Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2471 - 2407: There Is Still a Way

Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
Meng Xinian fed the last of the Spirit Spring Water to the exhausted Chiang Xiao, who had fainted after teleporting a thousand miles, her pale face filling him with distress. He concluded that such a distance was her absolute limit, rejecting any plans to push further, especially to distant D State across the sea where she might collapse alone in isolation. As Chiang Xiao awoke weakly, she retrieved and drank a bottle of Ginseng Spiritual Spring Water from her Space, easing her recovery but leaving her ravenous; she ate snacks while Meng Xinian firmly urged her to abandon the dangerous idea of attempting longer journeys unaccompanied. They arrived near an ancient town, ready to seek food amid the lingering risks of her ability.

Meng Xinian looked utterly grave, his face showing absolutely no willingness to budge.

A chill flickered in his gaze as he gripped Chiang Xiao's chin and spoke, "Little one, have you considered the consequences? Back then, you might lack even the power to retrieve the spring water."

Chiang Xiao froze for a moment before replying, "I could slip into the space..."

"Earlier, you blacked out entirely and lacked the awareness to access the space. Plus, inside the space, there's no telling how long you'd remain out cold before regaining consciousness. If you vanished for ten days or even half a month, wouldn't I lose my mind? I'd have no clue where to search for you."

The deeper Meng Xinian dwelled on it, the greater his fear grew. He extended his arm, drew her close against him, stroked her back gently, and let out a heavy sigh, "Little one, hear me out."

Deep down, he dreaded any danger befalling her.

Chiang Xiao rested against his chest briefly and suggested, "What if I plan additional halts during the journey? Every few hundred miles, I'd pick a spot to pause, grab a bite, restore my potion supply, and after my strength returns, proceed to the following stretch. Wouldn't that be effective?"

Though scouting a few extra locations en route might prove somewhat inconvenient, safety would be assured.

Even if it extended the duration slightly, it would outpace driving by vehicle by a wide margin.

Meng Xinian found himself speechless.

This young woman had devised quite the idea.

The approach held real potential.

Clearly, she had no intention of backing down.

"Will you commit to resting and restoring your vitality at every stop? No speeding across thousands of miles just to cut time short?"

"I swear it." Chiang Xiao rose from his hold, lifted three fingers, and gazed at him with full compliance.

"Remember, you're not by yourself anymore. Consider my feelings too."

Should misfortune strike her, he truly couldn't bear to go on.

He could very well descend into madness.

Spotting the gravity in his look, Chiang Xiao nodded without delay.

"Brother Xinian, I vow to avoid overexerting myself completely."

Meng Xinian released another sigh.

"Still, it's impractical at this stage. We lack proper resting spots mapped out yet."

"I understand; it's impossible for now. After we've scouted every site, I'll follow your lead."

With a helpless shake of his head, Meng Xinian tousled her hair and consented.

"Come on, Brother Xinian, let's grab some food first; I've got news to share once we're done eating."

To avoid drawing attention with the vehicle, Chiang Xiao stowed the car in the space for caution, then both switched to plain everyday attire before stepping into the old town.

Chiang Xiao knew of this historic town from before.

Over two decades from now, it would emerge as a major attraction for visitors.

Especially after dark, legends spoke of its glowing lights and a lively bar district full of energy.

Yet in the present, development hadn't touched it, leaving residents to carry on with their unhurried daily routines.

Thin wisps of smoke rose from rooftops, women's voices summoning kids for supper rang through the narrow lanes, and now and then a pup dashed by.

The structures boasted unique styles, while stone-paved paths exuded an old-world allure.

Strolling together along that kind of lane brought a soothing, holiday-like ease.

Chiang Xiao pressed nearer to Meng Xinian and whispered, "Brother Xinian, down the line, we could scout spots across the nation for occasional trips."

Such a method would cut down immensely on journeys and hours spent.

Meng Xinian shot her a sideways look and remarked, "You foolish girl? Without pre-placing the Talisman Diagram at a site, how exactly would you travel there?"

Moreover, setting up the Talisman Diagram would require an initial visit, wouldn't it?

Chiang Xiao stood there, utterly baffled.

That did appear to be the case.

Prior placement of the Talisman Diagram remained essential.