Xiao Junyan, unaware of his family Old Predecessor's intentions, simply spoke to Yue'er: "Yun Qi, I'll accompany the Old Predecessor back to the clan first before setting out on my travels. This journey might last several years. If your master also sends you down the mountain to travel, remember to send me word."
"Yes, Big Brother Xiao, rest assured. I'll remember." Yue'er nodded in agreement.
"Then I'll be going. Take good care of yourself." Xiao Junyan said, casting one last reluctant glance at her before returning to his Old Predecessor's side.
"Farewell, Big Brother Xiao. Travel safely!" Yue'er waved her small hand as she called after him. Watching him depart with her family's Old Predecessor, she then followed her parents and two brothers back to the palace.
"Mother, why aren't we taking Great Uncle and the others back?" Yue'er asked curiously.
