Ximing walked up to Qiao Xixi and placed a large bag of dried seafood on the ground.
"Xixi, this is food for your journey. Although Xiya eats the meat of other beasts, her favorite is still from sea beasts."
After speaking, Ximing patted Xiya's little head. "After you leave, you must be good and listen to your mother, understand? Don't go running off."
Xiya's eyes grew red as she grabbed Ximing's hand. "Uncle, where's my father? Why didn't he come?"
Ximing sighed helplessly. "Xiya, your father has too much to do, so he couldn't come see you off. But don't be sad. He'll come find you as soon as he's finished with his work."
Xiya bit her lip, holding back her tears. She had promised her father that she wouldn't cry, even if they were only separated for a little while.
"Okay... Then... then you have to hurry. Tell Father to come find me soon."
"Mm."
Jin Ling walked over, carrying a chest, and placed it at Ximing's feet.
"This is a token of our gratitude. Please accept it."
