After spending over half a month in Beijing, Su Qing set off on her journey back to the Northeast. Having seen Su Qing off at the train, Li Huan was a bit listless—not just because her good friend was leaving Beijing, but also because of the grueling study grind that lay ahead.
Meanwhile, Li Yuan, who knew Li Huan had been spending all her time with Su Qing, had been keeping a casual eye on her. When she saw Li Huan finally come home looking glum, she did some subtle probing and learned that Su Qing had returned to the Northeast.
Upon getting this news, Li Yuan wasted no time in calling Li Aiguo to tell him.
Li Aiguo's foot had almost completely healed. When he learned that Su Qing had returned to the Northeast, he thought for a moment, then bought a train ticket to the Northeast as well.
"Su Qing, dear, you're back!"
"Oh my, she's getting more and more beautiful."
