Chen Yi and the others had originally hoped to return to Shu State Prefecture City.
But as the torrential rain began to fall, even returning to their residence in town became a challenge.
Fortunately, Shen Huatang had brought an umbrella, allowing Chen Yi and Xiao Wan'er to take shelter beneath it.
As a result, Xiao Wan'er couldn't help but lean into Chen Yi's embrace.
The downpour had turned the road to mud, and the pony's steps were unsteady, causing the two of them to sway atop its back.
At first, Xiao Wan'er was still reserved, deliberately trying to keep some distance from Chen Yi.
But as the wind and rain grew fiercer, her already frail body began to show signs of discomfort.
Even though she wore a thick cloak over a sable vest, her entire body felt like a block of ice, radiating a bone-deep chill.
Chen Yi naturally felt it, and after a moment's thought, he understood.
