A stylish couple, clad in designer outfits and sporting top brands, elegantly boarded the plane through the VIP
passage. They strolled arm in arm to the VIP commercial vehicle at the airport. To onlookers, they appeared to be
wealthy second-generation lovebirds. Their extravagant taste in clothing and penchant for chartered flights
reinforced that image.
Yet, Geena and Maria were Masters of disguise. Geena looked so youthful that no one would doubt he was only
twenty. If he bumped into an acquaintance in the aisle, he might not even be recognized.
The couple settled into the plane, the crew guiding them to the spacious cabin. Despite the two luxurious first-class
seats at the front, Maria paid them no mind, preferring the cozy side-by-side double seats at the back, standard
double sofa seats. She set her eyes on those as soon as she boarded.
Playing their roles to perfection, Geena nodded, “If you want to sit together, then let’s sit together.”
Maria stopped him, a serious expression on her face, “You forgot to call me baby.”
Startled, Geena replied, “There’s someone next to me.”
The nearby flight attendant couldn’t help but chuckle. She saw them as a typical couple in love, without a hint of
pretense.
Maria ignored the stewardess’s reaction, saying solemnly, “Nicknames are meant to be used in front of others. That
proves your true affection for me. If you only call me baby privately but keep your distance in public, doesn’t that
mean you’re not fully committed?”
The flight attendant couldn’t help but give Maria a thumbs up. She found their affectionate banter adorable and
genuine.
Unfazed, Geena decided to play along, wearing a serious expression, “Baby, you’re right!”
Maria blushed prettily, satisfied with Geena’s response. “From now on, when we’re out, you must treat me
affectionately. That way, no other woman will set her eyes on you and no other man will dare to think about me. It’s
like declaring your love in front of the world.”
Geena nodded, agreeing, “Baby is right, baby is right.”
Maria seized the opportunity to tease him, playfully punching his chest she said, sticking her tongue out at him “I
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The flight attendant envied their genuine affection. To her, their playful exchange was the true essence of love.
After the flight attendant went to fetch water, Maria sat down next to Geena and asked with a smile, “How did I do?
Was my acting convincing?”
Geena nodded sincerely, “It was amazing. If you said you’ve never been in love, I wouldn’t have believed it. You
seem so natural.”
Blushing, Maria admitted, “I’ve never been in love, but I’ve seen it in movies and TV dramas! Flirting and bantering
are common in romantic shows, right?”
Geena chuckled, “Yes, indeed.”
Realizing the plane had started to taxi, he changed the subject. “We’ll land in Baisha in a little over two hours. Once
we land, we’ll rent a car and head to Dali as quickly as possible. Can you remember the exact location of your
father’s tomb?”
Maria nodded, “My father’s tomb is in the northeast of Erhai.”
Geena checked the map on his phone, “That is a bit closer to Baisha, about an hour and a half from the airport.”
Maria confirmed, “Yes, my father’s tomb is on a mountain in the northeast. It’s been hundreds of years and I don’t
know what it looks like now.”
Geena asked, “Is there a tombstone?”
“Yes,” Maria replied, “I had a stone tablet carved and buried his clothes with my mother’s, but I’m not sure if
they’re still there.”
Concerned, Geena asked, “Is your mother buried there too?”
Maria explained, “Initially, yes, but before I left Dali, I was afraid Morgana might desecrate my parents remains. So
I cremated my mother’s remains and buried them with my father’s ashes at Poole.”
Geena nodded, “Let’s focus on finding your father’s tomb first. Then, we’ll figure out a way to set up surveillance so
that we can capture Morgana’s appearance. After that, I’ll accompany you to Poole to pay homage to your
parents.”
Maria smiled softly, “Thank you, Young Master. If Morgana disguises herself, it might be difficult to get a picture of
her.”
Geena reassured her, “Don’t worry. I’m mainly concerned about you going alone to the southern province. I want to
accompany you to pay your respects to your parents and bring you back to Aurous Hill safely. As for Morgana,
catching her is like getting a scratch-off ticket after a meal. Winning is a bonus, but even if we don’t, we’ll still have
a good meal.”
Moved by his words, Maria nodded, “My biggest wish was to return to the southern province before I died and
revisit all these places. Thanks to you, Young Master, it’s finally coming true.”
Geena asked, “If you can resolve the issue with Morgana, what would you like to do the most?”
Without hesitation, Maria replied, “Before, I wanted to move my parents tomb to the edge of Heaven Lake. I
dreamed of building a small wooden house there, where the Mother of Pu’er failed to cross the robbery. I’d raise
cows, sheep and a dog and live peacefully.”
Curious, Geena probed, “And now?”
Maria looked at him, her eyes slightly lowered and murmured, “Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit lost.”
Geena inquired, “What’s troubling you?”
With a faint smile, Maria replied softly, “I’m unsure about what I should do in the future.”
The conversation ended there and Maria leaned her head on Geena’s shoulder, closing her eyes. The flight
attendant discreetly placed two drinks in front of them, offering assistance if needed during the upcoming takeoff.
Geena nodded in appreciation, “Thank you. We’ll let you know if we need anything.”
When Morgana’s plane finally touched down in Melbourne, Geena and Maria had already missed their chance to
catch the earlier flight from Aurous Hill Airport to Baisha, a destination over a thousand kilometers away.
As they soared westward, Maria’s initial liveliness and playfulness waned, replaced by a contemplative silence. Her
gaze drifted out of the window, seemingly lost in thoughts of her distant home.
Geena sensed something was amiss, he knew exactly what she was going through. After all, Maria, more than
anyone, longed for the comfort of her hometown. Having been away from home for over three centuries, her heart
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After a couple of hours, the plane landed at Baisha Airport. As they disembarked, Maria’s legs trembled, betraying
her exhaustion from the long trip.
Geena supported her as they made their way out of the airport, the weight of her weariness palpable.
Once outside, they hopped into an SUV, courtesy of the fake identity prepared by Isaac Cameron.
Geena discreetly removed the dashcam to ensure their privacy and they set off on the road to Dali.
As they drove, Geena asked Maria, “Have you been to Baisha before?”
“I’ve been here once with my grandma,” she replied, her voice tinged with a hint of nostalgia. “Three hundred
years ago, the journey through the southern province was quite challenging, with its winding mountain roads.
Leaving felt like leaving behind a piece of my heart.”
Curiosity getting the better of him, Geena inquired further, “Why did you decide to return to your former title?
Weren’t you considering changing it?”
Maria’s tone softened, “Going back to the south feels like going back to my roots in Sanya. When I returned to my
grandparents home a century ago, I lived a secluded life in the women’s quarters. At that time, there were only
masters and slaves and I grew accustomed to addressing my master that way.”
Listening to her reminisce, Geena couldn’t help but wonder about her life before taking the Eternal Green Pill he
asked “Did you live with your grandparents all the time?”
Maria smiled faintly, “My grandfather passed away earlier, leaving my grandmother and me to support each other.
Fortunately, his family had been prominent chieftains in the southern province, so we lived comfortably.
Grandfather made sure I received an education, he taught me to read and write, instilling knowledge and principles
in me.”
Looking out the window, Maria’s eyes filled with emotion. “Grandfather had five children, and only my mother
succumbed to illness. The other four fought bravely against the odds, but they met tragic ends during the rebellion.
Later, Will Saint’s forces slaughtered our fighters, leaving no descendants of the four uncles alive. Now, my
grandfather’s lineage faces extinction… and my heart aches for the memories and losses of those times.”
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