Acknowledging the sincerity in her junior's words, Zhao Ling's smile softened, her voice tinged with humility. "Very well, I concede. You are not just my juniors; you are my family. I am driven by a sense of duty to protect and care for you, but I do not wish for you to endure unnecessary suffering."
Liu Yifei's response came without hesitation, her gaze unwavering. "And we, in turn, do not wish to witness you endure hardship," she declared, echoing the sentiment shared by He Qing, who nodded in agreement.
A warm smile graced Zhao Ling's lips as she nodded in acknowledgment, her voice brimming with gratitude, "I hear you, and I appreciate your words. From this moment forward, we shall face the trials and tribulations of the Medicine Valley together, as a united force."
Liu Yifei's voice carried a touch of hope as she gingerly proposed, "In that case, may I accompany Sister Qing to the northern region?"
