He held Shen Qing’s hand and said earnestly, "Qing'er, take care on your journey to the Dongdu Dynasty. Xiliang will always be your home; if you get homesick, come back and visit."
Shen Qing was deeply moved, her eyes misting over. She bowed respectfully to the King of Xiliang. "Grandfather, please rest assured, I will certainly return to see you often."
Xiao Yu had already prepared the carriage and luggage. He helped Shen Qing into the carriage and bid farewell to everyone who had come to see them off. As the coachman cracked his whip, the carriage began to roll forward. Through the window, Shen Qing watched the palace of the King of Xiliang fade into the distance, a complex mixture of emotions washing over her.
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