With the retake exam approaching, many scholars flocked to Kaiyang County, and the hotel rooms were fully booked.
Liu Ji was able to return to the academy dormitory, while Qin Yao had to unload her book box in the hotel's backyard corner and make do with a night in the carriage.
She could lie down anywhere in the mountains, and with a roof over her head here, Qin Yao had no complaints.
The hotel lobby was also fully occupied, and it took the couple a long time to get a hot meal.
The kitchen chef was well aware of Qin Yao's appetite and served her a portion for five people.
Of course, the bill was much higher than for others.
Liu Ji watched Qin Yao pay without batting an eye and felt envious, touching his own empty money bag, ready to cry.
After Qin Yao paid the bill, she turned to him, noticing his forlorn expression, and coldly reminded:
"The retake exam is tomorrow; shouldn't you head back to the dorm to study the syllabus?"
