Once he had settled on a plan, Master's Wife had finished preparing dinner, and the few of them sat down to eat together.
During the meal, Master's Wife learned that Qin Fang was leaving True Martial County for the market, and worry immediately clouded her face.
But after his senior brother explained why he had to go, she could only sigh helplessly.
Then she went back to her room. When she came out again, she was carrying a bundle, which she handed to Qin Fang.
Qin Fang looked puzzled, and Master's Wife said, "These are the clothes, shoes, and socks I've been making for you. I'd planned to give them to you when the weather got warmer and you changed into lighter clothes, but now that you're going, who knows when you'll be back? Take them with you for now... Luckily, they're nearly finished."
Qin Fang froze. "Master's Wife..."
"You'll be on your own out there, so be careful whatever happens. If you run into trouble you can't handle, don't try to tough it out. Your safety comes first. You can always come back... With your master and senior brother here, we'll find another way."
As she spoke, tears streamed down Master's Wife's face. Her eyes brimmed with concern for Qin Fang. "Poor thing, you've only just had a few peaceful days..."
Her words struck Qin Fang right in the heart, leaving him speechless for a moment.
After a long while, his voice finally came out hoarse. "Yes, I understand, Master's Wife... You and Master should take care of yourselves too. Once this is over, I'll come back."
"Good child, good child..."
Master's Wife held Qin Fang's hand and wouldn't let go.
"All right, it's not as if you're never coming back. You're only going away for a while.