Happy times always fly by, and in the blink of an eye, it was time for Su Tang to leave Beijing and return to the Northwest.
The train station was bustling with people coming and going. A stirring march played over the loudspeakers, but it couldn't drown out the sorrow of parting.
Lu Xiao gripped Su Tang's hand tightly, the pad of his thumb stroking the back of her hand again and again. His eyes were filled with reluctance to let her go.
"Be careful on the journey. Send me a telegram as soon as you get home."
His voice was low, with an almost imperceptible hoarseness. "I've put food and drinks for the trip in your carry-on bag. Be sure to eat when you're hungry. Don't try to save it."
Su Tang's heart ached, but she forced a smile.
"I know, Mr. Lu. You've reminded me a hundred times already. I'm not a child; I can take care of myself. You have to eat on time in Beijing, too. Don't forget everything once you get busy."
"Mm."
