Feeling curious, Bai Hanyun tapped the antique mirror’s frame twice. When the surface cleared, she asked, "Feng Wu, why are you still in the lake today? Are you waiting for me?"
The moment she said this, Feng Xiyan and Feng Wu looked toward the bronze mirror. Seeing it shrouded in a faint golden light, they knew that Bai Hanyun had appeared.
Standing up from the stone boulder, Feng Xiyan straightened his clothes and walked to the front of the bronze mirror, with Feng Wu following behind.
As Feng Xiyan clasped his fists and bowed, Feng Wu knelt to the ground.
"Fairy Bai," Feng Xiyan greeted her.
Surprised to see Feng Xiyan was also there, Bai Hanyun asked, "Feng Xiyan? Why are you here? Is there something urgent you need to talk to me about?"
After asking that, she noticed Feng Wu kneeling behind Feng Xiyan and grabbed a few bags of snacks.
"Feng Wu, these snacks are for you and your brothers," she said.
After speaking, Bai Hanyun sent the snacks through the antique mirror to the other side.
Seeing the bags of snacks fly out from the bronze mirror, Feng Xiyan caught them before they landed and handed them to Feng Wu.
Feng Wu accepted the snacks and said, "Thank you, Fairy Bai."
Seeing how eager he was to try them, Feng Xiyan said, "Go and share them with the others."
After Feng Wu left, Bai Hanyun asked, "So, what is it that you want to talk to me about?"
Feng Xiyan looked at the bronze mirror and replied, "Many refugees have been arriving in Xiqiang City since this morning."
"According to General Ding’s investigation, more are on their way, and the numbers will likely keep increasing. After some discussion with the generals, Xiyan would like to ask Fairy Bai for a favor."
Listening to his explanation, Bai Hanyun fell into a deep thought. A moment later, she asked, "Do you need more supplies?"
Hearing this, Feng Xiyan’s eyes lit up. He nodded and replied, "If Fairy Bai can provide more supplies, Xiyan will be very grateful. We will surely offer you more valuable tributes."
"There is no need to give me more offerings for now. The things you gave me before are still untouched," Bai Hanyun replied calmly.
Feng Xiyan’s eyes dimmed slightly when he heard what she said. He lowered his head for a moment, then looked back at the bronze mirror and shook his head.
"That is not appropriate. Since we are asking for help, Xiyan must repay Fairy Bai," he said with a hint of stubbornness in his voice.
Seeing that he had made up his mind, Bai Hanyun said, "If you insist, then just send me some vases, plates, or cups. Those are more than enough."
Thinking she really liked those small trinkets, Feng Xiyan promised, "Very well. Xiyan will do my best to find the finest for you, Fairy Bai."
Bai Hanyun smiled at his promise and asked, "Feng Xiyan, what kind of supplies do you need?"
Feng Xiyan had already discussed this matter with the generals, so he calmly explained, "We still need to wait at least three to four months before harvesting the first batch of sweet potatoes, so we urgently need food."
"A lot of refugees are injured or sick, so we also need more medicine for both internal and external wounds, alcohol for sterilization, bandages, and other medical supplies."
As Feng Xiyan listed the needed items, Bai Hanyun took out her phone and noted them down.
Checking the list, she asked, "Do you need anything besides food and medicine? Do the refugees have shelter or clothes?"
"They are currently staying in spare military tents, but if more refugees arrive tonight, we won’t have enough living space for them. As for clothes, we still have a lot of fabric left after making clothes. We can just give those fabrics to the refugees if needed." Feng Xiyan replied.
Bai Hanyun nodded, added military tents to the list, and said, "Got it. I will prepare everything as soon as possible."
Thinking about the water issue, Bai Hanyun added, "Feng Xiyan, I will send you some pipes so you can connect water from the lake to the refugee camp. That will be easier than having soldiers carry it."
She paused for a moment, then added, "Also, the hygiene and sanitation issues need to be taken seriously. Otherwise, there will be a plague in the long run. You must make sure that the refugees take this matter seriously."
Feng Xiyan clasped his fists and replied, "Thank you for the reminder, Fairy Bai. Xiyan will make the necessary arrangements immediately."
"Good. Do you need anything else?" Bai Hanyun asked.
Feng Xiyan opened his mouth, paused for a second, then shook his head. "That is all we need for now."
Sensing something was off, Bai Hanyun rubbed her chin and thought, ’What is he hesitating about? The Feng Xiyan I know is always decisive.’
With that in mind, she said, "Feng Xiyan, if there is something on your mind, feel free to tell me. I will do my best to help you."
Hearing her words, Feng Xiyan clenched his hands nervously before saying, "It’s really nothing. I... I just want to talk to you a little longer."
Bai Hanyun was stunned when she heard this.
Seeing Feng Xiyan’s flushed cheeks and slightly reddened ears, Bai Hanyun felt her heartbeat quicken, and her cheeks began to get hot.
When she didn’t respond for a long time, Feng Xiyan’s heart sank. He quickly clasped his fists and said, "Xiyan was rude. Please punish me, Fairy Bai."
Coming back to her senses, Bai Hanyun hurriedly said, "No, I’m not angry. I’m just surprised."
She paused, then added, "I also enjoy talking with you."
Hearing this, Feng Xiyan’s eyes lit up. He grinned and smiled like a fool.
Watching him laugh like that, Bai Hanyun touched her chest and thought, ’Heaven, what does he mean by that? Is he flirting with me? Was I just teased by an ancient general?’