How I Pampered the Tyrant Into Devotion With My Space

Chapter 356: You Have Met Your Calamity

Shen Wanqing was set down by Pei Shu’er, and the two climbed the steps together, following behind Zhen Xu.

This temple was so remote, if it weren’t for following this Zen Master Zhenxu, she really wouldn’t have found it.

Once inside the temple, Pei Shu’er smiled at a young monk sweeping the floor.

"Little Master, could I trouble you for some water?"

The young monk looked at Pei Shu’er, then at Zen Master Zhenxu, figuring these two must have been brought by him.

Their master uncle never brings anyone here, it’s surprising that he brought two people this time.

But... this woman talking is so ugly—what a strange appearance! She looks like a Dazi, but her voice is so sweet?

He went to fetch water, and upon returning, saw Pei Shu’er talking and laughing with the delicate lady beside her.

Pei Shu’er took the water, smiled at him, and said, "Thank you, little master."

After Pei Shu’er and Shen Wanqing drank some water, Pei Shu’er headed into the temple.

Even though the location is quite remote, there are still some pilgrims here.

This is the border between Dayan and Great Shang, with people from both places.

Zhen Xu entered the meditation room and saw the abbot chanting scriptures. He joined with palms together and began chanting as well.

Only after this section of scripture was finished did the abbot look up at Zhen Xu.

His face was full of lines, but his compassion was undeniable.

"You have encountered your tribulation."

Zhen Xu was stunned, looking at the abbot, who then fell silent, only tapping the wooden fish while chanting.

There was no emotion in Zhen Xu’s eyes, and soon he closed them.

Pei Shu’er donated incense money, then went with Shen Wanqing to speak to the abbot, who said, "Since you’ve come, it is fate. You may stay here, young friend."

Pei Shu’er readily agreed. If she were alone, it would be easier to manage.

But with Shen Wanqing, her delicate mother, staying outside in the elements would be too harsh on her body.

Pei Shu’er first planned to find a proper path before taking Shen Wanqing outside.

She sought out the abbot first, but he only recited a Buddhist chant without saying more.

Finding this strange, she asked several young monks, but they just touched their bald heads.

"We were taken in by the master since childhood, and have been circling these mountains since, so we don’t know."

Pei Shu’er thought to ask the pilgrims offering incense, but they all said there were no roads in this area.

Since that’s the case, Pei Shu’er decided to find the path herself.

Even if it meant taking the long way, she would eventually find it.

She searched around for a long time but only found the iron mine.

Before, it was just a glimpse, but now, seeing up close, she noticed many people in the mine, along with a few patrolling in plain clothes, appearing to be disguised soldiers.

Pei Shu’er opened a hole on the other side, using Space Power to cut through, then filled the space with iron ore.

Her movements were subtle, and those nearby didn’t notice. She continued digging until she was tired, then left.

The following day, Pei Shu’er took an entirely different route to find the way, but still found none, almost crossing into the Great Shang territory.

The people of Great Shang are fierce and extremely xenophobic; entering there could have dire consequences.

Pei Shu’er promptly turned back, and upon her return, she found Zen Master Zhenxu standing silently behind her.

He was so silent, even his eyes, looking at her, held no emotion.

Pei Shu’er nodded at him, acknowledging him, then went off to search further.

Yet, she still found nothing.

At night, when Pei Shu’er and Shen Wanqing lay down to sleep, Pei Shu’er heard Shen Wanqing’s stomach growl.

Shen Wanqing’s cheeks flushed red, and she awkwardly cleared her throat.

Pei Shu’er immediately got up and said to Shen Wanqing, "Mother, let’s go outside and catch some wild game to try."

Shen Wanqing nodded repeatedly, having no objections to Pei Shu’er’s suggestion.

The temple food wasn’t that good, mainly porridge.

Seeing how tired everyone else looked, she felt shy to eat much.

The two went to the nearby mountain, where Pei Shu’er pretended to fish, occasionally taking a few fish from the space and tossing them ashore.

As for rice and flour, those things she couldn’t take out, even if Shen Wanqing was innocent about worldly matters, revealing them could raise suspicions.

So Pei Shu’er only took out a few potatoes, still covered with dirt.

Shen Wanqing sat by the fire, tending to the grilled fish, turning it occasionally.

When Pei Shu’er arrived, Shen Wanqing sighed with relief.

"It’s so dark here; when you were gone just now, mother felt a bit scared."

Pei Shu’er laughed, "I was just nearby; you should have been able to see me."

Shen Wanqing nodded.

Pei Shu’er threw the potatoes into the fire, then quickly skinned a rabbit, discreetly adding some salt and wild seasonings.

Shen Wanqing wasn’t great at cooking, and the fish soon got a bit charred under her care.

Pei Shu’er quickly took over, "My beautiful mother is better suited for being charming, not for rough work like this."

Shen Wanqing was amused by Pei Shu’er, gently poking her forehead with a finger.

"You’re just trying to make mother happy."

Pei Shu’er shrugged and continued grilling the fish until it was done, then handed it to Shen Wanqing.

This was also Shen Wanqing’s first time tasting Pei Shu’er’s cooking. As soon as she took a bite, her eyes lit up, and as she continued eating, her eyes welled up with tears.

She looked at Pei Shu’er with affection, "Shu’er, in the past, you couldn’t do this. You’ve suffered so much."

Pei Shu’er quickly replied, "Mother, I think I’m doing quite well now. Look, after seeing me this time, you know that even if I’m alone in the future, I won’t starve to death."

"I can fish, I can hunt in the mountains, and even find wild vegetables and dig potatoes."

"This exile has taught me a lot."

Saying it this way, Pei Shu’er thought it would save her from complicated explanations later, so she attributed it all to the exile.

Shen Wanqing nodded, "Shu’er, you’ve endured hardships."

Pei Shu’er couldn’t help but think of that phrase: others only care about how high she flies, but her family is always concerned about whether she’s flying too tiredly.

Pei Shu’er nodded, "Mother, it’s not hard. I feel my life is very fulfilling now."

She teased Shen Wanqing for a while, eventually making her delicate mother smile wryly, and breathed a sigh of relief.

Shen Wanqing was truly well cared for since childhood, never experiencing worldly hardships.

But their relationship always had complications.

Pei Shu’er also sensed that her father didn’t actually like her.