"Even if we distance ourselves, we cannot avoid it. It's better to face it head-on."
"I swear I won't leave you and our child behind again," Pei Huaian gently caressed his soft black hair as he made this solemn promise.
Shao He leaned into his embrace to enjoy this warm moment, and neither of them spoke. They had weathered many storms to reach this point, and it had not been easy.
A knock on the door interrupted their intimate moment, with Ah Mo standing anxiously outside.
Pei Huaian released the person in his arms and opened the door with displeasure, "What is it?"
Hearing the cold voice, Ah Mo knew he must have interrupted his master's pleasant time, but the situation was truly urgent.
"Master, the epidemic in Jingzhou has exploded to a severe extent. General Liu, sent by The Emperor, has decided to set the city on fire."
"Does Father Emperor know about this?"
"With a message sent at top speed, it likely hasn't arrived yet."
