Swan was heading west along the Chishui River, Mei Yi stood at the bow, her eyes fixed ahead. She wasn't there to enjoy the scenery, but simply eager to see the Border Town docks as soon as possible.

"How much longer until we arrive?" she asked impatiently.

"Soon, Mei Yi xiaojie. It's sunny here, you should go back to the cabin and rest," said Gete from behind. Without looking, she knew he must have a flattering smile on his face.

Turning around, Mei Yi saw that was indeed the case. "You told me 'soon' before, and it's still 'soon' now? Have you ever been to Border Town?"

"Uh..." he stammered for a long time, finally scratching his head, "The last time I was here was ten years ago."

"A year is enough for Changge Fortress to change hands, let alone ten years?" Mei Yi said annoyedly, "But there are exceptions, I don't see any change in you, always the same, never able to get on stage."

Seeing the other person retreat with a stiff smile, she felt a little better. If it weren't for Ailin's message, she really wouldn't want to go to Border Town on the same boat with these supporting actors.

As a star actress in the Fortress Theater, she was quite famous throughout the Western Region. This time, she was even invited to the High Tower Grand Theater in the royal capital of Graycastle to perform "Prince Seeking Love." The performance was a great success. Even the master of drama, Kakin. Feisi, praised her for bringing the role of the martyred princess to life. Although she didn't play the leading role, the impression she left was no less than that of the leading actress.

But when she returned to Changge Fortress with excitement, she found that earth-shaking changes had taken place here. Duke Lyon was defeated and died, and the fortress fell into the hands of the Fourth Prince Roland. Wimbledon, and is currently temporarily managed by Peiluo. Hemeng of the Honeysuckle family... In less than a year since she left, the Western Region had become unfamiliar.

Fortunately, the political turmoil at the top had little impact on the theater. If that were all, it would only add a little after-dinner gossip for Mei Yi and her sisters, but the news that the First Knight of the Western Region, Dawnlight, was captured, suddenly gripped her heart.

Mei Yi immediately rushed to the theater, wanting to ask Ailin about the situation, but found that she had also gone to Border Town half a month ago, probably to reunite with her husband. This news made Mei Yi feel disappointed, but also with a hint of envy.

Working in the theater, she was undoubtedly the top star, while Ailin was a newcomer who had not yet made a name for herself. The title of "Flower of Tomorrow" only came from the mutual flattery of those miscellaneous actors. In terms of appearance, she had confidence that she was by no means inferior to the other. In terms of family background, although she was of commoner origin, Ailin was just an orphan adopted by the theater, which looked much better than the other.

However, what made Mei Yi difficult to let go was that Dawnlight Filin. Xierte fell in love with Ailin, who looked innocent, and even gave up his family's inheritance in order to marry her.

"Look, farmland," someone shouted, "We're not far from Border Town."

Mei Yi looked to the left of the ship's side, and saw rows of wheat stalks that were over the knees swaying in the wind, and farmers wearing straw hats were busy in the fields, as if they were in a green ocean. The wheat fields stretched westward along the sparkling river, and the end could not be seen at a glance.

"This scenery is so beautiful, Mei Yi xiaojie," Luo Xia came over and nodded to her, "I didn't expect to see such vast farmland here in this remote place, no less than that of Changge Fortress."

"Compared to the royal capital, this is nothing," Mei Yi said disapprovingly, "There, the wheat fields can even connect two cities. All you see along the way is wheat, which is annoying to look at."

"Is that so," she smiled awkwardly, "I've never been to such a distant place."

Well, this is the reaction that ordinary people should have, Mei Yi thought. If Ailin heard this, she would probably only show an envious expression and ask herself to tell more. "Don't worry, you will have a chance to go in the future."

"I hope so," Luo Xia patted her chest, "Thank you for your encouragement."

I mean you only need to spend a few silver wolves to take a ride on a caravan to the royal capital, not that you can also go to the royal capital to perform dramas, Mei Yi rolled her eyes in her heart. But the other party is Ailin's friend after all, Mei Yi was too lazy to say all these words.

Luo Xia joined the theater earlier than her, and was about the same age as herself, but because of her plain appearance and poor memory, she had never had the opportunity to perform on stage formally. Apart from Ailin, few people in the theater were willing to pay attention to her.

"Does Ailin know we're arriving today?" Mei Yi asked.

"I agreed on a date in my reply to her, she should be at the dock to meet us."

"That's good," she nodded, "I don't want to look for a place to stay in a strange town alone."

"Can I ask you a question? Mei Yi xiaojie," Luo Xia hesitated, "Why are you going to the town with us, and still secretly hiding it from the theater? Ailin's letter said there might be acting opportunities here, but you don't lack opportunities at all."

"If I tell the truth, do you think the theater would let me come to this ghost place?" Mei Yi curled her lips, "As for why I'm here... I just want to see if my theater companions are doing well."

She didn't know why she made this impulsive decision. The Changge Fortress Theater has a major drama to perform in the next two days. If she leaves now, the theater owner will probably have a headache. Although there are a few backup actresses, without her, the nobles might not buy it, and if it is serious, they will protest to the theater.

Honestly, this is not a wise choice, Mei Yi knew this in her heart, no matter how famous she is, she must rely on the existence of the theater. If she annoys the theater owner, she might simply be frozen and a new actress will be strongly promoted, and she will have no choice. Either compromise and admit her mistake, or leave this place and compete with the pillars of other theaters.

Otherwise... Should I take a boat back to the fortress immediately after seeing Filin? Mei Yi thought.

"I see," Luo Xia nodded, "Ailin will be very surprised when she sees you."

The scenery on the river bank gradually became richer. On the side close to the Endless Mountains, there were many tents and wooden houses. It was approaching noon, and the peasant women were busy cooking porridge and soup. Wisps of smoke rose from the residential area, and Mei Yi could occasionally smell the wheat fragrance. Children gathered by the river to play. Those who were good at swimming would take off their clothes and plunge into the river amidst the cheers of their companions, and then climb ashore triumphantly.

Mei Yi finally saw the long-awaited dock.

After Swan docked, Gete and Shanmu volunteered to take care of all the ladies' luggage. As soon as the group walked off the trestle bridge, Luo Xia excitedly shouted, "Ailin!"

Mei Yi followed the sound and saw a woman in a white dress waving vigorously at them on the dock, and beside her stood a tall man, even from a distance, his upright and strong figure could be seen to be heroic.

Dawnlight, Filin. Xierte.

The figure in Mei Yi's memory became clear again. (。)