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#516 - The Bigwigs of the Hidden Mist Village

Wang Lina frowned slightly, a trace of worry flashing in her star-like eyes. She gently shook her head and said softly, "They know the approximate location, so it should be fine, right? There's no need for us to go, is there?"

Tang Yin couldn't help but smile wryly upon hearing this. He scratched his messy black hair, a hint of anxiety in his eyes. "The main thing is, if it's not in neutral, the motorcycle can't be pushed. I don't know if they know how to operate it." He paused, a trace of determination in his voice, "Besides, this is my own matter, I can't stand idly by. Moreover, it'll be troublesome if they can't push the bike."

Upon hearing this, a complex expression appeared on Wang Lina's delicate face. She gently bit her pink lower lip, as if carefully considering her words. Finally, she said softly, "I think it's better if you don't interfere, Mr. Tang Yin. You're a foreigner, so it's best not to act with them for a long time."

Tang Yin was taken aback by these words. A trace of doubt flashed in his dark eyes. "I shouldn't have any conflicts with them, right?"

Wang Lina couldn't help but sigh softly upon hearing this question. A trace of helplessness flashed in her large, bright eyes. "Although they are adults, not everyone here is as open-minded as I am."

At that moment, Wang Lina's expression suddenly turned serious. Her bright eyes stared directly at Tang Yin, and her tone became particularly earnest. "Tang Yin, regardless of whether there's any malice, your presence puts pressure on them. They were already acting very strangely just now."

Chen Xiang, who was standing beside her, nodded in agreement. A trace of approval appeared on her weathered face, "...Yes, let's leave this matter to them. It's better not to interfere."

Tang Yin couldn't help but scratch his head upon hearing these words. A trace of confusion flashed in his bright eyes. "Is that so?"

Chen Xiang nodded gently upon seeing this. A trace of helplessness appeared on her wise face. "Yes, Misty Village has its own ways. The men here are just like that..."

After listening to these words, Tang Yin seemed to understand something. A trace of realization flashed in his obsidian-like eyes, thinking: Guests must abide by the rules of the guest, and must never overstep the boundaries. This is ancient etiquette, isn't it?

After figuring this out, Tang Yin asked softly, "Then, where should I wait for them?"

A gentle smile appeared on Wang Lina's delicate face upon hearing this. "Let's go to my house first."

Tang Yin couldn't help but complain inwardly upon hearing this answer: Just as I guessed. He was curious as to why not 'wait here while drinking tea'. What was going on?

In the following period, Wang Lina spoke to Tang Yin about a few more things. Although she took the initiative to speak, Tang Yin could sense a trace of unhappiness in her slightly trembling voice.

Wang Lina said softly that the villagers of Misty Village had been a little neurotic recently. Besides Tang Yin, there were also three other foreigners in the village. Through the conversation, Tang Yin deduced that Wang Lina had seen a lost child at the Divine River yesterday morning.

"That child doesn't even know his own name," Wang Lina's voice carried a trace of helplessness. "We don't know what to do now. With no other choice, we can only arrange for someone to take care of the child..."

Speaking of this, Wang Lina's tone suddenly became a little low. "According to the superstitions in this village, that child is very ominous, mainly because Granny Rong thinks so."

Tang Yin couldn't help but frown upon hearing this. A trace of doubt flashed in his dark eyes. "But, in that case, why not hand the lost child over to the police?"

A complex expression appeared on Wang Lina's delicate face upon hearing this question. She sighed softly, as if she had some unspeakable secret.

At that moment, a breeze blew by, bringing the fresh scent of the distant mountain forest. Tang Yin stood there quietly, feeling the atmosphere of this mysterious village, his heart filled with anticipation for the unknown and a trace of inexplicable unease.

...

The mountain path wound its way through the hills, Tang Yin and Wang Lina walking side by side. A gentle breeze carried the fresh scent of grass and trees, making one feel refreshed. Tang Yin occasionally stole glances at the beauty beside him, unable to help but sigh in his heart: This village beauty's looks are simply comparable to a fairy descending to earth!

"Miss Wang Lina," Tang Yin couldn't help but ask, "Why not hand the lost child over to the police? Wouldn't that be more reasonable?"

Upon hearing this, a trace of complexity flashed in Wang Lina's clear eyes. She gently bit her cherry lips, answering vaguely, "Well... Misty Village has its own rules, and it's hard to explain in a short time."

Tang Yin scratched his head, thinking: This answer is too ambiguous, isn't it? But for the sake of the beauty, he decided to believe Wang Lina's words for now. After all, who could refuse a beauty's request?

Wang Lina seemed to want to change the subject and began to introduce the other outsiders in the village. "Besides that lost child, there are also two magazine reporters who came to interview." She blinked her large, expressive eyes. "They came through the proper channels, from Baifeng Village."

"Baifeng Village?" Tang Yin looked puzzled. "What's that place?"

Wang Lina smiled sweetly, a smile that seemed to melt ice and snow. "Baifeng Village is our Misty Village's big brother village!" She explained enthusiastically, "It's on a higher mountain and is our affiliated village. Our village has a smaller population, so we rely on Baifeng Village for many things."

Tang Yin suddenly understood, recalling that the map he bought at the convenience store did indeed have this place marked. He couldn't help but sigh, "I see, no wonder I hadn't heard of it before."

Wang Lina continued her introduction, her voice as melodious as a lark. "There's an hour's walk between Baifeng Village and Shenge Village, and the mountain road in between is very rugged, taking at least 20 minutes to walk!" She winked playfully. "Our village's high school students study in Baifeng Village, so the two villages have a very close relationship."

Tang Yin was captivated, unable to resist asking, "Then do you share the same customs and culture?"

"They're basically shared," Wang Lina nodded. "However, the festivals throughout the year are a little different. For Baifeng Village, our Misty Village is a special place!"

Just as Tang Yin was about to continue asking questions, Wang Lina suddenly stopped and changed the subject. "Ah, we're almost there, let's talk later!"

Tang Yin's heart itched, wishing he could ask everything right away. Wasn't this just piquing his curiosity? He couldn't help but mutter to himself: What secrets does this village hold? Why does she always stop at the crucial point?

Looking at Wang Lina's beautiful face, Tang Yin had no choice but to suppress his inner questions for the time being. He pondered to himself: There must be many things here that are kept secret from outsiders. But it doesn't matter, someday I'll uncover all the secrets of this mysterious village!

Filled with questions and anticipation for the unknown, Tang Yin continued forward with Wang Lina. The mountain mist gradually thickened, as if adding a touch of hazy beauty to this mysterious village. Tang Yin took a deep breath, thinking: What kind of adventure awaits me next?

...

In the corridor of the student apartment, Wang Lina gently pushed open the door, with Tang Yin following closely behind. Sunlight streamed in through the window, leaving patches of golden light on the floor. Wang Lina's mood didn't seem as cheerful as it had been last night, and she frowned slightly, remaining silent.

Tang Yin secretly sized up Wang Lina's profile, feeling secretly pleased in his heart. After talking all the way, he had finally confirmed that this village beauty was actually single! This discovery made his heart beat faster involuntarily.

"Ahem," Tang Yin cleared his throat, trying to break the silence. "Wang Lina, what do you usually like to do?"

Wang Lina turned around and smiled faintly. "Nothing special, just reading books and listening to music." Her answer was brief, but it made Tang Yin's heart flutter.

Time passed slowly, and the door to the room remained open. Tang Yin noticed that Wang Lina was looking out the door from time to time, as if hinting at something. He suddenly understood that she was showing others that "we haven't done anything untoward", right? Thinking of this, Tang Yin couldn't help but smile.

At noon, familiar footsteps came from the corridor. Zhao Gang finally returned, followed by an old man with white hair.

"Oh my," Zhao Gang complained as he rubbed his sore shoulders, "I didn't expect the motorcycle to be so heavy, Uncle Gao."

The old man, known as Uncle Gao, laughed nonchalantly, "Heh, it's nothing, lighter than last year's prey."

Tang Yin's eyes widened, and his jaw almost dropped to the ground. He stammered, "You...you actually carried the motorcycle back directly?"

Zhao Gang raised his eyebrows triumphantly, "How about it? Impressive, right?"

Tang Yin was still in shock: "You just carried a piece of iron weighing over two hundred kilograms back directly? You guys are too strong!"

Seeing Tang Yin's stunned expression, Wang Lina couldn't help but chuckle, the first genuine smile she'd shown today.

Tang Yin, filled with curiosity, quickly asked, "How did you get the motorcycle up the cliff?"

Zhao Gang was about to answer, but Uncle Gao nudged him lightly with his elbow. He suddenly realized and quickly changed his words, "There's a pulley here, we sometimes have to hoist things up from below."

Uncle Gao frowned and reminded in a low voice, "Hey, Gangzi, you're saying too much!"

Zhao Gang smiled sheepishly and quickly changed the subject, "Speaking of which, is your motorcycle okay? It looks like it's been soaked in water for a long time."

Tang Yin shook his head and said helplessly, "I don't know, let me take a look."

Zhao Gang clapped his hands, as if he had completed a major task, "Now that the item has been returned to its owner, the rest is up to you. Uncle Gao, it's getting late, let's grind flour tomorrow, okay?"

Uncle Gao nodded, and the two turned to leave. Tang Yin quickly thanked them loudly from behind, "Thank you! Thank you so much!"

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After the two left, Tang Yin squatted beside the motorcycle, muttering to himself worriedly, "Okay, what should I do now?"

At that moment, Wang Lina, who had been standing to the side, said softly, "...Do you want me to help you?"

Tang Yin looked up and saw a concerned expression on Wang Lina's beautiful face, and his heart warmed. He stood up and gave a confident smile, "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it, let's give it a try."

...

In the sunny Misty Village, Tang Yin and Wang Lina stood beside the motorcycle, facing this mud-covered "injured" vehicle, and both sighed in unison. The first step in repairing the motorcycle was like an insurmountable mountain, making one daunted.

Just as Tang Yin was about to roll up his sleeves and start cleaning the car body, a sharp voice suddenly rang out from behind, "Oh my! What are you doing?"

The two turned around and saw an old woman with white hair and a short stature walking towards them aggressively. She was Granny Rong, who was respected by the villagers, and her face was full of displeasure at that moment.

"Granny Rong, we're just about to wash the motorcycle..." Wang Lina was interrupted by Granny Rong before she could finish speaking.

"No, no!" Granny Rong stomped her feet in anger, "The Shenge River is an unclean place, and the mud on this motorcycle can't stay in our Misty Village!"

Tang Yin looked puzzled and asked Wang Lina in a low voice, "It's just mud, is there a problem?"

Wang Lina shook her head, signaling him not to ask. She turned to Granny Rong and explained patiently, "Granny, we just want to fix the car..."

Granny Rong widened her eyes, seeming to be thinking about something. After a moment, she sighed, her tone softening a little, "Alright, alright, for the sake of you being the Wang family's girl, I'll make an exception. After all, it's the only tap in the village, but you can't waste water!"

After getting permission, Tang Yin and Wang Lina breathed a sigh of relief and immediately began to wash the motorcycle. As the mud was washed away, Tang Yin was pleasantly surprised to find that the quality of the car was much more reliable than he had imagined.

"Look," Tang Yin pointed to the tire and said, "After washing it, the strange noise disappeared. It seems that only the tire is blown out, and there shouldn't be any other major problems."

Wang Lina nodded, but her brow was still furrowed. "But, we still lack tools." She suddenly remembered something and asked, "Didn't you bring a toolbox? Isn't that an essential item for self-driving tours?"

Tang Yin scratched his head awkwardly, "I thought I could just contact the rescue company, it seems I was too simplistic."

"That's too casual," Wang Lina couldn't help but complain.

Tang Yin smiled wryly, "Alas, I'm speechless. To be honest, I set off in a fit of anger, I was too impulsive at the time."

Wang Lina's eyes lit up, revealing a gossipy expression, "Oh? What happened?"

"I broke up with my girlfriend," Tang Yin said lightly.

Wang Lina shook her head with a smile, "I don't believe it!"

Tang Yin sighed inwardly: This is absolutely true. However, looking at Wang Lina's bright smile, he suddenly felt that perhaps this unexpected journey might bring unexpected surprises.

Wang Lina suddenly remembered something and reminded, "Speaking of which, we need tire repair tools, right? The Qian Group's factory should have them."

"Qian Group? What's that?" Tang Yin asked curiously.

Wang Lina explained, "The Qian Group is a township enterprise established in our village, and its factory is the largest building in the entire Misty Village. If even there don't have tools, then the entire Misty Village definitely won't have them."

Tang Yin's eyes lit up, "Is that so? Then let's go ask."

Wang Lina sighed, "Well, to be honest, I really don't want to go, but now we're at our wits' end."

"Another big shot about to appear?" Tang Yin asked half-jokingly.

Wang Lina nodded, her expression a little complicated. "Yes, and, how should I put it, his personality..." She didn't finish, but Tang Yin had already guessed that this "big shot" was probably not so easy to get along with.

The sun was still shining brightly, and a gentle breeze caressed their faces. Tang Yin looked at Wang Lina's slightly worried profile, and a surge of courage suddenly welled up in his heart. He gently patted Wang Lina's shoulder and said with a smile, "Don't worry, I'm here."

Wang Lina was stunned for a moment, then burst into a brilliant smile. "Okay, then let's go and meet this 'big shot' together!"