The old madam's entire being became agitated the moment she saw the three large characters on the cover of the old book. She reached out and took the old book from Shui Yihe's hands, leafing through it carefully.
"Yihe, where did you get this complete copy of the Diamond Sutra?" the old madam asked urgently.
"Grandmother, your grandson always knew you desired a complete copy of the Diamond Sutra. Father once searched through all three kingdoms to find it for you, but still couldn't locate a complete version. I bought this from an envoy from beyond the domain during my last trip."
Shui Yihe explained in detail to his grandmother how he obtained the Diamond Sutra.
Upon hearing this, the old madam nodded repeatedly with a smile.
"Excellent, this is truly a complete Diamond Sutra. I never thought I would receive this complete Diamond Sutra in my lifetime. This is the most cherished birthday gift I have ever received."
The old madam was too moved to express her emotions.
Everyone present was greatly surprised to learn that the old book Shui Yihe had presented was a complete Diamond Sutra.
"My heavens!"
"The eldest son of the Shui family actually found a Diamond Sutra as a birthday gift for the old madam. This is too precious!"
"It's said that this complete Diamond Sutra has been lost for decades in the three kingdoms. Many people have wished to obtain it, and some have searched their entire lives without success. I can't believe the luck of this eldest son of the Shui family, to encounter an envoy from beyond the domain on a trip and purchase a complete Diamond Sutra."
"Indeed! His luck is just too good."
Meanwhile, the Shui family head and his wife, seeing the old madam receive the Diamond Sutra she had longed for, were also happy for her.
After everyone had presented their gifts, the Shui family head quickly invited everyone to be seated for the celebratory banquet.
At this moment, Shui Yihe brought the Cold King and his consort before the Shui family head and his wife, introducing them in a low voice, "Father, Mother, these are the friends I met when I went to the capital."
The Shui family head and his wife immediately greeted them with smiles, but the Shui family head paused for a few seconds when he saw Leng Ruoli's appearance.
Then, Shui Yihe pointed to Leng Ruoli and continued, "Father, Mother, this is the divine healer who cured my abdominal swelling when I was in the capital. Her medical skills are truly exceptional."
When Madam Shui heard Shui Yihe say that Leng Ruoli was the divine healer who had treated her son's ailment, her expression instantly changed.
"Esteemed lady, so you are the divine healer who cured Yihe's abdominal swelling. Thank you so much! You are a great benefactor to our Shui family!"
As Madam Shui spoke, her brow revealed an unspeakable gratitude, and her beautiful eyes shone with an ecstatic admiration.
Because Leng Ruoli had treated her son, it was as if she had cured her own heart's ailment. Ever since her son had suffered from the abdominal swelling, she had been so worried searching for doctors that she had almost fallen ill herself. Her husband had also nearly been seduced by another woman. Therefore, Madam Shui was truly grateful to the doctor who had cured Shui Yihe's condition.
However, the Shui family head, standing beside Madam Shui, maintained a much calmer expression. Upon learning that Leng Ruoli was Shui Yihe's benefactor, he expressed his gratitude to Leng Ruoli and Jun Mo Han multiple times. He then invited them to sit at the main table, preparing to announce the commencement of the feast.
At this moment, Leng Ruoli suddenly took out an exquisite small gift box from her sleeve and presented it to the old madam as a birthday gift, along with a few words of blessing. This made the old madam's eyes almost crinkle with joy from smiling.
Upon receiving the gift, the old madam smiled and said, "You two young lords are truly thoughtful."
"Old madam, it is also by your grace that we can partake in your birthday feast."
Leng Ruoli also offered some polite words, making the old madam exceedingly happy.
Finally, under the warm hospitality of the Shui family head, Madam Shui, and Shui Yihe, the Cold King and his consort finished the banquet.
After lunch, seeing that the Shui family was busy seeing off guests, the Cold King and his consort strolled through the Shui residence's garden. They were contemplating how to invite the Shui family head out alone to inquire about some matters.
Before long, they saw Shui Yihe hurrying towards them.
"Cold King, Cold King's Consort, my father has asked you to go to his study."
Upon hearing this, Leng Ruoli and Jun Mo Han exchanged glances of disbelief.
Subsequently, they nodded and had Shui Yihe lead the way.
A moment later, the Cold King and his consort, along with Shui Yihe, entered the Shui family head's study.
As soon as the Cold King and his consort entered the room, the Shui family head raised his hands and bowed to them.
"I am Shui Minglou, greetings to the Cold King and the Cold King's Consort!"
Hearing this, the Cold King and his consort turned to glance at Shui Yihe.
"It wasn't me who told him (the Shui family head); he guessed your identities himself."
Shui Yihe, receiving their questioning gaze, quickly shook his head and denied it.
Immediately, the Cold King and his consort helped the Shui family head up and smiled, "Shui family head, there is no need for such formality. The King and I are currently in Donghai acting as merchants. Let us address each other as friends."
The Shui family head nodded with great admiration.
"Cold King's Consort, you are the daughter of Xia Wan'er and General Leng, are you not?"
"Yes! Have you met my parents, Shui family head?"
Leng Ruoli asked him curiously.
"Cold King's Consort, Your Highness, please be seated. There are some matters I need to discuss with you in detail," the Shui family head said, sighing softly.
He continued, "Many years ago, when I was doing business out of town, I met your mother. Your mother and I were very good friends in business... Even when young Shui Yihe went to the capital to seek you for his abdominal swelling, it was upon the guidance of an expert that I sent him to the capital. At the same time, I learned much about you, including your appearance."
"Therefore, when I saw you the first time just now, I guessed you were the Cold King's Consort."
"Oh, no wonder! Then, Shui family head, who exactly is this expert you mentioned? Where is she (he) now?" Leng Ruoli asked urgently.
Leng Ruoli and Jun Mo Han were extremely surprised by the Shui family head's words.
"I apologize, Cold King's Consort, but I am unable to tell you directly," the Shui family head said apologetically.
Leng Ruoli felt very disappointed by the Shui family head's statement.
"Very well!"
"However, Cold King's Consort, I can tell you a great deal about the Flower Tribe."
"What? Shui family head, you truly know a lot about the Flower Tribe?"
"Mmm-hmm."
After nodding, the Shui family head slowly stood up from his chair and murmured, "Centuries ago, the Flower Tribe was the largest clan in Donghai City. But later, internal conflicts arose within the Flower Tribe, leading to infighting and nearly their annihilation."