Super Zoo-Chapter 808 - 787: Agree or Agree?

The preparations for the proposal were complex, so complex that even Nangong Yan, who had no clue about the plans in advance and was somewhat absent-minded during the proceedings, noticed that renovating such an old castle with a long history to this extent was certainly no small project.

However, the outcome of the proposal was a bit confusing. Nangong Yan neither explicitly agreed nor refused after Suming said "Let's get married." The two of them stared at each other for a while and then, Nangong Yan, arm in arm with Suming, were the first to walk into the castle.

Being oblivious has its advantages. If it were another woman who saw another man proposing to his girlfriend, she would definitely lecture her own boyfriend with comparisons like "look at what he did, and what you should do in the future." Nurse Hu, however, seemed not to relate the scene to herself and Su Meng at all, oblivious as she said, "What does this mean? I don't understand. Did she accept or not?"

Su Meng, of course, was clueless. When it came to matters of the heart, he was the most straightforward and simplest of everyone present, truly the most relaxed and pure-hearted.

Chengcheng, deep in thought, held her chin and sighed like an old soul, "Maybe Sister Nangong felt pressured."

Avitu shrugged, his hands spread in a gesture that said 'I don't understand the thoughts of you Easterners.' According to Western norms, even if there wasn't an acceptance, such a grand gesture should at least lead to a passionate confession of friendship.

Zhao Yun chuckled and asked Nurse Hu, "During a proposal, if the woman accepts the ring, that means she agrees, right?"

"Ah? Right, the director didn't even prepare a ring, just set off some fireworks and lit some lamps. That was really careless!" Nurse Hu suddenly realized, "No wonder Nangong didn't accept. I wouldn't either!"

Zhao Yun laughed loudly, pointed at the castle with his chin, and said, "Isn't this just like a big diamond?"

"Ah? I don't get it." Nurse Hu shook her head.

Zhao Yun didn't explain further and, taking Chengcheng's small hand, he said smilingly, "Let's go have a tour around the castle."

Regardless of whether it was successful or not, the remaining people would not disturb Suming and Nangong Yan's private world. Led by Avitu, the four of them went off to explore the castle.

Late into the night, at the highest room of the castle, Nangong Yan, dressed in a large robe and barefoot, stepped out from lightly swaying curtains into the wind, onto the grand terrace, leaning over the edge to gaze at the distant mountains.

The night breeze was crisp and carried a chill from the mountains. The cold was piercing high up there, and a gust made Nangong involuntarily sneeze.

"Be careful not to catch a cold." Suming came up from behind, wrapped Nangong in a large blanket, holding her close like a freshly bathed kitten.

"Spending so much money just to use it for one day, isn't that too wasteful?" Nangong leaned back slightly, resting her face obliquely on Suming's shoulder.

Suming chuckled and pinched her nose, saying with a smile, "Talking about money at a time like this ruins the mood, doesn't it?"

Nangong laughed coquettishly, "Of course, we have to talk about money. From today, this is my castle. I heard maintaining a castle costs a lot each year, and I'm not like other princesses with vast inherited properties."

"And you still dare to bring that up!" Suming playfully slapped her on the buttocks.

Nangong jolted forward, turned around wrapping her arms around Suming's neck, and pouted menacingly, "I realized I fell for your trick. You're a big villain!"

"What's with that accusation? Others propose with a ring; I propose with a castle, and yet I am still the bad guy?" Suming asked with a grin.

"Of course, before there was no castle, if one day my sister became unhappy and annoyed, she could just turn around and walk away. Now that I've accepted your castle, I can't even run away if I wanted to, otherwise I wouldn't even be able to afford keeping the house..." Nangong Yan pouted and acted coyly: "I don't care, Mr. Su, you have to give me a raise!"

"Absolutely!" Suming responded seriously.

"That's more like it. Since that's the case, I'll just reluctantly accept the castle." Nangong Yan released Suming's neck, her bare feet stepping on the carpet on the terrace, and she walked into the bedroom.

Suddenly turning her head from behind the canopy, she flirtatiously smiled at Suming: "Why are you still standing outside? Isn't it cold?"

"It's okay... Ah? Oh!" Suming's animal instincts kicked in, and he rushed into the bedroom.

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It's not without reason that young people love to sleep in, especially after young couples spend the night together, they are bound to sleep till late the next day.

By the time Suming and Nangong Yan got up, it was already noon. The warm sunlight shone into the room from the terrace, and after they got dressed and washed up, they came downstairs to the large dining hall.

Zhao Yun and the others were already waiting.

The castle had everything you could wish for, except that sunlight couldn't reach inside; many areas were somewhat chilly, just like the dining hall, which only had two windows and hardly any sunlight managed to come through. Luckily, there was a large fireplace with a fire burning, making it quite warm.

Avitu was not only a good guide but also a talented and versatile butler, who prepared a big lunch with bread and roast meat as the main dishes.

After lunch, Chengcheng couldn't wait to bring everyone to visit the basement.

While most girls like flowers and plants, surprisingly, Chengcheng was interested in playing with swords and weapons, typically boys' toys. Last night, she discovered that the basement housed many 'fun' items.

As the group descended, Suming too was taken aback by what he saw.

The basement, slightly bigger than a basketball court, was actually filled with a plethora of cold weapons.

The walls were adorned with numerous medieval weapons including two-handed greatswords, lances, halberds, and a beautifully crafted crossbow. This type of crossbow, even more lethal than a handgun, was a deadly weapon in the age of cold arms. Within twenty steps, it could penetrate a heavy cavalry knight's armor. The only drawback was its slow firing speed; after shooting an arrow, it needed to be reloaded with a crank handle.

In the basement, there were more than a dozen large boxes, all of which contained arrowheads wrapped in wax paper.

"Previously, the basement was used for storing military supplies. During castle defense wars, bows and arrows were the main weapons. These weapons and arrows have been preserved as part of the castle's culture, and if there are damages, they are regularly replaced as part of the annual maintenance costs," Avitu explained.

Suming picked up an arrow and examined it; it was preserved quite well, definitely much better than what he had seen in archery ranges back home.

In a corner of the basement, there were even five full sets of metal armor. It is said that these were worn by the castle Lord of that time and his four bravest knights who assisted in defeating Count Dracula.

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PS: This book is nearing its end, expected to conclude in early November. I've been thinking about a new book lately, a rebirth-themed one, likely to be launched in late November.