Su Qingmeng was disappointed. He would be away for nearly a month this time. They had never been apart for so long since they got married.

"Then be careful when you go out. Stay safe." She listed a number of scams from later times, warning him to be wary of others. "I'm not worried about your fighting skills, but be careful when eating and drinking outside. Don't eat anything that's been touched by others." What if he gets drugged and sent to an illegal factory? I heard that the south was very chaotic during the early days of reform and opening up.

"Okay, don't worry about it," Lin Xiuyao rubbed her head, "I leave you a note every day to let you know I'm safe, okay?"

Su Qingmeng nodded. "Try not to go in there while you're outside. If you have something to say, just write it down and put the note directly into the space."

Lin Xiuyao listened to her chatter. He knew his wife was worried about him, so he didn't feel impatient. Thinking about being away for so long, he couldn't bear to let her go. "I really want to make you small and put you in my pocket, and take you with me wherever I go."

Su Qingmeng smiled and said, "I also want to stay in your pocket forever. It's not that bad if I don't have to do anything."

Lin Xiuyao changed his words and said, "Still not." He lowered his voice and said, "If you become smaller, I can't..." The last few words were right next to her ear, too low to be heard.

Su Qingmeng blushed, her mind full of dirty thoughts. Lin Xiuyao picked her up and put her on the bed. They would be separated for such a long time, so he had to enjoy himself tonight.

The next day at noon, Su Qingmeng packed his luggage, which contained only a few clothes and food. They kept the valuables in the space. Lin Xiuyao kissed her and said, "I'm leaving. Be careful at home. Remember to sleep there at night." Seeing her nod obediently, although he was reluctant, he turned around and left.

They have no cash left and cannot keep selling gold, silver and jewelry, as it would be bad if they were targeted by someone with ulterior motives. Both of them are students and are usually busy with their studies. They have no time and energy to do business. If he goes to the south, they will have income. Now reselling is the fastest way to make money.

Lin Xiuyao met up with his friends at the train station and boarded the train to Pengcheng together.