Chapter 349: Time for a Break!
In the Office of the Punishment Department.
“Looks like your trip to the Holy Kingdom was quite colorful, huh?”
Tang Yubbing sat across from Young Master Sang, glancing at the report he submitted, unable to resist teasing: “Not only did you open up the Holy Kingdom market for Floating Splendor Commerce, but you also played the National Teacher for a while and even had the leisure to help solve some internal strife.”
Bai Ming, looking through the financial reports from the Holy Kingdom, chuckled: “Our dear Young Master Sang really is overworked! Since you have so much free time, why not go ahead and woo the Holy Kingdom’s Empress as well?”
Young Master Sang: “…”
Bai Ming: “…?”
Tang Yubbing: “…You, you wouldn’t really do that, would you?”
“…”
Actually, regarding Huo Ningxue, Young Master Sang hadn’t figured out how to explain things yet. The trip to the Holy Kingdom had left him utterly drained, nearly out of his wits. So, he intended to put the matter aside for now and talk about it later when he felt clearer.
“Anyway, things in the Holy Kingdom are at a pause for now.” Young Master Sang stretched tiredly, “Although there are a few loose ends to tie up, I think it’s best to leave that headache to the people over there.”
“I definitely need to request a few days off to relax and just do nothing.”
“That works. You’ve really had a tough time.”
Tang Yubbing closed the report and softly said, “Everyone should take a break. You can take our family out for a spin.”
“I’ll handle the company matters here.”
Young Master Sang was taken aback: “You’re not going?”
“Someone has to stay back to work.” Tang Yubbing shrugged innocently, “The Sect Leader’s not reliable; might as well let me handle things.”
Hearing this made Young Master Sang’s heart ache a bit.
“Alright.”
Seeing him looking troubled, Tang Yubbing couldn’t help but chuckle: “It’s just this once. There will be plenty more chances for family outings.”
“At most… you can take me out alone next time as compensation.”
As she said this, she winked.
Young Master Sang nodded.
“Hey~~ A trip out!”
Bai Ming couldn’t help but chime in: “I want to go too!”
“You? Aren’t you neglecting the commerce side?”
“Who cares? It’s not like they’ll stop earning without me.” Bai Ming shrugged nonchalantly, “I’m a bit bored anyway; perfect time to unwind with you guys and find inspiration for my novel.”
Young Master Sang: “…The type of novel you write doesn’t seem to lend itself to inspiration from us, does it?”
“Why not?”
Bai Ming suddenly sported a lovesick grin: “A pure-hearted little white rabbit male lead, being completely devoured by a horde of older sisters… feeling drained, and withering away… Hehe, just the thought brings a surge of inspiration!”
Stop.
I don’t want to hear any more.
Young Master Sang tossed a silver piece at the grinning Bai Ming and plunged back into thought.
A trip out, huh…
What a rare opportunity for a vacation.
Where would be a good spot to choose?
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“Travel… it feels like anywhere would do.”
Zhang Xiaoying was watering the plants while pondering with her finger on her lips: “But I can’t think of a specific place I want to go… Wherever my husband goes, I’ll go too.”
“Exactly. Just let the master decide.” Master Yu Xia nodded in agreement nearby.
“Of course we should spend a whole day reading comics at Fusa Pavilion!”
Hua Jianglian was busy gaming with Si Jingzhu, her excitement bubbling over: “I heard they’re holding a comic exhibition again these days. I can’t wait to see it!”
“Going to a hot spring sounds nice too.” Si Jingzhu chimed in, “I feel like I’ve been lacking moisture lately; I need to find a pool rich in spiritual energy for some nourishment.”
“If we’re going out… I want to see the big cats in the mountains.” Yan Rouwan hugged Jiao Jiao and Xiao Hei, looking starry-eyed: “I heard the tigers and leopards up there are huge, with fluffy fur that feels even better than petting a regular cat. I really want to try it!”
“…We could look for a secret realm.” Shi Qingyan said seriously, “We can do some company tasks while traveling. Extra pay is still pay.”
“Why travel at all? Young Master Sang, why not just stay with the Heavenly Punishment Department and accompany your sisters? They promise to wear you out every day until you can’t walk anymore~” Meng Qiyan batted her eyelashes at the communication device.
“For travel… how about going to Sword Flower Palace to admire the snow lotus? The snow lotus in Tianshan is in bloom right now.” Gu Yingmian held a snow lotus up to the communication device, smiling gently.
“Travel is just about finding some scenic spot to take pictures, right? Why stress over it? …Wait!” Nian Nian suddenly exclaimed indignantly, “What’s it to me? You should just ask your beauties for their opinions instead of dragging me into this! Don’t assume I’m one of your romantic interests either!”
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In summary.
After asking everyone, Young Master Sang still didn’t get a satisfactory answer.
It’s tough to please everyone, and finding a place everyone is satisfied with seems unrealistic.
But then again, even if it were just his own opinion, he didn’t know where he wanted to go either.
“Sigh, being indecisive is such a torment.”
“Since that’s the case…” Just as Young Master Sang was feeling irritable, a light voice chimed in from behind, “How about the beach?”
Young Master Sang turned and looked at Bai Ming.
“…Hello, this isn’t some island harem manga. I just got back from the East Sea a couple of days ago, and aside from the smell of seagull droppings and fish, there’s nothing.”
“You can create your own experiences.” Bai Ming crossed his arms and said matter-of-factly, “To be honest, the commerce side has already extended into the real estate and tourism industries.”
“Right where the East Sea is, there’s a quaint little fishing village with great scenery; the commerce side is currently converting it into a resort but hasn’t started any soft openings yet.”
“How about we go feel it out in advance?”
Honestly.
As someone who just fought in the East Sea for nearly a week, Young Master Sang was utterly tired of seeing the ocean. He had no desire to see it again.
“Silly.” Bai Ming suddenly scolded, as if it was obvious, “We’re both in another world; why can’t you have the same awareness as those harem manga male leads?”
“Since we’re at the beach, is the sea really all you think about?”
“Of course not! It’s all about the various swimsuit beauties!”
“Think about it, all our ladies usually wear those ancient, thick dresses. How boring! What if they wore our Floating Splendor Commerce’s stylish bikinis instead… Hehe.”
Before Young Master Sang could react, Bai Ming himself couldn’t help but start chuckling, nearly drooling.
But honestly.
The scene Bai Ming painted was quite tempting.
Young Master Sang was really a bit swayed but still hesitated.
“This trip will cover all expenses—transport, food, accommodation, everything funded by Floating Splendor Commerce.”
“…Inform each unit, we’re departing tomorrow!”
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