One final glance at the cliffside, and Li Na turned back toward the mansion. Her heart raced, a mixture of fear and determination pushing her forward as she navigated the path back.
As she approached the gates, Wang Dawei's silhouette came into view. He was pacing slightly, his figure tense, the energy radiating off him like a beacon. The moment he saw her, he rushed toward her, eyes filled with both concern and curiosity.
"Li Na, where did you go?" His voice brimmed with concern, but his eyes couldn't hide the familiar eagerness, always on the lookout.
Li Na paused, weighing her next words. She wasn't entirely sure how much she could trust him yet.
"I went for a stroll," she finally replied, keeping her voice calm despite the tension coursing through her. Her forehead was damp with sweat, a combination of physical effort and the weight of her thoughts, but she kept her expression neutral, not giving away anything.
