Yinchen was gone for a full hour before returning to confirm the coast was clear, only then bringing Xie Qiqi along. Even so, she had Xie Qiqi disguise herself before they ventured out. Xie Qiqi was dressed as an old physician; having learned how to modulate her voice from Du Yu, she knew she wouldn't give herself away even if she spoke.
They intercepted Wei Ze halfway, just as he was searching everywhere for her. Xie Qiqi stepped forward, grabbed hold of Wei Ze, and whispered, "It’s me, Xie Qiqi. I heard you were looking for me?"
She used her natural voice. Wei Ze was overjoyed, though he quickly regained his composure and murmured, "Go to my house first. I’ll be back immediately."
Chapter 271