Outside the military camp, Yan Wan, Jing Xi, Jiang Bai, and others came to see Shangguan Wei'er off. Shangguan Wei'er, carrying a bundle on her back, stood in the morning light. Her eyes were red, as if she had been crying.
Yan Wan stepped forward and hugged Shangguan Wei'er. "Silly girl, don't cry. Maybe we'll meet again soon."
"Sister Wan'er, it's alright. I just... I just can't bear to part with you all," Shangguan Wei'er said, stamping her foot.
"You little girl, have a safe journey home. I'll have a few bodyguards escort you back," Jing Xi said, pointing to the several strong bodyguards behind her.
"Thank you, Sister Jingxi." Shangguan Wei'er's tears, which she had just managed to hold back, were about to flow again.
Li Shang's figure had not yet appeared, and Shangguan Wei'er was somewhat disappointed. Liar, he promised to come and see her off, but he broke his promise again today.
She's leaving soon, and even as a friend, he should see her off.
Yan Wan noticed Shangguan Wei'er's disappointment. She lingered, her gaze constantly drifting behind her; she must be waiting for Li Shang. That Li Shang, really! He's the one who lured her to the Northwest, and now that she's leaving, he doesn't even come to see her off.
Yan Wan stepped forward and pulled Shangguan Wei'er aside, whispering, "Wei'er, be careful when you go home this time. I dreamt yesterday that you died in a family feud, so you must be extra careful, understand?" As she spoke, Yan Wan tightened her grip on Shangguan Wei'er's arm to make her take her words more seriously.
She couldn't directly tell Shangguan Wei'er's fate, so she could only subtly remind her. If she didn't realize it, then Yan Wan really had no other choice.
Upon hearing Yan Wan's words, Shangguan Wei'er was stunned for a moment, then looked up at Yan Wan in disbelief. How did her sister Wan'er know that she had returned to vie for the position of family head, and that with the old master dead, the Shangguan family would inevitably descend into internal strife? She hadn't actually told Li Shang that this parting might be their last.
In family infighting, unless the victor survives, everyone else involved will be killed or imprisoned by the new family head. She didn't know if she would succeed.
Shangguan Wei'er said in surprise, "Sister Wan'er, you..."
Yan Wan nodded with satisfaction when she saw that Shangguan Wei'er understood her meaning. Although Shangguan Wei'er was usually a bit spoiled and childish, she was not stupid. How could a child who could grow up safely in a large family not have her own methods? She was just pretending to be weak to take advantage of others.
Yan Wan gently patted Shangguan Wei'er's head and said softly, "Wei'er, this is all I can do to help you. My dreams are usually accurate. When you get home, you must take good care of yourself, okay?" Yan Wan's voice choked up as she spoke. If Shangguan Wei'er failed to become the head of the family, this might be the last time they would see each other.
"Sister Wan'er, thank you. I will definitely remember your words." Shangguan Wei'er silently memorized Yan Wan's words, determined to win. Shangguan Wei'er thought firmly in her heart.
Giddy up! Giddy up! Giddy up!
The sound of horses' hooves came from afar, growing louder as they approached. Soon, Li Shang's figure appeared in everyone's sight. He was dressed in black, riding a horse. A gentle breeze blew his hair, and the image of a handsome young man was vividly portrayed. His face was cold and hard, his dark eyes were deep, and he stared intently at Shangguan Wei'er, his burning emotions almost melting people.
Li Shang gracefully dismounted and walked up to Shangguan Wei'er, saying softly, "Fortunately, I'm not too late."
Shangguan Wei'er snorted and said, "If it weren't for waiting for you, I would have left long ago." As soon as she finished speaking, she regretted it. Had she gone too far? That was clearly not what she meant.
"I……"
"you……"
Shangguan Wei'er and Li Shang spoke at the same time, glanced at each other, and then remained silent.
Yan Wan and Jing Xi watched the awkward couple up close, unable to suppress their aunt-like laughter.
Shangguan Wei'er closed her eyes in annoyance. Shangguan Wei'er, why are you being so awkward? You are a young lady, what are you doing?
"What do you want to say? You go first." Shangguan Wei'er composed herself and looked at Li Shang first. She possessed the nobility of a young lady from a prestigious family, as well as her own pride.
"I... I'll go with you. Okay?" Li Shang looked at Shangguan Wei'er sincerely and said. He had dark circles under his eyes. Yesterday, ever since Shangguan Wei'er said she was leaving, he had been restless and hadn't slept all night. He didn't know what to choose.
The thought of his aunt's great hatred fueled his rage; he longed to personally kill the enemy and avenge his aunt. He couldn't leave; if he left, no one would avenge his aunt.
However, the thought of Shangguan Wei'er leaving left him feeling empty.
He was torn, caught between a rock and a hard place, unable to find a solution. He couldn't give up avenging his aunt, but he also couldn't give up Shangguan Wei'er.
On his way here, his heart was still in turmoil. He thought, "I should go see Shangguan Wei'er first."
But once he saw her, he couldn't bear to leave. He wanted to leave with her. He wanted to say goodbye to her properly and finish everything before going to Lingnan to find her.
But he just couldn't let her go; he wanted to leave with her. This girl was so scatterbrained; if he wasn't by her side, he didn't know if she would make it safely to Lingnan. Besides, if he didn't protect her, she would be all alone facing the wolves and tigers of the Shangguan family after she returned. He couldn't bear to part with her, he couldn't let her go.
Fine, then he'll follow his heart. He asks for nothing in his life but Shangguan Wei'er. He wants to be with her for all eternity, never to be separated.
Shangguan Wei'er seemed surprised that Li Shang would leave with her. She opened her mouth and asked in surprise, "Then, what about your aunt's revenge if you leave with me?"
"I'll send you back to Lingnan first, and after I help you quell the internal strife in your family, I'll rush back," Li Shang said calmly, as if he had already made up his mind. Since he couldn't give up anyway, he might as well not give up.
Adults have many choices; it's not simply a matter of A or B. If you're willing to work on the problem properly, there are many ways to solve it.
Unless, of course, you are unwilling to resolve the issue for that person, or you are unwilling to resolve it at all.
Shangguan Wei'er threw herself into Li Shang's arms. She thought that this parting might be the last time she would see him. Fortunately, things took a turn for the better, and they would have a long time to be together.
"I won't let you leave alone, nor will I let you face all the difficulties alone," Li Shang said, gently patting Shangguan Wei'er's head.
"Li Shang, thank you." Thank you for keeping your promise, and thank you for not leaving me alone.
After making his decision, Li Shang went to tell Ji Mohan about it. Ji Mohan readily agreed. Since Li Ge's death, Li Shang had been alone. Now, someone had entered his heart and would stay with him forever. Ji Mohan was genuinely happy for him.
Li Shang, holding Shangguan Wei'er's hand, led several bodyguards towards Lingnan.
Love can overcome all difficulties, and even mountains and seas can be leveled.
The proud young lady eventually met a knight willing to protect her.
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