Looking at Li Mengyao's delicate, beautiful face, Fang Yue's heart beat a little faster.
"Here, eat."
Li Mengyao's face flushed as she handed the bowl to Fang Yue. "You were badly injured, so you need to recover as quickly as possible. Otherwise, if this drags on, there could be permanent complications."
"Thank you!" Fang Yue smiled and took the bowl.
"You were injured because of me, so it's only right that I take care of you. You don't have to be so polite." Li Mengyao pursed her lips and spoke softly.
Though her words were soft, they filled Fang Yue with a warmth, as if he were basking in a spring breeze.
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「On the third day.」
Fang Yue and Li Mengyao resumed their journey. This time, they headed east and soon left the borders of Guangfeng Prefecture.
"Fang Yue, that's Qingshui County Town up ahead," Li Mengyao said, pointing forward. "Let's find an inn to rest at tonight and get back on the road tomorrow."
