Wang Xiangxiang and Chu Lian had been quietly waiting in the carriage when they finally saw Xiaoxiao and Yang Ming return.
Wang Xiangxiang's eyes lit up, clearly delighted, and she stood up excitedly, calling out, "You're back?"
Chu Lian felt a bit disappointed. She must be so happy because she no longer had to be alone with him, but as long as he could watch over her, her happiness was all that mattered.
Xiaoxiao approached with Yang Ming and said, "We've only got two pheasants. Let's just make do for now. Once we get to Lin County, we can have a proper feast."
Looking behind them, Wang Xiangxiang asked curiously, "Where's Acheng? How come he didn't come back with you?"
Xiaoxiao and Yang Ming looked at each other, a bit puzzled, and said, "We didn't see him."
