In a small room on the upper floor of the trading company,
a space so cramped it seemed challenging to fit even a few people,
yet here, six or so individuals were gathered.
A thinly spread bedding lay in the center,
and Madam Mi stood before it, bowing respectfully.
âI am Horan Mi of the Mi family, responsible for the Baekhwa Trading Company. It is an honor to meet the young lady of the Northern Sea Palace.â
Madam Mi spoke formally, to which the person lying on the bedding responded with a faint smile.
âOh, thereâs no need to be so formal. You can treat me more casually.â
A spirited girl.
Or rather, a reckless oneâno, the young lady of the Northern Sea Palace waved her hand dismissively at Madam Mi.
But then,
âYou mustnât, Young Lady. How can you speak so lightly to someone from Zhongyuan?â
A voice came from the figure standing behind her.
âWherever you go, you must receive the respect you deserve. Especially in unfamiliar lands like this.â
This person appeared to be one of her escorts.
The commanding presence in their voice suggested they had easily surpassed the peak stage.
The other figure standing nearby, dressed similarly, was likely another escort.
Hearing the escortâs words, the young lady of the Northern Sea Palace appeared slightly flustered.
âUbeom⦠This isnât even our territory. How could I expect more courtesy than this? Besides, Iâve caused trouble, havenât I?â
What confidence, Gu Yangcheon thought, not understanding what she had to be so bold about.
With a soft rustle, the young lady adjusted her posture and sat up,
a gesture of respect to her host.
âYoung Ladyâ!â
The escort seemed alarmed and moved to stop her,
but the young ladyâs words came first.
âMy name is Yuri. I am known as the Fourth Star of the Northern Sea. Thank you for welcoming me like this.â
As she bowed lightly, her silvery-white hair swayed gracefully.
She then raised her head and smiled slightly.
âThis isnât exactly how I imagined weâd meet⦠Hehe.â
Of course not.
Running away from home and being caught like this was certainly not part of her plan.