Xinxiang lies to the north of Qingzhou, with Xianzhou and Chongshan States in between.
From Xianzhou to Qingzhou, there is a waterway known as Xianzhou River, which cuts across two provinces and leads straight to Qingzhou's provincial capital.
Chen Shi rested for a night in Xianzhou's provincial city, and early the next morning, he arrived at the wharf by the riverbank. Many passenger and cargo ships ply the waters, traveling between the different provinces. Amidst the numerous vessels, a painted barge was docked at the shore, from which a boat girl peered eagerly towards the land.
Chen Shi was as important as the mighty Lord of Justice himself. Hence, his daughter and he divided their responsibilities—one to watch over the Lord of Justice, the other to watch over Chen Shi.
She was tasked with guarding Chen Shi.
For this trip to Qingzhou, the waterway was the most convenient, so she had her painted barge moved to the Xianzhou River early on, to wait for Chen Shi.
