The cargo truck ground to a halt, its tires groaning as they scraped against the ground. Wang Zhaojun was just about to leap down from the pile of crates when, in a flash, a strong, muscular arm reached out and gripped her firmly around the legs.
Wang Zhaojun’s eyes widened in shock; she had never expected such a move. Instinctively, she tried to pull away, but that arm locked around her like a pair of iron pliers, rendering her completely immobile. She saw an intense urgency and care in Han Xin's gaze, as though she were a priceless treasure. A strange sensation welled up in her chest. The words poised on her lips vanished, and she let him hold her.
At that moment, the merchant walked over, having clearly witnessed the scene. Understanding the situation, he waved goodbye to her.
Chapter 131