"What's going to happen if they catch us?" she asked, her voice cracking.
"They won't, if you stay with me," he said, his voice reassuring.
Li Jing couldn't calm down as she pictured the man's injured face. The thought of blood made her feel sick and dizzy. Her vision blurred, and before she knew it, she fainted in the car, her head landing on Lao Hu's lap.
Lao Hu sighed, looking at her with a bit of annoyance and pity. He didn't bother moving her, just let her be.
…
Mountain Valley…
Li Na was training in hand-to-hand combat with Aiden. She tried to hit him, but he was too fast and skilled. He dodged all her moves effortlessly, wearing a smile like he was having fun. While Li Na struggled, Aiden looked relaxed, as if taking a stroll.
"Come on, give it your all," Aiden teased.
