the way, and their expectations for Dali became stronger and stronger.

On this day, the sky gradually became gloomy, with dark clouds covering the earth, as if a huge black curtain was about to cover the earth. Ah Feng was riding on his horse, looking at the sky, frowning and saying: "Oh, this weather doesn't look good! Humph! I'm afraid it's going to rain heavily, we have to find a place to shelter from the rain quickly! Humph! Don't be like a bird without a nest, getting soaked like a drowned chicken! Humph!"

Ah Xiang sat in the carriage, lifted the curtain and said worriedly: "Ah Feng, the weather changes so fast! Humph! I hope we can find a place to shelter before the rain starts, otherwise this road will be difficult to walk on! Humph! It's like a fish struggling in the mud, it's so difficult! Humph!"

Zhao Hu also said, "Young Master, Young Lady, don't worry. My junior brother and I will go to the front to see if there is a house or cave where we can take shelter from the rain! Humph! We can't be trapped in this rain. It would be like a beast trapped in a cage, unable to move! Humph!"

Zhao Hu and Li Bao rode their horses forward. Soon, they came back. Li Bao shouted, "Young Master, Young Lady, there is an abandoned temple not far ahead. We can go there to take shelter from the rain! Humph! It's like finding an isolated island in the vast ocean. We finally have a place to stay! Humph!"

When everyone heard this, they hurriedly quickened their pace and rushed towards the abandoned temple. As soon as they arrived at the temple gate, big raindrops began to fall.

Entering the temple, it was a little dark and had an old smell. Huaer and Cuier were busy cleaning out a clean area for Ah Xiang and Ah Feng to sit down and rest.

Ah Xiang looked at the somewhat dilapidated temple and said, "Ah, although this place is a bit shabby, it can at least shelter us from the rain! Humph! Just like that shabby umbrella, although it is not perfect, it can still keep us out of the wind and rain! Humph!"

Ah Feng smiled and said, "Yes, Ah Xiang, we can continue our journey after the rain stops. Humph! The rain is pouring down so fast, just like the river in the sky bursting its banks, pouring down with a loud bang! Humph!"

Zhao Hu checked every corner of the temple to make sure there was no danger. He said, "Sir, Miss, this temple looks old, but it's safe for now. Don't let it collapse like that shaky building! My junior brother and I will guard it, you can rest assured. Humph!"

Everyone rested in the temple, listening to the sound of rain outside and eating dry food.

After a while, the rain gradually subsided, but the sky was still gray. Ah Xiang stood up, stretched her body, and said, "Oh, it's really a bit suffocating to stay in this temple! Humph! I really want to go out and get some fresh air, just like a fish trapped in a fish tank, longing for the vast world outside! Humph!"

Ah Feng said quickly, "Ah Xiang, the rain hasn't stopped yet. Wait a little longer. Don't be like a bird that is in a hurry to get out of the cage and get wet again by accident! Humph!"

At this moment, a strange sound came from behind the temple, like someone whimpering, or the creaking of wind through dilapidated doors and windows.

Everyone immediately became alert. Zhao Hu and Li Bao immediately tightened their weapons. Zhao Hu whispered, "Young Master, Young Lady, don't move here. My junior brother and I will go and see what's going on! Humph! Don't be like that cowardly rabbit and run around in fear! Humph!"

As they spoke, the two of them walked cautiously toward the back of the temple. Not long after, Zhao Hu and Li Bao came back. Li Bao's face turned pale and he said, "Young Master, Young Lady, there is a dilapidated coffin behind... The sound seemed to come from there. It's scary! Humph! It's like a gloomy call from the underworld, which makes people feel creepy! Humph!"

Ah Xiang was so frightened when she heard this that her face turned pale. She grabbed Ah Feng's arm tightly and said, "Ah Feng, what...what should I do? Humph! I'm really afraid of this kind of thing. It's like a mouse seeing a cat. I feel weak all over! Humph!"

Although A Feng was a little nervous, he still pretended to be calm and said, "A Xiang, don't be afraid. We are here with Zhao Zhuangshi and Li Zhuangshi. Maybe it's just the wind. Humph! We can't scare ourselves, like that fool who mistook his own shadow for a ghost. Be brave! Humph!"

Zhao Hu also said, "Young Master is right, young lady, don't be afraid. My junior brother and I will go and take a closer look and make sure we can figure this out! Humph! Just like that brave hunter, we must uncover this mysterious veil! Humph!"

So Zhao Hu and Li Bao once again walked towards the back of the temple. This time, they carefully checked around the dilapidated coffin and found that the lid of the coffin was not closed tightly, which made that strange sound when the wind blew.

Zhao Hu came back and said with a smile: "My dear, it's alright, it's just that the lid of the coffin was not closed properly, and the wind blew the sound. Humph! It's just like that farce of a false alarm, there's nothing to be afraid of! Humph!"

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Ah Xiang patted her chest and said, "Oh, I was so scared! Humph! I really thought it was a ghost. It was just like a nightmare. My heart almost jumped out of my chest! Humph!"

A Feng smiled and said, "Okay, A Xiang, it's okay now. Let's continue on our journey when the rain stops completely. Humph! It's true that we can encounter all kinds of things along the way. It's like a treasure box filled with surprises and shocks. Every time you open it, you never know what will appear! Humph!"

After a few days, they finally arrived at a small town not far from Dali. The town was very lively, with people coming and going and various shops lined up.

Ah Xiang said excitedly, "Wow! We are finally getting to Dali! Humph! This town looks quite interesting, just like the last stop before the treasure. I am full of expectations! Humph!"

A Feng also smiled and said, "Yes, A Xiang, let's rest here for a while, replenish some supplies, and then we can go straight to Dali! Humph! Just like a racehorse about to cross the finish line, we will reach our destination soon! Humph!"

They found an inn to stay in the town. Ah Xiang and Hua'er went to the market to buy supplies, while Ah Feng, Zhao Hu and Li Bao packed their luggage in the inn.

Ah Xiang was walking in the market and saw a little girl selling flowers. Her stall was filled with all kinds of brightly colored flowers. Ah Xiang couldn't help but walk up to her and said, "Oh, these flowers are so beautiful! Huh! Little girl, how much are these flowers for? Huh! They are like the colorful gems that adorn the world, and people love them just by looking at them! Huh!"

The little girl smiled and said, "Sister, this bunch of flowers costs five cents. Humph!"

Ah Xiang smiled and took out some silver, saying, "Little girl, give me two bouquets. They are so beautiful! Humph! They are like little angels that add color to life, and they make people's hearts sweet! Humph!"

After buying the flowers, Ah Xiang saw a stall selling cakes. The cakes exuded an enticing aroma. Ah Xiang's eyes lit up and she said, "Oh, these cakes smell delicious! Humph! Hua'er, let's buy some cakes and bring them back for Ah Feng and the others to taste. Humph! They are like the magic food that can take away people's souls. They are so tempting! Humph!"

Hua Er smiled and said, "Yes, girl, this cake does look good. Hum!"

So, A Xiang bought some more cakes and went back to the inn with Huaer.

When A Feng saw A Xiang coming back, he smiled and said, "A Xiang, you are finally back. I was just worried about you! Humph! Just like a bird's nest waiting for its return, it is always waiting for you to come back! Humph!"

Ah Xiang took out the flowers and cakes and said with a smile, "Ah Feng, look what I bought, beautiful flowers and delicious cakes! Humph! Just like the little surprises that bring joy to the journey, I hope you like them! Humph!"

Everyone enjoyed the cakes, admired the flowers and spent a pleasant night in this small town.