Koi Fubao: Being loved by everyone on the road to escape from famine

Chapter 216 The future is long

There was a smile in her words, trying to ease the atmosphere: "Besides, there is a long time to come, and we will have the opportunity to meet again. These few days of separation are just a small episode in the long life."

Deep down in his heart, Fan Yanmu longed to travel with Xiao Zhixue, but reason told him that the border was full of dangers, and taking Xiao Zhixue and her family with him would only put them in danger.

"Will we really meet again?"

He asked this question carefully because the road ahead was full of unknowns and dangers.

If he were to die on the battlefield, he might never have the chance to meet Xiao Zhixue again in this life.

She was his first love and the softest part of his heart. He couldn't imagine saying goodbye to her forever.

Fan Yanmu's eyes were filled with reluctance and sorrow, as if silently expressing his uncertainty and fear about the future.

How could Xiao Zhixue not understand the worries and struggles in Fan Yanmu's heart? She stroked the back of his hand and said in a firm but gentle voice: "No matter what the future holds, remember that you are not alone. I will wait for you here until you return safely."

Her words were like the warm sunshine of spring, trying to dispel the haze in his heart.

At this moment, the two of them understood each other tacitly. Although the road ahead was unknown, they were willing to believe that as long as there was love in their hearts, they would meet again one day.

She once again held Fan Yanmu's hands tightly and firmly. Those hands were a little rough from holding the sword for a long time, but at this moment they conveyed incomparable warmth and strength.

"As long as you are alive, there will always be a day when we will meet again."

Xiao Zhixue's words were gentle yet firm, like a ray of sunshine in winter, penetrating the haze in Fan Yanmu's heart and becoming a powerful spiritual pillar.

Xiao Zhixue's words were like a shot of adrenaline, instantly stimulating the dormant fighting spirit in Fan Yanmu's chest, as if a flame had been rekindled in his eyes.

Yes, as long as they are still alive, no matter how long and difficult the road ahead is, one day they will be able to cross thousands of mountains and rivers and embrace each other again.

How could he give up so easily? How could he fall down on the battlefield before seeing her smiling face!

"Let's go back to the old house."

Although Fan Yanmu's voice was low, it was full of unquestionable power.

The two turned around quickly and set out on their journey home with firm steps.

After returning to the old house, Fan Yanmu immediately summoned Ying Yi and Ying Er, who were his most trusted assistants.

Under the dim candlelight, Fan Yanmu described in detail the tense situation on the southwest front, and every sentence revealed the severity and urgency of the situation.

After hearing this, Ying Yi and Ying Er became extremely anxious and wanted to rush back to the camp immediately to prepare for the upcoming battle.

But they also knew that if they asked to leave immediately, it might put Fan Yanmu in a dilemma - after all, they witnessed with their own eyes how difficult it was for Fan Yanmu and Xiao Zhixue to part.

The air seemed to freeze for a moment, until Fan Yanmu's steady voice broke the silence: "We will set off back to the camp immediately after dinner."

"What about Du Xuwei?"

Ying Er suddenly remembered the key person who was imprisoned and quickly reminded him.

Fan Yanmu's answer was firm: "Take them all away together!"

He had already made up his mind that Du Xuwei, as an important hostage, might become a key piece in quelling the war.

If the Dong Chu army is desperate, then he is ready to face all challenges.

After receiving clear instructions from Fan Yanmu, Yingyi and Yinger finally felt relieved and an inexplicable sense of security arose.

Xiao Zhixue returned home and went straight to the kitchen without hesitation.

She had a warm plan in her heart - to prepare a bowl of steaming hot dumplings for Fan Yanmu in advance.

Although the Lantern Festival has not yet arrived, she doesn't want Fan Yanmu to be unable to taste such a simple sweetness before leaving.

She took out the carefully selected glutinous rice and wheat from her treasured secret storage space, carefully ground them into fine powder, and then began to carefully wrap each glutinous rice ball.

She didn't know what Fan Yanmu's favorite flavor was, so she decided to prepare some of each flavor, from classic black sesame to refreshing red bean, to innovative osmanthus honey. Each glutinous rice ball carries her deep thoughts and blessings.

Jiang Bo walked into the kitchen and saw Xiao Zhixue busy at work. He couldn't help but ask curiously.

Xiao Zhixue had already expertly wrapped several glutinous rice balls. With a gentle smile on her face, she replied, "Fan Yanmu will be leaving for the border tomorrow. I want to make some glutinous rice balls for him to try in advance."

When Jiang Bo heard this, he was surprised and reluctant. He didn't expect the moment of parting would come so soon.

But when he saw Xiao Zhixue's deep affection for Fan Yanmu, Jiang Bo also felt a little warmth in his heart.

Since taking the medicine given by Xiao Zhixue, his eyesight has gradually recovered and the world is slowly becoming clearer in his eyes. He firmly believes that all this beauty comes from Xiao Zhixue's kindness and generosity.

"Miss Xiao, you are such a kind person. It is a blessing for our young master to meet you in several lifetimes."

Jiang Bo said this with emotion, and then he took the initiative to light a fire and prepare to boil water.

Xiao Zhixue just smiled slightly and continued to lower her head and focus on the glutinous rice balls in her hands. Every movement was full of love.

Soon, dozens of round and smooth dumplings were neatly arranged on the chopping board.

As the water in the pot boiled, Xiao Zhixue gently slid the glutinous rice balls into the water and began the cooking process.

Steam rose, and soon the whole kitchen was filled with a sweet aroma.

After the dumplings were cooked, Xiao Zhixue divided them into three large bowls and told Jiang Bo to invite Fan Yanmu, Ying Yi and Ying Er to the dining room, saying that it was time to eat the dumplings.

Jiang Bo gladly accepted the order and left quickly.

When Xiao Zhixue came to the dining room holding the dumplings, not long after, Fan Yanmu and the other two appeared at the door.

Although it was not yet time for the official meal, facing the three bowls full of dumplings in front of him, Ying Er couldn't help but secretly swallow his saliva, with anticipation flashing in his eyes.

"Ms. Xiao, you made these dumplings yourself, right? Just by smelling the fragrance, I know they must taste great!"

Ying Er sat down excitedly, unable to wait to taste the hot delicacy.

Yingyi coughed lightly and used his eyes to hint Yinger to pay attention to etiquette. Only then did Yinger realize that their master was still standing there and had not sat down.

He quickly put down the spoon and stood up awkwardly, but his eyes were always on the bowl of tempting dumplings, and he unconsciously made a slight swallowing sound in his throat.

Fan Yanmu never expected that Xiao Zhixue would be so thoughtful as to prepare dumplings for them in advance.

This meticulous care, like a warm current, instantly warmed his heart. When he looked at Xiao Zhixue, there was a little more tenderness and gratitude in his eyes.

Seeing that Fan Yanmu had not yet taken his seat, Ying Yi and Ying Er did not dare to sit down without permission.

Seeing this, Xiao Zhixue quickly called out, "Come and sit down. Eat it while it's hot. If it gets cold, it will lose its wonderful taste."