Chapter 478 - DEMON KING’S NAME (2/2)

”And we will speak of it. But first, take a short rest, and we will discuss it over dinner.” Yuan Haoran said and gestured to the old woman at the door.

Hu Lei was surprised at the stealth of the servant. She was strong and walked quietly, despite her advanced age. The strange thing was her physical condition and appearance did not match. From the eyes with cataracts to the dry and wrinkled skin, she did not seem like she could walk properly, let alone swiftly.

Zhong Feng wanted to refuse, but Hu Lei shook her head. She planned to look at their environment first before the discussion. If things did not go well, she wanted to be sure that they could leave unscathed. She would never take their safety for granted.

The old woman led them to a guest bedroom on the first floor of the castle. Hu Lei looked through the window with interest. She was surprised by the beauty of the mountains as the last rays of sunlight disappeared.

Then, she turned and ȧssessed the escape options. The space outside the window did not have offer much, but the walls were made of stone, and the ground was covered in thick snow. If there was a desperate situation, they could jump out somehow.

”Why do you think he lives here with only one helper?” Hu Lei turned and looked at Zhong Feng. He had a stern expression as he surveyed the room.

”Perhaps, his lack of skin pigmentation makes him avoid hotter areas.” Zhong Feng said distractedly.

Hu Lei rolled her eyes. ”The mountains would offer less protection from UV radiation for an individual affected by albinism. There is less atmospheric protection, meaning the rays would compromise his skin more.”

”You are turning into Frank.” Zhong Feng laughed a little.

Hu Le pounced on him and bit his neck. Zhong Feng supported her body, even though she was supposedly punishing him for insulting her. His face lightened up a little from its original sullenness. He did not know why meeting that man upset him so much.

Perhaps, it was because he had the slightest feeling that Yuan Haoran was similar to Hu Lei.

”How could you say something so cruel?” She pouted as she tried to get down.

Zhong Feng did not let her go. ”Let's take a bath.”

Hu Lei looked at him. ”You are quite relaxed for someone who is in enemy territory.”

”We are already here. We might as well enjoy the holiday. You know, we have never taken a honeymoon. This is the first trip we have taken together since our wedding.” He said.

”So, your idea of a romantic getaway is invading someone's house, being surprised by a wayward ȧssassin and ending up in Dracula's lair?” She asked.

”No, but it is yours.” Zhong Feng laughed.

”That's true. You can choose what to do on our next trip.”