Leaving, Taking Xian'er and Qing Lin Along

At that moment, a faint fragrance drifted over. Ya Fei had somehow come to Lu Heng's side and gently sat down on the recliner beside him.

She said nothing, merely imitating Lu Heng as she turned her gaze toward the distant sky, where several white clouds drifted lazily by.

The backyard was quiet, filled only with the occasional sound of wind and a few distant bird calls.

Lu Heng turned his head and looked at the seductive woman beside him. Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves and fell across her, lending an added softness to her already enchanting features.

He reached out and naturally drew Ya Fei into his embrace.

Ya Fei leaned against his chest and found a comfortable position, her whole body relaxing.

"Big Sister Ya Fei, what are you thinking about?" Lu Heng's voice sounded beside her ear.

"I was thinking about when you would leave, little brother." Ya Fei's voice carried a trace of laziness.

Lu Heng's arm tightened around her, and his chin lightly brushed the top of her head. He knew that nothing could be hidden from this perceptive woman.

Ya Fei did not look up. She merely continued softly:

"This Jia Ma Empire is too small for you. I knew you would leave sooner or later. I just didn't expect it to be so soon."

There was no blame in her tone, only attachment and reluctance.

"I..." Lu Heng opened his mouth, but for a moment, he did not know how to respond.

"You don't need to say it. I understand."

Ya Fei raised her hand and gently pressed her slender fingers against his lips.

"You are an eagle soaring through the heavens. You cannot stay trapped in a tiny birdcage forever. If I insisted on keeping you here, that would