Once the injured had their wounds bandaged, it was time for the group to set off again.
This time, they had to split into two parties.
Hua Manman, Yue Niang, and twenty trusted aides would continue toward Tianjing, while Li Ji and Li Liao would change course and head for Lingnan.
Li Ji helped Manman into the carriage and reminded her.
"Be careful on the road. Picking people up is secondary. The most important thing is to ensure your own safety."
Hua Manman nodded in agreement.
With their parting imminent, both were filled with reluctance.
Li Ji lowered his head and kissed her lips.
A long moment passed before they finally separated.
He looked at her, so close to him, and suddenly wanted to ask her not to go.
But reason told him that even if he asked, it would be pointless. Manman would not change her mind.
In the end, he could only harden his heart and turn to leave.
But Hua Manman suddenly reached out and grabbed him.
"Wait, there's something else I want to ask you."
