Xu Junjun and Xiao Tong arrived at Guancheng one day apart.
The two parties had been in constant contact. Upon learning that Xiao Tong had received a threatening letter sent by Xiao Luoling, Xu Junjun immediately changed course, rushing toward Guancheng with Jun Xiaochen. During the journey, concerned that Jun Xiaochen’s absence might affect the governance of the Tianqi Dynasty, Xu Junjun considered having him return to the capital while she proceeded to Guancheng alone to meet Xiao Tong.
However, before she could even speak, a single glance from Jun Xiaochen silenced her. His meaning was clear: if Xu Junjun would not return to the capital with him, he would remain by her side indefinitely. This recent lesson had been etched into his very bones; the bone-deep fear and lingering terror were experiences he never wanted to endure again.
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