Shangguan Wen looked at Bai Xi again, extending his right hand, which had been held out for a while: "Miss Bai, I will take you into the city now!"
Being escorted into the city by the Commander of the Sea Island City's Defense Force was considered supreme honor in Sea Island City.
However...
Bai Xi did not extend her hand to Shangguan Wen this time. Instead, she glanced at Xili beside her: "Commander Shangguan is still responsible for guarding Sea Island City, and you need to resolve matters here. I won't trouble you. I can enter the city with the tour guide I hired. However, there is something I wish to ask Commander Shangguan..."
Upon hearing Bai Xi refuse his invitation to enter the city together, Shangguan Wen felt a hint of disappointment. But when Bai Xi said she had something to ask him, he immediately perked up and said earnestly, "Miss Bai, please feel free to ask any questions you have."
Bai Xi pointed to the large bus belonging to Xili's family not far away: "According to Sea Island City's regulations, can that vehicle enter Sea Island City?"
To be honest, the bus was quite good. Xili's father drove very smoothly, making it suitable for sightseeing, and it was convenient for carrying things, being spacious enough. Most importantly... her mother liked it.
Shangguan Wen was slightly taken aback when Bai Xi said this, and he instinctively looked at the somewhat old-fashioned large bus: "This vehicle... is it going to enter the city?"
Bai Xi nodded: "Commander Shangguan just needs to handle it impartially."
She wasn't seeking special privileges. If it wasn't suitable, she wouldn't force it.
Shangguan Wen finally took another serious look at the bus and said earnestly, "As long as the vehicle has no issues, no excessive modifications, and does not carry dangerous or prohibited items, it can be issued an inspection card and then enter the city through the main gate!"
Finally, the large bus underwent inspection according to Sea Island City's review system. After obtaining a legal inspection card and a pass, it smoothly drove into Sea Island City.
Xili looked at the prosperous scenery outside, filled with gratitude: "Miss Bai, thank you."
Bai Xi said faintly, "I'm doing this to better enjoy my Sea Island trip. You don't need to thank me."
Despite Bai Xi's words, the light in Xili's eyes did not diminish one bit.
If Bai Xi had truly needed a vehicle, Sea Island City had countless cars better than theirs. There was no reason for her to wait for nearly an hour for inspection and to process a pass.
Yet, she had accompanied him, waiting until all the procedures were completed.
This matter, for her, was just a few days of travel. But for him and his family, it was of immense benefit.
Earning money outside Sea Island City was difficult, but within the city, with its large flow of people, making money was much easier. Perhaps he wouldn't have to sell wine anymore; he could accompany his father selling drinks and snacks in Sea Island City and still raise enough for his sister's medical expenses.
Thinking of this, the light in his eyes grew even brighter.
Before long, Xili took Bai Xi and the others to the hotel to check in.
Bai Xi had booked the hotel herself; she did not stay at the hotel Shen Mingxun had booked for her.
The hotel Shen Mingxun had booked was the largest and most luxurious in Sea Island City. Compared to those, Bai Xi preferred hotels with more character and ones that were more suitable for their family of three.
Xili wanted to help them with their luggage and said he would take them to see the night view by the sea in the evening, but Bai Xi refused.
Although they had servants at home, she preferred to handle personal matters herself. Moreover, Xili was the tour guide she hired, not a servant: "Xili, we've been traveling all day and are quite tired. We won't be going out tonight. Please get some rest as well. You can pick us up at the hotel entrance tomorrow morning at 8:30."
Xili felt a bit reluctant when Bai Xi said this.
To be honest, before, when Wang Chong was on duty, their bus could still drive into Sea Island City, and he had also worked as a tour guide for multiple groups.
At that time, every day he just wanted to finish his itinerary quickly and go back to rest.
But today, he genuinely felt a bit reluctant and wanted to spend more time with the beautiful young lady, Bai Xi.
He felt that she had a glow about her!
Bai Xi had booked a suite with three bedrooms. The room had everything; the living room was connected to the kitchen and bathroom, allowing them to cook themselves, eat at the restaurant downstairs, or order room service.
After assigning the rooms, Bai Xi went to her bedroom to wash up.
After washing up and changing into clean clothes, she sat in the living room. Checking the time, it was already time for dinner: "Mom, what do you want to eat today?"
Lin Yun had also finished washing up and sat on the sofa with a tired expression. Hearing Bai Xi, she quickly put on a smile: "Anything is fine. On the way here, I saw a seafood market nearby. How about we buy some, and I'll cook it for you?"
Bai Xi knew that her mother was just forcing herself to stay awake to accompany her: "We've had a bumpy day, and I'm a bit tired. Let's just order something to be delivered to the room."
Lin Yun paused for a moment, but seeing Bai Xi pat her mouth and yawn, she assumed she was genuinely tired: "That's fine then."
Bai Han stepped forward and gently ruffled Bai Xi's hair: "Mom, since you're tired, why don't you rest here. I'll take Xiao Xi to the hotel lobby to order food. We can get more detailed information about preferences there and also plan tomorrow's itinerary."
Lin Yun smiled slightly, seeing the harmonious siblings: "Okay, you two go ahead. I'll watch a movie in the room."
She was truly tired and just wanted to curl up on the sofa and rest.
Bai Xi stood up and followed Bai Han out to the hotel lobby.
It was already mealtime, so the hotel lobby was naturally crowded. Especially at the entrance of the hotel lobby, many people were standing there waiting for a table. Bai Xi frowned slightly at the scene: "Brother, how about we just go out and buy some snacks?"
Bai Han looked at the people in front of him and said calmly, "It seems that's the only way."
Just then, Bai Xi felt a rush of wind from behind her, as if someone was about to collide with her.
Bai Xi swiftly dodged, and casually reached out to steady the person, mainly to prevent him from crashing into Bai Han standing beside her after she had moved.
"Sorry, I tripped just now and lost my balance. Thank you."
A gentle male voice sounded, and Bai Xi unconsciously frowned slightly.
That voice sounded so familiar.
Looking up towards the source of the voice, she saw a face that was indeed exceptionally familiar.
"Doctor He."
He Mu heard the familiar voice and also looked up, seeing Bai Xi. A hint of surprise appeared on his face: "Miss Bai."
Bai Xi looked at the man with glasses, his demeanor refined and reserved, and felt some surprise.
After refusing his business card last time, she thought she likely wouldn't encounter him again. But she never expected to meet him again just two days later, thousands of miles away in Sea Island City.