Feng Jin's eyes were filled with anger as she looked at the Elder Master Ling seated in the main seat, her heart full of dissatisfaction.
How could an old man of his age devise such a deceitful scheme? If this got out, wouldn't he worry about his reputation?
"Don't look at me with that kind of expression. I am your elder. If you disrespect me, I'll tell Han'er and have him teach you a lesson."
Feng Jin let out a cold scoff. There was no need to tell Ling Mo Han about this, because Ling Mo Han would never dare to scold her.
"What is that look in your eyes? Look at you, complaining about everything. What's wrong? Did taking me for a walk trouble you so much?"
"Grandfather, you know I don't mean it like that. If you wanted to leave the manor, you could have just come out openly and sent a servant to call for me. Why would you resort to such lies? If this gets out, your reputation will be ruined."
She had to admire him for coming up with this method, tricking his granddaughter-in-law. Wouldn't people laugh at him if they knew?
"What am I afraid of? Let's see who dares to laugh at me!"
Elder Master Ling's beard bristled, his expression fearless, completely unbothered by what others might say.
"Of course, no one would dare to laugh at you. Grandfather, where are you taking me by tricking me like this?"
She had genuinely thought it was Ling Mo Han looking for her and had rushed out. No one would have suspected such a trick. She had no idea where Elder Master Ling intended to take her.
The rumbling of the carriage wheels echoed, causing Feng Jin's heart to become uneasy again.
"I've been cooped up in the manor for so long, it's quite stifling. I wanted you to take me out for a walk. Tell me, what's the most fun place in the capital right now?"
He knew nothing about the capital and naturally needed someone to accompany him. After searching for a long time, Feng Jin was the most suitable.
She had considered many possibilities, but never this one. The smile that had just lifted her lips drooped instantly, "speechless" written all over her face.
If it was something like this, he could have just said it. Why go to such lengths to concoct a deceitful scheme? She felt tired just thinking about Elder Master Ling.
"I'm asking you a question. Where is the most fun place in the capital these days?"
Seeing Feng Jin's long silence, Elder Master Ling patiently asked again.
"Grandfather, it's this late. Why don't we go eat something first before talking about other things?"
She was truly hungry. After finishing with Ling Muzhu, she had only managed to drink a few sips of osmanthus and lotus seed soup and hadn't had a chance to eat before being tricked into coming out. She was feeling quite famished now.
"Gurgle... gurgle..."
A timely sound echoed throughout the carriage.
Feng Jin suppressed a smile and looked at Elder Master Ling, who was sitting opposite her. "Grandfather, shall we go eat first?"
Elder Master Ling pretended to be dignified and nodded, "Alright, let's go."
The carriage stopped at the entrance of a restaurant. First, a woman of exquisite beauty alighted, followed by a dignified elder. The old and young entered the restaurant together.
Feng Jin, familiar with the place, led Elder Master Ling to a private room on the second floor. Ling Mo Han had brought her here initially, and after venturing out alone a few times, she had become quite accustomed to it. She ordered a few light dishes and a few spicy and flavorful ones, aiming for a balance. She considered Elder Master Ling's age and thought it best to keep his diet light.
"This restaurant's location is excellent. From the second floor, one can see a large part of the capital's scenery."
Elder Master Ling stood by the window, looking out at the bustling capital spread out before him. He couldn't help but praise Feng Jin's choice of location.
"Ling Mo Han often brings me to this restaurant. I'm glad you like it, Grandfather."
Upon hearing this, Elder Master Ling's face fell again. "That brat! He knows how to bring his wife here, but he doesn't bring me. I truly raised him in vain."
The saying "marrying a wife and forgetting one's mother" was indeed true.
Once he had a wife, he seemed to have forgotten everything else. Elder Master Ling couldn't help but plan how he would deal with Ling Mo Han when they returned.
Feng Jin touched her nose. It seemed she had said the wrong thing. But the words were out, and there was no taking them back. Let Ling Mo Han figure out how to handle it himself.
Once all the dishes were served, Feng Jin didn't stand on ceremony and began to enjoy the food heartily. She would deal with everything else after she had eaten her fill.
"Girl, pass me some of the dishes from your side."
The dishes in front of him were all bland and tasteless. The ones in front of Feng Jin, however, looked delicious, their vibrant red color whetting his appetite.
"Grandfather, these dishes are too spicy. You're old now, and for your health, you should eat something bland. This vegetable dish is the best. It's light on oil and salt, which is most suitable for you."
When she had examined Elder Master Ling earlier, Feng Jin had discovered that his blood pressure and blood lipid levels were a bit high. Such greasy and stimulating food was not suitable for him.
"You little girl, you know I can't eat this, yet you deliberately ordered these dishes. Aren't you deliberately teasing me? Since I've seen them, I have to eat some."
He had been craving them for a long time. While Feng Jin wasn't paying attention, he quickly grabbed a piece of spicy fish. The spicy and fragrant taste was far more delicious than the bland vegetables that lacked even the appearance of oil.
He couldn't help but eat a few more mouthfuls, trying every dish on the table. Indeed, they were much tastier than the ones in front of him.
"Grandfather, you've eaten quite a lot. If you eat too much spicy food, your stomach will be uncomfortable tonight."
Feng Jin reminded him helplessly, directly stopping Elder Master Ling. If he continued, he would finish all the dishes on the table.
"Grandfather, you can't eat anymore."
Feng Jin signaled the waiter to remove the heavily flavored dishes, leaving only the bland ones.
"You truly are..."
He had barely eaten anything, and she was already stopping him. Didn't she understand respect for elders?
"It's all for your health..."
Feng Jin lectured at length, then moved the bland side dishes towards Elder Master Ling. "Grandfather, please eat more of these light dishes. It's good for your health."
"I'm not eating anymore. I'm full from being angered. I'm going out for a walk."
Throwing a tantrum, Elder Master Ling threw his chopsticks onto the table and got up to leave.
Feng Jin pouted. This old man had quite a temper. Since she had the misfortune of getting on board, she had no choice but to follow him.
"Grandfather, why don't we sit in the carriage? We can go wherever you want in the carriage, alright?"