Xie Jue could not promise Fang Chuning that her memory would be restored. This was a promise that no one could give; he could only promise her a lifetime of unwavering companionship.
He even hinted to Fang Chuning beforehand, "Not being able to restore memories is indeed tormenting. If it were me, I would feel the same. But if it's really a foregone conclusion, we can only accept it. Every day in the future will become a new memory, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's like starting life anew."
Fang Chuning gently shook her head and said nothing more.
The two of them stayed on the mountain for two days, enduring the elements. Luckily, there was a water source in the mountain, along with wild fruits and game, so they managed to get by well enough.
The Ningzhou Iron Cavalry had not arrived for some time. Were they delayed on the way? Or had the messenger not delivered the message? Pingnan County was calm, with no trouble stirring.
