Father looked quite haggard and exhausted.
He only ended up this way because he was looking for her.
Had she been too emotional and agitated to chase him away like that?
Would he have ended up in danger by rushing on the roads in the dark?
The more she thought about it, the more unsettled she was— she began to blame herself for it.
Chu Qi knew what was going through her mind when he saw the struggle and pain in her eyes.
He kissed her on the forehead and comforted her. "Don't worry, Ji'er. There are guards with him. Nothing will happen to His Majesty."
Ji'er clenched his collar, eager for assurance from him. "Is that true?"
"Yes, it's true. Don't worry."
Ji'er finally fell silent after hearing this.
Chu Qi brought her a cup of hot water after carrying her into the inn and settling her down.
"Have some hot water. I've got the server to make something for you. Go to sleep after having your meal."
