The next morning, Lin Ao appeared at the Lin Family Manor, his cheeks sunken.
Gu Wanqing, Liu Menghan, and Qin Yun followed behind him, chatting and laughing, their faces radiant.
The three of them made a beautiful sight.
Long Aotian stared at Lin Ao in confusion. "Why do you look so awful, Brother Lin?"
Meanwhile, Liu Nian was marveling at Wanqing's stamina. She just didn't know whether her aunt and Qin Yun had joined in last night. Judging by their posture, probably not.
Liu Nian felt a little disappointed in her aunt.
"Brother Lin, were you out stealing last night? Why do you look so awful after just one night?"
Liu Nian shot Long Aotian an exasperated look. Could Aotian really still be a child?
Lin Ao ignored them. Dragging his exhausted body along, he went with the women to say goodbye to Lin Dong and Li Wanyu. It was time to set off.
"Remember to be careful. No one will know you've left Jianghai. Our families will work together to keep your departure under wraps. We've also used a few connections to get forged IDs for all of you."
Li Wanyu stroked Lin Ao's face, her eyes reddening. She truly wished she could go with him.
The other women watched Lin Ao with equal concern.
Lin Dong came over, gave Lin Ao a gentle hug, and patted him on the back.
"I know. We'll be back soon."
Gu Wanqing gently patted Liu Menghan and Qin Yun.
Both women blushed and awkwardly stepped up to Lin Ao.
Lin Dong tactfully stepped aside.
Lin Ao smiled at the two women and opened his arms without hesitation.
They glanced at each other, then slowly went into his embrace.
"Ah... Lin Ao, you have to come back safe. When you do...I...I want to